Gerry Cottle
Roy Plomley's castaway is circus owner Gerry Cottle.
Gerry Cottle's latest circus is a fast-moving show with no ring-master and no animals, but it is very popular. In conversation with Roy Plomley, he recalls how he ran away from school to join a circus, how he made the jump from being a juggler to being a circus owner who toured many countries, and chooses the eight records he would take to the mythical island.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: American Pie by Don McLean
Book: I Love You, Honey, but the Season's Over by Connie Clausen
Luxury: Juggling clubs
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Don McLean
American Pie
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Johann Strauss
Radetzky March
Orchestra: Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra Conductor: Herbert von Karajan
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Bucks Fizz
London Town
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The Beatles
Help!
- Help!.
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Mike Batt & The New Edition
Summertime City
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Gary Glitter
Hello Hello, I'm Back Again
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Franz Lehár
Gold and Silver Waltz
Orchestra: Johann Strauss Orchestra Of Vienna Conductor: Willi Boskovsky
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Billy Smart's Television Circus Band
Entry of the Gladiators
Book Choice
I Love You, Honey, but the Season's Over - Connie Clausen
Luxury Choice
Juggling clubs
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Gerry Cottle |
Broadcasts
- Sat 15 Sep 198418:25BBC Radio 4
- Fri 21 Sep 198409:05BBC Radio 4
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