Who Smarted? – Trusty Trivia: UFOs!!! (January 22, 2026)

Episode Overview

This quick and lively episode of "Who Smarted?" turns its attention skyward, inviting young listeners on a trivia adventure exploring the mysterious world of UFOs. With humor, engaging questions, and a dash of cosmic curiosity, the trusty narrator encourages listeners to test their smarts about unidentified flying objects, the reality behind UFO sightings, and which modern agencies handle serious sky mysteries. It’s light, interactive, and packed with just enough real-world fact to prompt kids — and grown-ups — to look up at the stars and wonder.

Key Discussion Points & Trivia

1. What Does "UFO" Stand For?

• Trivia Q1: “What does UFO stand for? Is it A: Unidentified Flying Object, B: Universal Fun Orb, or C: Ultra Fancy Ostrich?”
• Answer: “Going with A, you're officially identified as correct. UFO simply means something flying that hasn't been identified yet.”
  • Speaker (Host) at [01:13]:

    "UFO simply means something flying that hasn't been identified yet."

2. Are All UFOs Alien Spaceships?

• Trivia Q2: “Are all UFOs alien spaceships? A: Yes, B: No, C: Only on Tuesdays.”
• Answer: “Did you choose B? You are grounded in the facts. Many UFOs turn out to be planes, drones or weather balloons.”
  • Speaker (Host) at [01:35]:

    "Many UFOs turn out to be planes, drones or weather balloons."

3. Who Studies UFO Reports Today?

• Trivia Q3: “Which U.S. government group studies UFO reports today? Is it A: NASA, B: The Pentagon, or C: The Galactic Council?”
• Answer: “If you picked B, you are cleared for takeoff. The Pentagon investigates reports of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, or UAP.”
  • Speaker (Host) at [01:54]:

    "The Pentagon investigates reports of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena, or U-A-P."

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Energetic Encouragement:
  • [01:59] Host:

    "You're light years ahead, smarty pants. So join us next week for more mysterious trivia."

• Playful Humor:
  • Each answer option includes a silly distractor (e.g., "Universal Fun Orb," "Only on Tuesdays," "Galactic Council") — keeping kids giggling while they think.
• Connection to Past Content:
  • [02:09] Host:

    "And if you want to learn more, check out our UFOs episode in the Who Smarted archives. Keep on smarting and keep on having fun."

Timestamps for Key Segments

• [00:00] – Introduction & Character Cameo:
  Snoop the detective dog appears for a lighthearted greeting before the trivia.
• [00:41] – Shout Out to Listeners:
  International shoutout to Joseph and Victoria in Germany.
• [01:07] – UFO Trivia Begins:
  Trivia gameplay starts, keeping the tone interactive and fun.
• [01:13] – What Does UFO Stand For?
• [01:35] – Are All UFOs Alien Spaceships?
• [01:54] – Who Studies UFOs Today?
• [01:59] – Episode Wrap-up and Invitation to Future Trivia
• [02:09] – Suggestion to Listen to Archived Episode on UFOs

Tone, Interactivity & Educational Approach

• Playful and Encouraging:
  The host maintains a cheerful, upbeat delivery, peppering answers with affirmations like "You're officially identified as correct" and "You're light years ahead, smarty pants."
• Silly Distractions:
  The use of imaginative incorrect answers prompts laughter while reinforcing the facts.
• Inclusive and Direct:
  Directly addresses the listeners as "smarty pants," making kids feel personally involved in the game.

Episode Takeaway

“Who Smarted?” lets kids know that UFOs aren’t always about aliens—in fact, they’re often just things we haven’t figured out yet! The episode encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and joy in learning, while offering a simple way for families or classrooms to talk about science and government investigation of unexplained phenomena.

Closing Message:

"Keep on smarting and keep on having fun." (Host, [02:09])