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The Latin American History Podcast aims to tell the story of Spanish and Portuguese America from its very beginnings up until the present day. Latin America’s history is home to some of the most exciting and unbelievable stories of adventure and exploration, and this podcast will tell these stories in all their glory. It will examine colonial society, slavery, and what life was like for the region’s inhabitants during this period. We will look at what caused the wars of independence, how the ...
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Conflictos del mundo que no hay que ignorar. Con Rafael Cavada.
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¿Tienes listo tu pasaporte? Espero que sí, porque estás a punto de embarcarte en un viaje de aprendizaje hacia un país que posiblemente nunca haya cruzado tus oídos.
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Guatemala is not usually thought of as an oil county, and that is of course, largely because it is not one. Today’s interviewee however, traces the fascinating story of a largely forgotten – and largely unrealised – oil rush which threatened to take place there, based on a resource which wasn’t there – or to put it more precisely – wasn’t there in …
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Today’s story is not about a specific event, but rather an overview of a place which might have been about as far from the forefront of the big events in Latin American history as it is possible to get, yet which saw a succession of bizarre occurrences across its history. Despite being uninhabited for most of human history, this remote atoll has dr…
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Today we have a special interview episode with Marcos Colón about his new book The Amazon in Times of War. The book is a collection of essays which detail Marcos' work in the Amazon rainforest, and chronicle the threats which the region, its people, and its non-human inhabitants face. In the interview we talk about how Brazil's recent political his…
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In the final part of our mini-series on Juan de Onate's time in New Mexico we follow him on his third journey, westwards in search of the Pacific Ocean, and then look at his fate and that of his colony. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b…
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Onate faces the first real resistance to his colony, and takes it badly. The Acoma massacre is probably the event of his conquests for which he is most well known. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcir…
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Today we start a three part series on the conquest of New Mexico. In this first episode we introduce Juan de Onate - the conquistador tasked with incorporating the territory into the Spanish empire, and follow him through the deserts of northern Mexico. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-con…
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In the second and final part of our mini-series on Mesoamerican food, we look at how West Africa, the USA, and the rest of Latin America have influenced the region's cuisine. Then, we look at drinks. Everyone and everything from protectionist tax laws and Filipino immigrants to Russian religious sects and smuggler-priests have played a role in the …
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The food of Mesoamerica (Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras) is perhaps the best in all of Latin America. In part one of two on the history of the region's cuisine, we look at how indigenous and European influences combined to create such a deep food culture. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcas…
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Today we look at a concept known as the black legend. There is no question that the Spanish conquests of Latin America were bloody affairs, and that conquest as a whole is not exactly pleasant. There is however a school a thought which argues that the Spanish were vilified for geo-political reasons, often hypocritically by those doing the vilifying…
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In this second and final part about the kingdom of the Itza, we tell the story of how it was conquered. Involved is an ambitious Spanish governor, some unauthorized diplomacy, and a recreation of the assault on Tenochtitlan Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: ht…
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In remote northern Guatemala is a beautiful old city built onto an island. The shores of the lake which surrounds it are peppered with unexcavated Maya ruins. Almost two centuries after the fall of the Aztec, a transplanted Maya kingdom ruled from this island, unmolested by the Spanish empire which had taken over most of the rest of the continent. …
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In 1695 Scotland decided to have a go at the new world colonisation which seemed to be benefiting its neighbours so much. They settled on Panama as they place to do it and almost the whole country was involved in funding the scheme. The story of the Darien colony would have a profound impact on the country - one which continues to define Scotland t…
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In 1911 American explorer Hiram Bingham stumbled upon the lost city of Machu Picchu - forgotten since it was abandoned by the Inca centuries before. That's the story at least, the reality is much more complex. Could he have done it without the help of Peruvians? Was he really the first outsider to get there? And what does it really mean for a ruin …
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A wave of disease is spreading, leading to the implementation of a vaccination campaign. Some among the population are suspicious and take to the streets to make their opposition clear. This story did not take place during the recent pandemic however, this episode is about an obscure uprising which took place in 20th century Brazil. Support this po…
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This is just a quick message to give an update a few changes I am planning to make to the podcast. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyPor Max Serjeant
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In the second part of our look at Latin America's musical traditions we examine the role that music plays in some fascinating indigenous traditions. We also see how European waltz and even medieval troubadour culture came to influence the sound of the region. Finally I talk about some of my favourite Latin artists making music today. Support this p…
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To celebrate the 100th episode of the Latin American History Podcast, today we have a special episode (the first of two parts) on Latin American music. In this one we look at the significant contribution made by Latin America's Afro-descended populations on many of the region's genres. We discuss some of the musical techniques used in genres such a…
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*Este no es un nuevo capítulo de Corresponsal*. Ante conflictos armados en distintos puntos del mundo, cabe preguntarse qué tan cerca estamos de una Tercera Guerra Mundial. Rafa Cavada recomienda un episodio del podcast La Ruta Secreta de Francisco Ortega.
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It has been quite a while since we looked at what was happening in Spain and Portugal, and while they have not often been directly relevant to the story of Latin America, things are about to change. In this episode we look at the contemporary kings of Iberia and why, although their reigns did saw huge growth in their New World empires, they general…
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In 1555 the Kingdom of France took the dramatic step of attempting to colonise Brazil. This was the first time that a non-Iberian nation had challenged Portuguese and Spanish hegemony on the continent and would set a precedent which would later be followed by other European powers. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-…
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Hugo Wong's book 'America's Lost Chinese' tells the fascinating - and often forgotten - story of a group of Chinese emigrees who made a home for themselves, first in California and then Mexico. It is a story which spans the full spectrum of human experience – involved in it are meetings with presidents and successful business ventures, but also rev…
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In the final part of our series on the conquest of Chile, the conquering stops and a long drawn-out war begins. This will begin a pattern which will continue to the present day, as the Mapuche people fiercely resist outside incursions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising I…
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The next phase of Valdivia's campaign was one of expansion. Things were going well, and new settlements were founded. It wasn't all easy however, he faced internal dissension and difficult weather slowed his progress. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://…
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Pese al nivel de conflictividad que caracteriza a la Macrozona Sur, el homicidio de tres carabineros en Cañete hizo al país avanzar hacia un tipo de ataque inédito. ¿Qué herramientas tiene el Estado para operar en situaciones como esta? ¿Qué leyes se pueden invocar ante crímenes de este? Rafa Cavada lo repasa en este capítulo.…
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After all his difficulties preparing for his expedition, Valdivia was finally ready to march down into central Chile. While what he found there wasn't as inhospitable as his countrymen back in Peru believed it to be, it wasn't easy either. The first years of his new colony were a constant struggle to survive as setbacks came from every direction. S…
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Today we start a series on the conquest of Chile. In today's episode we introduce the main protagonists, and the difficulties preparing for a venture which most Spaniards thought was madness. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva…
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Teherán culpa a Israel del ataque al consulado iraní en Siria, donde al menos siete miembros d la Guardia Revolucionaria iraní resultaron muertos. ¿Es este el antecedente para una escalada regional del conflicto? Rafael Cavada lo explica en este nuevo capítulo de Corresponsal.
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Almost at the same time that Miguel de Buria was founding his brief free kingdom, another man was doing the same in Panama. Bayano would prove to be even more of a problem for the Spanish than his counterpart in Venezuela. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: htt…
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Today's episode is an interview with Camilla Townsend about her new book The Aztec Myths. In it we discuss the origins of the Aztec, the workings of their calendar, the codices which provide us with a vital insight into the Aztec world, and how Aztec religious practices were impacted by Christianity after the conquest. The book can be pre-ordered h…
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By 1550 the slave trade had begun to form an important part of Spain's imperial economy, and increasing numbers of people were being imported to work in its plantations and mines. Where there are slaves however, there is resistance and in Venezuela a group managed to break free and form their independent settlement. This is the story of Miguel de B…
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After wasting a lot of time and money following rumours of riches and precious metals, De Coronado had a choice to make - go home, try to make the best of what he had found, or set off on another wild goose chase. The link to the article about the new research into De Coronado's route: https://knowridge.com/2024/02/scientists-discover-possible-coro…
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De Coronado set off to try and find Cibola following de Nizza's dubious directions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyPor Max Serjeant
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El Dorado wasn't the only mythical city which was inspiring the Spanish to march out into the unknown. Somewhere beyond the deserts of northern Mexico, it was thought that there was another. Today we follow de Coronado as he begins his search for the golden city of Cibola, and reunite with Estevanico who we met on the Narvaez expedition. Support th…
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Episodios de violencia, fenómenos migratorios y altibajos económicos han protagonizado las agendas de diversos países de América Latina. En este capítulo, Rafa Cavada repasa los temas que más preocupan en la región a través de los datos y estadísticas más recientes.
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Today we have a special episode - an interview with Allen Wells about his new book Latin America's Democratic Crusade. Allen's book examines the 20th century and argues that, despite the preoccupations within the USA about the Cold War, for many inside the region a different battle was playing out. Not Communism versus Capitalism, but democracy ver…
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Hace unos días, una explosión en las oficinas de Hamás en Beirut, en un suburbio controlado por Hezbolá, ha elevado la tensión en el sector, suscitando temores de que el conflicto entre Israel y Gaza se extienda más allá de la Franja. ¿Cuáles son las posibilidades de que eso ocurra? Rafa Cavada lo explica en este capítulo.…
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Un peligroso líder narcotraficante que se fugó de la cárcel, bandas criminales que controlan los centros penitenciarios y un estallido de violencia en las calles. En este capítulo de Corresponsal, Rafa Cavada entrega las claves para entender la crisis que azota a Ecuador.
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After finding it such hard going, today the Montejos will finish their conquest. That doesn't mean that it will be easy however, to go forwards they will have to take some more steps backwards. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Pri…
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Tras el anuncio de la firma del Decreto de necesidad y urgencia, la ejecución del programa económico de Javier Milei en Argentina se vuelve más compleja. Ante los anuncios de movilizaciones en su contra, el gallito del mandatario con la opinión pública para iniciar una nueva etapa.
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En este episodio Rafa Cavada recomienda Historia Freak, el podcast de Joaquín Barañao. En esta entrega, un repaso a los asombrosos detalles de la vida del Duce, el ateo que creó la Ciudad del Vaticano y el ex socialista que inspiró a Hitler y luego se alió con él.
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El juicio financiero más complicado en la historia moderna del Vaticano llegó a su fin y Rafael Cavada repasa la condena al cardenal Giovanni Angelo Becciu por diversos delitos financieros en este episodio.
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Montejo came back for another go at conquering the Yucatan, and this time he decided to approach it from a different angle. Would he be any more successful this time? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-latin-american-history-podcast/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://red…
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Una escalada de tensión se ha producido en la parte norte de Sudamérica. En los últimos días, se ha acrecentado la disputa que Venezuela y Guyana mantienen sobre el Esequibo, un área rica en petróleo y minerales que representa más de dos tercios del territorio guyanés. Rafa Cavada te cuenta los detalles del conflicto en este capítulo.…
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La OCDE publicó los resultados de una versión de la Prueba PISA, dando cuenta de una caída sin precedentes en el rendimiento de los estudiantes de 81 países. ¿Qué decisiones deberían tomar los líderes políticos para mejorar sus sistemas educativos? Rafa Cavada lo repasa en este capítulo.
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¿Existe algún tipo de reglamentación o protocolo para enfrentar eventuales nuevas amenazas tecnológicas que pongan en riesgo la seguridad de las personas e instituciones? Rafa Cavada repasa los beneficios y amenazas de la inteligencia artificial en este capítulo de Corresponsal.
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Dando un giro radical en la historia política de Argentina, el libertario Javier Milei fue electo presidente. Pese a su transversal victoria en las urnas, el principal desafío que deberá asumir el economista es el de reformar el país, tal como lo prometió, sin contar actualmente con una mayoría en el Congreso.…
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Los candidatos a la presidencia argentina se enfrentaron por última vez antes de las elecciones, y en este episodio de Corresponsal Rafa Cavada revisa los momentos destacados del debate.
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The Yucatan peninsula formed a big unconquered space between several of the Spanish empire's most important colonies. In 1526 a man named Francisco de Montejo decided it was time to try and bring it under his control. Upon arrival, he faced a difficult natural environment and a Maya population who had no intention of giving up their sovereignty. Su…
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La grave crisis humanitaria en Gaza ha dividido al mundo y comienzan a surgir matices a las posiciones asumidas cuando empezó el conflicto, que eran en su mayoría condenas a los actos de Hamás y apoyo casi irrestricto a Israel. Esto ha dejado a Benjamín Netanyahu en una difícil posición ante la comunidad internacional.…
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En un capítulo especial de Corresponsal, Rafa Cavada recibe a la periodista Soledad Agüero para conversar sobre lo que ha estado ocurriendo en Medio Oriente, donde nuestro corresponsal estuvo 10 días reporteando en terreno.
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