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Latin America Correspondent

Latin America Correspondent
Venezuela
Donald Trump
Cuba
United States
Mexico
Haiti
Honduras
Argentina
Peru
Jalisco New Generation Cartel
Colombia
Nicolas Maduro
El Mencho
Latin America
Brazil
San Miguel De Allende
World Cup
Javier Milei
Maria Corina Machado
Chile

Independent commentary & analysis from Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio, featured on The Times, talkRADIO, LBC, ABC, & more.

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Writer & researcher Hannah Matthews joins the podcast to discuss her report for the Business and Human Rights Center on the statistics and trends emerging from the 2025 data on the links between business and human rights, in which Latin America emerg... more

Massive anti-government protests have paralyzed Bolivia, with thousands of miners, farmers, teachers, and political factions clashing violently with riot police in the capital city of La Paz. Demonstrators are demanding the resignation of the centris... more

With news of CIA covert operations in Mexico and DEA evidence to the US Senate exacerbating US-Mexico tensions, it now looks as though the situation is at breaking point. 

To support the show or get in touch email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com... more

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a round-up and analysis of news from across the region. 

To support the show or get in touch, email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com

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Abla Kandalaft
Film programmer and curator at The Garden Cinema, London
The Garden Cinema
Episode: 50 Years of Argentina on Film - with Abla Kandalaft
Ilana Newman
Special guest on the show
Episode: Dancing the Revolution - with Julia Tilton & Ilana Newman
Brenda Elsey
Professor of history; studies the history of gender, popular culture and politics in 20th century Latin America
Hofstra University
Episode: Erased and Invisibilized: The History of Women's Football in Latin America - with Dr. Brenda Elsey
Martin Kelner
British broadcaster who co-hosts the sessions
Episode: The Kelner Sessions: Cuba; World Cup; UFOs in Brazil; Niche Tourism
Toby Hill
Investigator and Land and Environmental Defender with Global Witness
Global Witness
Episode: Global Witness Special Report on Guatemala - with Toby Hill
Fred Dannen
Entrepreneur, co-founder of BoletoCity
BoletoCity
Episode: Music in San Miguel de Allende - with Greg Gunter, alongside Fredric Dannen & Marcela Brondo of BoletoCity
Marcela Brondo
Theater professional, co-founder of BoletoCity
BoletoCity
Episode: Music in San Miguel de Allende - with Greg Gunter, alongside Fredric Dannen & Marcela Brondo of BoletoCity
Dr. Sharron Schwartz
Historian and expert on Cornish migrations; author of works on Latin American Cornish communities
Institute of Cornish Studies; author
Episode: The History of Cornish Miners in Latin America - with Dr. Sharron Schwartz
Julia Tilton
Journalist from The Daily Yonder, invited guest
The Daily Yonder
Episode: Latin America & the US: Shield of the Americas - Ecuador & Paraguay; Drone Deaths in Haiti; Democrats Attempt to Curtail Trump War Powers Over Cuba; Press Freedom Falls Across Americas

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Jon Bonfiglio
Latin America Correspondent; multiple episodes feature his on-the-ground reporting and commentary.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • One of the few English news broadcasts for latin america. Lots of fun as well!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    akaio
    10 months ago

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Argentina: Javier Milei's Glacier Law & Fabricating Internal Enemies - with Marina Hernandez
Q: Can you just break down for us what the Glacier Law is and its implications, please?
Marina explains that the Glacier Law replaces a scientifically defined nationwide protected area with state-level discretion to define surrounding areas and what can be mined, potentially allowing foreign companies to access resources and impacting water security and local communities.
El Salvador: Life Sentences for 12 Year Olds Signed into Law
Q: What would a 12 year old have to do to get a life sentence from Bukele?
The discussion highlights that the policy targets a broad range of offenses associated with gang membership and other serious crimes, with arrests often made with limited due process, effectively broadening who could face life sentences.
El Salvador: Life Sentences for 12 Year Olds Signed into Law
Q: Hi. Can you tell us more about how and why President Bukele is justifying this move?
Bonfiglio explains that Bukele argues the crackdown was needed due to extreme gang violence and that initial security measures reduced violence, though critics warn of human rights abuses and a 'police state' approach that undermines due process.
Colombian President Petro Designated ‘Priority Target’ by US Drug Enforcement Ageny
Q: How does this fit with the broader strategy in the region and with Trump-era policies?
The discussion suggests it reflects a broader aim to establish legal grounds for actions against non-aligned leaders, with comparisons to Venezuela and Cuba, while questioning the effectiveness and legitimacy of such tactics.
Colombian President Petro Designated ‘Priority Target’ by US Drug Enforcement Ageny
Q: What is the background of Petro that the US is focusing on in these investigations?
Petro's history as a former militant and his political rise are cited as context for the allegations about dealings with criminal groups, though the host notes the complexity and asks for the full backstory on how the US arrived at this determination.

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The episodes showcase a sharply regional, geopolitics-forward take on Latin America, blending analysis of political leadership, governance, security, media freedoms, and diplomacy with astute commentary on how regional events intersect with U.S. policy and global markets. Across conversations and monologues, themes repeatedly circle back to power dynamics, corruption, elections, and the impact of international forces on domestic trajectories—often anchored by case studies from Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Guatemala, and beyond. A notable strength is the mix of long-form interviews, cross-Atlantic dialogue, and timely, issue-led discussions that connect historical context to present-day developments, making it a strong fit for listen... more

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2. Ilana Newman
3. Brenda Elsey
4. Martin Kelner
5. Toby Hill
6. Fred Dannen
7. Marcela Brondo
8. Dr. Sharron Schwartz

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