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September 17, 1940: Epic Rivers and Presidential Dreams with Otto Tolischus

Posted September 17, 2022 · 29 min

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In this September 17, 1940, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman moderates an engaging evening of trivia featuring Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Otto Tolischus, known for his reporting on global affairs. Regular panelists Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant join Tolischus as they explore topics ranging from epic rivers and patriotic anthems to dreams of a united Europe.Tolischus offers insightful commentary as the panel tackles questions about historical proposals for European unity, the geography of the Danube River, and famous phrases from American songs. With humor and wit, the experts test their knowledge on both literature and history. Tune in to join the fun and intellectual challenge in this episode of Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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