Podcast Summary: The MeatEater Podcast
Episode: Ep. 721: Game On, Suckers! MeatEater Trivia CLXX
Release Date: June 25, 2025

Introduction to MeatEater Trivia

In this engaging episode of The MeatEater Podcast, host Spencer Newharth introduces MeatEater Trivia, a unique game show segment where conservation always takes the win. The show features four contestants—Giannis Brody, Corey, Marge Roman, and Seth—competing over ten rounds of trivia questions spanning MeatEater’s core topics: hunting, fishing, conservation, and cooking.

Spencer Newharth sets the stage at [02:34], emphasizing the show's commitment to conservation with the enticing prize: "Meat eater will donate $500 to the Conservation organization of the winner's choosing for the stat of the week."

Gameplay and Trivia Highlights

The trivia competition kicks off with Question 1 centered on woodsmanship:

• Question 1 [08:03]:
  "If a lightning strike and thunder are separated by 10 seconds, then how far away is the lightning?"
  Correct Answer: 2 miles
  Spencer notes humorously at [10:12], "We were always all thinking we were a lot closer or a lot farther."

Question 2 [10:14]:

• Topic: Conservation
• Prompt: "This seven-letter word is defined as the breaking of ice chunks from the edge of a glacier."
  Correct Answer: Calving
  *Marge shares an insightful experience at [12:02], recounting, "We camped while we were... the whole valley below us was a glacier. So you'd lay there at night in your tent and just hear that thing."

Question 3 [13:04]:

• Topic: Fishing
• Prompt: "Who is singing the song that includes, 'She'd be packing all her things, and she'd be gone by noon'?"
  Correct Answer: Brad Paisley
  *Corey humorously reflects at [16:43], "There you go."
  Spencer highlights the song’s accolades, mentioning its CMA nominations at [16:26].

Question 4 [17:58]:

• Topic: Hunting
• Prompt: "Common, hooded, and red-breasted are the three types of this North American diver duck."
  Correct Answer: Merganser
  *Corey comments at [19:22], "They probably have a good time."
  Spencer elaborates on the bird’s characteristics at [19:33], noting, "Mergansers are categorized as saw bill diving ducks... considered one of the worst tasting ducks a hunter can harvest."

Question 5 [20:02]:

• Topic: Cooking
• Prompt: "This culinary technique is defined as quickly cooking food in boiling water, then dunking it in ice water to stop the cooking process."
  Correct Answer: Blanching
  *Corey shares his gardening practices at [22:31], "The only thing I've harvested from my garden yet is a few strawberries and some radishes."

Further Questions:
The trivia continues with questions on natural history, gear, and more, each accompanied by lively discussions and humorous exchanges among the contestants. Noteworthy moments include debates over correct spellings ([28:39]) and shared anecdotes about personal experiences related to the questions.

Player Interactions and Banter

Throughout the episode, Spencer Newharth maintains a dynamic and entertaining rapport with the contestants:

• Humorous Exchanges:
  At [07:55], Steve Rinella jokes about sending Spencer to Africa, while Spencer responds, "No, 31 times I've been sent this question."
  During a fishing question at [36:02], they discuss the challenges of ice fishing, with Marge lamenting the difficulty at [32:55].

• Shared Experiences:
  Spencer and Marge reminisce about hunting trips and the sounds of glaciers, adding depth to the trivia topics.

• Friendly Competition:
  As the game progresses, the competition heats up with close scores, culminating in a tie between Brody and Seth that leads to a tense tiebreaker round.

Final Results and Winner Announcement

As the trivia nears its conclusion, the scores are tight, with Seth and Giannis leading alongside other contestants. The final standard question determines the winner:

• Tiebreaker Question [43:18]:
  "How many states have a national grassland?"
  Correct Answer: 12
  Winner: Seth
  Spencer announces, "12 states have a national grassland."
  Seth triumphantly declares, "500 going to BHA via Seth." acknowledging the prize will support conservation efforts.

Conclusion and Future Episodes

The episode wraps up with celebratory remarks for Seth and a teaser for upcoming MeatEater Trivia episodes. Spencer Newharth encourages listeners to participate in future trivia games and stay tuned for more engaging content that champions conservation and the outdoors.

Notable Quotes

• Spencer Newharth [10:14]:
  "If a lightning strike and thunder are separated by 10 seconds, then how far away is the lightning?"
  "We were always all thinking we were a lot closer or a lot farther."

• Marge Roman [12:02]:
  "We camped while we were... the whole valley below us was a glacier. So you'd lay there at night in your tent and just hear that thing."

• Spencer Newharth [19:33]:
  "Mergansers are categorized as saw bill diving ducks... considered one of the worst tasting ducks a hunter can harvest."

• Corey Calkins [22:31]:
  "The only thing I've harvested from my garden yet is a few strawberries and some radishes."

• Spencer Newharth [28:39]:
  "Make it slang. Drop the G. Is everybody ready?"

This detailed summary encapsulates the lively and informative atmosphere of MeatEater Trivia, highlighting the contestants' knowledge, the host's engaging style, and the overarching theme of conservation. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to the series, this episode offers a captivating blend of education and entertainment centered around the great outdoors.