The BBC is known around the world for its vast collection of audio and visual material that dates back to the corporation's earliest days. Drawing on these vast resources, the BBC has established this Web site (in conjunction with a living history television show) to place some of these materials online, available for the general public. The site itself is divided into five broad themes, including Play, Good Times Bad Times, and Shopping. Within each section, there are a number of video clips that relate to the selected theme, along with a background essay that discusses the general theme of the section. Visitors are also encouraged to share their own life experiences on the site, ranging from discussions of the old High Street to working in the tea factory on Tyneside. Overall, this is an interesting and engaging introduction to the recent social history of the area stretching from Northumberland to North Yorkshire.