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A collection of BBC interviews curated by Sir Michael Parkinson with influential figures of the 20th Century.
Bertrand Russell—Face to Face, Original
Lord Russell discusses his experiences, achievements, and unfulfilled ambitions. (1959)
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Dame Edith Sitwell—Face to Face, Original
John Freeman talks to poet and critic Dame Edith Sitwell about her life and work. (1959)
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Carl Jung—Face to Face, Original
John Freeman interviews Professor Carl Jung at his lakeside home near Zurich. (1959)
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Evelyn Waugh—Face to Face, Original
A rare glimpse into the life of one of the greatest novelists of the 20th century.
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Stirling Moss—Face to Face, Original
John Freeman interviews the racing car driver Stirling Moss. (1960)
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Adam Faith—Face to Face, Original
Adam Faith became the first pop singer to be interviewed by John Freeman. (1960)
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Martin Luther King—Face to Face, Original
John Freeman interviews civil rights leader Martin Luther King. First broadcast in 1961.
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Maya Angelou—Face to Face, Revival
Maya Angelou gives a frank account of her journey to becoming an author.
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The Dr Jacob Bronowski Interview—Parkinson
Michael Parkinson is joined by Dr Jacob Bronowski.
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22/10/1955—In Town Tonight
John Ellison meets Italian opera star, Tito Gobbi and other interesting guests. (1955)
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29/10/1955—In Town Tonight
John Ellison interviews former SS officer Heinz Linge, Hitler's personal attendant. (1955)
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Salvador Dali—Panorama
Malcolm Muggeridge interviews Spanish surrealist artist, Salvador Dali. (1955)
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Desert Island Discs—Arena
A celebration of Roy Plomley's radio favourite with some celebrity castaways' help.
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Orson Welles—Press Conference
Orson Welles takes the hot seat in this in-depth and revealing interview. (1955)
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The Solitary Billionaire: J. Paul Getty
Alan Whicker interviews billionaire J. Paul Getty at his home in Surrey. (1963)
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16/10/1965—Late Night Line-Up
Michael Dean interviews Peter Ustinov. (1965)
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Daphne du Maurier Talks to Wilfred De'Ath
Author Daphne du Maurier is interviewed in her Cornwall home by Wilfred De'Ath.
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David Niven—Parkinson
Michael Parkinson's special guest is David Niven. (1972)
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Dame Rebecca West—Tonight
The writer Dame Rebecca West in conversation with Ludovic Kennedy. (1976)
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25/12/1984—Wogan
Wogan talks to Victoria Principal, Freddie Starr, Kiri Te Kanawa and Elton John. (1984)
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18/02/1984—Wogan
Wogan's guests include comedian Larry Grayson and film director Mel Brooks. (1984)
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Brian Clough—The Frost Interview
Sir David Frost interviews football manager Brian Clough. (1974)
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David Frost interviews Muhammad Ali—The Frost Interview
Sir David Frost interviews legendary boxing champion, Muhammad Ali. (1974)
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Billy Connolly and Sir David Attenborough—Parkinson
From 1998. Michael Parkinson's guests are Billy Connolly and Sir David Attenborough.
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