Seasons

Beginnings E1

Beginnings

Aired Apr 3, 2018

In this first episode, Philomena takes us right back to the beginning with the Big Bang and interviews Robert Peston about British politics.

30 min ★ 8.60
The Empire Strikes Back E2

The Empire Strikes Back

Aired Apr 10, 2018

In this second episode, Philomena's odyssey takes her from King Henry VIII to Lord Horatio Nelson.

30 min ★ 8.30
The Third Episode E3

The Third Episode

Aired Apr 17, 2018

Philomena Cunk examines the Victorian era, with help from guests including Chris Packham. He tries to shed some light on Darwin's discoveries.

30 min ★ 8.30
Twentieth Century Shocks E4

Twentieth Century Shocks

Aired Apr 24, 2018

In episode four, Philomena and Mark Lawson examine the first half of the 20th century, with two world wars but no world cup.

30 min ★ 8.50
The Arse End of History E5

The Arse End of History

Aired May 1, 2018

In the final episode, Cunk has made it to the 21st century and Brexit.

30 min ★ 8.50