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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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In the Studio: Alberta Whittle

May 29, 2023
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BBC OS Conversations: Living with ADHD

May 27, 2023
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Heart and Soul: Evangelical or political Christianity?

May 26, 2023
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Germany’s forests under threat

May 25, 2023
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Global dancefloor: Salvador

May 24, 2023
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Global dancefloor: Beirut

May 24, 2023
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Beirut: Life in the unliveable city

May 23, 2023
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In the Studio: Lawrence Abu Hamdan

May 22, 2023
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Iraq: Generation Invasion

May 21, 2023
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Introducing The Explanation

May 20, 2023