October 3, 1939: Literary Stumpers and American Traditions with C. Mildred Thompson

In this October 3, 1939, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes the esteemed C. Mildred Thompson, Dean of Vassar College and expert in post-Civil War American history. Alongside regular panelists Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant, Thompson brings her depth of knowledge to a session that explores topics from American collegiate customs to famous pseudonyms in literature.The panel faces unique questions, such as the reasoning behind Vassar College’s original clothing rules and the peculiar identities of famous “Smiths” in history. Thompson’s academic insights shine as the team discusses literary figures, American education traditions, and historic women who broke social conventions. Tune in for a lively mix of intellectual discussion, humor, and the classic wit that defines Information Please, as the experts compete to answer America’s trickiest questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.