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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 the debate over abortion in the US, to voices from the Middle East conflict, to climate change in Somalia, 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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Fighting together in Korea

Oct 25, 2020
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US election: Trucking and farming

Oct 24, 2020
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The British and their fish

Oct 22, 2020
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A perfect match

Oct 20, 2020
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The TikTok election

Oct 18, 2020
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The Response USA: The return

Oct 17, 2020
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US election: Losing your job

Oct 17, 2020
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Reza's story

Oct 15, 2020
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Dyslexia: Into adulthood

Oct 13, 2020
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Spitfire stories

Oct 11, 2020