August 21, 1942: Economic Wit and Wartime Tunes with Raymond Clapper and Leon Henderson

In this August 21, 1942, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman leads a spirited panel featuring Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and special guests Raymond Clapper, Scripps-Howard correspondent, and Leon Henderson, the director of the Office of Price Administration. Together, they navigate an engaging mix of literary, musical, and historical trivia.The panel explores collaborations in history, sings wartime classics like “Over There” and “Keep the Home Fires Burning,” and debates questions about Purple Hearts, war songs, and poetic materials. Henderson’s dynamic humor and Clapper’s journalistic sharpness shine as they tackle challenging questions with wit and charm.From historical speeches to patriotic anthems, this episode blends cultural trivia, wartime context, and unscripted humor. Tune in for a nostalgic hour of lively discussion and laughter on Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.