Guest - John Gunther; Alva Johnston

In this July 30, 1940, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman brings together a panel featuring two distinguished guests: John Gunther, author of Inside Asia and Inside Europe, and Alva Johnston, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist. Alongside regular panelists Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran, the panel dives into questions that span global events, military strategies, and famous literary works.Gunther and Johnston provide sharp insights on recent world news, interpreting political moves and military decisions in light of ongoing global conflicts. The panel also tackles clever riddles involving famous songs, memorable American figures, and classic literary references. With a mix of intellectual discourse, humor, and spontaneous trivia challenges, this episode showcases the charm and depth of Information Please. Tune in to see if the panelists can tackle America’s most thought-provoking questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.