In this episode, we sit down with Joel Lava, a devout Democrat and lead organizer of the nation’s first Tesla Boycott, to understand how and why the electric car company became such a target for progressive protest. We’re also joined by an anonymous anti-car activist directly involved in vandalism against Teslas and Waymo vehicles, offering a rare glimpse into the underground world of the broader anti-car resistance.

In this episode, we dive into the bizarre world of the Zizian Cult—a radical internet-born movement that's recently been linked to a string of violence across the United States. Joining us is journalist and filmmaker Jacob Hurwitz-Goodman, whose investigative work sheds light on the cult's origins, ideology, and the digital pathways that facilitated its rise.

In this episode, we'll discuss the under-researched neurological condition referred to as Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (H.P.P.D) and sit down with Dr. Wesley Ryan, MD, a licensed psychotherapist and published authority on the positive benefits of Ketamine therapy. 

In this episode, we'll head into the field alongside Wildland Firefighter Representative Steve Gutierrez and sit down with environmental journalist Danielle Venton to discuss the true causes of the disastrous L.A. Wildfires, and most importantly what can be done to prevent the next blaze. 

In this episode, we delve into the issue of deputy gangs within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and the ongoing human rights concerns at Men's Central Jail. We sit down with Janet Asante of JusticeLA to explore the deep-rooted culture of violence, lack of accountability, and the urgent need for systemic reform in L.A.'s carceral system.

In this episode, we delve into the bizarre world of William Banks to unravel how he blurred the lines between performance and reality, tricked the internet into thinking he was in prison, and the ethics of lying for a good cause. 

In this episode, we sit down with the owner of the iconic 'Breaking Bad' Walter White house and discuss the trials and tribulations of living in such a famed spot. 

This episode breaks down the U.S.’s growing reliance on copper and how it affects the Apache people of Oak Flat, where a huge source of the material was found underneath their sacred land.

In this 5cast, we cover the recent escalation between Israel, Iran, and the United States. Our correspondent Agat provides on-the-ground coverage from Israel shortly after the start of the bombings. We also sit down with James Gelvin to break down the situation and whether we're truly on the cusp of a third world war.

Andrew sits down with Hunter Biden to discuss the infamous laptop scandal, his crack addiction and recovery, the 2024 election, and much more in this wide ranging interview.

In this episode, we talk with Indecline, an American art collective known for graffiti and controversial political commentary, to explore how their work has changed over the years.

Shout out to Hunter Kozak for the great interview, and thanks to all of the C5 viewers for dreaming of a custer-free planet.

We sat down with Hamilton Morris from Hamilton's Pharmacopeia to discuss Vice, psychedelic reporting, and how far a paid activist group went to block MDMA from medicinal use.

We sat down with Former U.S. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg to discuss AI, NYC's mayoral election, Tucker Carlson's "fake gay" accusation, and more.

Two years after meeting Budd on the streets of Philadelphia, where he was struggling with addiction to Tranq, we sat down with him again to hear how his life has changed as he works toward recovery.

We sat down with UCLA professor James Gelvin to discuss the latest in the Israel-Palestine conflict and the fragility of the ceasefire agreement.