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EPISODE · May 17, 2021 · 28 MIN

May 16, 1939: Pocket Counts and Peculiar Characters with John P. Marquand

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In this engaging May 16, 1939, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman hosts a lively quiz session with regulars Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant. Joining them is special guest John P. Marquand, celebrated author of The Late George Apley and creator of the iconic Mr. Moto character. The evening features a delightful array of questions, including the unusual number of pockets in a three-piece suit, book titles with terms of endearment, and identifying eccentric characters from literature.Marquand’s literary insight adds depth as the panel tackles questions about classic authors, quirky terms, and obscure animal lifespans. With lively banter and surprising trivia, this episode showcases the wit, humor, and intellect that make Information Please a timeless favorite. Tune in to see if you can match wits with the experts and uncover the fascinating answers to these peculiar queries! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this engaging May 16, 1939, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman hosts a lively quiz session with regulars Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant. Joining them is special guest John P. Marquand, celebrated author of The Late George Apley and creator of the iconic Mr. Moto character. The evening features a delightful array of questions, including the unusual number of pockets in a three-piece suit, book titles with terms of endearment, and identifying eccentric characters from literature.Marquand’s literary insight adds depth as the panel tackles questions about classic authors, quirky terms, and obscure animal lifespans. With lively banter and surprising trivia, this episode showcases the wit, humor, and intellect that make Information Please a timeless favorite. Tune in to see if you can match wits with the experts and uncover the fascinating answers to these peculiar queries! 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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