Is Uri Geller the Real-Life Wizard of Oz?

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The forum discussion revolves around a playful "Who is?" game where participants ask and answer questions about various famous figures, ranging from Uri Geller to historical personalities like Charles Lyell and Karl Marx. The conversation highlights the participants' knowledge of pop culture, history, and literature, showcasing their ability to connect names with their respective contributions or roles. The discussion is characterized by humor and camaraderie, with users engaging in light-hearted banter while testing each other's knowledge.

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  • Familiarity with pop culture references and historical figures.
  • Basic understanding of literature and its notable authors.
  • Knowledge of significant scientific contributors, particularly in geology and philosophy.
  • Awareness of television and film history, including actors and their roles.
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  • Research the contributions of Charles Lyell to geology and his influence on Charles Darwin.
  • Explore the life and works of Karl Marx and his impact on social sciences.
  • Investigate the significance of Uri Geller's claims in the context of modern skepticism and magic.
  • Learn about the cultural impact of television shows from the 1980s and 1990s, including "Perfect Strangers."
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This discussion is beneficial for trivia enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in the intersections of pop culture, literature, and science. It serves as an engaging resource for those looking to enhance their knowledge of notable figures across various domains.

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who is Uri Geller?
 
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Isn't he the guy who claims he can bend spoons by the power of his mind while rubbing then?
 
Check, it's now your turn to ask a "who is ..." question :smile:
 
Oh is that how this works?

Ok... HMMM...

Who is...

Bronson Pinchot?

No googling!

Why'd I have to pick such a lame person? lol
 
Bronson Pinchot is an actor. Are you looking for something more specific...I really don't know anything more than that.
 
OK, Gokul, you started it. Now you have to ask a "who is" question! :biggrin:
 
Who is a famous mystical seer named after the Virgin Mary ?
 
Pinchot played Balki on Perfect Strangers. Wasn't that the best show ever? lol
 
Would this be Maria Esperanza (from South America, I think?)

Who is the host of the TV show "Crossing Over"?
 
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John Edwards
 
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Who the the bassist for Green Day?
 
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check said:
Who the the bassist for Green Day?

No idea about this (don't even know the names of the vocalist and lead player), but I had Nostradamus in mind, for my question.

MiH, are you losing touch with your Latin ? :eek:

(Nevertheless, Maria Esperanza works too)
 
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ok, It's Mike Dirnt. That was a tough one.
I'll pick an easier one for us science folks:
Who was Charles Lyell?
 
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Wasn't he a friend of Darwin?
 
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Geologist.
 
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jeebus, close, he is definitely tied to Darwin.

selfAdjoint, I guess that's correct. He's generally regarded as the father of geology.

When Darwin first set sail on his now famous voyage on the Beagle, he got sea sick fairly quickly. The only thing he could do to feel better was to lay down. Since he spend so much time in bed, all he could do was read. He read 'The Principles of Geology' by Lyell during this time, which sparked his interest in the dynamics of the Earth and living things on it.

ok self, u go.
 
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Who is John Gault?
 
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Gokul43201 said:
MiH, are you losing touch with your Latin ? :eek:
...Ut si!
 
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Oh, and John Gault was in Atlas Shrugged (Ayn Rand). I think that's the right novel. Been awhile.

Who is Romeo Blue?
 
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Math Is Hard said:
Who is Romeo Blue?


A French Band.

Where's Waldo?... wait... who is David Blunkett?
 
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Sorry, Jimmy - but Romeo Blue is the former stage name of singer, Lenny Kravitz.

Who is Wilford Brimley?
 
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wilford brimley used to be the pitchman for quaker oatmeal, but he's done various things like life insurance... Done secondary parts in films like "the firm". Big movies were cocoon and cocoon 2. And I think he had a tv show called "our house" way back when. That's as far as I recall...if he did more it was before my time...
 
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Zantra, your question...
 
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Perfect! Wasn't he great in The Firm?! So weird to see the oatmeal man being a SINISTER character!

OK, Zantra, your turn to ask a "Who Is?" question.
 
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whois soleil moonfrye?
 
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She was a child star, she was "punky brewster".

(can't believe I remember this) :blushing:
 
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Who is Moon Unit Zappa?
 
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She's the sister of Dweezil and daughter of Frank.

Who is Archibald Leach?
 
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Archibald Leach was an actor also known as Cary Grant.

Who was Karl Marx?
 
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Is this a trick question ?? Karl Marx was a 19th century German philosopher and social scientist (does that noun exist ?) who is considered the father of Marxist Socialism.

Who is Reverend Charles Lutwidge Dodgson ?
 

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