Sue Perkins

The Mekong River with Sue Perkins turns a river journey into an introduction to livelihoods and communities facing change. Perkins is funny about her own discomfort, but also willing to become quieter when someone describes what the river means to them. That movement between humour and attention makes her good company. Choose the series for its conversations about fishing, development and daily life, with the river providing a connection between stories rather than simply an impressive backdrop.