9.04- The Porfiriato

Just as Mexico was being kicked around by an economic crisis, Porfirio Diaz dropped a political bombshell.  Sponsor: casper.com/revolutions 

<p>After Porfirio Diaz said he welcomed a democratic opposition, many foolishly took him at his word. </p> <p>Tour Dates!</p> <p class="p1">Oct 15 -- Toronto -- <a href= "https://benmcnallybooks.com/event/mike-duncan-the-storm-before-the-storm/"> Ben McNally's</a></p> <p class="p ... Show More

Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the Mexican Revolution.In 1908 the President of Mexico, Porfirio Diaz, gave an interview to an American journalist. He was 77 and had ruled the country in autocratic fashion for over thirty years. He discussed the country's economic development ... Show More

For centuries, Mexico lived under the rule of Spain. In that time, a discriminatory caste system was created to keep non-Europeans in their place. However, one priest, inspired by the thinkers of the Enlightenment, would cast the first stone and help bring about Mexico’s independ ... Show More

For centuries, Mexico lived under the rule of Spain. In that time, a discriminatory caste system was created to keep non-Europeans in their place. However, one priest, inspired by the thinkers of the Enlightenment, would cast the first stone and help bring about Mexico’s independ ... Show More

<p>Explore the remarkable journey of Benito Juárez from adversity to becoming Mexico&apos;s first indigenous president, as we reflect on his enduring impact on Mexican society and governance. Additionally, immerse yourself in Mexican idioms influenced by Juárez&apos;s legacy, enh ... Show More

<p>We&apos;ve given Mexico some love in recent times, after Season 3&apos;s finale &quot;Te Amo, México&quot; - and today is no exception. In fact, today we&apos;ll talk about how Mexico&apos;s modern political structure came to exist.<br/><br/><br/>The nation wasn&apos;t always ... Show More

A man of contradictions, Pancho Villa was a prominent military leader in the Mexican Revolution who lived his life as a criminal, a hero...and a Hollywood star. Join Carter and Vanessa as they explore the successes and failures that defined Villa’s life and legacy, which is still ... Show More

What links the Mexican Republic, Palmerston, the Hapsburgs, Napoleon III and butterfly catching? Please tweet us if you can think of anything other than the following answer, which is the incredible story of the Last Emperor of Mexico. Tom and Dominic are joined by Edward Shawcr ... Show More

1325 - 1521 - The powerful Mesoamerican civilisation known for advanced city-building, military strength, religious rituals, and human sacrifices before their downfall to Spanish conquistadors led by Hernán Cortés.