Latin America Correspondent

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Independent commentary & analysis from Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio, featured on The Times, talkRADIO, LBC, ABC, & more.

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Peru's Election Result on a Knife-Edge 09.06.2026 3:55

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the second round of Peru's Election, what it means and what lies ahead. Support the show

World’s Eyes on Mexico Ahead of World Cup; Argentina Traces Hantavirus Transmission Chain; Peru’s Second-Round Election 06.06.2026 8:59

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Olly Mann for Times Radio. Support the show

Remembering Totó la Momposina 05.06.2026 8:56

Celebrating the incredible life and music of legendary Colombian folk singer Totó la Momposina. Support the show

Regional Round-Up: Trump Intervenes in Colombia's Election; Teachers Strike in Mexico Threatens World Cup Chaos; Mysterious Billboards Emerge in Paraguay 04.06.2026 5:38

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a round-up and analysis of news from across the region. To support the show or get in touch, email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com Support the show

Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election: Analyzing First Round Results 02.06.2026 4:12

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the numbers which have emerged from the first round, and what they mean. Support the show

High Stakes for Colombia 02.06.2026 6:02

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Carole Walker for Times Radio. Support the show

Election Day in Colombia 31.05.2026 8:07

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Darryl Morris for Times Radio. Support the show

Colombia Election Preview & Mexico's Law to Reject Election Interference 30.05.2026 9:52

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Times Radio. Support the show

Bolivia: Protests Take Country to Breaking Point 29.05.2026 3:10

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the latest from the widespread protests which have crippled La Paz and represent an existential threat for the government of Rodrigo Paz, Support the show

Latin America & the US: Texas Primaries; Record ICE suicides 28.05.2026 9:59

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio in conversation with journalist Julia Tilton from The Daily Yonder, the US's only national news organization for rural people and places. Support the show

Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election: The Candidates 27.05.2026 4:08

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a new series on Colombia's general election, with a look at the main candidates for the presidency. Support the show

Colombia's 2026 Presidential Election: The Scourge of Drone Attacks 26.05.2026 4:42

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a new series on Colombia's general election, starting with a look at the fear and actuality of violence, specifically that being employed by drones. Support the show

Regional Round-Up: Maria Corina Machado Vows Return to Venezuela; Mexico Advances Legislation to Annul Elections Compromised by Foreign Interference; Bolivia Protests Continue 24.05.2026 5:26

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a round-up and analysis of news from across the region. To support the show or get in touch, email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com Support the show

Cuba - Legacy Item on Trump's Bingo Card Wishlist 23.05.2026 11:30

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to James Hansen for LBC, plus Extras. To support the show or get in touch email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com Support the show

China & Russia Condemn US Indictment of Raul Castro 22.05.2026 11:27

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Times Radio, plus Extras. To support the show or get in touch email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com Support the show

Latin America & the US: Ecuador's Drug War & the West; Raul Castro Indicted for Murder; Border Wall Between Texas & Mexico Threatens Communities, Tourism & Ecosystems 21.05.2026 20:31

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio in conversation with journalist Julia Tilton from The Daily Yonder, the US's only national news organization for rural people and places. To read the Guardian article referencing US intervention in Ecuador, copy and paste the link below: https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/may/20/forced-disappearances-torture-ecuador-war-on-drugs-us-...

Navigating a Global Crossroads: Human Rights Defenders & Business - with Hannah Matthews 20.05.2026 25:22

Writer & researcher Hannah Matthews joins the podcast to discuss her report for the Business and Human Rights Center on the statistics and trends emerging from the 2025 data on the links between business and human rights, in which Latin America emerges as a hotspot of abuses. The report in full is available here: https://www.business-humanrights.org/en/from-us/briefings/hrds-2026/navigating-a...

Mass Protests, Political Crisis in Bolivia 19.05.2026 4:26

Massive anti-government protests have paralyzed Bolivia, with thousands of miners, farmers, teachers, and political factions clashing violently with riot police in the capital city of La Paz. Demonstrators are demanding the resignation of the centrist President Rodrigo Paz, who took office just six months ago. Support the show

Sheinbaum’s Predicament: Part Four - Breaking Point 18.05.2026 4:27

With news of CIA covert operations in Mexico and DEA evidence to the US Senate exacerbating US-Mexico tensions, it now looks as though the situation is at breaking point. To support the show or get in touch email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com Support the show

Regional Round-Up: Election Run-Off Candidates Confirmed in Peru; Economic Crisis Brings Argentine Beef Consumption to Lowest Level in 20 Years; Political Violence in Colombia 17.05.2026 4:59

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a round-up and analysis of news from across the region. To support the show or get in touch, email latinamericacorrespondent@gmail.com Support the show

US Returns Focus to Cuba 16.05.2026 5:28

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Rosie Wright for Times Radio. Support the show

Argentina: Mass Protests in Defence of Public Universities 13.05.2026 3:28

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the battle for the soul of Argentina which is now focusing on its public universities. Support the show

Haiti: Upcoming Elections; Tragedy at the Citadelle; World Cup Expectation - with Jean-Ricardo Compere 12.05.2026 33:40

In this extended conversation, Jon Bonfiglio catches with with Haitian activist and entrepreneur Jean-Ricardo Compere about the latest from Haiti. Jean-Ricardo "Ric" Compere is the founder of Hidden Sides of Haiti (@hiddensidesofhaiti), a digital platform and movement dedicated to shifting the global narrative of Haiti by showcasing its breathtaking beauty, vibrant culture, and resilien...

50 Years of Argentina on Film - with Abla Kandalaft 11.05.2026 18:52

The Garden Cinema in London is presenting a selection of films from the last five decades that explore how Argentine society has grappled with the aftermath of the military coup of 1976. Speaking about the programme is Abla Kandalaft, film curator and programmer. For more information about the programme and the films featured, copy and paste the link below: https://www.thegardencinema.co.uk/seaso...

The Phenomenon of Brazil’s Whistling Whatsapp Groups 10.05.2026 3:08

How whistling groups on Whatsapp took over Brazil only weeks after emerging as a concept. Support the show