CNBC Originals

See how ten ordinary people became millionaires with their individually extraordinary ideas. Includes stories behind Burt's Bees, Super Soaker, HeadBlade, LoveSac, and 1-800-GOT-JUNK.

Award-winning correspondent David Faber examines the big business and rapid advance of technology, which allows companies to monitor our every move and record our most private personal information.

CNBC's David Faber takes viewers inside the story behind WorldCom's unprecedented fall from grace. Selected as a finalist for the Gerald Loeb Awards, "The Big Lie: The Rise and Fraud of WorldCom" reveals the charges, the lies and -- for the first time -- the man behind it all.

CNBC presents a definitive look at the life, career and impact of the most important central banker of modern times. Maria Bartiromo goes one-on-one with the former Chairman of the Federal Reserve, Alan Greenspan, revealing the challenges he faced during his 18 year career from the stock market crash in 1987 to the impact of the 9/11 tragedy.

See how the American dream became a nightmare. Americans are facing the most crushing economic crisis since the Great Depression. Emmy, Dupont, and Peabody Award-winning correspondent David Faber investigates the defining story of our time with inside accounts from key players, tracing the origins of the calamity from Main Street to Wall Street to Washington.

While it may not be traded on Wall Street any time soon, marijuana has become a booming cash crop. CNBC's Trish Regan goes behind the scenes to explore the inner workings of this secretive industry, focusing on Northern California's "Emerald Triangle," now the marijuana capital of the U.S. In this scenic pocket of America, the pot business, much of it legal under state law, now makes up as much as two-thirds of the local economy.

As the far-reaching, devastating scandal unfolds, CNBC delves into the mind of Bernie Madoff and explores how the alleged scheme worked. Who were the victims in the multi-billion dollar scam? Features reporting by CNBC’s David Faber, Charlie Gasparino, Mary Thompson, Melissa Lee and Scott Cohn.

With unprecedented access, CNBC takes you inside the $30-billion dollar cruise industry. Watch as correspondent Peter Greenberg reveals the delicate balance between profits and losses on the high seas. From safety to pricing, you'’ll see the side of Norwegian Cruise Line that you never knew existed.

For 100 years, it’s been one of the most influential schools in the world, turning out Fortune 500 CEOs, Hollywood moguls, Wall Street wizards, the current Mayor of New York and the President of the United States. But what'’s it really like to go to Harvard Business School? In this CNBC Original, correspondent Carl Quintanilla goes inside the ''West Point of Capitalism'' as it commemorates its centennial. Features interviews with GE's Jeff Immelt, JP Morgan's Jamie Dimon, Time Inc.'s Ann Moore and more.

Go behind-the-scenes at the crown jewel of horse racing, the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs, for an inside look at the multi-billion dollar industry. You'’ll see the sport’s greatest successes, biggest misses and the resulting challenges… and how even in this tough economy, Thoroughbreds are big business. Hosted by CNBC's Melissa Francis.

It's a business that’s thriving even in today's challenging economy. See how promises from the perfect abs to the Perfect Pancake keep people buying. CNBC Correspondent Darren Rovell goes inside the big business of direct response infomercials that have made the Chia Pet, Snuggie, ShamWow! and the Ginsu knife household names. Includes 30 minutes of exclusive bonus material.

Everyone knows her. A cultural and financial icon, Oprah Winfrey is one of the most influential women in America – maybe the world. She’s been named one of Time Magazine’s 100 most influential people. And the platform for her success is her self-titled talk show. Reaching 44 million people each week, a mention on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" can translate into big sales for the products Oprah recommends. How does a brand get on Oprah’s show? What is the impact? What brands have been successful? In this CNBC Original, Carl Quintanilla reveals how products reach Oprah, the people behind the brands she highlights; and just how successful she makes them. See the explosive effects of her influence and how her impact on business is worth billions. Plus, a media coach reveals the moneymaking secrets of how to get on “The Oprah Winfrey Show.”

They’re quick, helpful and maybe even a little addictive. There are more than 100,000 apps available today and they do just about everything from helping you catch a cab to balancing your budget. CNBC looks at how this cultural phenomenon has truly changed the way we live. Reported by Scott Wapner.

Tom Brokaw defined the "Greatest Generation" and now he tells the story of their children, the largest, most influential generation ever. Through the eyes of boomers themselves, including former President Bill Clinton and actor Tom Hanks, he chronicles an age that took us from hula hoops to healthcare. This landmark documentary examines the challenges ahead for a generation 78 million strong that continues to shape our world.

This family business earns up to $90 billion a year, and it's shrouded in secrecy. Until now. From the producers of American Greed, CNBC goes inside the corporate structure of the real New Jersey mob, uncovering how the Family earns money, makes investments, and eventually is brought down by the FBI. Making a killing is business for this family. Includes more than 18 minutes of free bonus material, including meeting the informants.

The numbers are devastating: $147 billion a year. Over 200 million Americans, including a third of our children are at risk. Obesity is our largest public health crisis. Go inside the race to beat obesity, where the waistline meets the bottom line. Reported by Scott Wapner.

The most famous name on Wall Street is now the subject of both professional admiration and public scorn. CNBC's David Faber explores how the history and culture of this financial powerhouse has set the stage for controversy and a fight for its reputation.