Friends of the show Andrew Brown and Max Meiners return for this special game. Andrew hosts a two on two match-up, where Max and Ken take on Neal and Jeff. Matt has been drinking for four, Neal shares how he was a precocious child, and Ken discusses some presidential prose. Find out who will come out on top! Patreon Support: The Cream of the Crop Like Movie Discussions? Check out our sister podcast MOVIEALITY Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us o...
Apr 03, 2018•58 min•Ep 112•Transcript available on Metacast It’s a horror movie bonus with the podcast Freaky Franchise. Ken, Matt, and Jeff plan to lean heavily on Neal, as they try and answer great questions from Theo and Cordie. Ken tries to answer a question to redeem himself, Matt has a clutch answer, and Jeff doesn’t even know what he is doing in the studio. Freaky Franchise Patreon Support: The Cream of the Crop Like Movie Discussions? Check out our sister podcast MOVIEALITY © Pain Don’t Hurt – 2018 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
Mar 28, 2018•36 min•Ep 111•Transcript available on Metacast Friend of the show Dan Lundberg returns for a Matt hosted Game of Death. Matt gives some prudent advice about using the internet, Neal knows something about a question (which isn’t the answer), Ken’s alter-ego makes an appearance, and Dan introduces the newest show segment. Does Dan have what it takes to be the first to take down team Triviality? Patreon Support: The Cream of the Crop Like Movie Discussions? Check out our sister podcast MOVIEALITY *Thank you listener John Janssen for pointing ou...
Mar 27, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep 110•Transcript available on Metacast Matt hosts the first battle of the bands episode, featuring the bands Turnspit and TurboVamps. Gillian (Turnspit) teams up with Neal and Stephen (TurboVamps) makes a team with Ken. Ken gets unlikely question, Gillian knows a lot about whales, Jeff has the wrong twin, and Neal tries to show off his music street cred. Matt awards points a team points, but feels ashamed, Stephen has something he doesn’t plan to tell anyone, and everyone takes a stab at one of Neal’s favorite impressions. *We apolog...
Mar 20, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep 109•Transcript available on Metacast Friend of the show and Intercontinental Champion, David Rafetto guest hosts this very special 2 on 2 episode. Don’t call it a rematch, as Jeff and Neal defend their prior week’s victory from Ken and Matt. Neal know’s his stars, Jeff doesn’t need a clue, Matt plugs our first (un)official sponsor, and Ken is thankful to squirrels. Can Ken and Matt steal the belt off of Neal and Jeff? Patreon Support: The Cream of the Crop Like Movie Discussions? Check out our sister podcast MOVIEALITY Please RATE,...
Mar 13, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep 108•Transcript available on Metacast Cruiserweight Champion, Joe Nguyen hosts this 2 on 2 episode. Ken and Matt square off against Neal and Jeff. Matt is a self-professed connoisseur of garbage, Jeff is upset when other people know answers to questions, Ken strikes a deal with Matt, and Neal is pretty sick. Which tag team will rise to the top? Patreon Support: The Cream of the Crop Joe Nguyen: http://nyctrivialeague.com/ @joenguyen90 Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us on social med...
Mar 06, 2018•58 min•Ep 107•Transcript available on Metacast Neal hosts this 1 v 1 featuring Matt and Jeff. Neal and Jeff find themselves in the back of a car, returning from Triviality’s recent trip to Boston while Matt joins the team from the comfort of his own bed. Jeff knows an above average amount about the Spice Girls, Matt takes a strong stance on a certain alcohol, and Neal can’t help but reference the same movie. Will a knackered Jeff be able to take down a well rested Matt? Patreon Support: David Livasy Paula Forrest Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kat...
Feb 27, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Ep 106•Transcript available on Metacast In a Triviality first, Ken and Neal face off in a live 1 on 1 from Boston. A new game mechanic, the “hot tag” is introduced. Neal shares a cherished story from his youth, Ken knows that you only really need to care about one sport, and even Jeff gets asked a question. Thank you to all of you who were able to attend our first live recording! Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Sam Carr Paula Forrest Scott Barber Please RATE, REVIEW, a...
Feb 20, 2018•52 min•Ep 105•Transcript available on Metacast Neal welcomes United States Champion, Sam Carr, to the pagoda for another Game of Death. In a Hollywood heavy game, Sam is surprised about the movies for which Natalie Portman has won an Oscar and Matt is shocked that Tom Cruise is not 6’ 4”. Ken explodes over a question and Jeff gets cast in a horror movie. Will the pagoda prove too tough to climb for Sam? Royce Drabwin Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Sam Carr Paula Forrest Scot...
Feb 13, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep 104•Transcript available on Metacast It’s a Triviality team challenge hosted by Intercontinental Champion David Livasy. In preparation for Geek Bowl, team Triviality plays a game against... no one? Matt carrives the stress in his shoulders, Jeff gets embarrassed about Neal’s film choices, Ken knows a safe bet when he hears it, and Neal plants kernels. Do you have what it takes to beat team Triviality and become this week’s Cream of the Crop? Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bo...
Feb 06, 2018•57 min•Ep 103•Transcript available on Metacast Matt hosts this 2 v 2 match with a team of Ken and Neal squaring off against team Jess(i)e. Matt admonishes Ken and Neal’s geography skills, team Jess(i)e monkeys around, Neal shows that he is a true *NSync fanboy, and Ken feels powerful when doing laundry. Which team will rise to the top? Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Sam Carr Paula Forrest Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us o...
Jan 30, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep 102•Transcript available on Metacast Ken hosts his second Game of Death, featuring friend of the show, Rich Flegal. Matt trusts the Gorton’s fisherman, Ken offers to train Matt for the octagon, Neal’s just happy he got a movie question right, and Jeff is in need of a limitless pill. Can Rich put the kibosh on team triviality and become the Kareem of the crop? Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Sam Carr Paula Forrest Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your ...
Jan 23, 2018•58 min•Ep 101•Transcript available on Metacast It's another 3-for-all hosted by Neal with special listener submitted questions from Matt Hiller, Matt Coleman, Sam Carr, Dave Maslowski, John Berry & Full Second Round from Tim Evans (Facebook.com/QuizMercenary). The contestants try their hands at wordplay, evoke memories of the film "Moneyball", and Ken get's extra salty during the swing-round. Look out for a record setting amount of bleeps in this one! Worst. Swing-round. Ever. *Swing Round Correction: Vicki Gunvalson works insurance, not rea...
Jan 16, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep 100•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff hosts this tag team matchup which pits guests Ryan and Justeen of team ChoSteen vs Team Triviality (Matt and Neal). Matt rants about dog names, Neal gets his favorite swing round category to date, and Ken voices displeasure with Neal’s decision to offer the chewiest food available to the podcast guests. Will team ChoSteen steal the belt ofrom team Triviality? Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Sam Carr Paula Forrest Please RATE...
Jan 09, 2018•56 min•Ep 99•Transcript available on Metacast Matt hosts this one on one match featuring Neal and Jeff. Jeff tries to impress with some deep nerd knowledge, Neal teases some personal trivia, and Matt shows some love for one his favorite TV shows, the O.C. Will Jeff have what it takes to break Neal’s hot streak? Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Sam Carr Paula Forrest Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us on social media, and supp...
Jan 02, 2018•1 hr•Ep 98•Transcript available on Metacast Santa came just in the nick of time to deliver a Christmas themed game, hosted by Matt. Ken, Neal and, Jeff compete to become the Cream of Santa’s Workshop. The group discusses whether or not Die Hard is a Christmas movie, Neal gets in the giving spirit of the holiday, and Ken admits one of his great Christmas shames. Who will get the most sought after gift of all, a Triviality win? Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Please RATE, RE...
Dec 25, 2017•55 min•Ep 97•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff hosts his first Game of Death as team Triviality welcomes Greg into the pagoda. Neal makes Greg an offer he should refuse, Greg accepts a challenge from strong competition, and Matt prefers an incorrect answer to a real one. Does Greg have what it takes to be the first contestant to throw team Triviality from the top of the pagoda? Patreon Support: David Livasy Rich Flegal Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred...
Dec 19, 2017•59 min•Ep 96•Transcript available on Metacast Neal hosts this game featuring two teams and two special guests, Adam Abassi and Liz Hudson. Liz and Jeff discuss positive TV show recommendations, Ken tries to pull his mind out of the gutter, and Adam ruminates on the cast of Friends. Which team will end up on top? Patreon Support: David Livasy Jason Borsom Kathy Fischer Ann Glowienke Brent Bollmeier The B & R Report: https://silzlebros.podbean.com Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us on social ...
Dec 12, 2017•1 hr 4 min•Ep 95•Transcript available on Metacast It’s a 2x2x1 as guests David Raffetto and Jason Goding face off against a team of Matt and Jeff and a solo run by Neal. It is a pop culture heavy round where we learn what Neal thinks John Travolta’s best movie role would be, Matt discusses his reading habits, Ken reveals one of his favorite books, and Jeff has a new appreciation for a famous historical figure. Who has what it takes to be this week’s Cream of the Crop? This Episode Brought To You By: Best Of The Best Podcast www.Facebook.com/Bes...
Dec 05, 2017•1 hr 4 min•Ep 94•Transcript available on Metacast Matt hosts his first Game of Death as Andrew Brown is welcomed into the pagoda. Neal suggests that countries have national horns, Jeff comes up with an idea for a spinoff podcast, Matt tells us everything that he knows about Oklahoma, and Ken has a sweet pull. Will Andrew have what it takes to take down the yet undefeated Team Triviality? This Episode Brought To You By: Best Of The Best Podcast www.Facebook.com/BestoftheB… Patreon Support: Jason Borsom David Livasy Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSC...
Nov 28, 2017•56 min•Ep 93•Transcript available on Metacast *LAY IT ON ME* Jeff hosts this special bonus episode where he and guest Wesley Wells travel to everyones favorite small town in Indiana. No, not Muncie. Before they check out a set from Department of Homeland Obscurity Wesley tries to evade Tom Cruise by answering questions about Leslie Knope and the gang. Let's see if he is awesome sauce enough to survive. Marshall Teague Interview Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us on social media, and support...
Nov 27, 2017•23 min•Ep 92•Transcript available on Metacast Neal hosts this 3-for-all with Ken, Jeff, and guest Rich Flegal. Jeff wonders how Billy Joel does it, Neal pitches his first book idea, and Ken refuses to pay postage on candy. The group discusses the most memorable SNL characters of all time. Does Rich have what it takes to be this week's Cream if the Crop? This Episode Brought To You By: Best Of The Best Podcast www.Facebook.com/BestoftheBestPod Patreon Support: Jason Borsom Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcas...
Nov 21, 2017•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's a 2 vs 2 matchup with Ken providing the questions! Jeff and Neal are teaming up to see if they can take down the power team from Louisville, Max Meiners and Jan Winter. Ken takes the players on a musical journey while Jeff and Neal debate questions on wizards, detectives, and potential power rangers. Will Neal's Swayze poster provide enough distraction to Team Louisville to secure Triviality the W? This Episode Brought To You By: Best Of The Best Podcast www.facebook.com/BestoftheBestPod Pa...
Nov 14, 2017•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff hosts this three for all with fellow hosts Ken and Neal with special guest Dan Lundberg. Neal discusses what he thinks Elon Musk smells like, Ken is suspicious of Neal’s motives, and Dan makes some great table top gaming recommendations. Listen to find out who is this week’s Cream of the Crop. This Episode Brought To You By: Best Of The Best Podcast www.facebook.com/BestoftheBestPod Patron Support: Jason Borsom Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Foll...
Nov 07, 2017•55 min•Transcript available on Metacast Once upon a morning dreary, the boys gathered, tired and weary, due to late nights and pondering trivia that they had heard before- Neal had written a game so frightful,that Matt became angry and spiteful, and Ken wished he had his rightful, rightful title that he'd won before. "Jeff will win", he muttered, his coffee spilling on the floor. Quote the Macho, "Nevermore." This Episode Brought To You By: Best Of The Best Podcast www.Facebook.com/BestOfTheBestPod Patreon Support: Jason Borsom Please...
Oct 31, 2017•1 hr 5 min•Transcript available on Metacast Triviality heads back to the pagoda for their second Game of Death! Brent Bollmeier guest stars in this match from Ken. Neal makes some incredible pulls, Jeff reveals that he lives to Frolf, and Matt discusses his love for the movie Broken Arrow. See if Brent will get the St. Louis Blues or if he will rise to be the Kareem of the Crop! On behalf of Brent, please check out the website for the National Alliance on Mental Illness and consider donating. It's a great organization! www.Nami.org This E...
Oct 24, 2017•1 hr 4 min•Transcript available on Metacast Matt excitedly hosts this triple threat matchup with his cohosts Ken, Neal, and Jeff. In today’s episode there is speculation about how old a horse would need to be to drive a car, Matt revisits some TGIF gold, Neal gets a science question, and we have our first fictional sponsor. Who will be this weeks Cream of the Crop? This Episode Brought To You By: Jason Borsom Best Of The Best Podcast www.BestOfTheBestPod.com Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follo...
Oct 17, 2017•51 min•Transcript available on Metacast Jeff hosts this triple threat matchup featuring Ken, Matt, and Neal. Jeff lets us catch a glimpse into his Seal song power rankings. We learn about Neal’s educational background and one of Matt’s former occupations. The guys attempt to sort one another into the houses from Harry Potter and there is general confusion as we take a deep dive into classic Disney songs. Find out who will be this week's Cream of the Crop. This Episode Brought To You By: Jason Borsom Best Of The Best Podcast www.BestOf...
Oct 10, 2017•54 min•Transcript available on Metacast Neal hosts a game utilizing a new format inspired by a conversation with Lee DiGeorge of Something, Something Birds and a love of martial arts films. Friend of the show Austin Keep stops by and zips up a gold track suit taking on the role of Bruce Lee in today's GAME OF DEATH contest. He will be fighting his way up the pagoda against Jeff, Matt, and Ken in a close match of specially themed rounds. Matt shows his 90's dominance, Ken mistakes rock stars and Jeff is dismissed as the guys take a tri...
Oct 03, 2017•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast It's Neal v. Matt v. Jeff as Ken presents a game chock-full of fun facts. Ken shares some of his favorite bad-ass quotations and Neal takes the charge on some film questions. Enjoy Triviality, the only trivia podcast that answers the question: Is a narwhal a real animal? This Episode Brought To You By: Best Of The Best Podcast www.BestOfTheBestPod.com Please RATE, REVIEW, and SUBSCRIBE on iTunes or your preferred podcast app! Follow us on social media, and support the show on Patreon for great p...
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