5CAST w/ Andrew Callaghan

Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden, dives deep into his life, discussing his struggles with addiction and the infamous laptop scandal. He emphasizes the importance of open dialogue about addiction and the stigma surrounding it. Hunter shares his journey to sobriety and the personal costs of misinformation and sensationalized media narratives. The conversation also touches on his unique roots in Delaware and reflects on resilience through tragedy, showcasing a powerful narrative of personal growth amidst controversy.

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.

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 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. 

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 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'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 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.