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Art Matters ('Resilient Cities': Athens Episode 3 Clip)
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- Art Matters ('Resilient Cities': Athens Episode 3 Clip)
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- 8 years ago
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- A photographer, an electronic pop band, a mural artist and a writer demonstrate how art is a means of survival in the midst of a city under economic crisis. Learn more at http://bit.ly/ResilientCitiesOnPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Resilient Cities is a five-part documentary series that uncovers thriving underground arts scenes in cities that have experienced major traumas: natural disasters, long-term war, political unrest or economic meltdown. Featuring five creatively unique cities -- Beirut, Lebanon; Kiev, Ukraine; Athens, Greece; Port-au-Prince, Haiti and Medellin, Columbia -- each episode features local artists who are determined to create art as a means of political protest, to create change or to display courage.
Created from the perspective of filmmakers, writers, and musicians who live in these troubled and sometimes war-torn cities, art provides a glimpse into these less explored and embattled parts of the world. Resilient Cities shows that so...
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- Larry Lessig Breaks Down Democracy ('Truth and Power:' Episode 7 Clip)
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- 8 years ago
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- This week's episode of 'Truth and Power' investigates campaign finance and how this year's candidates are funding their campaigns. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing interviews, original footage,...
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- Dark Money Pollutes the Election System ('Truth and Power:' Episode 7 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- This week's episode of 'Truth and Power' investigates campaign finance and where funding for political campaigns actually comes from. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing interviews, original foota...
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- The Dilemma of Encrypted Data ('Truth and Power': Episode 8 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 'Truth and Power' investigates the corporate entities of Data Vampires as we hear from civil liberties activists coming together to battle against them. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing intervi...
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- What Is A Super PAC? ('Truth and Power:' Episode 7 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- On this week's episode of 'Truth and Power,' we learn about the formation of Super PACs and exactly how much money they raise for presidential candidates. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing inter...
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- Escapism Music ('Resilient Cities': Kiev Episode 2 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- In Kiev; a poet, a rocker and a performance artist continue to push creative boundaries in a city that is struggling in the wake of the Euromaidan Revolution. Learn more at http://bit.ly/ResilientCitiesOnPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Resilient Cities is a five-part documentary series that uncovers thriving underground arts scenes in cities that have experienced major traumas: natural disasters, long-term war, political unrest or economic meltdown. Featuring five creatively unique cities -- Beirut, Lebanon; Kiev, Ukraine; Athens, Greece; Port-au-Prince, Haiti and Medellin, Columbia -- each episode features local artists who are determined to create art as a means of political protest, to create change or to display courage.
Created from the perspective of filmmakers, writers, and musicians who live in these troubled and sometimes war-torn cities, art provides a glimpse into these less explored and embattled parts of the world. Resilient Cities shows that...
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- The Origins of Citizen Journalism in Ferguson ('Truth and Power': Episode 6 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- This week's episode of 'Truth and Power' investigates the rise of citizen journalism and its origins in Ferguson, Missouri. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing interviews, original footage, and n...
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- Chris Seltzer Recalls Michael Brown ('Truth and Power': Episode 6 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 'Truth and Power' follows Chris Seltzer, who recalls Michael Brown and Ferguson, Missouri from his first-person account of what happened. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing interviews, original ...
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- Citizen Journalist Documents Police ('Truth and Power': Episode 6 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- This week's episode of 'Truth and Power' follows Antonio Buehler, a veteran turned citizen journalist and rights activist, who recounts the first time he turned his camera towards the police. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information abo...
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- What is the Freedom of Information Act? ('Truth and Power': Episode 5 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 'Truth and Power' investigates the Freedom of Information Act, which pushes for government information and transparency upon request. As demonstrated by activist Ryan Shapiro, though, sometimes, easier submitted than done. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up...
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- About the Issue: Citizen Journalism ('Truth and Power' Sneak Peek)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 'Truth and Power' highlights the rise of citizen journalism in today's day and age and explains your rights when exposing injustice. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing interviews, original footag...
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- Why These Activists Were Labeled Terrorists ('Truth and Power': Episode 5 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 'Truth and Power' follows Andrew Stapanian and Lauren Gazzola, animal rights activists who were charged with domestic terrorism following their animal cruelty protest acts, and more importantly, why. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of informa...
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- Tracking Social Movements Online ('Truth and Power': Episode 1 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- Premiering Friday, January 22nd at 10 p.m. ET / PT on Pivot, Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. In Episode 1 regarding #BlackLivesMatter, experts and social activists discuss the evolution of technology such as the intrusive Stingray to track the #BlackLivesMatter movement. Learn more at http://www.pivot.tv/truthandpower.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the s...
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- #BlackLivesMatter's Bloomington Protest ('Truth and Power': Episode 1 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- Premiering Friday, January 22nd at 10 p.m. ET / PT on Pivot, Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. In Episode 1 regarding #BlackLivesMatter, experts and social activists discuss the costs and consequences of leading a protest at the Mall of America on Black Friday. Learn more at http://www.pivot.tv/truthandpower.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ord...
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- Surveillance & Social Activists ('Truth and Power': Episode 1 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- Premiering Friday, January 22nd at 10 p.m. ET / PT on Pivot, Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. In Episode 1 regarding #BlackLivesMatter, experts and social activists discuss the rise of government surveillance on protest activities and the infrastructures being built to do so. Learn more at http://www.pivot.tv/truthandpower.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights th...
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- The Scary Law That Restricts Exposing Animal Cruelty ('Truth and Power': Episode 5 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 'Truth and Power' investigates the terrifying truth behind ag-gag laws, which restricts photography and video that exposes animal cruelty on factory farms or a broad range of animal enterprises. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information...
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- Resilient Cities - Official Trailer - New Doc Series on Pivot
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- A five-part documentary series that uncovers underground arts scenes in cities that have experienced major traumas, as seen through the eyes of determined local artists creating art as a means of protest, change, or courage. All new time, as of March 14, Sundays 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT on Pivot. Learn more at http://bit.ly/ResilientCitiesOnPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Resilient Cities is a five-part documentary series that uncovers thriving underground arts scenes in cities that have experienced major traumas: natural disasters, long-term war, political unrest or economic meltdown. Featuring five creatively unique cities -- Beirut, Lebanon; Kiev, Ukraine; Athens, Greece; Port-au-Prince, Haiti and Medellin, Columbia -- each episode features local artists who are determined to create art as a means of political protest, to create change or to display courage.
Created from the perspective of filmmakers, writers, and musicians who live in these troubled and...
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- Why These Prisoners Became Prison-Rights Activists ('Truth and Power': Episode 4 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- After serving their time in both private prisons and state prisons, Paul Wright and Alex Friedman quickly discovered the corrupt differences between the two institutions and vowed to give a voice to the voiceless. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amou...
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- What's Wrong with Private Prisons? ('Truth and Power': Episode 4 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- In this episode of 'Truth and Power', we explore the violent consequences and expensive costs of for-profit corporations building private prisons, and how YOU, the taxpayer, foot the bill. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about ...
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- Thorns in the Side of the Prison Industry ('Truth and Power’: Episode 4 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- These two former prisoners became prison-rights activists after seeing the injustice inside for-profit prisons and took action by creating their own news publication and quickly became threats to private prisons everywhere. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up...
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- About The Issue: Private Prisons ('Truth and Power' Sneak Peek)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- 'Truth and Power' highlights the for-profit prison industry that relies on a steady stream of prisoners for its business model. The incentive to lock up more people, though, leads undertrained employees, cutbacks, and high rates of violence. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering tech...
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- The Invasive Implications of Cell Phone Surveillance ('Truth and Power': Episode 3 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- On the next 'Truth and Power,' experts discuss Stingray technology and its invasive implications on our privacy due to cell phone surveillance. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing interviews, ori...
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- Is Stingray Technology Illegal or Unethical? ('Truth and Power': Episode 3 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- On 'Truth and Power,' experts discuss Stingray technology, a new surveillance software that mimics cell phone towers to collect data and pose the question - is it illegal, or just morally unethical? Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of informa...
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- Tech Genius Exposes Secret Government Surveillance ('Truth and Power': Episode 3 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- On ''Truth and Power,' we meet Daniel Rigmaiden, a brilliant, young tech-genius who gets arrested and tracked down by a secret government technology intercepting his personal information. While incarcerated, he exposes its collateral collection of private information gathered from unsuspecting Americans. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for da...
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- Enemies of the Internet ('Truth and Power': Episode 2 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- In episode 2 of 'Truth and Power' titled 'Government-Sponsored Spyware,' computer security activists and politicians like Hillary Clinton confront spyware manufacturers in an effort to uncover the secrets of surveillance programs. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to s...
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- What is Malware? ('Truth and Power': Episode 2 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Episode 2 of 'Truth and Power' titled 'Government-Sponsored Spyware' investigates malware - a computer virus that can steal files, track communications, and turn on a microphone or camera on your computer. The scarier part? Some governments and law enforcement agencies have started using it. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous pri...
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- Truth and Power - About The Issue: Cell Phone Surveillance
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- "Truth and Power" highlights Daniel Rigmaiden, the young tech-genius who exposed STINGRAY - a secret government surveillance technology that hacks into your cell phones. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Usi...
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- Activists Get Computers Hacked ('Truth and Power': Episode 2 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- In Episode 2 of 'Truth and Power' titled 'Government-Sponsored Spyware', activists speak out against government-sponsored spyware attacks on their personal computers. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using ...
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- Truth and Power - About The Issue: Spyware
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
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- "Truth and Power" shines a light on government spyware – is it for battling against outside threats or a menace to those it "protects"? Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons to governments using data-gathering technology to scoop up huge amounts of information about their citizens. Using probing interviews, original...
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- 'Salam Neighbor': Refugee Documentary - Follow Up
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Seven miles from war, 85,000 Syrians struggle to restart their lives inside Jordan’s Za’atari refugee camp. Documentarians embed themselves inside the camp and discover inspiring stories amidst the world’s most dire humanitarian crisis. Take action and encourage your mayor to welcome refugees families in your community: http://bit.ly/kGOnf
As the first filmmakers allowed by the United Nations to register and set-up a tent inside a refugee camp, Zach Ingrasci and Chris Temple plunge into the heart of the world's most pressing humanitarian crisis. Salam Neighbor uncovers the inspiring stories of individuals rallying against all odds to rebuild their lives, to fight to keep their families together and to choose peace over violence at any cost.
Salam Neighbor was directed and produced by Chris Temple and Zach Ingrasci. Mohab Khattab and Salam Darwaza of 1001 MEDIA also served as producers. Austin Hearst, Bryn Mooser, Jeff Klein, Jonathan Bing, and Michael...
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- Trying to Escape the Coast Guard ('The Operatives' Season Finale Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- In a daring mission, The Operatives target alleged illegal foreign fishing vessels in the South China Sea. But foreigners aren't welcome in the South China Sea's disputed territory, and tensions rise as Pete and his team encounter a Chinese military ship in a last ditch effort to get support for their mission.
ABOUT THE OPERATIVES
We are fortunate to have an amazing amount of wildlife on this planet. But illegal trading and poaching have dramatically reduced the survival of these magnificent creatures. Enter the Operatives.
When famed eco-warrior Pete Bethune (Whale Wars) witnessed these atrocities, he took a stand and began assembling a group of highly trained, skilled, and motivated military elite with one mission: to expose suspected criminals who are endangering our wildlife and our environment. The Operatives are now embarking on bolder and more dangerous missions in Asia, with a brand-new team tackling numerous threats to wildlife.
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- Truth and Power - About The Issue: Activist Surveillance (#BlackLivesMatter)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Airing on Pivot, Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. In Episode 1 regarding #BlackLivesMatter, experts and social activists discuss the rise of surveillance on protest activities. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from c...
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- What You Should Know About Pivot
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Pivot is a network where what you watch does make a difference. With award-winning orginal programming, groundbreaking documentaries and exceptional films, you won't just be entertained – you’ll be inspired to become a part of the story. When you watch Pivot, we’ll give you the opportunity to take action on the issues raised in our content right from your screen or during the next commercial break.
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- Truth and Power - "Corruption" Trailer - Fridays at 10
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Airing Fridays at 10 p.m. ET / PT on Pivot, Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons, to governments usi...
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- Truth and Power - "Surveillance" Trailer - Fridays at 10
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Airing Fridays at 10 p.m. ET / PT on Pivot, Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actress Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons, to governments u...
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- Truth and Power - "Protest" Trailer - Fridays at 10
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Airing Fridays at 10 p.m. ET / PT on Pivot, Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for dangerous private prisons, to governments usin...
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- 'Please Like Me' Breaks the Stigma on Mental Illness
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- If we’ve learned anything from Please Like Me, it’s that everything is awkward — but mental health shouldn’t be. Inspired by the series’ authentic take on mental illness, and continuing our mission to spark conversation and inspire change, we’ve teamed up with leading NGOs on Say Something: a campaign that empowers viewers to change the perception of mental health in their homes, on college campuses, and in their communities.
For more 'Please Like Me' shenanigans, visit our Tumblr! http://www.pleaselikeme.com.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Life in your 20s can be undeniably hard. You could be helping to support your bipolar mother, dealing with a father in a midlife crisis, and taking care of your new baby sister—all at once. Maybe you’re attempting to win your boyfriend’s heart, one hopeless vegetarian meal at a time. Throughout the whole process, maybe the most terrifying conclusion you’ve come to is that you might just be the most togeth...
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- Stand Up For Justice - Overview
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Starting January 18, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, until February 20, World Day of Social Justice, Pivot will explore themes of social justice, inequality, and political conflict in our society through films and original shows such as Crash, Philadelphia, The Internet's Own Boy, and more.
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- A Large and Illegal Catch ('The Operatives' Season Finale Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Pete Bethune makes a devastating discovery when he convinces an illegal shipping boat captain to let him have a look at his catch.
ABOUT THE OPERATIVES
We are fortunate to have an amazing amount of wildlife on this planet. But illegal trading and poaching have dramatically reduced the survival of these magnificent creatures. Enter the Operatives.
When famed eco-warrior Pete Bethune (Whale Wars) witnessed these atrocities, he took a stand and began assembling a group of highly trained, skilled, and motivated military elite with one mission: to expose suspected criminals who are endangering our wildlife and our environment. The Operatives are now embarking on bolder and more dangerous missions in Asia, with a brand-new team tackling numerous threats to wildlife.
Nature’s first line of defense is back. Watch all-new episodes of The Operatives on Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT, only on Pivot.
The Operatives fight for...
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- Trying to Escape the Coast Guard ('The Operatives' Season 2 Finale Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- In a daring mission, The Operatives target alleged illegal foreign fishing vessels in the South China Sea. But foreigners aren't welcome in the South China Sea's disputed territory, and tensions rise as Pete and his team encounter a Chinese military ship in a last ditch effort to get support for their mission.
ABOUT THE OPERATIVES
We are fortunate to have an amazing amount of wildlife on this planet. But illegal trading and poaching have dramatically reduced the survival of these magnificent creatures. Enter the Operatives.
When famed eco-warrior Pete Bethune (Whale Wars) witnessed these atrocities, he took a stand and began assembling a group of highly trained, skilled, and motivated military elite with one mission: to expose suspected criminals who are endangering our wildlife and our environment. The Operatives are now embarking on bolder and more dangerous missions in Asia, with a brand-new team tackling numerous threats to wildlife.
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- Truth and Power - Official Pivot Trailer - Investigative Documentary Series
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Participant Media's new investigative documentary series 'Truth and Power' tells the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to uncover breaches of public trust by governments and private institutions. Learn more at http://bit.ly/TruthAndPowerPivot. Watch all-new episodes of Truth and Power on Fridays at 10 p.m. ET / PT on Pivot.
ABOUT THE SHOW
What happens when private institutions and governments break the public trust? Participant Media’s new investigative documentary series, Truth and Power, executive produced by award-winning filmmaker Brian Knappenberger (The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz) and narrated by Oscar-nominated actor Maggie Gyllenhaal, explores that question while separating fact from misinformation.
The 10-part series highlights the stories of ordinary people going to extraordinary lengths to expose large-scale injustice: from corporations receiving lucrative government contracts for danger...
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- Salam Neighbor - Official Pivot Trailer - Syrian Refugee Documentary
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Premiering January 20, 2016 at 7 p.m. ET on Pivot, 'Salam Neighbor' follows two American filmmakers as they head to the edge of war, just seven miles from the Syrian border, to live among 85,000 uprooted refugees in Jordan's Za'atari camp. Take action to help refugees at http://www.pivot.tv/justice.
As the first filmmakers allowed by the United Nations to register and set-up a tent inside a refugee camp, Zach Ingrasci and Chris Temple plunge into the heart of the world's most pressing humanitarian crisis. Salam Neighbor uncovers the inspiring stories of individuals rallying against all odds to rebuild their lives, to fight to keep their families together and to choose peace over violence at any cost.
Salam Neighbor was directed and produced by Chris Temple and Zach Ingrasci. Mohab Khattab and Salam Darwaza of 1001 MEDIA also served as producers. Austin Hearst, Bryn Mooser, Jeff Klein, Jonathan Bing, and Michael Lang serve as executive producers.
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- This Is Exile: Diaries of Child Refugees - Official Pivot Trailer - Syrian Refugee Documentary
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Premiering on January 27, 2016 at 7 p.m. ET, This is Exile: Diaries of Child Refugees paints an intimate portrait of child refugees forced to flee the violence of Syria’s civil war. Watch other docs and take action to help refugees at http://www.pivot.tv/justice.
More than half of Syria’s refugees are children and have intimately experienced the brutality and painful insecurity of war. Narrated entirely by the Syrian children themselves, This is Exile plunges audiences into the heartbreaking lives of these young individuals. From Emmy®-award winning director Mani Y. Benchelah and produced by Make Productions in partnership with Save the Children. Sian Kevill and Sarah McDonald serve as executive producers for MAKE Productions.
'This is Exile: Diaries of Child Refugees' is part of 'Stand Up For Justice,' a month-long initiative on Pivot that will feature other socially-conscious films such as Crash, Philadelphia, Amistad, The Internet's Own Boy, and more...
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- The Game Trail ('The Operatives': Season 2, Episode 9 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Pete Bethune and his team set up cameras on an elusive island in hopes of capturing evidence of a wild Tiger population that lives there. 'The Operatives' moves to a new time at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, only on Pivot.
ABOUT THE OPERATIVES
We are fortunate to have an amazing amount of wildlife on this planet. But illegal trading and poaching have dramatically reduced the survival of these magnificent creatures. Enter the Operatives.
When famed eco-warrior Pete Bethune (Whale Wars) witnessed these atrocities, he took a stand and began assembling a group of highly trained, skilled, and motivated military elite with one mission: to expose suspected criminals who are endangering our wildlife and our environment. The Operatives are now embarking on bolder and more dangerous missions in Asia, with a brand-new team tackling numerous threats to wildlife.
Nature’s first line of defense is back. Watch all-new episodes of The Operatives on S...
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- Searching for the Illusive Tiger ('The Operatives' Season 2 Episode 9 Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Nicola experiences a rare encounter when she comes across a wild Tiger on Safari in Bengal. 'The Operatives' moves to a new time at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT, only on Pivot.
ABOUT THE OPERATIVES
We are fortunate to have an amazing amount of wildlife on this planet. But illegal trading and poaching have dramatically reduced the survival of these magnificent creatures. Enter the Operatives.
When famed eco-warrior Pete Bethune (Whale Wars) witnessed these atrocities, he took a stand and began assembling a group of highly trained, skilled, and motivated military elite with one mission: to expose suspected criminals who are endangering our wildlife and our environment. The Operatives are now embarking on bolder and more dangerous missions in Asia, with a brand-new team tackling numerous threats to wildlife.
Nature’s first line of defense is back. Watch all-new episodes of The Operatives on Sundays at 8 p.m. ET/ 5 p.m. PT, only on Pivot.<...
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- The Operatives - One Step Closer to Ending Seal Clubbing
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
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- Gravy's Like the Heart of a Guide Dog ('Please Like Me': Season 3 Finale Clip)
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Josh's redeeming qualities as a significant other is the topic of conversation over Christmas lunch in the Season 3 Finale of 'Please Like Me.'
For more 'Please Like Me' shenanigans, visit our Tumblr! http://www.pleaselikeme.com.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Life in your 20s can be undeniably hard. You could be helping to support your bipolar mother, dealing with a father in a midlife crisis, and taking care of your new baby sister—all at once. Maybe you’re attempting to win your boyfriend’s heart, one hopeless vegetarian meal at a time. Throughout the whole process, maybe the most terrifying conclusion you’ve come to is that you might just be the most together person you know. That’s what life is like for Josh in the critically acclaimed Please Like Me, a comedy that soothes the existential unrest of the under-30 crowd. As Josh and his friends muddle through life, sex gets complicated, relationships wax and wane, friends struggle to see eye to eye...
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- Behind the Scenes: 'Please Like Me' Does Christmas
- Date posted
- 8 years ago
- Description
- Family and friends make the holidays bright...and awkward. While filming Part 2 of the Season 3 finale, the cast of Please Like Me share their uncomfortable holiday stories in this behind-the-scenes clip. For more 'Please Like Me' shenanigans, visit our Tumblr! http://www.pleaselikeme.com.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Life in your 20s can be undeniably hard. You could be helping to support your bipolar mother, dealing with a father in a midlife crisis, and taking care of your new baby sister—all at once. Maybe you’re attempting to win your boyfriend’s heart, one hopeless vegetarian meal at a time. Throughout the whole process, maybe the most terrifying conclusion you’ve come to is that you might just be the most together person you know. That’s what life is like for Josh in the critically acclaimed Please Like Me, a comedy that soothes the existential unrest of the under-30 crowd. As Josh and his friends muddle through life, sex gets complicated, relationships ...
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- Champagne and Trifle ('Please Like Me' Season 3 Finale Promo)
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
- Description
- Josh, Tom, Claire, Ella and Arnold find themselves stuck in the cabin of a giant observation wheel with only jealousy, tension, secrets and champagne to keep them company. Then........
Tis the season! Christmas orphans Tom, Arnold, Ella, Claire and Hannah join Josh’s family for a festive lunch. However, warm punch and a vomiting John set the tone for the potentially the most uncomfortable Christmas of these characters lives.
ABOUT THE SHOW
Life in your 20s can be undeniably hard. You could be helping to support your bipolar mother, dealing with a father in a midlife crisis, and taking care of your new baby sister—all at once. Maybe you’re attempting to win your boyfriend’s heart, one hopeless vegetarian meal at a time. Throughout the whole process, maybe the most terrifying conclusion you’ve come to is that you might just be the most together person you know. That’s what life is like for Josh in the critically acclaimed Please Like ...
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- Worms Love Babies ('Please Like Me': Season 3, Episode 8 Clip)
- Date posted
- 9 years ago
- Description
- After discovering he has Chlamydia, Tom enlists Josh to stage a worm infestation so he can treat Ella without her finding out. But the white lie leads to more complications than expected. Want even more Please Like Me? Visit our tumblr at http://www.pleaselikeme.com for GIFs, videos, memes, and more!
ABOUT THE SHOW
Life in your 20s can be undeniably hard. You could be helping to support your bipolar mother, dealing with a father in a midlife crisis, and taking care of your new baby sister—all at once. Maybe you’re attempting to win your boyfriend’s heart, one hopeless vegetarian meal at a time. Throughout the whole process, maybe the most terrifying conclusion you’ve come to is that you might just be the most together person you know. That’s what life is like for Josh in the critically acclaimed Please Like Me, a comedy that soothes the existential unrest of the under-30 crowd. As Josh and his friends muddle through life, sex gets complicated, rela...