Thor Heyerdahl: A Modern Day Robinson Crusoe | Parkinson on BBC

Thor Heyerdahl gave up zoology, took his Norwegian wife to a remote Pacific island with no matches and no medicine, and spent a year living as Robinson Crusoe. He came back with a theory about how ancient South Americans had crossed the Pacific. Nobody believed him. So he built a balsa raft and did it himself. In this conversation with Michael Parkinson, he talks about Kon-Tiki, the papyrus boats Ra I and Ra II, and the scientists who had never once seen a balsa raft but were very confident it would sink. He also talks about the last man alive who had tasted human flesh, a bowl of fermented breadfruit buried for ten years, and a Polynesian phrase that means both "come and eat" and "good morning." He learned the difference too late. 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 #ThorHeyerdahl #pacific #robinsoncrusoe #kontiki