We learn about Charles Rennie Macintosh's Hill House in Helensburgh that Brad Pitt calls his favourite building plus we have a tale from Glasgow's Criminal underworld from 1950s.

Mon 12th Oct, 8.30pm

The People’s History Show looks back in time to discover the places and people that make up Scotland's shared history.

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On this show we look back at the fascinating history of Clackmannan Tower, go hunting for sunken treasure at Largs while David Farrell explores the story of Scottish car manufacturing.

Mon 17 Dec, 8.00 pm

We learn about the histories of Strathaven's miniature railway, Glasgow's Central Station and Botanic Gardens and the town of Maybole which recently celebrated it's 500th year.

Thu 13 Sep, 8.30 pm

Fergus Sutherland looks back on the of bravery of Scottish soldiers in WWI while Angus Simpson explores the history of two of the Clyde’s most famous sights – The Armadillo and the Waverley. 

Thu 06 Sep, 8.30 pm

On this episode we look back at the story of Jim Clark’s tragic death competing in the sport he loved, Livingston’s world famous skate park and the legacy of Glasgow’s Dough School. 

Mon 20 Aug, 8.00 pm

Angus Simpson takes a look back at the record heatwave of 1976, Fergus Sutherland explores some of Scottish football’s forgotten heroes and Iona Barker delves into the history of Singer in Clydebank.

Mon 13 Aug, 8.00 pm

Tonight we examine WWII prisoner of war camps in Scotland, enjoy a sixties 'love-in' at the Glasgow Botanic Gardens and remember when Scotland became the European Champions of American football.

Mon 06 Aug, 8.00 pm

The People’s History Show brings you amazing stories from Scotland’s past.  On this week’s episode Fergus Sutherland tell us about The Eglinton Tournament – Scotland’s most expensive and worst party. 

Mon 30 Jul, 8.00 pm

The People's History Show returns with our presenters travelling the country to bring you amazing stories from Scotland's past.

Mon 23 Jul, 8.00 pm

Angus Simpson takes a peek behind the curtain of Glasgow's Citizens Theatre, which has seen performances from some of the best British acting talent.

Mon 11 Jun, 8.00 pm

Sarah Mack and Angus Simpson find out about the old Hoover plant based in Cambuslang, while Martin Kielty explores the history of punk music in Glasgow.

Mon 04 Jun, 8.00 pm

Sarah Mack and Angus Simpson find out about the only female Scottish swimmer to win a gold at the Olympics.

Mon 14 May, 8.00 pm

Sarah Mack and Angus Simpson celebrate 55 years of the Clyde Tunnel, Oban's McCaig Tower and a woman who has been dressing the Gorbals for over four decades.

Mon 07 May, 8.00 pm

Documentary series. Sarah Mack and Angus Simpson dig deep into Scotland's past, featuring the man from Paisley who invented the ATM and Scotland's greatest wrestler George Kidd.

Mon 30 Apr, 8.00 pm

Tonight we celebrate the QE2, learn about Nan Shepherd - the woman on the Scottish five-pound note - and look back on the life of Mohammed Salim, Celtic's legendary barefooted winger.

Mon 23 Apr, 8.00 pm

Documentary series. Sarah Mack and Angus Simpson find out about Muhammad Ali's visit to Paisley, celebrate 100 years of author Muriel Spark and discover the origins of Beatlemania.

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