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The Documentary Podcast, page 13

by BBC World Service · English

The best documentaries from the BBC World Service. Hear the voices at the heart of global stories. Where curious minds can uncover hidden truths and make sense of the world. From Australia's relationship with China, to Turkey's sinkhole problem, to understanding the behaviour of dictators, we go beyond the headlines. Each week, all year round, we bring you the stories shaping our world. From the personal voices behind the headlines to perspectives on faith and spirituality and how work and money impact our lives. Discover how people find solutions to global problems and look at the world through the lens of its media. Powered by the BBC World Service’s global network, The Documentary Podcast is about the people living the story – helping you see the world with greater clarity.

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Protest in the age of the 'Kill Switch'This episode discusses the phenomenon of internet shutdowns by governments in response to protests. Highlighted case studies include Iran, Uganda, Afghanistan, Myanmar, India, and Bangladesh.24 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 15 chapters
Living in GreenlandThis BBC World Service podcast focuses on global stories, uncovering hidden truths and personal journeys that connect listeners with how news shapes lives.24 Jan 2026 · 23 min · 10 chapters
Daughters of thunderA platform for global stories that uncover hidden truths and connect curious minds, showcasing documentary storytelling from the BBC World Service.23 Jan 2026 · 27 min · 18 chapters
Bonus: Introducing: The History BureauThe Documentary Podcast delves into global stories, uncovering hidden truths through compelling documentary storytelling by the BBC World Service.21 Jan 2026 · 28 min · 10 chapters
Greece: Rescuers on trialThe Documentary Podcast from the BBC World Service provides an in-depth look at global stories, exploring the voices behind them.20 Jan 2026 · 28 min · 11 chapters
Black girlhood in photos and writingThis episode explores the artistic journey of sisters Salamisha and Scheherazade Tillett as they document Black girlhood in America through photography and writing.19 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 17 chapters
New elementsThis episode explores the quest for element 120 on the periodic table at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in California.18 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 15 chapters
Kenyans lured to Russia's frontlineThe Documentary Podcast features global stories that uncover hidden truths and provide a deeper understanding of the world.17 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 14 chapters
Surviving an avalancheA platform for global stories, uncovering hidden truths through documentary storytelling from the BBC World Service.17 Jan 2026 · 24 min · 10 chapters
Eternal horizonsThe Eternal Horizons episode of *The Documentary Podcast* explores the spiritual and cultural significance of the Sky Burial ritual practiced in the Nepalese Himalayas.16 Jan 2026 · 27 min · 11 chapters
Stories from the New Silk Road: The Bering SeaThis episode, narrated by BBC correspondent Anna Holligan, investigates the rising tensions among the U.S., China, and Russia in the Bering Sea, alongside the implications of China's Belt and Road…15 Jan 2026 · 27 min · 16 chapters
Putin's foreign fightersThe episode titled "Putin's Foreign Fighters" delves into the perilous journeys of young men from countries such as Syria, Egypt, and Yemen who traveled to Russia under the pretense of employment but…13 Jan 2026 · 30 min · 13 chapters
The Netherlands: 10 new cities?This podcast delves into global stories, featuring the voices at the heart of those stories.12 Jan 2026 · 27 min · 11 chapters
Bianca Raffaella: A world of blurred visionThis episode of *The Documentary* follows the story of Bianca Raffaella, a partially sighted painter from Margate, who creates art through touch and memory.12 Jan 2026 · 27 min · 14 chapters
Looking for No Man's LandIn this episode, Looking for No Man's Land, host Caroline Steele and producer Florian Bohr embark on a quest to find a location on Earth that remains untouched by human influence.11 Jan 2026 · 49 min · 26 chapters
Taraneh: Iran's defiant actressIn this episode of The Documentary Podcast, hosted by Faranak Amidi, the focus is on Taraneh Alidoosti, a prominent Iranian actress known for her bold political stance amidst ongoing protests in Iran.10 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 16 chapters
Life in VenezuelaThe episode explores the current socio-political and economic climate in Venezuela following the US military operation that resulted in the detention of President Nicolás Maduro.10 Jan 2026 · 24 min · 16 chapters
Living side by side: Morocco’s Jews and MuslimsThis episode explores the historically strong relations between Jews and Muslims in Morocco, a unique phenomenon compared to other North African and Middle Eastern nations.9 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 13 chapters
Returned to senderThis podcast explores the voices at the heart of global stories, allowing listeners to uncover hidden truths and make sense of the world.8 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 12 chapters
World Questions - GreenlandIn this episode of The Documentary Podcast titled "World Questions - Greenland," Jonny Dymond chairs a debate focusing on the future of Greenland.7 Jan 2026 · 49 min · 19 chapters
Persian poetry and politicsThe Documentary Podcast showcases the voices at the heart of global stories, diving into the minds of creative individuals and exploring the impact of news stories on people's lives.7 Jan 2026 · 37 min · 15 chapters
South Africa and the fight against TBThis episode examines the complex interplay between the high burden of tuberculosis (TB) in South Africa, the scientific innovations aimed at combating the disease, and the recent withdrawal of…6 Jan 2026 · 34 min · 18 chapters
Ismo LeikolaThis podcast features compelling documentary storytelling from the BBC World Service, exploring global stories and the voices behind them.5 Jan 2026 · 26 min · 10 chapters
The power of nostalgia and a first kissThis episode delves into the multifaceted concept of nostalgia, exploring its significance in human experience, particularly for Generation Z.4 Jan 2026 · 23 min · 14 chapters