This article is from the College Bowl FAQ, by George Atendido aten0001@tc.umn.edu with numerous contributions by others.
"Trash" subjects are generally considered to be current events, sports,
pop culture, and some parts of the "general knowledge" catch-all. The use
of the word "trash" in reference to these subjects was originally
derogatory, but "trash-lovers" have reclaimed the word, and many label
themselves "trash-mesiters" or similarly with pride.
 
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