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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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Forward Thinking: Can going vegan feed the world?

Apr 17, 2024
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Assignment: Reggaeton - the pride of Puerto Rico?

Apr 16, 2024
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Bonus: The Global Story on Iran-Israel attacks

Apr 15, 2024
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In the Studio: Helle Nebelong

Apr 15, 2024
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His and hers medicine

Apr 14, 2024
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The Fifth Floor: A journalist's life in Israel

Apr 13, 2024
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BBC OS Conversations: Sudan's war - One year on

Apr 13, 2024
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Bonus: The Global Story

Apr 12, 2024
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From the Archive: Heart and Soul - Faith, terrorists and mercy at Guantanamo

Apr 12, 2024
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Bonus: What in the World

Apr 11, 2024