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The Audacity of Trivia

The Audacity of Trivia

By: Christopher Smith and Jon Ross
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Experience "trivia that isn't trivial," as two academics try to stump each other with multiple choice questions based on the week's headlines. Hosted by Christopher Smith of Vermont and Jon Ross of Chicago. For more info, visit audacityoftrivia.com Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Audacity of Trivia 206
    Mar 8 2026

    Jon and Chris let history be their guide this week as they look at panic, speculation, overvaluation, inconsequential American Presidents, and much more! PLUS Olympics-- Elvis-- Frank Sinatra-- precious metals! Can one "traverse" the past? Tune in and find out!

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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Audacity of Trivia 205
    Feb 22 2026

    On this week's episode Jon reviews Supreme Court Justices' opinions on tariffs (and declares "taxation without representation!") while Chris thinks about the panopticon, the surviellance state, and how being watched changes one's behavior. PLUS Olympics-- Elvis-- the Beatles-- the Clintons-- the Royal Family-- Earth, Wind, and Fire-- the Missouri Compromise-- and so much more! #AmericasBestPodcast

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Audacity of Trivia 204
    57 mins
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