Rise, Power, Ruin: A Family History of the Industrial Revolution | Trailer

Three families. One revolution. A lifetime of consequences.

A story of skill and sacrifice in the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Historian Alice Loxton joins host and genealogist Jen Baldwin to trace three families whose lives were shaped by one of history’s greatest transformations. At Ironbridge Gorge, industry creates opportunity, security and prosperity. But what happens when change begins to leave communities behind?

Listen to episode 1 from 1 September.

Host: Jen Baldwin

Researchers: Jen Baldwin

Guest: Alice Loxton

Editor: Caroline Harrower

Script editors: Niall Cullen, Daisy Goddard, and Madeleine Gilbert

Producers: Madeleine Gilbert, Ellie Ayton, and James Plumb

Designer: Michael McCosh

Social media: Sarah Cornes, Thomas Davis, and Ellie Ayton

Executive Producers: Helen Kaye and Steve James