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Literal Genius | The Trivia Quiz Show

Literal Genius | The Trivia Quiz Show
Saturday Night Live
Assassin's Creed
Austin Powers
Video Games
Stranger Things
Palm Springs
Moonrise Kingdom
The Blues Brothers
Bridesmaids
Japan
Coneheads
Breaking Bad
The Blair Witch Project
Canadian Culture
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Mean Girls
The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon
Trivia Competition
Movies
Comics

Literal Genius is the trivia quiz show that the most cerebral of pop culture connoisseurs have been waiting for! Two players battle it out each episode, testing their trivia knowledge across multiple rounds, covering a wide range of categories. Only those with the sharpest intellect will emerge victorious. Subscribe and play along at home. Only then will you find out if you can truly call yourself... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes16Founded4 years ago
Categories
GamesLeisure

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Latest Episodes

Silver Screen Sketches, Record-Setting Shows, SNL Alumni on Film, The Saturday Night Live Five-Timers Club, and Genius Level Trivia!

Gaming Franchise Fixtures, All About Japan, Ninja Know-how, Assassin’s Creed Locales, and Genius Level Trivia!

National Icons, Geeky Sequels, Passing the Torch, Harrison Ford Filmography Post-1990, and Genius Level Trivia!

Famous Sidekicks, Honey, I’m Holmes!, Murder Mysteries, Sherlock Holmes Around the World, and Genius Level Trivia!

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Host

John Norton
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Literal Genius is the best!

    This is definitely my favorite trivia podcast out there! I love how each episode is themed around something specific, yet is still accessible enough for everyone to play along at home even if you’re not too familiar with that week’s topic. John is an amazing host and I look forward to every single episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tjn123
    United Statesa year ago
  • Really fun trivia show

    Literal Genius is so much fun! The questions are both fair and challenging. John has a great hosting voice and hosting skills. Definitely give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scarlette02
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Fans emphasize the thematic diversity of the trivia topics, which span various areas of popular culture and keep the content fresh.
Many appreciate the humor and personality of the host, John, enhancing the overall entertainment value.
Listeners rave about the show's engaging trivia format, noting that it is both accessible and challenging, making it perfect for playing along at home.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#112
South Africa/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

12. The Blair Witch Project
Q: What cable channel aired the Curse of the Blair Witch mockumentary?
Sci-Fi Channel
12. The Blair Witch Project
Q: Where was The Blair Witch first unveiled to audiences?
Sundance Film Festival
12. The Blair Witch Project
Q: What movie did TJ Miller star in as Hud, a character behind the camera?
Cloverfield
16. Saturday Night Live
Q: What SNL cast member holds the record for the longest tenure on the show?
The answer is Kenan Thompson.
16. Saturday Night Live
Q: Who starred in the breakout film 'Bridesmaids' as the SNL alum?
The alum is Kristen Wiig.

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This podcast features a lively trivia competition where contestants face off against each other in various rounds that cover a broad spectrum of categories, particularly emphasizing pop culture. Each episode is structured around a game show format, generating an engaging and interactive atmosphere that encourages listeners to participate alongside the competitors. The show not only tests the players' knowledge but also incorporates humor and personal anecdotes, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate a mix of fun and intellectual challenge. Unique elements include themed episodes, incorporating references from film, television, gaming, and more, which helps keep the content fresh and exciting for a diverse audience.

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Literal Genius launched 4 years ago and published 16 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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