About this season
Exploring the shocking intersection of crime and social media; from deepfake creators to criminal streamers, new technologies are amplifying anti-social behavior and disrupting traditional investigative techniques like never before.
Episodes (6)
1. Incels
Aired 27 March 2019 • 10 min
In incel subculture, which thrives on message boards and the dark web, lonely men feel unwanted by women--and sometimes lash out with extreme violence.
2. Deepfakes
Aired 27 March 2019 • 10 min
The future of fake news is being shaped by deepfake technology, which allows faces to be swapped in videos. How is this dangerous propaganda tool and social media phenomenon being addressed?
3. The Dark Web
Aired 27 March 2019 • 10 min
The dark web was developed by the U.S. military to communicate anonymously over the internet. Drug dealers, hit men and scammers now thrive in this wild West corner of the web.
4. Livestream Crimes
Aired 27 March 2019 • 10 min
From sexual assault to murder, the phenomenon of people live-streaming crimes is rapidly growing. How are these disturbing streams disrupting traditional investigative techniques?
5. Web Sleuths
Aired 27 March 2019 • 10 min
Using the power of the internet, web sleuths can help or hinder cases. After the death of Kenneka Jenkins, misinformation was spread over social media – but web sleuths have solved some cases.
6. Hip Hop Beefs
Aired 27 March 2019 • 10 min
When social media views and likes help fuel hip-hop fame, controversial behavior can be rewarded.