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Audio | InSight Crime

InSight Crime
Colombia
Corruption
Coca
Cocaine
Organized Crime
Putumayo
Honduras
Crop Substitution Program
Drug Trafficking
Primeiro Comando Da Capital
Narcotrafficking
Bolivia
Prison System
Gang Extortion
FARC
Paramilitary Groups
Aerial Fumigation
Brazilian Judicial System
Political Corruption
Fentanyl

For over a decade, InSight Crime has investigated organized crime in the Americas. Across the hemisphere, we’ve interviewed thousands of people, from government insiders to victims caught in the crossfire, from criminal operators to tireless NGO leaders. We’ve also witnessed firsthand the many masks that organized crime wears in places where corruption often takes center stage. Throughout, we’ve d... more

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Exactly one year ago, we reported that migrant smuggling had gone from a tertiary criminal economy to a major revenue stream for some of the region’s most powerful organized crime groups.

But in just a few months in 2025, that flourishing criminal e... more

Cada año, les presentamos nuestra serie anual GameChangers, que analiza las principales historias de crimen organizado que marcaron la región.

Esta es la décima edición de la serie y, este año, no solo miramos los acontecimientos de 2025, sino tambi... more

Every year, we bring you our annual GameChangers series, which breaks down the year’s biggest organized crime stories from across the region.

This is the tenth edition of our series, and this year, we are looking back not just at the events of 2025,... more

This is the story of Dario Messer, one of Brazil's most wanted fugitives.

Messer was the head of a sophisticated network responsible for laundering billions of dollars in illicit funds connected to the sweeping “Lava Jato” (Car Wash) corruption scan... more

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María Fernanda Ramírez
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 218 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 States7 months 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
    Germany9 months 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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The podcast is described as insightful and empowering, providing listeners with the knowledge needed to understand complex societal issues.
Listeners praise the show for its commitment to investigative journalism, highlighting its clarity and depth in exploring the intricacies of organized crime and corruption.
The storytelling is appreciated for being respectful and sober, which resonates with those looking for quality journalism in tumultuous times.

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What We Know About Tren de Aragua
Q: What misconceptions circulate about Tren de Aragua in the United States?
A major misconception is that Tren de Aragua functions as a cohesive group with a unified command structure, when in fact, it's a collection of local cells operating under the same name with little coordination.
What We Know About Tren de Aragua
Q: What impact did the Venezuelan government's crackdown on Tren de Aragua have on the structure of the gang?
It caused the gang to fragment, reducing its hierarchical control and leading to a more franchise-like operation without cohesive coordination.
What We Know About Tren de Aragua
Q: What role did Tren de Aragua take on within the criminal panorama in those different countries of Latin America?
The gang primarily became involved in extortion and human trafficking, exploiting Venezuelan diaspora populations in countries like Chile and Peru.
What We Know About Tren de Aragua
Q: Can you tell us a bit about the origin story of Tren de Aragua and how this group became such a focus of the Trump administration?
Tren de Aragua originated in a prison in Venezuela, gaining power through government policy that allowed the gang to control violence and the prison environment. It has become a focus due to reported activities in the U.S. justifying immigration policies.
El dinero de los Zetas y la campaña de Colom en Guatemala
Q: What does the existence of illicit funding mean for Guatemala's democracy?
It suggests that despite having anti-corruption laws, the political landscape remains vulnerable to manipulation by powerful criminal groups.

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Content primarily revolves around organized crime, corruption, drug trafficking, and their socio-political impacts across Latin America. With a strong focus on specific criminal figures and notable events, episodes often explore significant themes such as money laundering, the influence of political leadership on crime, and the shifting dynamics of criminal organizations in response to changing policies and security measures. Unique insights come from firsthand interviews with a broad spectrum of contributors, ranging from law enforcement to victims, suggesting a commitment to deep, investigative journalism that seeks to inform and empower listeners with a nuanced understanding of complex criminal landscapes. This podcast is likely to reson... more

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