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News and analysis of politics, security, development and U.S. policy in Latin America and the Caribbean, from the Washington Office on Latin America.

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This episode brings together two experts to discuss recent second-round presidential elections in Peru and Colombia: Jo-Marie Burt, a senior fellow at WOLA and professor at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government, and a leadin... more

On June 24, 2026, two consecutive earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 magnitude—the strongest to strike Venezuela in more than a century—devastated the country's northern coast, including the city of La Guaira and parts of Caracas. This episode feature... more

In this episode of the WOLA Podcast, recorded on June 25, 2026, host Adam Isacson speaks with Elijah Maurus, an attorney based in Tijuana who has worked principally with LGBTQ+ asylum seekers since 2018. Maurus relocated to Tijuana during the major m... more

En este episodio de la serie del mes del Orgullo de Latin America Today, Maureen Meyer, vicepresidenta de Programas de WOLA, conversa con Braulio Abarca, activista LGBTIQ+ nicaragüense exiliado, defensor de derechos humanos, y cofundador del Colectiv... more

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Recent Guests

Jo-Marie Burt
Senior fellow at WOLA; professor at George Mason University
WOLA; George Mason University
Episode: Colombia's and Peru's Election Outcomes: Razor-Thin Margins and Populist Tensions
Braulio Abarca
Abogado, activista LGTBIQ+ y defensor de derechos humanos nicaragüense
Colectivo de Derechos Humanos Nicaragua Nunca Más
Episode: Derechos LGBTIQ+ en el exilio: una conversación con Braulio Abarca
Renata Jank Vivas Antonelli
Activista, defensora de derechos humanos e integrante del equipo de la Santa María Fundación
Santa María Fundación por los Derechos de las Mujeres Trans
Episode: Estructuras antiderechos: la lucha trans en Colombia y el mundo — con Renata Jank Vivas Antonelli
Luis Benavides
Ruth López's husband and advocate
Husband of Ruth López; associated with Cristosal
Episode: One Year Later: The Political Imprisonment of Ruth López in El Salvador
Noah Bullock
Director of Cristosal
Cristosal
Episode: One Year Later: The Political Imprisonment of Ruth López in El Salvador
Peter Kornbluh
Director of Cuba and Chile Documentation Project, National Security Archive
National Security Archive
Episode: Uncovering Operation Condor: a 50-Year Fight for Accountability
Cynthia McClintock
Professor of political science and international affairs
George Washington University; former president of the Latin American Studies Association; member of WOLA's board of directors
Episode: Polarization and Impunity: Peru's First-Round Presidential Election
Heather Hogan
Policy and Practice Council at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA)
AILA
Episode: The All-Out Assault on Asylum
Peter Habib
Staff attorney at the Center for Gender and Refugee Studies (CGRS)
CGRS
Episode: The All-Out Assault on Asylum

Host

Adam Isacson
Host of the WOLA Podcast; long-time analyst on Latin American security and policy

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
  • partisan, alas

    Used to be a fount of reliable excellence on the region and its challenges with timely, nuanced, deep analysis, but political opinion and personal agendas have lately clouded and colored the reporting and made this more a partisan rant-along than a clear-eyed assessment of reality. To deny that the region and the Venezuelan people aren’t a whole lot better off without Maduro or to downplay that he was an illegitimate strongman and an indicted narco who traded with the worst global regimes while ... more

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    Heartandbile
    United States7 months ago
  • Tremendously biased

    This guy Is a flat out liar! Look up and investigate before sounding so ridiculously naive! Shame on you for promoting such a biased point of view!

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    CJI tech
    United States7 years ago
  • Excellent

    This is the single best podcast being produced on immigration, drugs, and security policy in the Americas. It’s scrupulously researched and conveys a deep commitment to social justice.

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    5
    Listening in Philly
    United States12 years ago
  • Michael Collins

    Essential listening for anyone who wants to keep on top of regional developments and know more about US policy towards the region too.

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    5
    Boabyhitthedeck
    United States13 years ago
  • Excellent; To the point and informative

    No sensationalism, entertainment news or meandering interviews; Just straight to the point high density news usually read into the microphone in a hotel room somewhere. The best South America news I've found yet.

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    kbaichtal
    United States13 years ago

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Mix of strong praise for rigor and breadth with some negative feedback around perceived bias or partisan slant.
Positive mentions highlight access to high-caliber guests and practical policy context.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth, source-backed analysis and diverse guest slate.
Some critics note perceived bias in coverage on Venezuela and El Salvador.

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"The Two Candidates Could Not Be More Different": Colombia's presidential vote
Q: What are the implications for U.S. relations depending on who wins?
Gimena outlines that a Cepeda victory could push for diplomacy and a more cautious U.S. posture, while an Espriella win might trigger closer alignment with Trump-era security policies and assistance programs, including plans for stronger regional security collaboration.
"The Two Candidates Could Not Be More Different": Colombia's presidential vote
Q: What happened to centrist voters, and what does that say about the political environment?
She notes fatigue with traditional parties, a rise in extreme positions amplified by social media, and a trend toward polarizing choices, with centrists splintered and many undecided or voting strategically to block perceived extremes.
"The Two Candidates Could Not Be More Different": Colombia's presidential vote
Q: Were you surprised by the first-round outcome, given the polling and dynamics?
Gimena explains that while some surprises occurred, the result reflected a complex mix of security concerns, regional dynamics, and the candidates' divergent visions, with Cepeda as the more traditional left-aligned candidate and Espriella as an outsider with a broad media presence.
Uncovering Operation Condor: a 50-Year Fight for Accountability
Q: What was Operation Condor and what was the environment like in the 1970s when you had military dictatorships across Latin America?
Condor was a transnational collaboration among the Southern Cone secret police, sharing intelligence and coordinating to track, kidnap, and assassinate opponents; it evolved into a global program with reach to Europe and the United States. The environment was one of rising US support for anti-left suppression, combined with growing human rights concern and eventual scrutiny after the Church Committee revelations.
"Women, 'las buscadoras', have become a very strong reference for courage" | A Special Women's Month Conversation with Ana Lorena Delgadillo Pérez
Q: So can you give us a bit of context about enforced disappearances in the region? What does that look like? Who is disappearing? Who is disappearing them?
Ana Delgadillo Pérez explains that disappearances vary by country and era—past detentions during armed conflicts, ongoing cases in Mexico's femicide and disappearances, and new patterns like disappearances linked to migration and asylum processes. She emphasizes impunity as a driver and highlights regional differences, including the need for better forensic systems and cross-border search efforts.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Latin America Today

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

This program delivers rigorous, policy-focused analysis on Latin America and the Caribbean, with a steady emphasis on democracy, human rights, and U.S. policy. Episodes frequently center on current political developments, governance challenges, and security issues, anchored by expert guests from NGOs, academia, and think tanks. The show stands out for its detailed historical context (e.g., Condor, U.S. foreign policy shifts) and its willingness to interrogate controversial security policies and asylum practices, while maintaining a clear commitment to human rights and accountability. Listeners can expect thorough reporting, nuanced regional comparisons, and discussions that connect local events to broader regional and international dynamics... more

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2. Braulio Abarca
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4. Luis Benavides
5. Noah Bullock
6. Peter Kornbluh
7. Cynthia McClintock
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