The Documentary Podcast
BBC World Service

The Documentary Podcast

No. of episodes
2,000
Latest episode
2026-11-03
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Where can you listen?

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 the Chinese export boom, to Malawi's food security, to the fading influence of Russia's oligarchs, 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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Questions & Answers

How many episodes are there of The Documentary Podcast?

There are 2,000 episodes avaiable of The Documentary Podcast.

What is The Documentary Podcast about?

We have categorized The Documentary Podcast as:

  • Society & Culture
  • Documentary

Where can you listen to The Documentary Podcast?

The Documentary Podcast is available, among others places, on:

  • Spotify
  • Apple Podcasts
  • Podtail
  • Google Podcasts

When did The Documentary Podcast start?

The first episode of The Documentary Podcast that we have available was released 31 October 2020.

Who creates the podcast The Documentary Podcast?

The Documentary Podcast is produced and created by BBC World Service.