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We’re doing time in prison this week. We’ll try to make it as palatable as possible with Orange is the New Black trivia. This prison drama was a hit with viewers, especially during the pandemic lock down.
As always, I’ve got three rounds of ten questions each.
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I’m your host, Brian Rollins and this is the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast. I see the guards are making their rounds, so let’s get started.
The Dorky Round
- What is the name of the main character who narrates the series?
a. Piper Chapman - What crime did Piper Chapman commit that led her to prison?
a. Drug Trafficking - Which character is known for her signature “Taystee” nickname?
a. Tasha Jefferson. - What is the name of the prison where the show takes place?
a. Litchfield Correctional Facility. - What type of business does Piper start while in prison?
a. A soap-making business. - What is the name of the transgender woman who becomes a central character?
a. Sophia Burset - What former Star Trek actress plays Red?
a. Kate Mulgrew - What ‘That 70s Show’ star played Alex Vause?
a. Laura Prepon - In which US state is Litchfield located?
a. New York - What was Suzanne Warren’s nickname?
a. Crazy Eyes
The Geeky Round
- Who is the author of the memoir that inspired the show?
a. Piper Kerman. Chapman is, of course, based on her. - Who is the character that becomes the head of the kitchen?
a. Red - What secret does Daya keep from her mother?
a. She is pregnant - Who plays Piper in the series?
a. Taylor Schilling - What American Pie star plays Larry Bloom?
a. Jason Biggs - What other American Pie actor played Nicky Nichols?
a. Natasha Lyonne - Who plays Sophia in the series?
a. Laverne Cox. Cox’s twin brother plays the character in pre-transition flashbacks. - What streaming service carried Orange is the New Black?
a. Netflix - What is the nickname given to CO George Mendez?
a. Pornstache - Who plays inmate Daya Diaz?
a. Dascha Polanco. Her real-life daughter plays the teenage version in flashbacks.
The Nerdy Round
- Which real-life prison is the series based on?
a. Litchfield Penitentiary. - What is Red’s real name?
a. Galina Reznikov - The guards are often called “C.O.”s. What does CO stand for?
a. Corrections Officer - During the opening credits, what do all the women shown have in common?
a. They are all former prison inmates. - In the show’s final season, what facility to Litchfield?
a. An ICE detention center - How many seasons did Orange is the New Black have?
a. Seven - In what year did Orange is the New Black debut?
a. It started in 2013 - What was the title of the first episode?
a. I Wasn’t Ready - What was the title of the final episode?
a. Here’s Where We Get Off - Which character becomes a lawyer after serving time in prison?
a. Lorna Morello.
Episode Conclusion
And that’s it for Orange is the New Black. How’d you do? We’ll have more trivia next week. Here’s a clue:
What sitcom is told in flashback by Ted to his children?
A little comedy to offset the last couple of dramas. Good luck and I’ll see you back here on Wednesday.
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