Joan Whittington
Roy Plomley's castaway is Red Cross worker Joan Whittington.
Favourite track: Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1 in D Major by Edward Elgar
Book: Law study course
Luxury: Radio receiver
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Johann Strauss II
The Blue Danube
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Bob Dylan
Blowin' In The Wind
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Franz Schubert
Symphony No. 8 in B minor 'Unfinished'
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Vera Lynn
Lilli Marlene
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Lord Busta and The Caribbean Royals
Yellow Bird
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Arthur Sullivan
Taken from the county jail (from The Mikado)
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Charles Gounod
Ave Maria
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Castaway's Favourite
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Edward Elgar
Pomp & Circumstance March No. 1 in D major 'Land of Hope and Glory'
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Book Choice
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Law study course
Luxury Choice
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Radio receiver
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | Joan Whittington |
Broadcasts
- Sat 31 Oct 1970 19:00麻豆社 Radio 4
- Mon 2 Nov 1970 12:25麻豆社 Radio 4
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