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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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Guatemala – After the Fire

Jun 14, 2018
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Sounds of the City

Jun 13, 2018
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The Commission

Jun 12, 2018
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You Can Handle The Truth

Jun 10, 2018
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Escaping Europe

Jun 7, 2018
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Hush

Jun 5, 2018
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The Witch Hunts of Papua New Guinea

May 31, 2018
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Is Eating Plants Wrong?

May 30, 2018
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Triple Score Wellington

May 29, 2018
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The Day Hope Died: Remembering Robert Kennedy

May 27, 2018