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'Victoria' Season 2 Episode 7 Recap
Daniel HautzingerIt's the season finale of Victoria, and Christmas is coming! Albert, of all people, is obsessed with making the holiday magical, but family drama makes it difficult. Victoria sympathizes with a young visitor to the palace, and various romances reach their peak.
Did That Really Happen? 'Victoria' Edition
Daniel HautzingerHow many times did people try to assassinate Queen Victoria? Did she actually travel to Scotland? What caused the Great Famine in Ireland? Did Robert Peel's secretary save him from a murderer? And more questions from Victoria.
'Victoria' Season 2 Episode 6 Recap
Daniel HautzingerVictoria is forced to choose between two loved ones who begin to quarrel while Peel engages in the political fight of his life, one he fears will end his career. Drummond and Alfred wrestle with their future, but a dramatic event everything.
'Victoria' Season 2 Episode 5 Recap
Daniel HautzingerWhen an assassination attempt leads to constant military protection, Victoria decides to escape the stifling confines of Buckingham for the Scottish Highlands. She and Albert search for freedom from royal obligations and get lost in the process.
'Victoria' Season 2 Episode 4 Recap
Daniel HautzingerThe Irish Potato Famine is at its peak, but, because it mostly affects Catholics, both Victoria's government and the Irish Protestants are dismissive and blame the Catholics for their own problems. Cleary and an Irish clergyman help push Victoria towards contributing aid.
The True History of 'Victoria'
Daniel HautzingerWhile some parts of Victoria are speculation or based on rumors, there are many genuine historical lessons. Learn about some of the fascinating figures – the first computer programmer, a black Shakespearean – customs, and events drawn straight from real life.
'Victoria' Season 2 Episode 3 Recap
Daniel HautzingerEager to preserve the uneasy truce between Britain and France, Victoria sets off to visit the French king Louis Philippe and enjoy the sensuous glories of the French court. Albert is having an identity crisis and is a fun-spoiling grouch as usual.
'Victoria' Season 2 Episode 2 Recap
Daniel HautzingerVictoria attempts to help the lower classes in a tone-deaf way and also loses two of her closest friends; that grief is compounded by a difficult birth. Albert suffers his own sorrow and must travel to Coburg, where he hears a distressing rumor.
'Victoria' Season 2 Episode 1 Recap
Daniel HautzingerQueen Victoria is back, and she's ready to rule again even though everyone around her – especially the men – want her to stay with her newborn child. Prince Albert is unwilling to cede control and is also enticed by the dashing mathematician behind the predecessor to the computer.
The Land That Inspired the Brontës, 'Downton Abbey,' and Sally Wainwright
Daniel HautzingerWhat do Last Tango in Halifax, the Brontë sisters, the Wars of the Roses, cute terriers, and Downton Abbey have in common? They're all grounded in the north English region of Yorkshire. Explore the outsize influence of Yorkshire on culture and history.
'Poldark' Recap: Season 3 Episode 8
Julia MaishDid you miss the season finale of Poldark? Demelza makes a decisive choice regarding Armitage while Rowella and Morwenna stand up to Osborne. George makes trouble for Drake, while Elizabeth gives George an ultimatum.
'The Durrells in Corfu' Recap: Season 2 Episode 6
Daniel HautzingerPregnancies abound amongst the Durrells' friends, but their timing – plus a crime of passion – means the doctor has his hands full. Leslie, Louisa, and Spyros all step in as nurses, with various degrees of experience. As usual, Larry misses it all.
'Poldark' Recap: Season 3 Episode 7
Julia MaishMorwenna's husband is abusive, Elizabeth's partner is shunning her, Demelza's spouse is difficult and secretive; the women of Poldark are cruelly treated. But Demelza begins to consider another option, and Morwenna's sister swoops in with a plan...
'The Durrells in Corfu' Recap: Sesaon 2 Episode 5
Daniel HautzingerA cricket match between the British and Greeks, despite Louisa's insistence that it's a show of comity between the cultures, becomes a competition between Spyros and Hugh. Donald tries to attract Margo by being exotic, while Larry tries to dump Vasilia.
The Stories Behind PBS Shows
Daniel Hautzinger50 years ago, President Lyndon B. Johnson created a federally funded public broadcasting system to "enrich man's spirit." PBS has produced a wide range of programs since then. Learn a little bit about the history of some of your favorites.
