The World According to Jeff Goldblum

Jeff Goldblum sets out to investigate the high-stakes, multi-billion-dollar SNEAKERS industry. Jeff's journey spans the basketball court to the boardroom as he sets out to explore what was once simple foot protection and has now transformed into an expansive, fascinating phenomenon. He witnesses everything from deals being made at the country's largest sneaker convention, to the high-tech Adidas' labs to a game of celebrity street ball. Nobody is a bigger "sneakerhead" than custom sneaker-maker Dominic Ciambrone, also known as "The Shoe Surgeon," and as Goldblum awaits his designer shoes, he discovers just how powerful anticipation can be, especially when he meets YouTube ‘unboxing' superstar Jacques Slade. Some flashing lights sequences or patterns may affect photosensitive viewers.

Jeff Goldblum takes his taste buds on a delectable trip to learn everything there is to know about ICE CREAM. Witnessing firsthand the joy of this indulgent treat, he begins by helping a family fleet of ice-cream trucks at the Las Vegas Rockabilly Festival before meeting two Vermont ice-cream legends in the flesh. Jeff also delves into ICE CREAM's long-lasting history as he straps on his hiking boots and heads into the wilderness with another ice-cream innovator to forage some rather unexpected ingredients. When Jeff is invited to an ice-cream social aboard a U.S. Navy aircraft carrier, he discovers a deeper connection between humans and the food we love, especially the power of nostalgia. Some flashing lights sequences or patterns may affect photosensitive viewers.

Jeff Goldblum gets under the skin of the TATTOO community and discovers a world of passionate artists and eccentric personalities at one of the largest tattoo conventions in the country. He then jets off to Hawaii to meet a tattoo master who singlehandedly saved an ancient tradition. Tattoos have a rich cultural history, but they also have thrilling potential future applications, which Jeff learns when visiting a research lab that makes ‘smart tattoos' that monitor your UV levels, blood sugar and much more. Jeff is eager to put his newly acquired knowledge to the test when he arrives in secret to a prestigious event inaugurated at a Pittsburgh tattoo parlor 15 years ago: "JEFF GOLDBLUM DAY." Dozens of adoring fans are here to get tattoos of Jeff and his movies, and they can't believe their luck when they see their idol in the flesh. Jeff even takes up the needle himself, making a mark that one lucky fan will cherish forever.

Jeff Goldblum slips into the tight-fitting world of DENIM to explore its transformation from a workman's uniform to an empowering statement of identity. He adventures down abandoned mine shafts with "Indiana Jeans;" seeks out vintage denim at America's biggest flea market; and joins Texan denim-clad line dancers all while he uncovers the fascinating history of the garment that took over the world.

Jeff Goldblum embarks on a mouth-watering tour of all things BBQ and discovers a whole new subculture and language behind this primordial culinary tradition. He joins the BBQ Pit Boys for a Connecticut cookout and visits a cutting-edge farm facility to learn about an unusual meat alternative –insects! Jeff then puts his new skills to the test as his grills up a July 4th feast.

Jeff Goldblum plugs in to the world of GAMING as he discovers that video games are far more than a mindless past time. From the high-octane world of e-sports to game-design sound engineering and Live Action Role Roleplay (LARP), Jeff witnesses how gaming can be a vehicle for empathy, cooperation and confidence building, which has an impact far beyond the virtual sphere.

Jeff Goldblum pedals through the world of BIKES as he investigates this transportation transformation and the future of mobility. From witnessing jaw-dropping stunts of BMX riders to visiting the cutting-edge facilities of Specialized Bikes, Jeff investigates how this old mode of transport is heading in new directions. He commits himself to discover what bikes truly mean to their owners.

Jeff Goldblum rolls into the RV capital of the world to investigate the unique mode of transport and the lifestyle that goes with it. He witnesses the RV Summer Super Show; tours an RV manufacturing factory; and rides with a family who has chosen to live permanently on the road. Through it all, he ponders the conflict between our need for stability and desire to roam free.

Jeff Goldblum is buzzed about COFFEE as he learns the secrets behind its popularity and ubiquity. From driving cattle on the Texan plains to enjoying a late-night cup of Joe and meeting the brains behind ‘Latte Art,' Jeff delves into a drink that's becoming both an art and a science, while he also plays a crucial role in facilitating social interaction.

Jeff Goldblum faces the truth about COSMETICS and discovers that it is a vehicle for both embracing who you are or becoming someone else entirely. From taking a crash course on all things cosmetic and learning the spiritual meaning behind Native American face designs to getting groovy at a drag-queen show, Jeff gets to the root of why the world is crazy for COSMETICS.

From the unbridled joy experienced at an LA water park to a flotation-tank aquatherapy center, Jeff experiences firsthand the unique qualities of water and our primordial relationship to it. POOLS help us discover our inner child and can make us feel happier and more connected. From NASA's neutral-buoyancy lab (where underwater conditions closely simulate zero gravity) to the stunning synchronized swim routines of the ladies comprising the Orange County Aquadettes, POOLS elevate our minds, bodies and spirits. Some flashing lights sequences or patterns may affect photosensitive viewers.

From the jewelry masters crafting custom gold-and-diamond-encrusted Grillz for wealthy celebrity clients to the extravagance and glittery joy of an Indian wedding, Jeff sees that our love for all that shines is ubiquitous across countries and cultures around the world. But why is it that we value these things – is it their rarity, what they symbolize, or a more primordial attraction within our brains to shiny things? Jeff discovers all this and more as he visits the headquarters of Diamond Foundry, where they can grow chemically perfect diamonds entirely in a laboratory. Jeff also gets swept up in a New Orleans street parade where JEWELRY is the name of the game. Some flashing lights sequences or patterns may affect photosensitive viewers.