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Latin America in Focus

AS/COA Online
Corruption
Mexico
Latin America
2024 Elections
Claudia Sheinbaum
Morena
Democracy
Trade
Covid-19
Gustavo Petro
Transparency International
U.S. Elections
Immigration
Venezuela
Elections
Sergio Guzmán
El Salvador
Dominican Republic
Brazil
Youth Engagement

Go in depth on the latest trends in Latin American politics, economics, and culture in this podcast series by Americas Society/Council of the Americas.

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From the Donroe Doctrine to tariff turmoil a rightward electoral tilt, 2025 was a year of shifts for Latin America. Now, with Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Haiti, and Peru gearing up for presidential votes in 2026, more change is on the way.To make s... more

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Thirty-five years after the Washington Consensus, a group of the world’s leading economists have assembled a new book formulating an alternative road map for developing economies, The London Consensus: Economic Principles for the 21st Century. One of... more

For decades, Bolivia’s abundant reserves of lithium, thought to be the largest in the world, have been touted as the country’s ticket to economic prosperity. But time and again, the sector has run into political hurdles, social resistance, technical ... more

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After two failed constitutional rewrites, Chileans return to the polls to pick their new president. And like those referendums, this year’s vote will be compulsory. In this episode, international lawyer and columnist Paz Zárate covers what the mandat... more

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Recent Guests

Andrés Velasco
Top economist, professor of public policy, and dean at the London School of Economics.
London School of Economics and Political Science
Episode: Andrés Velasco on How Latin America Can Reboot Its Economic Rules
Paz Zarate
International lawyer and columnist in Chile
Episode: Will Chileans Pivot at the Polls?
Sergio Guzmán
Director and Co-Founder of Colombia Risk Analysis
Colombia Risk Analysis
Episode: A Crack in U.S.-Colombia Cooperation
Sarah-Ann Lynch
Former US Ambassador to Guyana and Senior Foreign Policy Advisor to US Southern Command
Episode: Energy and Security Go Hand in Hand in the Caribbean
Frank Wynne
Award-winning Irish translator, working on translating Mafalda for English-speaking audiences
Episode: Mafalda, Argentina’s Feisty Heroine, Now Speaks English
René Maldonado
Expert from the Center for Latin American Monetary Studies
Center for Latin American Monetary Studies
Episode: How a U.S. Tax Could Hit Latin American Remittances
Laura Trajber Waisbich
Deputy Director of Programs at Igarapé Institute and researcher of Brazilian foreign policy
Igarapé Institute
Episode: What's Behind Brazil's International Game?
Margaret Meyers
Managing Director of the Institute for America, China and the Future of Global Affairs at Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: The New Era of U.S.-China Competition in Latin America
Javier Albán
An electoral expert and professor of constitutional law at Universidad del Pacífico in Lima.
Universidad del Pacífico
Episode: Could the 2026 Vote Be Peru’s Political Reset?

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Carin Zissis
Host of Latin America in Focus and Editor-in-Chief of ASCOA Online, focusing on key issues in Latin American politics and economic developments.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Neoliberal, dishonest

    Great place for half-baked analyses.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Chuy90023
    United States2 years ago
  • Neoliberal

    Great place for neoliberal views.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Chuy90023
    United States3 years ago
  • Interest insights

    This podcast offers interesting insights into a particular agenda promoting North American interests in Latin America, and from a neoliberal economic perspective. It is important to understand this agenda as it exerts a lot of influence, however this is not balanced or objective commentary, is often very disingenuous in its comments on US foreign policy, and presents only a limited perspective from the region. For a fuller understanding of Latin America itself, it is better to look elsewhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    noscitur
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Awesome Latin American pod!

    So informative and well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mxsandy12
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent topics and guests !

    This podcast consistently has excellent guests on a wide variety of Latin American issues. Definitely a go-to for anyone looking to understand the region better. Plus the music is great !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NYCer88
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and well-produced content, highlighting the depth of analysis and expertise of guests.
Overall, the podcast is viewed as a valuable resource for understanding complex Latin American dynamics, appealing particularly to those with a professional stake in these issues.
There are criticisms regarding perceived bias in perspectives presented, with some noting a neoliberal approach to issues in Latin America.

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Andrés Velasco on How Latin America Can Reboot Its Economic Rules
Q: How do we get from where we are today, where we have a lot of populist governments or right-wing governments around the world, to the policies outlined in your book?
We need to earn frequent flyer miles by promoting the book everywhere and help translate the principles into practical policies for different countries.
Can Rodrigo Paz Unearth Bolivia’s Lithium Potential?
Q: What has he proposed in terms of Bolivia's lithium sector?
Rodrigo Paz's administration is expected to be more market-friendly and seek pro-U.S. agreements but has not yet specified any proposals.
A Crack in U.S.-Colombia Cooperation
Q: How do you see the relationship with China evolving?
Despite growing ties with China, the U.S. remains Colombia's most important trade partner, and the shift cannot happen overnight.
A Crack in U.S.-Colombia Cooperation
Q: What does the current state of U.S.-Colombian relations mean for these security concerns?
The U.S. drug policy has not been effective under Petro, leading to increased insecurity in Colombia.
A Crack in U.S.-Colombia Cooperation
Q: Where do relations stand?
The relationship has deteriorated due to recent events, with Petro's presidency waning and tensions rising.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Latin America in Focus

What is Latin America in Focus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the latest developments in Latin America, covering a range of topics from political dynamics and economic transformations to cultural issues. With an emphasis on current events, listeners can expect detailed analyses of significant elections, international relations, energy policies, and economic trends affecting the region. The format typically includes expert interviews that address pressing topics such as trade relations with the U.S., the implications of U.S. foreign policies, and the challenges faced by individual Latin American countries in their quest for development and stability. Overall, the material presented is both enlightening and critical, providing insights necessary for understanding the diverse and c... more

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1. Andrés Velasco
2. Paz Zarate
3. Sergio Guzmán
4. Sarah-Ann Lynch
5. Frank Wynne
6. René Maldonado
7. Laura Trajber Waisbich
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