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Guest - General Hugh S. Johnson

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Information Please

Guest - General Hugh S. Johnson

Information Please • Episode 37

30 minutes

Part of a 227-episode series

Episode Description

In this January 24, 1939, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman moderates a session filled with wit and humor. Joining regular panelists Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant is General Hugh Johnson, the public servant known for his sharp commentary and strong opinions. Together, the panel faces an array of challenging questions, from constitutional puzzles and literary references to humorous idioms involving animals.The experts engage in lively banter as they navigate topics like peculiar trial outcomes in literature, historical figures who faced unusual fates, and patriotic quotes. General Johnson’s direct and insightful responses add a unique edge to the evening’s discussions, while Levant’s musical expertise shines in a special piano segment. Tune in for an entertaining mix of knowledge, humor, and intellectual sparring, as these experts take on America’s trickiest trivia! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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