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.
Select an episode to begin listening to The Documentary Podcast.
BBC OS Conversations: War and fatigue in Ukraine
Heart and Soul: The Hare Krishna MC
Germany: Jail for fare-dodging
Donor babies: A question of identity
In the Studio: Ken Loach: The Sequel
BBC OS Conversations: The floods in Libya
Heart and Soul: Poland's nuns lifting the veil
How a war has changed a Norwegian town
Cricket and the maidens