Clive James on Australia: Friendly People, Lethal Everything Else | Parkinson on BBC

Clive James grew up in a very small house in Sydney, which seemed large at the time. He went back to visit it twenty years later and could not believe the change in scale. The house had not changed. In this conversation with Michael Parkinson he talks about his father, lost as a prisoner of war, about his aunt who insisted on serving a full hot English Christmas dinner in hundred degree heat, and about the dunny man, a figure of great discretion who came weekly to change the lavatory pan and whose existence was never formally acknowledged. One Christmas, someone left a bicycle lying in the dark. The dunny man was not expecting it. He also provides a comprehensive guide to Australia's wildlife, starting with the taipan and working down. It does not get more reassuring. Legendary talk show host Sir Michael Parkinson's official YouTube channel. Step back in time with us as we relive the golden era of television and remember some of the most unforgettable moments from Parkinson! We’ll look back at some of his most memorable interviews featuring the biggest names in entertainment, politics, sport and culture. From legendary conversations with Hollywood icons to thought-provoking discussions with world leaders, these timeless interactions capture the charm, wit, and insight that made Michael Parkinson one of the greatest interviewers of all time. Subscribe and journey through the best of British television history, one classic interview at a time! #MichaelParkinson #TalkShow #ClassicInterviews #CelebrityInterviews #CliveJames #Journalism #Australia