BBC World Service Spring 2025: New Shows & Returning Favorites Announced

The BBC World Service English is set to captivate audiences this spring with an exciting mix of newly commissioned programs and returning favorites. Designed to engage, inform, and entertain listeners worldwide, the lineup features in-depth interviews, inspiring sports stories, and thought-provoking discussions across various domains.

BBC World Service Spring 2025- New and Returning Shows Unveiled
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1 New Premieres: Engaging Conversations and Unparalleled Insights
2 Returning Favorites: Iconic Shows Making a Comeback
3 A Message from BBC Leadership
4 Where to Listen

New Premieres: Engaging Conversations and Unparalleled Insights

The BBC introduces The Interview, a dynamic series that will showcase exclusive conversations with world leaders, decision-makers, and cultural icons. Expect deep insights and expert analysis on the most pressing issues of our time.

Meanwhile, Not by the Playbook brings together some of the biggest names in sports, highlighting extraordinary stories of resilience, determination, and success.

Returning Favorites: Iconic Shows Making a Comeback

Listeners can look forward to the return of several beloved series:

  • Untold Legends: This season spotlights the legendary American actress and inventor, Hedy Lamarr, whose contributions to technology changed the world.
  • Good Bad Billionaire: Back for its third season, this award-winning podcast delves into the minds, strategies, and fortunes of the world’s wealthiest individuals.
  • Dear Daughter: The widely popular podcast returns for its fifth season, continuing its mission of creating a “handbook to life” for daughters everywhere.
  • Amazing Sport Stories – Bill Walton’s The Grateful Team: This fascinating episode takes a deep dive into the inspiring journey of the Lithuanian basketball team that defied all odds to qualify for the 1992 Olympics.

A Message from BBC Leadership

Jon Zilkha, Controller of BBC World Service English, expressed his enthusiasm for the diverse content lined up for listeners:

“I’m proud of the breadth, depth, and variety we have lined up for World Service English listeners in our new and returning commissions programming this spring.

Our new commissions will aim to engage and inspire listeners with stories that inform as well as resonate globally. Our returning series will cover business, sport, lifestyle, and history like no other international radio network.”

Where to Listen

All programs will be broadcast on BBC World Service and will also be available as podcasts, ensuring global accessibility for audiences on the go.

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