The Documentary Podcast Podcast
A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling from the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ. Investigating, reporting and telling true stories from everywhere. Award-winning journalism and global issues.
A window into our world, through in-depth storytelling from the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ. Investigating, reporting and uncovering true stories from everywhere. Award-winning journalism, unheard voices, amazing culture and global issues.
From the plight of young women in Afghanistan, to Syria’s water wars, to keeping African languages alive, 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 Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ World Service teams at: Assignment, Heart and Soul, In the Studio, OS Conversations, The Fifth Floor and Trending.
Episodes to download
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In Search of Vadim Kozin
Sun 27 Dec 2015
Marc Almond goes in search of a Russian superstar who vanished in Siberia
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The Year of Migration
Boxing Day 2015
The key moments that shaped the migrant numbers reaching Europe at unprecedented levels
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Malaysia’s Runaway Children
Christmas Eve 2015
Five school children starve to death in the Malaysian jungle. Why weren't they protected?
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The Kampala Dream House
Wed 23 Dec 2015
The children's home in Kampala where every child is given a musical chance for a future
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Online Shopping, Indian Style
Tue 22 Dec 2015
How consumers in India are embracing the online shopping revolution
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A Greek Drama
Sun 20 Dec 2015
An original drama retelling the story Greece, its creditors and its bailout
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Space Wars
Sat 19 Dec 2015
Why war in space is not just Hollywood fantasy but a fast-approaching threat
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Cambodia: Trust Me I’m Not a Doctor
Thu 17 Dec 2015
The risks people take in rural Cambodia to get basic healthcare
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A Cold War Dance
Wed 16 Dec 2015
How dance during the Cold War was designed to challenge America's military image.
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Young, Geeky and Black: Kampala
Tue 15 Dec 2015
Can Uganda’s burgeoning tech scene help fast-track the country’s development?
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A Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ in Space
Sun 13 Dec 2015
European Space Agency astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti on the International Space Station
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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔr, Hagrid and the Incredible Hulk
Sat 12 Dec 2015
How fictional universes, from Star Wars to Harry Potter took over global culture
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Robert Jones: Free at last?
Thu 10 Dec 2015
How did Robert Jones spend 23 years in jail for crimes another man had been convicted of?
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Does the House Always Win?
Wed 9 Dec 2015
Does in-game betting pose a threat to the integrity of some our most popular sports?
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Young, Geeky and Black: Accra
Tue 8 Dec 2015
Meet the people making sure Ghana’s girls are plugged in to the tech revolution
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Albania: Shadows of the Past
Thu 3 Dec 2015
Maria Margaronis explores the debris of Albania's painful past
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Young, Geeky and Black: Memphis
Wed 2 Dec 2015
Meet the black women challenging the tech industry’s lack of diversity
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Changing Climate Change: Politics
Wed 2 Dec 2015
What chance is there for a deal on climate change in Paris?
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Changing Climate Change: Solutions
Wed 25 Nov 2015
How can we meet the energy needs of a growing population without creating CO2 emissions?
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The Drug Mules of the Andes
Thu 19 Nov 2015
Peru's drug 'mules' - youngsters hiking cocaine from the jungle to the highlands
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Changing Climate Change: The Science
Wed 18 Nov 2015
A look at the science behind climate change ahead of this year's summit in Paris
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Sex and the Synod: Decision Time
Tue 17 Nov 2015
Catholic bishops gather in Rome to debate their Church’s teachings on sex and family
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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ: Bangladesh
Sun 15 Nov 2015
Three women from the Bangladeshi community speak candidly about the Bangladeshi diaspora
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Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ: Bangladesh
Sun 15 Nov 2015
Three Bangladeshi women in east London talk about the changes in their community
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Norway-Russia: an Arctic friendship under threat
Thu 12 Nov 2015
The sacking of a newspaper editor strains an old friendship between Norway and Russia
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Minecraft: More Than a Game
Wed 11 Nov 2015
Why are children hooked on Minecraft? Does it stimulate creativity or disengage them?
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Sex and the Synod: Defenders of Doctrine
Tue 10 Nov 2015
How do Catholics in Kenya view the Church's controversial rules on sex and the family?
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An Interview with Egyptian President al-Sisi
Fri 6 Nov 2015
Lyse Doucet speaks to Egyptian President al-Sisi ahead of his visit to London this week
