Part 1 of the Michael Parkinson chatshow originally broadcast on 28 September 2002. Michael Palin is the guest and he discusses his recent trip around the Sahara. The interview continues in part 2.
Michael has the same attitude that Anthony Bourdain went on to elucidate on his food travels. When people offer you their food, you accept it, because they are offering you something of themselves. It is a beautifully poetic notion and I have no doubt there is a significant truth in there, but I can't help but feel that I'd not be quite so gracious if I someone gave me a plate of eyes.
oh man, that epic entry on his food poisoning... i've experienced traveler's diarrhea as well, but his is just an epic nightmare. poor lamb. glad to see he can smile about it now! :)