Real Stories is a documentary podcast that curates immersive films and stories exploring a wide range of human experiences from around the world. It features award-winning documentaries and aims to offer a diverse and captivating selection. The show encourages listeners to subscribe and join a community of documentary enthusiasts. It is part of the Little Dot Studios Network.
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The Power of Love: Exploring the Twists and Turns of Romance
Documentary exploring how the power of love transforms people's lives for both good and bad. Age old themes - first love, love at first sight, true love, love is blind - are explored through several different and remarkable stories, told by the protagonists themselves. The stories are brought to life through unusual filmic imagery and until the last possible moment, the viewer has no idea which st
Evicted: The Hidden Homeless (BAFTA WINNING DOCUMENTARY) | Real Stories
In a country where people can own two or three homes, these are the stories of those who don’t have one.Uploaded 13-03-17All three girls and their families have endured the emotional trauma of being thrown out of their homes. With nowhere to go they are absorbed into the hidden world of bed and breakfasts, hotels, safe houses and temporary accommodation. With all of their belongings locked away in
Sacred Weeds: Part One - Unlocking the World of Narcotics | Real Stories Full-Length Documentary
A mind opening series showing footage of human experiences never before seen on television. In four carefully monitored experiments, volunteers take powerful hallucinogenic or narcotic substances and the viewer sees the actual effects in real time. The substances are all legal and come from plants with a rich cultural history, plants that have been used historically in rituals around the world, bu
The Day I Snapped (Mental Health Documentary) | Real Stories
Stress is the classic ailment of the 21st century and accepted as part of our working lives. In fact, stress is generally perceived as a barometer of success. Dynamic professionals seem keen to publicise the fact that their lives are blighted by this modern anguish.Uploaded 03-05-17In contrast to socially acceptable moaning about minor stresses and strains, The Day I Snapped investigates what happ
My Life As A Barack Obama Impersonator
What if one day you looked in the mirror and saw the most powerful man in the world?Uploaded 22-01-19When Louis Ortiz shaved off his goatee one day in 2008, his life changed forever. He looked in the mirror and he didn’t see himself – a middle-aged, unemployed Puerto Rican father from the Bronx. He saw the face of change, of hope… of money. Bronx Obama tells the strange and improbable tale of a Ba
Gender Transition: Becoming Julia (LGBTQ+ Documentary) | Real Stories
In this intimate and personal portrait, we follow Paul, a single, straight bus driver of 37, as he undergoes a gender transition to begin living as a woman called Julia. At first glance, Paul comes across as a regular, affable and blokey man with a passion for racing cars and farming, but inside it is a different story. Despite living and looking like a man, Paul has always felt like a woman.Uploa
I Fell For A Romance Scammer On My Dream Vacation
This gripping documentary series exposes the dark side of holiday romances, revealing the stories of women deceived by unscrupulous men who scam them out of thousands. Through emotional firsthand accounts, each episode showcases four women who fell for promises of eternal love, only to be left heartbroken and financially devastated. Produced by Nine Lives Media.Uploaded 14-02-26From: Holiday Love
Could You Forgive The Killer Of Your Children?
Leonard is serving a life sentence in a Florida prison for the murders of Patricia and Chris. Agnes — the victims’ mother and grandmother — decided to contact Leonard in the hope it would help her heal from this tragedy and give it meaning. As the law didn’t allow her to meet Leonard, she wrote to him instead. Their exchange led them to join in a mutual fight to promote restorative justice — an al
Scientists Are So Close to Curing Alzheimer's. Here's Why
Alzheimer's is the fastest growing disease in the world's ageing population. Thirty million people around the world suffer from the condition. For the last 10 years, billions of dollars have been spent on trying to develop antibodies to vaccinate, or even cure, patients. But all of them have failed - until now. The search for a cure for Alzheimer's has finally taken a revolutionary step forward. T
A World Without Water (Global Warming Documentary)
This film investigates the future of the world's water, and paints a disturbing picture of a world running out of the most basic of life's essentials.Uploaded 26-04-178 year old Vanessa and her parents have to walk almost a mile down the cliffs of El Alto in Bolivia to collect water from an unreliable well every day. Yet, they live just a few hundred metres from their city's main water treatment p
Meet The Most Extraordinary People on the Planet
These people live on the fringes of society, with unique gifts or challenges that set them apart. This documentary tells the stories of five extraordinary people, including a teenage art prodigy who claims her gift comes from God and whose work now earns millions, and an unemployed accountant who has trained himself to become a world record-breaking memory champion. We also meet Britain's shortest
Sir Trevor McDonald: Inside America's Most Notorious Prison | Real Stories Full-Length Documentary
Inside Death Row with Trevor McDonald | Real StoriesUploaded 28-08-17This two-part series sees veteran presenter Sir Trevor McDonald come face to face with some of the world’s most dangerous criminals as he gets exclusive access to one of America’s oldest and most notorious prisons. Housing 1900 inmates, 12 of whom are on death row, Trevor spends two weeks in the dark and forbidding world of Indi
How Did Pope Francis Get Elected?
In 2013, Pope Benedict XVI made history by resigning—the first pope to do so in nearly 600 years—setting off a global media frenzy and reigniting ancient Vatican traditions. As speculation swirled about his reasons, from health issues to internal scandals, the Church faced a turning point. This documentary captures the unprecedented moment when two popes coexisted in the Vatican and a secretive co
Troublesome Children: How British Teachers Cope | The Nurture Room | Real Stories
Filmed over a period of one year, The Nurture Room accesses three schools (three of only five schools in the whole of the UK that agreed to participate in the film), and follows a handful of children as they go on their journey back to full participation in the classroom via the ‘nurture room’. This film provides an insight into the lives of troubled children within schools.Uploaded 11-03-17The Nu
A Drone Flies Through Post | Apocalyptic Cooling Towers (Drones In Forbidden Zones)
Epic exploration of Willington Power Station, Derbyshire. A 300 foot death-fall.Uploaded 05-02-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realstoriesdocsContent produced by Little Dot Studios. Any queries, please contact us at:
Princess Diana: The Night She Died (Royalty Documentary) | Real Stories
After the death of Diana Princess of Wales, conspiracy theories filled the headlines. As so many of the conspiracy theories are absurd, many simple questions about the fatal night of August 31st have never been asked. By the end not only Princess Diana but also Dodi Al Fayed and the driver Henri Paul were dead.Uploaded 23-06-18First, police blamed the paparazzi for causing the accident. They had b
How 50 Cent Built a $100 Million Empire
Join us for an in-depth look at the incredible life story of 50 Cent, the rap superstar whose journey from the streets to global fame is nothing short of extraordinary. This documentary traces Curtis Jackson III's dramatic path, from his challenging beginnings in Queens, New York, where he navigated a world of crime and violence, including surviving nine gunshot wounds, to his pivotal signing with
My Kid Can't Stop Eating (Childhood Obesity Documentary) | Real Stories
My Kid Can't Stop Eating (Childhood Obesity Full Documentary) Uploaded 16-08-16Everyone needs food to live, but there is a group of people who, without intervention, could literally eat themselves to death.Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsInstagram - @realstoriesdocsContent licensed fro
Who Really Killed Tupac Shakur? | Part 6
The murder of Tupac Shakur has long been one of music and true crime's greatest unsolved mysteries. Now, with a suspect arrested 27 years later, this documentary tells the full story of his final year. Through exclusive police interviews and insider accounts, we reveal the tense power struggle between Tupac and his record label, Death Row Records. You'll hear from the people closest to him about h
Hardcore Mercenaries Take Down Brutal Dictator
This documentary explores the untold story of the 32 Battalion, a notorious mercenary force formed by South Africa during the Angolan Civil War. It delves into the unit's origins, its role in the conflict, and the fate of its soldiers after the end of apartheid. The film also uncovers the explosive details of the "Wonga Coup," a 2004 plot led by former 32 Battalion members to overthrow the governm
Meningitis: Search For A Cure (Medical Documentary) | Real Stories
Following the scientists who are working against time to develop a way to combat this deadliest of diseasesUploaded 24-04-17The meningococcal bacteria causes two diseases: meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia. It is every parent’s nightmare. One minute your child is full of life and energy, the next they are fighting for survival. Every year, this disease kills thousands of children round the
Bordering On Treason (Iraq War Documentary)
Bordering On Treason tells the amazing story of Lorna Tychostup, a single mother and photojournalist who travels to Iraq continuously for nine years to put a human face on a horrific global tragedy. Visiting military units and Iraqi families beyond the green zone, she evolves from naive civilian to established journalist. Through Lorna’s personal journey, Bordering On Treason explores the complexi
Brought Up By Booze (George Best Documentary) | Real Stories
Calum Best is the son of one of the greatest footballers of all time, George Best. He is also the son of an alcoholic.Uploaded 24-02-17In this intimate and challenging BBC Children in Need special, Calum confronts the harsh realities of growing up with an alcoholic parent. Meeting some of the 1.3 million children who are growing up with a parent that abuses alcohol, and sharing with them intimate
Breaking The Silence (Mental Health Documentary) | Real Stories
This documentary gets to the heart of suicide in Northern Ireland and examines the human debris of the family and friends left behind.Uploaded 23-06-17Breaking The Silence is a sensitive and powerful portrait of the trauma faced by families in the aftermath of suicide, and the journey towards coming to terms with this deep, personal tragedy.Each story builds towards its awful yet inevitable conclu
Is Elon Musk The Real Reason Behind Tesla's Success?
This documentary delves into the remarkable journey of Tesla, the company that transformed the automotive industry and redefined the future of transportation. Founded in 2003 by engineers Martin Eberhard and Marc Tarpenning, Tesla started with a radical vision-to prove that electric vehicles could outperform traditional gas-powered cars and lead the way toward a sustainable energy future. Tesla's
Unsolved Mysteries: The Most Chilling Unsolved Cold Case
Glenda Morrisseau was 19-years-old when she went out with family on July 17th, 1991 near their home in Winnipeg. When they arrived home, Glenda’s sister Doreen turned around to unlock the door, and when she turned back she saw a car quickly drive off with Glenda inside. Glenda was found murdered on August 7th, 1991.Uploaded 01-02-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: own
The Families Left Behind: What Happens When A Relative Disappears? | The Missing | Real Stories
The Missing (Missing Person Documentary) | Real StoriesUploaded 21-04-18Every two minutes, someone in Britain disappears. Most are found within 48 hours. But every year, more than 2000 people go missing and do not return. This powerful observational documentary tells the emotive stories of three families whose loved ones have vanished into thin air:A devoted mother who walked out of her house 3 ye
Why Did Two Dancers Perform in the World's Coldest Place?
Dancing on Icebergs charts the two-year-long making of the short film Antarctica: The First Dance created by Kiwi choreographer Corey Baker with Royal New Zealand Ballet star Madeleine Graham. The creative duo spent twelve days on the ice as temperatures reached as low as -16 degrees. They spoke with the resident climate change scientists on the icy continent before dancing to draw attention to th
HMP Belmarsh: Life Of An Officer | Real Stories Prison Documentary
Belmarsh: Inside Britain's Toughest Prison (Prison Documentary) | Real StoriesUploaded 22-04-17‘Screws’ follows a group of newly recruited prison officers through training at the country’s most controversial jail: HMP Belmarsh in South East London. Known as Britain’s ‘Guantanamo Bay’ or ‘Hellmarsh’, the Prison Service’s flagship institution is notoriously secretive. This is the first time Belmarsh
Lonely Runaway Teen Is Looking For A Family
Most teenagers row with their parents. But what happens if you leave home while you are still at school? And what is it like living alone while you are still a child? At the tender age of sixteen, Tony left home and was forced to fend for himself. He has managed to survive alone for the last two years... but only just!Uploaded 06-10-17Tony is now eighteen and still very much a boy, but he has had
The Incredible Story Of The First Human Cyborg
Peter: The Human Cyborg" is a documentary that chronicles the extraordinary journey of Dr. Peter Scott-Morgan, a renowned robotics scientist diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) in 2017. Facing a terminal prognosis, Dr. Scott-Morgan embarked on a groundbreaking mission to transform himself into the world's first human cyborg, aiming to extend his life and maintain independence through advanc
James Bulger's Mother Speaks Out: Turning Tragedy To Hope
In February 1993 an unprecedented crime shocked Britain and reverberated around the world. Denise’s son, two-year-old James Bulger was abducted from a shopping centre in Liverpool and brutally murdered by two 10-year-old boys. Uploaded 22-09-18This is the story of one of the most shocking cases in criminal history – of a mother who was thrust in to the spotlight and fought the justice system every
Destination Burma (World War II Documentary) | Real Stories
Want to watch more History Documentaries? Go to our dedicated history documentary channel called Timeline - https://goo.gl/WHJFhhUploaded 13-06-16Griff Rhys Jones goes on a personal journey to explore his father's secretive military past bringing him from Wales to Ghana and Nigeria in West Africa and into the deep jungles of Burma. Here, he discovers incredible and previously unheard stories from
Norway's Most Tragic Day: 15 Years After the Utøya Massacre
Listen to the harrowing tales of survivors from Norway’s deadly terror attackTen years after the massacre that shocked the world and changed their lives forever, five survivors of Utoya share their stories and talk about how they managed to rebuild themselves today An ode to the resiliency of the human spirit and will to live.Uploaded 22-07-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact
Inside Indiana's Most Dangerous Women's Prison (Sir Trevor McDonald Documentary) | Real Stories
Prison For Life: Women's Maximum Security Prison (Sir Trevor McDonald Documentary)Uploaded 26-07-18Sir Trevor McDonald meets more inmates inside two of Indiana's most dangerous women's prisons. Among them are Dawn Hopkins, who was sentenced to life for murdering her three-month-old son, and Sarah `Cindy' White, who was incarcerated as a teenager and will spend the rest of her life behind bars. The
Kim Cattrall's Emotional Reunion With Her Secret Long Lost Family | Who Do You Think You Are?
Liverpool-born Kim Cattrall is determined to solve a family mystery that has endured for more than 70 years. When Kim's mother, Shane, was eight years old, her father disappeared. George Baugh walked out on his wife and three young daughters, and they never heard from him again. Now Kim wants to find out what happened to her grandfather and to resolve this mystery for her mother's and aunts' sake,
Could This Asteroid End Life On Earth?
It appears peaceful, serenely floating through the cosmos—but a single lump of rock contains more explosive power than every nuclear bomb on Earth combined. Traveling at 50 times the speed of sound, a major impact would release 100 million megatons of TNT, triggering tsunamis, earthquakes, and a global "oven effect" that could end human civilization. From the mile-wide scar in Arizona to the hidde
Inside The Plot To Kill Fidel Castro: Did His Lover Pull The Trigger?
This documentary uncovers the bizarre true story of the CIA's most intimate and dramatic plot to assassinate Cuban leader Fidel Castro. In 1959, the Agency recruited Castro's 19-year-old German-American lover, Marita Lorenz, to be their assassin. Given untraceable poison pills—allegedly sourced through the Mafia—Marita was tasked with bypassing Castro's elite security by slipping the toxin into hi
Jerusalem: The World’s Most Fragile Cultural Collision
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One Man Enters One of the World's Most Secretive States | Real Stories Full-Length Documentary
Deep in the heart of Central Asia lies one of the world’s most secretive countries – Turkmenistan. Run until recently by a crazy dictator whose megalomania spawned a personality cult to rival that of Chairman Mao, this unlikely desert republic has earned itself a grim reputation as ‘the North Korea of Central Asia’. But since no one is usually allowed in or out, the truth about Turkmenistan is imp
Unbreakable Bonds: Raising Quadruplets (Parenting Documentary)
This programme follows eighteen months in the hectic life of Maria and Giovanni Aversa after the premature birth of their quadruplets.Uploaded 23-01-17Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realstoriesdocsContent licensed from
Britain's Challenging Children (Child Psychology Documentary) | Real Stories
This film follows life inside 5 UK primary schools to uncover the enormous challenges faced by teachers dealing with violent and disruptive behaviour. 97 percent of teachers say they have to deal with disruptive pupils in their classroom – pupils like Levi in Luton, who regularly has to storm out of class for fear that he might lose control; or Jordyn in Glasgow whose swearing and aggression frigh
How Black Baseball Players Changed The Game Forever In The US
Step onto the field where legends were made and a forgotten era of American baseball comes to life. This documentary tells the incredible story of the most talented Black players in the game who, for decades, were barred from the major leagues. Instead of giving up, they built their own leagues, traveling across the country as baseball's original nomads. From packed stadiums for their famous All-S
Commando: On The Front Line | Episode 7 (Military Training Documentary) | Real Stories
Join acclaimed documentary maker Chris Terrill (The Cruise) as he follows a group of young commandos moving from civilian life to the front line of war. With unprecedented access to both the training and battle grounds, cameras capture the exhilaration, intensity and fear of Troop 924 of the Royal Marines as they prepare for war. After 32 weeks of intensive training, are they ready for what lies a
Do The Inmates Of This Prison Deserve a Second Chance?
The hardest part of prison isn't staying in—it’s getting out. In the final episode at Institution A4, five women confront the looming threat of rejection. From Christeen’s high-stakes sentence review to Yu Xin’s terrifying first job interview, the path to redemption is anything but certain. As Halen bets her future on a stranger and Haziqah pleads for a family visit, one question remains: When the
How The Moon Landing Was Faked Explained
When Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin took their first steps on the moon in July 1969 the world was suddenly split into two categories – those who believe the Apollo 11 landings, and those who don’t. We’ll investigate both sides of this debate – as 10-15% of the American public still believe the moon landings were fake in one way or another. This film recreates the scene out in the desert and tests
The Unexplained Photo Of The Loch Ness Monster
The mystery of the Loch Ness monster has enthralled generations of people across the world, and countless investigators have spent millions of pounds and years of their lives in the quest to find it.Uploaded 27-01-17Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/Re
Armored Car Heist: New Hampshire's Most Brutal And Infamous Crime
In the early 1990s, a ruthless gang terrorized New England with a series of armored car heists that quickly escalated from violent robberies to cold-blooded murders. With overwhelming firepower, these criminals struck quickly, vanishing without a trace after each daring robbery—until one day, everything changed. When the crew executed two armored car guards in Hudson, New Hampshire, law enforcemen
Husband Or Heartless Killer: The Story of Mitchell Quy (True Crime Documentary) I Real Stories
An insight into the mind of Mitchell Quy, convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment in January 2001 for the murder of his wife, Lynsey, who had disappeared in December 1998. The prime suspect at the time, Mitchell Quy had always protested his innocence, claiming his wife had left him. Quy even made televised appeals for the return of his wife.Uploaded 10-06-17Want to watch more full-length Docu
The Struggle of Battling PTSD
This is a powerful story of addiction, loss, and redemption. The film follows Sean, a veteran who battled with addiction, as he attempts a 100-mile ultra-marathon. It's a raw account of his incredible physical and mental strength, and his emotional struggle to overcome his past and rebuild broken relationships. The documentary also explores the devastating impact of addiction on families and the l
Max Mosley: F1’s Most Controversial Figure
Mosley: It's Complicated (2020) is a documentary chronicling the life of Max Mosley, former FIA President and motor racing mogul. It explores his efforts to escape the shadow of his infamous fascist parents, his pivotal role in turning Formula One into a global sport, and his later dedication to improving worldwide car safety.Uploaded 22-02-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact
How Freeports Help The Super Rich Evade Tax and Hide Their Wealth Explained
There is a global network of tax-free storage facilities for valuable goods, catering to the super rich – and it’s virtually unknown, until now. Freeports feature the highest security levels and confidential record keeping. And through their offshore legal status, they offer loopholes for tax savings, critics fear. Uploaded 18-08-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: own
Genius of Grifter? The Man Who Wants To Break The World
Though his time in Trump's shadow may have been short, his influence to stoke division worldwide didn't waver. In departing the White House, Bannon continued his crusade against globalisation.Uploaded 10-05-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Slavery: A Global Investigation
Slavery is officially banned internationally by all countries, yet despite this, in the world today there are more slaves now than ever before. In the four hundred years of the slave trade around 13 million people were shipped from Africa. Today there are an estimated 27 million slaves - people paid no money, locked away and controlled by violence. Multi-Award winning documentary makers Kate Blewe
The World's Most Powerful People: Inside The Rise Of The Ultra Rich
While middle-class stability vanishes, a new elite is rising to unprecedented power. This premium investigative documentary draws back the curtain on the world's ultra rich, a group whose numbers have exploded from 140 to over 1,200 billionaires in just 25 years. Real Stories explores the geopolitical and economic forces fueling this massive concentration of wealth, examining the "visionary ideas"
How Sharia Courts Handle Divorce in Britain (Islam Documentary)
From an unassuming Victorian terraced house in Leyton, East London, Britain’s Sharia Council presides over hundreds of cases every year. This parallel legal system remains unknown to many of its neighbours in Leyton, yet this court has existed for over 20 years.Uploaded 22-07-18Presiding over the court are ten Sheikhs; respected members of the Muslim community with an intimate knowledge of Islamic
How a CIA Mistake Almost Lead to a Terrorist Attack
In 2006, American and British intelligence had to work together to thwart a catastrophic terrorist attack known as the Liquid Bomb Plot. But it almost went badly wrong...Uploaded 11-01-19Watch the full documentary here: https://youtu.be/OIJFiqy35KMWant to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realst
Surviving Inside The World's Most Overcrowded Women's Prison
We dive deep into the high-pressure environment of Singapore’s women’s prison. From rumors that spread “faster than Wi-Fi” to the psychological toll of total confinement, see how these women navigate a world where your cellmates are your only family—and your greatest source of stress.Uploaded 28-04-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.co
Inside The Perfect Western Family That Became Jihadis
This story retraces the steps of the Ayachi family on their path to Jihad. An European family of Muslim confession, they live double lives because of their tragic involvement in the fight for the Middle East, a conflict that is now spilling over into the West. Talented director Stephane Malterre directs this current affairs documentary as cinema, combining a suspenseful narrative, powerful charact
The Bluebeard of Gambay: Unmasking a Serial Killer's Chilling Crimes
A gruesome tale set during the First World War, ‘The Bluebeard Case’ tells of a seemingly respectable man who targets single women and sets about seducing them, with the sole aim of murdering them. But it doesn’t stop there. He goes on to burn their bodies on his stove in his house in France, and finally strips them of all their assets.Uploaded 13-01-17His name is Henri Désiré Landru. He is arrest
Young Carers: Looking After Mum (Family Documentary) | Real Stories
The unsung, unseen heroes of society, young carers provide emotional and physical care for disabled and sick parents in a complete reversal of the child/parent role.Uploaded 14-12-17Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @reals
Take a Haunting Aerial Tour of an Abandoned Theme Park (Drones In Forbidden Zones)
Bust into creepy Camelot Theme Park, Lancashire, complete with the roller-coaster that pulled 5Gs.Uploaded 30-01-18Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInstagram - @realstoriesdocsProduced by Little Dot Studios Learn more about your ad c
Soul Survivor: Overcoming Homelessness and Addiction on America's Toughest Street
A homeless songwriter overcomes crack addiction and escapes skid row's grim streets through music, aided by unlikely friendships.Uploaded 19-08-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Mysterious Phenomenon Called "Steve" Discovered by Amateur Photographers
This documentary called Chasing Steve follows a group of aurora photographers who stumble upon a new phenomenon in the night sky.Uploaded 17-02-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Surviving Iraq and Afghanistan's Most Brutal Battlefields
When the war ends, the real battle begins. From War to Wisdom is an unflinching look into the lives of veterans both on and off the battlefield. It takes the viewer on a beautiful and terrible journey, from war to wisdom.Uploaded 16-06-26This is not an anti-war or pro-war film, it is a pro-soldier film, It distills the experiences of combat veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars - from the viol
Lifting The Curtain: Inside Myanmar's Military Dictatorship
This film offers an intimate look at Myanmar, formerly known as Burma, through the eyes of a passionate filmmaker who experienced the country’s unique blend of history, culture, and hardship. The narrative travels from the remnants of colonial influence to the deep-rooted traditions of Buddhism that shape everyday life. It examines the stark contrasts between vibrant cultural practices and the cha
Through The Eyes Of Children | Real Stories Original
Five Bangkok slum children are saved from poverty, disease and abuse by art and the dedicated care of a maverick priest. Father Joe Maier moved to Klong Toey 45 years ago to help the poor and sick. He has guided thousands of children like Note, Keng and the triplets Fon, Fa and Fai from extremely difficult childhoods to content, constructive lives, often using art as a way of releasing positive en
He Seduced Wealthy Women Then Blackmailed Them For Millions
Helg Sgarbi, a good-looking Swiss man with a radiant smile, tries to extort 14 million Euro from BMW's major shareholder, Susanne Klatten, by threatening to publish intimate photos.Uploaded 28-07-26Gullible people are seduced in Germany and an Italian accumulates enormous sums of wealth… When a business woman is blackmailed by her young lover for millions of Euro, more than just her reputation is
Suing The Police | The Briefs (Criminal Law Documentary) | Real Stories
With unprecedented access to Britain’s busiest legal aid practice, The Briefs takes us into the cut-throat world of criminal law. The Briefs follows the skilful lawyers of Tuckers in Manchester, as they look after their clients on cases ranging from blackmail to murder. The lawyers cover everything from taking on a case where a 63 year old woman is accused of drug dealing to a poet accused of bene
Inside The Search For Charles Manson's Missing Victims
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Putin's Young Patriots: Inside The Russian Town Raised To Hate The West
A heroic Soviet past and a destitute post-industrial present make the provincial town of Yenya susceptible for the Kremlin's aggressive anti-Western propaganda leading to the militarization of society from kindergarten to pension age. With few exceptions, Yelnyans raise their children to become good patriots. They don’t mind the eerie, all-encompassing militarization of society.Uploaded 04-08-26In
Exposing Cartels: Inside Colombia’s Most Dangerous City for Journalists
In Colombia, journalism can mean far more than reporting the news. In some of the country's most dangerous regions, exposing corruption, drug trafficking and organized crime can make a reporter a target.Uploaded 15-08-26This documentary follows journalists working in and around Buenaventura a city where rival gangs, drug routes, extortion and violence have transformed everyday life. Local reporter
Inside The Bombing of Pan Am 103
35 years on, the legacy of Lockerbie lives on. Hear eyewitness accounts from the families, friends, and neighbours of those who tragically lost their lives in the most deadly terror attack in Britain.Uploaded 29-07-26Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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The Men With Multiple Wives (Polygamy Documentary) | Real Stories
The Men With Many Wives (Polygamy Documentary) | Real StoriesPolygamy – the practice of having more than one wife – is illegal in the UK. Despite this, the number of polygamous marriages is rising. The question is, why? To find out, this investigative documentary goes into people’s homes, Muslim community centres and matchmaking services to get answers to some downright awkward questions like: Why
Surf Girls Jamaica (Inspirational People Documentary)
Surf Girls Jamaica focuses on Imani Wilmot, an inspirational Jamaican surfer who uses the sport as a means of transforming the tough lives of the women around her, in Kingston and surrounding areas.Uploaded 10-01-19Imani has harnessed the power of surfing to empower these women through training camps which bring women together to learn the mindful art of riding waves. This develops self-motivation
Exploring Acute Mania: A Bipolar Expedition | Real Stories Full-Length Mental Health Documentary
The extraordinary story of Paul Downes, a 49-year-old businessman with bipolar disorder, who in 2009 invited 12 young Ukranian women, some of them part time models, to join him in a Jamaican castle.Uploaded 21-10-17What at first appeared to be an innocent fantasy rapidly became ever more bewildering as Paul at first invited a number of women to marry him, then all of them in an attempt to form a h
Trawlermen's Lives (Extreme Jobs Documentary) | Authentic Stories
On the dark, desolate seas for months & months, trawlermen have one of the toughest jobs in the world. Ben Fogle joins a crew to test his mettle to see if he can stand the test of the high seas. Want to watch more full-length Documentaries? Click here: http://bit.ly/1GOzpIuFollow us on Twitter for more - https://twitter.com/realstoriesdocsFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/RealStoriesChannelInst
My Big North Korean Vacation
An unstable Soviet dictatorship, notorious for human rights abuses and known to be developing nuclear weapons, is probably the last place most people want to visit on holiday. But one travel agency, specialising in ‘danger tourism’, regularly organises trips in North Korea for tourists keen to meet ‘the last Soviets’. We join a group of three and travel around the country. Keen to experience first
Inside the Dangerous World of Bodybuilding
This is the tragic story of bodybuilder Bostin Loyd, who gained fame for his raw honesty about performance-enhancing drugs. The documentary explores his rise, his obsession with the perfect physique, and the devastating consequences of his choices. It's a powerful look at the dangers of steroids, the pressures of fame, and the human cost of extreme ambition within the bodybuilding culture. More th
The Untold Origin of Pope Francis
From Argentina to Rome, The People’s Pope tells the story of Pope Francis—his rise, reforms, and how he led the Church with bold compassion and a voice for the forgotten.Uploaded 17-12-25Instagram - @realstoriesdocsAny queries, please contact us at: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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