Powers of Twelve
On Wednesday of this week, it will be the twelfth day of the twelfth month of the twelfth year of the century, an occasion we won't see again in our lifetimes. These five duodecimal goos were inspired by the number 12.
Bob Bowlsby
publication date: Friday, December 14, 2012
category: 
Sports
clue: Earlier this year, he became one of the biggest commissioners in sports.
explanation: Bowlsby became commissioner of the Big 12 Conference in May 2012. more…
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, LaVonne Lemler, Samir Mehta, Chris Lemler, Richard Slominsky, Justin Woods, Denise Sawicki, Matthew Preston, Joanna Woods, Erik Bates, Mike Rothstein, Steve Dunn, and Aaron Shurtleff
Nick McDonell
publication date: Thursday, December 13, 2012
category: 
Literature
clue: Publishing a novel at age 17 is enough to earn praise even from Hunter S. Thompson.
explanation: McDonell's first novel, Twelve, was published when he was 17. Family friend Thompson praised the work. more…
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, Chris Lemler, Richard Slominsky, Justin Woods, Denise Sawicki, Matthew Preston, Erik Bates, Mike Rothstein, and Aaron Shurtleff
Terry Gross
publication date: Wednesday, December 12, 2012
category: 
Radio
clue: This great, gross radio host from Philadelphia is a breath of fresh air.
explanation: Gross's radio show Fresh Air was syndicated nationally from her studio in Philadelphia. more…
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, LaVonne Lemler, Samir Mehta, Chris Lemler, Richard Slominsky, Justin Woods, Denise Sawicki, Matthew Preston, Joanna Woods, Erik Bates, Mike Rothstein, Steve Dunn, and Aaron Shurtleff
trivia: Twelve dozen is known as a gross, and twelve gross is known as a great gross. This goo was published on 12-12-12.
Patti Smith
publication date: Tuesday, December 11, 2012
category: 
Music
clue: The godmother of punk is still active, having released an album of covers in 2007.
explanation: Smith released the covers album Twelve in 2007. more…
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, LaVonne Lemler, Samir Mehta, Chris Lemler, Richard Slominsky, Justin Woods, Denise Sawicki, Matthew Preston, Joanna Woods, Erik Bates, Mike Rothstein, Steve Dunn, Aaron Shurtleff, and Wes Bryant
Joe Namath
publication date: Monday, December 10, 2012
category: Sports
clue: The Jets retired this quarterback's jersey, but his Broadway career wasn't as successful.
explanation: Namath was known as "Broadway Joe" and made one appearance in a Broadway play. more…
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, LaVonne Lemler, Samir Mehta, Chris Lemler, Richard Slominsky, Justin Woods, Denise Sawicki, Matthew Preston, Joanna Woods, Erik Bates, Mike Rothstein, Steve Dunn, Aaron Shurtleff, Tony Peters, and Wes Bryant
player landmarks: This was the first goo solved by Wes Bryant.
Other Themes in Winter 2013
Triple Trouble
Good things come in threes! To be correct, you'll have to guess the first, middle, and last names of these five famous people who are known by their full names. This theme was created by Denise Sawicki. Go »
It's the End of the World as We Know It
Some people have interpreted the Mayan calendar to foretell of the end of the world on Friday. What would life be like after an apocalyptic event? The works created by these five entertainers may show us. Go »
Guitar Gods
Rock Block may be gone, but rock and roll will never die! These five master guitarists are among the most respected and most influential performers in rock music. This theme was created by Steve Dunn. Go »
Celebrity Goo Drinking Game
If you solve a goo, take a sip. If you solve all five, finish your drink. You can order all five of these goos in a bar, but you better practice holding your liquor, because this theme will return throughout 2013. Go »
Sink or Swim
In the hundred years since the sinking of the RMS Titanic, the doomed ship has occupied a special place in our cultural memory. Can you solve these five goos connected to the disaster? This theme was created by Chris Lemler. Go »
Born in DC
Washington isn't just the capital of the nation; it's a bustling city with a unique culture. These five Americans were all born in the District of Columbia. This theme was created by Steve West. Go »
Goo Ladder
It's a goo ladder, where the clues aren't the only clues! Figure out how each clue is related and this season will be a breeze! These goos were designed to be solved in order of publication, for fun and profit! This theme was created by Erik Bates. Go »
Quindecennial
Celebrity Goo Game began 15 years ago, and has changed a lot. Revisit this theme each day, including Saturday and Sunday, to see a different era in the game's history, as you guess five celebrities who are all nearly the same age as the game. Happy anniversary! Go »
Winter 2013 Tournament
We may be through with winter, but it's not through with us. While you dig your way out from Nemo, find a few minutes for these tournament goos, which will test your goo-solving skills against fellow players. Go »
