Brendan Hunt Vs Ashly Burch Live on LAist Studios

Get ready for a head-to-head trivia showdown as actor–writer Brendan Hunt and voice‐over star Ashly Burch square off in LAist Official’s live studio event on June 21 at 7 p.m. PT. In a social-media tease (https://www.instagram.com/p/DLF15g3S54y/), the public broadcaster unveiled a bracket of six eclectic topics—three apiece from Hunt and Burch—then invited fans to join the on-air decision and watch an expert guest pop in to unpack the winning subject.

Inside The Bracket: Hunt Vs. Burch

The format is simple and fast-paced. Each contender nominates three topics, then viewers vote in real time to choose which one will be explored. Once the topic is picked, LAist brings in a surprise specialist to weigh in. Will Hunt get to champion his favorite Beatles anthem, or will Burch land a deep dive on ’06 Pride & Prejudice? The suspense builds live.

Brendan Hunt’s Under-the-radar Classics

Brendan Hunt, best known as co-creator and co-star of Apple TV+’s Ted Lasso, tapped three picks that nod to both music and history. His first is Elvis Costello’s overlooked 1989 LP Spike—a record critics have since reevaluated for its eclectic arrangements and sharp wordplay. Next up: The Beatles’ 1968 single “Hey Jude,” a song that dominated charts worldwide and remains one of rock’s defining anthems. Hunt’s final choice is the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the disaster that reshaped a city’s skyline and spurred a century of architectural innovation.

Ashly Burch Dives Into Tv, Film And Acrobatics

Voice actor and writer Ashly Burch countered with three very different angles. She’s pitched a nostalgia trip through Parks and Recreation seasons 3 and 4—the chapters fans often cite as the NBC comedy’s creative peak. Burch also wants to revisit Joe Wright’s lush 2006 adaptation of Pride & Prejudice, starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen. And for a wild card, she’s nominating the aerial silks discipline, that gravity-defying circus art now cropping up in fitness studios from L.A. to London.

A Nod To Hunt’s Improv Roots

This summer special also marks a return to form for Hunt, who launched his live-performance chops in Chicago’s improv scene before rising to TV fame. In an Instagram post on April 21 (https://www.instagram.com/p/DIMULQTpor7/), he slipped back behind the mic for a sold-out Armando Monday showcase at the UCB Theatre, reminding fans of his standup and storytelling roots.

Don’t Miss The Surprise Expert

Once the live audience and online voters settle on one topic, LAist will roll out an expert—whether that’s a music historian for Spike or a Fire Department curator for 1871. The guest will delve into behind-the-scenes trivia, rare anecdotes and lasting cultural impact, turning what starts as a quick pick into a deep-dive conversation.

Tune in at 7 p.m. PT on June 21 via LAist.org or the LAist Official YouTube channel. Viewers can vote in real time, submit questions via Twitter with #LAistLiveQuiz, and even suggest follow-up topics for future episodes. Whether you’re a Ted Lasso superfan, a gaming-world regular caught up on Burch’s latest voice-acting role, or just love a good music-vs-history debate, this live show promises something for everyone. Don’t miss the trivia clash of the summer—where your vote determines the topic and an expert ignites the conversation.

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Brendan Hunt contributed to the writing of multiple episodes of 'Ted Lasso,' demonstrating his skills behind the camera as well.

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