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Non-Scripted Series 

With the surge of reality programming in 2003 came a steady paycheck and a range of opportunities to drop in and draw out stories from all walks of life.  

The Narco Plague: Cocaine And Fentanyl’s Impact On Lives And Societies / Addicted – Ep 2/3
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The Narco Plague: Cocaine And Fentanyl’s Impact On Lives And Societies / Addicted – Ep 2/3

Cocaine and other traditional drugs are increasingly laced with fentanyl, driving a deadly surge in addiction and leaving a trail of death and devastation. We begin our investigation in Colombia’s Catatumbo region. Here, drug cartels run a murderous campaign to control cocaine trafficking routes. Drug wars in the region have rendered more than 50,000 farmers homeless. We then travel to Belgium’s Antwerp Port, now dubbed the cocaine capital of Europe. Here, we examine the profound challenges enforcement authorities face in trying to curb cocaine trafficking. We then meet Swedish and Dutch gang members recruiting children to fight turf wars between competing drug cartels, devastating once peaceful communities in Europe. Our final stop is the United States. In Philadelphia's open outdoor drug markets, addicts score hits of deadly fentanyl and other synthetic drugs. The scourge of drugs is causing a healthcare crisis in the city. WATCH MORE Addicted Crystal meth: https://youtu.be/UR3FmsHQSEo Cannabis: https://youtu.be/HPlAGRCOMks 0:00 Introduction 00:05 Catatumbo’s cocaine drug war 04:32 Displaced Colombians finding refuge 06:47 Cocaine cartels recruit child soldiers 08:06 Inside Putumayo’s cocaine lab 12:36 Antwerp’s cocaine import capital 15:17 Meeting Gothenburg’s cocaine dealer 16:19 Swedish drug wars 20:52 Children at risk in Malmo 23:30 Saving children from Utrecht’s cartels 29:04 Philadelphia’s Kensington opioid crisis 35:06 Savage Sisters reverse street overdoses 40:55 Portland’s first responders in trouble ========== About the show: We investigate the dark world of illicit drug production and trafficking to expose its devastating impact on people, communities and their local economies around the globe. ================ #CNAInsider #AddictedCNA #Cocaine #Fentanyl #DrugAddiction #Drugs For more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDER https://cna.asia/insideryoutubesub Follow CNA INSIDER on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnainsider/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cnainsider/ Website: https://cna.asia/cnainsider
Curse Of Crystal Meth: Addiction, Trafficking & Dangerous Production Exposed | Addicted - Ep 1/3
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Curse Of Crystal Meth: Addiction, Trafficking & Dangerous Production Exposed | Addicted - Ep 1/3

An estimated 39.5 million people globally suffer from drug-use disorders — with a growing number hooked on synthetic drugs that are cheaper, more accessible, and far more lethal. We investigate the impacts of this synthetic curse, beginning in Karachi, where millions of young Pakistanis are caught in a deadly spiral of addiction and crime. Our team embeds with Karachi Police on a drug raid. We then traverse Thailand to investigate how the authorities are working to contain cross border trafficking. Synthetic pills, produced in Myanmar, are flooding Thailand, wreaking havoc on Thai society. In British Columbia, Canada, we discover the impact of decriminalization: More than 50,000 Canadians have died from fentanyl overdoses. The drug, which can be produced in home labs, is fueling a crime wave and a health crisis. Many societies are grappling with a growing drug epidemic. We uncover how meth produced in Myanmar has fueled a multi-million-dollar trade — and how a combination of law enforcement, cutting-edge technology, and grassroots activism is rising to confront it. But will these efforts be enough to break the grip of synthetic drugs before it's too late? WATCH MORE Addicted Cocaine and Fentanyl: https://youtu.be/yGKQxn-MkqY Cannabis: https://youtu.be/HPlAGRCOMks 0:00 Introduction 00:10 Karachi Police raid drug den 09:00 Afghanistan’s role in meth production 10:07 Inside Karachi’s drug rehabilitation centre 13:43 Thailand’s Buddhist rehab ritual 19:19 The Pha Muang Force patrol Myanmar border 22:48 Bangkok’s ONCB investigate ice pills 25:34 Burning drugs in Samut Prakan 27:20 Canada’s drug decriminalization experiment 30:11 RCMP busts meth super labs 32:58 Journalist investigates drug cartels 34:57 Western Australia Police drug bust 37:32 Drug testing wastewater 39:19 Drugs and homelessness 40:19 Sydney’s march against ice ========== About the show: We investigate the dark world of illicit drug production and trafficking to expose its devastating impact on people, communities and their local economies around the globe. ================ #CNAInsider #AddictedCNA #Meth #DrugAddiction #Pakistan #Thailand #Drugs For more, SUBSCRIBE to CNA INSIDER https://cna.asia/insideryoutubesub Follow CNA INSIDER on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnainsider/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cnainsider/ Website: https://cna.asia/cnainsider
To Catch A Smuggler

To Catch A Smuggler

Narcotics mules. Stolen art. Human trafficking. Fraudulent visas. It’s all part of a day’s work for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers and Homeland Security Investigations special agents at Atlanta, JFK and Miami Airports. Oversaw the Atlanta airport production for National Geographic's season two of "To Catch A Smuggler."

Intervention: The Heroin Hub

Intervention: The Heroin Hub

Spent time directing Intervention in America's largest open drug market, Kensington Philadelphia where people are trying to make sense of the heroin/fentanyl crisis. We followed stories of addicts as they worked to overcome their opioid addictions and the enabling families struggling to help their loved one's seek rehab for the betterment of all. Series segments can be streamed online. I was on Team EJ. Click on link to watch.

Say Yes To The Dress

Say Yes To The Dress

Welcome to the world’s premiere bridal salon, Kleinfeld Bridal. Part fashion show, part bridal story, part family therapy…Randy Fenoli & a team of specialists guide brides through the process of selecting, altering & delivering each dress in time for their perfect day. I teased out stories as I documented brides journey's to Saying YES. 52 American brides represented and married in the summer of 2019 and I was there to capture the Central Park extravaganza. Check it out:

Ancient Aliens

Ancient Aliens

Ancient Aliens explores the controversial theory that extraterrestrials have visited Earth for millions of years. After directing a season of Ancient Aliens I believe ETs attempted to warn us against nuclear annihilation. Each episode in this hit HISTORY series gives historic depth to the question, Did intelligent beings from outer space visit Earth thousands of years ago? Visit episodes below:

Women On Patrol for Lifetime

Women On Patrol for Lifetime

Documented female Officers, Lieutenant, Sergeants, and the K9 unit of Wilmington, North Carolina's police force to gain a better understanding of the many hats women wear in front line law enforcement. They are tough, empathetic, often de-escalating situations. I produced and filmed as they were dispatched to cases ranging from: shootings, ODs, gang violence, larceny, domestic violence, 911 hangups, warrant arrests, DUI, everything under the sun. Watch Eps

Say Yes to the Prom (Season 2 & 3)

Say Yes to the Prom (Season 2 & 3)

For consecutive years I produced and shot background packages on courageous students who overcame great obstacles to graduate high school. Say Yes To the Prom is a feel good show, a philanthropic endeavor by Discovery Foundation to reward deserving high school students with a celebratory PROM. Given my close relationship immersed in the students lives and hard-working teachers and principles, I help to shape the story arc of the show. This is just one of the many students I documented:

American Tarzan

American Tarzan

On the remote Caribbean island Dominica, seven challengers took on Mother Nature’s most brutal obstacle course. Their goal: to not only survive the wild, but to master it. In an epic journey through four distinct terrains; the jungle, coast, mountains and canyons, seven men and women lived off the land, while tackling the most punishing obstacles on earth. Only one became American Tarzan. I loved Dominica and producing this wild adventure! All the promotional photography shots are mine!

Welcome to Fairfax

Welcome to Fairfax

Producing/Directing Pivot's "Welcome To Fairfax," was a unique opportunity to connect with an up & coming LA community. The show delved into the personal lives of Fairfax Ave area musicians, entrepreneurs & artists working to build creative businesses including storeowner Gavin “Mizzle” McNeill, BMX rider Gabe Brooks, newcomer Tori, & rap group the Chill Black Guys (CBG). The 4 Fairfax blocks is where you come & connect with a confluence of young folks of every background, trying to rise above.

Forged in Fire

Forged in Fire

Swords may not be the weapon of choice for many people nowadays, with more advanced weaponry readily available, but that doesn’t stop some from continuing to work as bladesmiths. “Forged in Fire” tests some of the best in the field as they attempt to re-create some of history’s most iconic edged weapons. I documented finalists forging & perfecting historic swords in their home studios in hopes of becoming Forged in Fire champion.

Adventure Capitalists Season 1

Adventure Capitalists Season 1

Adventure Capitalists shows aspiring entrepreneur-contestants as they make business presentations to a panel of investors, who choose whether or not to invest after trying the mostly wilderness based products. Season 1 featured American football linebacker Dhani Jones, 2-time Olympic freestyle skier and 4-year American football wide receiver Jeremy Bloom, businessman Craig Cooper & other guests as investors. Fun show to produce as an outdoor lover.

Alaskan Bush People

Alaskan Bush People

Alaskan Bush People follows the Brown family, Billy, Ami and their seven children who live off the grid and depend on each other to survive in the wilderness of the Alaskan Bush. The series premiered on the Discovery Channel on May 6, 2014. I produced and shot on season 2 and 3. We filmed on location near Hoonah, Alaska and Chichagof Island. The Brown family welcomed me into their family with open arms and opened up their lives to me and America.

My BIG Redneck Wedding

My BIG Redneck Wedding

My Big Redneck Wedding was a hoot to shoot: squirrel hunting, mud wrestling, and an over-the-top wedding in chicken coop. Tamzen’s Father carried a rifle under one arm as he gave his bride away to Kevin. My favorite was the rib eating contest between bridesmaids and the groom. I earned the nickname “Skinnymini” by the loving bridesmaids. Awesome show to work on!

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