Mitchell Prothero

Mitchell Prothero, a senior reporter for Vice specializing in the cocaine trade in Europe, dives into the continent's escalating drug crisis. He discusses why European law enforcement struggles against an expanding network of organized crime and the ruthless figures like Ridouan Taghi who dominate the scene. Prothero reveals how historic ports have become drug trafficking hubs and explores the lucrative aspects of cocaine that attract criminal entrepreneurs. The conversation emphasizes the urgent need for change to combat the violence and chaos associated with this burgeoning market.

Mitchell Prothero, host and lead reporter, shares the inside story of his series GATEWAY: Cocaine, Murder, & Dirty Money in Europe. It explores Europe's cocaine crisis, violent cartel leaders, corrupt cops, brave journalists and lawyers. The influx of cocaine has turned European ports into global gateways, and the continent may become the next narco-state. The podcast sheds light on the impact of cocaine on Northern European ports, the Moroccan Mafia war, the rise of the European narco state, and the hidden world of cocaine.