December 26, 1941: Literary Heroines and Poetic Rhymes with John Gunther

In this December 26, 1941, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman hosts an entertaining trivia session featuring world-famous journalist and author John Gunther, recently returned from Europe. Joined by regular panelists Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant, the panel explores topics ranging from literary heroines known for leaning out of windows to poetic rhymes and historical distances.Gunther’s sharp intellect adds depth to discussions about Rapunzel, Melisande, and Barbara Frietchie, while Levant entertains with musical interludes. The team also tackles challenging questions on historical mistakes and geographic trivia with humor and wit. Tune in for a delightful mix of culture, intellect, and classic radio charm on Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.