July 24, 1942: Legal Minds and Musical Missteps with Paul Gallico and Arthur Garfield Hayes

In this July 24, 1942, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman leads a panel featuring Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, sportswriter Paul Gallico, and prominent attorney Arthur Garfield Hayes. Together, they navigate a wide range of questions spanning legal history, literary trinities, and baseball trivia.Arthur Garfield Hayes delves into famous trials, from Sir Roger Casement’s high treason to the libel case of John Ruskin. Paul Gallico impresses with his knowledge of sports and even identifies famous bassoon passages in classical music. The panel debates Chekhov’s Three Sisters, tackles Shakespearean songs, and unravels the curious world of breaches of promise and Russian plays.With wit, intellect, and charm, this episode blends legal insights, literary gems, and musical musings. Tune in for a delightful hour of spirited banter and cultural exploration on Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.