5CAST w/ Andrew Callaghan

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.

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.

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.

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

Indecline, an American art collective known for its provocative graffiti and the notorious Bumfights series, dives into their evolution in activism. They discuss the complexities of gentrification and its impact on community identity, exploring the ethical dilemmas within their past work. The crew also reflects on their encounters with the infamous Bling Bling, highlighting the challenges of reconnection. Their innovative activism includes repurposing billboards for the homeless, merging art with social justice while navigating the treacherous waters of media manipulation and celebrity culture.

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.