Guest - Deems Taylor; Louis Untermeyer

In this October 24, 1939, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes music critic and composer Deems Taylor alongside poet and anthologist Louis Untermeyer. Joining regulars John Kieran and Franklin P. Adams, the panel takes on a diverse mix of questions covering everything from naval commands and courtroom phrases to poetic associations with occupations.Taylor’s musical expertise and Untermeyer’s literary insights bring depth to the episode as the panel tackles imaginative queries about famous lines linked to bartenders and undertakers, and discusses operas devoid of tenors and sopranos. With lively humor and clever banter, this episode showcases the wit and intelligence that defines Information Please. Join us for an evening filled with intellectual charm, poetic puzzles, and spontaneous fun! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.