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No Brains, No Lightbulbs: A Trivia Podcast

Trivia Mafia
Trivia
Trivia Mafia
No Brains No Lightbulbs
Music
Family Road Trips
Podcasting
Australia
Fish
Baseball
Media Consumption
Trivia Night
Trampolining
Elephants
Chuck and Sean's Trivia Nights
The Beatles
The Simpsons
Pickles
Super Bowl
Space Physics
Barbecue

Trivia Mafia co-founders Chuck and Sean have lived and breathed trivia for 18+ years as the leaders of one of the biggest trivia companies in the country. Join them as they hang out with amazing writers/players and personalities from the Trivia Mafia universe and play trivia, ask random questions and generally bring a little bit of the trivia night into your earbuds.

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Latest Episodes

Let the trivia fireworks begin! Today we bring on trivia host, blueberry farmer, and perennial optimist John McConville for some rounds! Chuck starts us off with a round all about "Famous Fourths" (02:20). Then he grants John's wish for a before-and-... more

It's our first ever live show! Get ready with that big dinger cause we've upped our dinger budget and zeroed out our guest budget. The crowd is the guest and they are awesome. Chuck, Sean and Beth invite players up for some conversation and trivia ro... more

We found the one scientist who has the free time to guest on a trivia podcast on a workday. Dr. Christopher Colpitts knows a lot about plasma and he's not afraid to tell you about it. Well, maybe a little afraid, but not that afraid. Chuck gets us st... more

Claudia Holt is a fashion icon and a Trivia Mafia hero. As one of our original hosts she receives all the financial and status benefits that the title of Trivia Mafia Host Emeritus implies. Chuck gets us started with a round all about the "D" (02:22)... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Satree
Guest invited on stage for round reveal
Episode: Scant Applause for Vegetables: Trivia Live at the Bryant Lake Bowl
Bridget Cromhoud
Guest invited on stage for bowling round
Episode: Scant Applause for Vegetables: Trivia Live at the Bryant Lake Bowl
Cade Madsen
Guest invited on stage for trivia drafting and scoring
Episode: Scant Applause for Vegetables: Trivia Live at the Bryant Lake Bowl
Michael Levitt
Guest invited on stage for trivia drafting and scoring
Episode: Scant Applause for Vegetables: Trivia Live at the Bryant Lake Bowl
Jessica Bultsley
Guest invited on stage for final scoring
Episode: Scant Applause for Vegetables: Trivia Live at the Bryant Lake Bowl
Christopher Colpitts
Space physics researcher, professor at University of Minnesota; PI of IMPAX Satellite Mission
University of Minnesota
Episode: 3-2-1 Balzac: Trivia with a Space Scientist
Claudia Holt
Tax professional, award-winning jug band singer, arts facilitator, Guinness World Record holder, Trivia Mafia Host Emeritus
Trivia Mafia
Episode: Ride in My Baja Cutlass: Trivia with a Trivia Host Emeritus
Tony Abbott
Writer/Host at Trivia Mafia, notable guest
Trivia Mafia
Episode: I'll Take the Basement and the Ribs: Trivia with a Tony
Emily Olson
Trivia Mafia's longest tenured Emily, trivia host
Trivia Mafia
Episode: Hit that Curl Surf Buds: Trivia with a Spunky Munky

Hosts

Chuck T. Hark
Co-founder of Trivia Mafia; long-time trivia pro with extensive involvement in running trivia events and media projects.
Sean McPherson
Co-founder of Trivia Mafia; noted as lead host with strong background in radio and media; central to show's dynamic pairing.
Chuck Terhark
Co-founder; co-host and producer persona within Trivia Mafia; contributes as a frequent guest and player.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • GOAT

    Greatest Twin Cities trivia podcast ever made. There is no debate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lecollye
    United Statesa month ago
  • love it when sean talks

    not normally a rate-and-reviewer, but happy to make an apple podcast nickname in support of Beth’s work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amilliontomatoes
    United States2 months ago
  • Love it

    I love Trivia, and I just love this podcast. I don’t even live anywhere close to Minneapolis, I’ve never played trivia mafia, but listening to these guys talk is like hanging out with old friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mctrus
    United States3 months ago
  • Tough and fun

    Great questions and fun to follow along trying to answer. Not just giving 5 stars because I got my first homework question either ;). Keep it up boys and Beth

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    em456219
    United States4 months ago
  • Is this podcast for bros?

    This is great, like playing trivia with your pals at the bar, but in your ears.

    Love that questions are tough but also not too tough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boglinz
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners enjoy the guest mix and the host chemistry; production quality is consistently solid.
Questions are fun and challenging without being overwhelming.
Great energy and banter between the hosts; feels like hanging out with friends who love trivia.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#215
United States/Leisure/Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ride in My Baja Cutlass: Trivia with a Trivia Host Emeritus
Q: Who were the two US presidents with middle names beginning with D?
Dwight D. Eisenhower and Chester A. Arthur (via Dwight D. Eisenhower and Chester D. Arthur as discussed); the host confirms the names with Claudia.
I'll Take the Basement and the Ribs: Trivia with a Tony
Q: Trivia in Reverse, how does the format work?
Three players take turns, asking yes/no questions or answering to identify a mystery person, place, or thing; wrong answers give others a chance to guess.
Did He Die in a Stupid Way? Trivia with a Comics Nerd
Q: Which two companies were connected to the Strait of Gibraltar, i.e., the bodies of water it connects?
The Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.
Did He Die in a Stupid Way? Trivia with a Comics Nerd
Q: What is the name of the venue hosting the live podcast recording?
Bryant Lake Bowl Theater in Minneapolis.
The Burgers of Music: Trivia with a Music Writer
Q: What was your early experience with City Pages when you first started writing about music?
Keith explains being part of a cohort that moved from City Pages to Racket after the former was shut down, and how that transition shaped his career and the local music scene.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on lighthearted trivia banter between two long-time Trivia Mafia co-founders who run a company focused on trivia nights and content. Episodes mix playful banter, pop culture trivia, and guest rounds with a rotating cast of guests ranging from fellow trivia players to writers, performers, and educators. Notable strengths include high-energy hosts, broad-ranging topics (from literature and film to music and food), and a penchant for quirky segments and personal anecdotes that keep the format fresh. It likely appeals to trivia enthusiasts and listeners who enjoy bar-talk banter, pop culture deep-dives, and accessible yet challenging trivia rounds. A standout element is the consistent emphasis on community and live-trivia cult... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Nick Satree
2. Bridget Cromhoud
3. Cade Madsen
4. Michael Levitt
5. Jessica Bultsley
6. Christopher Colpitts
7. Claudia Holt
8. Tony Abbott

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