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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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Shades of Jewish in Israel

May 17, 2018
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The Macron Effect

May 15, 2018
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My Mixed Up World

May 13, 2018
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China’s World Cup Dreams

May 10, 2018
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Magical Money

May 9, 2018
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The Voices of the Amazon

May 8, 2018
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The Invisible Man of Britain’s Far Right

May 3, 2018
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What Men Think: India

Apr 29, 2018
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Western Sahara’s Champion Athlete

Apr 26, 2018
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Imperial Echo

Apr 25, 2018