1. A moving account of pal’s suicide

It must be documentary season for washed-up politicians.

2. Sellers are so dull

ITV has proven itself to be good at copying things. Strictly Come Dancing became such a huge hit that Dancing on Ice suddenly appeared, and the popularity of Doctor Who, I’m sure, had no bearing at all on Primeval hitting our screens.

3. Burps are getting a little bit stale, Harry

4. A farce over class with John Prescott

5. Talent show spoof really hits the spot

Reality shows can be tiring. There’s X Factor, Britain’s Got Talent, Strictly Come Dancing and more – and then, when one finishes, another begins almost immediately.

6. Fry’s American journey is sure to enlighten us

Plenty of people have visited America for the odd holiday, but national treasure Stephen Fry has undertaken a somewhat bigger journey – to travel across the US of A and visit every single state along the way in a bid to learn more about the country.

7. History? Pah. Bring on the sex

If you’re tuning into The Tudors expecting a traditionally stuffy historical drama, then you’ll be surprised: there’s plenty of drama and excitement that’s more akin to EastEnders than Price and Prejudice.

8. Hitting the right notes?

New reality show Last Choir Standing attempts to take a fresh look at a genre that traditionally revolves around the same boring contestants – this time, the hopefuls take the form of choirs and will try to sing their way to the final round, where they’ll be crowned the nation’s favourite choir.

9. River Cottage Spring

Hugh’s back and continuing his crusade to get Britain back to basics and eating proper food.

10. Presenters a tad hard to swallow

Giles Coren and Sue Perkins, after fattening up in Edwardian Supersize Me, have taken to slimming down with a unique new diet – rationing, World War II style.