Episode 19928 min

Guest - Julian Huxley, Jan Struther

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Information Please

Guest - Julian Huxley, Jan Struther

Information Please • Episode 199

28 minutes

Part of a 227-episode series

Episode Description

In this March 6, 1942, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman leads a panel featuring Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and two distinguished guests: Jan Struther, author of Mrs. Miniver, and Julian Huxley, world-renowned biologist. The episode is a delightful blend of literary wit and scientific insight.The panel tackles questions ranging from poetic “ifs” and mythical borogoves to the peculiar courting rituals of fiddler crabs and penguins. Huxley offers fascinating zoological anecdotes, while Struther charms with her literary flair, even identifying a chiropodist in a humorous musical riddle.With lively discussions about heredity, Shakespearean guilt, and even the biology of raisins versus grapes, this episode is both enlightening and entertaining. Tune in for a unique mix of science, literature, and humor in this exceptional installment of Information Please! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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