Latin America Correspondent

Chilean cultural icon Victor Jara was arrested by the Chilean military shortly after Augusto Pinochet's 11 September 1973 coup, overthrowing President Salvador Allende. Jara was tortured, and shot, his body discarded in the street. In life, Jara was a potent cultural figure; in death he would become a touchstone for the enduring struggle for human rights and justice across Latin America.   Su...

Colombian lawyer, businessman, and politician Abelardo de la Espriella has been sworn in as president of Colombia, marking a 180 degree shift in policies in the country, in particular as regards its search for peace.   Support the show

On Times Radio with Henry Bonsu, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio and curator & historian Francisco Berzunza break down the story of the Gelman Collection, its current controversy and implications.  Support the show

Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega said his country will no longer be holding elections, a statement underscoring the absence of political freedom in the country, and extending his 20-year rule. Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the latest news regarding Nicolas Maduro’s trial in the United States.  Support the show

On LBC, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio breaks down the reasons for the historic slowing of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with a round-up of news from the region.  Support the show

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

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Stig Abell for Times Radio.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with the controversial news of the fact that Chipotle Mexican Grill is officially opening its very first restaurant in Mexico. Support the show

Continuing on from a report on recent racist incidents at the World Cup, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio revisits the story and delves into Argentine history to contextualise the long story of racism in the country, and the surrounding area.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio on the latest regarding Havana Syndrome, the mysterious neurological condition reported by spies, diplomats and their families, originating at the US Embassy in Havana, Cuba.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Times Radio about the racism controversy generated for Paraguay and Argentina around the World Cup.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at how the Sheinbaum administration is raising the stakes still further with the US, now over the deaths of Mexican nationals in migrant custody, as well as this week's killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with analysis from the ongoing tension between the USA and Mexico over the 2024 covert kidnap of the Sinaloa Cartel's 'El Mayo' Zambada. Support the show

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

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Ian Payne for LBC.  Support the show

Speaking to Rosie Wright for Times Radio, Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio reports from Mexico City ahead of the highly anticipated World Cup Match between Mexico and England.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio details the complexities between Ecuador and Mexico ahead of their teams' World Cup tie, as well as the Ecuadorean squad's difficulties navigating Mexico City.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with news of the fact that after weeks of reviewing ballots, Peru's electoral commission has declared Keiko Fujimori the next president of the country.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the current situation in Venezuela, 5 days after the earthquakes struck.  Support the show

In this joint recording alongside the World Cup Football etc podcast, Jon Bonfiglio & Paul Schmidt-Troschke report on the performances at the World Cup of sides from Latin America and the Caribbean.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio looks at the current situation in Venezuela, 48hrs after the earthquakes struck.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Guto Harri for Times Radio.  Support the show

Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Richard Spurr for LBC.  Support the show