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Upon the Education of the People
Sathnam Sanghera explores social and emotional after-effects of the 1944 Education Act.
The Shipping Forecast at 100: Shipshaped
Jerry Brotton explores how Britain's maritime heritage has shaped us.
The Dome
Paul Merton looks back at the concept, challenges and legacy of the Millennium Dome.
A Child's Christmas
Cerys Matthews steps into a world of Christmas tales written through the eyes of a child.
Victoria Wood - Loose Chippings
Victoria Wood’s audio diaries with never-before-heard material.
Prisoners, Saints and Persuaders: The World of ITC
The story of Lew Grade's ITC company, which revolutionised British television in the 1960s
Shane MacGowan: The Old Main Drag
Sean O’Hagan celebrates Shane MacGowan's lyrical genius as a voice of the Irish diaspora.
Lobster Telephone
Matthew Sweet explores a century of surrealism.
Famous Last Words
Sarah O’Reilly delves into the rich archive of notable ‘last interviews’.
Up in Smoke
A look back on a century of cigarette smoking.