Griff's Great American South | Preview (Channel 4)

Griff Rhys Jones explores the southern states of the USA.

In the first episode, Griff heads to Tennessee, where complex dam systems constructed in the 1930s created a hydropower system the envy of the world - but also helped to forge the atomic bomb. He then moves on to Nashville, and a chance meeting with the boot scootin' world champion.

Elsewhere in the series, Griff explores Charleston’s charm, Civil War history, and the legacy of slavery that shaped the Old South. Griff finds modern Atlanta’s bold energy, then heads to the Appalachians for bluegrass and gold rush tales.

Griff explores Tennessee's river power, atomic secrets, and Nashville’s country music scene. Griff hits Memphis to trace the roots of blues, soul, and rock'n'roll on the banks of the Mississippi.

In the Deep South, Griff uncovers Alabama’s gritty past and surprising high-tech future.Griff dives into New Orleans' rich culture, jazz roots, vibrant food, and laid-back Southern soul.

Griff's Great American South begins Saturday 2nd August on Channel 4.