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.
Select an episode to begin listening to The Documentary Podcast.
Bonus: HARDTalk - 2024 Review
Assignment: Poland's ghosts, Ukraine's heroes
In the Studio: International film school
The Global Jigsaw: Russia’s gateway to Africa in jeopardy
The Fifth Floor: K-drama craze
BBC OS Conversations: Syrian prisoners and their families
Heart and Soul: Antisemitism in Turkey
The Watermelons: Myanmar's military moles
Footprints: How did human feet get washed up on the west coast of Canada and the US?