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TBQ 408: Buckling Up
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TBQ 408: Buckling Up

May 13, 2015

I’m in to self preservation. I think it’s my desire to live as long as I can. But one of the most simple things people can do to increase their odds in a bad situation is to wear a seatbelt. I know it’s one of the easiest things to do, So I want to know:   What percentage of the time do you wear...

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TBQ 407: Props to You
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TBQ 407: Props to You

May 12, 2015

There are many items that appear in movies that are central to the plot. You can’t have The Maltese Falcon without a Maltese Falcon. And Dorothy wouldn’t make it home without some stylish footwear. So I want to know:   Which movie prop would you most like to...

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TBQ 406: End of Idol
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TBQ 406: End of Idol

May 11, 2015

American Idol will end after the upcoming 15th season. I can’t say I really care, but many people watched the show religiously, at least in the early seasons. So I want to know:   What season did American Idol stop being...

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TBQ 405: Mom 2015
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TBQ 405: Mom 2015

May 10, 2015

Today is Mother’s Day, so you should call your mom if you can. So with that out of the way, I want to know:   What is the most embarrassing thing your mom ever did to...

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TBQ 404: Tornado Time
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TBQ 404: Tornado Time

May 9, 2015

The weather is a favorite topic of many people. It’s something that we all have in common if we are in the same geographic region. Rich and poor alike must deal with the weather. And if you live in the midwest, you deal with tornadoes frequently. I certainly hope everyone stays safe despite the weather, but I want to know:   What is the...

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TBQ 403: Sit and Play
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TBQ 403: Sit and Play

May 8, 2015

I can’t imagine what cavemen did to pass the time when they took a dump. Without a smartphone or any printed material, it must’ve been simply relieving oneself without really enjoying relieving oneself. But luckily we don’t live in caveman times, so we have the advantage of handheld electronic devices. You can’t beat that. So I want to know:   What iPhone or Android...

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TBQ 402: Sports Aftermath
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Coming off one of the biggest sports weekends in history, the fallout has been bad for a couple of guys. So I want to know:   Who is having the worst week in sports: Tom Brady or Manny...

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TBQ 401: Deflategate
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TBQ 401: Deflategate

May 6, 2015

So the Patriots likely knew balls were deflated prior to the AFC Championship game against the Indianapolis Colts. Conveniently, the report came out just after the NFL Draft. I’m not saying this was intentional, but the timing is odd. Either way, I guess they aren’t going to go back and play the game again, nor are they going to strip the Patriots of the...

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TBQ 400: Cinco de Mayo
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As with any holiday, there needs to be something said about Cinco de Mayo. Unknown to most, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico’s independence day. So I want to know if you know:   Do you know the reason that Cinco de Mayo is...

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TBQ 399: May the 4th 2015
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The Star Wars buzz is probably as high as it could be this year. With a new film coming this year people have likely been dusting off the old movies to prep themselves for the new ones. So, if you have seen the old films recently, I want to know:   What is the dumbest plot point in the original Star Wars...

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TBQ 398: The Fight
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TBQ 398: The Fight

May 3, 2015

USA Today ripped apart the Mayweather-Pacquiao boxing match for obvious reasons. It wasn’t good. But people still plunked down $100 to watch the fight in HD. So I want to know:   How much would you pay to see a Mayweather-Pacquiao...

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TBQ 396: Avengers 2
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TBQ 396: Avengers 2

May 1, 2015

Avengers: Age of Ultron has been released and the reviews are mostly positive. While I wish it was called Avengers 2 so it would be easier to keep track of twenty years from now, I won’t complain too much. Instead, I want to know:   Which Avenger needs to be added for Avengers...

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TBQ 394: Mariota
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TBQ 394: Mariota

Apr 29, 2015

The 2015 NFL Draft starts tomorrow night in Chicago. While everyone assumes that Jameis Winston will go first overall, there is a lot of speculation about where the #2 pick will end up because a trade could very well happen. So I want to know:   What team do you think will end up with Marcus Mariota in the 2015 NFL...

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TBQ 393: Baltimore Orioles
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The Baltimore Orioles and the Chicago White Sox will play a game tomorrow that will be closed to the public. Obviously, this is a result of the riots, but the idea that a baseball game will take place without an audience is truly bizarre. There have been some games with incredibly low attendance, but this may be the first instance of a professional sports...

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TBQ 392: Pie
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TBQ 392: Pie

Apr 27, 2015

Pie is a versatile food. A chicken pot pie can provide a hearty meal. A slice of apple pie can take care of your sweet tooth. There are many excellent fillings to put in between the crusts, so I want to know:   What is your favorite slice of...

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TBQ 390: Binge Watching
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Whether catching up on a show or getting hooked on a new one, I imagine that a fair amount of people binge watch a show at some point. So I want to know:   What was the last television show you binge...

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TBQ 389: Supervolcano
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TBQ 389: Supervolcano

Apr 24, 2015

The Yellowstone Supervolcano is pretty big. But scientists assume it’s not an immediate threat to our survival. But it’s still amazing to think of the destructive force that sits far below the surface, just waiting to blow up. Rest easy for now and answer today’s question:   What is your survival plan if the Yellowstone Supervolcano...

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TBQ 388: Mets
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TBQ 388: Mets

Apr 23, 2015

The New York Mets have just recorded an eleven game winning streak. That record is quite impressive considering that the Mets haven’t had a good team in ages. But it makes me want to know:   Will the New York Mets make the MLB...

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TBQ 387: Earth Day 2015
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Today is Earth Day. It’s good that people are aware of the environment and their impact on it. And Arbor Day just wasn’t getting the job done. So I want to know:   How do you celebrate Earth...

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TBQ 386: Loch Ness Monster
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Google has made today’s Doodle the Loch Ness Monster. I’m more than skeptical about the existence of a large aquatic dinosaur being alive in Loch Ness. But it sure is fun to imagine. And the most iconic image of the Loch Ness Monster was confirmed to be fake, so there’s that. But in the sprit of the day, I want to know:   Will...

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TBQ 385: Relief
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TBQ 385: Relief

Apr 20, 2015

I think everyone loves getting good news. Great news is even better. So I want to know:   What news has brought you the most relief in your...

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TBQ 384: Box Office Supremacy
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It’s tough to imagine that any movie will make more money than the upcoming Star Wars sequel. The teaser trailer has people incredibly excited. So, with that in mind, I want to know:   What is your early box office total prediction for Star Wars...

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TBQ 383: Date Night
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TBQ 383: Date Night

Apr 18, 2015

I hope that everyone goes out on dates at some point. It’s fun to get out of the house and enjoy a different atmosphere. So I want to know:   Where is your favorite place when out on a...

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TBQ 381: Pizza Wars
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TBQ 381: Pizza Wars

Apr 16, 2015

When I was a kid, my hometown had two chain pizza options. Years later, there are quite a few more. So just focusing on the major chains, I Want to know:   Which major pizza chain has the best...

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TBQ 380: Tax Day 2015
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TBQ 380: Tax Day 2015

Apr 15, 2015

In addition to your certain death, you can look forward to taxes being collected by the government. Between sales tax, property tax, personal property tax, federal income tax and state income tax, they will get you somehow. Even a little kid has to learn about sales tax early in life. Taxes are a necessary evil, but they sure can hurt. And today is the...

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TBQ 379: Tuesday is Okay
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Every day of the week has something special about it. Some days signal the end of your work week. Others are the days you have an activity lined up or you go out to dinner because kids eat free. Maybe your favorite television show comes on. Whatever the case, I want to know:   What fun activity do you do exclusively on...

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TBQ 378: Work Out Blues
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Getting and staying in shape is a goal for many a person. We put ourselves through some ridiculous maneuvers to achieve that goal. Some moves we love, others we hate. So I want to know:   What is your least favorite exercise you do when working...

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TBQ 377: Important Stuff
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Hillary Clinton surprised approximately nobody today by announcing her candidacy for President of the United States of America. But there is another bit of big news today: Game of Thrones is back for a fifth season. That should also surprise nobody, given its universal praise. So despite the news not shocking anyone, I want to know:   What’s a bigger deal: Hillary Clinton running...

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TBQ 376: The Masters
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TBQ 376: The Masters

Apr 11, 2015

The PGA Masters Tournament is will conclude tomorrow and Jordan Spieth has a decent lead over the field. But there are several big names that have had impressive rounds today and may put a little pressure on Spieth to have a great Sunday. So I want to know:   Where do you think Woods, Mickelson and McIlroy will finish in the...

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TBQ 375: Bike Wrecks
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TBQ 375: Bike Wrecks

Apr 10, 2015

So you’re cruising down the street on your amazing bicycle that you got for your birthday or Christmas. You gain a little too much speed and the next thing you know, you had a bike wreck. I hope that very few people make it to adulthood without a bike wreck, even if it’s a minor one. So I want to know:   What caused...

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TBQ 374: Passwords
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TBQ 374: Passwords

Apr 9, 2015

We all have them. Some of us have more than others. But passwords are necessary for just about every service I can think of. Your social media accounts, your music service accounts, your bank, your credit card company and many others require a password to log in to their sites. So I want to know:   How many passwords do you think you have...

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TBQ 372: Brontosaurus
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TBQ 372: Brontosaurus

Apr 7, 2015

He’s back and better than ever! The brontosaurus wasn’t a real dinosaur after 1903, according to some paleontologist. But now some other paleontologists say that other paleontologist was wrong. So now the brontosaurus is ascending the ranks of all-time greatest dinosaurs, much to the chagrin of the apatosaurus and brachiosaurus. So with this great and historic news, I want to know:   Where does...

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TBQ 371: MLB Closing Day
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Hope springs eternal on Opening Day of the MLB season. Then reality comes crashing down when you realize your team didn’t make great offseason moves and your star players are past their primes. It’s nice cheering for a good team that always has a chance. But I feel like true fandom is cheering your terrible team in the middle of a lost season. With...

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TBQ 370: MLB Opening Day
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The Major League Baseball season kicks off tonight with one game, followed by a full slate tomorrow. So before any action occurs, I want to know:   Who is your Opening Day pick to win the MLB World...

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TBQ 369: NCAA Basketball
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I know, you’ve probably seen enough NCAA basketball to last you a lifetime.  But I want to know:   Who do you think will play for the NCAA Basketball Championship on...

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TBQ 368: Religious Freedom
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Something has to be said about the topic of the “religious freedom’ bills in Indiana and Arkansas. Personally, it seems like a very thinly veiled attack on a certain group of people. But others see it as protection against having to support a lifestyle they don’t agree with. Either way, it’s been at the top of the news page. So I want to know:...

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TBQ 367: Old TV Shows
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TBQ 367: Old TV Shows

Apr 2, 2015

X-Files was recently dug up by Fox for some new episodes. NBC decided it was a great idea to revive Coach. Now there is word that Netflix is thinking about starting up a new Full House series. So I want to know:   Are you likely to watch new episodes of X-Files, Coach, or Full...

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TBQ 366: April Fools
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TBQ 366: April Fools

Apr 1, 2015

Today is the day where you find out if people and companies have a good sense of humor. So I want to know:   What is the best April Fools’ Day prank you’ve ever...

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TBQ 365: Year One
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TBQ 365: Year One

Mar 31, 2015

Welcome to the last question of they year. Now I know that tomorrow isn’t the first day of the calendar year, but it is the first day of TBQ’s year two. So after today, 365 questions will have been asked. I’m not sure how many repeats I have, but I’m sure it’s less than 365. With that, let’s get to today’s question:   What...

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TBQ 364: Spring Fun
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TBQ 364: Spring Fun

Mar 30, 2015

Spring is here. I was personally expecting warmer weather, but I’m sure that will come and I’ll be wishing for cooler weather. Some people are hard to please. So once Spring kicks in to full gear, I want to know:   What is your favorite seasonal activity for...

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TBQ 362: Wrestling IV
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TBQ 362: Wrestling IV

Mar 28, 2015

Wrestlemania 31 is just one short day away. With the excitement at a a fever pitch, I want to know:   When is the last time you actually watched...

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TBQ 361: Wrestling III
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TBQ 361: Wrestling III

Mar 27, 2015

Wrestlemania 31 is this Sunday. It’s WWE’s biggest event of the year, so I want to know:   Which match at Wrestlemania 31 are you most excited...

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TBQ 359: Wrestling I
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TBQ 359: Wrestling I

Mar 25, 2015

Wrestlemania Week is here. And regardless of when you were born, you probably have some knowledge of professional wrestling. There have been some amazing characters over the years and the WWE has been a major player in American pop culture for over thirty years. So I want to know:   Who is your all-time favorite...

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TBQ 358: Stitches
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TBQ 358: Stitches

Mar 24, 2015

Maybe you’ve lived your entire life without incident. But if you’re like me, you’ve been to the doctor on more than one occasion to get a wound stitched up. Some have been relatively minor. Others have required a little more work. So I want to know:   How many stitches have you received in your...

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TBQ 357: Historical
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TBQ 357: Historical

Mar 23, 2015

Sometimes when people are talking, they say something incorrectly or mispronounce a difficult word. It’s hard for me not to correct them, but I realize that doing so will make me the bad guy. So I try to just let it go. But one thing that comes up every once in a while is the pronoun to use in front of “historical.” So I...

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TBQ 356: Sleepless
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TBQ 356: Sleepless

Mar 22, 2015

As a kid, I felt it was some bizarre badge of courage to see how long I could stay awake. There was never any good reason to stay awake longer than necessary, but I always tried to push up that number. So I want to know:   What is the longest amount of time you have gone without...

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TBQ 354: NCAA Shockers
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TBQ 354: NCAA Shockers

Mar 20, 2015

While the second day of the Round of 64 isn’t complete, there have already been some great games and absolute shockers thus far. So I want to know:   What has been the biggest surprise of the NCAA Tournament so...

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