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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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Armenia: Return to a Town that Died

Dec 27, 2018
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Christmas with Melania

Dec 25, 2018
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Carols of the Times

Dec 23, 2018
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DNA, Me and the Family Tree

Dec 20, 2018
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Spy Ship: The Capture of the USS Pueblo

Dec 18, 2018
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Congo: A River Journey

Dec 15, 2018
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China's Hidden Camps

Dec 13, 2018
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Stories on the Rocks

Dec 12, 2018
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When you tire of tech

Dec 11, 2018
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India's battle with online porn

Dec 9, 2018