America's War on Drugs S01E04 - Heroin, Terrorists & Kings of Pain

Episode Overview

In the aftermath of 9/11, the rise of heroin magnates coincides with a surge in terrorist activities, transforming Afghanistan into a hub for narcotics. During this turmoil, El Chapo goes into hiding while the pharmaceutical industry emerges as a dominant force in the drug trade, as a wave of addiction to prescription medications sweeps across America.