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Mike Malloy Trivia Quiz

This bold and witty radio host has provided fearless political commentary on the airwaves for over twenty years. Here is a quiz on his life and career. Hope you enjoy. Thanks.

A multiple-choice quiz by neon000. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
neon000

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
267,723

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

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175

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Question 1 of 10

1. For what television network was Mike a writer in the 1980s? Hint

MSNBC

CNN

CNBC

EWTN

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of the following names did Mike use when referring to his listeners? Hint

Spelunkers

Explorers

Deputies

Truth seekers

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Question 3 of 10

3. What was the first radio station on which Mike hosted his own show? Hint

WINS, New York

WKY, Oklahoma City

WFLA, Tampa

WSB, Atlanta

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Question 4 of 10

4. Which of the following is an expression Mike commonly uses to express his frustration with his political rivals? Hint

"Have I mentioned yet tonight how much I hate these people?"

"Okay, who brought the rutabagas?"

"It's getting hot in here, isn't it?"

"Clear the table, it's going to get ugly."

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Question 5 of 10

5. For what radio network did Mike host a show from 2004 to 2006? Hint

Air America

Westwood One

Salem Communications

Jacor

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Question 6 of 10

6. Until the advent of satellite radio, swearing was off limits on American radio stations. Which of the following euphemisms does Mike regularly say on the air? Hint

Consarnit

Batsqueeze

Dadgumit

Horsefeathers

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which of the following U.S. political figures is *not* correctly matched with the referring name Mike uses for him or her? Hint

Donald Rumsfeld: Rumsferatu

Lynne Cheney: Lon Cheney

Dick Cheney: Pickles

President George W. Bush: Bunny Pants

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Question 8 of 10

8. Which is *not* one of the universities at which Malloy studied? Hint

Dartmouth College

North Carolina State University

Georgia State University

Jacksonville State University, Florida

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Question 9 of 10

9. What polka song does Mike sometimes play on the show, and invite the listeners to sing along? Hint

Jenny Lind

Who Stole the Keeshka?

I'll Marry You on Sunday

Roll Out the Barrel

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Question 10 of 10

10. What radio service began to air Mike's show in July, 2007? Hint

XM Satellite Radio

Cox Radio

Salem Communications

I.E. America

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. For what television network was Mike a writer in the 1980s?

Answer: CNN

He worked for the station from 1984 to 1987. The channel's offices are located in Atlanta, Georgia.

2. Which of the following names did Mike use when referring to his listeners?

Answer: Truth seekers

Mike usually opens the show with commentaries on the major events from the news. He also makes time for listener phone calls.

3. What was the first radio station on which Mike hosted his own show?

Answer: WSB, Atlanta

Mike was born in 1943. Among his interests are music and literature; on special occasions he may read from books such as "1984."

4. Which of the following is an expression Mike commonly uses to express his frustration with his political rivals?

Answer: "Have I mentioned yet tonight how much I hate these people?"

Mike may use the phrase to punctuate an especially stressful news story. The other three sayings are made up.

5. For what radio network did Mike host a show from 2004 to 2006?

Answer: Air America

Mike garnered a loyal fan following in response to his combative satirical style. Among the best-loved callers were Madge, an Indiana resident who shared pithy stories about life and the political atmosphere, and Brother Sky, whose long, rambling calls about nothing much induced fits of laughter in Mike and the audience.

6. Until the advent of satellite radio, swearing was off limits on American radio stations. Which of the following euphemisms does Mike regularly say on the air?

Answer: Batsqueeze

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) does not take kindly to those who break its rules about swearing on air. It can levy fines that literally run into the millions. Controversial deejays such as Howard Stern have frequently run into content issues with the FCC. Malloy, however, has not. His style is certainly provocative, but he has managed to stay within the guidelines.

7. Which of the following U.S. political figures is *not* correctly matched with the referring name Mike uses for him or her?

Answer: Dick Cheney: Pickles

"Pickles" is the name that Malloy coined for First Lady Laura Bush. Mike refers to Dick Cheney as, among other things, "Cyborg Man."

8. Which is *not* one of the universities at which Malloy studied?

Answer: Dartmouth College

Mike studied English and Political Science during his years in college. Authors of political books are often guests on his radio show.

9. What polka song does Mike sometimes play on the show, and invite the listeners to sing along?

Answer: Who Stole the Keeshka?

Mike loves music, and while he usually plays classic rock on the show, he will sometimes throw in this polka song. He then "leads" in a spirited sing-along.

10. What radio service began to air Mike's show in July, 2007?

Answer: XM Satellite Radio

After a contract dispute with Air America in 2006, Mike's show was carried by Internet broadcaster Nova M Radio. However, in the early part of July, 2007, the issues with Air America apparently resolved, Malloy returned to the airwaves via XM.

Source: Author neon000

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