Mona and Derek's Quiz Show

We've got our good buddies Katelin & Brian Brown hopping in the quiz canoe and taking a trip down the pod river. We are hitting everything from Van Halen side projects, 2000s romantic comedies, candy controversy, Sandra Boynton books, and moooore! Catch both of us and Brian on stage this Saturday (4/30) at xBk in Des Moines for Ramona and the Sometimes album release show!Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ramona-and-the-sometimes-the-book-of-bugs-odd-pets-tickets-274285494297The Brown's links mentioned in the episode: Soil Quality Restoration: https://raincampaign.org/sqr/Stormwater Management: https://www.dsm.city/departments/public_works-division/stormwater_management.phpNocking Point Wines: https://nockingpointwines.com/www.ramonamuselambert.com for merch and more.

After a month of being sick and busy, we are BACK! And we've got our good friend/bandmate Anna Gebhardt (Annalibera, Ramona & the Sometimes, music lessons, etc) sitting in with us during naptime for special afternoon recording. We are reminiscing about high school band instruments, coming up with a name for Anna's music lesson school, and then we hop into some quizzing about the Grammys, the Mission Impossible film series, and more!Upcoming shows!-Ramona and the Sometimes at Mission Creek: https://missioncreekfestival.com/schedule/ramona-and-the-sometimes/-Annalibera at xBk: https://www.xbklive.com/events#/events?event_id=49183-Ramona and the Sometimes/The Book of Bugs Album Release show at xBk: https://www.xbklive.com/events#/events?event_id=51740-Preorder Ramona and the Sometimes new album, t-shirt, or The Book of Bugs new album: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/artmerch/music

It's time for the return of Riddle Roundup! And a quiz about Monas/Ramonas. But first, Derek tries to right the wrongs of misinformation in last week's opening joke. And we reveal what cheesy reality show has us neglecting our housecleaning chores. Oh, and stick around til the very end to hear a brand new song from Derek's new band The Book of Bugs. Quiz on quizzin' on!www.ramonamuselambert.com for goodsTickets to our dual album release show at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ramona-and-the-sometimes-the-book-of-bugs-odd-pets-tickets-274285494297

We've done 50 episodes! And we are quizzing about 50 Cent and the other guys from that Super Bowl halftime show that everyone's raving about. Then we are slingin' some questions about the month of... February! We also chat about our riveting minivan saga. Can you handle it? You can.www.ramonamuselambert.com for goods and stuff.

Hi. Do you want to learn a few fun facts about Red Hot Chili Peppers? How about some info on Trey Parker? Okay cool, that's actually what we are quizzing about this week! We also disclose some juicy details on our vehicle owning history, past and present. And we take a direct flight to complaint island as Mona dishes out a controversial snack-related grievance. And you better believe there's more goofs and giggles. Crunch on into this freaky styley episode!www.ramonamuselambert.com

This week, Mona retells a joke from a 5-year old, Derek tries a Larry King impression for the first time ever, we dive into part 2 of Country Music History, and a quiz about.... TREASURE! Does Derek sing way too many Garth Brooks songs in the episode? Or just the right amount? The only way to find out is through that play button! www.ramonamuselambert.com for merchandise and stuff.

We're back from our few weeks off! Boy has it been a year so far. Tune in to hear out extended complaint section featuring wisdom tooth nightmares! Then we will learn some Gum Facts and take a rootin' tootin' trip down a History of Country Music quiz! It's a grand ole podskie.www.ramonamuselambert.com

Heyyyy, the wind blew this episode back a day, but here it is! We are quizzin' and jazzin' about holiday pop music! We are slingin' a couple rounds of 20 Questions! And buckle up for a wacky one, because our toddler may or may not wake up from the weather and join us for the second half. And our cat may or may not try to sabotage the recording. And is there more? Yes. www.ramonamuselambert.com

We've got a real special one this week! Derek's Aunt Debbie joins us with her expertise on Hallmark holiday movies, and Mona tries to stump her and Derek on the subject. We also stroll down memory lane and discuss childhood vacations with our aunts. Find out which celebrity's restaurant in Chicago resulted in Derek's first ever footlong hot dog, and what outfit a teenage Mona got to pick out from the Mall of America.Sign up for a private garage shopping appointment this weekend! Mona and her mom Diane will have goods for all your holiday gift needs. https://squareup.com/appointments/book/h0n351k7m9hy27/LK2ANM981K0JC/serviceswww.ramonamuselambert.com

Hey there, wanna hear about my neck lump? Come on in, we've also got a quiz about the Sleeping Habits of Animals, and then we are going to bite into some Fast Food Disasters! Step into this back room of a former Family Video that we call a podcast, what could go wrong?www.ramonamuselambert.com

Surprise, we are putting this one out a day early! Because, you know, maybe you don't want to listen to a podcast on turkey day. Or perhaps you do, in which case, just save it a day, no biggie. Anywho, we are talking about a Thanksgiving dish controversy from last year, and then Derek has a game called Names Before Fame, in which Mona has to see if she knows the birth name of a few celebs. And then, Mona has crafted a wordplay extravaganza puzzle in which we have to decode the names of some popular Thanksgiving dishes. If you're looking for fun and festive, you've come to the right joint.www.ramonamuselambert.com

DON'T listen to this episode if you don't want to have fun with a quiz called 182 Questions, which is just questions about Blink 182. And STOP right here if you'd rather not have a blast with a quiz about recent ABC News infographics from instagram. And just TURN OFF your device now if you don't want to make memories of a lifetime hearing about Derek's photography directing, our teenage jobs, and a song that is either by Paula Cole or Bonnie Raitt. If you don't want to find out which, then DELETE this episode now!

Hey whaddaya know, it's another episode! Here's what to expect when ya crack this bad boy open... some talk about Rescue 911 and other frightening shows that instilled paranoia in the hearts of children. Then, we've got a quiz about the hottest current events celeb gossip, you won't believe your ears at question number 3! And last week, we briefly touched on the Living in the 90s CD set, well now we are taking a deeper dive with a quiz over some of the finest lyrics from the collection. Come one, come all, let's have a quiz show ball!

On this here 40th episode, you can find out which Halloween candy sent Derek into a dad rant. We'll explore some laser pointer memories from days gone by. Then Mona found an internet music quiz that's supposed to guess one's age... can it decode Derek's musical memories for an accurate estimate? And last, but certainly not least, Derek blindsides Mona with a quiz on Famous Bears, you won't believe your ears at the directions that one goes. Lordy lordy, listen to episode 40, would ya?

We got a large mouse (or was it a rat? small possum?), and then a cat. And we're here to tell the tale. We're also tapping the Halloween well one last time before it's dry for the year with a round of trivia about Halloween History (that's maybe sort of correct). And then, Mona heard a cool song in the grocery store and is quizzing Derek on that song and artists related to that one. It's fun, trust me. Just listen.www.ramonamuselambert.com

We're swappin' bee sting stories, we're quizzin' about superheroes but like, in a fun way, aaaand we're exploring some world class jokes from R.L. Stine's pre-Goosebumps spooky humor masterpiece, 101 Silly Monster Jokes. Listener beware, you're in for a scare... or something like that.

Enter if you dare, this quiz show has got it all. We'll take you through a dissection of the children's song Herman the Worm. Derek gets dialed in to the culture of now with a current events quiz about the news. Then on to a round of Name That Spooky Tune, where we find out how well Mona knows her scary musical compositions from the world of rock, TV, and film. I know what you're thinking, are there also some hearty goofs and giggles? You better believe it, buster!

Follow us into autumnal bliss as we are explore the wacky world of classical music with a Kooky Classical Composers quiz and a reading from a fantastic new catalog called The Best of Collections, Etc. But first, we've got a new joke for your Halloween arsenal, and we'll take a visit to our classic segment "I Messed Up, Okay?" This Saturday (10/9), we are hosting the Iowa Abortion Access Fund online fundraiser Auction for Access on Zoom. Find more info and register at http://iaafund.org/auction/New merch at www.ramonamuselambert.com

This week, we are coming clean about our chip and chocolate habits. Then we'll take a dive into the world of Gary Larson's The Far Side franchise, and explore the story arc of Lisa Simpson's animated life. Don't be shy, there's plenty of quiz show to go around!www.ramonamuselambert.com 

We've got a guest! After a mostly guest-less summer, Jill McLain-Meister hops into the quiz canoe for a journey down Brainbuster Creek with topics like Seinfeld, Disneyland, running across the country, and the wedding scene from Paul Blart: Mall Cop. First, Mona and Derek have got tales of a yoga session gone awry, a quiz about the Tonight Show with Johnny Carson, a story about former president Jimmy Carter, and more! Absolutely smoosh that darn play button, would ya?

This week, we are celebrating our wedding anniversary with a round of the newlyweds game. Will we remain married afterward? After that, we are diving into the Hot Country Billboard charts with a game of "Finish the Lyric" to the top 5 country tunes of right friggin' now. Put on some blue jeans, fire up that pickup truck, and sync this episode up to the speakers on a Friday night (wait til after your drive to crack that Busch Light).

Summer is winding on down, but the questions and wisecracks are as plentiful as ever. We've got a knock-knock joke battle, we are talking homeschooling, unusual Craigslist posts, a quiz on Hot Topic, and a game of 20 Questions. Let your hair down if you've got it, and crack a can of bubble water, it's time to quiz pod!www.ramonamuselambert.com

Hey there. This week we've got a brief vacation recap. We've got some trivia exploring the bizarre corners of the Beatles solo careers. And as these back-to-school times are upon us, Mona brings a hot batch of questions about, you guessed it.... pencils! So sharpen up that brain and get on into this episode for a jolly good time!www.ramonamuselambert.com

Episode 30?! This show is so old, it's gonna have to start collecting social security soon, am I right folks? This is a rare morning-recorded episode, so you'll get a glimpse into how our brains might work differently in the AM. We've got a round of tough ones about Trolls and some brain busters about cassette tapes, as well as a . Are you ready for all this knowledge? If so, then you may enter....If you're in Des Moines, Mona's brand new collection of paintings are up at Zanzibar's coffee shop now! Stop in and check em out.www.ramonamuselambert.com

We're going full screwball on this one, gettin' zany with a game of "Chuck Berry or Buckcherry?" and the triumphant return of Riddle Roundup! You can also expect an update on the mystery smell in our house, and find out what incident earned our 2-year old son a pretend write-up from our school office manager friend. Note: we discuss some ice cream we like toward the end, and it accidentally sounds like we're doing an advertisement for this particular brand, but we swear we don't have any paid ads. www.ramonamuselambert.com

Mona presents a day in the life of Derek's jukebox brain, find out which songs were sung around the house in a single day. We also play a game of "Nu Cru" where we explore some of nu metal's finest nicknames. And Mona takes Derek on an internet beach vacation quiz journey to find out who his soulmate is. All aboard the quiz show express, this one's off the rails!

Sorry we are a day late releasing this one! We're talking awkward encounters with internet installation guys, we're looking through wedding catalogs, we're quizzing about weird game shows, and we're guessing businesses with puns in their names. Will it be worth the wait? Get on in there and find out!www.ramonamuselambert.com

It's hot, and we're firing off some hot questions from the quiz canon. We've got a round of zingers about summer, and one about.... goats! Just wait'll you hear what kind of directions these two topics can spiral into.www.ramonamuselambert.com

Our first guest ever, Willy Muse, is back to sit in with us for this very fun one. We explore some good Wikipedia edits, play "Who Rocked the 'Stock?" a quiz game about the Woodstock lineups through the ages, and a round of "Wait What's It?" about misheard lyrics. And we get to hear the story of how Willy designed something that's now in the Smithsonian. Stick around past the ending credits for some bonus super goofs.www.ramonamuselambert.com

We've got the goods this week, including some wedding party tales, the long anticipated return of Smut Trivia, and a round of "Commander in Sheeesh," a quiz about weird presidential facts. Come on in!www.ramonamuselambert.com

It's a musty morning in the basement, and we are hittin' all the hot topics, such as our garden's contents, the emergency room, a quiz about allergies, and a new game about Georges called "Synonymous George."www.ramonamuselambert.com

This week we sit down with each other to dig deep and find out what happens when we do things like read popular song choruses in reverse, and attempt to define difficult words. You guessed it, we are playing two new quiz games entitled "Reverse Chorus" and "Define It". Do we also venture into side topics? I mean, yes. www.ramonamuselambert.com

Mona and Derek are back with a couple of movie related quiz games, with a coincidental figure that ties the two together. We've also got some complaints to lodge about a children's show's animation updates. Hop into another refreshing summertime pod party!www.ramonamuselambert.com

On our 20th episode, and with summer in full swing, we are doing things a little differently for a while. It's just Mona and Derek on this one, trying out some new types of quiz games, such as the brilliantly titled "Fill in the Word to the Song" and "Price Check at Tiffany's." Sit back, relax, and enjoy a laid back summer style episode!Central Iowa folks, Mona is doing a pop-up shop at Art Terrarium this Friday (June 18th) from 2-7pm! https://www.facebook.com/events/2257496997725118www.ramonamuselambert.com

Ian Vens, artist and fun friend from way back in the rural bus riding days, joins us for a session of goofs and brain busters!Topics discussed include:-classic rock that rocks-Simon & Garfunkel's secrets revealed-lots of knots -Wisconsin cocktails-the CW's most popular show-Norwegian novelty songs& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Ian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ianvens/Mona's merch & more: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

Mona's former art student who is now a super rad Minneapolis-based visual artist, Greer Coffman, joins us to rip through an unpredictable quiz journey!Topics discussed include:-more PBS catalog exploration-bizarre roadside attractions-the return of Riddle Roundup-frog gangs-Rage Against the Machine's nude protest-a roller skating violin accident& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS: Greer on Instagram: http://instagram.com/gr33rMona's merch & more: www.ramonamuselambert.com

This is an exciting one, folks! Minneapolis superstars/old buds (and our children's favorite band) KOO KOO KANGA ROO (aka Neil Olstad and Bryan Atchison) join us for a super fun discussion and a quiz that'll have you jumping up out of your dang chair. Topics discussed include:-describing your wacky band on an airplane-Smash Mouth opening for *NSYNC-characters from Cats-Pancake Day-Lemonade at the White House-lyrical references to Happy Gilmore& MORERELEVANT LINKS:https://kookookangaroo.com/https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banter-buddies/id954197501Mona's merch (New summer drop tomorrow 5/28): https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

Our friend/bassist Dave Larsen aka No. 1 Chip Daddy drops by for a taste of this flavor packed quiz! Does he have what it takes to crunch his way through the whole bag of questions?Topics discussed include:-do do do's in popular tunes-an album tracklist challenge-a tale of chip mascot controversy-the fastest skateboarder ever-Shaq stats-secret dogs& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:No.1 Chip Daddy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/no.1chipdaddy/Ed Toufee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edtouffee/Mona's merch etc: http://ramonamuselambert.com

We are dialing up the long distance operator to connect us to sunny Savannah, GA for a good old fashioned quiz and chat with Paige Harwell Samek, the maker behind the fabulous Drainbowland line of jewelry & accessories.Topics discussed include:-Dyson difficulties-1998-2000 era Metallica-smoking cigars in the sky-Lucky Charms lineup changes-comedy movies for Catholics-seasonal scents of Savannah& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:https://www.drainbowland.com/https://www.instagram.com/drainbowland/https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

Our pal and prolific musician/artist Luke Belknap harnessed the power of the full moon to guide them through this week's tough questions. Listen to find out if that will be enough to take home the one million dollars!Topics discussed include:-corporate facial hair policies-democracy through M&M's-stand-up comedians from good to bad-Ringo's least favorite Beatles song-a Sodastream in classic cinema-mouse and/or bat frequencies& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Luke's music projects:https://huxleymaxwell.bandcamp.com/https://justicefetish.bandcamp.com/releaseshttps://goldblums.bandcamp.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/huxley_maxwell/Mona's merch (including brand new stuff!): https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

It's our first time quizzing two guests at once! The result is a delightful party as Katie In and Erik Jarvis of the band Pink Neighbor join us to discuss their new EP and indulge in some serious quizness.Topics discussed include:-Derek's unfavorable singing habits-an epic Macarena-based love story-the eyes of the animal kingdom-kissable Jonathan Taylor Thomas posters-watching movies at warp speed-fabric-only scissors& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Pink Neighbor's website: https://www.pinkneighbor.comOrganic/Plastic EP: https://pinkneighbor.bandcamp.com/album/organic-plasticPink Neighbor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pink_neighbor/Mona's merch etc: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

This week, we are placing a long distance call to the Big Apple (that's a nickname for New York City) for a chat with model/internet funnyperson Sahara Johnson.Topics discussed include:-butterfly exterminators-strange world records-Cathy checkbook dreams-child pop stars-the ocean-popular seltzer flavors& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Sahara on Instagram: www.instagram.com/aaroncarterofficial/Mona's merch, etc. (enter code QUIZSHOW for 15% off now through April 30th): https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/goodsforsale

We've got a real good fella in the quiz cafe this week! Musician/teacher/dad Elliot Imes knocks this pod right into the turnbuckle, tune in to find out if he reigns victorious.Topics discussed include:-wacky t-shirt slogans from the PBS catalog-Goodfellas quotes-WWE stars making music-the Beatles last show-ice cream flavors& MORE!!RELEVANT LINKS:New Tyborn Jig album! https://tybornjig.bandcamp.com/Mona's merch & more: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

Carissa Starleaf (of vintage shop Found+Formed and jewelry line Luxe Debris) joins us for a blazin' batch of quiz questions and some solid middle school memories.Topics discussed include:-reality television facts-the dangers of quicksand-a new segment called "I Messed Up, Okay?"-the world's most expensive dollhouse-Alice Cooper's sports bar-real big jigsaw puzzles& MUCH MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Found+Formed Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/foundandformedshop/Found+Formed FB: https://www.facebook.com/foundandformedLuxe Debris shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/luxedebrisLuxe Debris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luxedebris/Mona's merch, etc: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

Mona's cool cousin Antony Muse (also the artist/entrepreneur behind Muse Clothing) joins us for an unprecedented quiz performance, even bringing a few questions of his own to flip the script and quiz the quizmasters. Can you handle it?Topics discussed include:-steamy metal band fantasy novels-Rock Paper Scissors controversy-a global jelly bean belt-celebrities dissing their outfits-Derek's stunning Robert de Niro impression-The Rock vs. Kid Rock 2024& MUCH MORE!REVELANT LINKS:Muse Clothing: http://www.museclothing.co/Antony on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/antonymuse/Muse Clothing on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muse.clothing/Mona's merch etc: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

Dig through the Dewey Decimal System of your mind for this one, folks, as jack of all trades (comedian, singer, actor, librarian, PTA mom) Kate Thompson takes a seat at the quiz throne!Topics discussed include:-Bob Dylan first dates-the Spider Man musical-Arnold Schwarzenegger-Punk rock, maaaan-toddler rage-hoarder museums& MORE!

We are slingin' quiz questions into the Bayou as multimedia artist/creative guru Rob Stephens joins us all the way from New Orleans.Topics discussed include:-Daniel Tiger for adults-unpleasant piñata surprises-The Cryptkeeper-carnival lingo-conspiracy theories-angry Tarot readings& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Rob's art & more: https://www.goodkidrob.com/Rob on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/goodkidrob/Mona's art classes (sign-up ends Fri 3/19): https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/classes

This week, crafter/musician/creative force Grace Locke Ward holds down the quiz beat as we belt out one tough question after another.Topics discussed include:-microwaveable cookbooks-America's most popular pet-flying farm animals-Hank Hill origins-Larry Bird's nickname-Derek's lyrical missteps& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Systems Unlimited Artists on Instagram: instagram.com/artists_at_sui/Grace on Instagram: instagram.com/gracelohr/3/13 Zoom Bingo sign-up: http://bit.ly/30A2bzYMona's merch: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

We are quizzin' to the dang cosmos this week as artist and screen printer Andy Schmidt of Starman Press hops into the pod rocket. Topics discussed include:-the world's most expensive poster-Kevin James fight scenes-smut as a pandemic coping method-gravy's disgusting nickname-a riddle lightning round-basketball for a few seconds& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS: Starman Press posters: https://starmanpress.bigcartel.com/Starman Press on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/starmanpress/NEW merch from Mona: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/goodsforsale

Strap on your fedoras as we uncover classified quiz knowledge and fly some unidentified flying questions with artist & musician Jessica Villegas. Topics discussed include:-post-Covid karaoke fantasies-bee sex-fruits and their cousins vegetables-funky barista tales-Spam abundance in paradise-all the small things about UFOS& SO MUCH MORE!RELEVANTS LINKS-Jess on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessveeeee/-Jess' musichttps://jessvee.bandcamp.com/https://foxholesdsm.bandcamp.com/-Feb 27th Zoom Quiz sign-up: https://forms.gle/sVDxCkQbEWhatoFw7-Ramona's art, merch, etc: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/

On episode 3, we engage the overdrive circuit of the mind as guitarist/drummer Joryn Brown shreds his way through this week's quiz.Topics discussed include:-children swearing-super cold things-80s hair bands-funk rock stunts-guitar pedals for just a minute I swear-toddler pop hits-& MORE!RELEVANT LINKS:Joryn's bands:LVVMAKING - https://open.spotify.com/artist/7dqgDexuIlqndtZ8ABOW9ACrooked Torus - https://crookedtorus.bandcamp.com/Crooked Torus 7" - https://brokerstiprecords.com/products/crooked-torus-gibs-on-fridge-b-w-mystic-fire-brokers-tip-008(NOT Joryn) Jordy - Dur Dur D'Etre Bebe: https://youtu.be/XYJJagkGKlYRamona's merch, quiz & bingo sign-up, etc.: https://www.ramonamuselambert.com/