
Cartel violence. Kidnappings. Disappearances. The headlines don’t tell the full story. Borderland: Dispatches, an IRONCLAD Original, delivers raw, on-the-ground updates from Mexico’s cartel war. Hosted by investigative journalist Katarina Szulc, the series offers real-time snapshots of a conflict reshaping the future of both Mexico and the U.S. With rare access to traffickers, law enforcement, and... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 47 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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On today’s episode, Katarina reports from the Colombia–Venezuela border in the days following Nicolás Maduro’s capture. Joined by journalist Ioan Grillo, she documents conditions on the ground, the presence of international press, and the restriction... more
On today's episode, Katarina speaks with Ringmast4r, an American-Venezuelan ethical hacker, about the country’s digital infrastructure and citizen tracking systems, including technology developed with Chinese assistance. They discuss life in Venezuel... more
This weekend, Borderland: Dispatches host Katarina Szulc was able to connect with acclaimed cartel investigative reporter Ioan Grillo, from the border of Columbia and Venezuela, who gave an inside look at the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás M... more
Katarina looks back at some of the biggest cartel stories of the year and gives updates about the current war on drugs.
Borderland: Dispatches with Katarina Szulc is an IRONCLAD Original
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Journalism at its finest, the raw unadulterated truth is given on each and every episode.
Brave, insightful reporting!! I look forward to this show every week!
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The content focuses on the harrowing realities of cartel violence, human trafficking, and the socio-political dynamics of organized crime in Mexico. Through firsthand accounts and investigative journalism, it uncovers the complex narratives surrounding drug trafficking, including the impacts on communities, law enforcement challenges, and the victims' perspectives. Each episode presents unique, timely stories that are often overlooked in mainstream media, providing listeners with an unfiltered view of the dangerous world of cartels and their systemic influences both in Mexico and the United States. The podcast is especially notable for its in-depth reporting and the host's remarkable access to various stakeholders within this perilous lands... more
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