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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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Nigeria's Patient 'Prisoners'

Nov 22, 2018
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The Number One Ladies’ Landmine Agency

Nov 21, 2018
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Argentina’s Feminist Tango

Nov 20, 2018
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The Eternal Life of the Instant Noodle

Nov 18, 2018
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Everyday Americans 3: Opioids and the Next Generation

Nov 16, 2018
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Everyday Americans 2: Law and Order and Opioids

Nov 16, 2018
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Everyday Americans 1: The Opioid ‘Demon’

Nov 16, 2018
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The Last Long Journey of the Herero

Nov 14, 2018
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From Truman to Trump

Nov 13, 2018
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Saudi's Crown Prince in the spotlight

Nov 8, 2018