Daley Thompson
Roy Plomley's castaway is World Champion decathlete Daley Thompson.
Favourite track: Unchained Melody by George Benson
Book: Novels by John Wyndham
Luxury: Guitar and instruction book
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Daley Thompson
Duration: 19:42
Music Played
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Marvin Gaye
Abraham, Martin and John
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James Taylor
You've Got A Friend
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Heatwave
Sho 'nuff Must Be Love
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Clifford Smith
Together
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Al Green
For The Good Times
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Rod Stewart
The Best Days Of My Life
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Castaway's Favourite
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Unchained Melody
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Commodores
Three Times A Lady
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Book Choice
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Novels - John Wyndham
Luxury Choice
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Guitar and instruction book
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Credits
Role | Contributor |
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Presenter | Roy Plomley |
Interviewed Guest | Daley Thompson |
Broadcasts
- Sat 19 Jul 1980 18:15´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4
- Fri 25 Jul 1980 09:05´óÏó´«Ã½ Radio 4
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