Latin America in Focus

Latin America in Focus

Author: AS/COA Online Language: English Episodes: 100
Latin America in Focus is a production of the Americas Society/Council of the Americas, offering a nuanced look at the forces shaping the region. This podcast moves beyond headlines to explore the interconnected stories of policy, markets, and societal change. Each episode features conversations with policymakers, analysts, and on-the-ground experts, providing context to complex issues like trade agreements, electoral shifts, and cultural movements. Listeners gain a clearer understanding of the business climate, investment opportunities, and the political dynamics influencing daily life from Mexico to Argentina. The discussion is grounded in research and a deep network of regional knowledge, aiming to connect global audiences to the pivotal trends redefining Latin America. Whether examining a new regulatory framework, the impact of a social movement, or the economic prospects of a specific industry, the analysis is both rigorous and accessible. Tune in for a thoughtful and forward-looking perspective that treats the region not as a monolith, but as a diverse collection of nations each with its own narrative. This podcast serves as an essential resource for anyone looking to deepen their comprehension of a rapidly evolving part of the world.
Episodes
What the Guacamaya Hacks Reveal about Latin American Militaries [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:59
In September, a group of hacktivists known as Guacamaya sparked reverberations across much of Latin America when it released millions of documents and emails from the military and police forces of Chile, Colombia, El Sal…
The Battle For Brazil's Divided Electorate [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:34
On October 2nd, Brazilians split the ballots—and the country—between former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and incumbent Jair Bolsonaro. Quaest pollster Felipe Nunes talks about whether the polls got the first round…
What Do We Really Know about the Latino Vote? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:43
Every election cycle, both Democrats and Republicans are reminded of the power of the Latino voter—who are now the second largest demographic group in the electorate. However, is either party’s approach to this group eff…
Mexico's March toward the 2024 Election [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:43
From the presidential state of the union to Independence Day, September in Mexico is a politically momentous time. This year, it saw President Andrés Manuel López Obrador usher through a deepening military control over p…
Kingmakers and Key Issues in Brazil's Lula–Bolsonaro Showdown [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:58
Pollster Felipe Nunes talks with AS/COA Online about swing votes, electoral issues, and what’s at stake for the Lula and Bolsonaro presidential campaigns ahead of the October 2 presidential election. In addition, John Ho…
Cyber Attacks In Costa Rica Expose A Regional Threat [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 21:05
Starting in April, Costa Rica experienced a debilitating cyberattack that crippled the government and the private sector’s ability to operate. It also served as a warning to countries across Latin America about how high…
How Latin America Is Fighting Inflation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:40
As economies around the world face inflationary pressures, they may want to check the Latin American playbook. Otaviano Canuto, fellow at the Policy Center for the New South and former World Bank president, talks about w…
Colombian Voters Buck the Presidential Status Quo [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:07
Colombians dealt a blow to the political status quo by picking two anti-establishment candidates to face off in the second round of their 2022 presidential election. The Washington Post’s Bogotá Bureau Chief, Samantha Sc…