PICK OF THE WEEK

show. It was also a success with viewers so it should come as no surprise that Katie and Channel 4 shook hands on a second run. Katie is back renovating even more of her £2million West Sussex mansion, and still has a mountain to climb to turn it into her dream family home. She sets her sights on an ambitious five-room revamp of the top floor, turning it into her own little haven including a new bedroom, a cinema room and a lounge. As well as renovating her home, Katie also opens up about threats she’s been receiving on social media. Plus, there’s a surprise in store when Katie calls in pest control to remove a giant wasp nest living in her storage container.

The Dangerous Rise of Andrew Tate (BBC3, 10pm)

For many, the name Andrew Tate will have meant nothing - until he and his brother Tristan were arrested in Romania on suspicion of human trafficking and other offences. But to others, he was a big star thanks to his appearance on Big Brother and status as an internet celebrity. Here, broadcaster Matt Shea examines Tate’s rise to fame and dramatic fall from grace. His aim is to uncover the truth about the accusations levelled against Tate, as well as other controversies surrounding the former kickboxer, including his treatment of women.

WEDNESDAY

Secret Life of the Forest (C5, 8pm)

With the weather outside still pretty miserable, it’s rather refreshing to be taking a televisual trip to Yorkshire’s Dalby and Cropton Forests during the summer. The latter is now home to a family of beavers, and we’ll get to see them working on building a dam they’ll soon be calling home - eat your heart out George Clarke and co. There’s also an opportunity to see a group of Exmoor ponies who are crucial to the success of the local wildflowers - they have the space to grow and flourish after their equine friends tuck into the vegetation growing nearby.

Sort Your Life Out with Stacey Solomon (BBC1, 9pm)

The presenter is about to meet a blended family brought together by tragedy. When Raaj’s sister passed away two years ago after contracting Covid, Raaj and her husband, Roydel, and their toddler son Ajay, welcomed her sibling’s children Simran and Harjoth into their home. However, their three-bedroom property is now bursting at the seams - but are they really ready to let go of half their possessions, something Stacey thinks they’ll have to do if they’re going to take control of their living space again? Certainly the 24 old toothbrushes they’ve amassed can go, but handing over some of Raaj’s late sister’s belongings is going to be far harder, especially after the children find some cherished family photos. Hankies at the ready everyone...

Surgeons: At the Edge of Life (BBC2, 9pm)

The series following the work of some of the

UK’s leading surgeons is always dramatic, but the current run proves doubly so this week. It’s the final episode too, so it really is going out memorably. Two women who have both been involved in road traffic accidents arrive at Addenbrooke’s in desperate need of help. The trauma team sets about assessing them immediately; they discover that Caroline, who is 55, has a cerebral bleed, which sounds as if it’s her most pressing problem, but it’s the injuries to her pelvis and heel (including an open fracture) that cause the most concern. Meanwhile, 75-year-old Joan has multiple issues, and may lose a foot after being knocked down by a van. Not one for the squeamish, but fascinating nevertheless.

The Piano (C4, 9pm)

Last week’s performers were so impressive, it’s hard to imagine anybody doing any better. Nevertheless, Claudia Winkleman is about to meet more amateur pianists who are desperate to win the chance to play on the stage at the iconic Royal Albert Hall. She’s at

Leeds train station, where a Chopin enthusiast who’s built a street piano on wheels goes through their repertoire before a boy who plays Ibiza classics for his dad struts his stuff. But it’s a unique young lady who catches the eye.

The Billionaires Who Made Our World (C4, 10pm)

Originally titled Tech Titans, this three-part series got off to a rollicking good start last week with a profile of Bill Gates. The final episode focuses on Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg, but sandwiched between them is an insight into Jeff Bezos. Born in Alburquerque in 1964, he’s best known for founding Amazon, the company where he remains the executive chairman. The programme hears from his friends, colleagues and insiders, who discuss how Bezos went from working in McDonald’s to becoming the third richest person on the planet.

Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over USA (W, 10pm)

Stacey meets some extraordinary families in the USA, lifting the lid on their unusual lifestyles. Tonight, she meets nine-year-old Autumn, who picked up her first gun at the age of two. She now has 36 guns of her own and a dedicated YouTube channel, on which she reviews and tests out semi-automatic weapons for her 200,000 subscribers. Dad Randy and mum Lindsay live their life on the road, moving from state to state in their RV. Stacey meets the family in Oklahoma where they have bought a plot of land to clear for Autumn’s own shooting range.

THURSDAY

The Dog House (C4, 8pm)

The staff at the Woodgreen animal charity continue their efforts to rehome dogs with suitable owners - and as regular viewers know, they’re pretty darn good at it too, so we have high hopes for the pairings in the latest edition. If drag queen John and his partner Sammy don’t fall head over heels in love with the lively French bulldog they meet, we’ll eat a whole pig’s ear ourselves. Plus, Peaches the lurcher, who has previously been the bridesmaid but never the bride, gets to go out on two dates.

Dragons’ Den (BBC1, 8pm)

With spring around the corner, many viewers are probably thinking about getting back in the garden. They may find the invention brought in by a couple from Berkshire interesting - it’s a multipurpose tool designed to help with all manner of horticultural issues, and now they’re digging around for extra investment. Also showcased tonight are a clothing range designed to adapt for different disabilities, an app that reunites lost dogs with their owners and a plant-based meal delivery service.

The Supervet: Safari Special (C4, 9pm)

Noel Fitzpatrick is back on the box with more incredible tales, but this time, his patients are not your common or garden dogs, cats or other domestic pets. Instead, he’s jetting off to South Africa, where he’s hoping to come faceto-face with some of the incredible species living on the savannah. Fitzpatrick is looking forward to meeting those who have dedicated their lives to taking care of these endangered species, often in pressurised environments. But, as ever, it’s his work with the animals themselves that proves the most interesting part of the programme; he’ll be seen helping rhinos and carrying out procedures rarely - if ever - carried out on two very large felines.

Life and War: Ukraine a Year On (STV, 9pm)

On February 24, 2022, Russia horrified the world by invading its neighbour, Ukraine, escalating the Russo-Ukrainian war, which had been simmering since 2014. Suddenly, millions were forced to leave their homes, sparking the biggest refugee crisis since the Second World War. However, not everyone fled - others, whether because they had no option, stayed behind. Now, almost exactly a year on, this fascinating and, at times, disturbing documentary examines how the conflict began. Presented by ITV’s Global Security Editor Rohit Kachroo, the programme also delves into what’s happened to those still living in the country.

The Apprentice (BBC1, 9pm)

Immersive tours are the name of Lord Sugar’s game this week. He sends the remaining candidates off to deepest, darkest Shropshire where they’re tasked with selling tickets, booking the entertainment and organising food and drink. As ever, very little goes to plan while one team comes face-to-face with confused convicts (which is probably the last thing they expected when they signed up for the show), the other must negotiate a potential dining disaster.

Nancy Meyers: The Directors (Sky Arts, 10.40pm)

Nancy Meyers’ films are well-known for their complex female characters, critiques of masculinity and their iconic production design. This programme looks at the career of the legendary moviemaker who has wrote, produced, and directed many critically and commercially successful films including Private Benjamin, Irreconcilable Differences, Baby Boom, Father of the Bride, The Parent Trap, What Women Want, Something’s Gotta Give, The Holiday, It’s Complicated and The Intern. Last year, Netflix announced Meyers was making an as yet untitled new ensemble comedy for the streaming service.

FRIDAY

Beyond Paradise (BBC1, 8pm)

The bad news for fans of Death in the Paradise is that the latest series comes to an end tonight. The good news is that we’re also getting the first episode of a new spin-off following Kris Marshall’s DCI Humphrey Goodman. The last time viewers saw the cop was in 2017, when he left the Caribbean island of Saint Marie for a new life in London with Martha (Sally Bretton). It turns out they are still together, but they have decided that the capital isn’t for them and have returned to Martha’s roots on the Devon coast. While she pursues her dream of running her own restaurant, he joins the local force and finds himself solving some baffling cases with the help of his eclectic team, DS Esther Williams (Zahra Ahmadi), PC Kelby Hartford (Dylan Llewellyn) and Margo Martins (Felicity Montagu).

How to Bag a Bargain Holiday (C5, 8pm)

If you badly need a holiday but are worried that you can’t afford one, then think again - this programme has all the experts’ tips and tricks to help get you soaking up the sun in no time. Travel industry insiders leave no stone unturned in their quest to reveal all the things that their counterparts don’t want you to find out. So whether you need to know when to fly, or where to fly from, what to buy and what not to, or how to swerve the hidden costs in the small print, this show could knock hundreds of pounds off your holiday.

Hotel Portofino (STV, 9pm)

The period drama continues as Nish comes to a big realisation when he narrowly escapes arrest for political subversion, while Constance catches Lucian’s eye on a boat trip, but also sees a lot more than she expected. Meanwhile, Bella stands up to Signor Danioni, but it turns out he wasn’t bluffing when he threatened to hand over some compromising correspondence to her husband. Meanwhile, Cecil and Jake shake on a deal regarding a family heirloom, but later that night, someone attempts to steal it.

Gogglebox (C4, 9pm)

Friday night TV hasn’t been quite the same without our favourite armchair critics summing up the week’s small screen offerings for us. So, the good news is that the Goggleboxers have returned for a 21st series. They are back in time to give us their thoughts on the British Academy Film Awards and The Masked Singer final, but will those shows be on their agenda, or will they have found a hidden gem to watch?

The Graham Norton Show (BBC1, 10.40pm)

Graham is welcoming a couple of Oscarwinners this week - actress, singer and dancer Ariana DeBose, who won her statuette for playing Anita in Steven Spielberg’s remake of West Side Story, and all-round national treasure Helen Mirren, who will be discussing her role in Shazam! Fury of the Gods. They’re joined by Patrick Stewart who talks about returning to his most iconic role in Star Trek: Picard, and Pedro Pascal, who is promoting the new series of The Mandalorian. Music comes from Freya Ridings.