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Speaker: Can you find the connection between the 2025 Grammy winning song by SZA, the moon Titan and Saturday? We'll reveal the answer at the end of this episode.
Speaker: Hey guys welcome to the Trivia Twins podcast. I'm Andi. And I'm Dani. We'll be your hosts. Today, the theme is Famous Capricorns. We'll be asking questions about famous people born between December 22nd and January 19th.
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Speaker: The link is in the show notes. Now for our fun fact of the day. Did you know that Capricorns are the most likely zodiac sign to win gold at the Olympics?
Speaker: Yes, apparently 2023 data analysis conducted by Run Repeat found that Capricorns win gold about 1.7 times more than any other zodiac sign. It's no surprise because Capricorns are known for their ambition, loyalty, and dedication to their goals.
Speaker: They actually win more silver and bronze medals too, but it's more stark in the gold medal analysis. And it's very interesting in the U.S. because Capricorns are one of the least common zodiac signs.
Speaker: So who are some of these famous gold-winning Capricorn U.S. Olympians? Gabby Douglas, who became the first black woman to win gold in and the gymnastics all around, is a Capricorn. She made history at the 2012 London Olympics.
Speaker: And another gymnast, Sean Johnson, won a gold medal in 2008 at the Beijing Olympics for the balance beam. Boxers George Foreman and Muhammad Ali also won gold medals and both are Capricorns.
Speaker: There's definitely something to the Capricorn being represented by the goat and being the greatest of all time. Agreed. And I mean, we're Capricorns, so maybe we'll win gold at the Olympics someday. yeah I doubt that.
Speaker: All right, let's jump into a quick round of this or that based on today's theme.
Speaker: This or That, R&B Songs by Capricorn Singers, Family Affair by Mary J. Blige, or Are You That Somebody by Aaliyah. Oh, goodness. I remember jamming out to Family Affair back in the day. So yeah I'm going to go with that one. That is a very catchy song.
Speaker: That was very popular too when it came out. um I think I have to go with Are You That Somebody Aaliyah though. I remember that was number one on the local radio station forever. It seemed like. That was a fun song. Like maybe an entire summer it was always number one. Yeah. But I love that song.
Speaker: Okay, this or that. Which TV character played by these Capricorn actresses was funnier? Betty White as Rose in Golden Girls or Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Elaine in Seinfeld?
Speaker: Okay, both of these characters are hilarious. This is tough. This is really tough. And I remember Betty White did some funny scene where, as Rose, where she's working as a receptionist somewhere, I don't know, and she's playing dumb as she's being robbed. And it's it's so funny. how she plays that character. But i think I have to go with Julia Louis-Dreyfus as Elaine in Seinfeld. She's just, yeah she has so many hilarious quotes and her dancing, of course. What about you?
Speaker: I think I have to agree with you. Even though both of the characters are iconic, I got to go with Elaine from Seinfeld. Have you seen those competitions too? Like the dancing competitions where people will dress up like her and have competitions? I vaguely remember seeing something about that. Classic dance.
Speaker: All right, let's get into the trivia questions. All right, let's go.
Speaker: Question number one. Which musical instrument is the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, known to play very well? Is it A, a harp, B, a violin, or C, a piano?
Speaker: Question number two. Born on January 17th, 1706, and known for his experiments with electricity, whose face is featured on the $100 bill, making him one of the few non-presidents to appear on U.S. currency?
Speaker: Question number three. In which Netflix series did Alison Brie play both aspiring actress Ruth Wilder and her alter ego Zoya the Destroyer?
Speaker: Was it A. Stranger Things, B. Glow, or C. Umbrella Academy?
Speaker: Question number four, which popular international coffee and donut chain bears the name of a former Toronto Maple Leafs ice hockey defenseman?
Speaker: Question number five. Which Puerto Rican superstar, born Enrique Martin Morales, made history by receiving the first ever Latin Icon Award at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards?
Speaker: Question number six. Who replaced Pat Sajak as host of Wheel of Fortune in September 2024?
Speaker: Question number seven. Hayley Williams is the lead singer of which musical group known for their hit songs Misery Business and Still Into You?
Speaker: Question number eight. Which former SNL cast member was best known for her recurring character Colleen Rafferty, who was abducted by aliens?
Speaker: Is it A. Kate McKinnon, Kristen Wiig, or C. Maya Rudolph?
Speaker: Question number nine. Which EGOT-winning artist included a duet with Kelly Clarkson of Baby It's Cold Outside on the deluxe edition of his holiday album a Legendary Christmas?
Speaker: Question number 10. During her time in the White House, Michelle Obama was celebrated for wearing which affordable and preppy clothing brand, whose name references the sport of rowing?
Speaker: Got your guesses? Next up, we'll go over the answers.
Speaker: got your guesses next up we'll go over the answers
Speaker: Alright, let's get into the answers. Question number one. Which musical instrument is the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, known to play very well?
Speaker: Is it A, a harp, B, a violin, or C, a piano? And the answer is piano. Apparently, she also played flute when she was younger. It's said that she and her sister Pippa played for their school flute group called the Tutti Flutti's.
Speaker: Question number two. Born on January 17th, 1706 and known for his experiments with electricity, whose face is featured on the $100 bill, making him one of the few non-presidents to appear on U.S. currency?
Speaker: The answer is Benjamin Franklin. Question number three. In which Netflix series did Alison Brie play both aspiring actress Ruth Wilder and her alter ego Zoya the Destroyer?
Speaker: Was it A, Stranger Things, B, Glow, or C, Umbrella Academy? And the answer is Glow. The show was based on a real women's wrestling show from the 80s. The show abruptly ended after season three, even though it was renewed for a fourth and final season. Netflix, unfortunately, had to cancel it because of COVID. Thanks, COVID. That was like my favorite show at the time. Yeah, COVID took a lot of things away from it. It really did But hey, there's some new things too. so True.
Speaker: Question number four. Which popular international coffee and donut chain bears the name of a former Toronto Maple Leafs ice hockey defenseman? The answer is Tim Hortons.
Speaker: Unpopular opinion, but I do like their coffee. All right, question number five. Which Puerto Rican superstar, born Enrique Martin Morales, made history by receiving the first ever Latin Icon Award at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards?
Speaker: And that would be Ricky Martin. Question number six. Who replaced Pat Sajak as host of Wheel of Fortune in September 2024?
Speaker: The answer is Ryan Seacrest. All right question number seven. Hayley Williams is the lead singer of which musical group known for their hit songs, Misery Business and Still Into You?
Speaker: The answer is Paramore. Question number eight. Which former SNL cast member was best known for her recurring character, Colleen Rafferty, who was abducted by aliens?
Speaker: Is it A, Kate McKinnon, B, Kristen Wiig, or C, Maya Rudolph? The answer is Kate McKinnon. So many famous funny ladies that are Capricorns. Interesting.
Speaker: All right. Question number nine. Which EGOT winning artist included a duet with Kelly Clarkson of Baby It's Cold Outside on the deluxe edition of his holiday album, A Legendary Christmas?
Speaker: The answer is John Legend. And here's a fun fact. He became the first black man to achieve EGOT status. He's won an Emmy for producing Jesus Christ Superstar Live in Concert, multiple Grammys including Best New Artist, an Oscar for his song Glory from the film Selma, and a Tony as a co-producer of Jitney.
Speaker: Question number 10. During her time in the White House, Michelle Obama was celebrated for wearing which affordable and preppy clothing brand, whose name references the sport of rowing?
Speaker: And that would be J.Crew. Her signature high-low style involved pairing affordable brands like J.Crew with designer pieces. Before we go, let's give you the answer to our opening question. Did you find the connection between the 2025 Grammy-winning song by SZA, the moon Titan, and Saturday?
Speaker: The answer is Saturn. SZA won the Grammy for Best R&B Song in 2025 for her song Saturn. Titan is Saturn's largest moon.
Speaker: And the day of the week Saturday is named after the Roman god Saturn. And in astrology, Saturn rules the sign of Capricorn. All right, that's the show for today. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to our show on your podcast platform of choice.
Speaker: Thanks for playing. See you next week.
