Episodes List

Ep.1 Are We Scaring Ourselves to Death?

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Ep.2 Is America Number 1?

Air Date: 1999-09-19

Is America Number 1? And if so, number 1 in what? Government? Economy? Culture? What makes a country prosperous? Democracy? The U.S. and India both have democracy, but only one is prosperous. Natural resources? Hong Kong and the U.S. are both prosperous, but only one is rich in natural resources. John Stossel argues that what makes a country prosperous is rule of law and economic freedom.

Ep.3 You Can't Say That!

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Ep.4 Love, Lust, and Marriage

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Ep.5 The Mystery of Happiness

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Ep.6 The Trouble With Lawyers

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Ep.7 Junk Science: What You Know That May Not Be So

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Ep.8 Freeloaders

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Ep.9 Greed

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Ep.10 Sex, Drugs and Consenting Adults

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Ep.11 John Stossel Goes to Washington

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Ep.12 Tampering with Nature

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Ep.13 Sick in America

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Ep.14 John Stossel's Politically Incorrect Guide to Politics

Air Date: 2008-10-17

Ep.15 Why Don't Kids Have a Voice?

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Ep.16 Stupid in America

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Ep.17 Scared Stiff: Worried in America

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Ep.18 The Age of Consent

Air Date: 2008-03-14

Ep.19 Bailouts and Bull

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Ep.20 Enough!

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Ep.21 The Blame Game: Are We a Country of Victims?

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Ep.22 You Can't Even Talk About It

Air Date: 2009-05-08

Should a business be able to pay pregnant women less? Why should taxpayers foot the bill for search and rescue operations for people who take foolish risks? If Miss California can enhance her body with implants, why can't an athlete enhance his body with steroids? Isn't it about time for America to give less money to the elderly? John Stossel takes a look at taboo subjects we can't talk about in America.

Ep.23 Myths, Lies and Downright Stupidity

Air Date: 2004-01-23

Can going out in the cold give you a cold? Is life getting worse? Can money buy happiness? You may be among the many who would answer yes to these questions. You'd be wrong. There are a lot of popularly held beliefs out there that simply aren't true. Yet the media tend to report on many of them as though they were hard facts.

Ep.24 Myths, Lies, and Nasty Behavior

Air Date: 2006-10-17

Ep.25 Mad About Oscar with Katie Couric

Air Date: 2013-02-20

Ep.26 The Unabomber

Air Date: 1998-05-04

About the case of Ted Kaczynski

Ep.27 Alex Trebek, Remembered

Air Date: 2020-11-08

The life and legacy of "Jeopardy!" host Alex Trebek, including Robin Roberts' interview with Trebek when he first revealed his cancer diagnosis, a behind-the-scenes look at "Jeopardy" and footage of Trebek's early start on television.

Ep.28 Something's Coming - West Side Story

Air Date: 2020-12-05

A step inside the new "West Side Story", from director Steven Spielberg, featuring interviews with the cast and crew, and discussions with Puerto Ricans on the role this story has had on their lives.

Ep.29 Secret Life of Diddy - A Special Edition of 20/20"

Air Date: 2024-10-09

The allegations of violence and sexual assault could send Diddy to prison for the rest of his life with wide-reaching repercussions. New reporting and new details are unveiled in the special as the allegations of his alleged criminal enterprise, involving "freak offs," drugs and sex trafficking, continue to come to light.

Ep.30 Price of Fame: The Liam Payne Story

Air Date: 2024-11-03

Ep.31 Operation Babylift: The 50-Year Journey

Air Date: 2025-05-08

The special focused on the personal stories of Vietnamese orphans who were airlifted to the US as part of Operation Babylift and their reunions with those involved in the mission 50 years later

Ep.32 The American Pope Leo XIV

Air Date: 2025-05-09

Ep.33 The Verdict

Air Date: 2025-06-18

KAREN READ: THE VERDICT' FEATURES ALL-NEW DETAILS AND EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS REGARDING THE CASE AGAINST THE WOMAN AT THE CENTER OF ONE OF THE MOST-TALKED-ABOUT TRIALS, MOMENTS AFTER A VERDICT IS REACHED IN HER SECOND TRIAL ABC News Chief National Correspondent Matt Gutman Reports on the Fierce Debate Surrounding the Tragic Death of Boston Police Officer John O'Keefe When He Is Found Outside During an Epic Boston Blizzard

Ep.34 Robert Redford: The Life & Legacy of an American Icon -- Special Edition of 20/20

Air Date: 2025-09-18

A spotlight on Robert Redford's life and career reveals details about the actor and Oscar-winning filmmaker's legacy and most beloved films.

Ep.35 The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland

Air Date: 2025-09-21

Commemorate seven decades of the magic, joy and innovation of one of the most beloved theme parks in the world when the special event "The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland – Special Edition of 20/20," "The Happiest Story on Earth: 70 Years of Disneyland" pulls back the curtain to reveal the magic behind Walt Disney's dream, with enchanting stories sure to surprise and delight even the most devoted fans.

Ep.36 Michelle Obama: The Style, The Power, The Look - A Conversation with Robin Roberts

Air Date: 2025-11-02

Obama shares the important role and at times complex role fashion has played in her life, from designing her own prom dress at a young age to navigating living in the spotlight as the first Black first lady of the United States and helping define who she is today. A passionate supporter of future generations and education, Obama surprises past and present students who are working to make their own marks on fashion. The special also features interviews with Obama's longtime stylist Meredith Koop, her makeup artist Carl Ray, and hairstylists Yene Damtew and Njeri Radway, along with top designers Diane von Furstenberg, Jason Wu, Tracy Reese and Narciso Rodriquez and fashion commentators.

Ep.37 The Golden Girls: 40 Years of Laughter and Friendship

Air Date: 2025-11-11

A behind-the-scenes look at the beloved sitcom's enduring impact on TV and culture, including interviews with superfans Sheryl Lee Ralph, Kelly Ripa, Laverne Cox and former guest star Mario Lopez