The Documentary Podcast
The Documentary Podcast, produced by BBC World Service, covers global news, society, politics and personal stories through in-depth documentaries. The show has 1,000 episodes in its feed, released daily, with a median length of about 27 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 80,000 per episode (estimated). Indicative rate is $360 to $2,000 per episode for a host-read mid-roll, depending on the estimate used.
Daily BBC World Service documentaries reaching a large, globally spread, news-engaged audience
- Over 1,000 episodes with daily releases keep sponsor placements in front of listeners for a long time.
- A BBC World Service brand and a 4.3 Apple rating from more than 1,600 ratings signal listener trust.
- Serious, long-form storytelling suits brands that want a credible, low-noise environment.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- documentary narrative, reported feature, interview
- Tone
- serious, informative
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 25 to 30 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles cover death row, war-related justice and political conflict, which deal with violence and politics in a documentary context.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02nq0lx |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id73802620 |
| RSS feed | podcasts.files.bbci.co.uk/p02nq0lx.rss |
Benchmark score: 50 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Final moments with death row inmates | 2026-10-17 | 24 min |
| Living lands of Hawai'i | 2026-10-16 | 27 min |
| The dream academy | 2026-10-15 | 27 min |
| Breaking the code of silence | 2026-10-14 | 23 min |
| Hungary after Orban | 2026-10-13 | 27 min |
| Why are birth rates falling across the world? | 2026-10-12 | 18 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 2 days ago, a new one about every 1 days.
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 global housing crisis to gerrymandering in US politics to the miracle doctor of Lourdes, we go beyond the headlines. Each week, all year round, we bring you the stories shaping our world. From the personal voices…
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About The Documentary Podcast
The Documentary Podcast is produced by BBC World Service and presents in-depth documentaries on global news, society, politics, faith and everyday life. The feed lists 1,000 episodes released daily, with a median length of about 27 minutes. The show's website and Apple Podcasts listing describe it as a long-running title with the Apple listing dating to 2005.
The show has 1,629 Apple Podcasts ratings with a 4.3 average, which places it in a high-reach band. Listener estimates are based on rating volume and are not published figures. Estimated listeners are mostly in the United Kingdom and the United States, skew toward adults aged 35 and over, and are likely to be news-engaged.
No sponsors appear in the feed. A host-read mid-roll would sit in the estimated range of 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, at an indicative rate of $360 to $2,000 per episode. Brands seeking a credible, serious context in financial services or education are the best fit, subject to BBC sponsorship policies.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Documentary Podcast can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Documentary Podcast
How much does The Documentary Podcast charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on estimated downloads of 20,000 to 80,000 per episode, an indicative host-read mid-roll range is $360 to $2,000. Exact pricing is set by the show and should be confirmed directly.
What is The Documentary Podcast about?
It is a BBC World Service series of in-depth documentaries on global news, politics, society, faith and everyday life, released daily with episodes of around 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I contact The Documentary Podcast about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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