The Indicator from Planet Money Bonus episode: The Indicator plays... movie business trivia!
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Jul 20, 2025 
Ella Feldman, a summer fellow at The Indicator, brings a fun challenge as the hosts dive into a movie trivia showdown. They engage in lively banter, racing to identify films based on cryptic descriptions. Highlights include nostalgic references to classics like 'Ghostbusters' and insights on the impact of the Barbie film. The atmosphere is filled with laughter and friendly competition, inviting listeners to join in on the trivia fun as they explore memorable pop culture moments.
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Darian's Ghostbusters Anecdote
- Darian Woods impressed by knowing the movie Ghostbusters despite not having watched it fully.
- He even saw a Ghostbusters car in New York, blending real and fictional worlds.
Monsters, Inc. Energy Insight
- Monsters, Inc. shows energy sourced from children's screams through doors.
- High-trained staff avoid contact with the energy source due to contamination fears.
Waylon's Willy Wonka Role
- Waylon Wong played Augustus Gloop's mother in a 4th-grade Willy Wonka play.
- He used a pillow to look bigger and practiced a German accent with a coach.