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Audio | InSight Crime

InSight Crime
Colombia
Drug Trafficking
Organized Crime
Sinaloa Cartel
Tren De Aragua
Venezuela
Ecuador
Fentanyl
United States
Nicolás Maduro
Corruption
Donald Trump
Mexico
Segovia
Trump Administration
Choneros
Environmental Crime
MS13
Honduras
Human Trafficking

*Our content is bilingual | Nuestro contenido es bilingüe. Drawing on field research, local sources, and expert voices, InSight Crime tells the human stories behind organized crime in Latin America and the Caribbean, explaining how criminal networks operate, how they impact countries and communities, and why these dynamics continue to shape the region. Visit our web site for more: insightcrime.org... more

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Following the death of CJNG leader "El Mencho" in a February 2026 military operation, US authorities have named his stepson, Juan Carlos Valencia González, alias "El 03," as the group's new leader. But El 03 is one of several senior CJNG figures with... more

The United States has designated Ecuador's Chone Killers a terrorist organization, but the group has splintered and has no single command structure. InSight Crime's Gavin Voss, Steve Dudley and Deborah Bonello discuss how the label may not map cleanl... more

El Salvador’s mass trials of alleged gang members are the latest phase in President Nayib Bukele’s hardline security model, aimed at locking in the dismantling of MS13 and Barrio 18 while processing a massive backlog of cases. InSight Crime's Managin... more

The winner of Colombia's presidential elections Abelardo de la Espriella promised to stop negotiating with guerrilla armies and unleash the country's experienced security forces against criminal groups there. But will the Trump-aligned president-elec... more

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Steve Dudley
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Parker Asmann
Author of the report cited in the episode
Independent expert group / author of the report
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Byron Ruiz
Former drug trafficker from Bolancho
Episode: How InSight Crime tracked down an explosive narco video in Honduras
María Fernanda Ramírez
Miembro del equipo de investigación detrás del reportaje
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Episode: Detrás de la historia: las mujeres atrapadas en la telaraña criminal del Tren de Aragua en Perú
Jorge Empello Mula
A local miner involved in the resistance against Gran Colombia Gold
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Mario Piedraíta
Former Frontino general manager involved in legal battles for miners' rights
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Jaime Gallegos
Vice president of the Mesa Minera, representing small-scale miners
Mesa Minera
Episode: The Shadow of El Dorado | 06 The Strike
Steven Dudley
Co-director of InSight Crime
InSight Crime
Episode: Ecuador’s Path Forward: Crime, Elections, and the Next President
Ivana David
Brazilian judge with experience combating organized crime
Episode: Crime Strengthens Crime

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 229 ratings
  • Real talk for scary times

    If you care about justice, accountability, and seeing through the lies that power often hides behind, InSight Crime is a must-follow. Their reporting and podcasts dive deep into organized crime and corruption across Latin America, exposing the systems and players that thrive in the shadows.

    What sets them apart is their commitment to clarity and context — they don’t just report events; they explain the structures behind them. It’s journalism that empowers you to understand why things happen, no... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pedal wench
    United Statesa year ago
  • Insightful Journalism

    Series pictures the impact of crime and corruption- through all areas of society and environment. Great piece to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave_Bcn85
    Germanya year ago
  • 5 stars

    Excellent. I just love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ameliaav
    Colombia2 years ago
  • Great

    Great podcast. Very sober and respectful. Good journalism (which is rare in these crazy days).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adrianazeuars
    Colombia2 years ago

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PCC and Red Command: Who Loses From US Terrorist Designations in Brazil?
Q: Steve, talk to us a little bit about the PCC and the Red Command.
The PCC is the largest and most sophisticated criminal federation, deeply embedded in both Brazilian and international illicit economies, while the Red Command is more territorially focused and rooted in Brazil's urban defense of space, with both groups showing evolving reach but not a traditional ideological terrorism profile.
The InSight Take: El Salvador’s Mass Trials Put Bukele’s Gang Crackdown on Display
Q: What are the broader implications for justice and due process, and could this model be replicable in other countries?
While the government argues the approach helps secure long-term containment of gangs, critics say it undermines due process and individual responsibility, and the feasibility of replicating the model depends on similar political and legal conditions that may not exist elsewhere.
The InSight Take: El Salvador’s Mass Trials Put Bukele’s Gang Crackdown on Display
Q: When did these mass trials start, and what is the reasoning behind the timing and scope?
The trials began to address a massive backlog created during the crackdown; the government modified laws to allow up to 900 suspects in a single trial, presenting it as both a practical response and a demonstration of the state's resolve against gang violence.
What Does the Killing of 'El Mencho' Mean for Mexico’s Drug War?
Q: And what we have seen is that these groups don't necessarily disappear. So if we look at the capture and the killing of El Mencho, what are your thoughts on this?
Groups like the CJNG tend to atomize and dissipate in power after a leader is removed, but they don't disappear entirely; they adapt, with cells operating semi-independently and maintaining a diversified criminal economy, which could endure despite leadership changes.
How InSight Crime tracked down an explosive narco video in Honduras
Q: What did you do once you had access to the video?
I began verifying details, including corroborating stories from others who had seen it and analyzing the metadata for authenticity.

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Investigative reporting on organized crime across Latin America and the Caribbean, with a focus on how state actors intersect with criminal networks, governance challenges, and security dynamics. Episodes frequently examine extortion, drug trafficking, peace processes, and regional responses to pressure from external powers, offering on-the-ground storytelling, expert analysis, and nuanced context. Notable strengths include rigorous sourcing, bilingual presentation, and a consistent emphasis on accountability, human rights, and governance, making it a likely go-to for listeners who want deep, context-rich insights into regional security and crime.

Potential listeners should expect thorough investigations into how criminal networks influenc... more

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