Jay Blades: The Midlands Through Time  - TV series (2023)

1. Episode 1

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11/10/2023

Jay Blades reveals the secrets of his adopted home, uncovering its extraordinary history, from its much-mocked accent to the truth about Lady Godiva.

Jay Blades reveals the secrets of his adopted home, uncovering its extraordinary history, from its much-mocked accent to the truth about Lady Godiva.

2. Episode 2

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18/10/2023

Jay hears how miners risked their lives for the Industrial Revolution. And he visits Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter and Bournville, and explores the real Peaky Blinders.

Jay hears how miners risked their lives for the Industrial Revolution. And he visits Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter and Bournville, and explores the real Peaky Blinders.

3. Episode 3

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25/10/2023

Jay explores the 20th century history of the West Midlands, including the severe bombing of Coventry during WWII, historic car manufacture, and a visit from Malcolm X.

Jay explores the 20th century history of the West Midlands, including the severe bombing of Coventry during WWII, historic car manufacture, and a visit from Malcolm X.