Best 56 Documentary Podcasts in the US

Our newest podcast, 'The Last 12 Weeks' is out now. Search for it wherever you get your podcasts. Serial Productions makes narrative podcasts that have transformed the medium. Sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter to find out about new shows, get behind the scenes stories, and see photos and videos you can't see on a podcast. To get full access to Serial Productions shows, and to other New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and Spotify, subscribe at nytimes.com/podcasts. Have a story pitch, a tip, or feedback on our shows? Email us at ****@nytimes.com 'Serial' began in 2014 as a spinoff of the public radio show 'This American Life.' In 2017, we formed Serial Productions when we launched the podcast 'S-Town.' Since then, Serial Productions has produced every season of 'Serial' along with shows like 'Nice White Parents,' 'The Trojan Horse Affair,' 'The Coldest Case in Laramie,' 'The Retrievals' and more. In 2020, we joined the New York Times Company. Our shows have reached many millions of listeners and have won nearly every major journalism award for audio, including the first-ever Peabody Award given to a podcast. more

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations.Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com more

In the Dark, hosted by Madeleine Baran, is an award-winning investigative-journalism podcast that started in 2016. Its first season looked at the mysterious abduction of Jacob Wetterling in rural Minnesota and the lack of accountability that sheriffs face when they fail to solve cases. Season 2 examined the case of Curtis Flowers, who was tried six times for the same crime. In 2020, In the Dark released a special report on the coronavirus pandemic in the Mississippi Delta. In 2023, In the Dark joined The New Yorker and in 2024, it released 'The Runaway Princesses,' a four-part series that asks why the women in Dubai's royal family keep trying to run away. Season 3, released in 2024, asked why no one was punished for the killings of twenty-five civilians in Haditha, Iraq.In the Dark won the Pulitzer Prize for audio for Season 3. The podcast is a three-time Peabody Award winner and, in 2019, became the first podcast to win a George Polk Award, one of the top honors in journalism. The program has also received an Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Award and a Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award.New Yorker subscribers get early, ad-free access. In Apple Podcasts, tap the link at the top of the feed to subscribe or link an existing subscription. Or visit newyorker.com/dark to subscribe and listen in the New Yorker app.If you have comments or story tips, please send them to ****@newyorker.com. more

Revisionist History is Malcolm Gladwell's journey through the overlooked and the misunderstood. Every episode re-examines something from the past—an event, a person, an idea, even a song—and asks whether we got it right the first time. From Pushkin Industries. Because sometimes the past deserves a second chance. To get early access to ad-free episodes and extra content, subscribe to Pushkin+ in Apple Podcasts or at pushkin.fm/plus . iHeartMedia is the exclusive podcast partner of Pushkin Industries. more

S-Town is a podcast hosted by Brian Reed from Serial Productions, a New York Times company. The story follows a man named John who despises his Alabama town and decides to do something about it. He asks Brian to investigate the son of a wealthy family who's allegedly been bragging that he got away with murder. But when someone else ends up dead, the search for the truth leads to a nasty feud, a hunt for hidden treasure, and an unearthing of the mysteries of one man's life.To get full access to this show, and to other Serial Productions and New York Times podcasts on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribe at nytimes.com/podcasts.To find out about new shows from Serial Productions, and get a look behind the scenes, sign up for our newsletter at nytimes.com/serialnewsletter.Have a story pitch, a tip, or feedback on our shows? Email us at ****@nytimes.com more

A documentary podcast series investigating the 1996 disappearance of Cal Poly student, Kristin Smart.

Slow Burn illuminates America's most consequential moments, making sense of the past to better understand the present. Through archival tape and first-person interviews, the series uncovers the surprising events and little-known characters lurking within the biggest stories of our time. more

NPR's home for audio documentaries brings untold stories to light through deeply reported narrative series. We go to hidden corners of the headlines to explore what's been sealed off, undisclosed, or overlooked and the people at the heart of those stories. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You'll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including early access and sponsor-free listening for Embedded (Embedded perks may vary between seasons). more

Original audio documentaries from the makers of the acclaimed 30 for 30 film series, featuring stories from the world of sports and beyond. 30 for 30 offers captivating storytelling for sports fans and general interest listeners alike, going beyond the field to explore how sports, competition, athleticism and adventure affect our lives and our world. Sports stories like you've never heard before. more

Native people have been written out of the American story, but without us you don't know what happened. This summer the United States will celebrate the 250-year anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. When you read the Declaration, you realize it is a list of complaints. The last entry, the climax in our founders' reasons for rebellion against the Crown, is this: 'He has excited… the merciless Indian Savages, whose known rule of warfare, is an undistinguished destruction of all ages, sexes and conditions.'We have been told the Revolution was fought over taxation and representation. But what the founders were most angry about in our country's most famous document was Indian affairs. How did generations of Americans miss this?The first armed rebellion against the Crown was an attack on British forts that traded with tribes. When colonists threw tea into the Boston harbor, they dressed up like members of the Mohawk tribe—not for disguise, but because pretending to be Indian symbolized freedom and rebellion. The founding fathers' first government failed because Indigenous nations were too powerful; war and diplomacy with Native people is why we have a central federal government.Hosted and reported by Rebecca Nagle and  featuring leading Native historians,  First America unveils  how the founders' treatment of Indigenous nations—and their resistance—shaped US democracy. The show  does not simply add another blemish to the image of the founding fathers, it reveals the real story of why the colonists rebelled, what kind of government they created, and, crucially, how our current political moment was 250 years in the making. more

Real Dictators is the award-winning podcast that explores the hidden lives of history's tyrants. Hosted by Paul McGann, with contributions from eyewitnesses and expert historians. New episodes available a week early for Noiser+ subscribers. You'll also get ad-free listening, early access and exclusive content on shows across the Noiser podcast network. Click the subscription banner at the top of the feed to get started or head to noiser.com/subscriptions For advertising enquiries, email ****@adelicious.fm No part of this podcast may be used or reproduced in any manner for the purpose of training artificial intelligence technologies or systems. In accordance with Article 4(3) of the DSM Directive 2019/790, Noiser Ltd expressly reserves this work from the text and data mining exception. more

Josh Baker enters a dangerous world of fear, greed and betrayal as he sets out to uncover the truth behind one of the biggest missing-person cases of our time - the abduction of American journalist Austin Tice.Josh - creator of two of the BBC's most award-winning and widely listened-to investigative podcasts, I'm Not a Monster and The Shamima Begum Story - returns for his most ambitious chapter yet, in a major new series from BBC Radio 4 and NPR's Embedded.This is not the retelling of a closed case. It is a real-time investigation into a disappearance that has remained unsolved for more than a decade, conducted in close contact with Austin's family.What started out as a personal effort to help a mother find her son has turned into a multi-year journalistic investigation stretching from the corridors of power in Washington DC to the depths of the Syrian security state.Austin Tice is a journalist, law student and former Marine officer, who vanished in Syria in 2012. Since then, competing stories have emerged about his fate. In some, he is alive - held in a cell and waiting to be rescued. In others, he was smuggled out of Syria and hidden away. In the darkest versions, he died long ago.His disappearance has reached the highest levels of power - from presidents to popes - yet remarkably little is known about what happened to him.Investigative journalists Josh Baker and Sara Obeidat begin following Austin's trail long before the fall of the Syrian regime. Then everything changes. The regime collapses, and the black box of Syria's intelligence state opens. Sources step forward, unprecedented leaks arrive and doors to secret bases that had been sealed for years open. Josh and Sara speak to spies, search secret prisons and track down alleged war criminals in hiding, uncovering information that has never been made public and making discoveries that generate international headlines. The audience follows every breakthrough as the investigation closes in on those who may know the truth - while Syria is transformed and powerful interests compete to shape what happens next.Some claim Austin was working for the CIA. Others say he was simply a young journalist trying to make his name in war reporting.His fate has become entangled in secret negotiations and geopolitical power struggles that are still unfolding. At the centre of it all is his mother, Debra Tice, who has never stopped searching for her son.There are people who know exactly what happened to Austin.Some of them do not want the truth to come out.So where is Austin Tice? more

When she was 12, the actor Nkechi Simms' mother handed her over to Camden Council and she was placed in foster care. Now she wants to find out what happened to her and why. The only way she can do this is by getting hold of her care records. But that's easier said than done. And will those records answer her questions? The home of investigative podcasts from Tortoise, from Sweet Bobby to Lucky Boy. Listen to the latest original series from Tortoise, including We call her Emma and The Mandelson files. To binge listen to all episodes today, ad-free, subscribe to The Observer and use the code AUDIO50 for 50% off an annual digital subscription. You'll get access to: This series and all our podcasts before anyone else Ad-free listening A daily edition, curated by our editors 7 days a week Puzzles from the inventors of the cryptic crossword Recipes for every occasion Free tickets to join Observer events in our newsroom or online Or subscribe to Observer+ on Apple Podcasts and Spotify for access to this series and ad-free listening to Observer podcasts. Reported by Ashley John-Baptiste and Madeleine Parr Produced and written by Madeleine Parr Sound design by Simon Panayi Artwork by Jon Hill The editor is Jasper Corbett Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Forensic Files is a pioneer in the field of fact-based, high-tech, dramatic storytelling. This series of television programs delves into the world of forensic science, profiling intriguing crimes, accidents, and outbreaks of disease from around the world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

America's premier investigative documentary series since 1983. We answer only to you. FRONTLINE presents audio versions of select full-length episodes for listening on the go. Want more full-length FRONTLINE Audiocasts? Please leave a review and let us know what you think. more

Each week, we tell the story of what happens when individual people confront deeply held American ideals in their own lives. We're interested in the cultural and political contradictions that reveal who we are. more

Conversations and audio documentaries exploring a wide variety of themes pertaining to economics and politics, hosted by Della Z Duncan and Robert R. Raymond more

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 Australia's relationship with China, to Turkey's sinkhole problem, to understanding the behaviour of dictators, 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. more

From Marc Smerling, the creator behind The Jinx and Crimetown, comes a story of murder, friendship and betrayal. In 1979, Ex-Green Beret Doctor Jeffrey MacDonald was convicted of the murders of his pregnant wife and two young daughters. When he meets a famous young journalist named Joe McGinniss, the two become fast friends. Joe agrees to write a book about Jeff's case to finally reveal the truth. The book, Fatal Vision, became a smash bestseller and a TV limited series watched by millions of people. But the story it told wasn't the story Jeff expected…And that sets off a series of events that ruins both their lives.Morally Indefensible is a companion to the FX docuseries, A Wilderness of Error coming to FX September 25, and streaming next day on Hulu. more

A critically acclaimed documentary series about the unknown and our relationship to it , featuring real people sharing astonishing paranormal experiences By Jim Perry for And,If Studios more

It's the crack era. The most violent time in New York City history. The NYPD is fighting a losing battle and instead of protecting the city from drug dealers, some police officers have become them. The Set is a 10 episode, never-before told, first-person documentary of the biggest police corruption scandal in NYPD history and the investigation that uncovered it all. From Zak Levitt, the Emmy, Peabody, and NY Press Club Investigative Journalism Award winning creator of Root of Evil, Gangster Capitalism, and Relative Unknown. more

The people and struggles that changed America—one year at a time. In each episode, host Josh Levin explores a story you may have forgotten, or one you've never heard of before. What were the moments that transformed politics, culture, science, religion, and more? And how does the nation's past shape our present?Want more One Year? Join Slate Plus to unlock full, ad-free access to One Year and your other favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the Slow Burn show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/oneyearplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The high seas are beyond the reach of international law and beyond the beat of most reporters. But Pulitzer-Prize-winner and former New York Times journalist, Ian Urbina, has sailed into uncharted territories. Urbina sets out on a years-long quest to investigate murder at sea, modern slave labour, environmental crimes and quixotic adventurers. Part travelog, part true-crime thriller, this 7-part series takes listeners to places where the laws of the land no longer exist. The Outlaw Ocean is brought to you by CBC Podcasts and the LA Times and produced by The Outlaw Ocean Project. more

Document is a narrative-driven reporting project committed to long-form, enterprise and investigative journalism.More at nhpr.org/document. more

In 1960s Los Angeles, after the catastrophic Watts riots, an outsized character emerged — one who found an unexpected way to unite people across race and class. Odds are you've never heard of him. From L.A. Times Studios, the team behind 'Dirty John' and 'Man in the Window,' comes 'Larger Than Life,' a docu-series about Big Willie Robinson, a 6-foot-6, muscle-bound street racer who preached peace a quarter-mile at a time. Cops and criminals, movie stars and miscreants, even Crips and Bloods — out at the drag strip, Big Willie could get them all to see eye to eye, easing tensions and making L.A. a safer and more unified place. For a time, he was a celebrated figure in L.A. — but today his legend has faded. What caused him to fall into obscurity? Reported, written and hosted by Daniel Miller from the L.A. Times. Produced by L.A. Times Studios and Neon Hum Media. more

The podcast version of a documentary & interview series on war and inequality from the heart of Empire hosted by Abby Martin. Empire Files is donor-funded, independent and add free. Help keep us going by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/empirefiles. Follow: @EmpireFiles and @AbbyMartinLike: www.facebook.com/TheEmpireFiles more

1989 Boston. The crack epidemic is raging, the murder rate soaring, and white flight has taken hold. Charles Stuart and his pregnant wife, Carol, are carjacked, drawn deep into a dangerous 'inner city' neighborhood, and allegedly shot by a Black man. All of Boston and the nation is gripped by the hunt for the suspect. What follows will reveal truths about the city... and ourselves. Presented by The Boston Globe and HBO Documentary Films, Murder in Boston: The Untold Story of the Charles and Carol Stuart Shooting is hosted by Adrian Walker who, along with a team of Pulitzer-winning investigative reporters, unveils explosive new findings and change the narrative of a story long cemented in the city's lore. The HBO Documentary Series Murder in Boston: Roots, Rampage, and Reckoning is available to stream on Max starting December 4.   more

Welcome to The Dossier, an immersive documentary audio experience brought to you by Criminal Minded Media and led by Emmy-nominated television producer Don Sikorski. The Dossier is a hub for compelling audio series' that delve deep into the complexities of crime and culture, including the groundbreaking podcast that investigates the LAPD's alleged cover-up of the murder of hip-hop icon The Notorious B.I.G.Discover Unjust Justice: The Story of James Rosemond, which explores the intricate intersections of justice and morality, along with Hip-Hop vs. The Cops, Collateral Damage, USA vs. Hip-Hop, and Family Business: Organized Crime in America. Additionally, tune in to Criminal Minded, a bi-weekly true crime journey that captivates listeners with its gripping narratives.For more information, please visit www.criminalmindedmedia.com more

In February 2022, a group of professional divers were sucked hundreds of feet into an oil pipe, deep beneath the Caribbean sea off the coast of Trinidad and Tobago. They could have been saved. But they weren't. They were left to die.This is their story… a tale of how their ordinary day at work turned into an unimaginable horror. Following their story has led us to lucrative contracts, failing safety standards and secretive political relationships… And to a question: why were those divers left to die?This is Pipeline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

It was the worst Marine-on-Marine friendly fire incident in modern history. But it's not in the history books. An explosion in Fallujah, Iraq left three dead, a dozen wounded, and for high-ranking officials a dilemma. So, why were the families of the deceased lied to? Why did the reports mysteriously disappear? And why do survivors still have to wonder about what happened on the worst day of their lives? Taking Cover, an NPR investigative series from the Embedded podcast, isn't just a show about unraveling blue-on-blue tragedy during the Iraq war. It's about what happens when we send our young to war. It's a story of betrayal, brotherhood, and what's owed to families, the wounded and to the American public. more

Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for tales of deception, resistance and courage in History's Secret Heroes Series 4. History's Heroes: the BBC's breathtaking, high stakes, story-led history podcast feed that shines a light on extraordinary people from across history. Series include 'History's Heroes' with narration from Historian Alex von Tunzelmann, 'History's Toughest Heroes' with narration from Ray Winstone, 'History's Youngest Heroes' with narration from Nicola Coughlan and 'History's Secret Heroes' with narration from Helena Bonham Carter. In History's Heroes, Historian Alex von Tunzelmann (Radio 4's The History Podcast: The Lucan Obsession/writer of all the History's Heroes series) shines a light on the inspiring and unusual stories of courage, pioneering and people who used their voice to spark change. Heroes covered include groundbreaking surgeon Harold Gillies, composers Rodgers and Hammerstein and swimming champion Gertrude Ederle. Join Alex for stories of bold voices, with brave ideas and the courage to stand alone. In History's Toughest Heroes, Ray Winstone reveals wild, true stories of adventurers, rebels and survivors. Heroes covered include arctic explorer Peter Freuchen, Hollywood stunt woman Kitty O'Neil and medieval knight William Marshal. Join Ray for tales of fearsome heroes who lived life on the edge. In History's Youngest Heroes, actress Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton, Derry Girls) tells twelve true stories of rebellion, risk and the radical power of youth. Before she became a Hollywood star, how did the young Audrey Hepburn take on the Nazis during World War Two? As a young activist, how did Nelson Mandela attempt to overthrow the South African government to end apartheid? Did Queen of England, Lady Jane Grey give up her faith or face the executioner's axe? Why did Terry Fox, a young man with a prosthetic leg, set out to run the length of Canada? Join Nicola to hear inspiring tales of young heroes both famous and forgotten, whose bravery demonstrates how young people can change history. In History's Secret Heroes, Helena Bonham Carter recounts untold stories of heroes from World War Two whose acts of resistance, deception and courage helped defeat fascism. In each episode, Helena shines a light on the spies, Royal Air Force pilots, army officers, prisoners of war and double agents who risked their lives to save others. Learn all about forgotten stories of survival, bravery and espionage - from the opera singers who helped dozens of Jewish people escape Nazi Germany, to the woman that Winston Churchill would go on to call his favourite spy. Previous episodes have looked at the story of the American actor George Takei (Star Trek), who was imprisoned without trial along with 12,000 other Japanese Americans, and Bela Hazan, a young Jewish woman who went undercover at the Gestapo headquarters to fight against the Nazis. From secret missions behind enemy lines in occupied Europe, to underground resistance movements across Germany, France, Poland, Great Britain and beyond, History's Secret Heroes reveals how ordinary people can make an extraordinary impact. Join Alex, Ray, Nicola and Helena for tales of deception, rebellion, risk and courage. more

As the most successful broadcast in television history, 60 Minutes has made and marked history since its premiere in 1968. 60 Minutes: A Second Look revisits the most impactful moments and people profiled on 60 Minutes with a fresh perspective and the introduction of rare archival treasures. Host and CBS News correspondent Seth Doane takes you on a journey through the 60 Minutes vault, sharing never-before-heard tapes from interviews with some of the most influential people who shaped our culture and witnessed seismic moments in American history. Along the way, Doane is joined by key figures from these interviews and some of the 60 Minutes correspondents who brought these episodes to life. Hear how our world has and hasn't changed in the past 50 years through the lens of this American institution, 60 Minutes. more

Kim Jong-nam should be the ruler of North Korea. Instead, he was the victim of the 21st century's most bizarre assassination plot. A deep look inside a decades-long saga broiling with deceit, palace gossip, and political backstabbing—shedding light on the machinations of the most secretive nation on the planet. more

Survivors and witnesses of the Holocaust are the subjects of 'Those Who Were There,' a new podcast from Yale University's Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies. The podcast is narrated by Eleanor Reissa, actress and Yiddish theater director, and historical oversight by Professor Samuel Kassow. 'Those Who Were There' podcast features audio from videotaped interviews conducted between 1979 up to the present. 'Back in 1979, video was regarded as a remarkable, groundbreaking technology for documenting the experiences of survivors. The testimonies that resulted were and remain very powerful,' said Stephen Naron, director of the Fortunoff Video Archive for Holocaust Testimonies. 'Today, by adapting our holdings to the podcast format, we have an opportunity to bring these intimate personal accounts of Holocaust survivors and witnesses to a world-wide listenership. After all, only a fraction of our more than 4,400 testimonies have ever been viewed. Every voice, every story is important, and the podcast is a chance to provide a public space for each survivor, one episode at a time.' The podcast's first season will feature 10 episodes, including accounts from Jewish survivors, non-Jewish witnesses and liberators. The memories shared express a wide range of experiences before, during and after the Second World War by those who experienced it. Still, it is only a small glimpse into the thousands of stories held in this diverse archive. more

Little America: The Official Podcast is an anthology documentary series that observes the funny, romantic, heartfelt, inspiring, and surprising stories of immigrants in America.New episodes out every ThursdayWatch Little America on Apple TV+, where available. https://apple.co/-Little-America more

In 1968, sanitation workers in Memphis took a stand against degrading and deadly working conditions. They declared a strike that would lead to a movement that would shake the nation. The I AM STORY podcast tells the story of the sanitation workers who dared to declare: I AM A MAN. more

During the Vietnam War, hundreds of American aviators were shot down, imprisoned, and tortured, experiencing the harshest conditions imaginable.For as many as eight long years, the prisoners of war (POWs) stayed true to their mission and survived behind bars. They communicated through codes and raps on prison walls. They were incredibly brave and resisted enemy propaganda. Their families knew little of their fate.50 years ago, the US government saved 591 of those POWs from North Vietnamese captivity. Now, hear their personal and intimate stories like never before, from the dramatic moment of being shot down to the tearful family reunion.CAPTURED features newly re-surfaced recordings from Presidents Richard Nixon and Lyndon B Johnson's oval offices.Broadcast veteran Tyler Russell McCusker conducts original interviews with 85-year-old Commander Everett Alvarez Jr., the first American shot down, 91-year-old Captain Eugene 'Red' McDaniel, POW families, authors, and historians.Put yourself into the action with hundreds of historically-accurate sound effects and scene-setting original music compositions that create an immersive, enthralling soundscape.This new podcast from the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Foundation is a compelling and powerful exploration of the human cost of war and the resilience of the American spirit. more

Distillations is the Science History Institute's critically acclaimed flagship podcast. We take deep dives into stories that range from the serious to the eccentric, all to help listeners better understand the surprising science that is all around us. Hear about everything from the crisis in Alzheimer's research to New England's 19th-century vampire panic in compelling, sometimes-funny, documentary-style audio stories. more

In 1985, police dropped a bomb in a Philadelphia neighborhood. Their target? A family of Black radicals known as 'MOVE,' who found themselves ensnared in a city — and nation's — domestic war on Black Liberation. Over seven episodes, host Matthew Amha investigates the events that culminated in the MOVE bombing, and the long afterlife of a forgotten American tragedy.All episodes are available ad-free on the CBC True Crime Premium channel. more

In-depth documentaries which explore a different aspect of history, science, philosophy, film, visual arts and literature. The Sunday Feature is broadcast every Sunday at 6.45pm on BBC Radio 3. more

Away Days Podcast is an episodic documentary series focused on unreported stories from the fringes of society.  We're compassionately documenting the underground without watering it down or editorially obscuring it. This is independent journalism with no filter. Real, raw, and ugly. Journalist Jake Hanrahan, the host and creator of Away Days has spent the last 10 years embedded in places he's not meant to be. With unique access and a straightforward style of on-the-ground reporting, the listener will be taken deep into the places they didn't know existed.Watch Away Days documentaries at youtube.com/@awaydaystv more

The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper, is a collection of unique and immersive single subject episodes from CNN's Emmy® and Peabody Award-winning longform storytelling team. Every week we showcase character-driven stories, special interviews, profiles, and investigative deep dives featuring reporting from CNN's anchors and correspondents.  more

The landscape of public memory is shifting. As we re-examine the plaques in our parks and sculptures on our streets, we grapple with what to do with them. Once we learn the stories these objects tell about who we are, will tearing down statues and renaming schools be enough?Monumental interrogates the state of monuments across the country and what their future says about our own. In this 10-episode series, host and author Ashley C Ford and a team of audio journalists from around the country will piece together the complex stories behind some of the thousands of monuments that exist in every corner of the U.S. Listen to Monumental weekly on Mondays beginning October 30, 2023.For more information about Monumental, visit our website at www.prx.org/monumental more

Gray Area tells true stories of people who are dealing with this whole thing we call justice, people who are trying to get beyond labels of right and wrong or good and evil to get to something bigger redemption. We make documentaries for your ears. more

UBB: A Coal Miner's Story' is a poignant and in-depth podcast series that chronicles the tragic Upper Big Branch Mine disaster of April 2010, which claimed 29 lives in West Virginia, making it one of the worst mining disasters in American history. Across three compelling chapters, this series delves into the intricate details of the event, the ensuing investigation, and the long-term impact on the community and the mining industry.Chapter One - The Tragedy: This two-part chapter captures the immediate aftermath of the explosion, painting a vivid picture of the chaos, the emotional toll on the miners' families, and the community's response. The narrative explores the frantic rescue efforts and the shift to recovery, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the disaster.Chapter Two - The Investigation: Here, the focus shifts to the extensive investigation that followed. The chapter details the rigorous process of gathering evidence and testimonies, revealing the systemic safety violations and oversight failures that contributed to the disaster. Through expert insights, this chapter dissects the complex interplay of factors leading to the tragedy.Chapter Three - The Recovery: The final chapter discusses the aftermath and the long road to recovery. It highlights the personal stories of resilience and the community's journey towards healing. This chapter also outlines key trials and legal proceedings against Massey Energy and its executives, showcasing the quest for justice and accountability. Additionally, it examines the broader changes in mining regulations and industry practices that emerged from the tragedy.'UBB: A Coal Miner's Story' is more than just a recounting of a disaster; it is a tribute to the lives lost and a critical examination of the mining industry's safety practices. Through interviews, first-hand accounts, and expert analyses, this podcast sheds light on the enduring legacy of the Upper Big Branch disaster and its implications for the future of mining safety and workers' rights. This non-profit series is an educational and journalistic endeavor, aiming to honor the memory of those who perished and to foster a deeper understanding of the risks and challenges in the world of coal mining.Disclaimer: The content presented in 'UBB: A Coal Miner's Story' is for informational and educational purposes only. The views, information, or opinions expressed are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of any other person, company, or entity. This podcast series is a non-profit project and does not aim to defame, disrespect, or diminish the tragedies, individuals, or entities involved in the Upper Big Branch Mine disaster.'UBB: A Coal Miner's Story' operates under the Fair Use Act for journalism purposes, and every attempt has been made to respect the rights and integrity of all content owners and contributors.Documents and audio clips used are from various sources, which are available online for public consumption. All downloads were obtained legally and may or may not have been used physically within the production, but all are resources and references referred to during the producing and post-production analysis efforts of UBB: A Coal Miner's Story. We do not take creation credit for any of these materials only the editorial efforts made to produce this podcast. This was solely produced by Common Core Films, LLC. Copyright 2024. All Rights Reserved. Learn more by visiting UBB A Coal Miner's Story (upperbigbranch.com). more

Closer Mentality is a peak performance-focused, documentary podcast. Each episode tells the stories of elite athletes, coaches, and sport psychologists and their relationships with the mental side of the game. more

Connecting the Docs is a podcast from the State Archives of North Carolina. Our archivists use archival materials to bring you fascinating, true stories from around the Old North State. Sometimes archival records solve a puzzle, and other times, they start one. more

Everyday Americans tell their own stories in narratives and documentaries produced by award-winners Dan Collison and Elizabeth Meister. As heard on NPR and public radio stations nationwide. more

We tackle a theme and go deep giving you documentary stories from a variety of perspectives using layers of sound to take you there. Our new season is called 'Divided States: Efforts to Pull Together When Things Fall Apart.' We hear from family members trying to bring their loved ones back from Qanon. We learn about the battle over teaching Ethnic Studies and determining whose stories get told. We go on a journey with some musicians hitting the road when concert halls closed down. And there's more. Our previous seasons are called 'Living and Grieving in a Time of Covid 19.' And 'Home: Unsettled.'Each season brought to you by the USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism. more

Uses dramatic, deeply researched storytelling and archival footage to explore some of the worst disasters caused by man. Some are accidents sprouting from hubris, greed or incompetence, others a result of malice and a complete disregard for fellow human beings. Whether it's collapses, fires, riots, stampedes, crashes, explosions, famines, massacres, war crimes or genocide, every manmade calamity has lessons we can learn from—both about the complex human follies that enabled them, as well as how they can be prevented from ever happening again. more

'Citizens of Nowhere' explores the hidden crisis of statelessness as millions live without legal recognition, rights, or a place to call home. Tracing its roots from the collapse of empires to today's political divides, the series exposes how borders and exclusionary policies make entire communities invisible. Through voices of stateless people and insights from experts and advocates, this podcast series sheds light on the struggle for identity, dignity, and belonging, urging us all to rethink the true meaning of citizenship in a fragmented world.CREDITSStatelessness, Citizens of Nowhere, A podcast documentary series written by Anna Rascouët-Paz and produced by the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation.Produced by: Carole Harari and David Brun-Lambert - Chahut Média.Theme music: Nik von Frankenberg.Additional music: Lilie Barthou.Mixing: Allan Mantillerie (Cornland Studio).Studio sound recording: All Sound.Readings: Jason Massey, Chloé Lawson.Thank you Eva Wuchold, Jeanne Planche and Yann Hakam (Rosa Luxemburg Foundation - Geneva Office). Thanks also to Chris Nash and Lynn al-Khatib for their invaluable recommendations of people to talk to, and to Bina Ramanand, Marc H'Limi and All Sound (Sullivan Clabaut, Mariana Guarnizo), Pierre Vonnet and L'Espace (Geneva). Finally, our warmest thanks to Jason Permenter and Angelina Rascouët. more

More than 13 million Americans may be displaced due to climate change by the end of this century. Where will they move, and who will decide how it happens? 'Leaving The Island,' a new investigative podcast series, reports from the frontlines of the Great Climate Migration, featuring the voices of historically marginalized communities, concerned scientists and the officials tasked to carry it out. Season One focuses on the 2022 resettlement of the primarily Native American community on Isle de Jean Charles, a barrier island at the tip of Louisiana's Terrebonne parish that will be completely underwater by 2050. Albert Naquin, the traditional chief of The Jean Charles Choctaw Nation, had been trying to move his tribe to higher ground for over two decades when Louisiana was awarded nearly $50 million to resettle the residents in 2016. It was the first federally funded effort of its kind, met with great fanfare. But seven years later, the tribal leadership compares it to the Trail of Tears. What went so wrong? 'Leaving the Island' explores this question, as well as a bigger one more Americans will have to face: what happens when to survive, you have to leave the only home you've ever known? 'Leaving The Island' is a collaboration between Amnesty International Media Award-winning investigative journalist Olga Loginova and Peabody-nominated podcast studio Audiation (Kabul Falling, Fat Leonard, Radiant Minds: The World of Oliver Sacks), with editorial support from Type Investigations. For over two years, Olga has reported this story, reviewing more than 2,000 government and tribal records and conducting nearly 100 hours of interviews with subjects. The original investigative piece was published by The Center for Public Integrity and Type Investigations as a part of the 'Harm's Way' series, and was picked up by Mother Jones, Yahoo! News, Civil Beat and others. The series won the SABEW award, was a semifinalist for the 2023 Goldsmith Prize, and was a finalist for the 2023 Dateline Awards for the online series category. For more information about 'Leaving The Island,' see our website, leavingtheislandpod.com. 'Leaving The Island' is an Audiation Original Production. more

Hidden Depths is a six-part narrative podcast miniseries exploring the dynamics of water conflict and the possibilities for water cooperation. Join us as we dive into the shared future of this most critical resource. Narrated by David Michel. more

Palestinian Stories documents the individual life histories and memories of those in historic Palestine and of those who remember their time in Palestine. These histories are currently being erased in the ongoing Zionist genocide/ethnic cleansing. The mission of this Podcast is to preserve these stories for future generations. more

Inventing America is a micro-documentary style podcast that uncovers the untold stories of forgotten inventors who quietly shaped the modern world.Each episode brings to life the minds behind everyday tools, life-saving technologies, and groundbreaking ideas—figures whose names were lost to history, but whose work still powers our lives today.From rocket fuel to hybrid cars, respirators to bulletproof vests, Inventing America goes beyond the headlines to explore invention, obscurity, and legacy.If you love stories like Hidden Brain, 99% Invisible, or Revisionist History, this is for you. more

An audio-documentary series in which Boston's residents tell their story and the Research Division of the Boston Planning and Development Agency connects the data. The result is: complexity! more