October 4, 1938: Film Trivia and Historical Treaties with Dorothy Thompson and William Bonell

In this October 4, 1938, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman moderates an intellectually stimulating quiz featuring regular panelists Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran. Joining them are two distinguished guests: motion picture editor William Bonell and journalist Dorothy Thompson, whose insight adds depth to the evening’s discussions.This episode explores a wide range of topics, from finishing classic jokes and identifying imaginary characters to recalling famous historical treaties. The panel dives into questions on domestic quarrels, the origins of popular words, and memorable moments in movies where domestic servants take center stage. With Thompson’s expertise in global affairs and Bonell’s knowledge of film, the trivia takes on an entertaining blend of humor and historical insight. Join in to see how well you fare against the experts in this dynamic episode, rich with wit and unexpected knowledge! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.