Tag: AIDS: The Unheard Tapes

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 09/07/2022

Spider-Man: Homecoming (BBC 1/HD | 10:30pm to 12:25am | Saturday 9th July 2022)

Peter Parker balances life as an ordinary high-school student with his superhero alter-ego Spider-Man, while waiting in vain to join his mentor Iron Man on a world-saving mission. Determined to prove he is ready for bigger challenges, he investigates a spree of crimes committed with advanced weapons – leading him into a battle with a ruthless winged enemy on the hunt for priceless technology. Superhero adventure, starring Tom Holland, Michael Keaton and Robert Downey Jr.

Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Tuesday 12th July 2022)

Freddie continues his mission to turn a group of lively teenagers from his home town of Preston into a decent competitive team. After the chaos of their first match, some of the boys’ behaviour is threatening the team’s ability to prepare for their next game. However, a surprising new addition gives the boys a fight chance – if only Freddie can keep them under control.

AIDS: The Unheard Tapes (BBC 2/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Monday 11th July 2022)

A look at the search for a cure, with the results of the failed AZT trials in 1993 provoking a backlash against drug companies and sometimes the doctors and nurses caring for patients. Many in the gay and HIV communities began to take further action for themselves, and a wave of revolutionary activism and direct action built momentum. The stories of men including John, Jeremy and Tony, recorded at the time and her voiced by actors, bring these experiences to life.

Mo Farah: My Untold Story (BBC 1/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Wednesday 13th July 2022)

Ten years ago, Mo Farah captured the imagination of sports fans across the nation when he won two gold medals at the London 2012 Olympics. But where did he come from? Here, Mo tells his story, revealing the shocking truth about his childhood, the journey he made from Somaliland to the UK as a young boy, and the subsequent years that led to his Olympic success.

Judi Dench: Our National Treasure (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:30pm | Friday 15th July 2022) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

A profile of the actress from a strict Quaker upbringing in Yorkshire, through her staunch determination to make it as a thespian. There’s also a look at her work in TV favourites such as A Fine Romance and As Time Goes By, where Judi’s performances won her four BAFTA awards, and her tenure in the James Bond franchise.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 02/07/2022

Top Gear (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 3rd July 2022)

Freddie Flintoff, Chris Harris and Paddy McGuinness celebrate 100 years of the BBC by tackling 1920s-style motorsport. Continuing the motorsport theme, Paddy also delves into the history of BMW’s legendary M-cars and Chris gets to grips Ford’s new WRC racer. Plus, with electric cars becoming a more common sight on the roads, the team investigates the future of fuel.

 Joe Lycett’s Big Pride Party (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 11:00pm | Sunday 3rd July 2022)

The comedian hosts a live show in Birmingham to celebrate 50 years of Pride. He is joined by guests including Mawaan Rizwan, Rosie Jones, Mae Martin, Boy George, Kelly Holmes, Julian Clary, Danny Dyer, Joan Collins, Tom Allen, Self Esteem, Gina Yashere, Tia Kofi, Lawrence Chaney, Adam All, Steps and the stars of Heartstopper. Plus, Joe will be pulling off one of his most ambitious stunts to date, which involves a load of MPs and an impromptu statue in Westminster.

AIDS: The Unheard Tapes (BBC 2/HD | 9:30pm to 10:30pm | Monday 4th July 2022)

A look at how the government educated the nation about Aids amid rising rates of infection, with dedicated hospital wards providing a haven, but deaths continued increasing in the gay community. The stories of men including Jeremy, John, Martyn and Tony recorded at the time bring these experiences to life, with their words lip-synced by actors, giving first-hand insight into how they tried to adapt to their lives as part of the `Aids generation’ and struggled with the deaths of those they loved.

Why Buildings Collapse (BBC 2/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Tuesday 5th July 2022)

Documentary examining the collapse of the Champlain Towers South apartment building in Miami in 2021, and looking at the implications for other buildings around the world. The programme explores the factors that might have led to the collapse, and also looks to the future to ask what lessons can be learnt from this disaster.

Secrets of the London Underground (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 7th July 2022)

Baker Street. Tim Dunn and Siddy Holloway explore the tube station with the most platforms, Baker Street.

British Planes That Won the War with Rob Bell (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 8th July 2022)

The engineer tells the story of the Harrier Jump Jet, the first operational aircraft to employ vertical take-off and landing, or VTOL. We meet Harrier pilots who took part in its first combat operation in the Falklands War, and hear about the influential role that the planes played.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.

UK TV programmes to watch this week : 25/06/2022

Top Gear (BBC 1/HD | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Sunday 26th June 2022)

The team finds out if you can grab a reliable used car for less than £500, with the help of a tank assault course. Elsewhere, Chris Harris lives the high life in Maserati’s new MC20 supercar, while Freddie Flintoff goes on the charge in the all-electric Rivian pick-up truck.

AIDS: The Unheard Tapes (BBC 2/HD | 9:30pm to 10:30pm | Monday 27th June 2022) ** PICK OF THE WEEK **

Forty years ago, a mysterious disease first appeared in Britain’s gay community. As the crisis grew, a group of pioneering researchers began recording audio interviews with infected gay men and their friends. These interviews were archived in the British Library and have never been broadcast before. This series brings them to life with young actors who lip-sync to the original voice recordings.

Why Buildings Collapse (BBC 2/HD | 9:30pm to 10:30pm | Tuesday 28th June 2022)

Documentary examining the collapse of the Champlain Towers South apartment building in Miami in 2021, and looking at the implications for other buildings around the world. The programme explores the factors that might have led to the collapse, and also looks to the future to ask what lessons we might learn from this disaster.

Secrets of the London Underground (Yesterday | 8:00pm to 9:00pm | Thursday 30th June 2022)

Tim Dunn and Siddy Holloway visit the cathedral-like Greenwich Power Station, which stands ready to power the tube at short notice.

This Is My House (BBC 1/HD | 8:30pm to 9:00pm | Friday 1st July 2022)

The property-based guessing game sees four people all claiming to be Rohini, owner of a nine-bedroom Georgian mansion that boasts an ice room, a pirate room, a yoga studio and an indoor beach. The real Rohini runs her property as a yoga and alternative therapy retreat, but there is a bit of friction between the Rohinis as one reveals she’s really just in it for the money. It falls to panellists Judi Love, Richard Madeley, Harry Hill and MIST to sort out the facts from the fiction.

British Planes That Won the War with Rob Bell (Channel 5/HD | 9:00pm to 10:00pm | Friday 1st July 2022)

The presenter reveals how the Lancaster bomber played a crucial role in the outcome of the Second World War. For the first time, Allied forces could take the fight to the enemy. The design for the new Lancaster bomber represented a major capability breakthrough for the Allies. Its four powerful Merlin engines allowed it to carry the largest bombs used by the RAF.

All TV guide information taken from DigiGuide — www.getdigiguide.tv/?p=1&r=15119.