EPISODE · Oct 31, 2021 · 28 MIN
October 31, 1939: Nursery Rhymes and Naval Trivia with Carl Sandburg
from Information Please · host OTRPODS
In this Halloween episode of Information Please, aired on October 31, 1939, Clifton Fadiman hosts a memorable session featuring the distinguished poet Carl Sandburg. Alongside regulars Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant, Sandburg brings his poetic flair and wit to the evening’s questions, adding depth and charm to the show.The panel tackles an array of intriguing topics, from nursery rhymes set to surprising tunes and naval mottos to literary characters with names inspired by flowers. Sandburg’s insights and humor shine as he navigates whimsical poetry challenges and historical trivia. Tune in for a delightful mix of intellect and laughter, as the panel celebrates Halloween with charm, wit, and timeless trivia on Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this Halloween episode of Information Please, aired on October 31, 1939, Clifton Fadiman hosts a memorable session featuring the distinguished poet Carl Sandburg. Alongside regulars Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant, Sandburg brings his poetic flair and wit to the evening’s questions, adding depth and charm to the show.The panel tackles an array of intriguing topics, from nursery rhymes set to surprising tunes and naval mottos to literary characters with names inspired by flowers. Sandburg’s insights and humor shine as he navigates whimsical poetry challenges and historical trivia. Tune in for a delightful mix of intellect and laughter, as the panel celebrates Halloween with charm, wit, and timeless trivia on Information Please! 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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