Posts tagged with Pop Culture

How many times has a Grammy been taken away?

By Nerdy Trivia | February 3, 2025

The Recording Academy actually has the power to take away a Grammy if a situation warrants it, and it's done so before. How many times has an award been revoked?

What cause was the focus of Live Aid's fundraising efforts?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 31, 2025

The summer of 1985 saw the biggest concert event ever attempted, with simultaneous shows in London and Philadelphia drawing astronomical viewership. What humanitarian crisis inspired Live Aid's massive fundraising effort?

What year did NBC launch its "Must See TV" block?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 31, 2025

NBC labeled their Thursday night "Must See TV" to let fans and competitors alike know that it was at the top of the game. What year did NBC start using the phrase to describe its iconic programming block?

Universal Fan Fest Nights Brings Comic-Con Vibes to Hollywood Backlot

By Classic Nerd | January 29, 2025

Universal Studios Hollywood launches after-hours fan event featuring Star Trek, D&D, anime experiences, and exclusive access to movie sets.

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 directed Apple's famous "1984" commercial?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 24, 2025

Apple's groundbreaking "1984" Super Bowl commercial transformed advertising forever with its cinematic vision and dystopian nightmare feel. Who directed this game-changing advertisement?

What year did Popeye the Sailor debut?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 17, 2025

Popeye the Sailor was supposed to be a minor character when he showed up in "Thimble Theatre," but global stardom would soon follow. When did this unlikely hero make his first appearance?

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?

Who won Record of the Year at the 1990 Grammy Awards?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 11, 2025

Behind the glitz and glamour of the 1990 Grammy Awards, an unprecedented controversy was brewing. Which hit song took home the coveted Record of the Year trophy that fateful night?

What year was Ice Hockey's "Miracle on Ice" game?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 10, 2025

As the buzzer rang, Al Michaels yelled, "Do you believe in miracles?" What year was the legendary ice hockey game between Americans and Russians, known as the "Miracle on Ice"?

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 color were Dorothy’s ruby slippers originally in “The Wizard of Oz” books?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 10, 2025

Everyone knows the dazzling ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz." Nearly 90 years later, it's practically a celebrity in its own right. But ruby isn't what author L. Frank Baum had in mind. What color were the slippers that carried Dorothy home in the original book?

Which show was the first to show a toilet on TV?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 5, 2025

Barbie has been everything from an astronaut to a zoologist, but one particular version sparked such a craze that it sold over 10 million units worldwide. Which special edition Barbie reigns supreme as the all-time bestseller?

What is the best-selling Barbie doll?

By Nerdy Trivia | January 3, 2025

What year did Adam Sandler first perform "The Chanukah Song"?

By Nerdy Trivia | December 25, 2024

Jewish kids in the 90s had zero holiday songs to call their own until SNL's resident goofball, Adam Sandler, grabbed a guitar and decided to fix that.