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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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In the Studio: Claudia Piñeiro

Feb 26, 2024
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Bonus: The Global Story

Feb 25, 2024
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Bonus: Hardtalk - Defying Putin

Feb 24, 2024
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BBC OS Conversations: Ukraine war babies and returning home

Feb 24, 2024
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Three Million: 5. Ghosts

Feb 23, 2024
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Three Million: 4. The tapes

Feb 23, 2024
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Three Million: 3. The f-word

Feb 23, 2024
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Three Million: 2. The cigarette tin

Feb 23, 2024
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Three Million: 1. War

Feb 23, 2024
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Heart and Soul: Ladino - Saving Greece’s ancient Jewish language

Feb 23, 2024