Selfridges Hot Air

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Selfridges Hot Air episodes

January 04, 2019 1: State of the Arts: The Art of Imitation
No one likes a copycat... especially when they cost you millions.
In this series opener, we explore the captivating yet criminal world of art forgery through the eyes of ex-forger John Myatt. From his criminal beginnings to now ‘painting on the right side of the law’, we hear John’s staggering story of subterfuge and house paints. But when authenticity is inextricably linked to the value of an artwork, it’s not just the forgers who have a stake in the matter. Speaking to dealers and experts alike, we unpack the taboo of imitation, asking whether the skill it takes to copy a world-class piece of art could ever be considered an art in itself. After all, imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.

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25 min
August 14, 2018 6: Fresh Eyes: Square Eyes
Finding love in the digital age doesn't always have to mean swiping right. Meet Lala and Sam, a couple caught in a world between fantasy and reality where their quest for love plays out in the most unusual of realms.
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25 min
August 07, 2018 5: Fresh Eyes: Eye Catching
In the world of show business being eye catching is essential, but when it comes to the tribute act, it's not always easy to stand out.
With over 300 acts on his books, Lee Arthur of A1 Star Tributes knows what it takes to make it as a tribute. In this episode Lee guides us through his strict selection criteria and introduces us to a couple of his top acts : Edward an unlikely Michael Jackson and Michaela the ambitious Britney.
Whether you call it tribute, impersonator, or just mega fan, Edward and Michaela love what they do. As they prepare and perform to their fans, we find out what it really means to pretend to be a pop star for a living.

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20 min
July 31, 2018 4: Fresh Eyes: Keep Your Eyes Peeled
Boe, 22 didn’t always plan to become a taxi driver but when life took an unexpected turn she found herself following in the family tradition.
The Knowledge of London is the most challenging taxi examination in the world. With 320 routes and 20,000 landmarks to memorise, The Knowledge boys and girls are required to have an encyclopedic knowledge of the streets of London.
As Boe approaches the last leg of her Knowledge journey we hear about the grit and determination it takes to become a true London black cab driver and the lengths a father will go to to support his daughter.

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25 min
July 24, 2018 3: Fresh Eyes: Eye Candy
Can women be drag queens?
In this episode we seek to answer this question by following female drag queen Georgie Bee on a night on the circuit. With help from pioneering club promoter Steven Braines, Georgie is defying drag stereotypes one gig at a time and having a ball whilst doing so.

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22 min
July 17, 2018 2: Fresh Eyes: Eye of the Tiger
In this episode we look at what it is to be a champion through the world of Chess Boxing, also known as ‘nerd-fighting’. This unique hybrid sport, challenges athletes to be not only physically fit but mentally too. Introducing Matt “Crazy Arms” Read, one of the most famous Chess Boxers in history, on his last ever match. For Crazy Arms, who has only ever lost a handful of matches, a lot is at stake, as he aims to retire from Chess Boxing with his brains, brawns and reputation intact.
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24 min
July 05, 2018 1: Fresh Eyes: Eye Popping
False eyes; chances are you don't often think about them, let alone the skill, artistry and sensitivity of those who craft them.
Meet Kanti Fatania, an eye prosthesis specialist who has spent years creating some of the world’s most sought after eyes, behind the unassuming frontage of his Baker Street opticians. But in an industry as singular as this, working relationships can be just as intriguing. Hear from Kanti and his in-house iris painter, George, as together they explain the process, and reveal their unusual yet endearing relationship.

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21 min
July 05, 2018 1: Here’s a sneak peek of episode 1
1 min

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If you want to feel hopeful about the future, just ask children what kind of world they would like to see. Their imagination knows no bounds, and their playful curiosity can be a refreshing change from the doom and gloom often foreseen by adults.