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Professionals and experts submit theories about life, the universe and everything for examination by a panel consisting of Andy Hamilton, Reginald D Hunter and Vince Cable MP. Show more
In his final drive, Richard returns to the country of his birth in a splendid 1950s Bentley and discovers what it is about great vistas that gives us such a thrill. Show more
Newsreel and 1950s voiceover are used to illustrate how Britons spent their leisure time during the first half of the 20th century, including Henley regattas. Show more
Series about the electricity grid continues by exploring how switching on has transformed our lives over the last 60 years, from gadgets to creating a consumer society. Show more
Darkly comic series set in an NHS Trust hospital. With Den and Hilary flirting behind closed doors, an incident on the ward is all it takes to trigger the blame game. Show more
Moving comedy drama about a young hairdresser (Julie Walters) who decides to better herself by enrolling at college. Based on Willy Russell's award-winning stage play. Show more
Mark Lawson talks to the actress Julie Walters about her life and career, as she explores her working class roots, struggles with self-confidence and finding peace at 60. Show more
Series about the electricity grid continues by exploring how switching on has transformed our lives over the last 60 years, from gadgets to creating a consumer society. Show more
Darkly comic series set in an NHS Trust hospital. With Den and Hilary flirting behind closed doors, an incident on the ward is all it takes to trigger the blame game. Show more
Newsreel and 1950s voiceover are used to illustrate how Britons spent their leisure time during the first half of the 20th century, including Henley regattas. Show more
Series about the electricity grid continues by exploring how switching on has transformed our lives over the last 60 years, from gadgets to creating a consumer society. Show more
