‘How Do They Afford It?’

E1 Episode 1: Groceries

• Now playing
• 42m
• Oct 28, 2026

Presenter Viktor Brand meets folk singer Rutger van Barneveld and visits Esther and Yvonne on their self sufficient island in Friesland. Brussels sprout farmer Johan shares the story of his family’s frugal farming life in Groningen, while Claudia and Johnny enjoy a luxurious lifestyle in Maasdam.

E2 Episode 2: Birthday

• 42m
• Nov 4, 2026

Annemarie and Maarten Geert have a monthly income of €4,750. They have stopped hosting birthday parties. In contrast, the Azimi family who are millionaires celebrate their daughter’s fifth birthday in grand style. Viktor Brand is given a tour of Albert and Dorentina’s luxury villa. Rutger van Barneveld is pulling out all the stops to turn his new single into a number-one hit. Esther and Yvonne show how they creatively earn some extra pocket money, with a little help from Viktor.

E3 Episode 3: Episode 3

• 42m
• Airs Nov 11, 2026

Albert is flying to sunny Bali with his entire family, while Esther and Yvonne have opted for a campervan holiday. Viktor Brand checks in on Johan and Dinah, who are preparing to emigrate to Canada. A costly surprise awaits Claudia.

E4 Episode 4: Episode 4

• 42m
• Airs Nov 18, 2026

E5 Episode 5: Episode 5

• 42m
• Airs Nov 25, 2026

E6 Episode 6: Episode 6

• 42m
• Airs Dec 2, 2026

E7 Episode 7: Episode 7

• 42m
• Airs Dec 9, 2026

E8 Episode 8: Episode 8

• 42m
• Airs Dec 16, 2026