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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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China's Generation Gap: Beijing

Feb 11, 2018
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Madness of War

Feb 9, 2018
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Her Story Made History: Monica McWilliams

Feb 7, 2018
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Three Pillars of Trump: Healthcare Reform

Feb 6, 2018
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Escape from Croatia’s Asylums

Feb 1, 2018
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Moving Pictures: The Temptation of Saint Anthony by Joos van Craesbeeck

Jan 31, 2018
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Three Pillars of Trump: The State Department

Jan 30, 2018
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The End Zone

Jan 28, 2018
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Oprah – Global Icon

Jan 27, 2018
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Paralympic Sport – Fair Play?

Jan 25, 2018