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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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Wives Wanted in the Faroe Islands

Apr 26, 2017
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Me and the President

Apr 26, 2017
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Dying to Talk

Apr 23, 2017
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#GrannyWisdom

Apr 22, 2017
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Cuba’s Cancer Revolution

Apr 20, 2017
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Living with the Dead

Apr 19, 2017
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Mirrored

Apr 18, 2017
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A Soldier's Eye View of Afghanistan

Apr 16, 2017
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Walls and Peace

Apr 15, 2017
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Extreme Selfies Russian Style

Apr 13, 2017