Fearless adventurer Ben Fogle embarks on his most extreme journey to date… into the Congo. One of the most mysterious and perilous places on earth. Ben travels deep into the Congo’s remote and stunning rainforests, to immerse himself with native tribes and to discover how ancient ways of life are still thriving. He will encounter some of the planet’s most awe-inspiring wildlife, coming face to face with the majestic and elusive lowland gorillas. From the shores of the mighty Congo River to the bustling streets of Brazzaville, Ben encounters inspiring people, from glass eating voodoo wrestlers to dandy-style fashionistas, and experiences the vibrant culture that makes Congo ‘The Beating Heart of Africa’.
Mentorn Media is one of the UK’s most established and respected producers, run by Chris Brogden, Managing Director and Head of Content for the Tinopolis Factual Group.
Founded in 1985, Mentorn Media has gone on to produce thousands of hours of programming for broadcasters in the UK and internationally.
With production bases in London and Glasgow, the team produces programmes with a focus on entertainment and factual, ranging from long-running current affairs stalwart Question Time and Debate Night for BBC One & BBC Scotland, to Inside the Force: 24/7 (Channel 5), Traffic Cops (Channel 5) and Secrets of an ISIS Smartphone (BBC3) as well as Children of the Cult for Discovery+.
Other shows have ranged from Council House Swap for Channel 5 to Freshers for ITV, and international hit show An Idiot Abroad for Sky, which has been sold into more than 200 territories.