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Why Eric Idle always looks on the bright side of life

Why Eric Idle always looks on the bright side of life

Update: 2024-09-16

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Monty Python member Eric Idle wrote the iconic song 'Always Look on the Bright Side of Life' 45 years ago. And despite a recent cancer scare and describing Monty Python as a "financial disaster" - Eric is still writing and touring at the age of 81.

Idle is making the journey Australia later this year for a new one-man musical show and joined RN Breakfast to share stories about his relationships with George Harrison and Robin Williams.

Guest: Eric Idle, Monty Python member
Producer: Joe Sullivan

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Why Eric Idle always looks on the bright side of life

Why Eric Idle always looks on the bright side of life

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