The Inquiry gets beyond the headlines to explore the trends, forces and ideas shaping the world.

David Aaronovitch and a panel of experts and insiders present in-depth explainers on big issues in the news.

Insight, wit and analysis as BBC correspondents, journalists and writers take a closer look at the stories behind the headlines. Presented by Kate Adie and Pascale Harter.

Programme examining the ideas and forces which shape public policy in Britain and abroad, presented by distinguished writers, journalists and academics.

Brilliant solutions to the world’s problems. We meet people with ideas to make the world a better place and investigate whether they work.

Global experts and decision makers discuss, debate and analyse a key news story.

Seriously is home to the world’s best audio documentaries and podcast recommendations, and host Vanessa Kisuule brings you two fascinating new episodes every week.

Discover world history, culture and ideas with today’s leading experts

Serial is a podcast from Serial Productions, a New York Times company, hosted by Sarah Koenig. Serial unfolds one story - a true story - over the course of a whole season. The show follows the plot and characters wherever they lead, through many surprising twists and turns. Sarah won't know what happens at the end of the story until she gets there, not long before you get there with her. Each week she'll bring you the latest chapter, so it's important to listen in, starting with Episode 1. N ...

Tempers fly as the newsmakers of the week face-off in this award-winning show. Anchored by Nidhi Razdan, this weekly program has politicians battlling wits with a live audience.