Buggsy Mogues Triumphs in Pop Culture Jeopardy Final

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Buggsy Mogues emerged victorious in the latest episode of Pop Culture Jeopardy, defeating The Adley Clutchmans and Dyon Boys in a high-stakes game that aired Wednesday, January 15, 2025. The episode, part of Season 1, Game 21, featured intense competition and a controversial wagering moment that kept viewers on edge.

The game began with Buggsy Mogues, led by recent 4-time champion Ryan Manton and his wife Lauren, taking an early lead. By the end of the first round, Buggsy Mogues had accumulated 6,600 points, while The Adley Clutchmans trailed with 2,800 points and Dyon Boys with 1,000 points. The categories ranged from “Never Won The Emmy” to “Kid Characters’ Government Names,” with Buggsy Mogues answering 9 questions correctly without a single incorrect response.

In Double Jeopardy, controversy arose when The Adley Clutchmans were allowed to wager 5,000 points after merely uttering the word “Five.” This decision, which some viewers deemed questionable, allowed them to stay within striking distance of Buggsy Mogues heading into Final Jeopardy. Despite the controversy, all three teams correctly answered the Final Jeopardy question, which was about filmmaker Richard Linklater and his “Before” trilogy. Buggsy Mogues secured their win with a final score of 34,801 points, followed by The Adley Clutchmans with 26,401 points and Dyon Boys with 12,400 points.

Host Colin Jost, known for his cringe comedy style, navigated the game with his signature humor, though opinions on his hosting remain divided. The episode also highlighted the diverse backgrounds of the contestants: Buggsy Mogues are fans of Muggsy Bogues and Space Jam, The Adley Clutchmans are Baltimore Orioles enthusiasts, and Dyon Boys are a family team described by Jost as “some combination of father and brothers.”

The game concluded with Buggsy Mogues advancing to the next round, solidifying their status as a formidable team in the competition. Fans of the show can look forward to more thrilling episodes as the season progresses.