The Documentary Podcast
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. The best of documentary storytelling from the BBC World Service.
From China’s state-backed overseas spending, to on the road with Canada’s Sikh truckers, to the front line of the climate emergency, we go beyond the headlines.
Each week we dive into the minds of the world’s most creative people, take personal journeys into spirituality and connect people from across the globe to share how news stories are shaping their lives.
From China’s state-backed overseas spending, to on the road with Canada’s Sikh truckers, to the front line of the climate emergency, we go beyond the headlines.
Each week we dive into the minds of the world’s most creative people, take personal journeys into spirituality and connect people from across the globe to share how news stories are shaping their lives.
Episodes
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Apr 11, 2020 • 27min
Don't log off - part two
The podcast shares stories of individuals worldwide dealing with the pandemic. It includes the experiences of a ship captain stranded at sea, an elderly woman in Delhi, and a volunteer feeding Mumbai's urban poor. The focus is on finding moments of calm and beauty in challenging times.
Apr 9, 2020 • 26min
Extreme measures
Former extremist Usman Khan, involved in a de-radicalisation program, discusses the effectiveness of rehabilitating extremists. The podcast explores how extremists can cheat the system, the dangers of non-terrorist offenders being radicalized, and the challenges faced by intervention providers in the UK.
Apr 8, 2020 • 27min
ADHD and me
Saeedeh Hashemi, diagnosed with ADHD, explores the positives of living with ADHD and how it shapes personalities. The podcast discusses the shift in the modern working environment towards embracing neuro-diversity. Top medical professionals share innovative ways of treating ADHD, while businesses recognize the strengths individuals with ADHD bring to effective teams.
Apr 7, 2020 • 27min
Melbourne: The sounds of the city
David, a blind cricket enthusiast, shares the vibrant sounds and experiences of Melbourne. From visiting the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground to exploring the city's outdoor delights, the podcast captures the essence of Melbourne through the eyes and ears of a local.
Apr 5, 2020 • 24min
Togetherness: Coronavirus Global Conversations
Texan woman shares struggles with unemployment, NY women face homelessness, pandemic worries of key workers and parents, navigating emotions and information overload, transformative power of challenging times
Apr 4, 2020 • 50min
Germany's refugee teachers
Explore the journey of Mustafa Hammal, a Syrian English teacher who fled the civil war and now teaches in Germany. Learn about the initiative retraining refugee teachers to address the teacher shortage. Delve into the challenges faced by refugee teachers in finding employment and integrating into the German education system amidst political tensions.
Apr 4, 2020 • 27min
Don't Log Off
Meet Golnar, an Iranian traveler stuck at home and Fahad, an entrepreneur in Dhaka worried about business. Dive into their stories of resilience during the pandemic, from closed hostels serving communities to personal struggles with homelessness and business challenges.
Apr 2, 2020 • 26min
The man who died for trees
The podcast uncovers the dangers faced by Romania's forests, where rangers are killed defending against illegal loggers. It explores the suspicious deaths, corruption, and complicity in the lucrative logging industry. The mystery of a ranger's death raises questions about foul play and the challenges of protecting nature in the face of powerful interests.
Mar 31, 2020 • 27min
Miami: The sounds of the city
Join Peter White, a man born without sight, as he explores Miami with his new blind friend, George, and meets Carlos, a homeless man looking for work. From the sounds of the city to encounters with alligators, this podcast offers a unique perspective on Miami's diverse landscape and challenges faced by its residents.
Mar 30, 2020 • 50min
Ethiopia and Eritrea: Rebirth at the border
Rebirth at the Ethiopia-Eritrea border after 20 years with separated families reuniting. Communities reconnecting, celebrating milestones, but border checkpoint closed again causing stagnation in business. Hope and despair coexist in a conflicted situation awaiting resolution.
