Ben Fogle: New Lives in the Wild

Ben Fogle begins his latest programme in the swamplands of Georgia, USA, where he meets more people who have left the rat race. These interviewees have chosen to relocate to remote parts of the world. The series follows their lives after the move.

The series Georgia, USA: Swamplands is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls under the genre of documentary‑style programming, following the format of a travel‑focused show that introduces viewers to unconventional lifestyles. In this instalment, presenter Ben Fogle continues his exploration of people who have abandoned the conventional “rat race.” He travels to meet individuals who have chosen to relocate to far‑removed corners of the world, seeking a different pace of life away from mainstream pressures. The episode kicks off in the swamplands of the US state of Georgia, where Fogle’s journey begins. Here he encounters a new group of residents who have swapped city‑centre careers for the quiet, isolated environment of the wetlands, offering insight into why they made the move. Overall, the programme highlights the motivations behind these drastic lifestyle changes, showing how each person has crafted a new existence in a remote setting. By focusing on the Georgia swamps, the episode adds another layer to the broader series’ theme of people redefining what a fulfilling life can look like beyond the usual hustle.