July 4, 1939: Literary Puzzles and Celebratory Rhythms with Lillian Gish and Marcus Duffield

In this special Independence Day episode of Information Please, aired on July 4, 1939, host Clifton Fadiman leads a spirited session with panel regulars Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran, joined by guest panelists actress Lillian Gish and journalist Marcus Duffield. Together, they take on an eclectic mix of questions that test their knowledge of literary titles, historical events, and famous movie scenes from the silent era.Gish brings her Hollywood charm, especially as the panel reminisces about classic film moments, while Duffield’s journalistic wit shines through historical and literary queries. The experts tackle challenging riddles involving famous initials, memorable silent movie scenes, and unique cultural expressions associated with the holiday. Join in for an engaging and humorous session as the panel celebrates the Fourth of July with trivia, quick wit, and a touch of nostalgic charm! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.