Mike travels to Southern California to manage wildlife, including skunks and other troublesome creatures, as an animal control specialist.

Mike found work at a cricket farm in Augusta, Georgia, a venture that would eventually lead him to the sun-baked landscapes of California. There, he became a camel rancher at the Oasis Camel Dairy in Ramona.

In the bustling streets of Miami, Mike embarks on a quest for feral chickens.

Mike traveled to Michigan to report for duty with the twelfth maintenance crew.

In Moss Landing, California, Mike fashions sturdy concrete countertops and inviting fire pits. Afterward, he reflects on a job that stands out in his memory for its sheer danger.

In Michigan, Mike toured a plant where the processed remains of animals were rendered into a dark, almost black substance. Afterward, he recounted tales of five of the most unpleasant jobs he had ever undertaken.

Mike often thought back to the jobs that demanded he squeeze into confined areas. He remembered, for instance, the time he spent cleaning the interior of a buoy, the expedition into a forgotten mine, and the insulation work he performed ben…

As a period of inactivity draws near, Mike strives to find work for the "Dirty Jobs" team, and considers the impact of their endeavors.

This episode takes a reflective turn, revisiting moments from the past as Mike shares hard-earned advice on navigating the job market.

Mike journeyed to a Texas ranch, a place dedicated to the breeding of unusual creatures: sloths, lemurs, camels, and bearcats among them.

In Texas, Mike navigates a perilous game of cat and mouse, deftly evading a relentless pack of bloodhounds while maintaining the charade of a wanted man. He also confronts the ecological challenges of the Florida Everglades, battling aggres…

Mike contributes to the efforts of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, working to control the sea lamprey population, a persistent threat to the Great Lakes fishing industry. He also prepares meat gel for the fish kept in the shark reef aqu…

In De Kalb, Mississippi, Mike found himself at a venerable corn mill, a relic of a bygone era. He also lent a hand in relocating a pair of exotic deer to Wills Point, Texas.

In Lucedale, Mississippi, Mike gained practical knowledge in the installation of a lightning rod on a residential property.

Mike discovered the process of transforming fleece into yarn, and later, indulged in a day of pampering where a friend had his hair gently waxed.

In Fremont, California, Mike made a stop at a bowling center. There, at the suggestion of an admirer, he directed the camera operator into the spotlight.

Mike spent the day in a forensic entomology lab, assisting with the examination of pig carcasses for the presence of maggots and other insects.

Mike traveled to Kentucky to study the nutritional needs of racehorses. This work required gathering the horse’s vital statistics through samples of its blood, manure, and urine. Fortunately, a plentiful swarm of flies provided ample distra…

Mike collaborates with a falconer, their efforts directed toward deterring birds. Afterward, he processes a cow, beginning at the hooves and continuing until he yields cuts of meat suitable for steaks.

Mike Rowe presents a collection of previously unseen footage, showcasing peculiar, offbeat, and often whimsical exchanges he's shared with a diverse cast of individuals.

Mike dedicates time to responding to correspondence from viewers and also works with date palm trees in Palm Springs, carefully pollinating the blossoms.