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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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Saving the vaquita

May 13, 2021
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Bob Marley: An extraordinary day

May 11, 2021
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Our story: Part two

May 8, 2021
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Coronavirus: Pilots and trainee doctors

May 8, 2021
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Myanmar: The spring revolution

May 6, 2021
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Where is Jack Ma?

May 4, 2021
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Our story: Part one

May 1, 2021
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Coronavirus: India

May 1, 2021
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The Battle of Palma

Apr 29, 2021
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Don't log off: My life, my world

Apr 27, 2021