HELL OF A RIDE
An immersive expedition across Latin America. Buckle up—this is one hell of a ride. A high-octane adventure travel series spanning the wild, the beautiful, and the untamed corners of Latin America.
Adventure That Actually Means Something.
Hell of a Ride is an unscripted, 8×45’ travel-adventure series following three friends on an extraordinary expedition across Latin America. Blending extreme sports, raw humor, cultural immersion, and cinematic storytelling, the series reinvents what a modern travel documentary can be.
Part exploration, part chaos, part heartfelt discovery—the show fuses the chemistry of a Top Gear-style trio with the depth of Anthony Bourdain and the unpredictable energy of real, unfiltered adventure.
Each episode dives into remote landscapes, Indigenous wisdom, fierce challenges, and the untold stories inside one of the world’s most diverse regions. At its core, Hell of a Ride is a celebration of friendship, curiosity, and the human spirit.
Culture. Adrenaline. Brotherhood. One unforgettable ride.
A high-octane adventure travel series spanning the wild, the beautiful, and the untamed corners of Latin America.
Real Brothers. Real Banter. Real Stakes.
Real Chemistry
Two hosts—each with expertise spanning geopolitics, culture, food, nightlife, and environmental biology—bring a dynamic blend of humor, insight, and constant competition.
Adventure With Substance
From cliff dives to jungle expeditions, the series pairs adrenaline with meaningful conversations about history, ecology, identity, and the realities of life throughout the region.
Unfiltered, Cinematic Storytelling
Shot in 4K using drones, action cams, and immersive POV gear, the show delivers premium visuals while staying raw, spontaneous, and real.
A Series Built to Scale Globally
Season 1 explores Latin America, with future seasons expanding into Africa, Asia, and beyond.
The Journey - Season One
Season One traverses some of the most stunning and challenging landscapes on Earth:
Panama — The Darién frontier, Afro-Caribbean heritage, tropical coasts
Colombia — Caribbean adventures, jungle treks, food & nightlife
Ecuador — Volcano routes, Andean traditions, biodiversity capitals
Peru — Amazon expeditions, Indigenous knowledge, surf culture, mountain passes
Brasil — Wildlife encounters, world-class surf, carnival energy
Each location brings its own trials, characters, and revelations—building toward a larger narrative of discovery, camaraderie, and transformation.
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Alejandro B. Torres-Calderón
Journalist. Communicator. Lifelong explorer.
Alejandro is the intellectual engine of Hell of a Ride—a storyteller with deep roots across Latin America and an unshakable curiosity for how the world works. With expertise spanning geopolitics, history, anthropology, and regional culture, he brings a rare ability to translate complex realities into captivating, human-centered narratives.
Whether he’s navigating remote communities, decoding centuries of cultural evolution, or challenging his co-hosts to see beyond the surface, Alejandro grounds the chaos of the road with insight, context, and reflection. His presence elevates every destination from a backdrop into a living story—one shaped by identity, struggle, resilience, and the beauty of everyday life.
Equal parts philosopher and adventurer, Alejandro is the voice that helps viewers understand not just where the journey goes, but why it matters.
Michael R. Fidel
Michael is the heart, spark, and comedic wildfire of the series—an Ohio-born adventurer driven by an instinct for connection and a radar for unforgettable experiences. With a deep love for food, nightlife, local energy, and the unscripted moments that unfold between strangers, he brings raw charisma and unpredictable momentum everywhere he goes.
If there’s a shortcut, a side quest, a questionable idea, or a chance to party with the locals, Michael will find it—and drag the crew with him. His curiosity often leads to profound encounters… or total disaster. Usually both. And that’s the magic.
Michael’s ability to break barriers, make friends instantly, and turn misadventures into gold makes him the perfect counterweight to Alejandro’s analytical mind. Together, they create a dynamic that is chaotic, heartfelt, and impossible to script.
He isn’t just along for the ride—he’s the reason it becomes a story worth telling.
