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The Great Stink of 1858

The River Thames in the 1800s was beset by massive amounts of raw sewage being dumped into it every year. A particularly scorching summer in 1858 culminated in a gigantic stench that Dr. Xand Van Tulleken delves into in his examination of "The Great Stink".

Episodes:

Episode 1 Contagion

1. Contagion

Aired: Feb 16, 2023

In the next episode, a trio of experts delves into the fascinating story of h...

Episode 2 Saving London

2. Saving London

Aired: Feb 17, 2023

The medical experts delve deeper into the consequences of The Great Stink and...

Info about The Great Stink of 1858

Current Status: Returning Series

Network: 5

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary