Nerdy Trivia: November 7, 2024

Last updated: November 7, 2024

Nerdy Trivia: November 7, 2024

Happy National Hug a Bear Day!

Whoever created this holiday should have probably clarified that they meant a teddy bear and not a grizzly bear (I hope). But if you find yourself in Yellowstone National Park, remember to try to make yourself look bigger to scare a bear away, and if you DO try to hug one, don't be surprised if you hear the park ranger murmuring about "criminal stupidity" and "natural selection." Yes, bears have such soft fur but such... sharp... everything else!

Morning Trivia: Who was the first host of "Wheel of Fortune?"

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As Ryan Seacrest takes the helm for Season 42 of "Wheel of Fortune," he's stepping into some legendary shoes. Pat Sajak's retirement after four decades marked the end of an era that defined game show history. But before Ryan, before Pat's 40-year reign, there was another host who first asked contestants if they'd like to buy a vowel. So who originally stood by that famous wheel back in 1975?

Guess The Host

🎂 Celebrity Birthdays for November 7, 2024

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  • Joni Mitchell (1943)
  • Christopher Knight (1957)
  • Tommy Thayer (1960)
  • Adam DeVine (1983)
  • Lorde (1996)

Morning XP Boost

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