Best Javier Aguilar Podcasts (2024)

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Indestructible: Palestine - Solidarity from Latin America w/ Nathalia Urban and Anthony Loewenstein. 1:05:19

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In the 25th and sadly last episode of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to journalists Nathalia Urban about solidarity from Brazil and Latin America towards Palestine following Israel's ongoing attacks since 7 October 2023. He also speaks to journalist Anthony Loewenstein about how Israel exports its technology to Latin America. Nathália Urban…

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Indestructible: Argentina's Far-Right President Javier Milei w/ Francisco Dominguez 31:43

7M ago31:43

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In episode 24 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to academic Francisco Dominguez about Argentina's new far-right president Javier Milei. An expert on Latin American politics, Dr Francsico Domiguez is a former senior lecturer at Middlesex University in the UK and co-editor of ‘Right-Wing Politics in the New Latin America: Reaction and Revolt’…

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The Americas Uncovered: Britain and the Other 9/11 w/ John McEvoy 57:39

8M ago57:39

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In episode eight of our podcast The Americas Uncovered, host Dr Peter Watt of Sheffield University in the UK, speaks to John McEvoy about 'Britain and the Other 9/11', the forthcoming he is co-directing, and his investigative journalism on the UK's role in Latin America more broadly. This podcast was recorded an in-person event - more info here. Jo…

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Indestructible: Beatriz Allende - A Revolutionary Life in Cold War Latin America w/ Tanya Harmer 40:18

10M ago40:18

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In episode 23 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Tanya Harmer about her latest book ‘Beatriz Allende: A Revolutionary Life in Cold War Latin America'. Dr Tanya Harmer is a specialist on the Cold War in Latin America with a particular interest in the international, transnational and global dynamics of the struggle. She has written widely o…

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Indestructible: Puerto Rico's Struggle for Independence w/ Margaret Power 38:47

11M ago38:47

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In episode 22 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks Margaret Power about her latest book book ‘Solidarity Across the Americas: The Puerto Rican Nationalist Party and Anti-Imperialism.’ Margaret Power is professor emerita of history at the Illinois Institute of Technology in the USA. https://alborada.net/https-alborada-net-indestructible-episode…

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The Americas Uncovered: Chile's Chicago Boys w/ Maria Vásquez Aguilar & Pablo Navarrete 40:11

12M ago40:11

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In episode seven of our podcast The Americas Uncovered, host Dr Peter Watt of Sheffield University in the UK, speaks to Maria Vásquez Aguilar and Pablo Navarrete following an in-person screening of the documentary, The Chicago Boys. Event info here. Next UK screening: 11 September 2023 (Garden Cinema/London). Maria is a PhD candidate at the Univers…

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The Americas Uncovered: Central American Migration & US Intervention w/ Jorge Cuellar 1:15:51

1y ago1:15:51

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In episode sixof our podcast The Americas Uncovered, host Dr Peter Watt of Sheffield University in the UK, speaks to Jorge E. Cuellar about his research on Central American Studies, Cultural Studies, Race, Migration, and Critical Social Theory. Jorge E. Cuellar is Assistant Professor, Latin American, Latino & Caribbean Studies at Dartmouth College,…

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Indestructible: The Politics of Nicaragua w/ Dan Kovalik 43:18

1y ago43:18

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In episode 21 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to author, lawyer and human rights activist Dan Kovalik about Nicaraguan politics, past and present. **Indestructible: Latin America with Rodrigo Acuña is an Alborada podcast bringing you monthly discussions with some of the most interesting voices working on and from Latin America.** Presente…

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The Americas Uncovered: Coup w/ Linda Farthing & Thomas Becker 1:08:31

1y ago1:08:31

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In episode five of our podcast The Americas Uncovered, host Dr Peter Watt of Sheffield University in the UK, speaks to Linda Farthing and Thomas Becker about their book, Coup: A Story of Violence and Resistance in Bolivia. The book dissects the events around the 2019 coup against the government of Evo Morales following his victory in the presidenti…

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Indestructible: Beyond the Headlines - Mexico’s President Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) w/ Étienne von Bertrab 38:00

1y ago38:00

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In episode 20 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to academic Étienne von Bertrab about the presidency of Andrés Manuel López Obrador (AMLO) in Mexico. **Indestructible: Latin America with Rodrigo Acuña is an Alborada podcast bringing you monthly discussions with some of the most interesting voices working on and from Latin America.** Present…

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Latin America, Mainstream Media Misrepresentation & the Independent Media Fightback 1:17:18

1y ago1:17:18

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In London recently for the Latin America Adelante Conference, Alborada organised the panel 'Latin America, Mainstream Media Misrepresentation & the Independent Media Fightback'. The panel was organised in association with the Independent Media Association. For more information on the panel including the list of speakers, click here. Panel recorded …

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Cuban Socialism vs US Sanctions w/ Helen Yaffe 53:01

1y ago53:01

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Despite brutal US sanctions that have had a major impact on everyday life for its citizens, Cuba's commitment to internationalism and anti-imperialism continues to burn brightly. Cuba expert Helen Yaffe discussed the situation in Cuba today, and what the recent wave of progressive governments in Latin America means for the island, with Alborada co-…

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The Importance of Independent Media in Covering Brazil w/ Nathália Urban 11:11

1+ y ago11:11

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With corporate media increasingly concentrated in elite hands, independent media has an important role to play in providing accurate reporting on Brazil and elsewhere. Brazilian journalist Nathália Urban discussed the topic with Peter Watt at London's Latin America Adelante Conference in late January. Peter Watt teaches on Latin America at Sheffiel…

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Far-Right Challenges Facing the Lula Presidency w/ Francisco Domínguez 14:02

1+ y ago14:02

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In London recently for the Latin America Adelante Conference, academic and author Francisco Domínguez spoke to Peter Watt about what the government of Lula Da Slva can expect from the Brazilian far-right and strategies for confronting it. Dr Francisco Dominguez is a Chilean academic and author based at Middlesex University in the UK. Peter Watt tea…

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15 | Here to make a positive change | with entrepreneur James Yau 40:43

1+ y ago40:43

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Welcome to our podcast episode with James Yau, where we explore innovative solutions for the agriculture industry. Our guest today is a seasoned management consultant with over 24 years of experience working in over 26 countries. He has worked with governments, private sector organizations, family offices, and multinational corporations such as Koc…

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14 | Women of Hong Kong | with founder Sarah Vee 32:19

1+ y ago32:19

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Episode Summary Sarah Vee is the Founder of Women of Hong Kong, a digital platform that connects women with the common belief that we are stronger together, providing opportunities for women to collaborate and learn from each other’s mistakes and experiences. In the episode, Sarah talks about her journey, the challenges of building a community, per…

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The Americas Uncovered: Revolution in Development w/ Christy Thornton 47:54

1+ y ago47:54

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You can now listen to episode four of our podcast, The Americas Uncovered, hosted by Dr Peter Watt of Sheffield University in the UK. In this episode, Peter speaks to Christy Thornton, Assistant Professor in the Sociology Department at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, USA, about her book Revolution in Development: Mexico and the Governance of…

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Indestructible: Uncovering the UK's Machinations in Latin America w/ John McEvoy 37:39

1+ y ago37:39

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In episode 19 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to investigate journalist John McEvoy about his work uncovering the UK government's anti-democratic machinations in Latin America. **Indestructible: Latin America with Rodrigo Acuña is an Alborada podcast bringing you monthly discussions with some of the most interesting voices working on and …

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Chile: 50 Years of Solidarity and Struggle 59:47

1+ y ago59:47

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In London recently for the Latin America Adelante Conference, Alborada organised the panel 'Chile: 50 Years of Solidarity and Struggle'. The panel was organised in association with Chile 50 Years UK. For more information on the panel including the list of speakers, click here. Panel recorded by Peter Watt, host of the Alborada podcast The Americas …

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Challenges for the Chilean Left w/ Melany Cruz 10:48

1+ y ago10:48

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In London recently for the Latin America Adelante Conference, Melany Cruz, a Chilean writer and academic, spoke to Peter Watt about the challenges facing the Chilean Left under Gabriel Boric's government. Melany Cruz is Lecturer in Politics of the Global South at Leicester University and has written on Chilean politics for a number of media outlets…

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Nicaragua & International Solidarity with Latin America w/ Dan Kovalik 14:28

1+ y ago14:28

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In London recently for the Latin America Adelante Conference, Peter Watt spoke to US author, lawyer and activist about international solidarity with Latin America. Dan Kovalik is the author of several books on the region, including his most recent, Nicaragua: A History of US Intervention and Resistance. Dan is also a longtime campaigner for human r…

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13 | Making people smile | with entrepreneur Benny Cullen 40:09

1+ y ago40:09

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Benny Cullen is an entrepreneur based in Hong Kong. What characterizes Benny’s business projects is a clear goal: “Making people smile, making people happy.” He accomplishes this through sports and entertainment, TV & Radio, as a DJ and Podcast Host! In the episode, we talk about his journey, the challenges to building different businesses, habits …

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The Americas Uncovered: Mexico's Spectres of Revolution w/ Alexander Aviña 58:42

1+ y ago58:42

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You can now listen to episode three of our podcast, The Americas Uncovered, hosted by Dr Peter Watt of Sheffield University in the UK. In this episode, Peter speaks to Alex Aviña, Associate Professor of History at Arizona State University (ASU) in the USA, about his book Specters of Revolution: Peasant Guerrillas in the Cold War Mexican Countryside…

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Indestructible: The Coup against Peru's Pedro Castillo w/ Zoe Alexandra 33:43

1+ y ago33:43

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In episode 18 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Zoe Alexandra about the December 2022 soft coup in Peru by the country’s right-wing congress against the democratically elected progressive president Pedro Castillo. Zoe Alexandra is a journalist and co-editor of Peoples Dispatch. She covers social movements and leftist politics in Latin Am…

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Indestructible: Latin America at the 2022 FIFA Men's World Cup. W/ Ollie Vargas 34:47

1+ y ago34:47

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In episode 17 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Ollie Vargas about Latin American football, the region's connection to the FIFA men's World Cup and some of the politics surrounding Qatar’s hosting of the tournament in 2022. A Bolivian based journalist, Vargas is the co-founder of Kawsachun News and South American Fútbol. Ollie is also th…

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Indestructible: Operation Condor Through Film. W/ Rodrigo Vázquez 31:29

1+ y ago31:29

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In episode 16 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Argentinian filmmaker Rodrigo Vázquez about Operation Condor, a coordinated operation between the intelligence organisations of the dictatorships of the southern cone of South America during the 1970s and 80s. The director of the 2003 film ‘Plan Condor: Axis of Evil’, Rodrigo Vázquez has ma…

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The Americas Uncovered: Central America's Forgotten History w/ Aviva Chomsky 38:57

1+ y ago38:57

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You can now listen to episode two of our new podcast, The Americas Uncovered, hosted by Dr Peter Watt of Sheffield University in the UK. In this episode, Peter speaks to Aviva Chomsky, Professor of Latin American Studies at Salem State University in Massachusetts, USA, about her recent book Central America’s Forgotten History: Revolution, Violence,…

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The Americas Uncovered: The Condor Trials W/ Francesca Lessa 53:11

1+ y ago53:11

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In the first episode of our new podcast The Americas Uncovered, host Dr Peter Watt speaks to Dr Francesca Lessa about her book The Condor Trials: Transnational Repression and Human Rights in South America. 28 November 2022 marks 47 years since the beginning of Operación Cóndor (Operation Condor) a US government backed campaign of state terrorism im…

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12 | Creating your Dream Life | with Digital Nomad Jaime Pichardo 35:38

1+ y ago35:38

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Jaime is a Digital Nomad currently based out of Cyprus (for now). With a clear goal to living off his passions while having geographical independence, Jaime shares his story to becoming a Digital Nomad, living in multiple countries while working for different companies simultaneously. In the episode, we talk about his journey, the challenges of a d…

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Analysing AMLO: Mexico under López Obrador (Alborada Online) 1:45:22

1+ y ago1:45:22

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As Mexican president Andrés Manuel López Obrador approaches four years in office, our panel analyses advances and challenges under his government. The 2018 election of Andrés Manuel López Obrador raised hope that Mexico could change direction from the neoliberal policies of his predecessors and a new approach to the drugs war that has left over 200…

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Alborada Online: Brazil's Presidential Election Run-Off - What's At Stake? 1:33:25

1+ y ago1:33:25

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Our panel analyses what’s at stake for Brazil and beyond as former president Lula Da Silva faces incumbent Jair Bolsonaro in a 30 October election run-off. Event held on 12 September 2022: https://alborada.net/watch-brazils-presidential-election-run-off-whats-at-stake-alborada-online/By Alborada

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17: Brazilian Election update (Juliano Fioro on Not The Andrew Marr Show) 11:23

1+ y ago11:23

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Alborada contributing editor Juliano Fiori joins 'Not PMQs' from Rio de Janiero to give an update on the Brazilian Presidential Election campaign.By Alborada

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11 | Building community | with entrepreneur Stephen 29:30

1+ y ago29:30

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Stephen is the founder of "House Manifest", a residential accelerator for nomadic entrepreneurs. Currently based in Thailand, Stephen shares his entrepreneurial journey and how he is able to live off his passion, building a community of digital nomads. In the episode, we talk about his amazing project and the keys that allow him to get there. In yo…

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Indestructible: El Salvador under Nayib Bukele. W/ Tatiana Marroquín 37:13

1+ y ago37:13

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In episode 15 of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Tatiana Marroquín about the record of El Salvador’s president Nayib Bukele. An independent economist, feminist and human rights activist based in El Salvador's capital, San Salvador, Tatiana also has post-graduate studies in finance and is a former legal analyst for the country's national a…

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What’s at Stake in the Brazilian Election. W/ Juliano Fiori 13:46

2y ago13:46

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Alborada contributing editor Juliano Fiori speaks to the UK’s Not the Andrew Marr Show about Brazil’s election and what might happen in the run-off on 30 October. Watch the video interview here. And register here to join our latest Alborada Online 'Brazil's Presidential Election Run-Off: What's At Stake?' on Tuesday 25 October (7pm London / 3pm Sao…

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16: Lessons from Latin America: The Rise of the Left, Resistance and Solidarity (Alborada TWT Session) 1:27:37

2y ago1:27:37

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Latin America is in the midst of a leftwing resurgence, a new “pink tide”, following the defeat of a US and UK sponsored coup in Bolivia and spectacular recent election victories in countries such as Honduras, Chile and, most recently, Colombia. With Brazil’s Workers’ Party polling strongly ahead of the October election, the Left is riding a resurg…

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15: Alborada Online: Chile's Constitutional Referendum Defeat - What Happened? 1:47:01

2y ago1:47:01

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Our panel analyses the 4 September referendum result in Chile, in which 62% of voters rejected a new progressive constitution. Event held on 12 September 2022: https://alborada.net/chile-constitution-reject-alborada-online/By Alborada

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10 | Better in bed | with sex coach Sarasense 35:06

2y ago35:06

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Sarasense is certified a sex coach and creator of the Podcast, Better in bed. Sara comes off more like a friend and less like some kind of Sexual Guru who is beyond your comprehension. That’s the way sex talk should be. One of her goals is to “make the world a more sex positive place”, where we can talk openly about our experiences. In this episode…

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14: Indestructible: Chile - A New Constitution? W/ Jorge Saavedra 37:56

2y ago37:56

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In episode fourteen of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Jorge Saavedra Utman who is a lecturer at the Faculty of Communication and Letters at the Universidad Diego Portales in Chile. A media expert, Jorge discusses the proposed progressive constitution which will be put to Chilean voters on 4 September possibly ending magna carta establish…

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09 | The entrepreneurial spirit | with Mahesh Harilela 49:01

2y ago49:01

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Our guest today embodies the entrepreneurial spirit, a creator of companies, a trader, a brand developer, a leading figure in renewable energy, agriculture and education, a Chairman, a CEO, a Board of Directors, and a Commercial Liaison this man has not only climbed the ladder multiple times, but he’s also created a few. Throughout his professional…

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13: Indestructible: Brazil’s 2022 Presidential Election. W/ Nathália Urban 32:35

2y ago32:35

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In the thirteenth episode of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Nathália Urban about Brazil's upcoming 2022 presidential elections. Nathália is a Brazilian journalist who writes for Brazil Wire, Brasil247 and Jacobin Brasil amongst others. https://alborada.net/indestructible-episode-13/ **Indestructible: Latin America with Rodrigo Acuña is a…

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12: Colombia’s Presidential Election: An Interview with Carlos Cruz Mosquera (June 2022) 50:11

2y ago50:11

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In this twelfth episode of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Carlos Cruz Mosquera about Colombia’s 2022 presidential election. Carlos is a Colombian PhD candidate and teaching associate at Queen Mary, University of London. https://alborada.net/indestructible/By Alborada

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11: Chile, from Allende to Boric: An Interview with Victor Figueroa Clark (April 2022) 1:11:16

2y ago1:11:16

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In this eleventh episode of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Dr Victor Figueroa Clark about Chilean politics and the recent election of former student leader Gabriel Boric as president. Victor is the author of Salvador Allende: Revolutionary Democrat (2013) https://alborada.net/indestructible/…

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08 | The ultimate journey | with World Traveller Thor 42:57

2+ y ago42:57

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Thor is travelling to EVERY country in the world WITHOUT flying! Back in 2013, Thor decided to travel around the world and visit every single country without flying. A land and sea journey to a total of 203 countries, which was originally estimated to end in 2018, is now estimated to be completed in 2023. Thor has now visited 195 and is on his way …

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10: The Making of ‘Venezuela: The Cost of Challenging an Empire’ (February 2022) 40:29

2+ y ago40:29

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In the tenth episode of Indestructible, Rodrigo introduces clips of three interviews with English-language Venezuela analysts in Caracas, Venezuela. Rodrigo spoke to them for the upcoming documentary he is producing with journalist Nicholas Ford titled ‘Venezuela: The Cost of Challenging an Empire’.By Alborada

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07 | Redefining curiosity | with TEDx Speaker & Podcaster Lou 33:53

2+ y ago33:53

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Lou is the Co-host of "HomeGrown", a podcast about the Black experience in Hong Kong and Asia. Lou has been an inspiring influence for the Black community, especially in Asia. Her message about using communication to improve relations across cultures and races have helped many people get free of the stigma and stereotypes that have plagued them. Re…

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06 | Cooking your Passion | with Entrepreneur Manu Lee 40:08

2+ y ago40:08

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Summary Manu Lee is an entrepreneur and founder of Burger Joys & Lucky Smash. Having spent almost a decade in the United States, Manu came home to Hong Kong with the same craving for burgers he had in LA. Unsatisfied with Hong Kong’s options, he decided to create his own burger with the flavours that the city desperately deserved. In this episode, …

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9: Venezuela’s Extraordinary Threat: An Interview with Joe Emersberger and Justin Podur (November 2021) 1:18:32

2+ y ago1:18:32

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In the ninth episode of Indestructible Podcast, Rodrigo speaks to Joe Emersberger and Justin Podur, authors of the new book Extraordinary Threat: The U.S. Empire, the Media, and Twenty Years of Coup Attempts in Venezuela (2021) https://alborada.net/indestructible/By Alborada

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8: The UK and Latin America: An Interview with Grace Livingstone (October 2021) 44:33

2+ y ago44:33

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In the eight episode of Indestructible Podcast Rodrigo interviews Grace Livingstone who is a journalist and academic, specialising in Latin American affairs. She has reported for the BBC World Service, The Guardian, The Observer, The Independent on Sunday and the New Statesman. She is an affiliated lecturer at the Centre of Latin American Studies, …

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7: CODEPINK’S Struggle for Peace: An Interview with Medea Benjamin (September 2021) 49:45

3y ago49:45

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In the seventh episode of Indestructible Rodrigo interviews Medea Benjamin about US foreign policy towards Afghanistan, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Israel and Palestine, Venezuela, Cuba and Peru. Medea is one of the United States’ most distinguished peace activists and the co-founder of both the women-led peace group CODEPINK and the human rights group Glo…

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