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The Documentary Podcast

A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling from the BBC. Investigating, reporting and uncovering true stories from everywhere. Award-winning journalism, unheard voices, amazing culture and global issues.

From former prisoners in Syria, to the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh, to Nigerian women protecting their community from violence, The Documentary investigates major global stories.

We delve into social media, take you into the minds of the world’s most creative people and explore personal approaches to spirituality. Every week, we also bring together people from around the globe to discuss how news stories are affecting their lives.

A new episode most days, all year round. From our BBC World Service teams at: Assignment, Heart and Soul, In the Studio, OS Conversations, The Fifth Floor and Trending.

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The Fake Paralympians: 4. Probe

Sep 7, 2021
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Mikis Theodorakis remembered

Sep 5, 2021
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World of Wisdom: Opening up again

Sep 4, 2021
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Women of Afghanistan

Sep 4, 2021
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Moria - after the fire

Sep 2, 2021
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The Fake Paralympians: 3. Lost

Aug 31, 2021
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The world according to search

Aug 28, 2021
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World of Wisdom: Peace of mind

Aug 28, 2021
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Chaos in Afghanistan

Aug 28, 2021
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Catalonia: Squatters, eviction and extortion

Aug 26, 2021