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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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Turkey’s political football

Jun 6, 2019
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Don't hide my son

Jun 4, 2019
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Sudan’s white-coated uprising

May 30, 2019
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After the boats

May 29, 2019
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Beyond Borders: Seeking safety in Sweden and Germany

May 26, 2019
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Amar: Alone in the world

May 25, 2019
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The undercover migrant

May 23, 2019
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Robots on the road

May 21, 2019
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Beyond Borders: Seeking safety in Canada and Lebanon

May 19, 2019
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Me, the refugee

May 19, 2019