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How America got its…
Alison Farrar
A traditional Bristolian seafaring tale that explains how America was named.2:26

Annie’s Story
Annie Thompson
Having spina bifida has not stopped Annie from living an independent life and moving to her own flat in Filton.1:09

Dr Loo and the…
Grant
A Dr Who parody, as Dr Loo and “Lav” set of in the Turdis (a portaloo, of course) for Roman times…2:21

Dreams and Memories
Jacky Long
A dream home, and a place of sad memories too.2:20

Common Ground
David Drake
A walk up on the Downs represents a personal link between past and present, and a space for peaceful contemplation high above the…0:49

Building Futures
Liz
Liz Jones, part of Bristol City Council’s Human Resources team, talks about the council’s Building Futures scheme.2:20

The Meridian Phoenix
Martin Rieser
The flames of love fanned in a very unusual way.1:14

Crash!
Ruth Jacobs
Anything can happen on the way to work.7:35

Prefab Story
Dave Drew
The story of prefab housing in Bristol, from the 1940s into the new millennium.7:59

Stoke Park Hospital -…
Penny Lepisz
Part one of a two part history of Stoke Park Hospital, near Bristol, which was home for people with learning difficulties and…2:10

Paul Robeson: To be…
Anna Farthing
Actor, campaigner and singer Paul Robeson is still inspiring people, 40 years after his death.2:07

A graduate’s tale
Chad
Chad gets on his bike and finds a job in Bristol City Council.