Rich Lives, Poor Lives

Immersive history series featuring BAFTA-winning broadcaster, barrister and author Rob Rinder and social historian Ruth Goodman

In Rich Lives, Poor Lives, Rob and Ruth travel back in time immersing themselves in some of the most turbulent events in history and exploring them through the contrasting eyes of the rich and poor. From the Great Plague to the Great Fire of London to the Blitz, the duo delve into the past, uncovering hidden stories of survival, resilience and adaptation across history’ s most seismic events. They visit iconic historical sites and uncover what it was really like to live through these times, as they breathe life into these fascinating moments that have shaped our world.

Duration 3 x 1½ hr

Lion TV and Motion Entertainment for Channel 5, UK

FORMAT AVAILABLE

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