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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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Syria’s World Cup Dream

Jun 1, 2017
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The Origins of the American Dream

May 31, 2017
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Watching my Father

May 30, 2017
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Remembering Challenger

May 28, 2017
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The Sex Slaves of Al-Shabaab

May 25, 2017
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The Sound of Soweto - Part Two

May 24, 2017
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Inside the Israeli Hospital

May 23, 2017
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The Khan Mutiny

May 21, 2017
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The Sound of Soweto - Part One

May 17, 2017
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The Robots' Story

May 16, 2017