Latin America in Focus

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  • Go in depth on the latest trends in Latin American politics, economics, and culture in this podcast series by Americas Society/Council of the Americas.
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  • Borders, Bargains, and Bluster: Did Trump's Day One Set the Tone for Latin America?

    Borders, Bargains, and Bluster: Did Trump's Day One Set the Tone for Latin America?
    Jan 23 2025

    President Donald Trump broke tradition at his second inauguration, inviting world leaders, including from Latin America, to attend. But his day-one executive orders initiated a bumpy ride for the region in 2025. What can Latin American countries expect of "America First?" On this episode, three AS/COA experts—Carin Zissis, Brian Winter, and Juan Cruz Díaz—discussed Trump's initial moves on the border and migration, possible Mexico tariffs, the Panama Canal, and his Latin American allies. Listen to the editor-in-chiefs of AS/COA Online and Americas Quarterly, as well as the managing director of Cefeidas Group, on how Trump's second presidency will shape U.S. relations with Latin America.

    Learn more:

    • Trump and Latin America: Inauguration Day and Executive Orders
      https://www.as-coa.org/articles/trump-and-latin-america-inauguration-day-and-executive-orders
    • Read the new Americas Quarterly issue: https://americasquarterly.org/article/new-aq-the-risk-from-the-north/
    • Latin America Is About to Become a Priority for U.S. Foreign Policy, by Brian Winter
      https://www.as-coa.org/articles/latin-america-about-become-priority-us-foreign-policy

    Access other episodes of Latin America in Focus at www.as-coa.org/podcast and send us feedback at latamfocus@as-coa.org. Share and subscribe at Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    The music in this podcast is "Old Wooden Chair" performed by Nation Beat for Americas Society. Find out about upcoming concerts at: musicoftheamericas.org

    Opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of Americas Society/Council of the Americas or its members

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    37 mins
  • The Soft Power of Latin American Music

    The Soft Power of Latin American Music
    Dec 12 2024
    For many Latin America enthusiasts, music serves as a gateway for understanding the cultural contours of the region. Sebastián Zubieta, Music Director at Americas Society, understands this profoundly. In conversation with Luisa Leme, Zubieta outlines his approach to striking an emotional chord with audiences while showcasing a mix of music and musicians that define and defy the musical traditions of the Hemisphere.Plus, ahead of the 60th anniversary of Americas Society in 2025, Zubieta provides a sneak peek of what’s to come with Music of the Americas in 2025. And the AS/COA Online staff gives a Latin America in Focus holiday list of recommendations.Music of the Americas performances mentioned during the interview:Claude Vivier, “Kopernikus” (performed by Meridionalis) https://youtu.be/CHIP9GjfSMc?si=MNP2sLd8iisI-R8QCoro Acardenchado https://www.as-coa.org/events/celebrate-mexico-now-coro-acardenchadoEgberto Gismonti https://youtu.be/_BdWAEoPbac?si=M-v_fRGQG6cxX4epHermero Pascoal https://youtu.be/WtWUjgPtEns?si=MgDTtXJb0twsB9RXIzaline CalisterLas Añez https://youtu.be/38R89JXIkrk?si=8kqprWUPbSwZ5vltMonica Salmaso https://youtu.be/Z2uI8cMHosc?si=-Ef88vVkPDQw0eUjPauchi Sasaki https://youtu.be/2O78v8Dnkz4?si=OVVhsXTbvHskFDmWBobby Sanabria and the Multiverse Band https://youtu.be/YecX8vtBTRk?si=TT57DpyVgpqEGGKWAS/COA Online Holiday list:I’m Still Here, by Walter Salles (feature film) https://tiff.net/events/im-still-hereYou Dreamed of Empires, by Álvaro Enrigue (novel) https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/722363/you-dreamed-of-empires-by-alvaro-enrigue-translated-by-natasha-wimmer/LatinoLand, A Portrait of America's Largest and Least Understood Minority, by Marie Arana (non-fiction) https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/LatinoLand/Marie-Arana/9781982184896Las Amazonas de Yaxunah, by Alfonso Algara (documentary) https://nylatinofilmfestival.com/2024/movies/las-amazonas-de-yaxunah/The Great Divide, by Cristina Henriquez (novel) https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-great-divide-cristina-henriquez?variant=41079220469794Share your love for Latin America: Join Americas Society. Becoming a member gives you exclusive access to music performances, art gallery, book events, our magazine Americas Quarterly, and more. https://www.as-coa.org/memberships/engage-americas-society Access other episodes of Latin America in Focus at www.as-coa.org/podcast and send us feedback at latamfocus@as-coa.org. Share and subscribe at Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.The music featured in this podcast is “Me gusta soñar”, by the C4 Trio. Find out about upcoming concerts at: musicoftheamericas.org Opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of Americas Society/Council of the Americas or its membersFollow us on social media:Twitter/X: @ASCOAInstagram: @ascoaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ascoaonline/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASCOA/Threads: https://www.threads.net/@ascoa
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    40 mins
  • Lula, Sheinbaum, and Milei on a Shifting Global Stage

    Lula, Sheinbaum, and Milei on a Shifting Global Stage
    Nov 20 2024

    It’s been a stuffed season of summits. October and November saw BRICS in Russia, APEC in Peru, and the G20 in Brazil. But with Trump’s reelection, leaders are adjusting their strategies and outlooks for the future of global forums. What does this mean for Latin America?

    We’ve convened a G3 of speakers from the region’s three G20 members. On this episode of Latin America in Focus, Francisco Resnicoff of Argentina, Cecilia Tornaghi of Brazil, and Brenda Estefan of Mexico speak about how each administration is approaching its international relations, what Trump’s return means for summitry, and what they foresee for the future of U.S.-China competition in the region.

    Access other episodes of Latin America in Focus at www.as-coa.org/podcast and send us feedback at latamfocus@as-coa.org. Share and subscribe at Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts.

    The music in this podcast is "Espinha de bacalhau" performed by the trio Solar for Americas Society. Find out about upcoming concerts at: musicoftheamericas.org

    Opinions expressed in this podcast do not necessarily reflect those of Americas Society/Council of the Americas or its members

    Follow us on social media:

    Twitter/X: @ASCOA
    Instagram: @ascoa
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    31 mins

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