The MeatEater Podcast Ep. 709: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXVI
May 28, 2025
Join a lively trivia showdown where participants compete for $500 towards conservation! Dive into fishing tales and wildlife wonders, punctuated by laugh-out-loud anecdotes. The discussion touches on the quirks of rating experiences and a hilarious restaurant review. From playful banter to fascinating trivia about musicians and salmon, camaraderie shines through. Plus, the importance of mental health is underscored with a resource highlight, along with the introduction of a new podcast exploring the American West!
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Smallest World Record Fish
- The smallest world record freshwater fish by weight is the yellow perch at 4 pounds, 3 ounces.
- This record, caught in 1865, is the longest standing freshwater fish world record.
Citizen Science Defined
- Citizen science involves public participation in scientific research, often to gather data.
- It's widely used in tracking wildlife and weather, as with the Audubon Society's Christmas Bird Count.
Trivia Reaction Topples Art
- Randall Williams accidentally broke a framed drawing while reacting to a trivia question.
- The drawing, by Clay, depicts a Stormtrooper-like character hunting a hog from a dream.