James May's Great Explorers
Sir Walter Raleigh
Season 1 Episode 2 of 3
James follows Walter Raleigh's rise from rural Devon to London high-society. He meets top barrister Benet Brandreth KC at The Honourable Society of the Middle Temple to learn the techniques of persuasion that allowed Raleigh to talk his way to the top. James also explores the darker and more complex corners of Raleigh's legacy
James May's Great Explorers airs on Channel 5 at 9:00 PM, Thursday 20 February. (Subtitles, new.)
Topics
News ➝ Current Affairs
Documentary
James May
Presenter
Catrina Lear
Series Producer
Will Daes
Executive Producer
Tom Whitter
Director