Regional Round-Up: Election Run-Off Candidates Confirmed in Peru; Economic Crisis Brings Argentine Beef Consumption to Lowest Level in 20 Years; Political Violence in Colombia

Regional Round-Up: Election Run-Off Candidates Confirmed in Peru; Economic Crisis Brings Argentine Beef Consumption to Lowest Level in 20 Years; Political Violence in Colombia

Author: Latin America Correspondent May 17, 2026 Duration: 4:59
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a round-up and analysis of news from across the region. To support the show or get in touch, email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com Support the show

Tune in for sharp, on-the-ground perspectives from across a continent often misunderstood. Latin America Correspondent brings you the voice of Jon Bonfiglio, whose independent commentary and analysis cut through the noise. This isn't just a headline recap; it's about connecting the dots between politics, economics, culture, and even the passion of sports to reveal the real stories shaping nations from Mexico to Argentina. Each episode feels like a direct briefing, informed by years of reporting and featured insights from major outlets like The Times, talkRADIO, LBC, and ABC. You'll hear nuanced discussions that go beyond stereotypes, offering clarity on complex events and introducing you to the forces driving change. For anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this dynamic region, this podcast serves as an essential, reliable guide. Expect thoughtful analysis that makes sense of the news and reveals the human stories behind it, all delivered with the authority of a seasoned correspondent who calls Latin America his beat.
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Podcast Episodes
Mass Protests, Political Crisis in Bolivia [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:26
Massive anti-government protests have paralyzed Bolivia, with thousands of miners, farmers, teachers, and political factions clashing violently with riot police in the capital city of La Paz. Demonstrators are demanding…
Sheinbaum’s Predicament: Part Four - Breaking Point [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:27
With news of CIA covert operations in Mexico and DEA evidence to the US Senate exacerbating US-Mexico tensions, it now looks as though the situation is at breaking point. To support the show or get in touch email latinam…
US Returns Focus to Cuba [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:28
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Rosie Wright for Times Radio. Support the show
50 Years of Argentina on Film - with Abla Kandalaft [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:52
The Garden Cinema in London is presenting a selection of films from the last five decades that explore how Argentine society has grappled with the aftermath of the military coup of 1976. Speaking about the programme is A…
Questions After Lula White House Visit [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 4:04
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at emerging questions from the Lula/Trump summit, alongside a leak of right-wing destabilisation plans for the region. Support the show