The Documentary Podcast

Hyun-joo Yu, a North Korean defector, discusses the experiences of defectors in South Korea, including reality TV appearances and social media fame. The challenges of assimilating into South Korean society, the struggles faced by professionals from North Korea, and the emotional toll of sharing traumatic stories are highlighted. The podcast explores the complexities of authenticity in defectors' narratives and the importance of fostering understanding between defectors and South Koreans.

Explore Indonesia's anti-dating movement, driven by young people rejecting public displays of affection and traditional relationships. Delve into the influence of conservative Islam in the world's most populous Muslim-majority country, sparking debates on gender roles and religious teachings. Follow one woman's journey towards a strict Islamic lifestyle, including the use of a unique matchmaking app emphasizing inner qualities for arranged marriages. Discover the complexities of the youth-led surge in conservative values and resistance efforts in Indonesia.

Former Mainz 05 teammate Guido Shafer discusses Jurgen Klopp's rise from 'no talent' to successful Liverpool FC manager. Podcast explores Klopp's childhood in Germany's Black Forest, his unique leadership style, and his impactful presence in the football world.

Legendary Run-DMC member DMC shares early days of hip hop in NYC, battle with alcoholism, and love for comic books. Reflects on music's impact on community and personal struggles, culminating in a heartwarming reunion with birth mother.

Ireland has booming investment and lots of new jobs. But Chris Bowlby discovers how a huge housing crisis is haunting the country’s young people in particular. Anger about poor housing, and fear of mass emigration by the young are issues with deep roots in Irish memory. And the housing crisis was a crucial factor in the recent Irish election which shocked the main parties and saw big gains for the nationalists of Sinn Fein . Chris travels to the city of Cork in the southwest of the country. He traces the roots of the crisis in a crazy house buying boom a few years ago. And he hears how a lack of good, affordable housing is affecting everyone from students to young families to Ireland’s many younger migrants who hope to stay in Ireland, but have nowhere to call home. Presenter/Producer: Chris Bowlby Image: Student rent strike in Cork. Credit: Chris Bowlby/BBC

Explores new funeral trends in northern England, with communities creating pyramids for ashes. 'Funeral punks' challenge traditional norms with unique coffin decorations. Highlights personalized funeral options and importance of meaningful ceremonies. Discusses deceptive marketing in funeral industry and pre-planning funerals. Mourners partake in solemn procession with ice cream van tribute. Unique funeral concept allows individuals to immortalize loved ones in a people's pyramid.

Exploring the origins and evolution of the Hong Kong protests, from peaceful movements to violent clashes. Personal narratives of young activists and the impact of protests on society. Challenges faced by police officers, businesses, and relationships. Emphasis on cultural reflections and the evolving identity of Hong Kong people.

Explore the illegal logging of rosewood trees in West Africa, where Chinese traders exploit the valuable hardwood. Meet the activists fighting against timber trafficking and the challenges in enforcing anti-logging measures. Discover the extensive trade of rosewood in Gambia, implicating high-level officials in corrupt activities.

Nele and Ellie are detransitioners too. In their early 20s, they were brought up as girls, and began to identify as transmen in their teens. To present as more masculine, both took testosterone and had their breasts removed in double mastectomy surgery. Connecting online, these two young women are now supporting each other to re-identify as female.

Explore the dramatic explosion on a spacecraft heading to the Moon and the incredible bravery and teamwork displayed during the Apollo 13 mission in 1970.