I think if you look at the failure of journalism in the modern age, then I don't want to be called a journalist.
Shane SmithI'm addicted to when people are bringing you around their country, telling you their stories. They become so enthusiastic, so passionate.
Shane SmithYou have to make those mistakes. You have to do the work. You have to fail. I also realized that I should practice what I preach, which is that if you only do get one kick at the can . . . When you go to places like Africa or Asia or the Indian sub-continent, you realize that a lot of the people there don't ever get a kick at the can. There are no "kicks" at the can - you just don't have that shot.
Shane SmithPeople think because 'Vice' is irreverent and because we're crazy, we're stunt journalists. You know what? I don't actually care.
Shane Smith