Quiz Coconut's General Knowledge Trivia Podcast

It's Quiz Coconut's Countdown to the Holidays!A revisit to 2023's Countdown. We're busy at the moment hosting office Christmas parties but we didn't want to leave you without any festive quiz action. So we're bringing you another chance to play our daily Countdown To The Holidays that we published last year.If this is new to you - you can enjoy a question and joke every day!If you did these last year, see how much you can remember...If you're after some new content, we'll be publishing our Quiz Of The Year between Christmas and New Year - watch out for that!Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comEmail your listener question to james@quizcoconut.co.uk!******************Support the podcast and keep it going in 2025!> buymeacoffee.com/quizcoconut <****************** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Global Bands! | Lobsters! | European Languages!Literally life saving this week. What bits are attached to an airplane life jacket? We know the obvious ones, but on a plane recently I thought this would be a good question. Hopefully you never need to use this knowledge. Unlike foreign languages, Russian classical music, and European currency. Ooh that's more tempting!Join us in December as we replay our popular daily quiz questions...---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mosquitoes! | Women's Football! | Melanie from Canada! Do you believe in star signs? Not me. But then I'm a Libra, and we're sceptical... Find out which are three three fire signs of the Zodiac! Along with nine other trivia bangers. Every week we're here, whether you're a Taurus, Pylon or Sectretarius. Fire signs, earth signs, water signs, air signs, warning signs...General knowledge quiz fun every week with the Quiz Coconut team.---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Desserts! | Oscar Winners! | Flintstones!We're back with another ten questions, every week! Find out the best one-word films of the millennium.. It's the trivia podcast you can't live without!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Swimming! | Thanksgiving! | Ninja Turtles!James is back in the hot seat with ten more trivia tantalisers. The big question is how many times does a kid ask 'why'? Someone's worked it out!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Monkeys! | Race Cars! | Rappers!Alex sits in this week!We asked AI to write the description in James' absence...In the vibrant world of quiz shows, where wit and knowledge collide, Alex steps into the spotlight to fill James’s shoes in the famed Quiz Pod. With the audience buzzing in anticipation, Alex is ready to deliver ten challenging general knowledge questions that promise to test the limits of participants' intellects. Each question is designed not only to stump but also to entertain, drawing on a rich tapestry of trivia from history, science, pop culture, and more.As Alex launches into the quiz, the first few questions fly by. The audience watches with rapt attention, cheering as contestants grapple with complex historical dates, obscure facts about influential figures, and tricky science queries. The atmosphere is electric, with each correct answer eliciting applause and wrong answers met with playful groans. Alex thrives in this environment, expertly weaving humour into the proceedings, keeping the mood light even as the stakes rise.But amid the fun and excitement of the quiz, a thought-provoking question lingers in the air: how many Americans believe that aliens have visited Earth? This question ties into the broader themes of curiosity and the unknown, both of which are encapsulated in the quiz format. As contestants tackle questions ranging from geography to pop culture, they inadvertently reflect on humanity’s desire to explore and understand the world—and perhaps even the universe—around them.According to various polls, a significant number of Americans hold beliefs about extraterrestrial life. Estimates suggest that a large proportion of the American population believes in the existence of aliens, with many convinced that these beings have made contact with Earth. This phenomenon underscores a fascination with the cosmos and a desire to explore what lies beyond our own planet. It raises compelling questions about our place in the universe and the nature of truth in an age where information is abundant yet often conflicting.With each question, Alex not only engages the contestants but also sparks discussions among the audience about belief, evidence, and the implications of the search for extraterrestrial life. The quiz becomes more than just a game; it morphs into a platform for exploring cultural beliefs, scientific inquiry, and the human longing for connection—whether with each other or with beings from other worlds.---Presented by Alex Barbosa Gardiner.Created by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor Swift! | Women's Politics! | Béchamel Sauce!Find out about goats! A listener question from Pia in Jersey! Tasty trivia for all, quiz questions and general knowledge fun - globally friendly stuff! Do goats really urinate on themselves to make themselves more attractive? Sounds like it could be true. Or is it made up? Those naughty goats!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scotland! | Sudoku! | Strikers! 10 more trivia gems for you today. Find out about national animals, food, footballers, music from 1984 and 2024, and very expensive things!Missed it? Check out our 1990s quiz special that we aired last week...---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spice Girls! | CD-Rom! | The First SMS!Without a doubt the best decade ever....! We have a quiz with ten questions all about the magic of the 1990s!Were you there? You'll get 10/10!Were you there but you can't remember? You'll probably get 10/10!Weren't you born then? You'll get at least 8/10!All about 1990s. 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999. Something for everyone! Sit back and enjoy the decade of trance, dial-up internet, Britpop, Royal scandals and more!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bonus Episode revealing Episode 100 winners!Want to play for fun to see if you can beat them? Click this and play along wth Episode 100: https://forms.gle/oaXKkcF5yshsL2ZA8Thanks to everyone who entered... Did you enjoy this sort of thing? If you did, let us know. Maybe we'll do it again one day! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Woodpeckers! | Literature! | Disney Ducks!Thanks to Popb1tch for the fun fact I learned that inspired this episode's title. They can have the credit for that one. Amazing political analysis.... You won't find that here, but we will compare the current president and previous one to a flying disc and find out which one is better. There are ten fun general knowledge facts for you like there are every week, and you can also listen to a frantic woodpecker peck in to a tree and analyse how many times the poor chap's beak hits the bark.Thanks for tuning in! Check out our 1990s quiz special - out next week!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How Many People Are 100+ Years Old? | Can You Annoy Someone In The Philippines? Episode 111 brings you some interesting quiz facts that you can use to inspire, amaze and befriend people you meet. Become the smartest person in the room in seven minutes. Once these ten facts are used up, you'll have to listen to another episode though to remain the smartest. But it's all possible! General knowledge goodness for everyone, including 10 trivia titbits to tantalise those tastebuds.---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question!Send us your feedback: https://forms.gle/ScY5yFTpzUEwoMS76 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lobsters! Flamingos! 90s Music!We're here with 10 more quiz question whoppers for you. Find out which flag doesn't have four sides! Can you believe it? There is one out there. And it's a great place to visit! Can you guess which flag it is? All other flags have four sides, or quadrilaterals. They vary in their dimension ratio but all have that in common. But this flag stands out because it doesn't have four sides. Could it be more? Could it be less? Could it be magic? Oh yes!Subscribe to the pod so you don't miss out. Or just play it by chance and come back next Wednesday. But will you remember.....?---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question!Send us your feedback: https://forms.gle/ScY5yFTpzUEwoMS76 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British Cars! American Football! Italian History! Let's cut to the chase. That epic bootleg link is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jZv16GAea8\Aside from that we have nine massive pub quiz questions ranging from Italian history to British cars to clocks to 80s rock.Join us every week as we bring you ten trivia questions to quiz your friends. Trivia for all ages, all you need is a device and a few brain cells. Back for more trivia next Wednesday!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question!Send us your feedback: https://forms.gle/ScY5yFTpzUEwoMS76 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dolly The Sheep! Brazilian Dancers! Tom Cruise!We're hitting September with more cracking trivia for you. Every week, we're here with ten general knowledge quiz belters. This week, a pool ball weighs the same as how many tennis balls? You need to know this stuff!---Created and Presented by James at Quiz Coconut.Music and Editing by Jules at Abstract Source: abstractsource.co.ukDesign by Ben at Ich Bin Ben: ichbinben.comQuiz CoconutUK: www.quizcoconut.co.ukCanada: www.quizcoconut.caWorldwide: www.quizcoconut.comVisit quizcoconut.com/podcast to send in your listener question!Send us your feedback: https://forms.gle/ScY5yFTpzUEwoMS76 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.