Episodes
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The Continuing Resonance of the Life & Death of Chilean Teacher, Poet & Singer-Songwriter Victor Jara
Chilean cultural icon Victor Jara was arrested by the Chilean military shortly after Augusto Pinochet's 11 September 1973 coup, overthrowing President Salvador Allende. Jara was tortured, and shot, his body discarded in the street. In life, Jara was a potent cultural figure; in death he would...
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New Era for Colombia with de la Espriella Accession
Colombian lawyer, businessman, and politician Abelardo de la Espriella has been sworn in as president of Colombia, marking a 180 degree shift in policies in the country, in particular as regards its search for peace. Support the show
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Art, Colonialism & the Gelman Collection
On Times Radio with Henry Bonsu, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio and curator & historian Francisco Berzunza break down the story of the Gelman Collection, its current controversy and implications. Support the show
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Nicaragua's President Ortega Says No More Elections
Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega said his country will no longer be holding elections, a statement underscoring the absence of political freedom in the country, and extending his 20-year rule. Support the show
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US Judge Sets Trial Date for Nicolas Maduro
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the latest news regarding Nicolas Maduro’s trial in the United States. Support the show
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Dramatic Drop in Amazon Deforestation
On LBC, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio breaks down the reasons for the historic slowing of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest. Support the show
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Regional Round-Up: Argentina Loses Ill-Tempered World Cup Final; Venezuela Earthquake Update; ICE Killings Latest; El Mayo Zambada Sentenced to Life in Prison
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a round-up of news from the region. Support the show
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Politics Gatecrashes Argentina-England World Cup Semi-Final
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Carole Walker for Times Radio. Support the show
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England vs. Argentina in Historic World Cup Semi-Final: The Argentine Perspective
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Stig Abell for Times Radio. Support the show
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Chipotle Mexican Grill Opens First Restaurant in Mexico
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with the controversial news of the fact that Chipotle Mexican Grill is officially opening its very first restaurant in Mexico. Support the show
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How Racial History, Extermination & Annihilation of Peoples in Argentina Fans Racism
Continuing on from a report on recent racist incidents at the World Cup, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio revisits the story and delves into Argentine history to contextualise the long story of racism in the country, and the surrounding area. Support the show
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Sufferers of Havana Syndrome Awarded Compensation by US Govt
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the latest regarding Havana Syndrome, the mysterious neurological condition reported by spies, diplomats and their families, originating at the US Embassy in Havana, Cuba. Support the show
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Paraguay & Argentina in World Cup Racism Controversy
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Times Radio about the racism controversy generated for Paraguay and Argentina around the World Cup. Support the show
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Mexico Calls for Criminal Charges Over Deaths of 17 Nationals in ICE Custody
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at how the Sheinbaum administration is raising the stakes still further with the US, now over the deaths of Mexican nationals in migrant custody, as well as this week's killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston. Support the show
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Mexico Calls for Clarification Over Zambada Kidnap After FBI Displays Plane Used at Museum
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with analysis from the ongoing tension between the USA and Mexico over the 2024 covert kidnap of the Sinaloa Cartel's 'El Mayo' Zambada. Support the show
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Regional Round-Up: Latest from Venezuela; Cuba Suffers New Nationwide Blackout; LAC Bloc Adopts Ethical AI Declaration
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 [email protected] Support the show
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An Instant Classic: Mexico vs. England at the Estadio Azteca a World Cup Match for the Ages
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Ian Payne for LBC. Support the show
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England Obsesses Over Mexico City's Altitude & Thunderstorms Ahead of World Cup Match with Mexico
Speaking to Rosie Wright for Times Radio, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio reports from Mexico City ahead of the highly anticipated World Cup Match between Mexico and England. Support the show
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Ecuador Navigate Mexico City’s Complexities, Even Before the Football
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio details the complexities between Ecuador and Mexico ahead of their teams' World Cup tie, as well as the Ecuadorean squad's difficulties navigating Mexico City. Support the show
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Keiko Fujimori Wins Peru's Presidential Election
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with news of the fact that after weeks of reviewing ballots, Peru's electoral commission has declared Keiko Fujimori the next president of the country. Support the show
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Venezuela Earthquake + 5 Days
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the current situation in Venezuela, 5 days after the earthquakes struck. Support the show
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Latin America & Caribbean Nations After the World Cup Group Stages - with Paul Schmidt-Troschke
In this joint recording alongside the World Cup Football etc podcast, Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke report on the performances at the World Cup of sides from Latin America and the Caribbean. Support the show
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Venezuela Earthquake + 48hrs
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the current situation in Venezuela, 48hrs after the earthquakes struck. Support the show
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Venezuela Earthquake + 30hrs
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Guto Harri for Times Radio. Support the show
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Twin Earthquakes Strike Caracas
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Richard Spurr for LBC. Support the show
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Latin America & the US: World Cup; de la Aspriella Wins in Colombia; Trump's Regional Multi-Level Political Enforcement; Pemex & Petrobras Announce Partnership in the Gulf of Mexico
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio in conversation with journalist Julia Tilton from The Daily Yonder, the US's only national news organization for rural people and places. To read the Wall Street Journal article referenced in the podcast, copy and paste the link below:...
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Right-Winger de la Aspriella Poised to Win Tightest Election in Colombian History
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Darryl Morris for Times Radio. Support the show
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Presidential Run-Off in Colombia - What's At Stake
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Darryl Morris for Times Radio. Support the show
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Regional Round-Up: Colombian Election: Keiko Fujimori Likely Winner in Peru; Bolivia Declares State of Emergency Over Protests
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 [email protected] Support the show
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Estadio Neza - Mexico’s Historic, Forgotten Stadium
In 1986, on the outskirts of Mexico City, Estadio Neza played host to World Cup matches and electrified the people of Ciudad Nezahualcóyotl. Today, this icon of history is largely forgotten. Support the show
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Cuba Approves Unprecedented Economic Reforms
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Tmes Radio, + Extras. Support the show
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Study Finds Digital Platforms in Latin America Pushing Kids to Harmful Content - with Marie-Eve Nadeau
Joining the podcast is Marie-Ève NadeEAU, Head of International Affairs at the 5Rights Foundation, which leads global efforts to embed children’s rights, safety, and privacy by design and default in technology governance. Marie-Eve was talking about a new report published by 5Rights Foundation,...
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Regional Round-Up: Haiti Latest; Peru Election Impossible to Call; Bill to Ban Female Genital Mutilation Passes in Colombia; US Strikes Tren de Aragua Leader in Venezuela
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 [email protected] Support the show
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What Lies Beneath the 70% Approval Ratings of Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the media coverage declaring Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum to be the world's most popular left-wing leader. Support the show
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Patagonia vs. Pattie Gonia
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the unique battle between clothing company Patagonia, and drag artist Pattie Gonia. Support the show
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World Cup 2026: High Tension in Mexico City - with Paul Schmidt-Troschke
Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke talk on Mexico City's difficulties on the eve of the World Cup. Support the show
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Latin America & the US: Sanctions on Nicaragua; Military Strikes, Sanctions & Political Pressure - Hallmarks of Trump's Latin America Policy
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio in conversation with journalist Julia Tilton from The Daily Yonder, the US's only national news organization for rural people and places. To read or listen to the NPR interview referenced in the podcast, copy and paste the link below:...
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Peru's Election Result on a Knife-Edge
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the second round of Peru's Election, what it means and what lies ahead. Support the show
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World’s Eyes on Mexico Ahead of World Cup; Argentina Traces Hantavirus Transmission Chain; Peru’s Second-Round Election
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Olly Mann for Times Radio. Support the show
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Remembering Totó la Momposina
Celebrating the incredible life and music of legendary Colombian folk singer Totó la Momposina. Support the show
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Regional Round-Up: Trump Intervenes in Colombia's Election; Teachers Strike in Mexico Threatens World Cup Chaos; Mysterious Billboards Emerge in Paraguay
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 [email protected] Support the show
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Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election: Analyzing First Round Results
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the numbers which have emerged from the first round, and what they mean. Support the show
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High Stakes for Colombia
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Carole Walker for Times Radio. Support the show
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Election Day in Colombia
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Darryl Morris for Times Radio. Support the show
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Colombia Election Preview & Mexico's Law to Reject Election Interference
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Times Radio. Support the show
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Bolivia: Protests Take Country to Breaking Point
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the latest from the widespread protests which have crippled La Paz and represent an existential threat for the government of Rodrigo Paz, Support the show
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Latin America & the US: Texas Primaries; Record ICE suicides
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio in conversation with journalist Julia Tilton from The Daily Yonder, the US's only national news organization for rural people and places. Support the show
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Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election: The Candidates
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a new series on Colombia's general election, with a look at the main candidates for the presidency. Support the show
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Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election: The Scourge of Drone Attacks
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a new series on Colombia's general election, starting with a look at the fear and actuality of violence, specifically that being employed by drones. Support the show
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Regional Round-Up: Maria Corina Machado Vows Return to Venezuela; Mexico Advances Legislation to Annul Elections Compromised by Foreign Interference; Bolivia Protests Continue
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 [email protected] Support the show
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