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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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The Black Book

Jan 21, 2023
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Yiddish glory: Jewish refugees in Central Asia

Jan 21, 2023
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Afghan women

Jan 21, 2023
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A return to Paradise

Jan 19, 2023
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What do you think you are? Part two

Jan 17, 2023
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The price of citizenship

Jan 14, 2023
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Covid in China

Jan 14, 2023
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Saving children from the mafia

Jan 12, 2023
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What do you think you are?: Part one

Jan 10, 2023
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Farewell to Pelé

Jan 8, 2023