S1·E354 Slim Gaillard's Civilisation 2: How High the Moon
Synopsis
In 1938 jazz legend and international star Slim Gaillard went to Hollywood to appear in Hellzapoppin: and then war broke out. Gaillard became one of America's first black bomber pilots; this week he recalls that profound and traumatic experience. With the help of Van Morrison he re-enacts a famous encounter with his beat disciple, novelist Jack Kerouac; he settles an old score with Little Richard; appears on America's craziest chat show; and meets the peanut that went to the moon.
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When did Season 1 Episode 354 of Arena air?
Season 1, Episode 354 ('Slim Gaillard's Civilisation 2: How High the Moon') originally aired on October 29, 1989.
How long is Season 1 Episode 354 ('Slim Gaillard's Civilisation 2: How High the Moon')?
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What happens in Arena Season 1 Episode 354?
In 1938 jazz legend and international star Slim Gaillard went to Hollywood to appear in Hellzapoppin: and then war broke out. Gaillard became one of America's first black bomber pilots; this week he recalls that profound and traumatic experience. With the help of Van Morrison he re-enacts a famous e...
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