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Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Yorkshire

Stephen Fry links the best sketches from the award-winning comedy show. George IV receives some good news, and a WWII evacuee encounters the horrors of the countryside. Show more

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Yorkshire

Stephen Fry presents the best sketches from the award-winning comedy show. Prank-loving teenage Emperor Elagabalus hosts a dinner party on Roman Come Dine With Me. Show more

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Yorkshire

Stephen Fry presents the best sketches from the award-winning show. Crimewatch BC tries to solve the murder of Julius Caesar, and World War II codebreakers forget their own code. Show more

Duration: 57 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

Quiz hosted by Kirsty Young that delves into one of the most remarkable periods in British history. Two teams of historians answer questions on all aspects of Tudor life. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Kirsty Young
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright
Producer:
Jon Kelly
Panellist:
Anna Whitelock
Panellist:
Greg Jenner
Panellist:
Kate Williams
Panellist:
Jonathan Foyle

Inside Versailles

Series 2

Episode 4

Duration: 7 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner examine how Louis XIV created an absolutist monarchy during his reign.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 2

Episode 5

Duration: 3 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Louis XIV's premier valet Alexandre Bontemps.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 2

Episode 6

Duration: 10 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales

A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner explore the use of aphrodisiacs and potions at the court of Louis XIV.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 2

Episode 7

Duration: 5 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss William of Orange and the ongoing conflict with Louis XIV.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 2

Episode 8

Duration: 7 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss Louis XIV's interest in scientific discovery and research.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 2

Episode 9

Duration: 6 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner examine the practice of witchcraft in the 17th century.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 2

Episode 10

Duration: 6 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

A closer look at the history behind Versailles. In this episode, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner conclude the series by discussing the scandalous Affair of the Poisons.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Great Lives

Greg Jenner on Gene Kelly

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Available for over a year

4 Extra Debut. Historian Greg Jenner nominates the Hollywood star Gene Kelly. Ruth Leon is expert witness. With Matthew Parris. From 2018. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Matthew Parris
Interviewed Guest:
Greg Jenner
Interviewed Guest:
Ruth Leon
Producer:
Miles Warde

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC One HDLatest broadcast: on BBC One Yorkshire

Stephen Fry presents the best sketches from the historical comedy series. King Charles II raps about his party lifestyle, and Helen of Troy reveals her complicated love life. Show more

The Museum of Curiosity

Series 8

Dodd, Fry, Jenner

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

Available for 11 months

John Lloyd and Sarah Millican with comedian Ken Dodd, mathematician Dr Hannah Fry and historian Greg Jenner. From 2016. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
John Lloyd
Presenter:
Sarah Millican
Interviewed Guest:
Ken Dodd
Interviewed Guest:
Hannah Fry
Interviewed Guest:
Greg Jenner
Producer:
James Harkin

Inside Versailles

Series 1

Episode 1

Duration: 5 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

A closer look at the history behind the drama series Versailles. Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner look at Louis XIV's love life.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Producer:
Adam Reeve
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 1

Episode 2

Duration: 5 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

Following the latest instalment of Versailles, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner take a closer look at gender and sexuality at the court of Louis XIV.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Producer:
Adam Reeve
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 1

Episode 3

Duration: 5 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

Historical discussion show inspired by drama series Versailles. Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner look at the tension between Louis XIV and his nobility.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Producer:
Adam Reeve
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 1

Episode 4

Duration: 7 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two ScotlandLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales

Historical discussion show inspired by drama series Versailles. Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner discuss 17th-century warfare as seen in the series. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Producer:
Adam Reeve
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 1

Episode 5

Duration: 7 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two HD

Following the latest instalment of Versailles, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner dig deeper into the world of Louis XIV and his court entertainments.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Producer:
Adam Reeve
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright

Inside Versailles

Series 1

Episode 6

Duration: 7 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two WalesLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales

Inspired by drama series Versailles, Professor Kate Williams and Greg Jenner explore the topic of religious conflict in early modern France.

Contributors

Presenter:
Kate Williams
Presenter:
Greg Jenner
Producer:
Adam Reeve
Executive Producer:
Caroline Wright