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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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The Greyhound Diaries

Nov 3, 2018
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West Africa’s Fish Famine

Nov 2, 2018
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The Dark Sides of American Democracy

Oct 30, 2018
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Young, Cool and Kazakhstani

Oct 27, 2018
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Serbia’s Femicide Crisis

Oct 25, 2018
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What Happened Last Night in Sweden?

Oct 24, 2018
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Africa's Big Philanthropy: Home-Grown

Oct 23, 2018
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Singing for Survival in Cucuta

Oct 18, 2018
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Africa's Big Philanthropy: Agriculture and Food Security

Oct 16, 2018
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Paralympics – Gaming the System?

Oct 11, 2018