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U.S.-Mexico Tensions in the Era of the Don-Roe Doctrine

Note: This episode was recorded on February 17th, 2026, before the death of Mexican cartel leader “El Mencho.” In this episode, Mariana speaks with Jorge Castaneda, a Mexican politician and academic who served as Secretary of State from 2000 to 2003. They discuss President Trump’ ...  Show more

 . 38min 2sec
Trump the Price Setter, Mexico the Price Taker

In this episode, Mariana speaks with Alan Stoga, former partner of Henry Kissinger and Chairman of the Tallberg Foundations, about the historical consequences of the Trump presidency, how the world we grow up in is morphing, and what is likely to be America’s role in this new wor ...  Show more

 . 41min 24sec

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