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The Best Episodes of The New York Times Presents Season 2

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Every episode of The New York Times Presents Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The New York Times Presents Season 2!

The Best Episodes of The New York Times Presents Season 2

A series of standalone documentaries powered by the unparalleled journalism and insight of The New York Times, bringing viewers close to the essential stories of...

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  1. Background image for Elon Musk's Crash Course
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    #1 - Elon Musk's Crash Course

    S2:E1

    Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has claimed since 2015 that, for Tesla, technology for self-driving cars is a "solved problem," and made outlandish claims about Autopilot capabilities. But a New York Times investigation reveals the quixotic nature of Musk's pursuit of self-driving technology, and the tragic results.

    Director:Emma Schwartz
    Writer:Unknown
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  2. Background image for Superspreader
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #2 - Superspreader

    S2:E2

    Are you hesitant to get a Covid vaccine? This doctor opposes them. If you agree, he has some pet supplies he wants to sell you. Meet Dr. Mercola, perhaps the most influential spreader of Covid vaccine misinformation online.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown
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  3. Background image for Sin Eater: The Crimes of Anthony Pellicano (1)
    7.0/10(1 votes)

    #3 - Sin Eater: The Crimes of Anthony Pellicano (1)

    S2:E3

    Part 1 of this two-part series on Hollywood’s dirtiest P.I. uses never-before-heard recordings to reveal the extraordinary methods Anthony Pellicano employed to hide the sins of celebrities and their lawyers when they thought no one was looking.

    Director:John Pappas
    Writer:Unknown
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  4. Background image for Sin Eater: The Crimes of Anthony Pellicano (2)
    8.0/10(1 votes)

    #4 - Sin Eater: The Crimes of Anthony Pellicano (2)

    S2:E4

    In Part 2 of this two-part series on Hollywood’s dirtiest P.I. Anthony Pellicano is out of prison – and he’s talking. Previously unseen evidence raises questions about why so few Hollywood stars faced consequences when Pellicano was exposed.

    Director:John Pappas
    Writer:Unknown
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  5. Background image for The Legacy of J Dilla
    5.0/10(1 votes)

    #5 - The Legacy of J Dilla

    S2:E5

    In his short lifetime, J Dilla was a musician, producer and visionary who profoundly influenced rap and hip-hop. Given how prolific he was in his 32 years, why didn’t his accolades come sooner?

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Elon Musk's Crash Course" is the best rated episode of "The New York Times Presents" season 2. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Emma Schwartz and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/20/2022. This episode is rated 8.0 points higher than the second-best, "Superspreader".