The Great Stink of 1858
In the 1800s gallons of raw sewage was being poured into the River Thames every year. An unusual heatwave in the summer of 1858 caused an almighty stench, Dr. Xand Van Tulleken explores the impact of "The Great Stink".
Cast:Xand van Tulleken , JJ Chalmers , Raksha Dave , Peter Rouzel , Ayo Sokale , Sarah Wise , Mike Sansom
1Season 1
S1.E1 ∙ Contagion
Wed, Feb 15, 2023
Dr. Xand Van Tulleken, J.J. Chalmers and Raksha Dave explore why during a heat wave in 1858 caused The River Thames to become a cesspool.
2Season 1
S1.E2 ∙ Saving London
Thu, Feb 16, 2023
Dr. Xand Van Tulleken, J.J. Chalmers and Raksha Dave continue to explore the impact of The Great Stink and how parliament eventually saved London.
