On Thursday evening, November 19, two renowned singers, Maite Kelly and Conchita Wurst, also known as Tom Neuwirth, faced off on Germany's popular television quiz show, Wer weiß denn sowas? The episode, hosted by Kai Pflaume, invited both musical stars to engage with tricky questions and trivia alongside their teams, aiming not just to entertain but also to raise funds for their audience blocks.
The atmosphere at the studio was electric as both Kelly and Wurst, represented by their respective partners Elton and Bernhard Hoëcker, arrived full of enthusiasm. The challenge was set: would their charisma help them succeed against the awkward trivia posed by the host? Despite the premise being entertaining, the episode sparked significant discussion on social media platforms, where viewers expressed mixed feelings about the guest selections.
Comments on Facebook were particularly discerning, with one viewer stating, “Bei Kelly bin ich raus,” meaning “With Kelly, I’m out.” Others echoed this sentiment, sharing critiques like, “Zwei, die man nicht unbedingt braucht,” or “Two people you don't necessarily need.” Such remarks suggested disappointment among some fans, who felt the musical guests did not meet expectations.
Coinciding with this entertaining episode was the occurrence of another notable event related to Wer weiß denn sowas?. Earlier, on October 7, 2024, the news reported the curious incident where a five-year-old boy from Rödental, located within the Coburg district, had placed an emergency call to the police. This encounter captured the attention of both the public and the Wer weiß denn sowas? team.
The little boy, without any clear reason or emergency details, communicated with the police station, providing only his first name and age. Thanks to the caller ID, authorities were able to trace the call to his home. Intrigued by this unusual event, the team on Wer weiß denn sowas? incorporated this story during an episode aired on December 12. Guests Ralf Moeller and Tom Wlaschiha were faced with the quirky trivia question: why did the boy call the police?
With three multiple-choice answers, the show's format revealed the whimsical expectation on the part of the children and adults alike. Wlaschiha humorously remarked on the investigation as he indicated option B, where the boy supposedly sought to return handcuffs borrowed from his parents' bedroom. Despite their guesses, both guests incorrectly thought the issue was due to breaking something, with the actual reason being much simpler: the boy had called to seek help with his video game.
Throughout this amusing segment, Wlaschiha was heard saying, “Das ist eine nette Idee,” referring to the creative guesses the producers had devised. The participants’ reactions—especially Elton's disbelief—brought laughter, reinforcing the impression of light-hearted entertainment the show aims to deliver.
Meanwhile, Gitte Hænning and Katja Ebstein were introduced to the show on December 18, 2024, engaging the audience through their extensive musical careers. Among the older generations, Hænning's 1963 hit, “Ich will ’nen Cowboy als Mann,” remains popular, showing its timeless appeal across generations. Ebstein expressed her delight in returning to the show, claiming, “Ich bin Wiederholungstäterin, insoweit macht das natürlich Spaß,” translating to, “I am a repeat offender, so it’s very enjoyable.” Their warm banter seemed to perfectly encapsulate the spirit of the show which thrives on musical competition.
The episode also took humorous turns when discussing team dynamics and fashion choices, particularly Elton’s attire, highlighting how the show's light-hearted nature often leads to candid interactions among celebrities. Katja, bemused by Elton’s holiday sweater, candidly remarked, “Ja, die Kugeln sind aber nur vorne dran,” indicating her confusion over the superficiality of his festive look.
With the competition heating up, both teams ended up close, producing dramatic finale moments. Team Bernhard ended with 2000 Euros, but Team Elton surged forward with 2500 Euros. Upon concluding the quiz, Kai Pflaume posed the ultimate audience-question: “What is the most popular Christmas song among Germans aged 18 and above, according to a 2019 survey?”
Answering correctly, Team Ebstein celebrated for securing 5000 Euros for their audience block, leaving the audience with applause and admiration for their wit and talent.
Aiming to balance entertainment and audience engagement, Wer weiß denn sowas? continues to attract viewers eager for trivia, coupled with the unmistakable charm of its celebrity guests. The show airs weekday evenings at 6 PM on ARD and is also available online, ensuring audiences don’t miss out on any trivia fun as new episodes continue to air from October 7.
