BBC Podcasts

10/05/2025

During World War Two, Jewish man Curt Bloch found inspiration in hiding by creating an anti-nazi parody magazine in the attic, called The Underwater Cabaret.

Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on this extraordinary story from World War Two for the BBC podcast, History's Secret Heroes. Listen to History's Secret Heroes on BBC.com, the BBC app or wherever you get your podcasts: link.mgln.ai/SDd33J

15/04/2025

From loving lego to single-handedly designing the best-selling game of all time, how did Markus Persson – the creator of Minecraft - become a billionaire?

With 300 million copies sold, a thriving community of fans and now even a Minecraft movie, the franchise keeps growing. But is Persson good, bad, or just another billionaire?

Listen to Good Bad Billionaire on Markus Persson on BBC.com, the BBC app or wherever you get your podcasts: https://link.mgln.ai/8XzxsV

09/04/2025

Maybe you know your cappuccino from your cortado, but what about the discovery of coffee itself? It’s coffee quiz time! ☕

You’re Dead To Me is the comedy podcast that takes history seriously, and this week we’re taking you through the History of Coffee.

Tune in on BBC.com, the BBC app or wherever you get your podcasts: link.mgln.ai/1ZWEWV

03/04/2025

Based on the hit paranormal podcast, Danny Robins is back to investigate the paranormal cases keeping people up at night with the second season of Uncanny! Watch seasons 1 and 2 in the US and Canada with : https://bit.ly/3YxkW5X

29/03/2025

As America’s first female self-made billionaire, was the image Martha Stewart presented of domestic bliss true to her own life?

Simon and Zing discuss the original lifestyle influencer. Is she good, bad, or just another billionaire?

Listen to Good Bad Billionaire on the BBC app, or wherever you get your podcasts: bbc.com/audio/play/w3ct7q8v

10/02/2025

The long-running economic battle between the world's two biggest economies has escalated. US President Donald Trump brought tariffs against China, and Beijing hit back. But does anyone win in a trade war? The Global Story podcast investigates.

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29/01/2025

In August 2008, around 30 climbers took on the second-highest mountain on earth. Join Natalia Mehlman Petrzela for a story of human vs. nature, and of survival against all odds.

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21/01/2025

Over two series, 'The Coming Storm' podcast has followed a cast of characters who have propelled Donald Trump to office – and many of them are now likely to take power. Rejoin Gabriel Gatehouse as he explores those who could inject their reality-bending world views into America's health, security and intelligence infrastructure in this special episode.

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20/01/2025

On inauguration day, the Global Story podcast takes a look inside the White House, where unseen junior staffers are scrambling to prepare for four years in office.

Dive deep into how Donald Trump’s second term, armed with a Republican-controlled Congress, might differ from his first.

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15/01/2025

Join Nicola Coughlan as she tells the story of the brilliant 15-year-old inventor of braille.

After losing his sight in a childhood accident, a young Frenchman invents a tool that will change the lives of blind people around the world.

Listen to History's Youngest Heroes with Nicola Coughlan wherever you get your podcasts:

After losing his sight in a childhood accident, a young Frenchman invents a tool that will change the lives of blind people around the world. Nicola Coughlan shines a light on extraordinary young people from across history. Join her for 12 stories of rebellion, risk and the radical power of youth. A...

20/12/2024

Danny Robbins joins forces with horror aficionado Reece Shearsmith to investigate some brand-new cases for a spooktacular Christmas special, recorded live at the Royal Festival Hall. Listen to 'Uncanny Live with Reece Shearsmith' wherever you get your podcasts: https://BBC.lnk.to/lzWyF9FB

10/12/2024

Bridgerton’s Nicola Coughlan shines a light on extraordinary people who prove you can change history at any age. Join her for 12 stories of rebellion, risk and the power of youth in 'History's Youngest Heroes'.

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