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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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Personal finance for the pandemic

Apr 18, 2020
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Don't log off - part three

Apr 18, 2020
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Chile: An education for all

Apr 16, 2020
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What we can do with our waste

Apr 14, 2020
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Togetherness: Coronavirus Global Conversations

Apr 12, 2020
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Coronavirus and Europe

Apr 11, 2020
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Women of the World

Apr 11, 2020
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Don't log off - part two

Apr 11, 2020
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Extreme measures

Apr 9, 2020
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ADHD and me

Apr 8, 2020