December 27, 1940: Nursery Rhymes and Heroic Rides with Walter D. Edmonds

In this December 27, 1940, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman is joined by special guest Walter D. Edmonds, the celebrated author of Drums Along the Mohawk. Regulars Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant round out the panel as they tackle a mix of questions ranging from nursery rhymes that list the days of the week to heroic rides in history and literature.Edmonds brings his storytelling prowess to questions involving famous poems, nursery characters, and historical figures like Lady Godiva and Charles de Gaulle. With lively discussions and plenty of humor, this episode offers a delightful combination of trivia, wit, and classic 1940s charm. Tune in for a memorable evening as the experts match wits with listeners on Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.