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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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Comrade Africa

Nov 10, 2019
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Albania’s Iranian guests

Nov 7, 2019
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Moondog: Sound of New York

Nov 6, 2019
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Cameroon's MMA champion

Nov 5, 2019
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The Zogos of Liberia

Oct 31, 2019
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Northern Ireland 1969: The violence spreads

Oct 30, 2019
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Uganda's war in the bush

Oct 27, 2019
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Being black in Italy

Oct 24, 2019
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Northern Ireland 1969: Battle lines

Oct 23, 2019
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Looking for love: The Zoroastrian way

Oct 22, 2019