The Secret War on Terror

The Secret War on Terror 2011

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The inside story of the intelligence war which has been fought against Al Qaeda since 9/11.

2011

I'm in a Rock 'n' Roll Band!

I'm in a Rock 'n' Roll Band! 1970

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I'm in a Rock 'n' Roll Band! is a documentary television series broadcast on BBC Two, narrated by Mark Radcliffe and first broadcast on 1 May 2010. The series charts the history of rock music, with the first five episodes focusing on different members of a typical band, such as the singer or the guitarist. The final episode is special live episode, featuring "industry experts discuss their favourite musicians before creating the ultimate fantasy band." This will also feature the result of a public vote, which will ask viewers who their think are the greatest rock bands and band members. At the end of the series, Led Zeppelin were named the best ever band, while the make-up of the Ultimate Fantasy Band was announced as Freddie Mercury, Jimi Hendrix, John Bonham and Flea.

1970

Rocket Science

Rocket Science 1970

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Rocket Science is a BBC television documentary series, first broadcast in March 2009 on BBC Two, exploring new ways to teach science to children. Across the UK, fewer and fewer youngsters want to study chemistry and physics, so with the help of physics teacher Andy Smith, Rocket Science sets out to convert a small sample by teaching them everything safe there is to know about fireworks. The series was filmed over a period of nine months.

1970

Our Top Ten Treasures

Our Top Ten Treasures 1970

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Our Top Ten Treasures was a 2003 special episode of the BBC Television series Meet the Ancestors which profiled the ten most important treasures unearthed in Britain, as voted for by a panel of experts from the British Museum.

1970

Becky and Barnaby Bear

Becky and Barnaby Bear 1970

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Becky and Barnaby Bear is a live action television series on United Kingdom TV for children between the ages of 5 and 8, based around the character of Barnaby Bear and his friend Becky. Barnaby and Becky both live in the city of Chester in Cheshire. Barnaby Bear is a registered trademark of the Geographical Association. Barnaby helps children to learn about the world around them by showing a video diary of Barnaby's adventures. The series was shown as a part of Watch, a series on BBC2 from 1980s to 2000s

1970

Strike: Inside the Unions

Strike: Inside the Unions 2023

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Pickets and people power. Unprecedented access to the people at the heart of the biggest wave of strikes in a generation - from the union leaders to the workers on the frontline.

2023

BBC Cardiff Singer of the World

BBC Cardiff Singer of the World 1983

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BBC Cardiff Singer of the World is a biennial singing competition in Cardiff, Wales. It attracts contestants from around the world to compete over five days, performing arias and songs from different genres. Since its establishment in 1983, the competition has launched the careers of renowned singers like Bryn Terfel. It offers a platform for emerging artists to gain exposure and showcases the world's finest young vocal talent. The competition is known for its prestige, with the winner receiving the coveted title of Cardiff Singer of the World. With millions of viewers worldwide, the show is a celebration of the art of singing, providing an opportunity for emerging artists to gain international exposure.

1983

Hidden Treasures of ...

Hidden Treasures of ... 2011

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Griff Rhys Jones sets off on a series of adventures to find out what extraordinary treasure is still being created in far-off places by the indigenous people of today

2011

3, 2, 1, Go!

3, 2, 1, Go! 2012

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Children journey into the mathematical world that underpins their favourite sport.

2012

The Wright Taste

The Wright Taste 1970

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The Wright Taste is a five-part BBC Wales documentary series that started in late October 2008. It follows food critic and restaurateur Simon Wright's journey farming animals from field to fork. Simon is a partner in the restaurant Y Polyn in South West Wales. Y Polyn also features on cookery show The Hairy Bikers' Food Tour of Britain.

1970

Sport Nation

Sport Nation 1970

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Sport Nation is a magazine sports television programme produced by BBC Sport Scotland. The first edition was broadcast on BBC Two Scotland in March 2009 as Sport Monthly, but was relaunched as Sport Nation in 2011. The programme is designed as a showcase for all levels of Scottish sport. Previous editions have also included interviews with some high-profile Scottish sportsmen and women in addition to popular and up-and-coming young sports stars. Features from each show are available to watch again on the show's website and the whole programme is available 7 days after transmission across the UK on the BBC iPlayer.

1970

H G Wells: War with the World

H G Wells: War with the World 1970

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H G Wells: War With The World is a 2006 BBC Television docudrama telling the life story of the British author H.G. Wells, who is played in the film by Michael Sheen. The title of the film is clearly referencing Wells' most famous novel The War of the Worlds.

1970

The Man Who Broke Britain

The Man Who Broke Britain 1970

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The Man Who Broke Britain is a 2004 BBC Television docudrama about a financial collapse triggered by a devastating terrorist strike.

1970

Bill Oddie Goes Wild

Bill Oddie Goes Wild 1970

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Bill Oddie Goes Wild was a British TV programme, about natural history, presented by Bill Oddie. Three series were made.

1970