PODCAST
NAFTA
by LatinPulse
This set organizes programs in the "Latin Pulse" series that discuss the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
Episodes
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The Political & Economic Forecast for Latin America in 2016 (Lp1152016)
Looking ahead at what appear to be the key issues for 2016 in Latin America is the mission for Latin Pulse this week. The program includes an in-depth and extended discussion with a director of one of the top research centers reviewing Latin American affairs and includes in-depth discussion of...
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Evaluating the Trans-Pacific Partnership & Debt Crisis in Puerto Rico (Lp10302015)
Trade, finance and economics provide the main themes on Latin Pulse this week. The program gives an in-depth analysis of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and what obstacles it faces in the U.S. Congress and the U.S. political system. The program also reviews the current status of the debt…
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Finance & Trade: Analyzing the Trans-Pacific Partnership & Debt Crisis in Puerto Rico (Lp6122015)
Trade and financial concerns provide the central themes this week on Latin Pulse as the program focuses on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the debt crisis in Puerto Rico. With the U.S. Congress split over the TPP, the program debriefs an economic expert on how the proposed trade pact will...
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Exploring Puerto Rico & the Special Ties between Mexico and the U.S. (Lp5262015)
Originating in Puerto Rico this week, "Latin Pulse" takes a look at the status of the island and whether there is movement forward on a change to statehood or independence. The program also covers the issues of identity, culture and economics facing the island commonwealth. The program also…
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Rejoining the Immigration Debate & Revisiting the Zapatistas (Lp2062015)
The debate over immigration in the U.S. took center stage in Washington, DC, and with the U.S. Congress this week, and that provides one of the main themes for this edition of Latin Pulse this week. The program looks at the historical context of the immigration debate and analyzes the potential…
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The Tequila Special (Lp12192014)
In this special edition of "Latin Pulse," we dip into the holiday spirit, literally, by exploring the spirit of tequila. The program includes an in-depth discussion of the business and economics surrounding the trade of tequila and how the taste for tequila has changed, propelled by the North...
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Presidential Elections in Colombia & Critiquing NAFTA (Lp5232014)
This week, Latin Pulse originates at the Latin American Studies Association (LASA) Congress in Chicago, with a look at both elections and economics in the region. The program looks forward to the presidential elections in Colombia this weekend and provides a preview of the race. The program also...
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Mexico: The Knights Templar Cartel & the Zapatista Revolt 20 Years Later (Lp4252014)
Turmoil and violence in Mexico, both past and present provide the themes this week on "Latin Pulse." The program discusses the impact of Mexico's drug cartels on the agricultural sector including the trade in limes and avocados. The program analyzes the impact of the Knights Templar cartel on the...
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Venezuela: Discussing the Protest Movement & Memorializing Chavez (Lp2282014)
The violent protests that have rocked Venezuela this month provide the central theme this week on Latin Pulse. The program analyzes the politics of both the opposition and the government of President Nicolas Maduro. In reflection, the program also looks at the legacy of the late President Hugo...
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Evaluating Mexico's President, NAFTA & U.S. Policies (Lp1162014)
Economic and political reforms in Mexico are the centerpieces of analysis on “Latin Pulse” this week. The program also covers new violence and concerns over the security situation in Mexico. The analysis spends considerable timing assessing the first year in office of President Enrique Pena…
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Examining Espionage in Latin America & Oil Politics in Mexico (Lp8232013)
Espionage and the fallout from the Edward Snowden case are resonating through Latin America and “Latin Pulse” looks closely at the issues. The program focuses on the conflicts between espionage and diplomacy in the region including more reactions from Brazil this week to the revelations of spying...
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Analyzing Obama's Trip to Mexico & Costa Rica (Lp5022013)
With the visit of President Barack Obama to Mexico and Central America this week Latin Pulse focuses on the agenda of the United States in the region. Obama has underlined the importance of trade and economic agreements that will frame this trip. However, the program also ranges into the issues…
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Corruption in Brazil & "The North American Idea" (Lp4202012)
Beyond the latest on the U.S. Secret Service's Colombian scandal, Latin Pulse looks at corruption and human rights concerns in Brazil, this week. The program also discusses the new book "The North American Idea," and what it says about U.S.-Mexico relations, NAFTA and other concerns. In-Depth...
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This set organizes programs in the "Latin Pulse" series that discuss the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
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