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Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast

Soberanía Podcast

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast brings you news and analysis about Mexico from a grassroots and leftist perspective, helping English-language audiences better understand the country, its politics and players.

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01:05:40

Desperate Times, Desperate Measures: AMLO Victory on...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/09/17

In the face of the defeat, Mexico’s political opposition is taking desperate measures. They have dragged out former neoliberal President Ernesto Zedillo (of the corrupt PRI) to speak out against the Judicial Reform. Co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss this and the opposition’s virtual collapse after yet another loss, as well as the symbolism of AMLO signing the decree officially modifying the Constitution on September 15, Mexican Independence Day. In our Losers and Haters

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01:11:59

Democratizing the Courts: Mexico's Judicial Reform

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/09/10

Soberanía takes a deep dive into Morena’s Judicial Reform. Co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth start by providing an overview of what the constitutional reform actually intends to accomplish. We also talk about the unhinged response by some members of the opposition to the push to approve the reform; as well as a response to the Washington Post by two of Claudia Sheinbaum’s incoming cabinet members. Plus, Supreme Court President Norma Piña finally leaves the comfort of her office and

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01:19:37

Opposition in Disarray: Morena Marches Toward a...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/09/03

Morena did it. Their presence in the Senate has risen to 85 after two defections from the moribund PRD. In this episode Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth ask what Morena's Supermajority means for Mexico and the deepening of the Fourth Transformation? Plus a report back from our participation in the 1st Continental Gathering of Independent Communicators held in Mexico City, as well as our on-the-ground coverage of President López Obrador’s final state of the union

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01:14:27

AMLO to US Ambassador: Butt Out

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/08/27

After repeatedly interfering in Mexico’s internal affairs, Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador told US Ambassador Ken Salazar to keep his nose out of the country’s business. In this episode Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss Salazar’s inappropriate comments on the judicial reform that is being debated in Congress. Plus a look at Mexico’s fringe opposition and their participation in the CPAC Mexico conference alongside an AI Ronald Reagan. Kurt and José

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01:15:12

How the US Uses NGOs to Promote Regime Change: The...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/08/20

Is the United States backing the Mexican opposition via the NED and the US Embassy’s funding of the NGO “Mexicanos Contra la Corruption y la Impunidad”? A new report from China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs suggests the CIA cutout National Endowment for Democracy says Mexico is “major target country for infiltration” and US funding bothered President Andres Manuel López Obrador so much that he sent a diplomatic letter to Joe Biden. Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth

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01:13:10

Paying Mexico's Historic Debt: Greater Autonomy for...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/08/13

Mexico’s Morena-led government continues to push ahead to fulfill the mandate delivered by the voters, Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss the country’s historic debt to Indigenous and afro-descendant peoples and the approval of a monumental (and long overdue) constitutional reform that would make Indigenous communities the subjects of rights under the constitution, grant their traditional governance standing in the law, and the right to decide what activities occur

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01:00:58

Can't Stop, Won't Stop: Morena Pushes Forward...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/08/06

Voters delivered a strong mandate to Claudia Sheinbaum who promised to build the “second floor” of the Fourth Transformation of Mexico, and deepen progressive changes. Morena and its allies in Congress are already quickly moving to deliver but the opposition wants to change the rules of the game after the final whistle. In this episode, Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss Morena’s moves to push forward progressive constitutional reforms on housing, the minimum

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01:13:19

The Capture of El Mayo Zambada: Who Wins?

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/07/30

One of the most notorious drug traffickers has been caught. In this episode, Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss who wins and who loses as a result and ask: what's behind the capture of El mayo Zambada? Plus a discussion about Ricardo Salinas Pliego’s effort to muzzle independent journalists. And in the second half of the show Kurt and José Luis discuss the recent presidential election in Venezuela and the parallels with Mexico. Finally, in our Losers and Haters

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00:55:47

Electoral Lawfare: Mexico’s Right-Wing ATTACKS Morena...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/07/23

Mexico’s opposition parties want the courts to give them what they could not win at the ballot box! Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth look into efforts to steal Morena’s legislative supermajority through electoral lawfare. Plus a discussion on the right-wing PAN’s confession of what we always knew all along, they are opposed to social programs and would have canceled them had they won. Finally, Kurt and José Luis spend some extra time in our Loser and Haters section

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01:10:31

Trump Assassination Attempt: Will MAGA Reloaded Set...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/07/15

In view of Trump surviving an assassination attempt, what are the potential consequences of a second Donald Trump presidency for Mexico? Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth look at plans laid out by the Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025 and a policy paper from the pro-MAGA Center for Renewing America and warn that efforts to trample on Mexico’s sovereignty, and even an invasion, might be around the corner. Kurt and José Luis also provide an update on Morena’s overhaul of

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01:08:44

Fishy Financing at Anti-AMLO Outlet 'Latinus'

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/07/09

We’re back! In this episode we dive into the criminal investigation into dubious financing of anti-AMLO media outlet Latinus, which far from being a reputable news organization, is instead a propaganda outfit created to attack President López Obrador and his political movement. But where does their money come from? Kurt Hackbarth and José Luis Granados Ceja also discuss two controversies inside Morena, one involving Sergio Mayer and the other Gerardo Fernández Noroña. Plus a look at President-elect

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01:11:27

Special Episode: AMLO’s Progressive Reforms to...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/06/22

In this special co-production with the Democratic Constitution Podcast, Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth join Luke Pickrell to discuss Morena’s efforts to move quickly on their massive mandate and approve Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador’s proposed constitutional reforms, including the controversial effort to radically change Mexico’s judicial branch of government, and why these proposed changes can cement AMLO’s progressive legacy.

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00:58:14

Capitalist Freak-Out: Markets Seek to Blackmail the...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/06/11

Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss the negative reaction by international financial markets to Claudia Sheinbaum’s intention to follow through on her party’s mandate and pursue constitutional reforms. Plus a conversation on the efforts to paint Morena’s supermajority in Congress as undemocratic. And in our last segment, Kurt and José Luis criticize the ultra-left take on the election by outlets such as Ojalá.

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01:00:55

Historic Victory for the Mexican Left: Claudia...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/06/06

Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth review the results from Sunday’s election that saw Claudia Sheinbaum make history by becoming Mexico’s first woman president. Elected on a left-wing program promising to deepen the political transformation started by outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, her victory has provoked the ire of Mexico’s right-wing elites and intellectuals, who once again have failed to grasp why voters chose to elect Morena and give them a

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01:07:24

Who Really is Polarizing the Electorate? Evaluating...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/05/28

In our last episode before the June 2 election, Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth evaluate the opposition’s failed strategy in this presidential campaign that never came close to threatening Morena’s massive lead. Now with mere days to go, Claudia Sheinbaum looks set to secure a landslide victory. Plus our Losers and Haters section of the show where we mock Andres Oppenheimer’s rant in the Miami Herald.

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01:13:14

Election Interference: Mexico's Chief Justice Throws...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/05/21

Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss Mexican Supreme Court President Norma Piña outrageous interference in the country’s political process, her secret meetings with the opposition, and her unbecoming messages to colleagues. Kurt and José Luis also look at Xóchitl Gálvez’ poor performance in the third and final presidential debate and the underwhelming “Marea Rosa” rally, whose organizers finally gave up any appearance of nonpartisanship. In our Losers and Haters

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00:57:08

DEA - Dirtying Elections Abroad: US Agency Meddling...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/05/14

Soberanía co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth break down efforts by the US Drug Enforcement Agency, with the help of their old media ally ProPublica, to once again attempt to interfere in the Mexican election. Kurt and José Luis also analyze the grassroots efforts by university students to hold a mock election. In our regular segment going over bad press coverage, we finally catch up with Enrique Krauze and criticize his horrible piece in the Financial Times.For more on

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01:05:36

Oh the Irony! US-Funded Anti-Corruption NGO Faces...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/05/07

Co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss the scandalous accusation surrounding the head of Mexicanos Contra la Corrupción y la Impunidad, María Amparo Cásar, a right-wing ideologue who has endlessly criticized AMLO yet has skeletons in her own closet and is accused of illegally collecting her ex-husband’s pension to the tune of millions of pesos. Kurt and José Luis also discuss the bribery allegations against US Representative Henry Cuellar, the false news reports on an alleged

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00:58:36

Xóchitl Slings Mud in Attempt To Save Campaign: 2nd...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/04/29

Co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth analyze the winners and losers of the second presidential debate in Mexico and refute the notion that there’s an unfair playing field in this election. In the second half of the program, Kurt and José Luis breakdown the effort by Mexico City’s electoral watchdog to censor talk about Santiago Taboada’s links to the housing cartel, plus a look at Anabel Hernández’s forthcoming book and her tendency to rely on unnamed sources.

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01:08:45

The Pension Predators vs. the Pension Protectors

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2024/04/23

Co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss the debate surrounding AMLO’s efforts to reform Mexico’s neoliberal pension system. Kurt and José Luis also talk about the regional response to Ecuador’s invasion of the Mexican Embassy. Plus an update from the campaign trail in Chiapas and, as always, our regular segment going over bad press coverage, this might be the worst example yet.

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