Posts tagged with 70s

What year was "Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown" released?

By Nerdy Trivia | February 14, 2025

Valentine's Day can be rough when you're a kid, but no one captures that holiday heartache quite like Charlie Brown. When did the "Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown" special first break viewers' hearts?

What do Scooby-Doo and the gang call their van?

By Nerdy Trivia | February 11, 2025

Getting news in colonial America was tricky business. No Twitter, no newspapers, just a lot of word-of-mouth and letters from England that might show up months late. When did someone finally take the risk and publish the first newspaper?

Which singer is known as the "Queen of Funk"?

By Nerdy Trivia | February 7, 2025

The 1970s funk scene exploded with iconic performers who revolutionized music with their groundbreaking sounds, fashion, and attitudes. Who became known worldwide as the "Queen of Funk"?

Who was the voice of Charlie in "Charlie's Angels"?

By Nerdy Trivia | February 6, 2025

Everyone knows about Kelly, Sabrina, and Jill taking assignments from the mysterious Charlie Townsend through that crackling speakerbox. During the show's original run, who actually voiced the unseen Charlie?

Who played Superman's father in the 1978 film?

By Nerdy Trivia | February 1, 2025

When casting Superman's biological father for "Superman" in 1978, the producers wanted someone to make audiences believe this guy could father the Man of Steel. Which legendary actor took on the role of Jor-El?

What year did Studio 54 first open its doors?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 28, 2025

While disco was taking over America, two ambitious friends spotted an opportunity to create the ultimate party spot. When exactly did Studio 54 first welcome its glamorous guests?

Who was the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 22, 2025

By the late 1970s, British politics needed fresh perspectives and new solutions to old problems. Which woman would become the first to lead from 10 Downing Street?

What was the band Queen originally called?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 21, 2025

The first incarnation of one of rock's biggest bands featured an astrophysicist, a dentist, and absolutely no Freddie Mercury. What did these future legends call themselves before becoming Queen?

Who was the first person to voice Winnie the Pooh?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 18, 2025

Disney needed someone special to voice Winnie the Pooh. Someone with that perfect mix of gentle charm and childlike wonder. Which unique voice brought the silly old bear to life?

What song spent the most weeks at number 1 in the '70s?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 18, 2025

While countless hits topped the charts in the 1970s, one tune dominated Billboard's number-one spot. Can you name the song that refused to budge from the top spot?

Which of these shows wasn't an "All in the Family" spin-off?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 16, 2025

"All in the Family" spawned an entire universe of TV shows in the 1970s. Can you spot which show never actually spun off from the Bunker household?

Which company used the slogan "You Deserve a Break Today"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 14, 2025

"You deserve a break today" became the soundtrack to kitchen cleanup and carpool lines across America. The catchy tune made everyone crave a quick meal break, but which restaurant chain convinced America we all deserved one?

What is the housekeeper's name in "The Brady Bunch"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 10, 2025

Everyone remembers the Brady family's trusty housekeeper serving up witty one-liners and endless plates of meatloaf. Can you recall the name of this beloved character who kept the Brady house in order?

What was “Alien” originally titled?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 8, 2025

"Alien" stands as one of cinema's greatest horror achievements, but this groundbreaking film almost premiered under a completely different name. What was the original title for the sci-fi masterpiece?

What was the first grand prize in "Pyramid"?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 4, 2025

Bob Stewart pitched CBS executives and "Pyramid" joined TV's cash-flinging game show titans of 1973. But just how much money would make someone yell random categories at complete strangers?