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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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BBC OS Conversations: National service

Jun 22, 2024
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The Antarctic Midwinter Broadcast 2024

Jun 21, 2024
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Ukraine to Korea

Jun 20, 2024
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Trending: Colombia’s guerrilla recruitment video problem

Jun 19, 2024
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Assignment: Decolonising Russia

Jun 18, 2024
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In the Studio: Nazanin Moradi

Jun 17, 2024
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Three Million: 6. Silk scarves

Jun 16, 2024
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The Fifth Floor: My AI boyfriend

Jun 15, 2024
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BBC OS Conversations: Far-right voters in Europe

Jun 15, 2024
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Losing Attar

Jun 14, 2024