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Michael Portillo explores Scandinavia, braving one of the world's oldest rollercoasters, sampling a smorgasbord and test-driving a vintage Volvo. Show more

Ewan McGregor narrates a series about the wildlife of the Scottish Highlands. In summer, animals race to raise their young to independence. Show more

Anjelica Huston tells the story of the life and work of Irish writer James Joyce - from his impoverished childhood to literary fame and his flight from the Nazis. Show more

The surprising tales behind treasures such as the Tara Brooch, the Broighter Hoard, the Waterford Charter Roll and others that have helped to shape and create modern Ireland. Show more

Jeremy Paxman continues his exploration of the Victorian world by entering the Victorian home, a haven of order. But he soon discovers all was not as it seemed. Show more

Documentary that celebrates the legendary harmony duo who ruled the charts in the late 1950s and early 60s with hits like Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie and Cathy's Clown. Show more

Tommy Vance introduces The Teardrop Explodes, Kim Wilde, Linx, Status Quo, Kelly Marie, Freeez, Beggar & Co, Landscape, Talking Heads, Kiki Dee, Coast to Coast and Roxy Music. Show more

Peter Powell introduces performances by Sharon Redd, Bucks Fizz, Colin Blunstone & Dave Stewart, Toyah, The Who, Phil Collins, Shakin Stevens, Visage, Roxy Music and Duran Duran. Show more

Anjelica Huston tells the story of the life and work of Irish writer James Joyce - from his impoverished childhood to literary fame and his flight from the Nazis. Show more