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Beginnings

Episode number: 1

Overview: Philomena takes us right back to the beginning with the Big Bang and interviews Robert Peston about British politics.

The Empire Strikes Back

Episode number: 2

Overview: Philomena's odyssey takes her from King Henry VIII to Lord Horatio Nelson.

The Third Episode

Episode number: 3

Overview: Philomena examines the Victorians and is joined by Chris Packham who tries to shed some light on Darwin's discoveries.

Twentieth Century Shocks

Episode number: 4

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

The Arse End of History

Episode number: 5

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