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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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Pandemic: The Story of the 1918 Flu

Jan 14, 2018
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Celebrating Life at 117

Jan 13, 2018
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Ukraine's Frontline Bakery

Jan 11, 2018
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The Hackers of Siberia

Jan 9, 2018
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Black and Proud in Brazil

Jan 4, 2018
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Sarah Marquis, Explorer

Jan 2, 2018
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Taming the Pilcamayo

Dec 28, 2017
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Leo Houlding, Rock Climber

Dec 26, 2017
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Mugabe's Last Days

Dec 25, 2017
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Your Life in a Cup of Coffee

Dec 24, 2017