Mitzi's Magic Memory Quiz Archives...
7/02/09
Q: Ashley Tisdale, won a 'Kids Choice' award for
her role on which TV show?
A: Ashley Tisdale won a 'Kids Choice' award for playing Maddie
Fitzpatrick on the Suite Life of Zack and Cody. (**Fun
Fact: Ashley's grandfather, Arnold Morris, developed Ginsu
knives. He is related to Ron Popeil, which is why Ron was the pitchman
for Ginsu knives.)
7/01/09
Q: Name two of the last 3 Detroit Pistons coaches
before Michael Curry, who was just fired yesterday?
A: The last three coaches of the Detroit Pistons, before Michael
Curry, were Flip Sanders, Larry Brown and Rick Carlisle.
6/30/09
Q: Name three products that Billy Mays, who passed
away suddenly this week, did infomercials for?
A: Oxi Clean, Kaboom and Mighty Putty are three of the many
products for which Billy Mays did infomercials.
6/29/09
Q: In what film did Nicole Scherzinger, lead singer
of the Pussycat Dolls, have a cameo role? (Hint: The film was about a
High School nerd who was being considered for a scholarship with GM.)
A: It was a film with Nick Cannon called Love Don't Cost A
Thing.
6/26/09
Q: Detroit City Counsel member Monica Conyers, who
pled guilty to federal bribery charges this morning, is married to
Congressman John Conyers. Name a movie that he has appeared in?
(Hint: It was produced by a Michigan born film maker.)
A: He appeared in Michael Moore's film Fahrenheit 9/11.
6/25/09
Q: What did Nick Jonas, the youngest Jonas brother
in the band, testify before Congress about yesterday?
A: Diabetes research and funding - He was diagnosed with Type 1
Diabetes when he was 13.
6/24/09
Q: Minka Kelly, who plays Lyla on Friday Night
Lights...With what rock group did her father play guitar?
A: Aerosmith - her father is former guitarist Rick Dufay.
6/23/09
Q: What current and hugely successful artist
presented Jason Mraz his award, when he was inducted into the
Songwriter's Hall of Fame last week?
A: Rob Thomas.
6/22/09
Q: What instrument did Cyndi Lauper play when she
accompanied Allison Iraheta at the American Idol Finale last month?
A: She played the Appalachian Dulcimer.
6/19/09
Q: In the song "Music of the Night", from Phantom
of the Opera, the Phantom tells Christine to turn (her) face away from
what?
A: The garish light of day.
6/18/09
Q: Who was the first African-American actor to play
the part of the Phantom in the Phantom of the Opera?
A: Robert Guillaume, who you may know as Benson from the TV show
of the same name, was the first African-American actor to play the
Phantom.
6/17/09
Q: What actor/singer played the original Phantom,
in the Phantom of the Opera productions in London and on Broadway?
A: Michael Crawford.
6/16/09
Q: Andrew Lloyd Weber wrote the music for Phantom
of the Opera. He also composed music for two musicals based on
Bible stories, name them.
A: They are...Jesus Christ Superstar and Joseph and the
Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.
6/15/09
Q: Who wrote the music for Phantom of the Opera?
A: Andrew Lloyd Weber.
6/12/09
Q: Add Detroit Red Wing players Chris Osgood,
Niklas Kronwall, Nicklas Lidstrom jersey numbers together and what do
you get?
A: It adds up to 90.
6/11/09
Q: In what film does Shia LaBeouf play a wrongly
convicted juvenile delinquent who is sent to a boys camp to reform him?
A: The film is called 'Holes', he played a character named Stanley
Yelnats, who was sent to a detention camp and forced to dig holes in the
desert.
6/10/09
Q: This Friday is the day that TV switches from
Analog to Digital. What was the original date, earlier this year,
when the conversion was supposed to happen?
A: The original conversion date was February 17th.
6/09/09
Q: Name Gloria Reuben's new TV series, in which she
plays an attorney.
A: She co-stars along with Mark Paul Gosselaar in the series
"Raising The Bar".
6/08/09
Q: Bruce Springsteen and his wife Patti Scailfa are
celebrating their anniversary today, how many years have they been
married?
A: The Springsteen's celebrate their 18th Wedding Anniversary
today.
6/05/09
Q: When a NHL hockey team wins the Stanley Cup,
their names are engraved in the 'Stanley Cup' trophy itself. How
many years do there names remain on the cup?
A: It takes 61 years for the teams names to be rotated off and
that "ring" to be retired to the Hockey Hall of Fame.
6/04/09
Q: Who are the three most powerful celebrities in
the world, according to Forbes magazine? (Hint: They are all
women.)
A: According to Forbes magazine, the top three are Madonna at #3,
Oprah #2, and Anjelina Jolie - who celebrates her 34th birthday - is at
the top of the list..
6/03/09
Q: What song did Chuck Barris, who is mostly known
for creating game shows, write that became a top 10 hit in the US?
(Hint: It was eventually used to introduce Bruce Springsteen on tour.)
A: The song was 'Palisades Park'. It became a top ten hit
after a Flint DJ accidentally played the wrong side of a record.
6/02/09
Q: After two games played in the Stanley Cup
Playoffs, how many total points(goals) have been scored?
A: The total amount of goals scored so far is 8. The Red
Wings have scored 6 and the Penguins have scored 2.
6/01/09
Q: On what show did Mariah Carey make her National
TV singing debut?
A: She made her singing debut on 'The Arsenio Hall Show'.
She sang Vision Of Love.
5/29/09
Q: Which three films has Annette Benning played a
real estate agent?
A: Annette Benning has played a real estate agent in "Regarding
Henry", "American Beauty" and "What Planet Are You From?".
5/28/09
Q: Colbie Caillet, who's successful on her own, can
be found singing background vocals on which female artist's CD.
A: Colbie Caillet can be found singing background vocals on Taylor
Swift's newest CD.
5/27/09
Q: Adam Carolla is a writer, talk show host,
comedian, and voice actor...but he's not much of a dancer. Who was
his dance partner during his short time on "Dancing With The Stars"?
A: Julianne Hough was Adam Carolla's partner on "Dancing With The
Stars". Adam was voted off after 4 episodes.
5/26/09
Q: Name two of the last three artists that I just
played that are known today because of American Idol producer, Simon
Fuller.
A: Daughtry, David Cook and Leona Lewis are the three that were
just played.
5/22/09
Q: How many pounds of food does the average person
consume in a year?
A: The average person consumes about 1,800 pounds of food per
year, according to Fun Trivia.
5/21/09
Q: Rachel Ray, who lives to cook her 30 minute
meals, is also a dog lover and she started a brand of dog food with
recipes she developed for her dog. What is her dogs name?
A: Her dog's name is Isaboo. The product line of dog
food is called Nutrish.
5/20/09
Q: Name the last recipe that I sent out or put on
my Magic recipe page?
A: It was a recipe for Crab Cakes from our friends at Mirepoix
Cooking School.
5/19/09
Q: Martha Stewart has, on her website right now, 15
ways to make this popular summer treat...what is it?
A: She has 15 ways to make lemonade.
5/18/09
Q: What was the name of chef, author and television
personality Julia Child's most popular TV series that ran for 10 years?
A: The French Chef.
5/15/09
Q: This BUSY mom is an actress and writer who
has two kids named Liam and Stella...who is she?
A: Tori Spelling is the mother of Liam and Stella. She has a
book Story Telling, a cute play on words with her name.
5/14/09
Q: What well known TV mom is considering posing in
the buff for Playboy at 75?
A: Partridge Family mom, Shirley Jones - who is 75, is considering
posing for Playboy.
5/13/09
Q: This Sterling Heights mom lost 140 pounds to
become the Biggest Loser last night on TV. She entered the contest
with her daughter...what are there names?
A: Helen Phillips of Sterling Heights and her daughter Shannon
from Centerline, teamed up on The Biggest Loser this season and Helen
ended up winning after losing 140 pounds.
5/12/09
Q: What mother of three can you currently find
modeling in polka dot undies?
A: Victoria Beckham is currently modeling undies for Giorgio
Armani.
5/11/09
Q: What mother daughter duo appeared on this
seasons Celebrity Apprentice?
A: Joan Rivers and her daughter Melissa were on Celebrity
Apprentice together. Joan ended up winning.
5/08/09
Q: What song by The Fray is about former band
members Caleb and Isaac Slade, and their difficult relationship?
A: Their song 'Over My Head' is about the Slade brothers.
5/07/09
Q: Name the 3 states that the remaining 3
contestants on American Idol come from.
A: Adam is from California, Danny is from Wisconsin and Kris is
from Arkansas.
5/06/09
Q: Tom Bergeron and George Clooney celebrate
birthdays today. What number would you get if you added their ages
together?
A: Tom is 54 and George is 48...added together that makes 102.
5/05/09
Q: Michael J. Fox played Alex on 'Family Ties', but
he wasn't the first choice for the role. Who turned the role down?
(Hint: Both actors are 47 right now.)
A: Matthew Broderick turned down the role, so it was given to
Michael J. Fox.
5/04/09
Q: Will Arnett has been a voice actor for lots of
movies including; Horton Hears a Who, Ratatouille, and the
new animated TV series called Sit Down and Shut Up. What
Detroit based company has he voiced commercials for?
A: He has done voiceovers for GMC.
5/01/09
Q: The Kentucky Derby is known as much for the hats
and the partying as it is for the horse racing. Name the 3 ingredients
in a Mint Julep.
A: The ingredients are; Mint, Sugar Syrup and Bourbon.
4/30/09
Q: Country Singer Toby Keith, who is planning to
open a restaurant at Great Lakes Crossing, released a CD that was a play
on words about the war in Iraq...What was the name of the CD?
A: It was called Shock 'n Y'all.
4/29/09
Q: Put these three celebrities in order according
to age, oldest to youngest...Daniel Day Lewis, Michelle Pfeiffer and
Jerry Seinfeld.
A: Jerry Seinfeld is the oldest at 55, followed by Daniel Day
Lewis and then Michelle Pfeiffer.
4/28/09
Q: What was the name of the last pandemic that hit
the US?
A: It was the Hong Kong Flu, which killed 34 thousand in the US,
about 40 years ago.
4/24/09
Q: Which famous athlete does Cedric The Entertainer
appear with in a Playstation video game?
A: He is in a Playstation game with Tiger Woods.
4/23/09
Q: Twitter, the new social network craze,
has got everyone from Hugh Jackman, to Larry King, to Ashton Kutcher
sending 'tweets' or messages. According to a recent article, what
is the average age of a Twitter user?
A: According to an article in the Detroit Free Press, the average
age of a Twitter user is 31.
4/22/09
Q: When the Red Wings are at home they play at "The
Joe" (Joe Louis Arena). What was the name of the arena they played
in last night...the home of the Columbus Blue Jackets?
A: The Columbus Blue Jackets play at Nationwide Arena.
4/21/09
Q: If you collected the entire set of
"American Idol" Trading Cards, which were released today, how many
individual cards would you have total?
A: There are a total of 138 trading cards in all.
4/20/09
Q: Name the two country stars that we currently
play here on Magic, who are in the new Hannah Montana movie.
A: Rascall Flatts and Taylor Swift are the two artists that we
play on Magic who are in the movie.
4/17/09
Q: The Detroit Red Wings won their playoff hockey
game last night. Name two other NHL teams that won as well last
night.
A: In the NHL last night the Wings, Boston Bruins, Chicago
Blackhawks, and Anaheim Ducks all won.
4/16/09
Q: What film were John Travolta, William H. Macy
and Martin Laurence all in together?
A: They were all in a film called 'Wild Hogs'.
4/15/09
Q: Seth Rogen is known for his acting, but he's
also a writer. For what TV show was he nominated for an Emmy
Award?
A: He was nominated for "Da Ali G Show".
4/14/09
Q: In which film did Abigail Breslin play Mel
Gibson's daughter?
A: When she was 5, played 'Bo Hess', Mel Gibson's daughter in the
movie SIGNS. (She turns 13 today.)
4/13/09
Q: Big news from the White House was the addition
of a dog named 'Bo'. How many of our 44 presidents are known to
not have had any pets while in the White House?
A: Only two presidents out of 44, didn't have pets...they were our
14th president - Franklin Pierce and Chester A. Arthur, our 21st
president.
*Calvin Coolidge, our 30th president, had the
most...basically a mini zoo including: 6 dogs, a bobcat, a goose, a
donkey, 2 lion cubs, a wallaby, an antelope, and a pygmy
hippopotamus named Billy - which he donated to the National Zoological
Park, where Billy sired 23 hippos. Many of the pygmy hippos in
american zoos today are his offspring!
4/03/09
Q: Michigan State has Sparty the Spartan as their
mascot...name the other three mascots of the college teams playing in
the NCAA Basketball Tournament this weekend.
A: The mascots of the final four teams in the NCAA Basketball
Tournament are: Michigan State's Sparty the Spartan, Villanova's
Wildcat, Connecticut's Huskie, and North Carolina's Ram (they are called
The Tar Heels).
4/02/09
Q: Whoopi Goldberg played the character 'Celie' in
the movie version of 'The Color Purple'...in the movie what does 'Celie'
call her husband?
A: In the movie 'The Color Purple', Celie calls her husband MR.
4/01/09
Q: Way before her legal troubles began, Tawny
Kitaen had a career in music videos. In which music video did she
"model a Jaguar"?
A: She was in the Whitesnake video 'Here I Go Again', in which she
rolls around on the hood of a Jaguar. She eventually married
Whitesnake lead singer, David Coverdale.
3/31/09
Q: Ewan McGregor was in a science fiction film that
was mostly shot in Detroit, what was the name of the movie?
A: Ewan McGregor was in the movie 'The Island' that was shot in
Detroit.
3/27/09
Q: Jim Harper mentioned this morning the Mariah
Carey, who turns 39 today, just spent a lot of money on this...what was
it?
A: She spent about $200,000 on pink baby furniture.
3/26/09
Q: Keira Knightly and Natalie Portman...In this
movie their own mothers had trouble telling them apart once they were in
make-up. What film would that be?
A: Keira Knightly played the stand in or decoy queen in Star Wars
the Phantom Menace and she and Natalie Portman have such a strong
resemblance that once in make-up their own mothers had trouble
distinguishing them.
3/25/09
Q: Brenda Strong, plays the deceased Mary Alice on
the TV series Desperate Housewives, her character narrates the story
each week...who is the only other deceased character to narrate a
Desperate Housewives episode?
A: Bree Van de camps, deceased husband Rex, who once narrated a
Desperate Housewives episode.
3/24/09
Q: Lionel Richie played himself in an episode of
The Simpsons and he parodied one of his award winning songs...which song
was it?
A: He parodied his song 'Say You, Say Me' as 'Beer You, Beer Me'.
3/23/09
Q: Michael Jackson says he copied the baseline of
Hall and Oates song 'I Can't Go For That' to produce which of his super
hits?
A: You can hear it in Michael Jackson's Billy Jean.
3/20/09
Q: At what local store would you find a
non-clothing line of Kathy Ireland inspired products?
A: She also designs furniture, which you can find locally at Art
Van stores.
3/19/09
Q: When Bruce Willis married Demi Moore, who
married them?
A: The 'Musical Minister'...Little Richard was who performed the
marriage ceremony for Bruce Willis and Demi Moore.
3/18/09
Q: Dana Elaine Owens, better known as 'Queen
Latifah', is the name that her cousin gave her when she was 8 years old.
What does 'latifah' mean?
A: 'Latifah' is and Arabic word that means sensitive or delicate.
3/17/09
Q: Which community in Michigan has the highest
percentage of people with Irish ancestry? (Hint: It's in Oakland
County.)
A: Beverly Hills has the highest with 16% of residents with Irish
ancestry.
3/16/09
Q: William Drayton Jr., better known as the clock
wearing Flavor Flav, was in what 80's successful rap group?
A: Flavor Flav was part of the rap group Public Enemy.
3/13/09
Q: Dana Delaney plays James Denton's girlfriend on
Desperate Housewives, in real life what was the name of the music
artist that she dated?
A: Although she has never married, Dana Delaney dated Don Henley
of the Eagles.
3/12/09
Q: Suan Sarandon won an Oscar for her portrayal of
a nun in 'Dead Man Walking', in which film did she play a Queen?
A: She played Queen Narissa in the movie 'Enchanted'.
3/11/09
Q: 'Home' by Daughtry was the good-bye song for
last years American Idol contestants. What was the send off song
from the year before?
A: It was Daniel Powter's song 'Bad Day'.
3/10/09
Q: Carrie Underwood has been dating a hockey
player, if they get married what would her name be?
A: She is dating hockey player Mike Fisher, so if they got married
her name would be Carrie Fisher.
3/09/09
Q: What Oscar wining film included a game show
based on 'Who Wants To Be A Millionaire'?
A: It's part of the Oscar winning movie Slumdog Millionaire.
3/06/09
Q: Rounded to the nearest thousand, how many school
busses are there operating in the state of Michigan?
A: There are approximately 17,000 school busses that operate in
the state of Michigan on any given weekday. (17,282 is the actual
number)
3/05/09
Q: Kevin Connolly plays a manager (agent) on the
HBO series Entourage. He's also in the movie He's Just
Not That Into You...what is his occupation in this film?
A: He is a Realtor.
3/04/09
Q: In what film did Steven Weber's character meet
his demise by a shoe?
A: The movie was Single White Female.
3/03/09
Q: This season's Bachelor, Jason Mesnick, is
an Estate Planner...but he didn't study finance. What does he hold
a degree in?
A: He has a degree in psychology.
3/02/09
Q: Daniel Craig, who is having a birthday today,
has starred in two movies with Nicole Kidman. What were the films?
A: They were in Golden Compass and The Invasion
together.
2/27/09
Q: According to the latest available registration
numbers, what is the most popular dog in Detroit?
A: The German Shepard has the largest registration in
Detroit in 2008 according to the AKC.
The top 10 in Detroit are...
1. German Shepard
2. Yorkshire Terrier
3. Labrador Retriever
4. Rottweiler
5. Shih Tzu
6. Golden Retriever
7. Poodle
8. Cocker Spaniel
9. Bullmastiff
10. Bulldog and Pomeranian (Tied)
2/26/09
Q: Taylor Swift's CD Fearless, has been the top
selling CD for 10 weeks now. Name the artist and CD, who has more
weeks as the top selling CD in the past 10 years (there is only 1)?
A: Santana's Supernatural spent 12 weeks as the top
selling CD in 1999 and 2000.
2/25/09
Q: Which reality TV show did Chelsea Handler turn
down last year?
A: She said 'no' to Dancing With The Stars.
2/24/09
Q: Before he became known as Fish in the TV show
'Barney Miller', Abe Vigoda had a recurring role in which daytime soap
opera?
A: He had a role on the daytime soap 'Dark Shadows'. (...and
now some twenty years after the rumors of his death, Abe is still making
movies, 3 of them currently.).
2/23/09
Q: Emily Brunt, played the character named Emily,
in what film.
A: She played the character named Emily in 'The Devil Wears Prada'.
2/20/09
Q: 'Fiddler On The Roof' came to Broadway in 1964
and was Broadways longest running show until this musical, which was
also made into a film, surpassed it.
A: Grease.
2/19/09
Q: In the musical 'Fiddler On The Roof',
Tevye is the father of five daughters, what was his occupation?
A: He supports his family as a Milkman.
2/18/09
Q: Name two songs from 'Fiddler On The Roof'.
A: 'If I Were A Rich Man' and 'Matchmaker' are two songs from the
musical 'Fiddler On The Roof'.
2/17/09
Q: In the story of Fiddler on the Roof, what
country does it take place in?
A: It takes place in Russia (The Soviet Union).
2/16/09
Q: In the story of Fiddler on the Roof, how many
daughters does the main family have?
A: The main family has 5 daughters.
2/13/09
Q: Mena Suvari made three films in a row with the
same word in the title...what was that word?
A: She was called the most patriotic actress in 200 when three
films she did back to back all contained the word 'American' in the
title.
2/12/09
Q: Christina Ricci is mostly a film actress,
however she has had some TV roles. Name a TV series in which she
has had a recurring role.
A: Christina Ricci has had recurring roles on both Grey's Anatomy
and Ally McBeal.
2/11/09
Q: Today there are tons of celebrity
birthdays...like Jennifer Anniston and Sheryl Crow. How many years
separate the two?
A: Sheryl Crow and Jennifer Anniston are seven years apart, and
Jennifer turns 40 today.
2/10/09
Q: Which Supermodel did Billy Joel date before he
dated and married Christie Brinkley?
A: He dated Elle McPherson before Christie Brinkley.
2/09/09
Q: In the new movie Paul Blart, Mall Cop,
what medical condition does Kevin James' character, Paul Blart, have?
A: His character, Paul Blart, is Hypoglycemic.
2/06/09
Q: The 51st Grammy Awards take place this Sunday
night. Name a city, other than LA or New York, that has hosted the
Grammys?
A: Nashville is the only other city to have hosted the Grammys.
2/05/09
Q: Detroit Native Tim Meadows was memorable as
The Ladies Man on Saturday Night Live. In what film did
he play a high school principal?
A: He played a high school principal in the film, 'Mean Girls'.
2/04/09
Q: Gavin DeGraw's song 'I Don't Wanna Be' is the
theme song for what TV show on the WB network?
A: It's the theme song for the TV series One Tree Hill on
the WB network.
2/03/09
Q: Maura Tierney played nurse and eventually Dr.
Abby Lockhart on the TV series ER, which famous actress played
her mother?
A: Sally Field played Maura Tierney's mom on the TV series ER.
2/02/09
Q: Bruce Springsteen rocked the Super Bowl Halftime
Show last night with his running and sliding all over the stage...how
old is he right now, today?
A: Bruce is 59, he'll turn 60 in September.
1/30/09
Q: Before Gene Hackman became an actor he worked at
radio and TV stations doing voice over work. What company does he
currently do the voice over for their commercials?
A: You can hear his voice during Lowe's Home Improvement Store
adds.
1/29/09
Q: In which cable series does Ed Burns currently
play himself?
A: Currently Ed Burns plays himself in the cable series
'Entourage'.
1/28/09
Q: In the movie 'Happy Feet', Elijah Wood played a
Penguin named Mumble who was a great tap dancer. What was it that
Mumble couldn't do?
A: He couldn't sing.
1/27/09
Q: Bruce Springsteen is releasing his new CD today
called, 'Working On A Dream'. What was his last CD called?
A: His last CD was called 'Magic'.
1/26/09
Q: What fun movie from 2007 is based on the life of
one of the members of the group Wham?
A: The movie is 'Music and Lyrics', based on the life of Andrew
Ridgeley, who along with George Michael formed the group Wham.
1/23/09
Q: What is the most popular karaoke song today?
(Hint: It was influenced by politics this week.)
A: 'At Last' by Etta James is the #1 karaoke song today on the My
Space Karaoke site...probably inspired by Beyonce singing it for
President Obama the other night.
1/22/09
Q: In the movie 'Must Love Dogs', what is Diane
Lane's occupation?
A: She is a Teacher.
1/21/09
Q: Name three things that a lie detector measures
to determine truthfulness?
A: Things that the polygraph looks for to determine if you are
lying are, a change in:
Blood Pressure
Pulse
Respiration (Breathing)
Body Temperature
Perspiration
1/20/09
Q: How many Presidential First Ladies hold
post-graduate degrees?
A: Three (3) Presidential First Ladies have held post-graduate
degrees: Michelle Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Laura Bush.
1/19/09
Q: What Motown song/artist did the Jonas Brothers
do a cover of last night during their concert?
A: They did a cover of Stevie Wonder's Superstition.
1/16/09
Q: In what city will Super Bowl 43 (this year) be
played?
A: It will be played in Tampa, Florida at Raymond James Stadium.
1/15/09
Q: Who was the female lead singer of the group
'10,000 Maniacs'?
A: The lead singer is Natalie Merchant, she joined the group at
17.
1/14/09
Q: What was the most viewed TV show of the week
last week, according to the Nielsen Ratings? (Hint: It was a football
game.)
A: The most viewed football game last week was the College BCS
Championship Game between the Oklahoma Sooners and the Florida Gators.
1/13/09
Q: What did Patrick Dempsey, known to most as Dr.
McDreamy on Grey's Anatomy, want to do as a career before he became an
actor?
A: He wanted to be a Clown...he has actually won a national
juggling contest.
1/12/09
Q: Bruce Springsteen, who has 18 Grammys, has how
many Golden Globes?
A: He has 2 Golden Globes; one for 'Philadelphia', and one awarded
last night for 'The Wrestler'.
1/09/09
Q: Joely Richardson is currently on the TV show
'Nip Tuck'...who is her famous mother?
A: Her famous mother is Venessa Redgrave, who has also played her
mother in several episodes on 'Nip Tuck'.
1/08/09
Q: Mike Bradley, who celebrates his birthday today,
was excited this morning on the Magic Morning Show about getting
something for free today...what was it?
A: A free car wash. (He was also excited that Jim offered to take
him to the movies and to lunch)
1/07/09
Q: Who will be the host tonight for the People's
Choice Awards?
A: Queen Latifah will be tonight's host.
1/06/09
Q: Nigella Lawson is the cook that makes cooking
oatmeal look sexy. She once used what fruit in a recipe that
caused sales of that fruit to increase by 30% immediately after the
show?
A: She used Prunes (dried plums).
1/05/09
Q: On the reality show 'The Bachelorette', how many
Bachelorettes have there been so far?
A: There have been 4 so far...Trista, Meredith, Jen and Deanna.
1/02/09
Q: Kate Bosworth's love of this sport lead her to
her first movie role...what was the sport?
A: She made her acting debut in 'The Horse Whisperer'...as a
champion equestrian (horses).
12/31/08
Q: What was Donna Summer's first hit in America?
A: Her first hit in the US was 'Love To Love Ya Baby!'
12/30/08
Q: Merideth Viera hosts the Today Show and Who
Wants To Be A Millionaire, what is the name of the series that she
narrates on Lifetime television?
A: Intimate Portrait.
12/29/08
Q: Name a song from the musical Hairspray?
A: 'You Can't Stop The Beat' was named.
12/23/08
Q: What color is the Sesame Street character Elmo's
nose?
A: Elmo's nose is orange.
12/22/08
Q: Jordan Sparks is designing clothes for which
clothing line and store?
A: Jordan Sparks is designing clothes for Wet Seal,
under the name 'Sparks'.
12/19/08
Q: 'Spamalot' was nominated for 14 Tony Awards the
year that it opened...how many did it win?
A: 'Spamalot' won 3 Tony Awards, the year it came
out.
12/18/08
Q: The title 'Spamalot' comes from a line in the
play....where does spam come from, its
produced in 2 states, name one of them?
A: Nebraska and Minnesota.
12/17/08
Q: In what year did 'Spamalot' open on Broadway?
A: 'Spamalot' opened on Broadway in 2005.
12/16/08
Q: When 'Spamalot' opened on Broadway, who was its
famous director?
A: The original director was Mike Nichols. Who is married to Diane
Sawyer.
12/15/08
Q: Which movie is the musical 'Spamalot' is based
on?
A: Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
12/12/08
Q: In 1990 name the commercial that featured 'A
Chorus Line'?
A: It was a big marketing campaign by Visa.
12/11/08
Q: A 'Chorus Line' is a story of an audition for
how many people?
A: 17 people.
12/10/08
Q: Name a song from 'A Chorus Line'?
A: The Winner named 'What I did for love'.
12/09/08
Q: In what year did 'A Chorus Line' open on
Broadway?
A: 1975.
12/08/08
Q: The TV show Boston Legal is a spin-off of
what TV show?
A: The Practice.
12/05/08
Q: What is the name of another group that Jim
Messina, who is half of the dou 'Loggins and Messina', was part of?
A: He was part of Poco and Buffalo Springfield before Loggins
and Mesinna.
12/04/08
Q: Name a music video in which you'll see Tyra
Banks.
A: Tyra Banks is in the following music videos:
'Too Funky' by: George Michaels
'Black or White' by: Michael Jackson
'Love Thing' by: Tina Turner
'Trife Life' by: Mobb Deep
'Shake Ya Body' by: Tyra Banks
12/03/08
Q: When was the Christmas TV classic Rudolph,
the Red-Nosed Reindeer first created and aired?
A: Rudolph, the Red-Nosed Reindeer was created and first aired
in 1964.
12/02/08
Q: What song is the best selling single of the
year according to iTunes?
A: Leona Lewis', 'Bleeding Love' is the best selling single of
the year on iTunes. The best selling CD is Coldplay 'Viva La
Vida'.
12/01/08
Q: Faith Hill's hubby Tim McGraw is in the new
film '4 Christmases'...name another film that he acts in.
A: He was in the film 'Flicka' and also in 'The Kingdom'.
11/26/08
Q: In Adam Sandler's 'Thanksgiving Song', what
poster does he say he will never take down?
A: A poster of Cheryl Tiegs.
11/25/08
Q: In 2002 Lisa Marie Presley's husband filed
for a divorce...what was his name?
A: Her husband at the time was Nicolas Cage.
11/24/08
Q: Katherine Heigl began her acting career in
a TV commercial for which breakfast cereal?
A: Cheerios.
11/21/08
Q: The movie 'Twilight' opened today and is
based on a relationship between a vampire and a mortal. What was
the name of the TV soap opera that shared a similar story line about 30
years ago?
A: The ABC TV soap opera was called Dark Shadows.
11/20/08
Q: Cody Linley, who was the latest contestant
to get tossed from 'Dancing With The Stars', is best known for his TV
role on Hannah Montana...what is his characters name?
A: He plays Jake Ryan on Hannah Montana.
11/19/08
Q: What actor was Meg Ryan living with when
she met Dennis Quaid?
A: She was living with Anthony Edwards.
11/18/08
Q: Owen Wilson is part of what Hollywood calls
the 'Frat Pack', actors that frequently work together, which actor has
Owen Wilson appeared with the most? BONUS: How many movies?
A: He has most frequently appeared with Ben Stiller, 9 movies
total.
11/17/08
Q: What is the most surprising music on NBA
star LaBron James' I-Pod?
A: Barry Manilow.
11/13/08
Q: Monique Coleman, form 'High School Musical'
and 'Dancing With The Stars' is 28 today, but she plays a schoolgirl
named Mary Margaret on which TV show?
A: She plays a schoolgirl on the TV show 'The Suite Life of Zack
and Cody'.
11/12/08
Q: In the movie 'The Princess Diaries, what
was the name of the fictitious country for which Ann Hathaway's
character was to govern?
A: The fictitious country was Genovia.
11/11/08
Q: In what film did Robin Williams play the
soon to be father in law of Calista Flockhart?
A: He played the colorful role of Calista Flockhart's father in
law, in the movie The Birdcage.
11/10/08
Q: Name a female that comedienne Tracy Morgan
impersonated while he was on SNL.
A: He impersonated Oprah, Aretha Franklin, Star Jones and Maya
Angelou to name a few.
11/07/08
Q: Christopher Knight, aka Peter Brady, met
his wife Adrienne on which reality TV show?
A: They met on the reality TV show The Surreal Life!
11/06/08
Q: Rebecca Romijn is related to which famous
talk show host?
A: She is related to David Letterman.
11/05/08
Q: Rounded up to the nearest million...how
many people voted in yesterdays historic election?
A: Approximately 119 million people voted yesterday.
11/04/08
Q: Barack Obama called his Grandmother 'Toot',
a version of the Hawaiian word for grandma. What's the Spanish
word for grandma?
A: Abuela is the Spanish word for 'Grandma'.
10/31/08
Q: In what state does the movie 'Halloween'
supposedly take place?
A: The movie supposedly takes place in Illinois, although if you
watch closely you'll see license plates from California.
10/30/08
Q: Tina Fey does a great impression of Alaska
Governor Sarah Palin, but who does she play on the TV show 30 Rock?
A: She plays the character, Liz Lemon, on the TV show 30 Rock.
10/29/08
Q: Tonight is the Pistons regular season home
opener, who is the new coach of the Detroit Pistons?
A: Michael Curry is the new coach of the Detroit Pistons.
10/28/08
Q: The Halloween cartoon special, 'It's The
Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown' is how old?
A: It's 42 years old.
10/27/08
Q: Kelly Osborne had a moderately successful
hit when she covered which Madonna song?
A: She had some success with a cover of Madonna's 'Papa Don't
Preach'.
10/24/08
Q: The State quarter program is a history
lesson on each 25 cent piece and next month Hawaii will be the last
state released. What was the first quarter in the series and when
was it released?
A: The first redesigned quarter to be released was Delaware in
January 1999.
10/23/08
Q: Ryan Reynolds married Scarlett Johansson
last month...and before that he was engaged to which singer?
A: He was previously engaged to Alanis Morissette.
10/22/08
Q: What is the most viewed - NEW - TV series
this season?
A: According to the Neilson ratings, The Mentalist is the
only new TV series this season to make it into the top 5 of most watched
shows.
10/21/08
Q: What song, 11 years ago, became the best
selling single of all time?
A: 'Goodbye England's Rose' also known as 'Candle In The Wind
1997', by Elton John - recorded after the untimely death of Princess
Diana - became the best selling single of all time.
10/20/08
Q: On which TV comedy show did John Krasinski,
who plays Jim on 'The Office', begin his career - as an intern?
A: He began is career, just 8 years ago, as an intern on the
'Conan O'Brien' show.
10/17/08
Q: Name another book by 'Robinson Crusoe'
author Daniel Defoe, that was made into a film?
A: Another book, by 'Robinson Crusoe' author Daniel Dafoe, that
was made into a film was 'Moll Flanders'.
10/16/08
Q: We heard a lot about 'Joe the Plumber' last
night...What
would an average salary be for a plumber with 15 years experience?
A: According to Payscale.com 'Joe Plumber' with 15 years experience would
make about $50,000 ($49,692).
10/15/08
Q: Tonight is the last of the 3 presidential
debates. Name the 3 states in which those debates have or will
occur?
A: The three states hosting the presidential debates are
Mississippi, Tennessee and tonights debate will be held in New York.
10/14/08
Q: Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks is
married to an actor currently working on what TV show?
A: She is married to Adrian Pasdar, who plays the character
Nathan Petrelli on 'Heroes'.
10/13/08
Q: Angelina Jolie was married before Brad and
Billy Bob...who was her first husband and what current TV show is he the
star of?
A: Her first husband, Jonny Lee Miller, plays the lead character
in the TV series 'Eli Stone'.
10/10/08
Q: Jodi Lyn O'Keefe, who played the sweet
innocent daughter of Nash Bridges on the TV show 'Nash Bridges', now has
a recurring role on what TV series?
A: She has a recurring role on the show 'Prison Break', where
she plays a "nasty, don't mess with me" kind of character.
10/09/08
Q: John O'Hurley is best known for his role as
J Peterman on the TV Series Seinfeld, he is also an author...name a book
that he has written.
A: He has written 2 books about dogs, they are called:
'Before Your Dog Can Eat Your Homework, First You Have To Do It!'(2007)
'It's Okay To Miss The Bed On The First Jump'(2006)
10/08/08
Q: Name 3 politicians for which Darrel Hammond
does impressions, on Saturday Night Live.
A: Darrel Hammond does impressions of the following politicians:
George W Bush
Bill Clinton
John McCain
Al Gore
Jimmy Carter
Dick Cheney
Colin Powell
Donald Rumsfeld
Arnold Schwarzenegger
10/07/08
Q: How many Grammys did Toni Braxton win for
her first...her debut CD?
A: She won 3 Grammys for her first CD, including 'Best New
Artist'.
10/06/08
Q: Name a film in which Elizabeth Shue played
a character named 'Jennifer Parker'.
A: Elizabeth Shue played a character named 'Jennifer Parker-McFly'
in the 'Back To The Future' films.
10/03/08
Q: George Washington made $25,000 a year as
president, what does our current president, George W. Bush make?
A: The current salary of the United States President is $400,000
per year.
10/02/08
Q: A typical US work week is 40 hours...what
is a typical French work week-how many hours?
A: The typical French work week is 35 hours.
10/01/08
Q: What 3 things should a business balance
sheet typically show?
A: A typical balance sheet should show assets, liabilities and
ownership equity.
9/30/08
Q: When you are in a meeting in a conference
room, where should your phone or Blackberry be?
A: Your phone or Blackberry should be back at your desk...with
your full attention on the meeting.
9/29/08
Q: Name 3 of the top 10 things on a resume
that employers say scream...Do not hire this person or 'no-no's'.
A: The top 10 'no-no's' on a resume are...
1. No
contact information
2. Long
gaps between jobs
3. Not
prepared for the interview
4. No
references
5. Only
negative things to say about previous employment
6. 'Job
Hopping' - you've had 7 jobs in the last 6 months
7.
Giving inconsistent answers in your interview
8. Lack
of flexibility
9. A
'lazy' application and/or resume and cover letter - only giving the bare
minimum
or using the same generic one for every job applied for
10. Lacking
objective or ambition
9/26/08
Q: Which president is known for the plan
called 'The New Deal'?
A: President Franklin D. Roosevelt instituted 'The New Deal' in
1933..
9/25/08
Q: Name the 2 people and the instruments that
they play, who have been married to Heather Locklear.
A: Her first husband, Tommy Lee, plays drums and her second
husband, Ritchie Sambora, plays guitar.
9/24/08
Q: Kevin Sorbo, who played Hercules on TV, is
quite athletic...name the 4 sports he participated in on a college
level.
A: He played basketball, football, baseball, and hockey.
9/23/08
Q: Stars Bernadette Peters, Whoopi Goldberg
and Jason Alexander appeared together in what film, based on a classic
story?
A: They appeared in a version of 'Cinderella', which also
starred Whitney Houston.
9/22/08
Q: Who are the two guest dancers, best known
for their singing, that will be on the new season of 'Dancing With the
Stars', that begins tonight?
A: They are Toni Braxton and Lance Bass.
9/19/08
Q: Sara Bareilles' song 'Love Song' was
featured in a 2007 commercial for what company?
A: It was featured in a commercial for the on line music service
'Rhapsody'.
9/18/08
Q: Name two Motown hits that Norman Whitfield
helped to write. (Norman Whitfield passed away Tuesday, September 16th,
at the age of 68)
A: He helped write; 'Just My Imagination', 'Car Wash', 'War', 'I
Heard It Through The Grapevine' and many more great songs.
9/17/08
Q: In yesterday's 80 minute long deposition
about the text messaging scandal, how many times did Kwame Kilpatrick
invoke his 5th amendment right against self incrimination?
A: According to the Detroit Free Press...during 80 minutes of
questioning yesterday, the former Mayor took the '5th' 82 times.
9/16/08
Q: What character did Amy Poehler (of Saturday
Night Live fame) voice in the animated film 'Horton Hears A Who'?
A: She voices 'Sally', the Mayor's wife, in the movie.
9/15/08
Q: So far Oliver Stone has made movies about
which three American Presidents?
A: The three Oliver Stone movies about Presidents were...'JFK',
'Nixon' and 'Reagan'. He's currently working on one called 'W' right
now.
9/12/08
Q: In what year did the National Weather
Service begin alternating male and female names for hurricanes?
A: Starting in 1979 both male and female names were given to
hurricanes.
9/11/08
Q: For what romantic film soundtrack did Harry
Connick Jr. win his first Grammy?
A: He received his first Grammy for the soundtrack to 'When
Harry Met Sally'.
9/10/08
Q: On which daytime soap opera did Ryan
Phillipe begin his acting career?
A: He began his acting career on the daytime soap - 'One Life To
Live' where he played Billy Douglas.
9/09/08
Q: In the film '4 Weddings and a Funeral',
what pop song does Hugh Grant quote when he tells Andie McDowell that he
cares for her?
A: He quotes the Partridge Family's David Cassidy and the song -
'I think I Love You!'
9/08/08
Q: What athletic title does David Arquette
hold?
A: He won the title of World Heavyweight in World Championship
Wrestling in early 2000.
9/05/08
Q: How many female Governors do we currently
have in the United States?
A: We currently have 8 female Governors.
They are: Ruth Ann Minner of Delaware
2001-Present
Linda Lingle of Hawaii
2002-Present
Jennifer Granholm of Michigan 2003-Present
Janet Napolitano of Arizona 2003-Present
Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas 2003-Present
M. Jodi Rell of Connecticut
2004-Present
Sarah Palin of Alaska
2006-Present
9/04/08
Q: Who was this summer's hottest leading man,
according to a recent survey?
A: According to the latest "Movie Fone" survey...this summer's
hottest leading man was Christian Bale. The list of the top 5 are:
Christian Bale 47% of
the vote
Robert Downey Jr. 28%
Will Smith
10%
Patrick Dempsey 8%
James McAvoy 7%
9/03/08
Q: What is actor Charlie Sheen's real name?
A: Actor Charlie Sheen's real name is Carlos Irwin Estevez.
9/02/08
Q: What character on 'Gossip Girl' used to
date Carrie Underwood?
A: Nate Archibald, played by Chase Crawford, used to date Carrie
Underwood.
8/29/08
Q: How many years has it been between the
release of the movie "The Wizard of Oz" and the book "Wicked"?
A: It has been 57 years between the release of the movie
"The Wizard of Oz" and the book "Wicked".
8/28/08
Q: Which popular music trio performed just
before Martin Luther King Jr. gave his famous 'I have a Dream...'
speech?
A: Peter, Paul and Mary performed "Blowin' In The Wind" before
Martin Luther King Jr. gave his 'I have a Dream..' speech. (Paul...whose
real name is Neal Stookey, went to high school here in Birmingham.)
8/27/08
Q: On last nights' episode of 'America's Got
Talent', which music star did Derrick Barry impersonate?
A: He impersonated Britney Spears.
8/26/08
Q: The newest American Idol Judge, Kara
DioGuardi, helped write a number one pop hit for
Christina Aguilera. What was the song?
A: She helped write the song "Ain't No Other Man".
8/25/08
Q: What is the name of the ancient Chinese
instrument that about 100 women in yellow played last night during the
closing ceremonies of the 2008 Olympic Games? (They played it with a bow
like a violin but it looked like a mini vacuum cleaner.)
A: The Chinese instrument is called an erhu. (also known as a
nanhu, a "Chinese violin", or a "Chinese two-string fiddle")
8/22/08
Q: Which state boasts that they have the
highest number of Presidents born in their state?
A: Virginia is the state where most of our Presidents have been
born. (so far 8 presidents have been born in Virginia, 7 in Ohio, and 6
have been born in New York.)
8/21/08
Q: Name at least two rivers in China.
A: The names of rivers in China are: the Yangtze, the Huang He
(also known as the Yellow river), the Amur, the Pearl River, the Mekong
River, and the Brahmaputra.
8/20/08
Q: Name two Olympic sports in which the USA
has swept the medals (won gold, silver and bronze).
A: The USA has swept the medals in the Men's 400 Hurdles for
Track & Field and also in Women's Fencing (or Saber).
8/19/08
Q: Name an item that we use everyday that was
first created by the Chinese.
A: Some items that we use everyday that were invented by the
Chinese are; paper, toilet paper, and mechanism's for clocks.
8/18/08
Q: Christian Slater, who turns 39 today and
will have a new TV series this fall, had his first TV acting role in
which soap opera?
A: His first TV acting role was in the soap opera 'Edge of
Night'. (Christian has been acting since he was 7.)
8/15/08
Q: Ben Affleck's first commercial was for
which fast food chain?
A: Ben Affleck's first commercial was for Burger King.
8/14/08
Q: Today is Halle Berry's Birthday...What year
was she crowned Miss Ohio?
A: Halle Barry was Miss Ohio 1986..
8/13/08
Q: In acting, what is the term for - when an
Actor turns and speaks directly to the audience?
A: It is called, "Breaking the 4th wall".
8/12/08
Q: On which continent do you find roughly 2/3
of the worlds cocoa production?
A: 2/3 of the worlds cocoa plants are found in Africa...Western
Africa or the Ivory Coast to be exact.
8/11/08
Q: Michael Phelps has been the popular name in
the Olympics so far when you hear about the U.S. Swim Team...however, he
was not in the the U.S. swimmer who pulled off an amazing, gold medal
winning, victory in the 4X100 relay competition. Name that
swimmer?
A: Jason Lezak, who swam the final "anchor" leg of the 4X100
relay..
8/01/08
Q: What are the names of the three Jonas
Brothers?
A: The Jonas Brothers are Nick, Kevin and Joe.
7/31/08
Q: The 80's group ABC...Name their top 5 hit
that was a tribute to a Motown artist?
A: It was called..."When Smokey Sings" and was a tribute to
Smokey Robinson.
7/30/08
Q: On the show 90210, what was the name of the
character played by Hillary Swank?
A: She was single mom, Carly Reynolds, when she was part of the
cast of 90210.
7/29/08
Q: Belinda Carlisle was the lead singer for
the 'Go Go's'...On the cover of their LP 'Vacation' - What were the
girls doing? (Hint: it was athletic!)
A: They were Water Skiing.
7/28/08
Q: According to the song, 'Don't You Want Me'
by the Human League, how long did their relationship last?
A: It lasted 5 years, and he met her in a cocktail lounge.
7/25/08
Q: In the 1990's, Janet Jackson could do no
wrong with hit after hit, then she starred in a film that was #1 at the
box office on this date in 1993...what was the name of that film?
A: The movie was "Poetic Justice", and she starred in it with
Tupac Shakur.
7/24/08
Q: Who was Bindi Irwin, daughter of the late
'crocodile hunter' Steve Irwin, named after?
A: She was named after her father's favorite female crocodile -
it's also an aboriginal name that means little girl.
7/23/08
Q: Who are the top 3 male actors in terms of
pay?
A: According to Forbes, the highest paid actors are: (amount
they earned last year)
1. Will Smith (about $80 Million)
2. Johnny Depp (about $72 Million)
3. Eddie Murphy (about $55 Million)
4. Mike Meyers
5. Leonardo DiCaprio
6. Bruce Willis
7. Ben Stiller
8. Nicolas Cage
9. Will Ferrell
10. Adam Sandler
7/22/08
Q: Which female artist did Don Henley and Glen
Frey sing backup for before they started the group 'The Eagles'?
A: Before the 'Eagles', Glen Frey and Don Henley sang backup for
Linda Ronstadt.
7/21/08
Q: What was John Lovitz', Saturday Night Live,
character's name that created the catch phrase, "Yeah, that's the
ticket"?
A: His character's name was Tommy Flannigan.
7/18/08
Q: Former Detroiter, Kristen Bell, originally
from Huntington Woods, now on the TV series 'Heroes', lent her voice and
likeness to which Playstation and X-Box video game that came out last
fall?
A: Her voice and likeness can be found in the video game
'Assassins Creed'.
7/17/08
Q: What is the name of the recent film in
which David Hasselhoff, who is hugely popular in Germany, plays a
demanding German coach?
A: It was the film 'Dodgeball' with Ben Stiller and Vince
Vaughn.
7/15/08
Q: On the TV series 'The Unit', Scott Foley
plays a character named Bob Brown. Where does his characters'
wife, Kim, work and what does she do?
A: She works at a radio station - where they wear headphones.
7/14/08
Q: In Madame Tussauds Wax Museum, where they
have life-size wax figures of famous people, who was the first infant to
be featured in the museum?
A: Shiloh Jolie Pitt.
7/11/08
Q: The new Batman movie is opening next Friday
and Magie Gyllenhaal will be taking over the role that Katie Holmes had
in the last Batman film. What was Katie's job in that movie -
'Batman Returns'?
A: Katie Holmes' job was assistant DA.
7/10/08
Q: Tell me who I'm talking about - This music
group put out their first CD in 2000, and just 6 years later they were
the top selling band of 2006 - What is their name?
A: They are Rascal Flatts and their lead singer Gary Levox is
celebrating his birthday today.
7/09/08
Q: Courtney Love released a book about 2 years
ago, what was it called?
A: It was called 'Dirty Blonde: The Diaries of Courtney Love'
and it was published in 2006.
7/08/08
Q: Milo Ventimiglia plays Peter Petreli on the
TV show 'Heroes'...what was his characters name on the 'Gilmore Girls'?
A: Milo played Jess Mariano on the 'Gilmore Girls'.
7/07/08
Q: Will Smith had a great opening weekend over
the 4th of July with his new film 'Hancock'. Name one of his CD's.
A: 'Big Willie Style'(1997) is the name of one of his CD's...the
others are: 'Willenium'(1999), 'Born to Reign'(2002), and 'Lost and
Found'(2005).
7/02/08
Q: Leona Lewis, Amy Winehouse and the Spice
Girls were part of which birthday that Nelson Mandela celebrated this
past weekend?
A: Nelson Mandela celebrated his 90th birthday in Hyde Park over
the weekend, his actual birthday is later this month.
7/01/08
Q: Kathie Lee Gifford got her start on a game
show, and tonight she, along with husband Frank and their two kids,
returns to a game show - 'The Family Feud'. What are the Gifford's
kids named?
A: Their kids names are Cody, who is 18, and Cassidy, who is 15.
6/30/08
Q: The Bachelorette is down to the last three
guys, what are their names? (Hint: They all begin with the same letter.)
A: Their first names are Jesse, Jeremy, and Jason.
6/27/08
Q: What did Oprah Winfrey say was the hardest
thing to give up during her 3 week health driven detox diet program?
A: According to Oprah, the hardest thing for her to go without
during her 3 week 'detox diet' was a glass of wine...she missed her
Bordeaux.
6/26/08
Q: What is the biggest complaint from workers
about their work place, according to a recent on line survey?
A: From the survey commissioned by the Blumberg Capital
Partners, they found that the top complaint by office workers was 'the
temperature either being too hot or too cold.'
6/25/08
Q: For the last two decades, which artist has
been the most played on British radio?
A: George Michael has been the most played artist on British
radio for the last two decades and his birthday is today - George is 45.
6/24/08
Q: What 80's group first recorded the song
'It's My Life'? (Gwen Stefani and No Doubt have a version out
currently.)
A: It was first recorded by the popular 80's group 'Talk Talk'.
6/23/08
Q: Donna Summer became the first solo artist
to hold two of the top three positions on the charts at the same time.
She held the #1 and the #3 spots. What were the names of those
hits?
A: The two hits were: 'Hot Stuff' at the #1 spot, and 'Bad
Girls' at the #3 spot. All on this date in 1979.
6/20/08
Q: Carrie Underwood, Liv Tyler, and Nicole
Kidman are all part of an advertising campaign for which company?
A: They are part of the Nintendo DS advertising campaign.
(Kidman is in the ad for the 'More Brain Training' game, Underwood is in
an ad showing her playing with Nintendo Dogs, and Tyler is in an ad
playing piano on her Nintendo DS.)
6/19/08
Q: Name one of the two items that John Mayer
likes to collect. (He admits to having large collections of these.)
A: John Mayer admits to collecting watches, and sneakers...he
has over 200 pair.
6/18/08
Q: What is the sum when you add Red Wings
greats' Gordie Howe and Ted Lindsay's jersey numbers together?
A: It is 16. (Lindsay wore #7 and Howe wore #9...both numbers
have been retired by the team.)
6/17/08
Q: The US Open came down to a playoff between
Rocco Mediate and Tiger Woods...How many holes of golf did they need to
play, in total, to win the Title?
A: Rocco and Tiger played a total of 91 holes of golf to settle
the winner...Tiger won in 'sudden death' and Rocco put it best when he
said of Tiger, "He's not normal, he's way above everything". (4 rounds
of 18 + an 18 hole playoff + 1 'sudden death' hole = 91)
6/16/08
Q: Who was on the audio clip that Mitzi played
from today's Magic Morning Show? (Hint: It was someone who was on the
phone talking to Jim Harper this morning.)
A: It was our Governor, Jennifer Grandholm proving that everyone
loves summer in Michigan.
6/13/08
Q: What percentage of men said they would
sacrifice an exciting job for the chance to spend more time with their
kids?
A: According to Spike TV - 73% of Dads say they would give up an
exciting job for more time with their kids.
*84% said if their spouses made a good living they would be willing to
be 'stay at home Dads'.
*54% said they spend enough time with their kids.
*80% said being a good father makes the man.
*41% said being a good provider does (make the man).
6/12/08
Q: Forbes has just put out their most powerful
celebrity list...name a married couple that both appear in the top ten.
A: Beyonce and Jay-Z are the only Married Couple who appear on
the Forbes Top Ten List.
The Forbes Top Ten Are:
1. Oprah Winfrey
2. Tiger Woods
3. Angelina Jolie
4. Beyonce Knowles
5. David Beckham
6. Johhny Depp
7. Jay-Z
8. The Police
9. J.K. Rowling
10. Brad Pitt
6/11/08
Q: Hugh Laurie, who plays on tv's 'House', is
in which Annie Lennox Video?
A: He was in the Annie Lennox video, 'Walking On Broken Glass'.
6/10/08
Q: Ken Griffey Jr. just joined Major
League Baseballs 600 Club, which is players who have hit 600 or more
home runs. How many players are in this 'club' now? (Can you name
them too?)
A: There are 6 and they are; Babe Ruth, Willie Mays, Hank Aaron,
Sammy Sosa, Barry Bonds, and Ken Griffey Jr..
6/09/08
Q: In the movie 'Where The Heart Is',
Natalie Portman plays a girl who has her baby in a Wal-Mart, then
eventually discovers a talent she has for something and it changes her
life. What is that talent?
A: The talent is photography.
6/06/08
Q: How many years have Jennifer Lopez and Marc
Anthony, who celebrated their wedding anniversary this week, been
married?
A: They have been married 4 years.
6/05/08
Q: Name either of the Films in the 80's that
featured the song 'Twist And Shout' which was made popular in the 60's
by the Isley Brothers and the Beatles.
A: The two films were 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' and 'Back To
School'.
6/04/08
Q: What TV show do you think had the most
viewers last week? (5/25/08-5/31/08)
A: According to the Nielsen Ratings, LOST was #1.
6/03/08
Q: Morton Spurlock has written and directed
many films that invite you to see a lifestyle of someone else within a
30 day period. Other than his film about Fast Food, name another
'30 Day' topic he's filmed?
A: The topics that Morton Spurlock has covered in his '30 Days'
series are: Minimum Wage, Anti-Aging, Muslims and America, Straight Man
in a Gay World, Binge Drinking Mom, Christian/Atheist, Working in a Coal
Mine, 30 Days in a Wheelchair, Animal Rights, Same Sex Parenting, Gun
Nation, and Life on an Indian Reservation.
6/02/08
Q: What were the two previous names the
'Detroit Red Wings' were known as before they became the 'Detroit Red
Wings'?
A: Detroit was named the 'Detroit Cougars' from 1926-1930, then
became the 'Detroit Falcons' from 1930-1932, then they became the
'Detroit Red Wings' in 1932 and just 4 years later in 1936, they won
their first Stanley Cup.
5/30/08
Q: What female rock star does Martina McBride
credit for her wide vocal range? (She claims that by listening and
emulating this singer, she learned to sing with a wider range.)
A: Martina credits Pat Benatar for her vocal range.
5/29/08
Q: Which former 'Dancing With the Stars'
celebrity is 'Scary Spice', Melanie Brown teaming up with to co-host a
new show about ordinary office workers who can really sing?
A: Melanie Brown is teaming up with former dancing star, Joey
Fatone, for a new show on TLC where they find ordinary people in office
environments that can sing.
5/28/08
Q: What is pictured on the front of John
Fogerty's - 'Centerfield' LP or CD?
A: It's a well worn baseball glove that is featured on the
cover.
5/27/08
Q: Todd Bridges has starred in a lot of
reality type TV. Name the show(s) he was on that required a
physical challenge.
A: Todd Bridges was on 'Skating With The Stars', 'Celebrity
Boxing' (Todd took on and beat Vanilla Ice), and 'Fear Factor'.
5/23/08
Q: How many times have Detroit and Pittsburgh
won the Stanley Cup, combined?
A: Between Pittsburgh and Detroit, the Stanley Cup has been won
12 times. Pittsburgh has only won twice.
5/22/08
Q: Naomi Campbell will be on the TV show 'Ugly
Betty' tonight...name another TV show in which she had a recurring role.
A: She had recurring roles in 'New York Undercover' and 'The
Cosby Show'.
5/21/08
Q: Name one of the two film soundtracks that
Stevie Wonder has to his credit.
A: They are 'Woman In Red' and Spike Lee's, 'Jungle Fever'.
5/19/08
Q: Name a hit song that James Taylor recorded
with his wife Carly Simon.
A: They recorded 2 songs together, 'Devoted To You' and
'Mockingbird'.
5/14/08
Q: Who was originally cast to play Indiana
Jones? (Hint: He was a popular actor in the 80's.)
A: Detroit native Tom Selleck was cast as the original Indy.
5/13/08
Q: What is the ice cream flavor named after
political comedian, Stephen Colbert?
A: The 'Ben & Jerry's' Ice Cream flavor named after political
comedian, Stephen Colbert is called 'Americone Dream'.
5/12/08
Q: What Turkish word is the word 'tulips'
believed to be derived from?
A: The word 'tulips' is believed to have come from the Turkish
word 'turbans', because they look like little hats...or turbans.
5/09/08
Q: Mike Wallace, a graduate of The University
of Michigan, has been a correspondent on '60 Minutes' for how many
years?
A: He, celebrating his 90th birthday today, has been on '60
Minutes' since it began, 40 years ago.
5/08/08
Q: Enrique Iglesias has had 2 number one songs
on the American Billboard chart, how many number one hits has he
produced for the Billboard Latin Chart?
A: Enrique Iglesias has 18 number one hits on the Latin
Billboard Chart.
5/07/08
Q: What Detroit group did Anita Baker perform
and record 3 albums with before she became known as a solo artist?
A: Anita Baker sang and recorded 3 LP's with the Detroit group
'Chapter 8', before she went out on her own.
5/06/08
Q: 'Dancing With The Stars' host Tom Bergeron,
has hosted a number of TV shows and has been nominated for 6 Emmy's with
one win. For which show did he win an Emmy?
A: He won for hosting 'The Hollywood Squares'. (note: He
actually tied Bob Barker that year for the win.)
5/05/08
Q: Monday night is 'Dancing With The Stars'.
How many couples are left?
A: There are 5 couples left in the 'Dancing With The Stars'
competition.
5/02/08
Q: In the movie 'The Game Plan' with The Rock,
why does he have to take his daughter to the hospital?
A: The Rock (AKA Dwayne Johnson) takes his daughter to the
hospital because of a life threatening food allergy.
5/01/08
Q: What did Tim McGraw announce yesterday,
that he plans to start selling sometime this summer?
A: Tim McGraw will have his own cologne for sale this summer and
the cap of the bottle will resemble the brim of a cowboy hat.
4/30/08
Q: In what music video is Kirsten Dunst on a
subway train when the power goes off?
A: The video is Savage Garden's 'I Knew I Loved You'.
4/29/08
Q: Jim Harper was talking about taking the
dogs outside to give his wife some space yesterday, WHY?
A: Jim gave his wife some privacy yesterday because he had
arranged for his wife to have a psychic reading.
4/28/08
Q: Name the film in which these 3 actors were
in together; Christopher Lloyd, Burgess Meredith, and Jessica Alba.
A: Camp Nowhere was Jessica Alba's first film, and she
co-starred with Burgess Meredith and Christopher Lloyd.
4/25/08
Q: Madonna just released her newest CD, 'Hard
Candy'. Counting this one, haw many CD's does Madonna have out?
A: 'Hard Candy' is Madonna's 28th CD. That includes live
shows, soundtracks, compilations, and this CD which is a studio CD.
4/24/08
Q: What name did writer Sue Grafton, author of
a series of detective stories, give her female P.I. (private eye)
character?
A: Kinsey Millhone is the name, or alter ego of writer Sue
Grafton's female private eye character.
4/23/08
Q: Name a children's show or forum for which
small children might know 'Dancing With the Stars' contestant Marlee
Matlin.
A: Marlee Matlin is known by the younger set for her recurring
role on 'Blues Clues'...and also for her sign language in 'Baby
Einstein' videos.
4/22/08
Q: Jeffrey Dean Morgan played Denny Duchet on
Grey's Anatomy, and after he dies Izzy is very surprised to find out
what?
A: When the character of Denny died on Grey's Anatomy, Izzy was
shocked to find out that he was stinkin' rich!
4/21/08
Q: What group was Aimee Mann with in the 80's?
(Hint: They had a top ten hit.)
A: Aimee Mann used to sing with the band 'Til Tuesday' and their
big song was 'Voices Carry'.
4/18/08
Q: Eric Roberts has a famous sister, Julia
Roberts, however his daughter is also an actress. Name her and the
role that she starred in last year, that was popular with teens and
pre-teens?
A: Eric Roberts daughter is Emma Roberts, who played 'Nancy
Drew' last year.
4/17/08
Q: Jennifer Garner has a Labrador Retriever
that she named after a celebrity who enjoys one of her hobbies.
What did she name her dog?
A: Jennifer likes to cook and garden so she named her dog
'Martha Stewart', after the queen of all things domestic.
4/16/08
Q: The Doobie Brothers have 27 charting
singles and 2 number one hits. What are the 2 number one hits?
A: 'Black Water' was the Doobie Brothers' first #1 hit and 'What
A Fool Believes,' written by Kenny Loggins and Michael McDonald, was
their other #1.
4/15/08
Q: What did Richard Gere do, a year ago today
in India, that caused an arrest warrant to be issued for him?
A: During a rally in India, Richard Gere KISSED an actress, and
the Judge said it amounted to public obscenity.
4/14/08
Q: What's the name of the DVD that the
Barenaked Ladies recorded at DTE Energy Music Theatre in Clarkston, last
summer?
A: The name of the Barenaked Ladies DVD is 'Talk to the Hand,
Live in Michigan'.
4/11/08
Q: Since 'Red Wings Fever' has hit the Motor
City...In what year did the Nashville Predators begin to play hockey?
A: The Nashville Predators have been around since 1998.
4/10/08
Q: In the film, 'Because I Said So', how does
Mandy Moore's character find a date?
A: Her mother (played by Diane Keaton) places a personal ad for
the perfect man for her daughter (played by Mandy Moore).
4/09/08
Q: Little Rudy Huxtable, Keisha Knight Pulliam
is 29 today...Keisha won a celebrity version of what reality show?
A: She won a celebrity version of 'Fear Factor' about 5 years
ago.
4/08/08
Q: In the series 'Dora the Explorer', who and
what is her best friend?
A: 'Boots the Monkey' is Dora's best friend.
4/07/08
Q: What team did Tiki Barber play for when he
retired from the NFL?
A: Tiki Barber played for the New York Giants when he retired
from football.
4/04/08
Q: In the last few years Carlos Santana has
had great success by teaming his guitar talent with contemporary
vocalists. He had a #1 hit with Rob Thomas on 'Smooth'. What
other vocalist(s) had a top ten hit on the US charts with Santana?
A: Carlos Santana had a top ten hit when he teamed up with:Chad
Kroeger of Nickelback on 'Why Don't You And I'; Michelle Branch on 'The
Game of Love'; and Wyclef Jean on 'Maria Maria' featuring The Product
G&B with Wyclef Jean.
4/03/08
Q: What was the name of the film in which
current California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger was pregnant?
A: "Junior" was the name of the film in which Arnold
Schwarzenegger was pregnant.
4/02/08
Q: According to Billboard, the Beatles have
the most number one singles by a group. Who are the top two solo
artists for number one hits?
A: Elvis Presley and Mariah Carey are the solo artists with the
most number one hits, and Carey may edge out Elvis when she releases a
new CD later this month.
4/01/08
Q: Today is Debbie Reynolds' birthday, and
every year a scholarship is offered in her name through what
organization?
A: The Girl Scouts offer a scholarship in Debbie Reynolds' name,
she is a former scout and troop leader.
3/28/08
Q: In which film series has Julia Stiles
played the same character 3 times?
A: Julia Stiles has reprised her role as Nicky Parsons 3 times
in the Borne Identity Film Series.
3/27/08
Q: In the story, "The Color Purple," what item
does Celie start to manufacture that changes her life?
A: Celie started making 'one size fits all' pants.
3/26/08
Q: On the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" one of the
characters on the show is 'George', played by TR Knight...What does the
'T' stand for in 'TR'?
A: The 'T' stands for Theodore.
3/25/08
Q: What song did Elton John, an avid tennis
fan, write as a tribute to Billie Jean King and her World Team Tennis
Franchise?
A: "Philadelphia Freedom".
3/24/08
Q: Star Jones took a job on "Court TV" in 1991
to cover a famous trial...which trial was it?
A: The William Kennedy Smith trial.
3/21/08
Q: Matthew Broderick is married to Sarah
Jessica Parker and in 2005 they both had movies that opened on the same
day. His was "The Producers", name her movie.
A: "The Family Stone", they both opened on the same day in
December 2005.
3/20/08
Q: In what movie did Holly Hunter play a
cigarette smoking, gum chewing secretary to Gary Busey.
A: In "The Firm".
3/19/08
Q: Bruce Willis, known mainly for his action
roles in "Die Hard" and "Pulp Fiction", also sings and had a top 5
Billboard hit when he covered this Motown song...Name it.
A: In 1987 Bruce Willis made it to number 5 on the charts with
"Respect Yourself".
3/18/08
Q: In what film did Denzel Washington, Queen
Latifah, and Angelina Jolie appear in together?
A: They all appeared in "The Bone Collector".
3/14/08
Q: In Vogue Magazine's 116 year history there
have only been 2 men to grace the cover, until the April issue that will
feature LeBron James. Name those 2 men.
A: George Clooney and Richard Gere.
3/13/08
Q: In what film did Candice Bergman play the
role of a New York socialite that gets caught up in a scandal?
A: Candice Bergman played Sydney Biddle Barrows, a Manhattan
Socialite in the film "Mayflower Madam".
3/12/08
Q: Which city has the most billionaires living
in it?
A: Moscow with 74. (3 more ultra-wealthy people than New York,
according to Forbes Magazine.)
3/11/08
Q: Who is the actor that Lisa Loeb credits for
greatly helping her career?
A: Ethan Hawke. (Ethan was Lisa's former neighbor in New York
and he gave Ben Stiller her tape and Ben used it in a movie soundtrack.)
3/10/08
Q: Which American Idol contestant has the best
selling CD to date? (Note: We're in Season 7 now.)
A: Carrie Underwood is the best selling American Idol
Contestant.
3/07/08
Q: What are the names of the 3 girls featured
on "The Girls Next Door with Hugh Hefner"?
A: The "Girls Next Door" are Holly, Bridgett and Kendra.
3/06/08
Q: Rounding to the nearest inch, how many
inches of snow have we had this winter? (Officially measured at Detroit
Metro Airport.)
A: So far this winter we've had 59 inches of snow, just 2 more
inches will put us in the top ten of snowfall amounts historically for
this area.
3/05/08
Q: Eddie Grant's song "Electric Avenue" was
used in a commercial for what chain of stores?
A: It was used in Montgomery Ward commercials for their
electronics and appliances.
3/04/08
Q: In what film did these three stars appear
in together...Bridget Fonda, Steven Weber, and Jennifer Jason Leigh?
A: Single White Female
2/27/08
Q: On what TV series did Josh Groban first
perform? (Hint: He had a recurring role.)
A: Josh Groban played Malcolm Wyatt on the TV Series "Ally McBeal"
2/26/08
Q: What two male artists did Corrine Bailey
Rae perform with at the 2007 Grammy's?
A: Corrine Bailey Rae was joined by John Mayer and John Legend, when she
performed at last years Grammy's.
2/25/08
Q: Name the film in which these three stars
were in together...Marion Cotillard, Albert Finney and Russell Crow.
A: "A Good Year"
2/22/08
Q: In 1997, Elton John was the last British
Singer to have a number one hit on the charts, until 2006 when this
British singer had a number one hit...who is it?
A: James Blunt - "You're Beautiful"
2/21/08
Q: Corbin Bleu is a big star thanks in part to
his success as Chad in "High School Musical". Name a Corbin Bleu
song?
A: Push It To The Limit (also...Get Cha Head In The Game and
What Time Is It?)
2/20/08
Q: This morning, Jim Harper and the Magic
Morning Show interviewed Donny Osmond; who
told a story about a little accident he caused when
he saw his sister Marie...What Happened? What got Destroyed?
A: He broke his sisters new porcelain doll in to thousands of pieces.
The doll was brand new with her "Dancing With The Stars" outfit on it.
2/19/08
Q: In what Madonna video would you see Benicio
Del Toro?
A: La Isla Bonita (1987)
2/18/08
Q: In the movie "Something Aboout Mary", what
was Matt Dillion's occupation?
A: A Private Detective
2/08/08
Q: Nick Notle's real son played Mel Gibsons
son in what film?
A: Ransom
2/07/08
Q: In the "Madagascar" movies, Chris Rock was
the voice of what type of animal?
A: Marty the Zebra
2/06/08
Q: How many Grammy's did Natalie Cole win for
her LP "Unforgettable"?
A: 3 Grammy's
2/04/08
Q: During the Super Bowl Justin Timberlake was
in a commercial...what was the product?
A: Pepsi
2/1/08
Q: On average how many people attend a home super bowl party?
A: 17 people
1/30/08
Q: How is Christian Bale related to Gloria Steinem?
A: Gloria Steinem was Christian Bale's stepmother
1/29/08
Q: Before Ed Burns had success as a writer, director and
actor he worked as a gofer for what TV show?
A: John Tesh on Entertainment Tonight
1/28/08
Q: What film was John Corbett, Michael Constantine and Joey
Fatone in together?
A: My Big Fat Greek Wedding
1/25/08
Q: What color is the cookie monster?
A: Vivid blue
1/24/08
Q: What was the name of Tatyana Ali's first CD?
A: Kiss the Sky
1/23/08
Q: Tiffany Amber Thessen played Valerie on 90210, which
character played her constant enemy on that show?
A: Kelly- AKA Jenny Garth
1/22/08
Q: Linda Blair became famous for her role as the possessed
child in the film "The Exorcist"- she was nominated for the supporting
actress Oscar- but lost the award to another child actress-who was it?
A: Tatum Oneal
1/21/08
Q: In 2005 millions of people voted who they thought was the
greatest American- who placed first?
A: Ronald Reagan
1/18/08
Q: Who was the only Spice Girl to NOT have a number one solo
hit in Britain?
A: Posh Spice AKA Victoria
1/17/08
Q: What film are Christopher Walken, Dennis Miller and Kid
Rock in together?
A: Joe Dirt
1/16/08
Q: 11 years ago today, Jamaican police fired at Jimmy
Buffet's seaplane...what other well known musician was on board the
plane that day with Jimmy Buffet?
A: Bono of U2
1/15/08
Q: Chad Lowe won an Emmy when he was about 20 for his role as
a boy with AIDS. What was the name of that TV series that broke new
ground?
A: Life Goes On
1/14/08
Q: What is the name of the Spice Girl song that starts with "Yo,
I'll tell you what I want what I really really want?
A: "Wannabe"
1/11/08
Q: Name a show that was developed specifically for Lifetime
TV?
A: Strong Medicine
1/10/08
Q: In the movie the perfect man, what was Carson Kressley's
occupation?
A: A Bartender
1/09/08
Q: Who sang the song "Hot Hot Hot"?
A: Buster Poindexter (David Johanson)
1/08/08
Q: David Bowie's song "Young Americans" mentions 3 cars, a
Cadi, a Chrysler and a particular make and model of another
vehicle...what is it?
A: Ford Mustang
1/07/08
Q: What is David Caruso's characters name on NYPD Blue?
A: John Kelly
1/04/08
Q: What artist had the most digital downloads of 2007?
A: Fergie
1/03/08
Q: Iowa has almost 3 million people statewide according to
NBC news, approximately how much have the politicians spent per person
in Iowa to win the caucus tonight?
A: Nearly $200 per person
1/02/08
Q: In 2007 Taye Diggs starred in a TV series which he played
a detective- what was the name of that short lived series?
A: Day Break
12/31/07
Q: Dick Clarks Rocking New Years Eve began in what year?
A: 1972
12/27/07
Q: In 1972 when the Dolphins had that record breaking
undefeated season, they actually had two quarterbacks, Bob Greise their
starting quarterback was injured...who was the quarterback that stepped
in to help?
A: Earl Morrall
12/27/07
Q: What was Eva LaRue's occupation on "All My Children"?
A: Doctor
12/26/07
Q: How old is Chris Daughtry?
A: 28 years old Today
12/21/07
Q: In the song "Its Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas"
what are Janice and Jen wishing for?A: dolls that will talk and go for a
walk
12/20/07
Q: In the song "Its Beginning to Look a lot like Christmas"
who's wishing for a pair of hopalong boots and a pistol that shoots?
A: Barney and Ben
12/19/07
Q: What was the short lived reality TV show called starring
David Foster and Linda Thompson?
A: The Princes of Malibu
12/18/07
Q: What film was Henry Thomas, Brad Pitt and Aidan Quinn in
together?
A: Legends of the Fall
12/17/07
Q: When did Survivor begin?
A: May of 2000
12/13/07
Q: What was Madonna's first number one Single?
A: "Like a Virgin"
12/13/07
Q: Morris Day was with the group The Time, one of their
biggest hits was a song and also a dance...what was it called?
A: The Bird
12/12/07
Q: In the movie Blood Diamond, what was Jennifer Connelly's
job?
A: A reporter
12/11/07
Q: Jim mentioned giving gifts to co-workers today, name two
suggestions.
A: Clip on lights for reading, a Magic cookbook, a journal of recycled
paper or fabric shopping bag.
12/10/07
Q: Gloria Loring has had a number of big hits, her son is
also a successful musician-what is his name?
A: Robin Thicke
12/07/07
Q: The Grammy nominations were announced yesterday, to date
who has won the most Grammy's in the category of Male Solo Artist?
A: Stevie Wonder
12/06/07
Q: What is the snowy icy film Janine Turner starred in with
Sylvester Stallone?
A: Cliffhanger
12/05/07
Q: What medal did Tanith Belbin and Ben Agosto win at last
winters Olympics? What color?
A: Silver medal
12/03/07
Q: Where did High School Musical 2 take place?
A: at a Country Club
11/30/07
Q: Which Grey's Anatomy star played Sandra Oh's girlfriend in
the film "Under the Tuscan Sun"?
A: Kate Walshl
11/29/07
Q: In what current TV sitcom did the plot involve robbing a
casino and kidnapping Howie Mandel?
A: My Name is Earl
11/28/07
Q: Jon Stewart is not only funny, but smart and athletic--his
former college hands out an award each year for the player who has the
most personal growth in this sport and makes the team laugh...for what
sport is this award given?
A: Soccer
11/27/07
Q: In the film "Enchanted", Princess Giselle tells Patrick
Dempsey that when you love someone you should do this to let them know?
A: Sing to them and dance with them
11/26/07
Q: Tina Turner sang the theme song from Mad Max Beyond
Thunder Dome...what was the theme song for that film?
A: "We Don't Need Another Hero"
11/21/07
Q: What role did Nicollet Sheridan originally audition for on
Desperate Housewives?
A: The role of Bree Van De Kamp
11/20/07
Q: In what children's show did Ming Na get her TV start?
A: Mister Rodgers Neighborhood
11/19/07
Q: Lloyd Carr officially announced his retirement from U of M
today, name a local high school where he began his coaching career?
A: Westland, Detroit Nativity and Belleville
11/16/07
Q: Jake and Maggie Gyllenhaal are sister and brother in real
life...in what film did they play brother and sister?
A: Donnie Darko
11/14/07
Q: What Hollywood actor did Josh Dumel beat out at a modeling
contest?
A: Ashton Kutcher
11/13/07
Q: Who was the first women to host the Academy Awards on her
own?
A: Woopie Goldberg
11/12/07
Q: In the movie "The Devil Wears Prada" Anne Hathaway takes a
job as an assistant to Meryl Streep but what does she really want to do?
A: Become a Journalist
11/09/07
Q: What type of doctor is Dr. McSteamy on the show "Gray's
Anatomy"?
A: Plastic Surgeon
11/08/07
Q: Mary Hart, once competed in the Miss America
Contest...what state sent her to represent them?
A: South Dakota
11/07/07
Q: There's some exciting news about a new planet that is
similar to Earth within the constellation Cancer...about how many light
years would it take to get there?
A: 41 Light years
11/06/07
Q: In the movie "Gattaca", Ethan Hawke has two human
conditions that are stopping him from the space program...name one?
A: He was near sighted and had a heart condition.
11/05/07
Q: What was the name of the Springer Spaniel that lived in
the White House with George Herbert Walker Bush?
A: Millie
10/31/07
Q: Who is number 3 on the list of top wage earners for
deceased celebrities?
A: Charles Schultz
10/29/07
Q: In the commercials that try to keep the Bush Baked Beans
family recipe a secret what is the name of the dog?
A: Duke
10/26/07
Q: When Pat Sajack takes a contestant to the winners circle
on Wheel of Fortune what 6 letters do they automatically expose for
them?
A: TRNSL and E
10/25/07
Q: Nancy Cartwright plays Bart Simpson on the TV show The
Simpson's, name an animated Disney TV show in which Nancy plays another
male character?
A: Kim Possible- she plays Rufus
10/24/07
Q: When Kevin Klein plays Otto in the film "A Fish Called
Wanda" how is he able to put Jamie Lee Curtis 's character in a romantic
mood?
A: He used a very bad accent as an aphrodisiac.
10/23/07
Q: The World Series begins tomorrow night what two teams will
be playing in the World Series?
A: The Boston Red Sox's and The Colorado Rockies
10/22/07
Q: What was the name of the Learning Channel Reality Show on
which TV Pennington got his start?
A: Trading Spaces
10/18/07
Q: What was John Goodman's occupation the TV show Roseanne?
A: Hanging Streetrock
10/17/07
Q: This morning Linda Lanci told us the season in which men
are most likely to stray?
A: Summertime
10/16/07
Q: What was Simba from the Lion King's girlfriends name?
A: Nala
10/15/07
Q: Christina Applegate won an Emmy when she played which
characters sister on the TV show 'Friends'?
A: Rachel's sister
10/12/07
Q: What film did Sandra Bullock think that she was in love
with Peter Gallager but she actually fell in love with his brother?
A: While You Were Sleeping
10/11/07
Q: Joan Cusask plays Jeff Bridges creepy neighbor in what
conspiracy film?
A: Arlington Road
10/10/07
Q: Halloween is the 3rd biggest party night of the
year...what are the first two?
A: New Years Eve and Super Bowl Sunday
10/09/07
Q: Sharon and Ozzy Osborne have 3 biological children, what
are their names?
A: Kelly, Jack and Aimee
10/08/07
Q: What did Christopher Columbus think he would find if he
sailed west?
A: A shortcut to Asia or the Orient
10/05/07
Q: Bernie Mac plays an uncle who takes his sisters 3 kids on
the Bernie Mac Show what are the kids characters names?
A: Vanessa, Jordan and Bryana
10/04/07
Q: What film was Paul Giamatti, Charlton Heston and Mark
Wahlburg in together?
A: Planet of the Apes
10/03/07
Q: When Jack Wagner was a doctor on the nighttime soap
Melrose Place what was his characters name?
A: Peter Burns
10/02/07
Q: Other than Fergie, who was the last female artist to have
three number one hits on her debut CD?
A: Christina Aguilera
10/01/07
Q: In the song "Drops of Jupiter" what specific exercise do
they mention?
A: Tae-bo
9/28/07
Q: What movie did Hillary Duff star in that was produced by
Madonna's film company?
A: Material Girls
9/27/07
Q: When Avril Lavigne was 14 she won contest to go on tour
with what artist?
A: Shania Twain
9/26/07
Q: Nemo had a malformed fin...what was the fish Dorries'
medical problem?
A: short term memory loss
9/25/07
Q: What was Heather Locklear's character name on Melrose
Place?
A: Amanda Woodward
9/24/07
Q: What percentage of pumpkins are not sold for decorations?
A: 1%
9/20/07
Q: Name a previous Survivor contestant from Michigan.
A: Keith Famie
9/18/07
Q: What film was Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts and James
Gandolfini in together?
A: The Mexican
9/17/07
Q: We have one group of Dinosaurs on the earth today that are
direct descendants of Theropod Dinosaurs, what do we call these
creatures today?
A: Birds
9/14/07
Q: Name a TV show that Kimberly Williams Paisley's real
sister is in currently?
A: Side Order of Life
9/13/07
Q: How many players can an NBA team have under contract per
year?
A: 15 players
9/12/07
Q: What was the nickname given to Rueben Studdard when he was
on American Idol?
A: Velvet Teddy Bear
9/10/07
Q: What is the name of the movie that Madonna's husband
directed and she starred in?
A: Snatch
9/07/07
Q: Angie Everhart was the first model to show off what?
A: She was the first red-headed model to get the cover
9/06/07
Q: Name the first co-host to leave 'The View'.
A: Debbie Matenopoulos
9/05/07
Q: A year ago today Katie Couric ended her first evening news
broadcast with pictures of someone...who was this person?
A: Suri Cruise
9/04/07
Q: Beyonce has two singles that have become number one world
wide hits, one of them is Irreplaceable...what is the other song?
A: Crazy in Love
8/24/07
Q: Name a music video in which you would find a Scarlet
Johannson?
A: Justin Timberlake "What Comes Around Goes Around"
8/23/07
Q: On what Lifetime show does Barbara Eden currently have a
recurring role?
A: Army Wives
8/22/07
Q: On the TV series The Nanny what was Fran Drescher's
characters occupation prior to becoming a nanny?
A: Cosmetologist
8/21/07
Q: Kim Cattrall played Britney Spears mom in what film?
A: Crossroads
8/20/07
Q: Al Roker of the Today Show is related to what musician?
A: Lenny Kravitz
8/17/07
Q: Who was the only President to marry at the White House?
A: Grover Cleveland
8/16/07
Q: In the movie "Evan Almighty", Evan played by Steve Carrel
has a happy habit that really embarrasses his kids...what is that happy
habit?
A: He has a happy dance.
8/15/07
Q: When Ben Affleck hosted Saturday Night Live what item was
he pretending to sell in the opening skit of the show?
A: "Benifer" T-shirts
8/14/07
Q: What was the very first U.S. group that legally sold their
album in the Soviet Union in 1989?
A: Bon Jovi
8/13/07
Q: What was the name of the dog on the Partridge Family?
A: Simone
8/09/07
Q: What has Whitney Houston done twice that no other American
Artist has ever done?
A: She recorded the National Anthem as she performed it at Super
Bowl 25, when it released she became the first recording artist to have
the National Anthem chart.
8/08/07
Q: How many years did Hank Aaron hold the record for most
homeruns?
A: 33 years
8/07/07
Q: Which president created the Order of the Purple Heart?
A: George Washington in 1782
8/06/07
Q: Lucille Ball was a very loyal friend and sent flowers
every year to what actress/comedian on her birthday?
A: Carol Burnett
8/03/07
Q: What is the famous line that the crowd always says when
they see Underdog?
A: "Look, in the sky, it's a bird, it's a plane...it's a frog...and then
someone always says...a frooooog?"
8/02/07
Q: In what Bonnie Raitt video can you find Mary Louise
Parker?
A: "You Got It"
8/01/07
Q: Tempest Bledsoe played Vanessa on the Cosby's...name the
other four Cosby children from the Cosby show.
A: Sondra, Denise, Theodore and Rudy
7/30/07
Q: Who was the very first author to become a billionaire
through writing?
A: JK Rolling author of the Harry Potter
7/30/07
Q: In the song "Smelly cat" sung by Lisa Kudrow's character,
Phoebe on Friends...what did she say wasn't the cat's fault that it
smelled? A: "Smelly cat, what are they feeding you, its not your fault
They won't take you to the vet, your obviously not their favorite pet"
7/27/07
Q: Name a line of clothing or a fragrance that Jonathan Rhys
Meyers represents?
A: The clothing line is Versace and the fragrance is Hugo Boss
7/26/07
Q: In the movie "28 Days" Sandra Bullock ends up in rehab
after she causes what fiasco?
A: She gets drunk at her sisters wedding and knocks over the wedding
cake then takes off and crashes the car.
7/25/07
Q: At which Disney attraction will you find Ileana Douglas?
A: At Disney's MGM ride, The Rock and Rollercoaster
7/24/07
Q: In the film "Shall We Dance" starring Jennifer Lopez, what
was the name of the dance studio?
A: Miss Mitzi's
7/23/07
Q: When Daniel Radcliff played Harry Potter for the first
time...how old was he?
A: 11
7/20/07
Q: In which James Bond film or book was he officially
married?
A: On Her Majesties Secret Service
7/19/07
Q: Anthony Edwards played Dr. Marc Green on the TV show E.R.-in
what location did his TV character die?
A: In a beach house in Hawaii
7/18/07
Q: In what Vin Diesel film did he show us that he could drive
a mini van as well as any stressed out suburban working mom?
A: "The Pacifier"
7/17/07
Q: Who was the minister that officiated Mark Burnett's
marriage?
A: Della Reese
7/16/07
Q: In the movie "Old School" will Ferrell, takes a trip
through his neighborhood doing what embarrassing thing?
A: Streaking
7/12/07
Q: Styx has two singles that sold over a million
copies...what are they?
A: "Babe" and "Mr. Roboto"
7/10/07
Q: According to the Today Show...what was the first national
park in the USA?
A: Niagara Falls
7/10/07
Q: What Britney Spears video was Adrian Grenier in before he
became a celebrity?
A: "You Drive Me Crazy"
7/09/07
Q: Name two films or TV series in which Jimmy Smits played a
political figure.
A: Star Wars films & West Wing
7/06/07
Q: How many times has Sylvester Stallone actually played
Rocky Balboa in a Rocky inspired film?
A: 6 films in all
7/03/07
Q: Yardley Smith is the voice of what well known female
character in a TV series?
A: Lisa Simpson
7/02/07
Q: What was the name of Jerry Halls reality series TV show?
A: "Kept"
6/29/07
Q: Melora Hardin plays Jan Levinson on the TV show "The
Office", in the finale what two significant things happened with her
character?
A: Enhancement surgery and she got fired
6/26/07
Q: What film were Jack Black, Jim Carey and Janeane Garofolo
in together?
A: The Cable Guy
6/22/07
Q: Donald Faison, who plays Turk in the TV series Scrubs has
been in two films with Britney Murphy...name the movies.
A: "Clueless" and "Uptown Girls"
6/21/07
Q: In the TV series Family Ties what job did the parents
have?
A: Meredith Baxter who played the mom was an architect and the father
played by Michael Gross ran a Public TV station.
6/19/07
Q: For what Tom Hanks film did Paula Abdul create
choreography?
A: "Big"
6/18/07
Q: The rumor is that Rod Stewart got married over the
weekend...name two of his former wives.
A: Alana Hamilton and Rachel Hunter
6/15/07
Q: Courtney Cox played the role of Lucy Spiller, the editor
or a tabloid in the FX series Dirt...in that series who was stalking
her?
A: Leo-her brother
6/14/07
Q: What high school did Tim Allen go to?
A: Seaholm High School
6/13/07
Q: Linda Lanci's mentioned that her husband, George had 3
special phone calls yesterday for his birthday. Name two of the people
that called.
A: John Tesh, Joe Vicari and Fay Wills
6/12/07
Q: Other than piano and keyboards what other instrument does
John Tesh play?
A: The guitar, trumpet and saxophone
6/11/07
Q: Last night in the last scene, A.J. Soprano recalls some
advice his father Tony Soprano gave him...what was that advice?
A: "Remember the good times"
6/08/07
Q: Actress Kelli Williams played a lawyer on the show "The
Practice" what was her characters name on the show?
A: Lindsay Dole Donnell
6/07/07
Q: How many days in jail was Paris Hiltons originally
sentenced?
A: 45 days
6/06/07
Q: According to one of America's biggest hits "A Horse with
No Name" what can't you remember in the dessert?
A: "Your name"
6/05/07
Q: What HBO series is loosely based on Mark Wahlberg's life
in Hollywood?
A: Entourage
6/04/07
Q: Who is Angelina Jolie's British born movie star Godmother?
A: Jaqueline Bissett
6/01/07
Q: High School Musical won two Emmys last year for what?
A: Choreography and Outstanding Children's Program
5/31/07
Q: How did Tony and Gabriella meet from High School Musical?
A: A karaoke contest
5/30/07
Q: High School Musical made it into the Guinness Book of
Records for being the first TV movie to have this amount of concurrent
singles on the top 100 charts?
A: 9
5/29/07
Q: High School Musical is the first TV soundtrack to hit
number one in the Billboards since what TV show?
A: Miami Vice
5/25/07
Q: Who was Connie Selleca's first husband?
A: Gil Girard
5/24/07
Q: According to the song Lady Marmalade, where did he
meet Marmalade?
A: Down in Old New Orleans
5/23/07
Q: Who are three musicians who helped to mentor the American
Idol contestants this year?
A: Diana Ross, Barry Gibb, Martina McBride, John Bon Jovi, Tony Bennett,
and Gwen Stefani
5/22/07
Q: For which Detroit born artist did Bernie Taupin co-write
an entire album?
A: Alice Cooper
5/21/07
Q: Apolo Anton Ohno has won how many Olympic medals to date?
A: Five
5/18/07
Q: On a typical Bingo card what is the largest number that
you would find...in other words it starts with a B-1 what would the
largest number be?
A: The highest possible number is an O-75.
5/17/07
Q: What artist was the first solo artist to sell a million
copies of his LP on the first day of it's release?
A: Elton John
5/16/07
Q: Tori Spelling and her husband just had a baby...what is
the baby's name?
A: Liam Aaron McDermott
5/15/07
Q: Jamie Lynn Sigler, who plays Meadow in The Sopranos,
starred in a music video for which music superstar?
A: Mariah Carey's "Through the Rain"
5/14/07
Q: What creature does Nicole Kidman have an unusual fear of?
A: Butterflies
5/11/07
Q: When Eddie Murphy was a cast member of SNL he did
something that no other cast member has ever done...what did he do?
A: He was the only cast member to host Saturday Night Live.
5/10/07
Q: Who is the only person to date that has been nominated for
an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, a Grammy and a Nobel Peace Prize?
A: Bono
5/09/07
Q: Sinead O'Connor refused to appear on Saturday Night Line
with who?
A: Andrew Dice Clay
5/08/07
Q: What hair color company was Melissa Gilbert a
spokesperson?
A: Garnier
5/07/07
Q: What film was Danny Glover, Oprah Winfrey and Thelma
Houston in together?
A:" Beloved"
5/04/07
Q: The Jackson 5 was made up of 5 males in the Jackson
family, sure you remember Michael...who were the other 4 male Jackson
brothers of the Jackson 5?
A: Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon
5/03/07
Q: According to Chris Isaak what shape is the world?
A: Heart shaped
5/02/07
Q: Who has been the largest single celebrity contributor to
Oprah's Angel Network?
A: Jon Bon Jovi
5/01/07
Q: Stevie Wonder called Ray Parker Jr. to ask to back him
when he toured with what group?
A: The Rolling Stones
4/30/07
Q: Adrian Pasdar who plays Nathan Petrelli on Heroes is
married to what controversial singer and musician?
A: Natalie Maines of the Dixie Chicks
4/27/07
Q: How many years has Ringo Starr been married to Barbara
Bach?
A: 26 years
4/26/07
Q: What song was the only James Bond Theme song to reach
number one on the billboard charts?
A: "A View To A Kill"
4/25/07
Q: In the first season of American Idol, Kelly Clarkson and
Justin Guarini each sang the same song to compete for the title, what
was the name of that song?
A: "A Moment Like This"
4/24/07
Q: Name two new things that you learned today from Jim Harper
and the Magic Morning Show?
4/23/07
Q: Which President appointed Shirley Temple Black to the
United Nations?
A: Richard Nixon
4/20/07
Q: What was Shemar Moore's first language?
A: Dutch
4/19/07
Q: Who is Kate Husdons step mom for almost 20 years?
A: Cindy Williams
4/18/07
Q: On the show "Ugly Betty" name Betty's two boyfriends.
A: Walter and Henry
4/17/07
Q: In the Billy Joel song "I'm Moving Out" what does he
suggest you pay Uncle Sam with?
A: The overtime
4/16/07
Q: In the second season of "Dancing with the Stars" Tom
Bergeron was joined by a new co host, Samantha Harris...who did she
replace?
A: Lisa Canning
4/13/07
Q: What movie was Bruce Willis, Ving Rhames and Havery Keitel
in together? Clue: In the film Bruce Willis and Ving Rhames say they
will never discuss the scene they were in again.
A: Pulp Fiction
4/12/07
Q: This morning Jim Harper and the Magic Morning Show talked
about someone that was celebrating their 75th Birthday and he discovered
impressionism painting in his retirement...who was it?
A: Cheetah
4/11/07
Q: Jennifer Lopez coached the American Idol contestants this
week and will perform her new single tonight called "Que hee SEE
stay"...what does that mean?
A: What did you do?
4/10/07
Q: What character did John Ratzenberger play in Toy Story?
A: Hamm the Piggy Bank
4/09/07
Q: How many kids does Hugh Hefner have?
A: 4 kids (the oldest is 55 and the youngest is 15 years old).
4/06/07
Q: Organize your life and save half off address and phone
software...Benjamin would be so proud, this stores motto is based on 7
habits of highly successful people...what store is it?
A: Franklin/Covey
4/05/07
Q: Easter is almost here what store will your little ones
look picture perfect from their spring break sale...the savings are up
to 40% on their Spring Collection?
A: Gap Kids
4/04/07
Q: You don't have to be a Sex in the City fan to get style in
a new York Minute...it's the return of the 7th avenue pant in this
store?
A: New York and Company
4/03/07
Q: The Tigers are back...Take your family out to the ballgame
in style...with the launch of On Field New Era Major League Baseball
game hats from this store?
A: Lids
4/02/07
Q: It's Spring Break without leaving Michigan, what store
would you find fragrances like Canary Island Banana, Vera Cruz
Vanilla and Rose of Morocco?
A: The Yankee Candle Company
3/30/07
Q: If you want to take an exotic vacation take a taste trip
to the tropics...with 6 new tropical dishes at what restaurant in Twelve
Oaks Mall?
A: Max & Ermas
3/29/07
Q: What store at Twelve Oaks Mall has the motto of "treat
yourself, love thy sneaker"?
A: Foot Locker
3/28/07
Q: What store at Twelve Oaks Mall has the number one way in
the world to cover your curves?
A: Victoria Secret
3/27/07
Q: Name the store in which turning 20 is fun, after all age
is just a number...what's your number?
A: Select Comfort
3/26/07
Q: There is nothing Mickey Mouse about this sale...25% off
Easter apparel at this store in Twelve Oaks Mall right now?
A: The Disney Store
3/23/07
Q: Name the two female singers who have had very successful
hits with the song "I'm every Women".
A: Chaka Khan and Whitney Houston
3/22/07
Q: What female actress directed Reese Witherspoon's first
acting role?
A: Diane Keaton
3/21/07
Q: What song did the coach for American Idol think Sanjaya
should sing that was a Peter Noon hit?
A: "I'm into something good"
3/13/07
Q: What film was William H. Macy, Don Cheadle and Heather
Graham in together?
A: Boogie Nights.
3/12/07
Q: This morning with Jim Harper and the Magic Morning Show
were discussing the difference between men and women. Mike Bradley made
the statement that he doesn't want to talk when he gets home from
work...he just wants two things... what were those 2 things?
A: A beer and a slice of cheese
3/09/07
Q: Name the film with these three stars in it: Forest
Whitaker, Robin Williams and Richard Nixon.
A: "Good Morning Vietnam"
3/08/07
Q: Last night on American Idol, Randy Jackson told Haley
Scarnato that she was missing something...what was it?
A: The YO factor
3/06/07
Q: What political candidate has Tom Arnold campaigned for?
A: Arnold Schwarzenegger
3/05/07
Q: Three years ago today, Martha Stewart was convicted of
obstruction of justice...what was the name of the stock that caused her
all the problems with insider trading?
A: Imclone
3/02/07
Q: In the movie 'Casino Royale' staring Daniel Craig, what
was the password to retrieve the money?
A: Vesper
3/01/07
Q: Who is the chairman of the Federal Reserve?
A: Ben Bernanke
2/28/07
Q: This morning Jim Harper had a list of ten things that are
taboo at the office...things that may actually hold you back from
advancement...number one...plunging necklines...what was number two?
A: Low rise pants
2/27/07
Q: What international news event brought Bob Woodruff to his
TV anchor career?
A: Tiananmen Square.
2/26/07
Q: What movie made the most money at the box office in 2006?
A: Pirates of the Carribean!
2/16/07
Q: Name four types of red wine.
A: Merlot, Cabernet Savignon, Shirazz and Sangiovese
2/15/07
Q: What size show does John Tesh wear?
A: Size 15
2/14/07
Q: What fruit is also known as the 'love apple'?
A: Tomato
2/13/07
Q: Which Peter Gabriel song was once featured as the theme
song for Wrestlemania?
A: "Big Time"
2/12/07
Q: Last night the Police opened the Grammy awards...so there
was Sting and who else...Name one of the other two guys from the group
Police?
A: Stewart Copleand or Andy Summers
2/09/07
Q: In the TV series 'Who's the Boss' Angela had a housekeeper
because she had a very demanding job...what was it?
A: Advertising executive
2/08/07
Q: How many John Grisham books have become films??
A: Eleven
2/07/07
Q: What is the name of the book that Chris Rock wrote?
A: "Rock This"
2/06/07
Q: In the movie 'Night at the Museum' Robin Williams plays
Teddy Roosevelt, what historic female figure is his character in love
with?
A: Sacagawea
2/05/07
Q: There are now three coaches that have won the Super bowl
that were former pro football players. Tony Dungy is one, name the
other two coaches.
A: Mike Ditka and Tom Flores
2/02/07
Q: Who sang the National Anthem at last years Super bowl?
A: Aretha Franklin and Aaron Neville along with Dr. John on piano and a
choir of about 150 people.
2/01/07
Q: Of all the Disney Princesses which character is based on
an actual Princess?
A: Pocahontas
1/31/07
Q: In the story of Cinderella what does her fairy godmother
turn into horses to carry her coach?
A: Mice
1/30/07
Q: Before Jody Watley became a solo artist she did a song
called "Looking for a New Love"...before that she was the lead singer
for what disco style group?
A: "Shalamar"
1/29/07
Q: Last night during the Sag Awards presenters Steve Carell
and Julia Louie Dryfuss exchanged jabs with each other...what 70's
sitcom show did Steve Carell compare to Julia Louie Dryfuss' current
show?
A: "One Day at a Time"
1/26/07
Q: This morning Jim Harper was talking about a recipe...what
was it for and where did he find it?
A: Boneless skinless chicken wings with blue cheese and her found it in
this Sunday's edition of the Twist, which will be in the Sunday Free
Press.
1/25/07
Q: Alicia Keys is best known for her singing, she had her
first acting role on what 80's sitcom?
A: "Alicia played Rudy on the sitcom "The Cosby's"
1/24/07
Q: Mischa Barton of the OC is a spokesperson for what beauty
care line?
A: Neutrogena
1/23/07
Q: What is the longest running American science fiction
series?
A: "Stargate"
1/22/07
Q: This morning Jim Harper mentioned two movies that he and
his wife watched over the weekend, one they liked one not so much...name
them both?
A: "Last Kiss" and "The Illusionist"
1/19/07
Q: Forbes List of Richest women in Entertainment came out
yesterday...name the two youngest people on the list?
A: Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen-they will be 21 in June and have been
working since they were 6 months old.
1/18/07
Q: In the movie "For the Love of the Game" in which Kevin
Costner plays a pitcher for the Detroit Tigers, how does he hurt his
hand?
A: "He is working on the cutting wood at a lathe"
1/17/07
Q: Which film has been Jim Carrey's most successful film in
terms of the box office?
A: "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"
1/16/07
Q: Who won the year that Jennifer Hudson was tossed off
American Idol?
A: Fantasia Barrino
1/15/07
Q: Name the movie where Regina King played the wife of a
football player?
A: "Jerry Maguire"
1/12/07
Q: Name a book that was written by Howard Stern and one by
Rush Limbaugh.
A: Rush Limbaugh wrote "The Way Things Ought to Be" and " I Told You So"
and Howard Stern wrote "Private Parts" and "Miss America"
1/11/07
Q: What was Jewel's first hit to chart on the Billboards?
A: "Who Will Save Your Soul"
1/10/07
Q: In the TV show "Heroes" what is the cops' superpower?
A: "He can hear other peoples thoughts"
1/08/07
Q: This morning Mike gave three examples of cheap dates for
under 20 bucks name two.
A: "Wine tasting at a local vineyard, dessert at a fancy restaurant
and the ever popular free concert"
1/05/07
Q: In the movie "The Family Stone" Diane Keaton plays the mom
of a large and kind of wild family what item does she refuse to give to
her son when he comes home for Christmas?
A: "his grandmothers engagement ring"
1/04/07
Q: In 1984 Van Halen released a LP with the big hits "Jump"
and "Panama" what was the name of that album?
A: "1984"
1/03/07
Q: What was the name of Victoria Principal's skin care line?
A: "Principal Secret"
1/02/07
Q: Tia Carrere did a little dancing for us on 'Dancing with
the Stars' but we had seen her do an outstanding Tango before in which
film?
A: "True Lies"
12/29/06
Q: When Mary Tyler Moore worked for Lou Grant at WJM TV in
Minneapolis as Mary Richardson what was her job title?
A: "Producer"
12/28/06
Q: Densel Washington played many interesting and athletic
characters but one of the most difficult was the movie in which he
couldn't move during filming...his character was bedridden...what was
the name of that film?
A: "The Bone Collector"
12/22/06
Q: How long would you cook figgy pudding?
A: Typically about 4 hours
12/21/06
Q: According to the song "It's Beginning to look a lot like
Christmas" what is the prettiest sight you'll see?
A: "the holly that will be on your own front door"
12/20/06
Q: During Hanukah children enjoy playing the game of dreidel...according
the song that goes with it...what happens when it is so tired?
A: "It drops and then I win"
12/19/06
Q: Who is the longest running real life advertising character
on TV?
A: "the Maytag repairman"
12/18/06
Q: Where did Brad Pitt and Angelina had a daughter named
Shiloh Nouvel Jolie-Pitt...where did they get the name...what is the
significance of that name?
A: "Brad came up with the name from his favorite French architect, Jean
Novel a modern minimalist architect"
12/15/06
Q: Don Johnson, although mostly known for acting has had a
few music hits too. What is the name of his most popular selling
song according to Billboards top 100?
A: "Heartbeat"
12/14/06
Q: What film is Peter Boyle in that is currently in theatres?
A: "Santa Clause 3-The Escape Clause"
12/13/06
Q: Who was the first Rock musician to be invited to the White
House?
A: "George Harrison"
12/12/06
Q: Sheila E, best known for her song "The Glamorous Life" was
the bandleader for what short lived late night talk show in the 90's?
A: "The Magic Hour starring Magic Johnson in 1998"
12/11/06
Q: What was the slogan for Peace that Jim Harper and the
Magic Morning Show came up with this morning?
A: "Food for Peace"
12/08/06
Q: Of the five Desperate Housewives which one was voted most
likely to become a solid gold dancer by her graduating class?
A: "Teri Hatcher"
12/07/06
Q: Today's Christmas Magic song of the day is Feliz Navidad,
which is Spanish for Merry Christmas...Buon Natale or Natale Alegro is
Italian...give me another way to say Merry Christmas in another
language.
A: "Mali Kalikimaka which is Hawaiian"
12/06/06
Q: In the movie Miracle on 34th street what does the little
girl, Susan ask Kris Kringle for?
A: "a home with a backyard and a swing"
12/05/06
Q: This morning Jim Harper and the Magic Morning Show talked
about a Victoria's Secret model that had a little trouble pronouncing
cities in the Midwest...name the two towns that she just could not say.
A: "Des Moines and Wichita"
12/04/06
Q: Name the two television shows in which Patricia Wettig has
had a role in during the last season of TV.
A: "Brothers and Sisters and Prison Break"
12/01/06
Q: Name the two groups that performed this morning during the
Toys for Tots broadcast at Oakland Mall.
A: "The Polish Muslims and the Choir from Shrine High"
11/30/06
Q: Elisha Cuthbert played Jack Bowers daughter in the TV
series 24 for the last two years her character was barely in the
series...why?
A: "She was mad at her TV dad Keifer Sutherland"
11/29/06
Q: Tom Sizemore attended what two Michigan colleges?
A: "Michigan State and Wayne State"
11/28/06
Q: Name the film in which Jon Stewart played a treacherous
television executive?
A: "Death to Smoochy"
11/27/06
Q: On the TV show 'The Bachelor' the bachelor will pick his
girl tonight...there are two women left, what are their jobs?
A: "Jenn is a teacher and Sadie is a publicist"
11/22/06
Q: This morning Jim Harper was talking about an item that he
bought...what was it?
A: "special winter floor mats for your make of car"
11/21/06
Q: Goldie Hans and her daughter Kate Hudson have both been
nominated for Oscars...name the only other mother-daughter actresses to
be nominated for Oscars?
A: "Judy Garland and Lisa Minelli"
11/20/06
Q: In the movie '10' why was Bo Derek's character in Mexico?
A: "she was on her honeymoon"
11/17/06
Q: In the movie 'Red Eye' Rachel McAdams slows down her
kidnapper on the place with what object?
A: "a pen"
11/16/06
Q: Luke and Laura on General Hospital are getting married
again...what was their original TV wedding date?
A: "November 16th 1981"
11/15/06
Q: Taye Diggs stars in a new TV show called 'Day Break', in
what daytime soap was Taye Diggs an actor?
A: "The Guiding Light"
11/14/06
Q: This morning Jim Harper and the Magic Morning Show
interviewed the Duchess Sarah Ferguson at the end of the interview Sarah
Ferguson wanted to stay on hold so that she could listen to the song
that Jim was about to play...what song did she want to hear?
A: " 'You're Beautiful ' James Blunt"
11/13/06
Q: Woopi Goldberg is an honorary member of what professional
sports team?
A: "Harlem Globetrotters"
11/10/06
Q: Ellen Pom, Luke Wilson and Vince Vaughn were in what film
together?
A: "Old School"
11/09/06
Q: How many Top 40 hits did the boy band 98 degrees have??
A: "8 Top 40 hits"
11/08/06
Q: Today Linda said she was doing something very
interesting...what is she doing?
A: "Linda was going to buy a little Dance outfit to wear to her
pole dance recital"
11/07/06
Q: Give me the first name of the 3 judges on Dancing with the
Stars?
A: "Len, Bruno and Carrie"
11/03/06
Q: How many Official Bond films will there be when the newest
film, 'Casino Royal' is released this year?
A: "21 films"
11/02/06
Q: In the song "I'll Be There For You", which was by the
Rembrandts but used as the Theme song for "Friends" they sing your jobs
a joke, you're broke, your love life's DOA, its like you're stuck in
what?
A: "second gear"
10/30/06
Q: In the song Monster Mash, why is Dracula mad?
A: "Dracula is mad because he wants to know what happened to his dance
'the Transylvania twist'"
10/27/06
Q: On average how many more minutes does a married person
spend at work per day than a single person?
A: "32 minutes"
10/26/06
Q: What state annually grows the most pumpkins?
A: "Illinois"
10/25/06
Q: Today Jim shared two more possible fathers of Anna Nicole
Smiths baby...who are they?
A: "One is the owner of the Bahamian home where Anna has been staying in
and second is J Howard marshall the quite elderly man she was married to
for a minute"
10/24/06
Q: What position did Coach of the Tigers, Jim Leyland play
before he became a coach?
A: "Catcher"
10/23/06
Q: On the World Series National Pregame Show on Fox what is
the female commentators name?
A: "Jenne Zalesko"
10/20/06
Q: Yesterday Jim Harper said that when Tigers player Placido
Polanco wears his ear warmers he reminds him of what creature?
A: "a worm"
10/19/06
Q: In what country did the tradition of Halloween begin?
A: "Ireland"
10/18/06
Q: According to the National Retail Federation the average
American will spend how much on Halloween this year (rounded off in
dollars)?
A: "$59.oo"
10/17/06
Q: When Eminem remarried Kim Mathers where did they get
married?
A: "Meadowbrook Hall in Rochester Hills"
10/13/06
Q: Sara Evans Cd's have been creatively marketed, not in
record stores but two different chains....what are they?
A: "Cracker Barrel and Hallmark"
10/12/06
Q: Name another act or pop artist that Kevin Federline was a
backup dancer for?
A: "Pink"
10/11/06
Q: Last night during the Tiger game with the Oakland A's what
very athletic person did the announcers compare Pudge to?
A: "Jack LaLanne"
10/10/06
Q: What instrument has Mario Lopez repeatedly played on TV?
A: "drums"
10/9/06
Q: When John O'Hurley was on 'Dancing with Stars' what was
his dance partners name?
A: "Charlotte Jorgenson"
10/6/06
Q: Michael Bolton is so passionate about this sport he
released a 'how-to' video on it...what sport?
A: "Softball"
10/5/06
Q: Last year Linda Lanci came to the party as Bozo...what was
her husband supposed to be?
A: "Tony Stewart...a NASCAR driver"
10/4/06
Q: In the song by Rascal Flats, 'What hurts the Most'...they
sing if they could do it all over again, he would trade or give
away...What?
A: "all the words, he saved in his heart"
10/3/06
Q: When Gwen Stefani of No Doubt got married instead of
giving her guests a piece of cake to take home...as we traditionally
do....she and her husband sent their guests off with this food
item...what was it?
A: "Crispy Kreme donuts"
10/2/06
Q: In 1971 the TV show Soul Train went National, In what city
did Soul Train Premiere?
A: "Chicago"
9/29/06
Q: What is September's Flower of the month?
A: "The Aster"
9/27/06
Q: What is the name of Hillary Duffs clothing line?
A: "It's Stuff by Duff"
9/26/06
Q: The 1986 Beatles version of twist and shout began hitting
the pop charts again after the song was featured in two films that year.
Name one of the films...
A: "Ferris Buellers Day Off" and "Back to School"
9/25/06
Q: In the TV show "The Fresh Prince", when Will gets to LA
and the cab picks him up, what does the license plate say?
A: "Fresh"
9/22/06
Q: In the Joan Jett son "I love rock and roll" she says "she
saw him standing there by the record machine, he smiles, so she got up
and asked him his name"...what was his name?
A: "That don't matter cause it's all the same"
9/21/06
Q: Patrick Dempsey was in a Dominick Dunne inspired movie in
which he plays a writer. What movie was that?
A: "A season in Purgatory"
9/20/06
Q: What Howard Jones song did this refrain come from?
"Oh Oh OOOOOH OH
A: "Things can only get better"
9/15/06
Q: What is the name of Ann Heche's alter ego?
A: Celestia
9/14/06
Q: What was Faith Ford's occupation on '30 Something'?
A: A Secretary for Michael and Elliott
9/13/06
Q: What is the world's highest temperature recorded in the
shade?
A: 139
9/12/06
Q: William Shatner, Benjamin Bratt & Ernie Hudson all
starred together in what movie?
A: Miss Congeniality
9/11/06
Q: What is Virginia Madsen's occupation in the film 'Firewall'?
A: Architect
9/8/06
Q: Brooke Burke used to host what travel show?
A: "Wild On"
9/7/06
Q: What country is Shannon Elizabeth's character from
in the movie 'American Pie'?
A: Czechoslovakia
9/6/06
Q: Macy Gray in what movie currently theatres?
A: Idlewild
9/5/06
Q: What TV show was cancelled on 9/5/87 after 30 years?
A: American Bandstand
9/1/06
Q: Give me one of Dr. Phil's catch phrases...
A: (Many answers!) "I'm just telling you like it is..."
8/31/06
Q: In the movie "Unfaithful" - What tips off Richard Gere that
his wife might be cheating on him?
A: She had laid out pretty nice clothes.
8/30/06
Q: What is Ben Grimm's superpower in The Fantastic Four?
A: Amazing Strength
8/29/06
Q: Rebecca DeMornay, Peter Gallagher & Chad Lowe all
starred together in what movie?
A: An Inconvenient Woman
8/28/06
Q: What type of business does Luke Perry's character run
on the show "Windfall"?
A: A Bicycle Company
8/25/06
Q: Blair Underwood had a personal relationship with which
Sex in the City co-star?
A: Cynthia Nixon (Miranda)
8/23/06
Q: Deja Vu: Jim Harper, Denna Centofanti & Fay Samona all
confessed to doing something illegal... what is it?
A: Speeding
8/17/06
Q: What happened on two the five dates Mike Bradley went on?
A: "French Fry Psycho"
Non Smoker
The Whole Family Came Along!
Too Aggressive
One date stood him up!
8/16/06
Q: What type of transportation does Steve Carell's character
use in the movie 40 Year Old Virgin?
A: A Bike
8/15/06
Q: Debra Messing, Jennifer Anniston & Hank Azaria all
starred together in what movie?
A: Along Came Polly
8/14/06
Q: Name an award that Halle Berry won for her role in
"Portraying Dorothy Dandridge"?
A: Emmy & Golden Globe
8/11/06
Q: What actor (currently on TV) once sued Hulk Hogan?
A: Richard Belzer
8/10/06
Q: Antonio Banderas, Woody Warrelson & Robert Wagner all
starred together in what movie?
A: Play It to the Bone
8/9/06
Q: On what Whitney Houston song did her Mom sing backup?
A: "How Will I Know"
8/8/06
Q: Dustin Hoffman, Bill Murray & Charles Dunning all starred
together in what movie?
A: Tootsie
8/7/06
Q: Besides "The X-Files," name another show in which David
Duchovny played his character of Fox Mulder?
A: The Simpsons
8/4/06
Q: In what film did Billy Bob Thornton play a hound dog
president?
A: Love Actually
8/3/06
Q: Preston Burke (Grey's Anatomy) was in what film with
Aaliyah?
A: Romeo Must Die
8/2/06
Q: What two TV shows was Mary Louise Parker on last year?
A: "The West Wing" & "Weeds"
8/1/06
Q: What two factors are used to determine the heat index?
A: Temperature and Dewpoint (Humidity)
