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The LatinNews Podcast

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Venezuela
Bolivia
Peru
Evo Morales
Brazil
Luis Arce
Haiti
United States
Organized Crime
Jamaica
Natural Gas
Colombia
Gang Violence
China
Honduras
Port-Au-Prince
Mexico
Dominican Republic
Lithium
Argentina

The LatinNews Podcast is a fortnightly deep dive into key developments from across Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Keiko Fujimori has secured the presidency at the fourth time of asking, bringing an end to one of the country's longest-running political stories. After years of presidential impeachments, institutional confrontation and economic uncertainty, expecta... more

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In this episode, we explore the complex political and security landscape of Guatemala with expert Tiziano Breda. We discuss recent developments, challenges in governance, gang violence, and the influence of international actors, providing insights in... more

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This episode explores the complex security and political landscape of El Salvador under President Nayib Bukele, featuring insights from expert José Salguero. We discuss the history of gang violence, the security policies implemented, and the implicat... more

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Ecuador is undergoing a profound political and security transformation. Once regarded as one of the more stable countries in Latin America, it now faces escalating violence, institutional strain and growing political tension. 

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Recent Guests

Tiziano Breda
Senior Analyst for Latin America and the Caribbean at ACLED
ACLED (Armed Conflict Location and Event Data)
Episode: Can Guatemala's Democracy Hold?
José Salguero
PhD candidate; specialist in development economics, security and conflict; author on myths of security policy in Latin America
University of Marburg; Red Ica Centroamericana
Episode: El Salvador's Security Revolution: Myth or Model?
Samuele Mazzolini
Researcher in political science and philosophy at the University of Venice and Flacso, Ecuador; Marie Curie fellow
University of Venice; Flacso Ecuador
Episode: Why Ecuador Feels Increasingly Unstable
Tony Payan
PhD, Claudio X. González Fellow in US-Mexico Studies; Executive Director, Claudio X. González Center for the US and Mexico at Rice University's Baker Institute
Rice University Baker Institute for Public Policy
Episode: Mexico Under Pressure: Politics, Cartels and US Indictments
Sandra Borda
Associate Professor at Los Andes University, Department of Global Studies and Political Science
Universidad de Los Andes
Episode: Understanding Colombia's Upcoming Elections
André Borges
Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Brasilia; editor of The Recasting of the Latin American Right, Polarization and Conservative Reactions
Universidade de Brasilia (UnB)
Episode: Brazil's War of Narratives
Dr. Julio Carrión
Specialist in Latin American and comparative politics
University of Delaware
Episode: Decoding Peru's Election Chaos and Economic Resilience
Phil Gunson
Senior Andes Region Analyst for International Crisis Group
International Crisis Group
Episode: The Future of Venezuela
Dr. Jorge Domínguez
Retired Harvard professor and Cuba expert
Harvard University
Episode: Cuba Under US Pressure: Crisis, But Not Collapse

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Richard McColl
Host of The LatinNews Podcast; active in Latin American political and security analysis

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 32 ratings
  • Best Source for Latin news

    If you in depth analysis of what is going on in the different Latin countries in condensed form this is the go to podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ggrygsru
    United States3 years ago
  • Keep up the good work

    An excellent podcast for leaning about Latin American economics and politics!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    james786864
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Excellent podcast!

    A fantastic podcast on Latin American politics

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    decopm93
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    A very interesting and informing podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lthornton95
    United Kingdom3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Branding and context on Latin American affairs adds value for investors and policymakers.
Analytical and comprehensive coverage that connects country-level events to regional impacts.
Strong guests with deep expertise; helpful for sponsors seeking policy credibility.
Presents complex topics accessibly without sacrificing depth.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Understanding Colombia's Upcoming Elections
Q: What about the left, particularly Iván Cepeda?
Iván Cepeda remains a strong left figure, but his campaign struggles with balancing loyalty to the Petro administration and presenting a pragmatic platform to attract center voters, while facing internal debates about strategy and leadership style.
Understanding Colombia's Upcoming Elections
Q: Who are the main centrists or center-right players to watch, and how might they influence the outcome?
Paloma Valencia and Juan Daniel Oviedo are presenting a stabilized center-right option through the Uribe-aligned Centro Democrático coalition, potentially absorbing center votes from disillusioned voters, while the outsider Aberlardo de La Espriella challenges the traditional center with a populist, anti-institutional stance.
Understanding Colombia's Upcoming Elections
Q: Could you give us your overview of where the center currently sits in Colombian politics?
The center is weaker than in the past, with voters shifting toward more polarized options on the left and right, making the center's traditional moderating role less influential and more dependent on new figures who can energize centrist voters.
Inequality and Marginalization on the Rise in Costa Rica
Q: What has been the response to crime from Costa Rican leadership, particularly President Chaves?
Chaves has used rhetoric that resonates with the public but has implemented limited concrete reforms; while port security and law-and-order rhetoric exist, deep structural changes and civil-rights considerations limit the effectiveness of harsher measures.
Inequality and Marginalization on the Rise in Costa Rica
Q: How has inequality evolved in Costa Rica since the 1990s, and why does it matter for security?
Inequality rose during neoliberal reforms in the 1990s and early 2000s, creating pockets of marginalized communities that are more vulnerable to crime and less likely to benefit from economic growth, affecting social cohesion and security perceptions.

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This show provides in-depth analysis of Latin American and Caribbean politics, security, and economics through expert guests and seasoned correspondents. Episodes repeatedly unpack how crime, governance, and external influences shape stability and policy across nations—from narcotics dynamics and judicial bottlenecks to electoral upheavals and strategic US-Latin American relations. A standout pattern is the blend of rigorous academic insight with on-the-ground reporting, often anchored by policy implications and regional risk assessment that helps listeners understand complex developments and their broader impact on markets, governance, and foreign policy.

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2. José Salguero
3. Samuele Mazzolini
4. Tony Payan
5. Sandra Borda
6. André Borges
7. Dr. Julio Carrión
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