The Culture We Loved

Profile of John Logie Baird, the man who invented television, presented by his son Malcolm

Christopher Biggins takes a nostalgic look back at his time on the BBC comedy Rentaghost.

Writer and poet Maya Angelou goes on a pilgrimage to Burns Country in Scotland.

Film exploring the life of one of the most celebrated icons of early cinema.

From 1998. Michael Parkinson's guests are Billy Connolly and Sir David Attenborough.

A look at how Cornish landscapes have influenced sculptor Barbara Hepworth's work. (1961)

A fascinating documentary charting the extraordinary life and music of Dolly Parton.

Documentary about the great American realist painter and printmaker Edward Hopper.

A recital of guitar music by Julian Bream at Old Wardour Castle. (1978)

1983 Royal Albert Hall concert by the Everly Brothers following their ten-year split.

Poet Simon Armitage finds inspiration in the Humber Bridge. (1996)

Aretha Franklin live at the Royal Concertgebouw in 1968.

A celebration of Roy Plomley's radio favourite with some celebrity castaways' help.

The Victoria & Albert Museum challenges the experts. (1958)

John Ellison meets Italian opera star, Tito Gobbi and other interesting guests. (1955)

Documentary about Bette Davis, including an interview with the Hollywood star herself.

John le Carre talks about his writing and the main influences on his work. (1966)

John Freeman interviews the racing car driver Stirling Moss. (1960)

Maya Angelou gives a frank account of her journey to becoming an author.

Sir David Frost interviews football manager Brian Clough. (1974)

Actor Kenneth Williams gives a personal view of Bloomsbury. (1975)

John Betjeman is filmed at different London locations reciting his poems. (1959)

Filmed in 1979, this film captures the pop diva at the height of her career.

Eamonn Andrews looks at Hattie Jacques's life and career. (1963)