Information Please
Information Please
Podcast Description
Rediscover the wit and wisdom of Information Please!—the classic American radio quiz show that captivated audiences from 1938 to 1951. Hosted by the brilliant Clifton Fadiman, a former literary editor, this iconic show brought together an esteemed panel of experts, including Oscar Levant, Franklin P. Adams, and John Kieran, each known for their intellect and humor. Listeners submitted questions in hopes of stumping the quick-witted panel, and with celebrity guests like Groucho Marx and Orson Welles, each episode delivered a unique blend of knowledge and laughter. From poetry and sports to music and history, Information Please! entertained with lively debates, clever puns, and spontaneous humor. Now re-broadcasted for a new generation, this show is perfect for trivia lovers, history buffs, and fans of vintage radio. Tune in and enjoy a true gem from radio’s golden age! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The show covers a wide array of topics including literature, history, music, and culinary trivia, with engaging episode examples like military trivia in 'Military Tunes and Myths' and literary challenges in 'Courtships and Corsets', emphasizing humor and intellectual banter.
Rediscover the wit and wisdom of Information Please!—the classic American radio quiz show that captivated audiences from 1938 to 1951. Hosted by the brilliant Clifton Fadiman, a former literary editor, this iconic show brought together an esteemed panel of experts, including Oscar Levant, Franklin P. Adams, and John Kieran, each known for their intellect and humor. Listeners submitted questions in hopes of stumping the quick-witted panel, and with celebrity guests like Groucho Marx and Orson Welles, each episode delivered a unique blend of knowledge and laughter. From poetry and sports to music and history, Information Please! entertained with lively debates, clever puns, and spontaneous humor. Now re-broadcasted for a new generation, this show is perfect for trivia lovers, history buffs, and fans of vintage radio. Tune in and enjoy a true gem from radio’s golden age! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this June 14, 1938, episode of Information Please, moderator Clifton Fadiman returns with another spirited round of trivia, challenging a panel of experts to answer quirky, thought-provoking questions from the listening public. This week’s guest of honor is playwright Marc Connelly, known for The Green Pastures, who joins columnist Franklin P. Adams, editor Marcus Duffield, and sports columnist John Kieran on the panel.From classic songs and famous lines to historical figures and folklore, the questions put the panel’s diverse knowledge to the test. How well can they identify dances named after fruits or animals, recognize famous quotes from American poets, or recall details about unusual first names? Each question holds the potential for a $5 prize if the experts are stumped, and the quick wit and banter keep the stakes high and the humor flowing.Listeners will enjoy the lively interactions and surprising answers as the experts work together (and sometimes stumble) in this fun-filled episode. Join us for a delightful slice of radio history where anything can happen, and see if you can answer the questions faster than the experts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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