
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 | 69 | Founded | a year ago |
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Producer's Note: Enjoy this interview from Katarina's appearance on the IRONCLAD Original, Borderland: Narcosis with Vincent "Rocco" Vargas.
On today’s episode, Vince welcomes back Katarina Szulc, investigative journalist and host of the Ironclad Or... more
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In this episode of Borderland Dispatches, Katarina breaks down a major shift in the drug war as Guatemala secretly agrees to joint U.S. airstrikes and military operations against regional cartels. Dive into the escalating pressure on Mexico’s soverei... more
Katarina Szulc speaks with Stefano Ritondale of All Source News about the what’s next for Los Chapitos and the Sinaloa Cartel Civil War.
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Anabel Hernandez wrote about the cartels being tied every government administration. As did Mr.Grillo and his books tracing narco history and Charles Bowden who opened a lot of eyes with his work. Cartels will never stop. There’s too much money to be made. Organized crime has become its own culture in South America.
Great work. Lol i thought u were mexican. And then julian dorey pod u said u were polish. Lol
Your fake Mexican accent is cringe
I found you on Shawn Ryan’s podcast. Thank you for sharing your experiences. I’m praying for you and your support staff.
I listen to this podcast on my way to work. It’s excellent journalism a lot of information. Thank you.
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Hard-hitting, on-the-ground reporting from Mexico's cartel war that centers on narco-politics, governance, and civilian impact. Episodes frequently blend field observations, interviews with locals and officials, and sharp analysis of sovereignty, extradition, and cross-border implications, painting a granular picture of how violence, corruption, and policy intersect. The show stands out for its immersive storytelling, willingness to challenge official narratives, and steady focus on human stories behind headlines, making it a compelling listen for those who want accountability, risk-aware journalism, and real-time dispatches from the borderlands.
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