A Very Messy Party: VC2
In 1994 Mark designed a party game called Tacky Races and made his friends play it. Puerile, disgusting and sweet, this film explores the nature of partying and how it changes (or not) as we get older. View more of Current TV's most popular videos...CLICK HERE www.youtube.com
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World Record BASE Jump: VC2
Recently it was discovered that the tallest building in the world - the Burj Dubai - had been the scene for a world record (and highly illegal) BASE jump. 1 British man attempted the jump and was successful, while a second man, a Frenchman, was caught before he could jump. They were both arrested and held in Dubai. VIEW more Current TV & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here... www.youtube.com
Cystic Fibrosis Emcee: VC2
Citizen Aim is a 27 year old emcee in Yuma, Arizona who might literally rap his last breath. That's because he's expected to die from Cystic Fibrosis by age 35. Diagnosed with the fatal chronic illness as an infant, Citizen Aim is amongst the 70000 people worldwide living with this death sentence sometimes referred to as '65 Roses. In this pod, by vc2 producer Carlos Aguilar, Citizen Aim talks about his disease, his treatment, and how his recovery themed songs are an inspiration others suffering from the disease.
Gay Jamaican Cop: VC2
Profile of a gay policeman working in the notoriously homophobic Jamaica.
Monster From The Deep: VC2
A rare prehistoric shark has appeared off the coast of Japan. Awashima Marine Park officials say the Deep Sea Frilled Shark's usual habitat is around 2000 feet under water. They believe a seasonal up current brought this living fossil to the surface. Check out a video of a giant squid here! www.youtube.com
Bargains in Mexico: VC2:
VC2 producer Carlos Aguilar has heard about the bargains across the Mexico Border but in this pod he'll put those rumors to the test. Carlos will get his teeth cleaned in Tijuana, get gas like a gringo and find out just how munch money you can save by crossing the boarder.
Androgynous And Proud: VC2
Whilst society and culture seem to do their best to create the ideal male and female form there's some people who refuse to conform to gender stereotypes when it comes to being either masculine or feminine - in fact, they they don't care much for being either....
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Downhill Skeleton: VC2
Have you ever wanted to go down a hill at 80 mph head first with your face an inch off the ice? Then check out the extreme sport of Skeleton racing- a fast paced, high-energy thrill ride for those who love the rush of high speeds and being on the edge. VIEW more Current TV & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here... www.youtube.com
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Wrestling Indian Girls: VC2
The women of India are fighting for their independence. In this documentary short we explore how girls are learning wrestling at school and how it can lead to a prosperous career in new India.
Favela Slum Tours: VC2
Every day, dozens of tourists are led through some of Rio's most dangerous slums to witness the conditions of the favela. In this pod, VC2 producer Dre Urhahn follows a group on one of these 'Slum Tours' to examine whether they exploiting the communities or helping them.
Yerba Mate: VC2
The drink of choice after a night of hard partying in Buenos Aires is Yerba Mate. This green tea-like beverage, drunk through a metal straw, is the national drink of Argentina and it's making waves in Europe and the US. In this pod, vc2 producer Ginger Gentile takes us from the streets of Buenos Aires to the jungles and yerba plantations of Missiones where the Yerba Mate is grown.
Million Dollar Motorcycles: VC2
This video is a profile of custom motorcycle builder Chicara Nagata. Chicara has won numerous awards for his custom motorcycles, which take him over 7000 hours to build. They sell for over $1 million each and can be seen at the Ippodo Gallery in NYC.
Male Belly Dancer: VC2
It's a taboo subject in many middle eastern countries, but we are going to profile the only professional male bellydancer in Egypt, Tito Seif.
Gay Republicans: VC2
In this Election pod, VC2 Producer Nerina Penzhorn, examines the phenomenon of gay republican activists, who work for both progressive social policies at the same time they advocate conservative positions on both economic and security issues. She follows around two young, prominent members of the Log Cabin Republicans, a candidate for state senator and up-an-coming lobbyist to understand why it is easier for them to tell their "republican friends they're gay, than gay friends that they're republican."
Shipwrecks in Paradise: VC2
In a huge remote bay, in one of the poorest countries in the world lie a vast collection of over 300 rotting hulks. Mauritania used to be known as a country where a ship could be disposed of and so they were quietly dumped. As a possible environmental hazard the EU has plans to clear the area but by now the ships have become part of local life, providing an ecology for fishing and a thriving scrap metal market. VIEW more Current TV & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here... www.youtube.com
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Reverse Domestic Violence: VC2
Domestic Violence historically implies male on female abuse. In this pod, vc2 producer Rev. Melissa Mummert introduces us to a victim of female on male domestic abuse and hears from experts about how intimate partner violence can go both ways. VIEW more Current TV & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here... www.youtube.com
Ibiza Drug Clampdown: VC2
This year 3 of Ibiza's main clubs (Amnesia, Bora Bora and DC-10) were closed down in the opening month of the club season in a bid by authorities to force them to tackle drug-dealing and consumption among clubbers. How effective has this been and how important is drug taking to the Ibiza clubbing experience? Will a serious clampdown effect tourism? How difficult is it for the police to deal with the drug situation and are they understaffed to tackle it?
Shaman Healing Songs: VC2
Traditional Amazonian healers or curanderos, claim the spirits of the plants communicate with them through lullabies, called Icaros. Every being in the rainforest has an Icaro and its melody alone is believed to possess curative powers. These songs have been described as the "quintessence of shamanic power". While there has been little research conducted on Icaros, we do know that the songs are used to call defenders, cure specific illnesses, attract the love of another and call the spirits of the deceased. We are grateful to the Boras of Pevas, Peru and all of the healers who shared their songs to make this possible.
Facial Fitness: VC2
Facercise guru Eva Fraser gives us her best tips on how to stay looking young without going under the knife. Part of the Skin Deep season. VIEW more Current TV & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here... www.youtube.com
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Björk Has One: VC2
The reactable is a collaborative electronic music instrument with a tabletop tangible multi-touch interface, aka a sick music instrument that you thought only existed in the future. VIEW more Current TV & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here... www.youtube.com
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Girls Gone Grabblin: VC2
Grabblin, a traditional form of fishing from the deep south, where you catch giant catfish with your bare hands. In this pod, VC2 producer Christopher Mitchell follows the next generation of Catfish Grabblers, the stars of the DVD series Girls Gone Grabblin, as they head out to the river.
Coming Out Mormon: VC2
Cody Derrick grew up in a conservative Mormon home in the suburbs of Salt Lake City, Utah. At the age of 21, shortly after returning from his mission, Cody came out that he was gay. This is Cody Derrick's coming out story; a story of religion, fear, and family.
Flick Knife Haircut: VC2
William Seyssel is possibly the only barber in the world that will cut your hair with a flick knife. The only catch is, he only does one rocker-billy hairstyle and our customer (Jon Drever) would never be seen dead with such a hair do, and is terrified of the whole 'flick knife' thing. But Jon is being a good sport and is up for this wild haircut and his transformation from sensible snowboarder to rock'n'roll 'greaser'.
Taxi Cabbie Confessions: VC2
Over 12000 yellow cabs ply the streets of New York, a city icon since their introduction 100 years ago. Cabbie Voices is a snapshot of the fascinating people in the driver's seat, and their stories of one of the most interesting jobs in the Big Apple.
Joe Gets Street: VC2
In the 90's Chicago was home to Air Jordan and a Chicago Bulls team that racked up six NBA titles. With Michael gone our own Joe Hanson tries to do his hometown proud by hitting the concrete courts of New York City. Look out world, here comes Air Joe!
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Canary's Eco-Island: VC2
El Hierro is the smallest of the Canary Islands (a chain of Spanish islands off the coast of Africa), and it is incredibly beautiful. Previously its mainly been known as a chic and exotic European tourist mainstay. Now, it's becoming famous for something a bit more virtuous as part of the eco crazy revolution----it is the world's first island to run on 100% renewable energy. This small island is basically a blueprint for a sustainable future on planet earth. We will travel to the island and get a look at el Hierro's design, something that may just end up saving the world.
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RoboGames: VC2
RoboGames is the original fighting robot battleground. In this pod, vc2 producer Eddie Codel joins San Fancisco State's team Beer Bash as they modify a keg to make their bot, travel to the competition and take on other teams for RoboGames glory.
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I'm 80% Girl, 20% Boy: VC2
When Adele was born they couldn't tell if she was a girl or a boy. A series of childhood genital operations 'corrected' her into a boy but as she grew up it became apparent a mistake had been made. Now at 29 Adele is trying to transition into a woman, only to find she belongs somewhere in between. 1 in 2000 babies are born like Adele and she asks if it isn't time to make room in our society for more than two genders.
King Khan & the Shrines: VC2
King Khan and the Shrines are a raucous, soulful, garage rock band from Berlin whose live show is notoriously boisterous and full of turpitude. While on tour, Khan returns to his old neighborhood in Montreal, Canada where he meets up with some of his punk rock buddies, Bloodshot Bill and the Demon's Claws lead singer, Jeff Clarke. He inaugurates the first annual Books & Ribs sale, writes a song about it, and reveals how he changed his name from Black Snake to King Khan to make answering the phone easier on his mother.
VC2: Islamic Fashionista
You may not have heard of Rabia Z yet, but that is about to change. Meet Dubai Fahion Week's "Emerging Talent Winner" and the winner of the British Council's "Young Entrepreneur of the Gulf" award. This young woman has burst onto the fashion stage and she is aiming high. What makes her unique is that she is designing for the modern Muslim woman, and she isn't including burkas in her Fall line. She is taking traditional Muslim fashion and making it fun, fabulous, and "modern."
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Pushkar Camel Festival: VC2
Pushkar, in the heart of India's Rajasthan state, is home to the world's largest camel fair. In this Current Travel pod, Conor Knighton explores the festival which is an odd combination of spirituality, commerce, tourism and over 50 thousand camels. There is a little for everyone at the festival, camel races, camel costume contests, mustache growing competitions (for people) and death defying motorcycle stunts. Without a doubt Pushkar is one of India's most unique attractions. Produced by Alex Simmons and Conor Knighton.
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Students Fight for Weed: VC2
While their friends are sitting in class, Jeff Fontas and Andrew Edwards are attending committee meetings and co-sponsoring legislation as the youngest state representatives in the New Hampshire House.
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Face Blindness: VC2
Do you forget people's face? Do you have trouble recognising people? You may be sufferring from face blindness, also known as Prosopagnosia. It's like dyslexia, but with faces instead of letters. This condition was only discovered ten years ago, and it's estimated that as many as one in fifty of us may have it to some degree.
Curling Is Crack: VC2
This is a satirical take on the sport of curling shot at an open house at Logitech Ice in San Jose, California. Curling is a Winter Olympic sport gaining popularity in the United States. Some say it's addictive-- be your own judge. No Canadians were harmed in the making of this pod. VIEW more Current TV & SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Playlist here... www.youtube.com
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