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Timeshift Season 2, Episode 4: TV and Charity
Terry Wogan, Lenny Henry, Michael Buerk and Esther Rantzen guest on Time Shift's look at how charity and TV are interwoven - from the early days of Christmas collections for needy children to the successful annual telethons of today. Watch Timeshift Season 2, Episode 4 TV and Charity in HD free online. Enjoy high-quality streaming of Timeshift Season 2, Episode 4 and share your thoughts in the comments below!
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