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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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Heart and Soul: At the end of the wall

Nov 29, 2024
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The Cultural Frontline: James Baldwin centenary

Nov 28, 2024
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Bonus: The Conflict

Nov 27, 2024
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Assignment: Afghanistan - our whole life is a secret

Nov 26, 2024
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In the Studio: Brian Eno

Nov 25, 2024
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Me and my digital twin

Nov 24, 2024
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The Fifth Floor: How to apologise to a king

Nov 23, 2024
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BBC OS Conversations: Smog in Delhi and Lahore

Nov 23, 2024
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Heart and Soul: An African missionary in France

Nov 22, 2024
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Amapiano: The sound of South Africa

Nov 21, 2024