I can endorse this - the six part series has been aired at least twice on ABCTV. The first two episodes should interest every photographer - I also find the art photography bias fascinating and insightful.
BTW for those in Melbourne, the National Gallery of Victoria (the 'International' in St Kilda Rd) has a special photography exhibition space on the top floor with much emphasis on historical aspects. Notable past exhibits include the earliest travel photos and one on Alfred Stieglitz and his colleagues.