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The Americas Quarterly Podcast
The AQ Podcast is a conversation on politics and economics in Latin America hosted by Brian Winter, contributing editor for Americas Quarterly
Episodes
The Americas Quarterly PodcastCuba’s Post-Castro Chapter
Cuba’s political regime took a step into unknown territory on April 16, when Raúl Castro announced he was stepping down as head of the ruling party. The change…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastCrisis on Venezuela's Border
What’s driving an outbreak of violence on Venezuela’s border with Colombia? What does it say about Nicolás Maduro, who appears stronger than he was six months…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastPeru's Risky Election
On April 11, Peruvians will head to the polls to elect their fifth president in less than four years. An unpopular, crowded field of candidates adds to the…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastA Border Crisis and Biden's $4 Billion Solution
A surge in migrants at the US-Mexico border has become the first big test for President Joe Biden's migration policy. It's also giving new urgency to a $4…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastEl Salvador’s Nayib Bukele: Strong and Getting Stronger
In the year since President Nayib Bukele marched soldiers into El Salvador’s legislative assembly, his critics say the leader’s threat to democracy has only…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastA Tale of Two Colombias
Colombia reported some good news in 2020: The country’s homicide rate was its lowest in nearly five decades. But continued violence in rural communities – and…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastWhat to Know About Ecuador's Election
There are 16 candidates in Ecuador’s presidential election scheduled for Feb. 7, but polls suggest voters aren’t too excited about any of them. Whoever they…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastLatin America and Joe Biden in 2021
After a year like 2020, no one can confidently predict what the next 12 months will bring Latin America. What's clear, however, is that 2021 may be as…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastBolivia: Surprising Reasons for Optimism
When Luis Arce swore in as Bolivia's president a month ago, he confronted a dizzying host of challenges: a public health emergency, a polarized electorate, and…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastThe Mexico-US Relationship After Cienfuegos
The arrest – and return – of General Salvador Cienfuegos by U.S. authorities were both surprising developments in what has already turned out to be an…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastBrazil's Bolsonaro Faces Life After Trump
Joe Biden - not Donald Trump - will be the next U.S. president. What does that mean for Trump's biggest fan in South America, Jair Bolsonaro? How might a Biden…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastChile’s Road Ahead to a New Constitution
Chileans voted overwhelmingly to embark on what will be a long, expensive and imperfect journey to a new constitution. Despite the challenges, there's plenty…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastWhat a Second Trump Term Would Mean for Latin America
Like his presidency in general, Donald Trump’s relationship with Latin America has not been without surprises. Among them: his unexpectedly close relationship…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastArgentina’s Post-COVID Consensus Is Unraveling
The early days of the pandemic saw Argentines rally around their new president, Alberto Fernández. But “those days are over,” says pollster Alejandro…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastVenezuela's Opposition Looks for a Plan
Amid a pandemic and ongoing food shortages, politics isn't exactly the top priority for many Venezuelans. But fresh divisions within the country's opposition…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastThe Lozoya Case Shaking Mexico: What to Expect
The corruption case against former Pemex CEO Emilio Lozoya has turned Mexican business and politics upside down. But how much will the case ultimately change -…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastFinding Nuance in Brazil's Crisis
The situation in Brazil "feels pretty bad right now," says Arminio Fraga, a policy expert and former central bank chief. But on the podcast this week, Fraga…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastWhat a Biden Presidency Would Mean for Latin America
"The countries of the hemisphere are at an inflection point," writes Juan S. Gonzalez, a former special advisor to Vice President Joe Biden, in a new op-ed for…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastLatin America's Cities Are Changing – Maybe Forever
Today, the density and informality that often define Latin American cities have made them particularly vulnerable to the coronavirus. But that doesn't mean…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastGrading Iván Duque’s Pandemic Politics
Colombia has seen relative success controlling the outbreak of COVID-19, providing a needed boost in citizens’ confidence in President Iván Duque. But that…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastBolivia's Polarizing Political Crisis Rolls On
Jeanine Áñez ascended to Bolivia's presidency on a promise to hold elections that could move the country out of a bitter political crisis. Seven months later…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastRiots in the U.S. and Aftershocks in Latin America
Scenes of rioting and police brutality in the U.S. are a reminder of the deepening crisis across the Americas. Pressures on civil liberties are already high…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastAnother Default? What It Means for Argentina
For the third time in just two decades, Argentina finds itself on the brink of defaulting on its foreign debt. As the government rushes to reach a deal with…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastFrontline Doctors on COVID-19’s Lessons for Latin America
As it tears through Latin America, the coronavirus has highlighted both the impact of smart governance, as well as the toll of the region’s inequality. On the…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastIs Jair Bolsonaro's Government Doomed?
The resignation of Brazil's popular Justice Minister Sérgio Moro shook Brazilian politics on April 24, but its ripples are still being felt. Political analyst…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastColombia and Peru's Struggle to Protect Venezuelans
Colombia and Peru have taken in more Venezuelan migrants than any other country. But as the coronavirus spreads, the story of their warm welcome threatens to…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastMexico's Conservative Response to COVID-19
As other Latin American governments pass big stimulus packages to fight the COVID-19 outbreak, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has opted for…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastCan China Save Latin America Again?
China was instrumental in helping Latin America weather the last global financial crisis. Can it do so again? The coming recession could offer the superpower a…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastThe Hard Choices Facing Brazil's Government
Governments across Latin America are urgently trying to find the right balance between protecting jobs and protecting public health. Perhaps nowhere has the…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastThe Coronavirus' Economic Toll on Latin America
The coronavirus has sent a devastating shock throughout the global economy. How vulnerable is Latin America? Which countries are best prepared to handle it?…
The Americas Quarterly PodcastChile’s Constitution Gamble
Polls show Chile wants to replace its dictatorship-era constitution. But is a new constitution what’s best for Chile? Patricio Navia, an AQ columnist and…