Gordon Ramsay on Cocaine Season 1 Episode 2 Deals, Traffic, Murders
- May 3, 2021
- 46 min
In Gordon Ramsay on Cocaine season 1 episode 2, titled "Deals, Traffic, Murders," Chef Ramsay continues his investigation into the global cocaine trade. He travels to Jalisco, Mexico, a region notorious for drug trafficking, to meet with a former cocaine smuggler named Ramiro. Ramiro explains the intricacies of cocaine production and distribution in the region, including the role of corruption in protecting drug lords.
Next, Ramsay heads to Bogota, Colombia, where he speaks with a former police officer who specialized in intercepting drug shipments. The officer explains the dangers of this line of work, particularly in a city with a high murder rate. Ramsay then meets with a cocaine farmer who describes the challenges of subsistence farming in a region where drug cartels have a stranglehold on the market.
The episode also includes interviews with drug addiction counselors and recovering addicts, highlighting the devastating impact of the cocaine trade on individuals and communities. Finally, Ramsay visits a drug rehabilitation center in England, where he speaks with patients who are working to overcome their addictions.
Despite the heavy subject matter, Ramsay brings his trademark energy and passion to the episode, challenging misconceptions and urging viewers to recognize the human cost of drug addiction. The episode is an eye-opening exploration of a complex and often hidden industry, and a reminder of the need for action to combat drug trafficking and addiction around the world.