The Catered Quiz

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, Devin Hunter Leary of The Quiz Show With Julia & Devin answers questions about Bravo  and Taylor Swift. We also talk about Love Island, the 2026 NBA Finals and the 2016 Republican National Convention. Listen to The Quiz Show With Julia & Devin and Wow - A Couples Therapy Recap Podcast . Follow Devin on Instagram . And check out Milwaukee Record’s...

On a special extended edition of The Catered Quiz, Erik Pepple of A Video Store Near You joins the show to answer questions about The Movie Orgy and Gremlins 2: The New Batch. In addition to the double dose of Joe Dante, we also talk about Blockbuster Video, Wet Hot American Summer and Dick Miller. Check out Erik’s recent appearances on VCR Party Live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRSpa01jB6o h...

The Catered Quiz returns this week as writer/improviser/podcaster Eli Mandel (Encyclopedia Bartannica, Saturday Night Live) joins the show to answer questions about the San Francisco 49ers and Pete Seeger. We also talk about Weezer, Stella and Tim Meadows. Watch the SNL sketch Eli talks about in the episode. Listen to Eli and past Catered Quiz guest Harrison George on their podcast Encyclopedia Ba...

This week on The Catered Quiz, it’s a trivia podcast crossover as quizmaster Johnny Goodtimes (Goodtimes and the Greatest) joins The Catered Quiz to answer questions about 80s Hip Hop and 80s Professional Wrestling. We also talk about UFC at the White House, Big Buck Ducks and Chip Chantry. Goodtimes and the Greatest is available on Spotify. Subscribe to Johnny’s Substack . The Catered Quiz will r...

Ahead of the World Cup, soccer enthusiast Drew Steck joins The Catered Quiz to answer questions about The San Diego Loyal Football Club and Ron Burgundy. We also talk about the Milwaukee Wave, the lost episode of The Catered Quiz and Pibb Xtra. Follow Drew on Bluesky .

On this edition of The Catered Quiz, writer, actor and fight choreographer Ben Soto joins the show to answer questions about Star Trek and Hong Kong Action Cinema. We also talk about Blockbuster, Silent Night Deadly Night Part 2 and Jean-Claude Van Damme. Ben’s books are available for purchase on his Amazon Author page . Follow Ben on Instagram .

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, Harrison George of the podcast Encyclopedia Bartanica joins the show to answer questions about Presidents Who Passed Away In Office and the film series A Nightmare on Elm Street. We also talk about Tim Robinson, Opening Day 2001 and Seed of Chucky.   Check out Harrison’s amazing podcast Encyclopedia Bartannica   where on each episode, Harrison George &am...

Ahead of the June 16th release of his new book Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero, author Jason Klamm joined The Catered Quiz to answer questions about ‘90s Sketch Comedy and Newsradio. We also talk about Neil Innes, Rusty Warren and Grease 2.   Pre-order Ferris Bueller…You’re My Hero. Purchase Jason’s book We’re Not Worthy, an in-depth look at 90s sketch comedy. Join Jason at the Mahoning Drive-In on...

On the 100th regular season episode of The Catered Quiz, comedian Joey Devine joins the show to answer questions about the Golden State Warriors and Moneyball. We also talk about The Newsroom, George Karl and Robin Williams.   Listen to Joey’s podcast Roundball Rock . Follow Joey on Twitter .

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, comedian Allen Strickland Williams joins the show to answer questions about Newsradio and Kurt Vonnegut. We also talk about Dr. Demento, Tom Lehrer and Franz Kafka. Allen’s album Ran Through is available to stream or purchase on vinyl. Watch Allen’s Comedy Central special The Intellectual Shocker . Listen to Allen’s podcast Finding My Audience .

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, musician M.C. Cunningham of the bands The Dreaded Laramie and Fear Element joins the show to answer questions about Weezer and Ancient Greek Philosophy. We also talk about No Doubt, archaeology and the Mars Cheese Castle. The new Fear Elements song “Turn Around” is available now on bandcamp . Check out The Dreaded Laramie on their UK Tour or closer to ho...

On this edition of The Catered Quiz, broadcaster and comedian Greg Bach joins the show to answer questions about Pink Floyd and guitars. We also talk about Les Paul, Kyle Kinane and SCRAM. Listen to Nite Lite With Pete Schwaba and Greg Bach Monday-Friday from 5-7pm on Civic Media.

Spring Break is over and the Catered Quiz is back! This week,  jeremy messersmith joins the show to discuss his new album Fox/Coyote and to answer questions about Star Wars and Star Trek. We also talk about David Letterman, Dan Wilson and The ‘Burbs. Fox/Coyote is streaming now and is available for purchase on bandcamp Watch the “Tatooine” music video . And enjoy jeremy’s performance on The Late S...

On the first quarter finale of The Catered Quiz, photographer Samer Ghani joins the show to talk about his new book Memories of a Street Cat and to answer questions about Old School RuneScape and Blink-182. We also talk about South Dakota, burning cds and tab books. Copies of Samer’s book can be purchased here . The book release show  for Memories of a Street Cat is this Wednesday at Cactus Club....

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, writer, producer, lawyer and former WGA West president Patric Verrone joins the show to answer questions about The Harvard Lampoon and Futurama. We also talk about Johnny Carson, The Critic and Bob Uecker. Check out VERDICT UNKNOWN at Rewindo.tv . Tickets for the Wisconsin Film Festival are again at wifilmfest.org .

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, writer (American Dad!, I’m Totally Fine) and director (Your Own Flavor) Alisha Ketry joins the show to answer questions about bones and Hercules. We also discuss puppetry, Mary Tyler Moore and snowboarding. Alisha’s short film Your Own Flavor is available now on YouTube . Read the Letterboxd review of I’m Totally Fine discussed in this episode. Follow Al...

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, Jeff Lyons of the podcast Junk Miles With Chip & Jeff joins the show to answer questions about 80’s Punk and 80’s New Wave music. We also talk about running, Jon Stewart and Dilbert. Junk Miles With Chip & Jeff is available on all podcast platforms. Read Jeff’s blog at www.gojeffgo.com .

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, music writer Grace Spelman joins the show to answer questions about The Beatles and 30 Rock. We also talk about Beyoncé, The Music Man and The Adirondacks. Subscribe to the Grace Spelman Music Project ! Check out her most recent post about Songs Where The Vocalist Gives Instructions To The Band . And be sure to watch Grace’s viral video from 2020.  

On this edition of The Catered Quiz, Jack Packard of Adventure is Nigh joins the show to answer questions about the Dark Souls video game series and the band They Might Be Giants. We also talk about Comedysportz, Jane Kaczmarek and Ernest Borgnine. Check out Jack’s recent Improvised D&D The Sweet Sounds of Chumbawumba . For all things related to Adventure is Nigh, visit adventureisnigh.horse ....

On this edition of The Catered Quiz, Stand Up Magician Derek Hughes joins the show to answer questions about Minnesota and Movies from the 1980s and 1990s. We also talk about Jordan, America’s Got Talent and Jason Lee. Derek will be at the Magic Parlour in Chicago from February 26th-March 15th. Tickets are available here . Enjoy this sample of Derek in action: https://youtu.be/tXgeshhUgYs?si=3XRYf...

On this week’s episode of The Catered Quiz, filmmaker and podcaster Ben Steinbauer joins the show to answer questions about Stand-Up Comedy and Documentary Films. We also talk about The Onion, Michael Moore and Sixth Street. If you haven’t seen Ben’s documentaries, be sure to watch Winnebago Man and Chop & Steele . Check out the latest episode of Ben’s podcast Doc Walks  with Joe Pickett of Th...

On the 2026 season premiere of The Catered Quiz, Alex Meylink of Telethon and Brave You joins the show to answer questions about The Lonely Island and Orgcore Music. We also talk about Jose Canseco, Juiceboxxx and Slumdog Millionaire.   Check out Brave You’s brand new release HYENAS as well as Telethon’s latest album Suburban Electric .   Thank you for listening to the 2026 season premiere of The...

42 Contestants 3 Finalists 1 Champion It’s The Catered Quiz 2025 Tournament of High Scores! The contestants with the top three scores in the regular season are back for the season finale in which one of them will be named The Catered Quiz champion of 2025!  Julie Greiner (regular season score: 1040) answers questions about Broadway Musicals Since 2000 and The Hitchhiker’s Guide To The Galaxy Chris...

It’s the 2025 Regular Season Recap of The Catered Quiz!   This special episode of The Catered Quiz features highlights from all 41 episodes of the 2025 season. If you haven’t listened to the show, this is your chance to sample a year’s worth of episodes. If you are a regular listener, this is is your opportunity to relive moments that made you smile. This episode has it all: anecdotes, questions,...

On the regular season finale of The Catered Quiz, pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Michael Schmalz joins the show to answer questions about The Muppets and Nintendo Gameboy. We also talk about how he became a doctor, the Virtual Boy and mayflies.   The regular season of The Catered Quiz may be over but there are still two more episodes remaining this year: On Tuesday, November 25th it’s the regula...