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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 Trump’s new world order, to protests in Turkey, to the headphone revolution, 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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Conclave: How will the next Pope be chosen?

May 6, 2025
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Assignment: Russia's Church in Texas

May 6, 2025
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In the Studio: Bishwajit Goswami

May 5, 2025
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The Cultural Frontline: Taiwan

May 4, 2025
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The Fifth Floor: Education against the odds

May 3, 2025
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BBC OS Conversations: Protecting children from online harm

May 3, 2025
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Heart and Soul: After Francis, what do Catholics want next?

May 2, 2025
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BBC Trending: From a suspected smuggler’s TikTok to tragedy

Apr 30, 2025
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Assignment: Leaving Israel for Cyprus

Apr 29, 2025
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In the Studio: Madeleine Thien

Apr 28, 2025