
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 | Twice weekly | Episodes | 37 | Founded | 6 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||

On today’s episode, DEA legend Steve Murphy — the man who hunted Pablo Escobar — sits down with Katarina to break down the U.S. Navy’s deadly strikes on cartel drug boats.
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On today’s episode, Katarina discusses the deadly U.S. boat strike in the Pacific Ocean that killed 14 suspected cartel smugglers. The operation marks a sharp escalation in America’s maritime campaign against drug trafficking — one that started with ... more
On today’s episode, Katarina breaks down a Reuters report on how Mexican cartels used a “dark fleet” of tankers to traffic billions in stolen fuel — uncovering corruption from Mexico’s ports all the way to U.S. companies.
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On today’s episode, Katarina breaks down recent U.S. operations in Venezuela, including CIA-authorized strikes on narcotraffickers and paramilitary networks aligned with Nicolás Maduro, which have resulted in 27 reported deaths. She examines the lack... more
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Focusing on the ongoing cartel war in Mexico, this series provides gripping and unfiltered accounts from the frontline of drug-related violence and crime. Through the eyes of investigative journalist Katarina Szulc, listeners gain insight into the stark realities surrounding kidnappings, disappearances, and drug trafficking—as well as the socio-economic conditions that fuel such violence. Episodes feature firsthand narratives from traffickers, law enforcement officials, and civilians, revealing the complexities and human tragedies intertwined with cartel operations. The content is likely to resonate with those interested in crime, social issues, and current affairs, providing not just news but an in-depth exploration of a vital issue facing... more
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