Adam Ruins Everything

Season 1

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Iconoclastic Adam Conover from CollegeHumor turns life as we know it on its ear by showing us how unnecessary, and sometimes horrible, things we think we know to be real and true really are.

Where to Watch Season 1

26 Episodes

  • Adam Ruins Giving
    E1
    Adam Ruins GivingHost Adam Conover dispels widespread misconceptions about everything. In the series premiere, Adam tackles the secret history of diamond engagement rings and explains why you should stop giving food pantries leftover canned goods.
  • Adam Ruins Security
    E2
    Adam Ruins SecurityAdam sets his sights on security, explaining that airport security wastes too much of our time and money, medicine safety seals do nothing to protect us, and your credit card number isn't remotely secure.
  • Adam Ruins Cars
    E3
    Adam Ruins CarsAdam dives into the much-beloved auto industry exposing the surprising truths behind the car dealership monopoly, and the fact that the concept of "jaywalking" was created by auto manufacturers to blame pedestrians for car crashes.
  • Adam Ruins Forensic Science
    E4
    Adam Ruins Forensic ScienceAdam uncovers the scary truth behind unreliable methods used as evidence in criminal cases. He exposes the flaws of fingerprinting, hair strand matches and bite mark analysis - which often send innocent people to jail.
  • Adam Ruins Restaurants
    E5
    Adam Ruins RestaurantsAdam uncovers the hidden truths of dining out. He explains why tipping is a custom worth ditching, shows that experts can't tell the difference between wines, and reveals that mislabeled seafood is rampant in the industry.
  • Adam Ruins Hygiene
    E6
    Adam Ruins HygieneAdam reveals that the term "halitosis" was popularized in a 1920's ad campaign that used cruel ads to make people insecure about their breath, and explains why running water is one of the greatest miracles of modern times.
  • Adam Ruins Voting
    E7
    Adam Ruins VotingAdam explores the twisted history of the Electoral College, explaining that the Founding Fathers did not want most Americans to vote. He also takes a stab at fixing a political system that seems rigged against true democracy.
  • Adam Ruins Work
    E8
    Adam Ruins WorkAdam shows how the 40-hour work week not only exhausts employees but also harms businesses, reveals the legal mess of hiring interns and freelancers, and explores how discussing your salary with co-workers is actually a good thing.
  • Adam Ruins Summer Fun
    E9
    Adam Ruins Summer FunAdam crashes the last day of summer by revealing that extended vacation makes you dumber, and that iconic rodent Mickey Mouse has made a mess of our copyright laws. Adam also dives into the world of video games and unveils a surprising gender bias that's forever changed the way we play.
  • Adam Ruins Sex
    E10
    Adam Ruins SexThis episode explains why circumcision is common in the United States, how Herpes isn't as scary as the media makes it seem, how most people do not truly understand the hymen, and explains the worst sexual problem of all.
  • Adam Ruins Nutrition
    E11
    Adam Ruins NutritionAdam shows why vitamin supplements don't make us any healthier, that the "balanced breakfast" we've been sold is anything but, and reveals how most of the nutritional science the media reports on isn't science at all.
  • Adam Ruins Death
    E12
    Adam Ruins DeathIn a limbo setting, Adam exhibits several failed attempts at terrestrial immortality, and reveals the American funeral industry's more exploitive tactics of mourners. After his date dies in a freak accident, however, he concedes that grappling with uncertainty with death can be just as healthy as clear-cut answers.
  • Adam Ruins Hollywood
    E13
    Adam Ruins HollywoodStraight from the red carpet (and with the help of celebrity guests Rachel Bloom and Ariana Madix), Adam exposes the hidden truths behind Hollywood's glitz and glamour, from the clothes stars wear to the process behind movie ratings.
  • Adam Ruins Football
    E14
    Adam Ruins FootballAdam hits the gridiron to illustrate why the playoffs rarely determine which team is best, then he explores how hydration myths spread by sports drink companies are putting kids at risk. Adam also tackles football-caused brain injuries.
  • Adam Ruins Weddings
    E15
    Adam Ruins WeddingsEmily and Murph's wedding day is finally here - but Adam's gift of information may rain on their parade. Adam reveals how most wedding "traditions" were recently created by consumerism, and that divorce is actually a wonderful thing.
  • Adam Ruins Malls
    E16
    Adam Ruins MallsAdam illustrates that shopping centres were created as tax loopholes for greedy developers, outlet stores are a scam selling low quality merchandise, and nutrient supplements are often dangerously unregulated.
  • Adam Ruins Animals
    E17
    Adam Ruins AnimalsAdam explores how purebred dogs are genetic monsters created by bored Victorians; domestic cats are overpopulated lethal killing machines that threaten other animals; and wild animal trophy hunting can actually help endangered species.
  • Adam Ruins Immigration
    E18
    Adam Ruins ImmigrationAdam illustrates how: a border wall wouldn't keep out legal immigrants who overstay their visas, racist mass deportations have historically led to disaster, and immigration courts are a huge mess.
  • Adam Ruins Housing
    E19
    Adam Ruins HousingAdam gets evicted from his home, and while searching for a new place, he exposes the harsh realities of real estate. Plus, Adam explains why helping the homeless is a lot simpler and more straightforward than you might think.
  • Adam Ruins Drugs
    E20
    Adam Ruins DrugsAdam weeds through the misconceptions of marijuana and exposes the blunt truth about the War on Drugs - that it stemmed from a racist and political agenda. Plus, Adam illustrates why prescription pills are the true gateway drug.
  • Adam Ruins Prison
    E21
    Adam Ruins PrisonWhen Emily gets tossed in the slammer, her cellmate reveals that corporations make money off prison inmates while the system does nothing to reduce crime. Adam then sheds light on jail rehabilitation and solitary confinement.
  • Adam Ruins the Wild West
    E22
    Adam Ruins the Wild WestAdam reveals how prostitution - despite its reputation - actually helped settle the West. He then explains why the "All-American Cowboy" is a myth and that the real western hero wasn't a person; it was air conditioning.
  • Adam Ruins the Internet
    E23
    Adam Ruins the InternetWhile on a magical technological journey, Adam shows that smartphones are not the society-killers you'd think they are, American cable service providers are basically cartels, and most "free" sites are actually very costly.
  • Adam Ruins Justice
    E24
    Adam Ruins JusticeAfter getting Emily out of prison, Adam and his sister Rhea take on the justice system; shining a spotlight on the infamous McDonalds hot coffee lawsuit and the substantial problems with the jury duty system.
  • Adam Ruins Christmas
    E25
    Adam Ruins ChristmasHo ho...huh?! Adam teaches his sister that the real St. Nick story is a lot creepier than she thought, and modern Santa was created by commercialism only a century ago. Adam also reveals how gift-giving actually hurts the economy.
  • Adam Ruins Going Green
    E26
    Adam Ruins Going GreenAdam meets a young dad on a personal mission to save the world and end climate change...until Adam turns his world upside down. Find out why electric cars and green products don't make the impact you've been promised.

Cast of Season 1

  • Adam ConoverSelf / Producer
  • Emily AxfordSelf
  • River ButcherSelf
  • Tim WilkimeDirector
  • Sam ReichProducer
  • Jon CohenProducer
  • Simmy KustanowitzProducer

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