Rich Lives, Poor Lives
tv show
3 total episodes
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1 seasons
First Aired July 10, 2025
Genres:
Overview
Rob and Ruth will travel back in time immersing themselves in some of the most turbulent events in history, exploring them through the contrasting eyes of the rich and poor. From the Great Plague to the Great Fire of London to the Blitz, the duo will delve into the past, uncovering hidden stories of survival, resilience, and adaptation across history’s most seismic events. They will visit iconic historical sites and uncover what it was really like to live through these times, as they breathe life into these fascinating moments that have shaped our world.

The Great Fire of London
Season 1 - Episode 2 - 2h 30m
Air Date
July 17, 2025
Overview
Over three quarters of London was destroyed by the fire. But did it have the same impact on the rich and the poor? Rob and Ruth step into their shoes to discover the truth.