EPISODE · Aug 2, 2020 · 28 MIN
August 2, 1938: Wit, Lies, and Literary Legends with George S. Kaufman and Moss Hart
from Information Please · host OTRPODS
In this special August 2, 1938, episode of Information Please, acclaimed playwright George S. Kaufman steps in as host while Clifton Fadiman is away, bringing his sharp humor and wit to the quiz show. Kaufman introduces a lively panel featuring columnist Franklin P. Adams, international affairs expert Quincy Howe, sports columnist John Kieran, and special guest Moss Hart, famed for his theatrical work. Together, the panel navigates an entertaining range of questions, from classic literary quotes and well-known movie songs to identifying famous liars in plays and stories.Kaufman’s unique comedic style shines as the experts tackle challenges involving automobiles named after rivers and cities, decipher tricky ballads, and even sing a few lines from popular tunes of the day. With Moss Hart’s theatrical flair and Kieran’s extensive knowledge, the panel engages in clever banter, keeping listeners laughing and guessing along with them. Don’t miss this standout episode where humor meets intellect, and see if you can match wits with the experts as they take on America’s toughest trivia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this special August 2, 1938, episode of Information Please, acclaimed playwright George S. Kaufman steps in as host while Clifton Fadiman is away, bringing his sharp humor and wit to the quiz show. Kaufman introduces a lively panel featuring columnist Franklin P. Adams, international affairs expert Quincy Howe, sports columnist John Kieran, and special guest Moss Hart, famed for his theatrical work. Together, the panel navigates an entertaining range of questions, from classic literary quotes and well-known movie songs to identifying famous liars in plays and stories.Kaufman’s unique comedic style shines as the experts tackle challenges involving automobiles named after rivers and cities, decipher tricky ballads, and even sing a few lines from popular tunes of the day. With Moss Hart’s theatrical flair and Kieran’s extensive knowledge, the panel engages in clever banter, keeping listeners laughing and guessing along with them. Don’t miss this standout episode where humor meets intellect, and see if you can match wits with the experts as they take on America’s toughest trivia! Hosted on Acast. See <a target="_blank" href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noreferrer noopener">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.
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