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It's time for another riveting edition of Gyles's diaries, which give a unique perspective on life in Britain in the second half of the twentieth century. We start with some chat from Gyles and Harriet about Lord Heseltine, and about the possibility - and the truth - of love at first sight. Next, it's time for the diaries; we've now reached 1974, and Gyles embarks enthusiastically on trying to book theatrical stars for his season at the Oxford Playhouse. But will Jeffrey Archer stump up the money Gyles needs to pay all this top-notch talent? Meanwhile, Gyles is hosting a late-night phone-in show on LBC. And there's a general election - can Gyles mobilise the youth vote in East Anglia to swing it for the Tories? There's never a dull moment in the life of GDB, and 1974 is no exception...
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