Episode 2 (S01E02)

David delves into the remarkable tale of a woman who, after losing her husband to a cholera outbreak, transforms her home into a boarding house. He then tracks the journey of a determined Jewish immigrant from Denmark, battling to survive during a worldwide economic downturn. Following this, he explores the life of a savvy operator who helps countless individuals start anew in America. David also uncovers the compelling saga of the Robinsons, a couple seemingly thriving in the watchmaking industry, whose domestic life is marred by violence and betrayal, leading them into divorce proceedings. The episode closes by the River Mersey, where a mysterious body recovered from the water reveals unexpected links to the house.