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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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Reaching for the sky

Nov 23, 2021
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Regarding the pain of others

Nov 20, 2021
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Coronavirus: Europe

Nov 20, 2021
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Rising tensions with Russia

Nov 20, 2021
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Salmon wars

Nov 18, 2021
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Trading tribulation

Nov 16, 2021
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The hack that changed the world

Nov 13, 2021
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On the Covid ward

Nov 13, 2021
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Climate: Coal mining

Nov 13, 2021
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The fight for Nazanin’s freedom

Nov 13, 2021