EPISODE · Nov 2, 2020 · 29 MIN
November 1, 1938: Slang, Autograph Rhymes, and Tricky Trivia with Oswald Jacoby
from Information Please · host OTRPODS
In this November 1, 1938, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman leads an all-star panel through a challenging and varied set of trivia questions. Regulars Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran are joined by day editor Marcus Duffield and bridge expert Oswald Jacoby. Together, they dive into topics ranging from outdated slang and historical events to famous fictional characters and food-related idioms.Jacoby’s expertise shines through in questions about bridge, while the panel’s quick wit keeps the atmosphere lively as they attempt to complete old autograph book rhymes, recall events from significant historical dates, and identify famous houses in literature. This episode delivers a delightful blend of humor and intellect, featuring everything from nostalgic sayings to tricky wordplay. Tune in to test your knowledge alongside the experts in this captivating and lighthearted battle of wits! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this November 1, 1938, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman leads an all-star panel through a challenging and varied set of trivia questions. Regulars Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran are joined by day editor Marcus Duffield and bridge expert Oswald Jacoby. Together, they dive into topics ranging from outdated slang and historical events to famous fictional characters and food-related idioms.Jacoby’s expertise shines through in questions about bridge, while the panel’s quick wit keeps the atmosphere lively as they attempt to complete old autograph book rhymes, recall events from significant historical dates, and identify famous houses in literature. This episode delivers a delightful blend of humor and intellect, featuring everything from nostalgic sayings to tricky wordplay. Tune in to test your knowledge alongside the experts in this captivating and lighthearted battle of wits! 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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