November 20, 1942: Literary Marches and Nocturnal Variations with Louis Bromfield

In this November 20, 1942, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman welcomes Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, Oscar Levant, and celebrated novelist Louis Bromfield as the guest of the evening. Together, the panel navigates questions ranging from Shakespeare to scientific riddles with their characteristic wit and charm.Highlights include lively debates on literary characters named March from Little Women and Middlemarch, musical trivia tied to Bach’s Goldberg Variations, and discussions on naval strongholds like Buna and Guadalcanal. Bromfield’s literary insights and humor shine as he engages with topics spanning poetry, science, and geopolitics.With an engaging blend of cultural trivia, historical references, and unscripted laughter, this episode offers a nostalgic glimpse into the golden age of radio. Tune in for an hour of thoughtful exploration and spontaneous brilliance on Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.