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185 | Indiana Trivia

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We’ve got a new episode this week and it’s all about Indiana Trivia. Hoosiers are you ready for thirty questions about your state? And those of you from outside Indiana, how well do you know the state’s history, geography, and its place in pop culture? Well, it’s time to find out.

When you’re done with Indiana Trivia, please take a moment to recommend us to a friend. You know you’ve got fellow trivia nuts in your life, so why not share the fun? We’ll be back again next week with another episode. Here’s a clue:

What state is named after the second longest river in North America?

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Episode Intro

Ready to dive into even more trivia this week? Well, let’s go.

Hey gang, this is episode 185 of the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast. I’m your host, Brian Rollins and this week we’re all about Indiana Trivia. Lots of famous people from the state along with interesting history and geography. We’ll explore all that in three rounds of ten questions each.

If you’re new to the show, welcome. You can find out more about the show at DorkyGeekyNerdy.com.

While you’re there, you can drop me a note, just like listeners Ashli and Steve. Ashli and Steve are new parents that listen to the show during early hour feedings with their little bundle, Ginny. So hey guys, thanks for dropping me a note.

If you haven’t yet, be sure to say hi on the website and let me know how you listen to the show.

With that said, let’s get into the show.

The Dorky Round

What is the capital of Indiana?
Indianapolis
What former Governor of Indiana did not evacuate the US Capital on January 6, 2021, despite the mob calling for his hanging?
Mike Pence who was, at the time, the Vice President.
What actor from Indiana starred in movies like Encino Man, The Mummy, Blast from the Past, and George of the Jungle?
Brendan Fraser
From Lafayette, IN, who has been the lead singer of Guns N Roses since 1985?
Axel Rose
Indiana sits in what two time zones?
Most of the state is in the Eastern Time Zone and the rest is in the Central Time Zone.
What automobile race began in 1911 and takes place in Speedway, Indiana?
The Indy 500
What town did Harold Hill say he was from in the show, The Music Man?
He even had a song about it, Gary, Indiana
If you remember the Ohio episode, that will help you with this one. Which of the two Wright brothers was born in Indiana?
Wilbur Wright. He was the first born of the pair, but died at the age of 45.
Born in Brazil, IN, what union leader and mafia boss went missing in 1975 and was declared dead in 1982?
Jimmy Hoffa
Born in Henryville, IN, Harland Sanders would go on to create what fast food restaurant with a different state’s name?
Kentucky Fried Chicken known today as KFC

The Geeky Round

What singer, from Gary, IN, is the most awarded individual music artist in history?
Michael Jackson
Born in Indiana, who holds the record for longest-serving late night talk show host in American television history?
David Letterman. Between the Late Show and Late Night, he hosted over 6000 episodes.
Who wrote the science fiction anti-war novel, Slaughterhouse-Five?
Kurt Vonnegut
What school in Indiana is home to the Fighting Irish?
The University of Notre Dame
Speaking of Notre Dame, what 1993 movie takes place at the school and starred Sean Astin as the title character?
Rudy
Set in Greenleaf, IN, what 1997 comedy featured a 12-second kiss between Kevin Kline and Tom Selleck?
In & Out
Which state borders Indiana to the South? Hint, we covered it 5 episodes ago.
Kentucky
Before he was the 16th president, who lived in Indiana from 1816 to 1830?
Abraham Lincoln
Which NBA team calls Indiana home?
The Indiana Pacers
What gunfighter, born in Greens Fork, IN, tussled with Doc Holiday in Tombstone and is suspected of playing a part in the murder of Wyatt Earp’s brother, Morgan?
Johnny Ringo

The Nerdy Round

What actor from Marion, IN, died in a car crash on September 30, 1955?
James Dean
What Secretary of Transportation was born in and was mayor of South Bend, IN?
Pete Buttegieg
What 1986 movie, starring Gene Hackman, gets its title from the nickname for people from Indiana?
Hoosiers
What 1983 holiday movie is set in Hohman, Indiana?
A Christmas Story
What is the second largest city in Indiana, after Indianapolis?
Fort Wayne, IN
Which Great Lake borders Indiana?
Lake Michigan
How many stars are on the Indiana state flag?
Nineteen. Because it’s the 19th state to be admitted into the union.
What town was the Indiana state capital from 1816 to 1825?
Corydon
Prior to moving to Indianapolis in 1984, the Colts football team was in what city?
Baltimore
The first professional game of what sport was played in Fort Wayne in 1871?
Baseball

Episode Conclusion

And we’re done with our show this week. Hopefully, little Ginny’s full and fast asleep. For those of you still with me, here are some bonus facts about Indiana:

As I mentioned earlier, it’s the 19th state, joining the union in 1816
It’s the 38th largest state by landmass, but 17th in population.
The name, not surprisingly, means The Land of Indians.
What isn’t clearly understood is the name for someone from Indiana, a Hoosier. No one can come up with an origin for the peculiar demonym.

That’s it for Indiana. Did I miss anything? Let me know at DorkyGeekyNerdy.com. We’ll be back here next week with another show. Here’s a clue to hold you over:

What state is named after the second longest river in North America?

You’ve got this one, right? I think so. Come back next Wednesday to make sure, though.

I also have a little bit of business. Some of you may have gotten a mess of duplicate episodes last week during the Hawaii episode. There were some technical goofs with the website so I had to send all our traffic to the backup feed which is hosted by Anchor. It worked, but folks got both copies of all the old episodes. Fear not, they’re merely duplicates. There’s nothing new in those copies. Just mark them as listened to and move on.

The issues have been corrected on DorkyGeekyNerdy.com, but I’m keeping everything pointed at Anchor for the time being. I’ve been meaning to make the cut over, I’d just hoped to have some warning and planning. Oh well. Anchor loads faster and it gives me much better statistics.

To those of you who were confused, my apologies. To those of you that have no idea what I’m talking about…just move along. These aren’t the droids you’re looking for.

This has been episode 185 of the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast. The theme music is from Jason Shaw at Audionautix.com. I’m your host, Brian Rollins. You can find me at TheVoicesInMyHead.com.

Thanks for listening and goodnight Ginny. Let your parents get some sleep.