Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast
631 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratingsJoin host Brian Rollins for thirty trivia questions every week on a dorky, geeky, nerdy topic every Wednesday. DGN covers Star Wars to Star Trek to Movies to TV to Harry Potter. DGN is your own personal game of Jeopardy! Past topics covered by DGN: Marvel Trivia, DC Comic Trivia, TV Trivia, Movie Trivia, all 50 US States, book trivia, video game trivia, food trivia, holidays, women in comics & STEM, and more. Reach out to Brian at DorkyGeekyNerdy.com to send feedback or suggest a future episode.
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156 | Alien Movie Trivia
January 19, 2022 11:00 - 11 minutes - 16.6 MBIn space, no one can hear you trivia. This week, we dive into the dark void with Alien Movie Trivia. That is, movies from the Alien film franchise (not just films with aliens in them).
Michael Crichton Trivia
January 12, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.6 MBOur second episode of 2022 and we’ve got another author episode with Michael Crichton Trivia. The Jurassic Park author wrote a ton of books, created numerous screenplays, and even directed films. How well do you know his works? Let’s test those trivia skills. When you’re done with Michael Crichton Trivia, we need your help to leave reviews on Podchaser (and elsewhere). Why? Because it lets people know how good the show is and how much you’re enjoying it. It only takes you a few minutes but ...
155 | Michael Crichton Trivia
January 12, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBOur second episode of 2022 and we've got another author episode with Michael Crichton Trivia. The Jurassic Park author wrote a ton of books, created numerous screenplays, and even directed films. How well do you know his works? Let's test those trivia skills.
154 | The Simpsons Trivia
January 05, 2022 11:00 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MBCongrats! You made it to 2022! Let's celebrate with donuts! This week, we're kicking off the year with The Simpsons Trivia. That venerable animated family has been with us since 1989 and has been on the air longer than any single animated series in American TV history. So, we've got a lot of ground to cover.
The Simpsons Trivia
January 04, 2022 11:00 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBCongrats! You made it to 2022! Let’s celebrate with donuts! This week, we’re kicking off the year with The Simpsons Trivia. That venerable animated family has been with us since 1989 and has been on the air longer than any single animated series in American TV history. So, we’ve got a lot of ground to cover. If you’re looking for an easy way to support the show, head over to the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Shop for some cool swag (t-shirts, mugs, and more). Where it out to your next trivia night! Wh...
Transformers Trivia
December 29, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBThis week’s episode more than meets the eye. Well, actually, just the subject matter. Otherwise, it’s just another thirty trivia questions and this week, we’re tackling Transformers Trivia. This is our last episode of 2021, so I want to wish everyone out there a safe and happy New Year. This year wasn’t the one we had hoped for, so here’s to 2022 being better. If you haven’t gotten your booster shot yet, go get one. It’s the best thing we “regular Joes and Janes” can do to push back the pan...
153 | Transformers Trivia
December 29, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBThis week's episode more than meets the eye. Well, actually, just the subject matter. Otherwise it's just another thirty trivia questions and this week, we're tackling Transformers Trivia.
152 | Name That Christmas Movie Trivia
December 22, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MBCan you Name That Christmas Movie? We'll give you three actors from the film and you have to guess the Christmas movie (or a movie that takes place during Christmas).
Name That Christmas Movie Trivia
December 22, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBCan you Name That Christmas Movie? We’ll give you three actors from the film and you have to guess the Christmas movie (or a movie that takes place during Christmas). I know these “Name That” episodes are some of the listeners’ favorites, so why not dive in for the Holidays? As always, you’ve got three rounds of ten questions each. Good luck and happy holidays. If there’s a film you think we’ve missed, let us know. Also, is there a movie we should not have included? Let the debate begin! E...
151 | Name That Christmas Song Trivia
December 15, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 16.7 MBThey're blaring out of stores and radios, so why not have a little Christmas Song Trivia to kick off the season. This week, I'm giving you a snippet of the lyrics and you've got to guess the song. Some are common tunes and others are more obscure, traditional ones.
Name That Christmas Song Trivia
December 15, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBThey're blaring out of stores and radios, so why not have a little Christmas Song Trivia to kick off the season. This week, I'm giving you a snippet of the lyrics and you've got to guess the song. Some are common tunes and others are more obscure, traditional ones. Either way, I think everyone is going to have a little fun. Grab some egg nog and let's get started. Feel like cheating? Here's a Spotify Playlist with all the songs on it. When you're done with Christmas Song Trivia, please ta...
The Hobbit Trivia (Book & Film)
December 08, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 10.6 MBAll snuggled up in your Hobbit hole? Let’s get into some Hobbit Trivia for this week’s show. We covered The Lord of the Rings way, way back in Episode Four, so it’s high time we got to the original work by JRR Tolkien. As always, it’s three rounds of ten questions each. Miss too many and there’s no second breakfast for you. Also: 150 episodes! Seems like the episodes are just flying by. There’s still time to check out the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Shop. Get something nice for the hobbit, elf, or ...
150 | The Hobbit Trivia
December 08, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 16 MBAll snuggled up in your Hobbit hole? Let's get into some Hobbit Trivia for this week's show. We covered The Lord of the Rings way, way back in Episode Four, so it's high time we got to the original work by JRR Tolkien.
World War Two Trivia
December 01, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBListener request! And I've been wanting to tackle World War II trivia for some time. I know it's a little jarring to jump from Peanuts to World War II, but we've got a lot of ground to cover here at DGN. So let's dive in. As always, it's three rounds of ten questions each. If you need rules or scorecards, you can find them here. When you're done, check out the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Shop. It helps to pay the bills here (we're pretty low-maintenance, but every little bit helps). --- Send in a...
149 | World War Two Trivia
December 01, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 17.8 MBListener request! And I've been wanting to tackle World War II trivia for some time. I know it's a little jarring to jump from Peanuts to World War II, but we've got a lot of ground to cover here at DGN. So let's dive in.
Peanuts Trivia (Charlie Brown & Snoopy)
November 24, 2021 13:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBI don't know about you, but Thanksgiving makes me think of Charlie Brown and Snoopy. So, this week, we're going to do some Peanuts Trivia for this week's show. Here in the US, it's Thanksgiving week. A time for food, fun, and traditions. One of the traditions in our house to sit and watch some of the Peanuts holiday specials. This week's show features a promo for a very cool little podcast, Tea Time Thoughts. A lot of people find history or reading or classical music boring, but I'm deter...
148 | Peanuts Trivia
November 24, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBI don't know about you, but Thanksgiving makes me think of Charlie Brown. So, this week, we're going to do some Peanuts Trivia for this week's show.
Name That Superhero Trivia
November 17, 2021 11:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBCan you name the superhero with only their compatriots and villains? That's the goal of this week's Name That Superhero Trivia game. I give you three people that are associated with the hero, you just have to name them. Simple format, challenging trivia. And here's a reminder that the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Shop is open and ready to drop some show merchandise into your life. When you're done with our Superhero Trivia, please leave us a quick review on Apple Podcasts and Podchaser. We need your ...
147 | Name That Superhero Trivia
November 17, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MBCan you name the superhero with only their compatriots and villains? That's the goal of this week's Name That Superhero Trivia game. I give you three people that are associated with the hero, you just have to name them. Simple format, challenging trivia.
Battlestar Galactica Reboot Trivia
November 10, 2021 13:00 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBDo you have a plan to score well on today's episode? Well, good luck with this week's show, Battlestar Galactica Reboot Trivia. We're heading back to the days of 2004 before we had any idea of what this reboot of a 1970s show would look like. Have fun and see you again next week! Update: I had the episode in the can when the news came in about the passing of Dean Stockwell, who played John Cavill on the show. Dean Stockwell had a wide and varied career with many roles we geeks would love fr...
146 | Battlestar Galactica Reboot Trivia
November 10, 2021 11:00 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBDo you have a plan on scoring well in today’s episode? Well, good luck with this week's show, Battlestar Galactica Reboot Trivia. We're heading back to the days of 2004 before we had any idea of what this reboot of a 1970s show would look like. Have fun and see you again next week!
Batman Trivia
November 03, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBHoly Trivia Questions! It’s time for some Batman Trivia. One-Hundred-Forty-Five episodes in and I’m just now getting to the Caped Crusader. Try not to hold it against me. This week, we’re correcting that oversight and bringing you thirty trivia questions about that masked vigilante from Gotham. Three rounds, ten questions each. Good luck and I’ll see you again next week. In the meantime, please take a few moments to help support the show. We’ve need your reviews on Podchaser and Apple Podc...
145 | Batman Trivia
November 03, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16.2 MBHoly Trivia Questions! It's time for some Batman Trivia. One-Hundred-Forty-Five episodes in and I'm just now getting to the Caped Crusader. Try not to hold it against me.
Stephen King Trivia
October 27, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBStephen King trivia! Come on, you knew I was going there, right? Not ending a whole month of horror writers with King would be a crime. It really would. So, here you go. Thirty trivia questions about the life and works of the horror master. This episode wraps up our Halloween shows, so you're safe and sound after this. We'll be back to other geeky trivia starting next Wednesday. When you're done with Stephen King Trivia, be sure to check out our other episodes (horror-themed or not). We co...
144 | Stephen King Trivia
October 27, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 16.9 MBStephen King trivia! Come on, you knew I was going there, right? Not ending a whole month of horror writers with King would be a crime. It really would. So, here you go. Thirty trivia questions about the life and works of the horror master.
HP Lovecraft (Life & Works) Trivia
October 20, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBDon't stare into the abyss, my friends! This week, we've got 30 questions about HP Lovecraft Trivia. We're covering his life and works. That's right, this week Dorky Geeky Nerdy is taking on Cthulhu and the eldritch horrors! Three rounds of ten questions each. The Dorky round is full of easy questions, the Geeky round has intermediate questions, and the Nerdy round has the hardest questions. But you've got this! When you're done with HP Lovecraft trivia, leave us a review on Podchaser and ...
143 | HP Lovecraft Trivia
October 20, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.3 MBDon't stare into the abyss, my friends! This week, we've got 30 trivia questions about the life and works of HP Lovecraft. That's right, this week we're taking on Cthulhu and the eldritch horrors!
142 | Anne Rice Trivia (Life and Works)
October 13, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.1 MBIt's our second Halloween Trivia episode for 2021 and we're diving into the Queen of the Vampire novel with Anne Rice Trivia. I know a lot of you had a struggle with Dean Koontz last week, so here's to hoping you have better luck with Anne Rice trivia.
Anne Rice Trivia
October 13, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBIt's our second Halloween Trivia episode for 2021 and we're diving into the Queen of the Vampire novel with Anne Rice Trivia. I know a lot of you had a struggle with Dean Koontz last week, so here's to hoping you have better luck with Anne Rice trivia. If there's an author you think we've overlooked here at DGN, please feel free to let us know. Free Audiobook Giveaway - Ancient Blood by Brian Patrick McKinley --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dorkygeek...
Dean Koontz Trivia
October 06, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 11 MBWe are kicking off October with some Horror-themed episodes. This week, we're covering Dean Koontz Trivia. That's right, an entire episode dedicated to the life and works of Mr. Koontz. Buckle up and get ready for thirty trivia questions from the prolific author. When you're done with Dean Koontz Trivia, please listen in to some other episodes and (if you haven't already) subscribe to get all the latest episodes. We could also use your feedback. Let us know down at the bottom how you liked...
141 | Dean Koontz Trivia
October 06, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16.6 MBWe are kicking off October with some Horror-themed episodes. This week, we're covering Dean Koontz Trivia. That's right, an entire episode dedicated to the life and works of Mr. Koontz. Buckle up and get ready for thirty trivia questions from the prolific author.
Walt Disney World Trivia
September 29, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MBGrab your poncho and your sunscreen, because we’re heading to Florida. This week, for the park’s 50th birthday, we’ve got Walt Disney World Trivia. We hit Disneyland before, so it only seemed right to cover the park hitting the big 5-0 this month. Test your Disney Trivia skills with thirty questions this week. Good luck and keep your arms and legs inside the ride at all times. When you’re done with Walt Disney World Trivia, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Podchaser. We love t...
140 | Walt Disney World Trivia
September 29, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 17.4 MBWe're going to Disney World. It's WDW Trivia this week, so make sure you've got good shoes on and your poncho is handy!
Marvel's Venom Trivia
September 22, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBThere will be carnage! But, hopefully not during trivia. Let's dive into some Venom Trivia to celebrate the new movie, Venom: Let There Be Carnage. As always, it's three rounds of ten questions each. Try your best and if you don't know the answer, at least you learned something about the Lethal Protector. When you're done with Venom Trivia, we could use your rating on iTunes and Podchaser. These are two ways to help promote the show and it costs you nothing (except a little time). Heck, wh...
139 | Marvel’s Venom Trivia
September 22, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 15.8 MBThere will be carnage! But, hopefully not during trivia. Let's dive into some Venom Trivia to celebrate the new movie, Venom: Let There Be Carnage. As always, it's three rounds of ten questions each. Try your best and if you don't know the answer, at least you learned something about the Lethal Protector.
Hunger Games Trivia
September 15, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBDo you volunteer as Tribute? Well, this week we've got 30 questions on Hunger Games Trivia. It seems weird that we've waited this long to tackle the mega hit series, but here we are. Maybe our own brush with the apocalypse will give a new appreciation for the popular post-apocalyptic books and movies. When you're done with this week's episode, please consider dropping us a review on iTunes and/or Podchaser. These are great ways to spread the word about the show (and it makes us feel all wa...
138 | Hunger Games Trivia
September 15, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 16.3 MBDo you volunteer as Tribute? Well, this week we've got 30 questions on Hunger Games Trivia. Test your skills against Snow & Coin for this week's show.
Star Trek Prequel Movie Trivia
September 08, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBIt’s time to go back in time to visit the Final Frontier. This week, we're covering Star Trek Prequel Trivia. Specifically, the three films that have come out since 2009. The films were divisive, to say the least, but they did gross a lot of money and renewed interest in the franchise after it went dormant in 2005 with the end of Star Trek: Enterprise. So, this week, we're celebrating Star Trek's 55th birthday with thirty trivia questions. Good luck and Live Long & Prosper. --- Send in a...
137 | Star Trek Prequel Movie Trivia
September 08, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 17.9 MBIt’s time to go back in time to visit the Final Frontier. This week, we're covering Star Trek Prequel Trivia. Specifically, the three films that have come out since 2009. The films were divisive, to say the least, but they did gross a lot of money and renewed interest in the franchise after it went dormant in 2005 with the end of Star Trek: Enterprise.
1980s Cartoon Trivia
September 01, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.3 MBGrab some cereal, your Underoos, and don't wake Mom and Dad, it's time for 1980s Cartoon Trivia! This week, we're heading back to the time where cartoons for kids were just 30-minute long toy commercials. But we didn't mind. We loved every single minute of it. When you're done with 1980s Cartoon Trivia, we could use your reviews on iTunes and Podchaser. This is a huge help in getting new ears for the podcast. And more ears means more content. And more content means...well more content. Ext...
136 | 1980s Cartoon Trivia
September 01, 2021 09:00 - 13 minutes - 18.5 MBGrab some cereal, your Underoos, and don’t wake Mom and Dad, it’s time for 1980s Cartoon Trivia! This week, we’re heading back to the time where cartoons for kids were just 30...
135 | Ancient Rome Trivia
August 25, 2021 09:00 - 12 minutes - 17.5 MBHistory class is back in session, folks. Are you ready? This week, we're heading way back for some Ancient Rome Trivia. I've let you all slack off this Summer, so it's time to hit the books and delve into some ancient history with our show this week.
Ancient Rome Trivia
August 25, 2021 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13 MBHistory class is back in session, folks. Are you ready? This week, we're heading way back for some Ancient Rome Trivia. I've let you all slack off this Summer, so it's time to hit the books and delve into some ancient history with our show this week. When you're done with Ancient Rome Trivia, please take a moment to follow the show on Social Media. We post stuff on Twitter, Facebook, and Reddit. If you're already following us, thanks! If you liked this, try out some other episodes: France...
134 | Name That Sci-Fi Movie Trivia
August 18, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 15.6 MBHow well do you know your Sci-Fi Movies? Well, we’re about to find out. It's time for Name That Sci-Fi Movie Trivia.
Name That Sci-Fi Movie Trivia
August 18, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBHow well do you know your Sci-Fi Movies? Well, we’re about to find out. It's time for Name That Sci-Fi Movie Trivia. The setup is simple, just like all the other Name That episodes. I give you three actors, you tell me what movie they all starred in. Specifically, what Science Fiction film they were all in. When you're done with Name That Sci-Fi Movie Trivia, please take a moment to rate us on iTunes, Podchaser or anyplace else you want. We need your reviews! Also, feel free to share the s...
133 | Marvel’s Thor Trivia
August 11, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBBy Odin’s beard! Tis time for more trivia! Specifically, Thor Trivia. This week's episode is all about the god of thunder and wielder of mighty biceps from the Marvel comics.
Marvel's Thor Trivia
August 11, 2021 09:00 - 10 minutes - 9.89 MBBy Odin’s beard! Tis time for more trivia! Specifically, Thor Trivia. This week's episode is all about the god of thunder and wielder of mighty biceps from the Marvel comics. We're supposed to get another Thor movie next year and we at Dorky Geeky Nerdy want you fully prepared for the next incarnation of Thor. When you're done with Thor Trivia, please take a moment to rate us on iTunes, Podchaser, or any place else you might want to leave a review. It's a huge help in spreading the word. Y...
Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Trivia
August 04, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBOne more trip to that Galaxy far, far away. This week, it's thirty questions about Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Trivia. It won't be our last trip into Star Wars, but it wraps up the Prequel Trilogy. If there are any other franchises or movies you'd like to hear us cover, let us know. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dorkygeekynerdy/message
132 | Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Trivia
August 04, 2021 09:00 - 11 minutes - 15.3 MBOne more trip to that Galaxy far, far away. This week, it's thirty questions about Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Trivia. It won't be our last trip into Star Wars, but it wraps up the Prequel Trilogy.
Disneyland Trivia
July 28, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 12.5 MBIt's been a year. Why not take a stroll down memory lane to the self-proclaimed "Happiest Place on Earth." That's right, this week, we've got Disneyland Trivia. It seemed the right time to tackle it as Summer is in full swing and the latest ride-based movie, Jungle Cruise, hits theaters this week. As always, we need your help with reviews! Take just a few minutes to head over to iTunes, Podchaser, or wherever and leave us a quick, five-star review. We love to hear from you all and these rev...