Vodka has long been woven into Russian culture, but its widespread use has come at an enormous human cost. This documentary explores the country's complex relationship with alcohol by examining its history, cultural significance, economic influence, and devastating impact on public health. Through interviews with medical professionals, researchers, producers, and people affected by alcohol misuse, it reveals how deeply alcohol has shaped Russian society while highlighting the ongoing challenges of reducing consumption, preventing alcohol-related harm, and changing long-standing social attitudes toward drinking.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Drinking Culture, Public Health, Russia
From remote coca fields in Peru to the streets of USA, this investigative documentary follows the global cocaine trade at every stage of its journey. Through firsthand reporting and interviews with farmers, traffickers, law enforcement, and people affected by cocaine use, it reveals the complex network that fuels one of the world's most profitable illicit industries. This resource explores the economic, social, and human costs of cocaine production and trafficking while highlighting the challenges of disrupting a market driven by persistent global demand.
TOPICS: Cocaine, Crime, Drug Trafficking, Law Enforcement, Peru, Stimulants, USA
Cannabis is often viewed as a relatively harmless substance, but its effects on the brain and body are more complex than many people realize. In this evidence-based presentation, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman examines how cannabis influences memory, motivation, mood, hormones, sleep, fertility, and mental health while explaining the biological mechanisms behind these changes. Drawing on current scientific research, this resource explores both the potential therapeutic applications and known health risks of cannabis, helping viewers make more informed decisions about its use.
TOPICS: Cannabinoids, Cannabis, Science & Research
New Zealand’s war on drugs comes under scrutiny in this investigation of methamphetamine use, criminalization, and the search for more effective solutions. Journalist Guyon Espiner speaks with people directly affected by addiction alongside police, treatment providers, policymakers, and harm reduction advocates. Their experiences reveal the limitations of a system that devotes substantial resources to enforcement while leaving many people without adequate support. By examining treatment referrals, drug checking, poverty, stigma, and decriminalization, this resource presents a compelling case for replacing punishment with compassionate, evidence-based public health approaches.
What begins as one journalist's decision to stop drinking becomes a thought-provoking exploration of New Zealand's relationship with alcohol. Reflecting on his own experiences, Guyon Espiner investigates why drinking is so deeply embedded in social life while examining the cultural expectations, public health consequences, and commercial forces that shape alcohol use. Through personal reflection, expert insights, and investigative reporting, this resource encourages viewers to question long-held assumptions about alcohol and consider how culture, policy, and industry influence the choices people make.
Behind the creation of two of the world's most influential recovery fellowships is the often-overlooked story of a woman whose own journey was shaped by love, loss, and resilience. This powerful drama follows Lois Wilson as she navigates her husband Bill Wilson's struggle with alcoholism while discovering that families affected by addiction also need support. Exploring the origins of both Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon, this resource highlights the lasting impact of addiction on loved ones and the importance of hope, healing, and recovery for the entire family.
Alcohol is deeply woven into many cultures, making it difficult to recognize when casual drinking becomes a serious health concern. In this documentary, broadcaster Adrian Chiles examines Britain's relationship with alcohol while reflecting on his own drinking habits and speaking with experts, healthcare professionals, and others affected by alcohol use. Combining personal experience with scientific insight, this resource explores the risks of excessive drinking, the challenges of changing long-established habits, and why alcohol misuse often goes unnoticed until significant harm has already occurred.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Drinking Culture, Public Health, United Kingdom
This eye-opening documentary explores the devastating impact of Uganda's illicit moonshine industry, where cheap homemade alcohol fuels addiction, chronic poverty, and serious health consequences. By examining the production of waragi and the communities affected by its widespread use, it reveals how economic hardship, limited opportunities, and hazardous drinking practices have become deeply interconnected. Through firsthand accounts and on-the-ground reporting, this resource offers a powerful look at the complex social, economic, and public health challenges surrounding alcohol misuse in one of the world's hardest-hit regions.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Homelessness, Poverty, Public Health, Uganda, Youth
Alcohol affects far more than the liver. In this anatomy-focused presentation, experts explain what happens inside the body from the moment alcohol is consumed, exploring its effects on the brain, heart, digestive system, immune system, and other major organs. Using detailed anatomical models and clear scientific explanations, this resource examines both the short- and long-term consequences of drinking while explaining why alcohol can have such widespread effects on physical and mental health. It offers an accessible look at the biology behind one of the world's most commonly used substances.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Science & Research
Alcohol is one of the world's most widely used substances, yet many people know surprisingly little about how it affects the brain and body. In this science-based presentation, neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman explains how alcohol influences mood, sleep, memory, hormones, and long-term health while exploring why some people are more vulnerable to developing alcohol use disorder than others. Drawing on current research, this resource provides practical, evidence-based insights to help viewers better understand alcohol's effects and make more informed decisions about their health and well-being.
TOPICS: Alcohol, Depressants, Science & Research
