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Step into the world of highbrow humor and intellectual fun with this June 21, 1938, episode of Information Please. Hosted by the ever-charming Clifton Fadiman, this quiz show once again brings together a panel of...
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Information Please
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About this Podcast:
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 hopes of stumping the quick-witted panel, and with celebrity guests like Groucho Marx and Orson Welles, each episode delivered a unique blend of knowledge and laughter. From poetry and sports to music and history, Information Please! entertained with lively debates, clever puns, and spontaneous humor. Now re-broadcasted for a new generation, this show is perfect for trivia lovers, history buffs, and fans of vintage radio. Tune in and enjoy a true gem from radio’s golden age! Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;
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What is Information Please about?
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.
What has Information Please covered recently?
Recent episodes include "June 21, 1938: Literary Laughs and Brain Teasers with Clifton Fadiman" (16 September 2026, 25 minutes), "June 14, 1938: Quiz Night with Clifton Fadiman and Marc Connelly" (11 June 2026, 30 minutes), and "June 7, 1938: Quick Wit and Trivia with Clifton Fadiman and Guests" (28 March 2026, 30 minutes).
How often does Information Please publish?
Information Please publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 29 minutes across 181 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Information Please?
Booking probability for Information Please is 24%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Information Please requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Information Please's contact route on record: public web form.
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Information Please is a leisure podcast with 181 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Jun 11, 202630 minIn this June 14, 1938, episode of Information Please, moderator Clifton Fadiman returns with another spirited round of trivia, challenging a panel of experts to answer quirky, thought-provoking questions from the...
Mar 28, 202630 minJoin 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...
- Mar 9, 202628 min
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...
- Feb 28, 202629 min
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...
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Episode #320
October 23, 1944: Musical Monarchies and Judicial Jesters with Artur Rubinstein and Lewis Browne
Feb 22, 202629 minIn 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...
Episode #314
September 11, 1944: Musical Titles and Political Tales with Jan Struther and Alexander Knox
Jan 3, 202629 minIn 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...
Episode #297
March 20, 1944: Senators, Sonnets, and Campaign Songs with Alben Barkley and Theodore Green
Jan 3, 202629 minIn 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...
- Jan 3, 202629 min
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...
Episode #289
January 24, 1944: Love Triangles and Musical Tactics with Elizabeth Janeway and Deems Taylor
Jan 2, 202630 minIn 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...
- Jan 2, 202628 min
In this June 21, 1943, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman hosts a spirited panel including Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, Oscar Levant, and special guest Hilary St. George Saunders, the British author and...
- Jan 2, 202628 min
In this February 12, 1945, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman hosts regulars John Kieran and Franklin P. Adams, alongside two notable guests: best-selling novelist Faith Baldwin and beloved radio humorist...
- Jan 2, 202626 min
In this February 19, 1945, episode of Information Please, quizmaster Clifton Fadiman leads the panel with regulars Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran, joined by two fascinating guests: foreign correspondent and author...
- Jan 2, 202630 min
In this December 24, 1945, episode of Information Please, quizmaster Clifton Fadiman leads a spirited panel featuring regulars John Kieran and Franklin P. Adams, joined by distinguished editor and critic John Mason...
- Dec 28, 202530 min
In this March 27, 1942, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman leads a dynamic panel including regulars Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, and Oscar Levant, joined by special guest Wallace R. Deuel, the...
Episode #455
January 30, 1948: Operatic Antics and Vocal Virtuosity with Lauritz Melchior and Helen Traubel
Dec 8, 202530 minIn this January 30, 1948, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes two of the most powerful voices in opera: Wagnerian greats Helen Traubel and Lauritz Melchior. Joining regulars Franklin P. Adams...
- Dec 8, 202528 min
In this July 23, 1940, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes comedic radio genius Fred Allen and acclaimed playwright Howard Lindsay to the panel, alongside regulars John Kieran and Franklin P...
- Dec 8, 202528 min
In this June 20, 1939, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes a dynamic and delightfully contrasting duo—famed journalist and author John Gunther and comedienne Gracie Allen. Joining regular...
Episode #287
January 10, 1944: Latin Lessons and Literary Allusions with John M. Coffey and Christopher Morley
Nov 24, 202528 minIn this January 10, 1944, episode of Information Please, Clifton Fadiman hosts a dynamic panel featuring regulars Franklin P. Adams and John Kieran, alongside special guests Congressman John M. Coffey and celebrated...
- Nov 21, 202528 min
In this January 3, 1944, episode of Information Please, host Clifton Fadiman welcomes a sharp-witted panel including Franklin P. Adams, John Kieran, Oscar Levant, and special guest Louis Bromfield, the Pulitzer...
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