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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 the debate over abortion in the US, to voices from the Middle East conflict, to climate change in Somalia, 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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Kissinger’s Legacy

Dec 3, 2023
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BBC OS Conversations: Israel and Gaza - securing freedom

Dec 2, 2023
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Heart and Soul: Follow God, not the people

Dec 1, 2023
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Kissinger

Nov 30, 2023
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Assignment: Poland's forest frontier

Nov 30, 2023
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Gaza diaries

Nov 29, 2023
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Sweden: Living with guns and gangs

Nov 28, 2023
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In the Studio: Danny Boyle

Nov 27, 2023
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The Cultural Frontline: K-drama

Nov 26, 2023
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BBC OS Conversations: Hostages, prisoners and peace

Nov 25, 2023