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A Note from JamesThis is a crazy story. Martin Suarez holds the record for the longest continuous undercover assignment in FBI history. He went undercover as a cartel drug lord—smuggling billions of dollars' worth of cocaine while posing as “Manny.” At one point, the story even starts with a gun to his head, convinced his cover was blown.The book Inside the Cartel: A True Crime Tale of Espionage, Undercover Operations, and a War Against Billionaire Drug Lords—co-authored with journalist Ian Frisch—captures it all. Martin's voice may be difficult to catch at times because he's been battling ALS, but every word is worth hearing. Ian also joins to help tell the story. This conversation had me on the edge of my seat.Episode DescriptionFormer FBI agent Martin Suarez spent more than a decade living undercover inside Colombian cartels. Known to the underworld as “Manny,” he laundered money, smuggled cocaine, and survived assassination attempts—all while secretly working for the U.S. government.In this episode, James sits down with Suarez and his co-author Ian Frisch to explore how an ordinary Navy veteran became the FBI's ultimate undercover agent, why deception works in high-stakes negotiations, and what lessons from cartel infiltration apply to everyday life.What You'll LearnThe psychological techniques Martin used to maintain his cover for years inside violent cartels.How undercover work creates “alternate realities” to control narratives and shift blame.Why confidence and self-belief are critical in negotiation, business, and personal life.The role of deception and patience in both undercover work and real-world persuasion.How Martin and his family managed the risks and sacrifices of a life lived undercover.Timestamped Chapters[03:00] A gun to the head: the moment Martin thought his cover was blown[07:00] Surviving a cartel hitman[10:00] From Navy to FBI: the start of an undercover career[12:00] Why Martin was the “perfect” undercover agent[14:00] Smuggling versus intelligence gathering: the FBI's strategy[16:00] How to move cartel shipments without breaking cover[18:00] The art of deflecting blame and creating alternate realities[22:00] Cartel power and control in Colombia[23:00] U.S. government ties and the Iran-Contra era[25:00] Using FBI agents as “girlfriends” to gather intelligence[27:00] Facing long-term risks—and the bigger battle with ALS[30:00] Marriage, trust, and sacrifice during undercover life[32:00] Art theft undercover operation in Europe[36:00] Fooling even the CIA with a perfect legend[41:00] How legends are built in the digital age[44:00] Negotiation, seduction, and cartel psychology[45:00] Ian's lessons on confidence and self-convincing[47:00] Applying undercover strategies to everyday life[49:00] The role of greed in cartel decision-making[50:00] Marriage, grounding, and long-term support[51:00] Are cartel leaders truly evil—or just highly educated?Additional Resources

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SPONSORS: 1) GhostBed: Use Code "JULIAN" to get extra 25% off GhostBed Sitewide: https://ghostbed.com/julian 2) HelloFresh: Go to https://hellofresh.com/JULIAN10FM and get *10 FREE MEALS* w/ a Free Item for Life! WATCH KAT'S PREVIOUS EPISODES: EPISODE #264: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5v03TtAAVy2Tyn59UZJma3?si=5fcb302eaadb41f7 EPISODE #313: https://open.spotify.com/episode/28hhtlB0rWuFRo0IsfFha5?si=d6d5e0186bfe4c8b PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey (***TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Katarina Szulc is a Mexico-based freelance journalist focused on reporting on Cartel Activity. KATARINA's LINKS: Substack: https://katarinaszulc.substack.com/?utm_source=navbar&utm_medium=web&r=3h3gxb X: https://x.com/katarinaszulc?lang=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/@katarinaszulc/featured IG: https://www.instagram.com/katarinaszulc?igsh=eHViMnZnNWExNmk4 FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY INSTAGRAM (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/juliandoreypodcast/ INSTAGRAM (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://twitter.com/julianddorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 00:00 - Intro 01:30 – Emergency Pod, Pregnant Women Kidnapped, Infants Sold, CJNG Link, Juárez Cartel 10:27 – Border Impact, Babies $100K+, High-Level Sources, Poor Neighborhoods, Victims Mutilated 24:11 – Babies Sedated?, Buyers?, Blurry Details, Kat Afraid, Gov Contacts Fired 32:35 – Kat on Radar?, Cartel Ladder, Redline, Juárez Unsafe 47:02 – Tell Story, Two Villains, Buyers Aware, Leads?, Ethics 52:53 – Kat's Method, Families Anonymous, Stop Scaling, Trump? 01:02:05 – Gov Miss Buyers, Epstein-Level Upset, Trafficking Market, Emotional Toll 01:10:17 – Changes Little, Zona Divas Murders, Trafficking Origins, S3x Work 01:21:02 – Extermination Camps, Organ Harvesting, CJNG & Chapitos, Absorption, Chapo's Son 01:30:20 – Faction Status, El Mayo Plea, No-Paperwork Transfers, US Wants Intel 01:35:47 – MX Backdoor, Intel Planes, Weak Crackdown, Capital Punishment 01:45:29 – CJNG Camps, Mencho Hiding, FTOs, US Tracking, Leadership 01:55:08 – Mencho Succession, Sinaloa Infighting, Narco Rapper, Canada Fentanyl 02:06:48 – Canada Link, Head Honcho Myth, No Crackdown, Julian Anti-Death Penalty 02:12:47 – Kat for Capital Punishment, Catch & Release, Raise Price 02:18:08 – Ryan Wedding Story, Andrew Clark, US Wants Wedding, Sorting Truth 02:29:42 – Kat's new documentary show 02:35:48 – Kat's Work CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - COO, Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ - In-Studio Producer: Joey Deef - https://www.instagram.com/joeydeef/ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 336 - Katarina Szulc Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A superseding indictment is a formal legal document issued by a grand jury that replaces a previous indictment in a criminal case. It updates or adds charges, changes the factual basis, or modifies the defendants listed. Here are the key points:Key Features:Replacement: It replaces an earlier indictment with new or revised charges.Additional Charges: It can include additional charges not present in the original indictment.New Defendants: It can add new defendants or modify the charges against existing ones.Updated Information: It reflects new evidence or information obtained during the ongoing investigation.Purpose:Flexibility: Allows prosecutors to adapt to new developments in the case.Comprehensive Prosecution: Ensures that all relevant charges and defendants are included based on the latest available evidence.Clarity: Provides a clear and updated statement of the charges against the defendants, which is important for legal proceedings and the defense's preparation.Process:Grand Jury Review: Like the original indictment, a superseding indictment must be reviewed and approved by a grand jury.Filing and Notification: Once approved, it is filed with the court, and the defendants are notified of the changes.Impact:Defendant's Rights: Defendants have the right to be informed of any new charges and to respond accordingly.Legal Proceedings: The case proceeds based on the superseding indictment, which may alter the strategy of both the prosecution and the defense.Summary of Superseding Indictment No. 09 CR 383:Case Information:Case Number: No. 09 CR 383Judge: Ruben CastilloType: Superseding IndictmentViolations Cited:Title 21, United States Code:Section 841: Relates to the manufacturing, distributing, or dispensing of controlled substances, or possession with intent to do so.Section 846: Concerns attempts or conspiracies to commit any offense defined in this subchapter, including drug trafficking offenses.Section 952(a): Prohibits the importation of controlled substances into the United States.Section 960: Specifies penalties for the importation and exportation of controlled substances.Section 963: Addresses conspiracies to violate any provision of this subchapter, including import and export violations.Title 18, United States Code:Section 2: Covers the principle of aiding and abetting, meaning anyone who aids, abets, counsels, commands, induces, or procures the commission of an offense against the United States is punishable as a principal.Key Points:Superseding Indictment: This document replaces a previous indictment with updated charges and information.Drug-Related Charges: The cited violations primarily relate to drug trafficking, manufacturing, distribution, and importation, as well as conspiracy to commit these offenses.Aiding and Abetting: The inclusion of Title 18, Section 2, indicates that individuals involved may have also been charged with assisting or facilitating these crimes.The defendants:JOAQUIN GUZMAN-LOERA,  a/k/a “El Chapo,”  a/k/a “Chapo Guzman,” ISMAEL ZAMBADA-GARCIA,  a/k/a “El Mayo,” a/k/a “Mayo Zambada,”JESUS VICENTE ZAMBADA-NIEBLA, a/k/a “Vicente Zambada-Niebla,” a/k/a “Vicente Zambada,” a/k/a “Mayito,” a/k/a “30 ”ALFREDO GUZMAN-SALAZAR,  a/k/a “Alfredillo,”ALFREDO VASQUEZ-HERNANDEZ, a/k/a “Alfredo Compadre,”FIRST NAME UNKNOWN, LAST NAME UNKNOWN,  a/k/a “Juancho,”GERMAN OLIVARES,FELIPE LAST NAME UNKNOWN,TOMAS AREVALO-RENTERIA,PEDRO FLORES, and MARGARITO FLORES(commercial at 8:05)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:C:Documents and SettingsrsambornLocal SettingsTemporary Internet FilesContent.Outlook4MRWRZ20Chapo-Mayo Indictment DG ed (go.com)

A superseding indictment is a formal legal document issued by a grand jury that replaces a previous indictment in a criminal case. It updates or adds charges, changes the factual basis, or modifies the defendants listed. Here are the key points:Key Features:Replacement: It replaces an earlier indictment with new or revised charges.Additional Charges: It can include additional charges not present in the original indictment.New Defendants: It can add new defendants or modify the charges against existing ones.Updated Information: It reflects new evidence or information obtained during the ongoing investigation.Purpose:Flexibility: Allows prosecutors to adapt to new developments in the case.Comprehensive Prosecution: Ensures that all relevant charges and defendants are included based on the latest available evidence.Clarity: Provides a clear and updated statement of the charges against the defendants, which is important for legal proceedings and the defense's preparation.Process:Grand Jury Review: Like the original indictment, a superseding indictment must be reviewed and approved by a grand jury.Filing and Notification: Once approved, it is filed with the court, and the defendants are notified of the changes.Impact:Defendant's Rights: Defendants have the right to be informed of any new charges and to respond accordingly.Legal Proceedings: The case proceeds based on the superseding indictment, which may alter the strategy of both the prosecution and the defense.Summary of Superseding Indictment No. 09 CR 383:Case Information:Case Number: No. 09 CR 383Judge: Ruben CastilloType: Superseding IndictmentViolations Cited:Title 21, United States Code:Section 841: Relates to the manufacturing, distributing, or dispensing of controlled substances, or possession with intent to do so.Section 846: Concerns attempts or conspiracies to commit any offense defined in this subchapter, including drug trafficking offenses.Section 952(a): Prohibits the importation of controlled substances into the United States.Section 960: Specifies penalties for the importation and exportation of controlled substances.Section 963: Addresses conspiracies to violate any provision of this subchapter, including import and export violations.Title 18, United States Code:Section 2: Covers the principle of aiding and abetting, meaning anyone who aids, abets, counsels, commands, induces, or procures the commission of an offense against the United States is punishable as a principal.Key Points:Superseding Indictment: This document replaces a previous indictment with updated charges and information.Drug-Related Charges: The cited violations primarily relate to drug trafficking, manufacturing, distribution, and importation, as well as conspiracy to commit these offenses.Aiding and Abetting: The inclusion of Title 18, Section 2, indicates that individuals involved may have also been charged with assisting or facilitating these crimes.The defendants:JOAQUIN GUZMAN-LOERA,  a/k/a “El Chapo,”  a/k/a “Chapo Guzman,” ISMAEL ZAMBADA-GARCIA,  a/k/a “El Mayo,” a/k/a “Mayo Zambada,”JESUS VICENTE ZAMBADA-NIEBLA, a/k/a “Vicente Zambada-Niebla,” a/k/a “Vicente Zambada,” a/k/a “Mayito,” a/k/a “30 ”ALFREDO GUZMAN-SALAZAR,  a/k/a “Alfredillo,”ALFREDO VASQUEZ-HERNANDEZ, a/k/a “Alfredo Compadre,”FIRST NAME UNKNOWN, LAST NAME UNKNOWN,  a/k/a “Juancho,”GERMAN OLIVARES,FELIPE LAST NAME UNKNOWN,TOMAS AREVALO-RENTERIA,PEDRO FLORES, and MARGARITO FLORES(commercial at 8:05)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:C:Documents and SettingsrsambornLocal SettingsTemporary Internet FilesContent.Outlook4MRWRZ20Chapo-Mayo Indictment DG ed (go.com)

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At the Universidad de la Libertad in Mexico City, Matt Kibbe sat down with Pano Kanelos, chancellor of the University of Austin, to talk about how higher education has gone wrong and what can be done to fix it. In the wake of the horrific murder of Charlie Kirk on a college campus, the fact that universities have become increasingly hostile to open discourse and the pursuit of truth has become more obvious than ever. Ideologically driven curricula, combined with rising costs and the student debt crisis, have made higher education a less appealing prospect, which is a shame when you consider that the purpose of universities was always supposed to be the expansion of human knowledge, not just preparing students for the job market.

A superseding indictment is a formal legal document issued by a grand jury that replaces a previous indictment in a criminal case. It updates or adds charges, changes the factual basis, or modifies the defendants listed. Here are the key points:Key Features:Replacement: It replaces an earlier indictment with new or revised charges.Additional Charges: It can include additional charges not present in the original indictment.New Defendants: It can add new defendants or modify the charges against existing ones.Updated Information: It reflects new evidence or information obtained during the ongoing investigation.Purpose:Flexibility: Allows prosecutors to adapt to new developments in the case.Comprehensive Prosecution: Ensures that all relevant charges and defendants are included based on the latest available evidence.Clarity: Provides a clear and updated statement of the charges against the defendants, which is important for legal proceedings and the defense's preparation.Process:Grand Jury Review: Like the original indictment, a superseding indictment must be reviewed and approved by a grand jury.Filing and Notification: Once approved, it is filed with the court, and the defendants are notified of the changes.Impact:Defendant's Rights: Defendants have the right to be informed of any new charges and to respond accordingly.Legal Proceedings: The case proceeds based on the superseding indictment, which may alter the strategy of both the prosecution and the defense.Summary of Superseding Indictment No. 09 CR 383:Case Information:Case Number: No. 09 CR 383Judge: Ruben CastilloType: Superseding IndictmentViolations Cited:Title 21, United States Code:Section 841: Relates to the manufacturing, distributing, or dispensing of controlled substances, or possession with intent to do so.Section 846: Concerns attempts or conspiracies to commit any offense defined in this subchapter, including drug trafficking offenses.Section 952(a): Prohibits the importation of controlled substances into the United States.Section 960: Specifies penalties for the importation and exportation of controlled substances.Section 963: Addresses conspiracies to violate any provision of this subchapter, including import and export violations.Title 18, United States Code:Section 2: Covers the principle of aiding and abetting, meaning anyone who aids, abets, counsels, commands, induces, or procures the commission of an offense against the United States is punishable as a principal.Key Points:Superseding Indictment: This document replaces a previous indictment with updated charges and information.Drug-Related Charges: The cited violations primarily relate to drug trafficking, manufacturing, distribution, and importation, as well as conspiracy to commit these offenses.Aiding and Abetting: The inclusion of Title 18, Section 2, indicates that individuals involved may have also been charged with assisting or facilitating these crimes.The defendants:JOAQUIN GUZMAN-LOERA,  a/k/a “El Chapo,”  a/k/a “Chapo Guzman,” ISMAEL ZAMBADA-GARCIA,  a/k/a “El Mayo,” a/k/a “Mayo Zambada,”JESUS VICENTE ZAMBADA-NIEBLA, a/k/a “Vicente Zambada-Niebla,” a/k/a “Vicente Zambada,” a/k/a “Mayito,” a/k/a “30 ”ALFREDO GUZMAN-SALAZAR,  a/k/a “Alfredillo,”ALFREDO VASQUEZ-HERNANDEZ, a/k/a “Alfredo Compadre,”FIRST NAME UNKNOWN, LAST NAME UNKNOWN,  a/k/a “Juancho,”GERMAN OLIVARES,FELIPE LAST NAME UNKNOWN,TOMAS AREVALO-RENTERIA,PEDRO FLORES, and MARGARITO FLORES(commercial at 8:05)to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:C:Documents and SettingsrsambornLocal SettingsTemporary Internet FilesContent.Outlook4MRWRZ20Chapo-Mayo Indictment DG ed (go.com)

In this podcast, Jeff discusses the assassination of Charlie Kirk by yet another deranged leftist shooter. As disturbing as the shooting was, the celebrations from the left — which included professionals, teacher and health care providers — were even more troubling. Jeff discusses what needs to come next if we are to avoid sliding into the abyss as a country.

On today's episode, Vince sits down with Johnny Mitchell, comedian, former trafficker, and host of The Connect with Johnny Mitchell, to go inside the world of drug trafficking and organized crime. Johnny shares his firsthand experiences running operations and embedding with cartel members and sicarios, offering rare insight into how these organizations operate daily. They discuss the evolving global drug market, including California weed being trafficked south, the structure and strategies of cartels, and the cultural and economic factors that sustain them. The conversation also explores the societal impact of the drug trade and the potential effects of legalization and regulation.  Borderland is an IRONCLAD Original Sponsors:  visit: https://www.1stphorm.com/borderland Free shipping through this link on any orders over $100 Free 30 days in the app for new customers (offer comes via email after the purchase) 110% money back guarantee on all of our products. We believe fully in our products. If you don't love the product or you aren't getting the results you hoped for, let us know and we'll give you your money back … plus 10%! AmmoSquared Visit https://ammosquared.com/ today for a special offer and keep yourself fully stocked. With over 100,000 members and thousands of 5-star ratings, Your readiness is their mission. TacPack Visit http://www.TacPack.com  and use code IRONCLAD at checkout to get a free $70 tactical gift   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this episode of the Cowboy Cartel Podcast, we sit down with Kent Rollins – the Cast Iron Cowboy you know from YouTube, cowboy cooking, and his upcoming Outdoor Channel series Cast Iron Cowboy.Kent opens up about:Life behind the cowboy hat and chuck wagonThe inspiration for his new TV show premiering September 28thHow he turned cowboy cooking into a lifelong passion and careerStories and lessons from feeding cowboys across AmericaThis is our biggest podcast guest yet and a rare chance to hear Kent like you've never heard him before.

SPONSORS: 1) PRIZEPICKS: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/JULIAN and use code JULIAN and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/JulianDorey (***TIMESTAMPS in Description Below) ~ Dalton Fischer is the podcast host of the Dalton Fischer Podcast which covers topics with guests ranging from CIA insiders, operators, and other geopolitical experts. DALTON'S LINKS: YT: https://www.youtube.com/@DaltonFischerPodcast/featured IG: https://www.instagram.com/daltonfischerpodcast/?hl=en FOLLOW JULIAN DOREY INSTAGRAM (Podcast): https://www.instagram.com/juliandoreypodcast/ INSTAGRAM (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/julianddorey/ X: https://twitter.com/julianddorey JULIAN YT CHANNELS - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Clips YT: https://www.youtube.com/@juliandoreyclips - SUBSCRIBE to Julian Dorey Daily YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JulianDoreyDaily - SUBSCRIBE to Best of JDP: https://www.youtube.com/@bestofJDP ****TIMESTAMPS**** 00:00 – Montana trip, lifestyle travel, Julian inspires Dalton to “burn the ships” 08:21 – Starting point, paralysis by analysis, daunting beginnings 15:16 – Calling podcasters for advice, Danny Jones, John Kiriakou 27:56 – John Kiriakou's storytelling, Clark Fredericks story, abu5er grooming tactics 39:22 – Worst things that can be done 52:07 – Why Shawn Ryan inspires Dalton, empowering team, criticism of big figures 01:00:25 – Founder burnout, sacrificing relationships, Julian's peace after grandfather's passing 01:07:02 – Lessons from grandfather's passing, finality, watching last breath 01:16:35 – Dalton on death, Hormozi on mortality, afterlife, connecting with Brent Tucker 01:27:27 – People off cam, Brent Tucker, Delta Force vs SEALs, NYPD active shooter training 01:37:30 – Police officers school shootings, common sense gun laws 01:47:58 – Blackstone shooter, Shawn Ryan & Tucker, CIA infiltration 01:57:08 – Deciding validity of CIA narratives, divided society, does your vote matter? 02:03:39 – Episode w/ Rick Spence, spectrum of guests, China, Mariana Van Zeller 02:14:11 – Cartels in US, Matt Hedger 02:24:43 – Complex operations, Scott Payne episode, undercover work 02:40:57 – Scott's entry into undercover world, living through guests, 9/11 & Tim Brown 02:51:01 – Terror & unification, how things are said 03:03:25 – Dalton's work CREDITS: - Host, Editor & Producer: Julian Dorey - Producer & Editor: Alessi Allaman - https://www.youtube.com/@UCyLKzv5fKxGmVQg3cMJJzyQ - In-Studio Producer: Joey Deef - https://www.instagram.com/joeydeef/ Julian Dorey Podcast Episode 335 - Dalton Fischer Music by Artlist.io Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this explosive episode, we sit down with Alex Vargas, a former gang member and cartel sicario who lived through one of the most dangerous eras of crime. Born in Cali, Colombia but raised in Florida, he grew up in gangs, survived violent wars with rivals, and even faced a 65-year sentence in the U.S. before being repatriated back to Colombia. He opens up about: -His violent childhood and early murders committed “for fun” in Colombia -Joining street gangs in Florida and waging wars against Jamaicans, Cubans, and Latin Kings -Attempted murder of a cop and a life sentence that should have ended his story -The shocking way he was freed through Colombia's repatriation system in the 1990s -Working with hitmen and experiencing the dark side of the Cali Cartel era -How his life spiraled through crack, basuco, and violence before eventually transforming This is one of the rawest, most unfiltered looks into the world of gangs, drugs, and the cartels — told by someone who lived it on both sides of the border. Go Support Alex! For English Lessons Anywhere In The World Contact Alex On WhatsApp: +57 317 553 2811 This Episode Is #Sponsored By The Following: True Classic! Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/CONNECT! #trueclassicpod Mando! Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code MITCHELL at https://shopmando.com! #mandopod Mood! Head to https://mood.com to find the functional gummy that matches exactly what you're looking for, and let Mood help you discover YOUR perfect mood. And don't forget to use promo code CONNECT when you check out to save 20% on your first order. Join The Patreon For Bonus Content! https://www.patreon.com/theconnectshow 00:00 Meet Alex Vargas: From Killer to English Teacher 01:36 Violent Roots: Family History in Colombia 05:05 Gang Life in Florida: Brothers in Crime 09:30 Escalating Violence and Early Addictions 13:10 Florida Gangs, Drive-Bys, and Crime Culture 15:12 This Episode Is Sponsored By True Classic! 16:55 Deportation and Sentencing: Repatriation Loophole 24:35 Florida Prison: Proving Yourself Amidst Killers 33:04 Return to Colombia: New Life, Old Enemies 37:00 Cartel Connections: Family Betrayal and Violence 40:11 This Episode Is Sponsored By Mando And Mood! 44:17 Back and Forth: US, Colombia, and Rising Up the Cartel 54:34 Becoming a Hitman for the Cali Cartel 01:00:00 Ecuadorian Prison: Survival, Addiction, and Brutality 01:13:07 Prison Riots, Forced Violence, and Hitting Bottom 01:20:10 Out of Prison: Drug Wars, Family, and New Cartels 01:24:00 Life as a Cartel Operative: Robbery, Violence, and Loyalty 01:32:00 Work for a Narco Boss: Trust, Drugs, and Betrayals 01:41:29 International Expansion: Honduras and the Maras 01:48:47 Cartel Wars: Guarantee Man in Honduras 01:57:00 Return to Colombia: Final Escape and Confrontations 02:01:00 Rock Bottom: Addiction, Homelessness and Recovery 02:08:09 Getting Sober, Redemption, and Teaching English 02:15:00 Reflections, Consequences, and Redemption Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Truth Under Siege: MintPress News Needs YouThis is an urgent call to action. One of our main funding lines has been cut and MintPress News could be forced to shut down without your support.Support the fundraiserThe Trump administration is beating the drums of war in Latin America. Washington has placed a $50 million bounty on Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, accusing him of running a cocaine empire called the Cartel of the Suns.But experts say the cartel barely registers on the DEA's radar. Instead, the U.S. is inflating it into a narco-state menace — a pretext for regime change and invasion.MintCast hosts Mnar Adley and Alan MacLeod are joined by:Diego Sequera, journalist with Misión Verdad in CaracasLeonardo Flores, co-founder of the Venezuela Solidarity Network and former analyst at Venezuela's embassy in WashingtonTogether, they expose how Washington is weaponizing myths about drug trafficking to justify intervention — and why Venezuela remains at the heart of Latin America's anti-imperialist struggle.

According to many reports, the IRA and the Kinahan cartel are not what you would call friends. Especially after the 2016 regency hotel attack. Now, during the Gerry "The Monk" Hutch trial, this issue is coming up once again. In today's episode, we take a look at the claims made that the IRA tried to clip Daniel Kinahan and that they continue to look for a chance to remove him from the playing field. to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:https://www.sundayworld.com/crime/irish-crime/chilling-call-to-sunday-world-claimed-we-wont-miss-daniel-kinahan-the-next-time/410739129.html

The rivalry between Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda and Rubén Rocha Moya, both prominent figures in Sinaloa, Mexico, has deep roots in the state's political and educational spheres. Both men served as rectors of the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS) in different periods—Rocha from 1993 to 1997 and Cuén from 2005 to 2009. Initially, their relationship was collaborative, particularly during Rocha's gubernatorial campaign in 2021, where Cuén's local party, the Partido Sinaloense (PAS), played a key role in Rocha's victory.However, their alliance quickly soured after Rocha assumed office. Cuén, who was appointed Secretary of Health, was soon dismissed in May 2022 amid allegations tied to the murder of journalist Luis Enrique Ramírez. This marked the beginning of a public and escalating conflict between the two, centered around political control and influence, particularly over the UAS.Rocha's administration started to limit the power and influence of Cuén and his allies within the university and the state government. This led to a series of legal and political battles, including accusations of corruption against Cuén and his son, as well as actions perceived as political persecution by Cuén's supporters. The situation reached a climax with mass protests by UAS workers against what they saw as Rocha's attempts to undermine the university's autonomy.The rivalry took a tragic turn in July 2024 when Cuén was assassinated under suspicious circumstances, coinciding with an alleged incident involving Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, a leading figure in the Sinaloa Cartel. This has further complicated the political landscape in Sinaloa, intertwining it with organized crime narratives and deepening the political rift in the state.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Scandals, the shadow of El Mayo and the war against Governor Rocha: The tangled life and death of Héctor Cuén | International | EL PAÍS English (elpais.com)

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The rivalry between Héctor Melesio Cuén Ojeda and Rubén Rocha Moya, both prominent figures in Sinaloa, Mexico, has deep roots in the state's political and educational spheres. Both men served as rectors of the Universidad Autónoma de Sinaloa (UAS) in different periods—Rocha from 1993 to 1997 and Cuén from 2005 to 2009. Initially, their relationship was collaborative, particularly during Rocha's gubernatorial campaign in 2021, where Cuén's local party, the Partido Sinaloense (PAS), played a key role in Rocha's victory.However, their alliance quickly soured after Rocha assumed office. Cuén, who was appointed Secretary of Health, was soon dismissed in May 2022 amid allegations tied to the murder of journalist Luis Enrique Ramírez. This marked the beginning of a public and escalating conflict between the two, centered around political control and influence, particularly over the UAS.Rocha's administration started to limit the power and influence of Cuén and his allies within the university and the state government. This led to a series of legal and political battles, including accusations of corruption against Cuén and his son, as well as actions perceived as political persecution by Cuén's supporters. The situation reached a climax with mass protests by UAS workers against what they saw as Rocha's attempts to undermine the university's autonomy.The rivalry took a tragic turn in July 2024 when Cuén was assassinated under suspicious circumstances, coinciding with an alleged incident involving Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada, a leading figure in the Sinaloa Cartel. This has further complicated the political landscape in Sinaloa, intertwining it with organized crime narratives and deepening the political rift in the state.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Scandals, the shadow of El Mayo and the war against Governor Rocha: The tangled life and death of Héctor Cuén | International | EL PAÍS English (elpais.com)

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The US government has waged economic war on Venezuela for years. The Donald Trump administration is escalating this with threats of military intervention. Ben Norton discusses the history of sanctions and US-backed coup attempts against President Nicolás Maduro, explaining why Washington wants to topple this ally of China, Russia, and Iran, so US oil corporations can exploit the South American nation's natural resources. VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zU17g3DXwiY Check out our related video on how the US government supports drug traffickers in Latin America: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwCducQ8HHw Topics 0:00 US-backed coups in Latin America 1:32 US economic war on Cuba 2:15 Venezuela's alliance with China & Russia 3:12 Dedollarization 4:17 Petrodollar system 5:45 US military threatens Venezuela 7:53 Drug production 8:37 US-backed drug trafficker in Colombia 9:24 US-backed drug trafficker in Ecuador 11:35 Fentanyl 12:52 UN data on drugs 13:39 Marco Rubio opposes international law 14:58 (CLIP) Marco Rubio attacks UN 15:42 "Cartel de los Soles" doesn't exist 16:32 Colombia's President Gustavo Petro 17:27 US-backed coup in Venezuela in 2002 18:53 Guarimbas: coup attempts in 2014 & 2017 19:28 Obama dubs Venezuela "threat" 19:54 US economic war & sanctions 21:16 Oil exports 22:16 US collapses Venezuela's oil industry 23:24 Coup attempt with Juan Guaidó in 2019 24:09 (CLIP) John Bolton boasts of coup 24:59 Trump admin discussed military attacks 26:02 Failed invasion in 2020: Operation Gideon 28:41 Bolivarian Revolution 30:25 Marco Rubio's drug lies 31:46 US bounty on Maduro's head 33:27 Scholar: "Cartel of the Suns" doesn't exist 35:10 US invasion of Panama in 1989 36:19 US turned against Saddam Hussein 36:52 Coup strategy 37:34 US intel debunks Trump admin's drug lies 39:49 Tattoos as "proof" of cartel membership 41:17 Juan Guaidó worked with drug cartels 43:06 Guaidó gang's corruption 43:52 US empire's puppets in Latin America 44:51 Colonialist Monroe Doctrine 45:46 (CLIP) John Bolton on Venezuela's oil 46:53 Trump wants Venezuela's oil 47:52 Goals of US empire 49:16 Outro

PREVIEW: Ernesto Araújo: Brazil's Lula da Silva distances himself from "terror cartel" leader Maduro to project a democratic image globally, avoiding association with Venezuela's problematic regime.  MORE LATER. 1920 RIO

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