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Episode Introduction
Yes. Who are you going to call?
Hey team, I’m Brian Rollins and this is the Dorky Geeky Nerdy Trivia Podcast.
We’re closing out October and Halloween with the beloved comedy classic, Ghostbusters. Thirty Dorky, Geeky, and Nerdy questions to enjoy by yourself or with your friends at a Halloween party.
If you need rules, check out dorkygeekynerdy.com/rules for some.
Grab your proton pack and let’s hit the road.
The Dorky Round
1. Which TV series had its principals dress up as the Ghostbusters in 2017?
2. What was the title of the cartoon spin-off in the 1980's?
3. What agency did Walter Peck work for?
4. What rapper had a cameo in Ghostbusters II?
5. What form does Gozer take in the final battle?
6. In what year did Ghostbusters premier?
7. Who directed the 2016 reboot?
8. Who directed the first two Ghostbusters movies?
9. What landmark did the Ghostbusters 'drive' at the end of Ghostbusters II?
10. Two of the original Ghostbusters and three from the reboot are alumni of what comedy show?
The Geeky Round
1. What artist sued Ray Parker Jr. for plagiarism over the first film's theme song?
2. What flavor of Hi-C was produced for years, long after the popularity of the movie had faded?
3. What kind of vehicle was the Ecto-2?
4. What are Egon Spengler's hobbies?
5. What was Dana's occupation in the first movie?
6. What cultist decided that society was 'Too sick to survive'?
7. At the start of the movie, the team works for what academic institution?
8. Venkman is paraphrasing what ancient leader when he says, 'We came, we saw, we kicked its ass!'?
9. The 2016 reboot was renamed what in the home release?
10. Who is attached to direct a 2020 Ghostbusters movie?
The Nerdy Round
1. What comedian did Dan Ackroyd have in mind for Peter Venkman?
2. What actor was originally intended to play Winston Zeddemore?
3. What actor was originally intended to play Louis Tully?
4. Which Ghostbuster did not appear in the first draft of the script?
5. What was the year, make, and model of the Ecto-1?
6. What was the address of Dana and Louis' building (AKA Spook Central)?
7. Who composed the Ghostbusters score?
8. What building stood in for Ghostbusters headquarters?
9. What was the name of Dana's son?
10. While portrayed on film by Wilhelm Von Homburg, who provided the voice of Viggo the Carpathian?
Episode Conclusion
And we’re back to the firehouse for a long rest, a twinkie, and Ecto Cooler. How did you do? If you need help or just want more Ghostbusters goodness, check out our book of the week: Tobin’s Spirit Guide.
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It helps keep us going every week. Speaking of which, here’s your clue for next week:
“What ended on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918?”
A good, solid history episode next week, so be sure to tune in.
I’m your host, Brian Rollins. Thanks for listening.
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