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Three brothers cycle on the trail of ancient warrior Hannibal. On the east coast of Spain, they pass through Elche's palms, Benidorm's beaches and Valencia's zoo. Show more
Jerry Brotton shows how maps can reveal the fears and prejudices of their age, from medieval religious passion to Victorian obsession with poverty and disease. Show more
The extraordinary story of comedian Bob Monkhouse's life and career, told through the vast private archive of films, TV shows, letters and memorabilia that he left behind.
Entertainment and the arts magazine. A look at the colourful career of legendary music hall star Tessie O'Shea, who styled herself Two Ton Tessie from Tennessee. Show more
James Lovelock discusses his controversial theory that proposes Earth be seen as a single living organism and the consequences that this could have for its future. Show more
In the 1950s and 60s Arthur Haynes was ITV's highest paid comic, as popular as Tony Hancock. Paul Merton and Nicholas Parsons rediscover the genius of this forgotten comedy great. Show more
Fifty years ago every UK town had a variety theatre. Michael Grade tells the story of this lost world.
The extraordinary story of comedian Bob Monkhouse's life and career, told through the vast private archive of films, TV shows, letters and memorabilia that he left behind.
Entertainment and the arts magazine. A look at the colourful career of legendary music hall star Tessie O'Shea, who styled herself Two Ton Tessie from Tennessee. Show more
