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Information Please

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World War II
Literature
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Poetry
Shakespeare
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World War I
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Oscar Levant
Russia
Cigarettes
Boston
War Savings Bonds
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Abraham Lincoln
Chicago
Mrs. Miniver
Franklin P. Adams
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Rediscover the wit and wisdom of Information Please!—the classic American radio quiz show that captivated audiences from 1938 to 1951. Hosted by the brilliant Clifton Fadiman, a former literary editor, this iconic show brought together an esteemed panel of experts, including Oscar Levant, Franklin P. Adams, and John Kieran, each known for their intellect and humor. Listeners submitted questions in... more

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Join us for the June 7, 1938, episode of Information Please, where moderator Clifton Fadiman orchestrates another delightful battle of wits between the listening public and a panel of esteemed experts. This week’s lineup includes humorist Franklin P.... more

In this Christmas Day 1944 broadcast of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman leads the panel from the Naval Hospital in St. Albans, New York, bringing holiday cheer to service members and listeners alike. Regular experts Franklin P. Adams and Joh... more

In this February 5, 1945, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman welcomes regular panelists Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran, joined by special guests Clifton Webb and Moss Hart, both prominent figures of the stage and screen. The evening bl... more

In this October 23, 1944, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes a uniquely cultured panel featuring virtuoso pianist Artur Rubinstein and celebrated author and lecturer Lewis Browne, alongside series regulars Franklin P. Adams ... more

In this September 11, 1944, season premiere of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes poet and Mrs. Miniver creator Jan Struther and actor Alexander Knox—acclaimed for his role as Woodrow Wilson—alongside beloved regulars Franklin P. Adams... more

In this March 20, 1944, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman brings a unique political twist to the panel, welcoming Senate Majority Leader Alben W. Barkley of Kentucky and Senator Theodore Green of Rhode Island, alongside regulars Fra... more

In this February 28, 1944, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman moderates a witty and illuminating panel featuring Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, Oscar Levant, and special guest Franchot Tone, the accomplished screen actor known for his re... more

In this January 24, 1944, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes novelist Elizabeth Janeway and composer and music critic Deems Taylor to join regulars John Kieran and Franklin P. Adams. The panel dives into a rich mix of litera... more

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John Kieran
Guest of honor; sports columnist and distinguished panelist
New York Times
Episode: June 7, 1938: Quick Wit and Trivia with Clifton Fadiman and Guests
Judge James G. Wallace
Judge of the New York Court of General Sessions
New York Court
Episode: December 25, 1944: Christmas at St. Albans with Fred Allen and Judge James Wallace
Artur Rubinstein
Distinguished pianist
Carnegie Hall
Episode: October 23, 1944: Musical Monarchies and Judicial Jesters with Artur Rubinstein and Lewis Browne
Arthur Rubenstein
Distinguished pianist known for his New York concerts.
Carnegie Hall
Episode: September 11, 1944: Musical Titles and Political Tales with Jan Struther and Alexander Knox
Louis Brown
Well-known author and lecturer.
Episode: September 11, 1944: Musical Titles and Political Tales with Jan Struther and Alexander Knox
Franchot Tone
Screen star known for his charming performances
Episode: February 28, 1944: Leap Year Proposals and Literary Meals with Franchot Tone
Elizabeth Janeway
Author of the brilliant new bestseller, The Walsh Girls
Episode: January 24, 1944: Love Triangles and Musical Tactics with Elizabeth Janeway and Deems Taylor
Faith Baldwin
Famous writer, author of the forthcoming novel Arizona Star
Episode: February 12, 1945: Ghosts, Games, and Gags with Faith Baldwin and Fred Allen
Emil Ludwig
Famous author and speaker
Episode: March 27, 1942: Musical Muses and Presidential Firsts with Wallace R. Deuel

Host

Clifton Fadiman
Host of Information Please!, Master of Ceremonies; central figure in guiding quizzes and banter with a reputation for literary erudition and witty commentary

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June 21, 1943: Combined Operations and British Wit with Hilary St. George Saunders
Q: What operation took just one day less than six months?
The Tunisian campaign, from November 8, 1942, to May 7, 1943.
June 21, 1943: Combined Operations and British Wit with Hilary St. George Saunders
Q: What famous operations of this war took this period of time to be completed in?
The Battle of Britain took from August 8, 1942, to October 31, 1940, which was 84 days.
February 12, 1945: Ghosts, Games, and Gags with Faith Baldwin and Fred Allen
Q: Who or what was sought for with thimbles?
The Snark was sought for with thimbles.
February 12, 1945: Ghosts, Games, and Gags with Faith Baldwin and Fred Allen
Q: What philosopher leaped into a volcano?
The answer is Empedocles who leaped into the volcano of Etna.
February 12, 1945: Ghosts, Games, and Gags with Faith Baldwin and Fred Allen
Q: In what movies or horror stories are these ghosts to be found?
The first ghost is found in The Canterville Ghost, the second in The Turn of the Screw, and the third in Topper.

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This show is a classic American radio quiz program where a rotating panel of experts and guest celebrities tackle rapid-fire trivia across literature, history, music, and culture. Episodes blend witty banter, word games, and musical prompts, often featuring literary discussion, cultural references, and lighthearted debates that showcase sharp intellect and quick humor. Notable moments frequently involve celebrity guests delivering banter with the panel, insight into arts and letters, and nostalgic looks at mid-20th-century culture, all anchored by a steady host who steers quizzes and banter with a deft touch. The format tends to reward curiosity, cross-disciplinary knowledge, and a knack for engaging conversation, making it appealing to tri... more

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Recent guests on Information Please include:

1. John Kieran
2. Judge James G. Wallace
3. Artur Rubinstein
4. Arthur Rubenstein
5. Louis Brown
6. Franchot Tone
7. Elizabeth Janeway
8. Faith Baldwin

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