Underworld, Inc.
Overview
The underground economy thrives on secrecy, thriving on exploitation and corruption where morality is often disregarded. With an estimated worth of hundreds of billions in the U.S., this shadowy market offers an unsettling glimpse into a realm where virtually anything can be bought or sold. "Underworld, Inc." takes viewers on a gripping journey through the lives of suppliers, buyers, and law enforcement tasked with regulating this illicit trade. Their firsthand accounts reveal the complexities and dangers of a hidden world that influences everyday life, challenging perceptions of legality and ethics.
Episodes
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1
Ghost Guns
In their quest to evade justice, criminals often seek firearms that leave no trace. This brings us to the “ghost” gun: a flawless replica featurin...
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2
Sex for Sale
The vast, illicit global sex trade, worth billions, encompasses brothels, massage parlors, and online escort services, making it one of the oldest pro...
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3
Human Cargo
Mexican cartels control a highly profitable operation that involves trafficking undocumented migrants and extorting money from them. Countless individ...
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4
Illegal Gambling
Gambling is a favorite pastime for millions of Americans, but certain types are either limited or outright illegal, forcing enthusiasts into the shado...
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5
Knock-offs
From watches and handbags to shoes and electronics, the world of counterfeiting is vast and varied. Delve into this underground realm to witness the i...
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6
Fake Pharma
Counterfeit pharmaceuticals are flooding the internet, pharmacies, and streets. The situation is deteriorating rapidly, and the fallout is proving to ...
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Moonshine Mayhem
The black market for moonshine is thriving—offering potent, inexpensive, untaxed, and illegal spirits. However, law enforcement is intensifying effo...
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2
Car Jackers
As vehicle security improves, car thieves are becoming increasingly creative. Gangs are collaborating to steal vehicles, finding car theft more lucrat...
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3
The Organ Trade
Every day in America, 14 individuals lose their lives while awaiting a kidney transplant. At the same time, the illicit organ trade is booming, with c...
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4
The Money Laundry
Underworld Inc. traces the flow of illicit drug money from American trap houses to wholesalers and transporters, ultimately channeling billions into m...
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5
Fracking Hell
In Williston, North Dakota, the oil boom has transformed the once quiet town into a hub for thousands of blue-collar workers. However, this surge has ...
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6
Las Vegas Hustle
Criminals, from card sharks to armed robbers, flock to the bustling casinos of Las Vegas. In response, these establishments have evolved into organize...
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7
The Black Market
The episode delves into the world of theft rings that move stolen luxury merchandise from upscale stores to city buyers. It also explores the operatio...
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8
Pirates
