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.
Select an episode to begin listening to The Documentary Podcast.
Houston, we have a new criminal justice system
Beats, rhymes and justice: Hip-hop on Rikers Island - Part one
Riding the Motel 22: Homeless in California
Don't log off: Part one
Crossing Divides: The exchange
Gospel meets hip-hop
Reinventing Miss America
El Salvador: the story of Karla Turcios
Blasian love