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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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In this series from the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA), prominent decision-makers from across the Americas—those who have been at the heart of democratic governance—share personal reflections and insights on the meaning, challenges, and fu... more

WOLA presents a new episode about El Salvador, coinciding with our awarding of our 2025 Human Rights Award to MOVIR, El Salvador's Movement of Victims of the Regime, which supports victims and families of arbitrary detentions carried out by President... more

A special episode as part of WOLA's 2025 Human Rights Awards Month

President Nayib Bukele's government has jailed nearly 2 percent of El Salvador's entire population—the highest incarceration rate in the world. Still, because violence has dropped s... more

Since late August, the Trump administration has sent a flotilla of U.S. warships to the southern Caribbean, in the largest naval display in the region in decades. On September 2, a U.S. drone strike sank a small boat near the Venezuelan coast, killin... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Ricardo Valencia
Assistant Professor of Public Relations at California State University, Fullerton, and former journalist in El Salvador.
California State University, Fullerton
Episode: Piercing the Propaganda Bubble in El Salvador
Dr. Beatriz Magaloni
Political scientist at Stanford University, author of an article on President Bukele's security model in Foreign Affairs
Stanford University
Episode: The Grim Side of El Salvador's "Security Model"
Diana Flórez
Consultant to the Women's Refugee Commission, attorney and expert on gender and transitional justice.
Women's Refugee Commission
Episode: "We Are in the Middle of a New Family Separation Crisis"
Zain Lakhani
Director of Migrant Rights and Justice at the Women's Refugee Commission, has extensive experience in dealing with migration policies.
Women's Refugee Commission
Episode: "We Are in the Middle of a New Family Separation Crisis"
Brigitte Baltazar Lujano
Coordinator of LGBTQI Plus programs at Al Otro Lado
Al Otro Lado
Episode: LGBTQ+ Migrants in the Crosshairs: A Critical Conversation with Brigitte Baltazar Lujano
Isabel Pereira
Senior Coordinator for the Drug Policy Program at DeJusticia
DeJusticia
Episode: Global Drug Policy: "Countries are being freed up to actually speak their minds"
Ruth López
Director of the anti-corruption program at Cristosal in El Salvador, lawyer, and human rights advocate
Cristosal
Episode: Mujeres contra la corrupción y el autoritarismo: aprendiendo de El Salvador
Quimy de León
Guatemalan journalist, founder and director of Prensa Comunitaria, and founder of La Ruda.
Prensa Comunitaria
Episode: "Feminist Community Journalism Builds Hope": How Women Communicators in Guatemala and Colombia Are Defending Human Rights**
Sofía López Mera
Journalist, lawyer and human rights defender in Colombia.
Corporation for Justice and Dignity
Episode: "Feminist Community Journalism Builds Hope": How Women Communicators in Guatemala and Colombia Are Defending Human Rights**

Hosts

Adam Isacson
Host of discussions on Latin American politics, security, and human rights, offering critical perspectives on U.S. policy in the region.
Corey Welch
Director of Communications at WOLA, facilitates discussions that enhance understanding of Latin American affairs and their implications.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 59 ratings
  • 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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    1
    CJI tech
    United States6 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listening in Philly
    United States11 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boabyhitthedeck
    United States12 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kbaichtal
    United States12 years ago
  • So many topics covered!

    This podcast is really a great way to learn more or stay informed about the constantly changing Latin American region. Intelligent guests share their experiences and their opinions, which is quite a task given the turbulent history and constantly changing present environment. I really enjoy listening. Thank you for the great content!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Empiper
    United States13 years ago

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Intelligent guests share their opinions on regional developments and challenges.
Some listeners appreciate the depth of coverage while others may find the bias as a drawback.
Highly regarded for its informative and well-researched content on Latin America.
The podcast often provides succinct analysis without sensationalism, adding value for those looking to stay informed.

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The Grim Side of El Salvador's "Security Model"
Q: What vulnerabilities do you see in the Bukele Model moving forward?
Dr. Magaloni expresses hope that the model isn't sustainable, citing extreme poverty and ongoing repression as fundamental issues that could lead to its downfall.
The Grim Side of El Salvador's "Security Model"
Q: What are the significant costs in terms of human rights and democracy that El Salvador has borne during the Bukele years?
She outlines the abandonment of due process and protections against state terror, highlighting the plight of the innocent imprisoned without trials.
The Grim Side of El Salvador's "Security Model"
Q: Could you give us a quick overview to make sure everybody knows what we're talking about?
Dr. Magaloni summarizes the erosion of democracy under Bukele, including packing the Supreme Court and constitutional changes enabling a potential lifetime presidency.
"We Are in the Middle of a New Family Separation Crisis"
Q: What conditions are pregnant and lactating women facing in detention?
Pregnant women are not receiving appropriate health care and nutritional support, which leads to serious health risks for both them and their babies.
"We Are in the Middle of a New Family Separation Crisis"
Q: Is the ICE detention system meant to be a punishment for migrants?
No, it is meant to ensure that migrants show up for their hearings, rather than serving as a punishment.

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Recent guests on Latin America Today include:

1. Dr. Ricardo Valencia
2. Dr. Beatriz Magaloni
3. Diana Flórez
4. Zain Lakhani
5. Brigitte Baltazar Lujano
6. Isabel Pereira
7. Ruth López
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