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Episode Synopsis
Peter West is one of our most versatile broadcasters; his television career has ranged from Come Dancing to specialist sports, particularly cricket. In conversation with Michael Parkinson, he looks back on his career in broadcasting and journalism and, in choosing his records to take to the mythical island, reveals a Catholic taste in music.[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]Favourite track: Spartacus by Aram Khachaturian
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Book: Oxford Book of Quotations
Luxury: Set of gardening tools
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