We take you through Pablo Escobar's journey from humble beginnings to becoming the leader of the Medellín Cartel. Discover how he built a billion-dollar empire, his influence in politics, and the violent conflicts that marked his reign. Learn about his complex legacy, both as a feared criminal and a controversial benefactor, and the lasting impact on Colombi ... Show More
Feb 10
Flor y Fauna en Yucatán con Flor Peraza - Flor & Fauna in Yucatan with Flor Peraza
We sit down with Flor, a local Spanish teacher with a background in biology and a master’s focus on ecology, to talk about her journey, her Yucatecan roots, and how she became part of our immersion program in Mérida. Together, we explore fascinating topics like whether coyotes in ... Show More
37m 16s
Feb 3
Cómo Tomar el Camión en México - How to Take the Bus in Mexico
From figuring out which bus to take to knowing when and how to signal the driver, we walk you through the reality of using urban buses in Mexico. We talk about routes, schedules (or the lack of them), payment methods—from cash to modern app-based systems like Mérida’s Va y Ven—an ... Show More
34m 58s
Jan 27
La salsa Tabasco no viene de Tabasco
From Cholula to Tabasco, we explore how some of the world’s most famous hot sauces are named after places they don’t actually come from. We break down the real origins of Tabasco sauce, how it was created in Louisiana using Tabasco chilies, and how it became the best-selling hot ... Show More
26m 48s
Dec 2014
The Cult of Pablo Escobar
Two decades after the death of notorious drug baron Pablo Escobar in 1993, he still looms large in the Colombian psyche. In some quarters, there is an ambivalence towards this ruthless killer, an admiration for the man who made an estimated US $20 billion and built homes for the ... Show More
26m 54s
Mar 2023
The Downfall Of Pablo Escobar: Real Life Narcos Part 2
During his reign of terror, Pablo Escobar was feared not only by Colombians but by people across the world. The lives of police, politicians, journalists, rival gangs, and innocent civilians were lost during his notorious acts of violence at the height of his cocaine smuggling ca ... Show More
46m 12s