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Crazy Socks, Cuddly Pups, and Squirrel Shenanigans: It's a Wild Wednesday!
National Cheesy Socks Day had the crew showing off everything from cloud-print socks (fitting for today's forecast!) to Palm Springs-themed pairs featuring local icons. Let's just say there's been some serious sock collections hiding under those news desk pants this whole time.
But that's not all! Wednesday is also National Granola Bar Day, National Hug Your Puppy Day (go squeeze your furry friend!), and National Squirrel Appreciation Day—a celebration of those adorable, nut-hoarding critters with the fluffy tails.
In honor of the bushy-tailed holiday, this morning's Pop Quiz—brought to you by One Coachella Valley—features two squirrel-themed brain teasers. Think you know your animated rodents and novelty song legends? Test your knowledge!
1) One character in the SpongeBob SquarePants animated series is a karate-loving, science-savvy squirrel from Texas who lives in the Tree Dome. What is the name of this astronaut suit-wearing squirrel?
A) Rocky
B) Sprat
C) Sandy Cheeks
2) This country music singer is best known for novelty hits from the '60s, '70s, and '80s, including "Guitarzan," "The Streak," and "Mississippi Squirrel Revival." He celebrates birthday number 87 this Saturday. Who is he?
A) Ray Stevens
B) Stan Freberg
C) Weird Al Yankovic
Watch the video above to see if you got them right!
Now go put on your craziest socks and give that puppy a hug.
By: NBC Palm Springs
January 21, 2026


