Tim Smit
Sue Lawley's castaway is conservationalist and founder of the Eden Project Tim Smit.
This week Sue Lawley's castaway is Tim Smit, the co-founder of the Eden Project in Cornwall. Before Tim Smit thought of building the largest greenhouse in the world, he had already attracted public attention by resurrecting The Lost Gardens of Heligan. Before that he'd enjoyed a successful music career, writing songs and working with - among others - Barry Manilow and the Nolan Sisters.
[Taken from the original programme material for this archive edition of Desert Island Discs]
Favourite track: Dancing in the Street by David Bowie and Mick Jagger
Book: Book with plain pages
Luxury: Piano
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Music Played
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Don Henley
The Boys of Summer
- Now That's What I Call Music.
- Now.
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The Beatles
Strawberry Fields Forever
- Magical Mystery Tour.
- Parlophone.
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The Beach Boys
God Only Knows
- 20 Golden Greats.
- EMI.
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Muse
Muscle Museum
- Muscle Museum.
- Mushroom Records.
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Jim Carey
The Lobster Song
Performer: Kneehigh Theatre. Lyricist: Nick Darke. -
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David Bowie & Mick Jagger
Dancing In The Street
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Marvin Gaye
Sexual Healing
- OId Skool Reunion.
- Global Television.
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You Gotta Move
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Book Choice
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Book with plain pages
Luxury Choice
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Piano
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Sue Lawley |
| Interviewed Guest | Tim Smit |
Broadcasts
- Sun 10 Dec 2000 11:15Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Fri 15 Dec 2000 09:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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