The 'Documentary on One' unit is currently one of the most successful radio doc unit in the world - having collected over 260 national and international awards since 2008. Their website contains over 1,700 documentaries - the largest free online radio documentary archive anywhere in the world - stretching as far back as 1954. 'Documentary on One' productions are radio stories about real life in Ireland and beyond.

Capturing the nation in conversation to build a unique picture of our lives today and preserve it for future generations.

BBC Radio 4 documentary series telling original stories about real lives in Britain today. Award-winning presenter Alan Dein goes in search of original stories from around the country – featuring people and places often overlooked by the news.

China: As History is My Witness

From emperors to poets to generals, the BBC’s former Beijing correspondent Carrie Gracie explores the lives of key figures from China’s rich past to examine how Chinese society has evolved over the past 3,000 years.

Excess Baggage

Travellers' Tales from home and around the world: their destinations, experiences and issues arising from their journeys are discussed.

Biography series exploring the greatest people who ever lived. Matthew Parris interviews an eminent guest and an expert to reveal the truth behind their history heroes.

Throughout the week BBC World Service offers a wide range of documentaries and other factual programmes. This podcast offers you the chance to access landmark series from our archive.

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