The BBC has a long-standing tradition of producing "slow television"—gentle, almost meditative programming featuring canal boat rides or pottery glazing. However, the is something else entirely. Conceived as a one-off special for BBC Three (later migrated to BBC Two due to cult demand), the show was pitched as a "psychological endurance test wrapped in a pastry crust."
"My goal is to make healthy eating enjoyable and accessible," Melanie explains. "By using pie as a temptation, we're able to tap into people's cravings and desires, while providing them with a healthier alternative. The sauna therapy adds an extra layer of benefits, helping to detoxify the body and reset the metabolism." bbc pie-sauna temptation with melanie marie