Showing posts with label Trade. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Trade. Show all posts

8/5/16

Latin Pulse: 8.05.2016

Fútbol (or soccer) at the Olympics and concerns about the military and police in Honduras    provide the varied themes on Latin Pulse this week. The program provides an in-depth analysis of both the women's and men's fútbol competitions at the Olympic Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.  The program also concludes its two-part critique of the Honduran military. The program also discusses the role the military is playing in both the Drug War and in the political sphere in Honduras. The news segment of the program discusses U.S. President Barack Obama's support for the Trans-Pacific Partnership (the TPP).

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Joshua Nadel of North Carolina Central University; and
Orlando Perez of Millersville University.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell;
Technical Director: Jim Singer; and 
Production Assistant: Chorsie Martin.


(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


  (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 
















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12/18/15

Latin Pulse: 12.18.2015

Politics and diplomacy provide the main themes for Latin Pulse this week.  The program marks the anniversary of the diplomatic opening between Cuba and the United States with an interview recorded in Havana.  The program deals with the prospects for the end of the embargo.  The program also follows the complicated corruption scandal in Brazil that has now intersected with the political movement to impeach and unseat President Dilma Rousseff.  The scandal has now evolved into a political crisis as all branches of the Brazilian government are involved in which politicians should be prosecuted and removed from office.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Bob Holden, former Governor of Missouri and now with Webster University; and
Matt Taylor of American University.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Technical Director: Jim Singer; and
Associate Producer: Natalie Ottinger.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


  (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 





























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11/20/15

Latin Pulse: 11.20.2015

Reflections on a special trip to Cuba provide the main themes on Latin Pulse this week.  The program includes interviews with a U.S. delegation on a cultural and educational exchange in Cuba, including the delegation's leader, the former governor of Missouri.  The program also includes viewpoints on the U.S. embargo of Cuba and the possibility of business development on the island.  The discussion ranges through politics, economics and shared interests between the U.S. and Cuba.  The news segment of the program discusses the capture of Syrians using illegal passports in Honduras to possibly enter the U.S. illegally.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Bob Holden, former governor of Missouri and now with Webster University; and
Chris Gutierrez, SmartPort of Kansas City.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Technical Director: Jim Singer; and
Associate Producer: Natalie Ottinger.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 
































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10/30/15

Latin Pulse: 10.30.2015

Trade, finance and economics provide the main themes on Latin Pulse this week. The program gives an in-depth analysis of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and what obstacles it faces in the U.S. Congress and the U.S. political system.  The program also reviews the current status of the debt crisis in Puerto Rico and dissects how the island territory piled up billions in debt.  The news segment of the program covers the results of presidential elections in Latin America, with a focus on why the presidential race in Argentina is headed to a second round of voting.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Chris Sabatini of Columbia University & Latin America Goes Global; and
Mauro Guillen of the Lauder Institute of the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Technical Director: Jim Singer; and
Associate Producer: Natalie Ottinger.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 











































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6/26/15

Latin Pulse: 6.26.2015

Looking ahead to next week and the important meetings between Brazil's President Dilma Rousseff and U.S. President Barack Obama, Latin Pulse gives an analytical preview of what to expect.  The program includes viewpoints from both Brazil and the United States, taking into account the domestic problems Rousseff faces, including the worst economic climate in a generation as Brazil slips into recession, and the worst presidential popularity ratings in Brazil's democratic history. The news segment of the program covers the success of special trade authority in the U.S. Congress this week and what that means for Mexico, Peru and Chile.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Matias Spektor of the Getulio Vargas Foundation in Brazil; and
Victoria Langland of the University of Michigan.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Production Assistant: Sierra Hancock.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 





























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6/19/15

Latin Pulse: 6.19.2015

Violence and salvation are the themes this week on Latin Pulse. The alarming rise in homicide rates in El Salvador catches our attention and the program discusses the causes and how the government is reacting to the rise in gang-related violence.  The reaction seems to be extrajudicial killings and the return of death squads.  The program also includes an analysis about the shift of religious beliefs in Latin America, including the rise of evangelicals and religious pluralism. The news segment of the program covers the latest votes related to the Trans-Pacific Partnership and special trade authority for President Barack Obama.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Hector Silva of the Center for Latin American & Latino Studies (CLALS) at American University; and
Andrew Chesnut of Virginia Commonwealth University.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Production Assistant: Sierra Hancock.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 




























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6/12/15

Latin Pulse: 6.12.2015

Trade and financial concerns provide the central themes this week on Latin Pulse as the program focuses on the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and the debt crisis in Puerto Rico.  With the U.S. Congress split over the TPP, the program debriefs an economic expert on how the proposed trade pact will have an impact on jobs in Latin America, the U.S. and Asia too.  The program also unravels the key issues related to the debt problems of Puerto Rico. The news segment of the program covers the ongoing debate between Argentina and the U.K. over disputed islands in the South Atlantic.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Rob Scott of the Economic Policy Institute; and
Mauro Guillen of the Lauder Institute of the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Production Assistant: Sierra Hancock.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 




























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5/26/15

Latin Pulse: 5.26.2015

Originating in Puerto Rico this week, Latin Pulse takes a look at the status of the island and whether there is movement forward on a change to statehood or independence.  The program also covers the issues of identity, culture and economics facing the island commonwealth.  The program also delves into the special relationship the U.S. has developed with Mexico and how trade pacts and economic reforms have brought the countries closer.  The news segment of the program deals with the latest charges and counter-charges related to allegations that powerful leaders in Venezuela are connected to the drug trade.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Maria Acosta Cruz of Clark University; and
Shannon O'Neil of the Council on Foreign Relations.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Production Assistant: Sierra Hancock.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 











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4/24/15

Latin Pulse: 4.24.2015

Justice, human rights and immigration policy regarding Central America provide the triple themes this week on Latin Pulse. The program focuses on the extradition case of Inocente Montano, a former colonel and leader for the Salvadoran military during El Salvador's civil war.  Spanish authorities want Montano sent to Spain to face human rights charges connected to the massacre of Jesuit priests at a university in San Salvador.  The program also looks at Congressional concerns over U.S. immigration policy in Central America. The news segment of the program reviews the controversial trade mission to Cuba of New York Governor Andrew Cuomo.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Geoff Thale of the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA); and
Eric Olson of the Woodrow Wilson Center.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Production Assistant: Sierra Hancock.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)


 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 










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2/20/15

Latin Pulse: 2.20.2015

China and its economic and geopolitical strategy and cultural influence provide the central themes for this week's edition of Latin Pulse. The first half of the program examines the trade and economic issues connected to China's strategies in Latin America.  And the program debates the response of the U.S. to this economic expansion.  The second half of the program examines the history and cultural influence of Chinese emigration to Peru.  The news segment of the program covers the protests this week against the handling of the investigation into the death of special prosecutor Alberto Nisman in Argentina.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Mark Jones of Rice University; 
Kevin Gallagher of Boston University;
Larry Clayton of the University of Alabama; and 
Adam McKeown, author of Chinese Migrant Networks and Cultural Change.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Production Assistant: Gabriela Canchola.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 60 minutes in length and the file size is 83 MB.)
 







































































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1/16/15

Latin Pulse: 1.16.2015

During the first month of the new year, Latin Pulse focuses on the spiritual aspects of indigenous communities as a way of providing reflection on this time of change.  The program features the stories and analysis of experts on archaeology and anthropology to provide context on these deep topics.  The program looks at spiritual practice and history in Mexico and Guatemala.  The news segment of the program discusses the latest change in travel and trade regulations between the U.S. and Cuba, allowing travelers from the United States to travel to Cuba unfettered for the first time in many decades.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

David Freidel of Washington University; and
Tim Knab of the Universidad de las Americas - Puebla.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Production Assistant: Gabriela Canchola.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 































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12/19/14

Latin Pulse: 12.19.2014

In this special edition of Latin Pulse, we dip into the holiday spirit, literally, by exploring the spirit of tequila.  The program includes an in-depth discussion of the business and economics surrounding the trade of tequila and how the taste for tequila has changed, propelled by the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).  The program also includes a tasting and discussion of top shelf tequilas. The news segment of the program looks at the historic proposal this week worked out between the Cuban and U.S. governments regarding discussions of normalizing diplomatic relations after more than 53 years of conflict.

The program includes an in-depth interview with:

Ramses Armendariz of Webster University.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Producer: Jim Singer; and
Associate Producer: Gabriela Canchola.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

(To see a set list of songs used in the production of this program, please go here.)



 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 42 MB.)
 





























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6/20/14

Latin Pulse: 6.20.2014

This week, Latin Pulse looks closely at Ecuador, especially its policies on the environment and its diplomatic stance concerning the asylum of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange.  The program discusses the various stances of Ecuador's President Rafael Correa when it comes to international free speech movements and those in the media in his own country.  The program also explores Correa's shifting positions regarding oil development in the sensitive Yasuni National Park region of the Amazon.  The news segment this week covers the re-election victory of President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Rob Albro of American University's Center for Latin American & Latino Studies (CLALS); and
Teodoro Bustamante of Ecuador's FLACSO.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell;
Associate Producer: Megan Ekhaml; and
Writer: Elyssa Pachico.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 28 MB.)
 




































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2/21/14

Latin Pulse: 2.21.2014

The problems corruption causes for politics, policy, and society is the central topic for this extended version of Latin Pulse this week.  The program traces the effects of political scandals in Colombia, Brazil, Panama, and Costa Rica.  The expert panel on this program also discusses some of the countries with the worst corruption problems including Honduras and Venezuela.  The program also features an in-depth report on the Cuban Five espionage case. The news segment of the program gives an update on the unrest in Venezuela led by the political opposition and the student movement.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Fulton Armstrong of the Center for Latin American & Latino Studies (CLALS) at American University;
Luis Botello of the International Center for Journalists (ICFJ); and
Adam Isacson of the Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA).


Other interviews include:

Gloria La Riva of the National Committee to Free the Cuban Five; 
Stephen Kimber the University of King's College, Halifax, Canada; and
Robert Muse, attorney.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; 
Repoter: Rachel Baye; and
Associate Producer: Zach Cohen.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 60 minutes in length and the file size is 55 MB.)
 












































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2/14/14

Latin Pulse: 2.14.2014

The power, politics, and economics behind oil in Latin America provide the central focus on Latin Pulse this week.  The program goes in-depth on Venezuelan oil production and what it has meant for that country.  The role oil has played in the further militarization of Venezuela is also a key theme explored in the discussion.  The program also discusses political reforms in Mexico meant to revive oil production there and the latest regarding oil reserves in both Brazil and Colombia. The news segment of the program looks at unrest in Venezuela led by the political opposition and the student movement.

The program includes interviews with:

Jeff Colgan of American University; and 
Ramon Espinasa of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB).

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; and
Associate Producer: Megan Ekhaml.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 41 MB.)
 


































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1/16/14

Latin Pulse: 1.16.2014

Economic and political reforms in Mexico are the centerpieces of analysis on Latin Pulse this week. The program also covers new violence and concerns over the security situation in Mexico.  The analysis spends considerable timing assessing the first year in office of President Enrique Pena Nieto.  The program also includes a repeat of interviews on Mexico and U.S policy to mark the passing of Robert Pastor, former U.S. National Security Advisor for Latin America and the Caribbean.  During those retrospective discussions the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and U.S. policy with Venezuela provide the central themes.

The program includes interviews with:

Duncan Wood of the Wilson Center; and an archival interview with
the late Robert Pastor, formerly of American University.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell; and
Associate Producer: Megan Ekhaml.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 41 MB.)
 






























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6/14/13

Latin Pulse: 6.14.2013

Cuba is the central focus of Latin Pulse this week, with discussions of new diplomatic proposals and a new documentary about the island.  The debate about Cuba covers why the United States lists the country as a state sponsor of terrorism and how the two nations could move beyond their diplomatic deadlock.  The documentary preview includes views on the effects of the revolution and how race plays a key role in everyday Cuba.  The news segment discusses the recent railway tragedy in Argentina and the program also includes a commentary about China's trade and diplomacy with Latin America.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Andres Serbin of CRIES; and
Bill Gentile of American University.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell
Associate Producer: Curt Devine
Writer: Zach Cohen.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 28 MB.)
 











 

 










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5/2/13

Latin Pulse: 5.02.2013

With the visit of President Barack Obama to Mexico and Central America this week Latin Pulse focuses on the agenda of the United States in the region.  Obama has underlined the importance of trade and economic agreements that will frame this trip.  However, the program also ranges into the issues of immigration and the Drug War that will undoubtedly also be important to this round of diplomacy.  The news segment of the program covers the clash in the Venezuelan National Assembly between the ruling socialist party and the opposition, leaving lawmakers literally bruised and battered.

The program includes in-depth interviews with:

Manuel Suarez-Mier of American University; and 
Francisco Robles Rivera of the Universidad Nacional and the Universidad de Costa Rica.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell
Associate Producer: Curt Devine.

(To download or stream this podcast, click here.)

 (The program is 30 minutes in length and the file size is 28 MB.)
 




 

 



















  
 


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