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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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Returning to Romania

Aug 3, 2023
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A billion batteries

Aug 2, 2023
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Invading the past: Russia and science fiction

Aug 1, 2023
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In the Studio: Sophie Hannah

Jul 31, 2023
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Women writing Zimbabwe

Jul 30, 2023
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BBC OS Conversations: Women in sport

Jul 29, 2023
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Botswana: Living with elephants

Jul 27, 2023
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Song of the bell

Jul 25, 2023
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In the Studio: SO - IL and Ben Lovett: The architects of music

Jul 24, 2023
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BBC OS Conversations: Surviving a heatwave

Jul 22, 2023