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Generally Trivial: Current events, pop culture, sports, and odd news every fortnight.

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Every two weeks we take a look at current events. Funny crime stories, interesting science finds, movies, sports. We hope you'll join us in the conversation and have a few laughs.
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Episodes

Roundtablers - Ep 45 - Jun 30 2017

This week Jeff welcomes in Ray Ortega of The Podcaster's Roundtable , Podcaster's Studio , and RayOrtega.com . Ray is a podcasting expert that has helped tons of people get their own show started. We take some odd news and run it by Ray to see if it would work as its own podcast. We also take a look at some interesting stories in Did You Hear? Finally, we find out the guys' oddest possessions in Quick Hits....

Jun 30, 201733 min

Triviality - Ep 44 - Jun 16 2017

This week Jeff is joined by the guys from the Triviality podcast . They're a fun new trivia show that you should check out. He runs Neal and Ken through the Generally Trivial style of trivia, going through hilarious bits of real news and seeing how well they know their stuff. GenerallyTrivial.net Thanks for listening!

Jun 16, 201741 min

Orcas are Jerks! - Ep 43 - Jun 2 2017

Beautiful jerks are still jerks. And sometimes you need a helping hand to save you from those jerks. Explore the open waters with Jordan, Shawn, and Jeff as they find out who the ocean's superheroes really are, why Google may have more going on than we thought, and another one of the ocean's jerks finding its way into a place it doesn't belong. The guys do Fill in the Blank, Did You Hear?, and Quick Hits! Thanks for listening! Generally Trivial Site...

Jun 02, 201730 min

Life, the Universe, and Everything - Ep 42 - May 19 2017

Sometimes the answer you're looking for isn't really the answer you're wanting to hear. Come along with Jeff, Jordan, Kristi, and Amber as they find out the answer to what's new in unusual current events. The crew takes a turn at deciding which current events are most fitting for the show on Weird Headline Scale. The crew takes a turn at deciding which current events are most fitting for the show on Weird Headline Scale, dive deep into Did You Hear?, and finish with Quick Hits. Generally Trivial...

May 20, 201730 min

Over the Hill - Ep 41 - May 5th 2017

It's Cinco de Mayo! And we're here with our biggest cast ever to celebrate. Join Jeff, Amber, Jordan, Shawn, and Oliver as they find out what's making its way into your milk carton soon, a what a judge wears under her robes, and whether or not you really run faster with a knife. Amber and Shawn vs. Jordan and Oliver in a game of Higher or Lower. Generally Trivial Thanks for listening!

May 06, 201740 min

Take That for Data - Ep 40 - Apr 22 2017

A collection of outtakes and funny moments from the past year of recording. We recognize one of our iTunes reviews and send out a logo sticker. Thanks for listening! Generally Trivial

Apr 23, 201715 min

The Jury is in! - Ep 39 - Apr 7 2017

The charges have been filed and the time for deliberation is over. Join Shawn, Jordan, and Jeff as they make the hard calls on some odd news trials and stay for the hilarity. Take it to the Jury. Did You Hear? Fill in the Blank. Thanks for listening! Generally Trivial

Apr 08, 201746 min

Marching On - Ep 38 - Mar 24 2017

The madness is spreading. This week Amber and Jeff dive into social media for businesses and the hilarious ways they get it right.. or wrong. Would you give mouth to snout to your dog? For twenty minutes? We also play Fill in the Blank. Thanks for listening! Generally Trivial

Mar 25, 201718 min

The Ceiling is the Roof - Ep 37 - Mar 10 2017

The sky is the limit and the ceiling is the roof. We're back after a short break! Jeff and Jordan are ready to tackle some burning topics like the tastiest way to get married, why sometimes your morning routine isn't a good thing, and why a man in Russia is using 3D printing to start the apocalypse. Higher or Lower, Did You Hear?, and Fill in the Blank. Check out the Website .

Mar 10, 201729 min

All is Fair in Love and Football - Ep 36 - Feb 10 2017

Want some Valentine's Day date movie ideas? Oliver, Jordan, and Jeff compete in a draft to see who can make the best list. Ever use a dating service? Is the old method of using similar hobbies not working? We'll tell you about a service that connects people based on stuff they hate. Plus, we talk Super Bowl and some Valentine's Day dates from years past. Thanks for listening! Generally Trivial

Feb 12, 201742 min

Losing Our Marbles - Ep 35 - Jan 24 2017

We're back but we've lost our marbles. Take a ride with us as we find out what it is cows are being fed, what Australians should do for their country, and what we think of The Last Jedi. The guys explore interesting current events in Did You Hear, do a little Up? or Down?, and do a Star Wars character fantasy draft. Check us out at our website . Thanks for listening!

Jan 25, 201741 min

Mandela in Effect - Ep 34 - Jan 13 2017

Back and more reliable than your memory about childhood stories about bears, it's episode 34! Jordan, Oliver, and Jeff are here to talk Mandela Effect, give some valuable advice to some people in the news who need it, and follow up on our New Year's Resolutions. Listen up! There's an interview with an expert on all things conspiracy and Mandela Effect from the Those Conspiracy Guys podcast over at their website. Please go check them out and give them a listen. Thanks for listening!...

Jan 15, 201753 min

2016 Year in Review - Ep 33 - Dec 31 2016

We at Generally Trivial are hoping you have a fun and safe holiday weekend. And what safer way to have fun than listening to a podcast? Let us know what you thought of 2016 on Facebook or by calling the Pod Line at 415-763-5463. And please make a resolution to leave a review on iTunes. Thanks for listening!

Dec 31, 201614 min

2016 Year End Quiz - Ep 32 - Dec 16th 2016

2016 has been a really weird year. Come with us as we explore just how weird it's been through a current events quiz over the entire year of 2016. Chris, Jordan, and Shawn compete and Jeff leads them through it. Thanks for listening!

Dec 18, 201636 min

Just for Kicks - Ep 31 - Dec 4th 2016

Shawn, Jordan, Chris, and Jeff are here to fire off the Hot Take Cannon, answer in some Quixk Hits and debate which land animal they'd rather fight. Thsbkd for listening!

Dec 06, 201625 min

Be Thankful! - Ep 30 - Nov 18th 2016

Jordan, Jeff are back and Amber adds a feminine voice to duke it out in a Thanksgiving food fantasy draft, take shots with the Hot Take Cannon, and give rapid-fire responses in Quick Hits. We want your best haiku about the year 2016, email us at generallytrivial@gmail.com or call us on the Pod Line! Thanks for listening!

Nov 20, 201646 min

Holy Cow! - Ep 29 - Nov 5th 2016

Hooooly Cow! The Cubs have finally won the world series. Brian, Deli, Jordan, and Jeff take a look at that and compete in a quiz about the last time they won it all. Jordan brings us a new 'Up or Down?', we find out what not to do in an operating room, and what squirrels really love. Thanks for listening!

Nov 06, 201657 min

Clown Question, Bro - Ep 28 - Oct 7th 2016

It's October and it's time to get spooky. This week Ryan, Jeff, and Shawn talk about our nation's clown problem, a new way to eat popcorn, and a candle with a smell that hipsters would love. It's also fall and new tv shows are hitting the airwaves. The guys complete a fantasy draft of tv shows, creating their own network. Tell us on Facebook who had the best network. Like the show and want a way to support us that also helps you? Check out our Shirts . Thanks for listening....

Oct 08, 201644 min

What if I Told You? - Ep 27 - September 23rd 2016

Jeff and Jordan play the two man game this episode. We learn that maybe your zodiac sign isn't what you thought it was. And that not everyone in your family is excited for those Facebook pictures you post. A tortoise provides us an example of heroic effort. Plus we debut Red Pill/Blue Pill and hope you'll tell us which pill you'd take on Facebook . Or you can check us out at our website, Generally Trivial . Thanks for listening!...

Sep 24, 201630 min

Seasons Change - Ep 26 - September 9th 2016

We're celebrating a year! Thanks for being with us! We bust out the brand new Candy Scale and find out how far people are willing to go. Russia and Norway are signaling the end of the world. Florida Man is at it again. And is Skynet already active? Thanks for listening!

Sep 13, 201640 min

Lochte Tight Alibi - Ep 25 - August 25th 2016

The Olympics may be over, but that doesn't mean that we're not going for the gold. Join Shawn, Jordan, and Jeff as they tackle whether a dog should be mayor, a bingo hall that has something else going on, and why a man in India had stomach troubles, and a whole lot more. The guys give Ryan Lochte some great alibis for the next time he finds himself in hot water. There's another edition of Up? or Down? and they run through Quick Hits. Thanks for listening!

Aug 26, 201638 min

Haikupalooza - Ep 24 - August 12th 2016

Why did a man have two obituaries? The biggest version of Haiku Review yet. Shawn takes us into the world of GenCon. Bill updates us on tech and No Man's Sky. Thanks for listening!

Aug 13, 201622 min

Her Name is Rio - Ep 23 - July 29th 2016

Ever saw someone get pooped on by a robotic bird? Who would win in a fight between Predator and Kevin from Home Alone. Why did a man get arrested for donuts? Find out in our episode this week. Deli, Shawn, and Jeff give you the goods. We do Rushmores on summer Olympics games and end with Quick Hits on current events. We're now on youtube! GenerallyTrivial.net Thanks for listening!

Jul 30, 201632 min

Pokemon GO Home - Ep 22 - July 15th 2016

It's time to catch them all. Join Jeff, Jordan, and Oliver as they talk Pokemon, a real life Batman, a special sale on coffee in Virginia, and a drive thru encounter gone wrong. Play the quiz along with us! We're at GenerallyTrivial.net Thanks for listening!

Jul 16, 201640 min

Let Me Axe You Something - Ep 20 - June 17th 2016

Ever wanted to more from your bar than just drinks and pool? We tell you about a dangerous new addition. It's Oliver, Shawn, Jeff, and Ryan this week. Rushmores on favorite restaurants. A tattoo artist with an interesting way of getting his work done. A gravedigging competition. Why is everyone doing anything athletic getting hurt around Shawn? And much more. Thanks for listening!

Jun 19, 201646 min

Laugh it up, Fuzzball - Ep 19 - June 3rd 2016

The whole crew is back and with more laughs than that lady in the Chewbacca mask! The guys tackle what your cat is really thinking and whether or not you'd lick it if you were given the chance. Jordan, Shawn, Ryan and Jeff are all here to weigh in on some current events in Up or Down. Ryan tells us who's Winning the Internet. Chewbacca Mom or another contender? We also introduce the Hashtag Game and find out about an impressive runner and a running back who's had better days. Thanks for listenin...

Jun 04, 201651 min

See You Later, Dad! Bison - Ep 18 - May 20th 2016

Welcome back! This week Oliver joins Jeff and Jordan to discuss the lighter side of current events. Bisons are more in the news than they've likely ever been. And we know where to get one as a pet. Do ads on NBA jerseys make sense? How good of warriors are those renaissance fair guys anyway? Join in on the conversation with us at generallytrivial.net. Thanks for listening!

May 27, 201627 min

Blips and Bloops - Ep 17 - 5/6/16

It's a break week for the guys but that doesn't mean we're not hitting you with an episode. This is a collection of funny moments and bloopers from the past. At the end, Jeff covers a couple quick quirky news bites. Thanks for listening!

May 07, 201612 min

Don't Ripa My Heart Out - Ep 16 - 4/23/16

Jordan is leaving us for a better gig. But we're still showing up to work. Jordan, Jeff, and Shawn take a spin at current events this episode. Battling bulldozers, crying cohosts, and a Tremendous Tubman. We talk sports, entertainment, weird news, and a dash of good news to brighten your day. Thanks for listening!

Apr 23, 201636 min
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