Krishna Andavolu travels to a small town in California, where he meets victims of a police initiative that entraps and arrests high-school students for petty drug offenses
In the series premiere, host Thomas Morton travels to the Peruvian Andes, where he spars with locals in a traditional fight club. Also: a Chinese businessman who runs a secret Bitcoin mine; and how rapper Riff Raff gained 30 pounds of muscle in one month.
Host Krishna Andavolu takes an all-American mother to Colorado, where marijuana entrepreneurs attempt to convince the mom that partaking in recreational use of the drug is no different than drinking a glass of wine.
Britain's bare-knuckle boxing subculture is examined.
Examining one of the consequences of income inequality in Trinidad, an oil-rich nation: an increase in gang violence and murders.
Host Suroosh Alvi travels to Mexico in order to explore the government's efforts to combat illegal oil trading.
An exploration of Japan's Aokigahara forest, a location that has become infamous for the multitude of suicides that occur there every year.
A look at a virtual black market that allows drugs and guns to be freely bought and sold. Also: the real life Walter White; a fighting ring for prison inmates in Thailand.
Host Ernie Quintero travels to Slab City in Southern California, an area that has become home to numerous squatters who wish to live an alternative lifestyle that allows them to stay off the grid.
Gay-conversion therapy; an international art project that uses the moon as a canvas; and an MLB pitcher spends his off-season living in a van.
Host Brian Anderson travels to Denver, where he explores the large-scale effects of the legalization of both medical and recreational marijuana.
A visit to a Tijuana shantytown that's a temporary home for some folks deported from the U.S. Also: former sumo wrestlers; and tech enthusiasts who are trying to merge man and machine.
A tour of Karachi, Pakistan, which is considered one of the most dangerous cities in the world.
Shane Smith and Simon Ostrovsky travel to Siberia, where they meet with laborers from North Korea who are forced to work under harsh conditions with all payment being sent directly to the North Korean government.
Thomas spends ten days with a frontiersman and his wife at the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, where he learns how to hunt, fish, trap and make moose tacos.
Host Benjamin Shapiro travels to the island of Madagascar, where doctors and officials are working vehemently to contain the black plague.
An examination of the rape problem in Bangladesh, where Islamic law makes it difficult for men to be held accountable for the crime. Included: remarks from the police, rapists and victims.
Host Hamilton Morris travels to the Amazon in search of a frog that allegedly has hallucinogenic effects on people.
Marijuana entrepreneurs hunt for high-quality seeds in Colombia; professional skateboarder Tony Trujillo makes Mission-style tacos; and the worst place to rent a home in the U.S. is explored.
Four young heroin addicts are interviewed and provide a raw look at the harrowing drug epidemic in Swansea, Wales. Also: the man who claims to be the inspiration behind "The Wolf of Wall Street"; how to make ribs in a back alley with chef Matty Matheson.
The exotic pet trade is explored via young men in the Middle East who raise wild cats of prey, and post pictures of them on social media, even though it's illegal.
Host Alison Severs travels to a war-torn town in Siberia, where a drug called Krokodil has turned many of its young residents into addicts.
Shane Smith disguises himself as a tourist in North Korea in order to gain a rare glimpse at the isolated nation. Also: inside the world of feeder fetishes; people who take sleep medication to reverse the effects of brain damage.
Thomas goes carbo-loading with a Strongman and visits one of the largest gun shows in the United States.
The story of a boy who fled to live in the backwoods of Alabama after his parents decided to divorce and ended up surviving alone in the wilderness for two years is chronicled.
A visit with a major-league baseball pitcher who chooses to live in a van during the off-season.
Scottish skater John Rattray.
A look at an international art project that uses the moon as a canvas.
A look at the flourishing film industry in Uganda.
Thomas Morton travels to Kurdistan, where he meets with guerrilla groups made up of female soldiers fighting for their nation's freedom as well as gender equality.
VICE travels to Thailand, where prison inmates are given a literal fighting chance.
A firsthand look at the culture surrounding Magic: The Gathering, an enormously popular card game with more than 12 million players worldwide, and the competitive tournaments that many engage in.
Two Louisiana detectives who worked on a very disturbing case tell their tale, as Gianna Toboni investigates real events that may have inspired the popular television series "True Detective."
A look at the worst place to rent a home in the United States.
Krishna discusses Uruguay's legalization of marijuana with the country's president. Also: sleeping pills as a remedy for brain damage; treating PTSD with virtual reality.
A man who habitually injects himself with snake venom to achieve a euphoric high and boost his immune system is spotlighted.
A group of teenagers attend weekend live-action-role-playing retreats, where they are immersed in a fantasy world that allows them to live their dreams, make friends and improve their mental health.
A profile of a Texas company that created a rifle that's capable of aiming on its own, which allows rookie shooters to hit targets farther than 1,000 yards away.
Pro skateboarder Alex Olson sits down for an interview with his father.
Hamilton Morris travels to Africa in search of a rare strain of marijuana. Also: a firsthand look at the Gathering of the Juggalos, a unique music festival.
An investigation of the underground street-racing scene in the U.K.
The story of a serial killer who murdered 11 women in Cleveland between 2007 and 2009 and the city's flawed justice system.
A man from Holland who has trained his mind to help him withstand extreme temperatures and improve his endurance is featured. Also: the ongoing water issues plaguing Detroit are highlighted.
The story of a woman undergoing a unique surgical procedure to reverse female circumcision is chronicled.
A company in South Korea that provides people with near-death experiences to help them appreciate life in a country with the highest suicide rate in the world is spotlighted.
Michelle De Swarte travels to a village in Kenya that is soley inhabited by women. Also: a skeptic who works to disprove paranormal sightings.
A look at Pablo Escobar's enduring impact on the cocaine trade in Peru and Colombia. Also: chef Matty Matheson makes the ultimate lasagna.
A profile of Ed Templeton, a California skateboarder who became a sponsored pro in 1990 and has since made a name for himself through his board company, Toy Machine, and his visual-art exhibitions.
Drunken horse racing in Guatemala; a Turkish cult leader with a radical view of Islam and beauty-obsessed followers; trying on power suits in Burbank.
The story of a Swedish skateboarder who achieved pro-circuit fame as a teen, but ultimately ended his career and the life of a friend due to his drug and alcohol addictions.
A look at the Peruvian government's efforts to combat cocaine production. Also: Gianna Toboni gets a firsthand look at the kitchen and food at Guantanamo Bay.
A look at maternity-leave policies throughout the world, including an investigation into why the U.S. is one of the only countries that does not guarantee paid maternity leave.
Host Karley Sciortino meets the creators of popular matchmaking apps. Also: a look at the world of feeder fetishists.
Professional rock climber Sam Elias travels to Lebanon, where he reunites with his extended family and scales a tremendously difficult mountain route.
Profiling the creator of Soylent, a powdered meal-replacement drink that some consider the diet of the future.
A profile of the leader of the U.K.'s Unicorn Movement that advocates for polyamorous relationships. Also: profiling a Ukrainian Internet celebrity who claims to be an alien.
An exploration into how rapidly advancing robot technology could shape the world's future. Also: a look at the government crisis in Berlin resulting from lack of housing and the influx of refugees.
A day in the life of one of the most feared debt collectors in the U.K. is chronicled. Also: two filmmakers who are leading a cinematic revolution in Iraq are profiled.
Professional skateboarder Tony Trujillo cooks Mission-style tacos.
Chronicling the life of a man who eats pizza for every meal of the day.
Presented are interviews with young people in Bogota, Colombia who have fled underground to avoid deaths squads hired to kill them; an artist demonstrates telescopic photography; a teenager living in the Alabama wilderness is profiled.
Presented is a look at the Westboro Baptist Church through interviews with current and former members, who offer insight into the thinking and ideologies that are backed by the church that has become one of the most hated groups in America.
A group of filmmakers revive the quicksand scene, which was popularized by classic cinema but has since lost its relevance in modern films.
Middle Eastern refugees seeking a safe haven in Greece; a treatment that saves lives after a drug overdose; a Ugandan tribe struggling to retain its history.
A man who gained online fame by posting videos of himself eating strange items is profiled.
JD Samson travels to San Francisco, New York, Washington, D.C. and New Orleans to investigate why lesbian bars are closing across the U.S.
Thomas Morton travels to the Panamanian jungle to learn about how sloths could hold the key to curing new drug-resistant diseases.
An investigation into synthetic marijuana that's hooking addicts in the U.K. Also: a journey to the Arctic with a man who was attacked by a polar bear.
Chef Matty Matheson cooks Halloween donuts, Thanksgiving turkey, fried chicken, rib-eye steak and power potatoes.
The owner of a vending-machine-toy empire is profiled; a legally-blind hunter in North Dakota is spotlighted.
An investigation into a South Korean digital-food-trend involving people who post videos of themselves eating large quantities of food. Also: the lead singer of Cro-Mags demonstrates his Ironman-training regimen.
A profile of professional skateboarder Sean Malto.
Charlet Duboc visits Scotland and samples the country's traditional cuisine.
Tech enthusiasts attempting to merge man and machine are profiled.
A marijuana-tour of Colorado; a pot-pizza party in Portland; a Shabbat dinner with a weed twist; a Caribbean feast.
A 91-year-old grandmother in California who makes homemade Italian dishes infused with cannabis is spotlighted.
A British defense attorney who spent 16 years in prison before earning a law degree is spotlighted.
Two filmmakers leading a revolution in cinema in Iraq are profiled.
An over-populated maximum-security prison in California working to rehabilitate criminals before their release is spotlighted.
The origins of the militia movement in the U.S. and armed citizens who are training to defend the country are examined.
An exploration into cryonics and the people who believe reanimation will become an alternative to death.
Water issues in Detroit are examined.
An investigation into the conditions of a slum in Manila that's located inside Navotas Cemetery, where 6,000 people live among the dead.
A Bulgarian clan's bride market, an event in which young virgins are bid on by suitors, is spotlighted.
A controversial theme park in China operated by little people; a congregation of "Sailor Moon" fans; and a wildlife team dedicated to saving sea lions.
An artist who documents the world through telescopic photography is profiled.
An eccentric criminal-defense attorney from Brooklyn and a British skater who had a mental illness are profiled.
Infomercial personality Matthew Lesko shares tips for making money off the government; and professional eater Randy Santel goes on a month-long tour of Europe. Also: a Mexican boot craze is spotlighted.
Chef Andy Ricker's Pok Pok restaurant empire, an authentic tribute to the food and culture of northern Thailand, is spotlighted.
People who consider Ibiza the dance-party capital of the world are spotlighted. Also: kids who perform patriotic songs for Donald Trump; and a partying robot.
Chef Matty Matheson makes the ultimate lasagna.
A look at the lives of Sumo wrestlers in Japan after they stop competing in the sport.
Carb loading with a strongman.
Follow rapper Riff Raff as he heads to the gym to demonstrate how he gained 30 pounds of muscle in one month on a diet of junk food and dumbbells.
The Mexican boot craze is highlighted
A treatment that can save a life after a drug overdose is highlighted
A legally-blind hunter in North Dakota is featured
A tribe in Uganda struggles to retain its history
The desert may be one of the last places on Earth you'd expect to find a beauty pageant. But on Christmas Day, while you were busy testing the limits of your digestive system, VICE's Charlet Duboc was traipsing through sand dunes in Abu Dhabi's remote Western Region, all in the name of beauty.
In 2014 convicted fraudster and infamous British socialite "Lord" Edward Davenport was released early from prison in controversial circumstances. With exclusive access to Eddie and his world, VICE charts Eddie's meteoric rise to fame in 80s as the brains behind the infamous elite underage Gatecrasher Balls, to him conning the Sierra Leone government out of their London embassy, only to hold exclusive sex parties in it, to his dramatic fall as a result of a multimillion pound fraud, of which he was cited as the "puppet master".
