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Full Frontal with Samantha BeeFull Frontal with Samantha Bee
TBS, 2016 Cancelled/Ended | Comedy, Talk Shows, News | ► Trailer
4.1


An American late-night talk show that airs on TBS. Hosted by comedian Samantha Bee, an alumna of The Daily Show.


Chappelle's ShowChappelle's Show
Comedy Central, 2003 Cancelled/Ended | Comedy, Music | ► Trailer
4.4


"Chappelle's Show" takes comedian Dave Chappelle's own personal joke book and brings it to life, with episodes consisting of sketches, man-on-the-street pieces, and pop culture parodies introduced by Dave in a stand-up format in front of a studio audience.


The Jim Jefferies ShowThe Jim Jefferies Show
Comedy Central, 2017 Cancelled/Ended | Comedy, Talk Shows, News
4.6


The Jim Jefferies Show is here to shake up the humdrum formula of the political late-night show. Jim tackles the news of the day with no-bulls**t candor, piercing insight and a uniquely Aussie viewpoint.


Louis Theroux DocumentariesLouis Theroux Documentaries
BBC Two, 2003 Running | Documentary
4.7


The documentary work of British-American journalist Louis Theroux.


All in the FamilyAll in the Family
CBS, 1971 Cancelled/Ended | Comedy, Drama
4.7


A working class bigot constantly squabbles with his family over the important issues of the day.


Our America with Lisa LingOur America with Lisa Ling
OWN, 2011 Cancelled/Ended | Reality, Documentary, News



Our America with Lisa Ling takes viewers along for an in-depth look at some of the most controversial and thought-provoking issues in the United States today, including religious movements, sex offenders, drug addiction and online brides. In each episode, Lisa immerses herself into the lives of the people she meets, offering compelling accounts of varied experiences and providing insight into some of our nation's most contentious issues. In sharing these stories, Lisa challenges viewers to understand different perspectives and even question what they themselves have always known to be true.


Brainwashing StaceyBrainwashing Stacey
BBC Three, 2016 Cancelled/Ended | Documentary



Brainwashing Stacey is a new series which sees Stacey Dooley attempt to understand the psychology of some of the world's most controversial movements - by living amongst them. Spending time at an anti-abortion summer camp for American teenagers, and on safari with trophy hunters in Africa can she - by living and breathing their world - ever come around to their way of thinking?


The Betoota Advocate PresentsThe Betoota Advocate Presents
Online, 2023 On Hiatus | Comedy, Documentary, Talk Shows



Fronted by Editor At Large Errol Packet and Editor Clancy Overall, the pair dig deep into the controversies that shaped our nation. Across four episodes, corruption, money, religion and tribalism are key themes, with no stone left unturned to get to the crux of the headline. Australia has a history and sometimes it's not pretty and The Betoota Advocate Presents doesn't sugarcoat it. And it's why Aussies love them.


My Strange Criminal AddictionMy Strange Criminal Addiction


This show reveals what happens when bizarre compulsions spin out of control and push people into a life of crime. From a lewd subway commuter to a diaper-wearing man, or a urine drinker to a toe sucker, first-hand accounts of these true crime tales plunges viewers into a world where strange addictions took an illegal turn. Dr. Mike Dow, addiction specialist and expert in the fields of relationships, food, and behavior, explains how these unhealthy habits turned to uncontrollable addictions and helps viewers understand the triggers for these compulsive behaviors. With the perpetrators telling their own stories of how they plunged so deep into darkness, some appear on screen or disguised to conceal their identity while others speak to us from their jail cells.


Ewout:Ewout:
RTL 5, 2021 Running | Reality, Documentary | ► Trailer



Every week, the presenter dives into various current themes and goes on a report. For example, Genemans travels to Turkey, where buttock augmentation operations are popular, and he goes on a report in a juvenile detention center. "Every week I dive into a world that is unknown to many people, but is also important to show. For example, I discover that the buttock augmentation in Turkey is becoming increasingly popular among young girls and that it can be risky," says Genemans about his new job.


Shatner's Raw NerveShatner's Raw Nerve
A&E, 2008 Cancelled/Ended | Family, Celebrities, Politics, Interview
1.0


William Shatner digs deep to get the dirt on his celebrity guests. In this edgy show, Shatner touches upon touchy subjects and off-beat ones too.


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