Oct 22, 2022 · 1h 29m
The eyewitnesses and participants in the BBC’s early history recount some of the triumphs and disasters as new frontiers of broadcasting were mapped out – often by accident rather than design.
How the BBC Began
The often-hilarious stories of the BBC's first 50 years. The corporation's pioneers describe its evolution – which was often by accident rather than design.
Season 1 Episodes
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Oct 29, 2022 · 1h 29m
BBC TV’s first female newsreader, Nan Winton, tells the story of how she was sacked, and staff from the BBC’s monitoring service explain the role they played in defusing the Cuban Missile Crisis.
Mar 3, 2024 · 1h 27m
The story of how the BBC struggled to be impartial at critical moments in British history and how it handled social changes in Britain after the Second World War.
Season 1 FAQ
Quick answers about this season's release timeline and episode lineup.
When did How the BBC Began Season 1 premiere?
How the BBC Began Season 1 premiered on October 21, 2022.
How many episodes are in How the BBC Began Season 1?
How the BBC Began Season 1 has 3 episodes.
What is the first episode of How the BBC Began Season 1?
The season opens with Season 1 Episode 1, "Accident and Opportunity". It aired on October 22, 2022.
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