Ewout:
Ewout Genemans dives into various social arenas and walks along with those involved. He discovers the dark side of the paradise island of Curaçao and is interned at a juvenile detention center in the Netherlands. He also follows girls who, under pressure from social media, have plastic surgery performed in Turkey. And that can involve major risks.
Episodes
Faith healers are becoming increasingly popular in the Netherlands. Ewout travels to the birthplace of this phenomenon to investigate why they are growing in popularity. He attends a service of the greatest faith healer, a self-proclaimed apostle who claims to be able to cure all ailments, including homosexuality. How much faith do you need to have in the miracles of these faith healers?
Ewout explores the world of people striving for a significant extension of their lifespan. He speaks with individuals who believe that, thanks to technological advancements, they can reach the age of 180. Additionally, he visits a company where the bodies of the wealthy and famous deceased are frozen, in the hope that they can be brought back to life in the future. In doing so, Ewout poses the question: is this truly desirable?
Ewout accompanies the police on patrols in one of the world's most dangerous neighborhoods: the Manenberg township in Cape Town. In an environment plagued by widespread drug abuse and violent gang conflicts, he observes firsthand how officers carry out their duties. Confrontation with this harsh reality raises the question of whether their efforts are truly effective in a community where violence is deeply rooted.
In the United States, prostitution is illegal in virtually all states, with a few exceptions. Ewout spends three days at Nevada's most notorious brothel to gain an accurate picture of the day-to-day operations. He delves into the consequences of illegal prostitution in Las Vegas and investigates whether sex workers in legal brothels actually enjoy better working conditions and protection.
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Ewout delves into the dark side of the Hollywood dream. Thousands of actors dream of a big break in the film capital, yet few succeed. For the lucky few who do make it in Tinseltown, a nightmare begins: ruthless paparazzi. Ewout shadows Hollywood’s most brazen gossip photographers.
In Thailand, a popular holiday destination, Dutch tourists frequently fall victim to various forms of crime. Journalist Ewout joins Thai police teams determined to tackle this issue. He witnesses large scale operations that dismantle criminal gangs and goes undercover to conduct an in depth investigation into the various scams holidaymakers may encounter. His reporting offers a compelling behind the scenes look at the fight against crime in a country known for its hospitality and beauty, but where tourists must also remain vigilant.
