Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.

This week: 12th to 18th January

16th January 1547 - Ivan The Terrible becomes the first Tsar of Russia.

16th January 1950 - The first edition of "Listen With Mother" is broadcast on the BBC Light Programme.

17th January 1921 - The first public performance of the illusion of sawing a person in half is given at Finsbury Park Empire.

Presented by Ron Brown and Viji Alles.