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Written By Dusty Ramsbottom, August 18th, 2019 I used to spend hours writing my trivia shows each week. That was back in 2002. Holy moly! It was a Sunday night weekly at Rock Bottom Pub in Windsor, Ontario. Last time I checked, that show was still going!! Obviously, the baton has been passed forth several times since then, but the energy lives on... 2002 was a simpler time, and I hope they are making a few bucks more than I was then. Especially, considering how long it can actually take to create an interactive experience, with just the right difficulty of trivia questions, and ready for a keen host to take control with.  A Good Trivia Show Takes Several Hours To Write. Is It Worth The Time When You Can Purchase Pro Made Games For $15?Since then, I've kept everything I ever wrote, and those trivia notes have slowly evolved over the years. One day it occurred to me that others would appreciate the work I've put in. I then created Fat Bottom Trivia in Powerpoint format, with notes ready on hand to give to other hosts. Here's what You'll Need: 1. A computer or tablet with Microsoft Powerpoint installed. This is included with the Microsoft Office package. Or, you can find an alternative to Powerpoint, though we can't be certain all the functions will work as they should. Some animations or transitions could be affected. Be sure to test any other options out well before your show. Check out https://alternativeto.net/ for recommendations by users. 2. A connection to a TV or projector.  HDMI is our #1 friend, nowadays. Inexpensive and reliable. But you may want to think about wireless options such as Apple Airplay, Chromecast, or Roku, depending on your device model. 3. Download fun trivia games from the Trivia Store After purchase click the download link in the webpage or email. Click each file you've purchased, and download to your desktop. 4. If your "presenter mode" was turned off, turn it back on to be able to see the next slide, and tips for hosts in the Notes section.  5. Click "Read Only":  6. Go completely through each slide before your show to avoid any surprises, such as locating the "Hidden Side-Games" 7. Use arrow keys or swipe to advance through slides. 8. Clicking on the "Home Screen" and "Question Value". 9. Test The Sound FX. (Right one "mutes")  Have fun with your guests, this is the whole point! Make up Bonus Point opportunities by playing fun music alongside, inviting people to sing and dance, or for extra knowledge.
Every show is different, based on the host, the venue, and the crowd. Bust the Questions & Answers are "Tried & True". If you have an idea to go with the games, it's probably a good one. Go for it! I mean, Just Doo It™.. Haha! Good luck out there, hosts. Break a leg!
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