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The Americas Quarterly Podcast

Americas Quarterly
Brazil
Latin America
Venezuela
United States
Argentina
Colombia
Mexico
Donald Trump
China
Javier Milei
Cuba
Chile
Organized Crime
Jair Bolsonaro
Claudia Sheinbaum
Economy
Peru
Inflation
Fiscal Policy
Ecuador

The AQ Podcast is a conversation on politics and economics in Latin America hosted by Brian Winter, contributing editor for Americas Quarterly

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Arguably no country has been more exposed to Donald Trump's second term than Mexico. The country sends more than 80% of its exports to its neighboring nation and receives more than $60 billion a year in remittances from citizens living in the U.S. Pr... more

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Latin America is having its best economic outlook since the commodities boom of the 2000s. Record commodity prices, a weak U.S. dollar, a privileged position in the global trade war—selling to both the U.S. and China— and a wave of business-friendly ... more

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Only a few weeks ago, there was a near consensus in Brazil that President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva was the favorite to win this October’s election over his main challenger, conservative Senator Flávio Bolsonaro.

Today, most polls show the race is t... more

We’re all used to hearing pessimistic headlines about the state of democracy in Latin America and beyond. But the latest edition of the AmericasBarometer survey suggests the mood may be shifting. 

Support for democracy across the Americas rose betwe... more

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Recent Guests

Thomas Traumann
Longtime political analyst and commentator, AQ editorial board member
AQ
Episode: Brazil's Scandal-Plagued Election
Noam Lupu
Director of the Center for Global Democracy at Vanderbilt University
Vanderbilt University
Episode: How Latin Americans Feel About the U.S., Democracy, Their Economies and More
Mauricio Cárdenas
Former Minister of Finance of Colombia; Senior Scholar at Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: Colombia: An Early Test for the New Government
Brian Fonseca
Vice Provost for Defense and National Security Research, Director of the Jack D. Gordon Institute for Public Policy at Florida International University
Florida International University
Episode: Cuba: Four Possible Scenarios
Sergio Guzmán
Director of Colombia Risk Analysis
Colombia Risk Analysis
Episode: Colombia’s High-Stakes Election
Laurence Blair
Journalist and author of AQ's cover story on aging Latin America
AQ
Episode: The Gray Tide: What a Rapidly Aging Latin America Means
Alejandro Catterberg
President and co-founder of Poliarquía Consultores
Poliarquía Consultores
Episode: Javier Milei’s Ups and Downs
Juan Forero
Bureau Chief for South America at the Wall Street Journal
Wall Street Journal
Episode: Understanding Delcy Rodríguez
Michael Stott
Former Latin America editor, Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: Brazil, Colombia and a Regional Case for Optimism

Host

Brian Winter
Host of The Americas Quarterly Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 287 ratings
  • Good Anglo pulse

    A great podcast to stay up to date on what the technocrat, anglo, pro-American hegemony, Washington blob thinks about us in LatAm.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    gerech
    United States10 months ago
  • Quality content about Latin American politics

    I love listening to this show because it’s very clear and concise with the information presented. There was a time I lost touch with Latin American politics but with this podcast my interested has been renewed. These people know what they are talking about and really care about Latin America.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eroq
    United Statesa year ago
  • Spot on!

    An excellent way to keep abreast of the politics, economics and geopolitics of Latin America, created by someone who knows the region through and through. This week’s podcast on Lula 3.0, with Natuza Nery, was spot on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BoadleA
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent discussions about Latin & South America

    Actual journalism is hard to find nowadays. This English language podcast is the best at delivering straight forward coverage of geopolitics in Latin America & South America. The discussions are always thought provoking & well thought out.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ExarKun26
    United States3 years ago
  • Great reporting and discussion, limited perspective

    This is a very good podcast in which the politics and economics of Latin America are discussed thoughtfully. I learn something new from every episode. My only quibble is that the guests on the show tend to be almost exclusively from a center to center-right perspective on the political spectrum. This makes sense given that the podcast is published by Americas Quarterly, which in turn is published by the Society of the Americas. Still, I would appreciate hearing from a wider range of perspectives... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sam, longtime fan
    United States4 years ago

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Consistently high-quality analysis with top-notch guests.
Episodes are informative and engaging, with strong reporting and analysis.
Listeners praise clear, concise LATAM coverage and expert perspectives.
Appreciated for balanced discussions, though some desire broader range of viewpoints.

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#216
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Latin Americans Feel About the U.S., Democracy, Their Economies and More
Q: Tell us what the numbers show and what you think is driving the turnaround.
The data show a regional uptick in support for democracy since the end of the commodity boom, driven in part by improved economic assessments and a shift in people's evaluations of both political rights and governance, despite ongoing economic challenges in many countries.
Cuba: Four Possible Scenarios
Q: Can you talk to us about what humanitarian intervention might look like?
Humanitarian intervention would focus on addressing a dire crisis with a role for humanitarian aid and logistical support, potentially facilitated by NGOs and Catholic charities, with the U.S. military providing security, transportation, and coordination to enable distribution and protect aid workers, while allowing pressure to evolve into broader political outcomes.
Trump Wades into Brazil’s Campaign (Again)
Q: What do you think President Trump is thinking when he looks at Brazil, and why did he meet Lula then the Bolsonaro family weeks later?
The guest suggests multiple policy objectives at play: moving away from the punitive, 50% tariffs toward a more calibrated stance that still seeks concessions from Brazil on critical minerals and security, while maintaining ideological alignment with the right where possible.
The Mexico-U.S. Relationship’s Most Delicate Phase
Q: The relationship has had its ups and downs, but where do you think it stands today?
Brenda explains that while there is ongoing cooperation on some security matters, a sustained push from the US on investigations into Mexican officials and the narco-politics discourse have created pressure. She emphasizes that domestic political cohesion in Morena and concerns about the economy are shaping how Mexico responds, making the relationship more precarious as the USMCA review approaches.
Javier Milei’s Ups and Downs
Q: What's going on in Argentina right now that explains the February-March polling numbers?
The economy had been performing better in the months after the midterms, with a rebound in public opinion, but political noise and internal frictions within the government have reemerged, reducing confidence and causing some volatility in sentiment.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Americas Quarterly Podcast

What is The Americas Quarterly Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The series focuses on politics, economics, and geopolitics across Latin America, often weaving together on-the-ground reporting with macroeconomic analysis. Episodes frequently explore US–LATAM dynamics, regional elections, policy shifts, and long-term demographic and fiscal trends, featuring researchers, journalists, and policy experts to illuminate how regional developments intersect with global markets. A notable strength is its ability to pair high-level context with practical implications for investors, policymakers, and business leaders, while maintaining accessible, concise episodes that cover a broad swath of the region. This mix makes it valuable for listeners who want credible, expert perspectives on Latin American affairs, from n... more

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