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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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Don't log off - part four

Apr 25, 2020
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Saving Zimbabwe’s forests

Apr 23, 2020
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China and the virus

Apr 22, 2020
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In search of the quarter-life crisis

Apr 21, 2020
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The Response: Coronavirus - Lockdown tales from Riyadh, Hangzhou and Accra

Apr 21, 2020
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Togetherness: Coronavirus Global Conversations - Dealing with grief

Apr 19, 2020
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Personal finance for the pandemic

Apr 18, 2020
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Don't log off - part three

Apr 18, 2020
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Chile: An education for all

Apr 16, 2020
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What we can do with our waste

Apr 14, 2020