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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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00:58:41

UN Meddles in Mexico: Flawed Disappearances Report...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/04/08

In episode 102 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth open with an in-depth examination of the UN Committee on Enforced Disappearances' unprecedented decision to refer Mexico's case to the General Assembly. The hosts break down why the Mexican government has rejected the report, arguing that the committee improperly extrapolated from outdated data (2009-2016) and stretched the definition of "enforced disappearance" beyond the committee's own

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00:58:37

Goodbye Grift: Mexico Neuters US-Funded NGOs

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/04/01

In episode 101 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth return from a brief break to tackle the Mexican tax authority's decision to revoke the tax-deductible status some NGOs operating in the country, including prominent organizations linked to the opposition and US funding. The hosts break down what actually happened—a routine administrative review that these groups failed to comply with—and why the outcry reveals more about the privileges they've enjoyed than any

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00:57:18

'Their Fate Is Ours': López Obrador Breaks Silence to...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/03/18

In episode 100 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth mark the milestone by reflecting on two years of covering Mexican politics, and the episode is packed with analysis fitting the occasion.The hosts lead with the renewed solidarity campaign for Cuba, sparked by former president Andrés Manuel López Obrador emerging from retirement to launch a fundraising drive for the island. They unpack the significance of this gesture, the disinformation campaigns it triggered, and the

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00:59:36

Trump's Sham Summit: US Gathers Right-Wing Regional...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/03/11

In episode 99 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth examine the so-called "Shield of the Americas" summit in Miami—a gathering of right-wing leaders representing barely a fifth of the region's population. The hosts break down why Mexico wasn't invited despite high levels of security cooperation, what the exclusion of Brazil and Colombia reveals, and why Under Secretary Christopher Landau's comments in India about blocking development should worry every

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00:59:18

Iran's Existential Fight: Lessons for Latin America

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/03/04

In episode 98 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth analyze the widening global conflict following the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran and its implications for Mexico and Latin America.The episode leads with the U.S. attack on Iran, examining how the widespread destruction done in Gaza is being applied to Tehran while the international community stands by. The hosts connect the dots to Latin America, warning client states that U.S. "protection" evaporates when

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00:58:43

Mexico Takes Down El Mencho: Fake News War Erupts Online

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/02/25

In episode 97 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth dissect the fallout from the Mexican military's operation that killed Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera, leader of the powerful Jalisco New Generation Cartel.The hosts break down what actually happened versus the torrent of disinformation that flooded social media: from AI-generated images of cities in flames to wild claims of U.S. agents strangling the kingpin mid-flight. They examine why the narrative spun so

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00:59:33

Mexico Says NO to Trump's 'Board of Peace': Sheinbaum...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/02/18

In episode 96 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth examine Mexico's balancing act between defending its principles and navigating relentless pressure from the United States.The episode opens with Mexico's rejection of Trump's "Board of Peace" over the exclusion of Palestine—a principled stand that signals a more independent foreign policy. The hosts then unpack encouraging OECD data showing rising trust in Mexican institutions and low unemployment,

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00:57:29

The Mining Minefield: US Sets Sights on Mexico’s...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/02/11

In episode 95 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth tackle the controversy surrounding the U.S.-Mexico critical minerals agreement, examining what it actually says, what it doesn’t, and why it has sparked widespread concern over national sovereignty and resource control. They contrast the deal with the government’s parallel effort to revoke inactive mining concessions, a move that reaffirms state authority over strategic resources.Next, they turn to the Mexican politicians

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00:59:55

The Epstein-Mexico Connection: New Documents...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/02/04

In episode 94 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth dive into the Mexico connections in the Jeffrey Epstein files, focusing on serious allegations against a former U.S. ambassador and the impunity that protects powerful figures. Next, they provide an urgent update on U.S. efforts to strangle Cuba with an oil blockade, examining Mexico's diplomatic response and the looming humanitarian crisis. Finally, the hosts celebrate a major domestic achievement: the full

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00:58:17

Latin America Unites: Inside the 'Nuestra América'...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/01/28

In episode 93 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth return from a major anti-imperialist conference in Colombia to analyze its outcomes and the urgent challenges facing Latin America.They share their impressions from the “Nuestra América” summit in Bogotá, discussing the push for regional unity, the importance of the upcoming Colombian elections, and the need to turn solidarity into concrete action. Back on the home front, the hosts examine mounting pressures on Mexican

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00:59:44

World Cries Out Sovereignty not Subordination: Mexico...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/01/21

In episode 92 of Soberanía, we begin by looking at how much can change in just two weeks, using Mark Carney’s comments at the World Economic Forum as a starting point to discuss shifting economic and political signals and what they mean for Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum. The conversation then turns to Mexico’s decision to expel criminal figures and what that action reveals about US pressure on Mexico. In the third segment, we examine Mexico’s push toward universal health care, focusing specifically

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00:58:37

Thousands Mobilize in Anti-Imperialist March: Mexico...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/01/14

In episode 91 of Soberanía, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth unpack the political response in Mexico following the U.S. attack on Venezuela.The show starts with an on-the-ground report from the large anti-imperialist march in Mexico City, analyzing the turnout, the diverse participants, and the powerful message of regional solidarity against U.S. aggression. The conversation then shifts to the shifting diplomatic pressures from Washington, breaking down the contradictory "good

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00:58:20

US Attacks Venezuela: Is Mexico Next?

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2026/01/07

In episode 90 of Soberania, hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth confront a watershed moment for Latin America: the U.S. military attack on Venezuela and the kidnapping of President Nicolás Maduro.The hosts dissect the attack as a stark escalation of U.S. intervention, breaking down the dubious legal pretexts used to justify it and the severe breach of international law. They unpack the geopolitical fallout, from Mexico's firm defense of sovereignty to what this move signals about

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00:59:47

Top 5 Stories from Mexico in 2025: Soberanía Presents...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2025/12/31

Welcome to Part 2 of our special year-end episode on Soberanía! In this segment, we continue our countdown of the top 10 stories about Mexico from 2025, covering stories 5 through 1. Join us as we discuss U.S. regional threats against Latin America, the groundbreaking judicial election in Mexico, the Gen Z Astro Turf March, significant poverty reduction efforts in Mexico, and how Claudia Sheinbaum held off Trump's aggressive policies. Don't miss this comprehensive recap with our hosts and

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00:57:34

Top 10 Stories from Mexico in 2025: #10-6

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2025/12/24

Welcome to Part 1 of our special year-end episode on Soberanía! In this segment, we delve into the top 10 stories about Mexico from 2025, covering stories 10 through 6. Join us as we discuss the opposition's missteps, the ambitious Plan Mexico, the influence of US actors in Mexico, mass Morena demonstrations, and Claudia Sheinbaum's impactful first year in office. Don't miss this engaging recap with our hosts and special guest, Samuel, as we prepare to reveal the top 5 stories in the

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00:58:29

To Tariff or Not to Tariff? Made-in-Mexico Tariff...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2025/12/17

In this year-end episode of Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast, co-hosts José Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth close out the year with an in-depth analysis of Mexico’s newly announced tariff package, examining the policy debate behind it and the pros and cons of this strategy. The conversation then turns to the U.S. move to frame fentanyl as a "weapon of mass destruction," exploring what that designation could mean for bilateral relations and why Mexico has reason to be wary

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00:56:00

The Fourth Transformation Punches Back: 600,000...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2025/12/10

This week on Soberanía: we report on the demonstration in Zócalo on the seventh anniversary of the Fourth Transformation, the significance of hundreds of thousands taking to the streets, and Claudia Sheinbaum’s push to expand Mexico’s public health system. We break down the proposed shift to a 40-hour workweek, what it really means for workers, and how minimum-wage gains fit into the bigger picture. We then examine the scandal ex-DEA personnel, crypto money-laundering, and weapons for the Jalisco

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00:58:21

Living Rent Free in the Opposition's Heads: AMLO...

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2025/12/03

In this episode of the Soberanía Podcast, hosts Jose Luis Granados Ceja and Kurt Hackbarth discuss: the reappearance of AMLO, the resignation of Mexico's Attorney General Gertz Manero, and the recent elections in Honduras. They delve into AMLO's return to public life, his new book, and the political implications of his actions. The resignation of Gertz Manero is analyzed in the context of his controversial tenure and the challenges facing Mexico's justice system. The hosts also explore

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00:57:44

Mexican Farmers Strike FIGHTS US Corn Dumping

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2025/11/26

In this episode, we explore protests by Mexican farmers who are challenging the low prices they receive for corn, highlighting the role of intermediaries in the agricultural supply chain and how corn dumping by the US is putting pressure on campesinos. We then return to Gen Z march in Mexico, focusing on the ties to the opposition and the colossal failure of their second attempt to hold a demonstration. Finally, we delve into the strategic maneuvers of the United States in Latin America,

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00:58:04

Exposing the Astroturf ‘Gen Z’ Protest in Mexico

Soberanía: The Mexican Politics Podcast ·

2025/11/19

How do you do, fellow kids? In this special episode of Soberanía, hosts Kurt Hackbarth and José Luis Granados Ceja lay out the truth behind what was billed as a "youth" march and instead was a by-the-book, attempt at astroturfed destablization. This includes blow-by-blow coverage of the march itself, from their search for actual young people among the marchers to the scenes of violence in the Zócalo provoked for international consumption. All of this leading directly to President Trump

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