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]]> The Brazilian Report hello@brazilian.report Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:24:07 +0000 Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:41:22 +0000 beehiiv A visa, a snub, and a reopened wound https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_visa_a_snub_and_a_reopened_wound The US State Department revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador to Washington ( https://newsletters.brazilian.report/p/us-brazil-ambassador-viotti-argentina-russia-putin ) and said the quiet part out loud: it is retaliation for Brasília withholding agr... Mon, 10 Aug 2026 18:24:07 +0000 2079 The Brazilian Report false full The US State Department revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador to Washington and said the quiet part out loud: it is retaliation for Brasília withholding agrément from Trump's pick to serve as the ambassador to Brazil. Two months before the first round, that is not a protocol dispute. It is leverage.

Gustavo Ribeiro is joined by James Green, professor at Brown University and chairman of the board of the Washington Brazil Office, to unpack the escalation and what it may be building toward — including the case that isolating Brazil lays the groundwork for questioning the October results.

They also take stock of the rest of a rough week in the neighborhood: relations with Argentina downgraded to chargé d'affaires level after Javier Milei's insults delivered on Brazilian soil, and Lula's unforced error on Paraguay, which reopened the wound of the War of the Triple Alliance. On the same day the visa news broke, Marco Rubio was hosting Paraguay's vice president and signing a nuclear cooperation deal.

Then to the campaign: Flávio Bolsonaro's running mate, why no major party wants to join either ticket, and how the public campaign fund and TV ad rules quietly favor the incumbent.

]]> Brazilian trade: Life after Washington https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazilian_trade_life_after_washington The US now takes less than 10% of Brazil's exports — the smallest share in decades — and Washington's tariff wall is accelerating a realignment that was already underway. Gustavo Ribeiro speaks with trade consultant Welber Barral, a former Brazilian fo... Tue, 04 Aug 2026 09:06:00 +0000 1643 The Brazilian Report false full The US now takes less than 10% of Brazil's exports — the smallest share in decades — and Washington's tariff wall is accelerating a realignment that was already underway.

Gustavo Ribeiro speaks with trade consultant Welber Barral, a former Brazilian foreign trade secretary (2007-11), about what the Section 301 tariffs are doing to exporters on the ground, why more than 30 rounds of talks produced nothing, and why Brasília will not sign the deal Washington handed Argentina. They also discuss Brazil's reciprocity law, the lobbying campaign to suspend US patents, and whether an election year makes retaliation more likely or less likely.

]]> An imported playbook for Brazil's elections https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/an_imported_playbook_for_brazil_s_elections Senator Flávio Bolsonaro used his turn at Debating Brazil — an event series in which Brazilian presidential candidates present their vision of the country to foreign ambassadors — to revive discredited claims about electronic voting fraud and to promis... Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0000 2440 The Brazilian Report false full Senator Flávio Bolsonaro used his turn at Debating Brazil — an event series in which Brazilian presidential candidates present their vision of the country to foreign ambassadors — to revive discredited claims about electronic voting fraud and to promise close alignment with Washington.Gustavo Ribeiro and James Green examine what the Brazilian press overlooked: a foreign policy doctrine that never rises beyond an outline, an unprompted misstep on Taiwan and an open appeal for American support.Also this week: the Brazil Office Alliance brings 16 social movements to the US Congress to press the case for nonintervention, the forced-labor rationale for new tariffs collapses under scrutiny, and new polling from Poder Data finds a sharp shift in Brazilian sentiment toward China.

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]]> Flávio Bolsonaro has a few problems to deal with https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/flavio_bolsonaro_has_a_few_problems_to_deal_with On this episode of Explaining Brazil, Gustavo Ribeiro, editor-in-chief of The Brazilian Report, talks with James Green, a historian at Brown University, about the fracturing landscape of Brazil's 2026 presidential race. Much of the conversation turns o... Mon, 13 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0000 2778 The Brazilian Report false full On this episode of Explaining Brazil, Gustavo Ribeiro, editor-in-chief of The Brazilian Report, talks with James Green, a historian at Brown University, about the fracturing landscape of Brazil's 2026 presidential race.

Much of the conversation turns on Flávio Bolsonaro, whose campaign has been undone largely by its own missteps. Once the front-runner, the senator is now locked in a public feud with his stepmother, Michelle Bolsonaro, that has cost him support among conservative and evangelical women. Ribeiro and Green examine how that rupture — compounded by his appeals for Washington to intervene against looming trade tariffs — has drained his political capital.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, meanwhile, is extending his lead by staying out of the fray. But the episode looks past the horse race to slower shifts underneath it.

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]]> Brazil's crime syndicates are now terrorist organizations https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_crime_syndicates_are_now_terrorist_organizations US Secretary of State Marco Rubio designated the Comando Vermelho (Red Command, or CV) and the Primeiro Comando da Capital (First Command of the Capital, or PCC) as foreign terrorist organizations. The Brazilian Report's editor-in-chief, Gustavo Ribeir... Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000 2501 The Brazilian Report false full US Secretary of State Marco Rubio designated the Comando Vermelho (Red Command, or CV) and the Primeiro Comando da Capital (First Command of the Capital, or PCC) as foreign terrorist organizations. The Brazilian Report's editor-in-chief, Gustavo Ribeiro, and the Brazil Office Alliance's president of the board, James Green, discuss the implications for Brazil.

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]]> Lula meets Trump in Washington https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_meets_trump_in_washington Editor-in-chief Gustavo Ribeiro sat down with historian James N. Green to unpack Lula's recent meeting with Donald Trump. While the visit yielded no concrete trade breakthroughs, it has been cast as a diplomatic victory, bolstering Lula's domestic stan... Fri, 08 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000 3149 The Brazilian Report false full Editor-in-chief Gustavo Ribeiro sat down with historian James N. Green to unpack Lula's recent meeting with Donald Trump. While the visit yielded no concrete trade breakthroughs, it has been cast as a diplomatic victory, bolstering Lula's domestic standing against far-right rivals. The discussion also addresses political issues at home: the rejection of a Supreme Court nominee and the steady drift of legislative power toward a more conservative Congress.

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]]> Trouble ahead for Brazil-US relations? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/trouble_ahead_for_brazil-us_relations What role will the United States play in Brazil's high-stakes 2026 elections? Join editor-in-chief Gustavo Ribeiro and historian James N. Green of the Brazil Office Alliance as they unpack the escalating tensions and potential for US interference in Br... Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000 2908 The Brazilian Report false full What role will the United States play in Brazil's high-stakes 2026 elections? Join editor-in-chief Gustavo Ribeiro and historian James N. Green of the Brazil Office Alliance as they unpack the escalating tensions and potential for US interference in Brazil's upcoming presidential race

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]]> Time to investigate Brazil's Supreme Court justices? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/time_to_investigate_brazil_s_supreme_court_justices_preview Amid deepening polarization and the judiciary’s growing role in the country’s political life, Brazil’s Supreme Court has become accustomed to being rated poorly by a significant share of the population. In recent years, most of that opposition has come... Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 483 The Brazilian Report false full Amid deepening polarization and the judiciary’s growing role in the country’s political life, Brazil’s Supreme Court has become accustomed to being rated poorly by a significant share of the population.

In recent years, most of that opposition has come from the far right, which saw the court as a barrier to its onslaught on democracy — including the attempted coup following the 2022 election.

The problem now is that the dissatisfaction has become widespread — and is being driven precisely by a justice who was central to preserving democracy during the coup attempt saga: Alexandre de Moraes.

According to polling institute Quaest, 66% of Brazilians said that, come October’s elections, they would consider voting for Senate candidates who promise to seek the impeachment of Supreme Court justices.

That survey was conducted amid the ongoing Banco Master scandal, which has raised corruption suspicions involving a wide range of Brazilian authorities across all branches of government, particularly members of the judiciary and right-wing politicians.

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]]> Brazil's water leverage. And its fault lines (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_water_leverage_and_its_fault_lines_preview Humanity has entered what scientists are calling an “era of water bankruptcy.” According to the United Nations University, many critical water systems around the world are so overused — through depletion, overallocation, land and soil degradation, defo... Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000 762 The Brazilian Report false full Humanity has entered what scientists are calling an “era of water bankruptcy.” According to the United Nations University, many critical water systems around the world are so overused — through depletion, overallocation, land and soil degradation, deforestation, and pollution, all compounded by climate change — that they can no longer be restored. At the same time, global warming and the spread of artificial intelligence promise to dramatically increase demand for water and clean energy across a wide range of countries.In this complex scenario, Brazil is in a privileged position, being home to more than 12 percent of the world’s fresh water, and an electricity matrix that is more than 55 percent hydropower-based. But does an abundance of river basins truly translate into water security?As it stands, Brazil is in a relatively comfortable position to ensure water supply for homes, industries, and crops, as well as the functioning of its hydropower plants. Water availability is also a crucial asset for the country on the international stage. When agribusiness exports dozens of millions of tons of soy each year, it is also indirectly exporting the water used in that process. Half of the water consumed in Brazil goes to irrigation.When federal and local governments court foreign investment to host data centers, they are offering the water used in power generation and in the cooling systems those facilities require. Last week, the lower house even approved a bill granting tax incentives to the sector. The text will still be voted on in the Senate.But experts warn of risks of chronic water shortages in several parts of Brazil over the coming decades, considering projections of economic and demographic growth, as well as the effects of climate change.

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]]> An indigenous victory against Cargill on the Tapajós River (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/an_indigenous_victory_against_cargill_on_the_tapajos_river_preview Advances in oil exploration and the construction of railways and highways in recent years have shown that, when large infrastructure projects clash with matters of Amazon preservation, the Brazilian government of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva tends to favo... Fri, 27 Feb 2026 21:00:00 +0000 606 The Brazilian Report false full Advances in oil exploration and the construction of railways and highways in recent years have shown that, when large infrastructure projects clash with matters of Amazon preservation, the Brazilian government of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva tends to favor the former. 

Some call this progress; others see it as ultimately self-defeating in the face of the ongoing climate emergency. But this week, the usual script of Brazilian developmentalism trumping environmentalism was turned on its head, and on the Amazonian Tapajós River in Pará state, environmentalist forces prevailed.

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]]> Brazilian stocks’ record run (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazilian_stocks_record_run_preview 190,000 points. After a string of record highs that have been piling up since mid-January, the Ibovespa — the benchmark index of São Paulo’s stock exchange, the B3 — surpassed this historic threshold during Wednesday, February 11, closing the day just ... Fri, 13 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000 406 The Brazilian Report false full 190,000 points. After a string of record highs that have been piling up since mid-January, the Ibovespa — the benchmark index of São Paulo’s stock exchange, the B3 — surpassed this historic threshold during Wednesday, February 11, closing the day just shy of it.Financial trading volume totaled BRL 38.6 billion, or about USD 7.7 billion. With this result, and only six weeks into the year, Ibovespa has already posted gains of over 18% in 2026.To give a sense of the scale, stock exchange data on foreign investor flows show a net inflow of BRL 26.3 billion in January alone — exceeding the surplus recorded for the entire year of 2025.

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]]> Brasília enters an election year on edge (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brasilia_enters_an_election_year_on_edge_preview Brasília is back to work — and the new legislative year has opened with all the familiar rituals: lofty speeches about stability, institutional balance, and dialogue, plus promises of an ambitious agenda ahead. But this is no ordinary year. Brazil is h... Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000 678 The Brazilian Report false full Brasília is back to work — and the new legislative year has opened with all the familiar rituals: lofty speeches about stability, institutional balance, and dialogue, plus promises of an ambitious agenda ahead.

But this is no ordinary year.

Brazil is heading into a high-stakes election in October. Voters will choose a president, renew the entire House, elect two-thirds of the Senate, pick 27 governors, and decide the fate of hundreds of state legislators. From now on, everything in Brasília will be filtered through the election calendar — what Congress dares to vote on, what the government is willing to push forward, and even how and when Supreme Court justices make their moves.

And looming over all of it is a growing source of anxiety.

Hovering above the capital is the Banco Master case — an investigation lawmakers privately describe as unpredictable, corrosive, and potentially explosive. We touched on it last week, but its shadow is only getting longer.

Since Operation Car Wash erupted in 2014, Congress has not entered an election year under such a serious risk of being overwhelmed by corruption allegations — the kind that can torpedo campaigns, reshape alliances, and, in some cases, lead to criminal consequences.

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]]> Banco Master and the Supreme Court: After the glory came the crisis (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/banco_master_and_the_supreme_court_after_the_glory_came_the_crisis_preview As the saying goes, the calm comes before the storm. In Brazil’s Supreme Court, the current crisis came after a period of glory and renown. In September 2025, the Supreme Court made history and became a global reference. Breaking with Brazil’s long tra... Thu, 29 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 625 The Brazilian Report false full As the saying goes, the calm comes before the storm. In Brazil’s Supreme Court, the current crisis came after a period of glory and renown.

In September 2025, the Supreme Court made history and became a global reference. Breaking with Brazil’s long tradition of impunity for military interference in politics, the court analyzed a wealth of evidence and convicted former President Jair Bolsonaro and top-ranking military officers for attempting a coup after losing the 2022 election.

That same month, Edson Fachin took office as the Supreme Court Chief Justice and quickly expressed his desire to create a code of conduct for members of the top court. Apparent conflicts of interest involving justices are common — and preventing them is also a way to strengthen the rule of law.

In December, however, the court was pulled into the swirling scandal involving Banco Master — a mid-sized lender that was liquidated amid suspicions of fraud involving billions of reais. The bank’s owner, Daniel Vorcaro, has ties to state governors, lawmakers, high-ranking executive personnel and justices, putting many people under suspicion across the political spectrum.

Late last year, the press revealed that the wife of Justice Alexandre de Moraes had signed a three-year contract with Banco Master worth BRL 129 million (USD 25 million) to work as a lawyer for the bank. The contract's value raised eyebrows.

Soon after, it became public that Justice Dias Toffoli, the rapporteur of the Master case, had recently traveled on a private jet to a football match with the lawyer of one of the bank’s former executives. That alone would already be inappropriate. But from there, the problems only piled up.

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]]> How the Mercosur-EU deal impacts Brazilian firms beyond exports (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_the_mercosur-eu_deal_impacts_brazilian_firms_beyond_exports_preview Amid a global context of eroding multilateralism and rising US trade wars, Mercosur and the European Union are trying to create a shared market for more than 700 million people. The proposed free trade zone for goods and services encompasses 27 Europea... Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:00:00 +0000 695 The Brazilian Report false full Amid a global context of eroding multilateralism and rising US trade wars, Mercosur and the European Union are trying to create a shared market for more than 700 million people. 

The proposed free trade zone for goods and services encompasses 27 European countries, plus Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay on the other side of the Atlantic, with Bolivia in the process of joining as well. Combined, the economies involved in the deal make up for approximately 20% of global GDP.

The deal was finally signed on January 17, after more than 26 years of back-and-forth negotiations. 

But yet again, European farming countries are doing whatever they can to stall its implementation. On January 21, European lawmakers backed a resolution to seek an opinion from the EU’s Court of Justice on whether the free-trade deal complies with existing EU treaties.

That could stall the deal by up to two years — although the agreement’s backers, such as Germany, are trying to go ahead and implement it on a provisional basis until the court says its piece. 

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]]> What happened to Brazil-Venezuela relations? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_happened_to_brazil-venezuela_relations_preview Lula did not recognize Maduro’s 2024 election win, but his first two terms in office in the 2000s saw him make South American integration a top priority of Brazil’s foreign policy, and maintain close ties with the Hugo Chavez government of the time. Ve... Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0000 919 The Brazilian Report false full Lula did not recognize Maduro’s 2024 election win, but his first two terms in office in the 2000s saw him make South American integration a top priority of Brazil’s foreign policy, and maintain close ties with the Hugo Chavez government of the time.Venezuela held the world’s largest oil reserves. It was a country with limited development in other sectors, highly dependent on imports, and eager to challenge a US-led world order. Brazil, meanwhile, had industrial goods, construction companies looking to expand abroad, and ambitions to lead the political rise of the Global South. The partnership had the potential to be highly fruitful.Since then, however, much has changed in both countries, and ambitious regional integration projects have stalled. Now the United States is once again pulling Venezuela back into its sphere of influence, and away from China and Russia — and Brazil appears to have little room to maneuver.To understand Brazil-Venezuela relations in the 21st century — including the economic and political choices made by each country — our guests are:Diplomat Rômulo Neves, telling us what he witnessed firsthand in Brazil-Venezuela diplomatic relations while serving at the Brazilian Embassy in Caracas in 2007, during Chávez’s government. He is currently Minister-Counselor at the Brazilian Embassy in Rwanda, and author of the book “Political Culture and Elements for Analyzing Venezuelan Politics,” published in Portuguese by Funag. Our Latin America Editor, Ignacio Portes, discusses what has changed in those bilateral relations during Maduro's government. 

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]]> Trump’s Venezuela play: How it reshapes South America’s risk map (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/trump_s_venezuela_play_how_it_reshapes_south_america_s_risk_map_preview In Latin America, 2026 quite literally got off to an explosive start. Just before sunrise on January 2, the city of Caracas was violently awoken by the sound of bombs, as US forces launched a sudden, high-intensity strike on the Venezuelan capital. Wit... Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000 754 The Brazilian Report false full In Latin America, 2026 quite literally got off to an explosive start.

Just before sunrise on January 2, the city of Caracas was violently awoken by the sound of bombs, as US forces launched a sudden, high-intensity strike on the Venezuelan capital. Within hours, President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were in American custody — flown out of the country and headed to New York to face criminal charges.

The Venezuelan government has provided no official death count from the strikes, but they are believed to be in the dozens — at least 40, per some accounts.

Even by Washington’s standards, this was extraordinary. But it aligns neatly with Washington’s new worldview.

In its latest National Security Strategy, the US no longer frames Latin America as a partner. Instead, the US describes it as a buffer — a region expected to stop migrants, narcotics and Chinese influence before they reach US shores.

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]]> Checks and balances turned into vendettas (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/checks_and_balances_turned_into_vendettas_preview In any democratic republic, it’s normal for the executive, legislative, and judicial branches to clash. That’s a sign of mutual oversight. It’s also normal for politicians to make concessions to their adversaries. That’s a sign of democracy. But the se... Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000 628 The Brazilian Report false full In any democratic republic, it’s normal for the executive, legislative, and judicial branches to clash. That’s a sign of mutual oversight. It’s also normal for politicians to make concessions to their adversaries. That’s a sign of democracy.

But the sequence of recent events in Brazilian politics has turned into a sweeping narrative about what happens when these dynamics of checks and balances slide into sheer revanchism and bargaining over the rule of law.

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]]> What needs repair in Brazil's public sector machine? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_needs_repair_in_brazil_s_public_sector_machine_preview In a country with 27 state governments, more than 5,000 city halls, and around 12 million people working in the public sector, calls to reform — or improve — Brazil’s civil service never really seem to go away. We talked to Brazil's special secretary f... Wed, 10 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000 691 The Brazilian Report false full In a country with 27 state governments, more than 5,000 city halls, and around 12 million people working in the public sector, calls to reform — or improve — Brazil’s civil service never really seem to go away.

We talked to Brazil's special secretary for state transformation — and asked him to compare the reform proposals coming from the lower house with the Lula administration's approach. 

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]]> Good COP? Bad COP? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/good_cop_bad_cop_preview Carlos Nobre, head of the Planetary Science Pavilion at COP30 in the Amazon, talks to us about the conference’s results, the climate emergency we are living through, and what Brazil can still do. Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 27 Nov 2025 19:00:00 +0000 660 The Brazilian Report false full Carlos Nobre, head of the Planetary Science Pavilion at COP30 in the Amazon, talks to us about the conference’s results, the climate emergency we are living through, and what Brazil can still do.

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]]> Brazil’s Central Bank led a revolution (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_central_bank_led_a_revolution_preview Five years ago, Brazil launched a public digital payment infrastructure — and its impact on the financial market and society has been immense. Send us your feedback Support the show Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000 599 The Brazilian Report false full Five years ago, Brazil launched a public digital payment infrastructure — and its impact on the financial market and society has been immense.

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]]> Supreme Court to Brazilians: “Follow the money” (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/supreme_court_to_brazilians_follow_the_money_preview Over the past decade, Brazilian lawmakers have steadily built up procedures to expand their powers over the purse. That has included increasing the overall volume of congressional grants; making a large share of them mandatory spending; limiting the Ex... Mon, 10 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000 633 The Brazilian Report false full Over the past decade, Brazilian lawmakers have steadily built up procedures to expand their powers over the purse. That has included increasing the overall volume of congressional grants; making a large share of them mandatory spending; limiting the Executive’s discretion over when to release those funds, and creating ways to erase transparency and traceability from the process. A perfect recipe for corruption, which has now trickled down to state and municipal levels.But the Supreme Court has just ordered the three branches of government to run a nationwide awareness campaign — from December through March — to explain how congressional grants are executed. The idea: show the public where they can access information about these amendments, teach people how to track where the money goes, and encourage them to report irregularities or wrongdoing. Will that finally be enough?

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]]> COP30: Will climate action take root? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/cop30_will_climate_action_take_root_preview Each passing year, the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP) gains more urgency. More and more biomes around the world are approaching what scientists call tipping points — the Amazon chief among them. Hosting the 30th edition of COP in Belém,... Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0000 906 The Brazilian Report false full Each passing year, the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP) gains more urgency. More and more biomes around the world are approaching what scientists call tipping points — the Amazon chief among them. Hosting the 30th edition of COP in Belém, one of the Amazon’s biggest cities, therefore represents one of the most significant responsibilities Brazil’s diplomacy has taken on in recent times. 

This week, we are joined by experts with distinct and diverse backgrounds to discuss the climate challenges facing Brazil and the world ahead of COP30. They are:

  • Adriana Ramos: Executive Secretary of the Socio-Environmental Institute, a civil society organization that monitors indigenous lands and other environmentally protected areas across Brazil, working both with governments and on the ground. She represented the Brazilian Forum of NGOs on the Amazon Fund Steering Committee from 2008 to 2013 and served on the Executive Board of the Brazilian Association of NGOs.

  • Carlos Nobre: One of the world’s leading climatologists, he is a researcher at the University of São Paulo, co-chair of the Scientific Panel for the Amazon, and a member of academies such as the World Academy of Sciences. He co-authored the research that earned the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change the Nobel Peace Prize in 2007 and was also responsible for creating some of Brazil’s main government climate centers, as well as the Large-Scale Biosphere-Atmosphere Experiment in the Amazon. 

  • Natalie Unterstell: President of the Talanoa Institute, a Brazilian climate policy think tank, and member of the COP30 Adaptation Council and the accreditation panel of the Green Climate Fund. She holds a master’s degree from Harvard Kennedy School and has served as a negotiator for Brazil in global climate talks, helping lead Brazil’s climate policy development.

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]]> Who will be Brazil's next Supreme Court justice? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/who_will_be_brazil_s_next_supreme_court_justice_preview Justice Luís Roberto Barroso is retiring. We unpack how factors such as trust, political ties, and electoral considerations may guide President Lula’s next choice for the court. Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or on The Brazilian ... Thu, 16 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000 558 The Brazilian Report false full Justice Luís Roberto Barroso is retiring. We unpack how factors such as trust, political ties, and electoral considerations may guide President Lula’s next choice for the court. 

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]]> 2026 election: A year away, what do polls say? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/2026_election_a_year_away_what_do_polls_say_preview President Lula’s popularity has risen. We examine how this might impact the political landscape ahead of the next presidential election. Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or on The Brazilian Report. Send us your feedback Support the... Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:00:00 +0000 307 The Brazilian Report false full President Lula’s popularity has risen. We examine how this might impact the political landscape ahead of the next presidential election. 

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]]> Brazil's tax system fuels income inequality (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_tax_system_fuels_income_inequality_preview Brazil’s Congress is discussing a proposal for income tax reform. Backed by the Lula administration, the bill seeks to make the country’s system more progressive. But just how unequal are taxes in Brazil? This week, we host economist Davi Bhering, who ... Wed, 01 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 508 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil’s Congress is discussing a proposal for income tax reform. Backed by the Lula administration, the bill seeks to make the country’s system more progressive. But just how unequal are taxes in Brazil? 

This week, we host economist Davi Bhering, who co-authored a Paris School of Economics study on Brazil’s tax income system. In our newly released episode of the Explaining Brazil podcast, he unpacks:  

  • Why Brazil’s income inequality may be higher than previously estimated.

  • How the Brazilian system’s regressivity compares to other countries.

Why his findings may indicate that global inequality is higher than anticipated.

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]]> Self-serving politics (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/self-serving_politics_preview Crowds on Sunday fanned out across Brazil’s 27 state capitals to denounce two measures moving through Congress: a constitutional amendment proposal that would essentially shield lawmakers from prosecution, and a bill that could forgive or soften penalt... Wed, 24 Sep 2025 15:00:00 +0000 863 The Brazilian Report false full Crowds on Sunday fanned out across Brazil’s 27 state capitals to denounce two measures moving through Congress: a constitutional amendment proposal that would essentially shield lawmakers from prosecution, and a bill that could forgive or soften penalties for those convicted of a coup attempt masterminded by former President Jair Bolsonaro and his acolytes.The demonstrations, initially organized in a spontaneous, online fashion and later embraced by left-of-center parties, were notable not only for their scale but also for how they reframed Brazil’s political symbolism and fault lines.Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or on The Brazilian Report.

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]]> The PCC’s sprawling presence in Brazil’s economy (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_pcc_s_sprawling_presence_in_brazil_s_economy_preview A massive police operation exposed how deep Brazil's largest criminal organization has penetrated the legitimate economy. Rafael Alcadipani, a professor at the FGV’s School of Public Administration and a member of the Brazilian Forum on Public Safety, ... Wed, 17 Sep 2025 18:00:00 +0000 602 The Brazilian Report false full A massive police operation exposed how deep Brazil's largest criminal organization has penetrated the legitimate economy.Rafael Alcadipani, a professor at the FGV’s School of Public Administration and a member of the Brazilian Forum on Public Safety, unpacks: 

  • How the PCC evolved into a mafia-like organization, with multiple economic activities.

  • The impacts of this expansion on democracy.

  • Brazil’s federal and state-level capacity to combat organized crime.

  • How the United States might play a role — and the risks. 

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]]> Bolsonaro: from the barracks, to the presidency ... to prison? (preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_from_the_barracks_to_the_presidency_to_prison_preview The Brazilian Supreme Court has reached a majority to convict former President Jair Bolsonaro of leading a conspiracy to overturn his 2022 electoral defeat. The trial is about to bring an end to a political career long marked by authoritarian views and... Thu, 11 Sep 2025 19:00:00 +0000 1023 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian Supreme Court has reached a majority to convict former President Jair Bolsonaro of leading a conspiracy to overturn his 2022 electoral defeat. The trial is about to bring an end to a political career long marked by authoritarian views and practices. To review Bolsonaro's political path, the Explaining Brazil podcast invited journalist Juliana Dal Piva. She is the author of the book “O Negócio do Jair” (“The Business of Jair”), published in 2022 by Editora Zahar, and the host of the podcast series “A Vida Secreta de Jair” (“The Secret Life of Jair”), released in 2021 by the website UOL.

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]]> Brazil's trial of the century (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_trial_of_the_century_preview The final stage of Jair Bolsonaro’s coup trial kicked off on September 2 in Brasília. After months of evidence-gathering, arguments and testimonies, the justices are expected to deliver their ruling by September 12, in what is arguably the most consequ... Thu, 04 Sep 2025 09:00:00 +0000 787 The Brazilian Report false full The final stage of Jair Bolsonaro’s coup trial kicked off on September 2 in Brasília. After months of evidence-gathering, arguments and testimonies, the justices are expected to deliver their ruling by September 12, in what is arguably the most consequential trial in Brazil’s recent history.At the center of the case are the riots that occurred on January 8, 2023. They looked eerily like January 6 in the United States — but worse: crowds stormed not only Congress, but also the presidential palace and the Supreme Court itself. But prosecutors say those riots were just the visible edge of something larger — a vast conspiracy to push the military into breaking democracy.So what happens now? How will the justices rule, and what will it mean for Brazil’s fragile democracy — and its powerful military? Our guest today is Davi Tangerino. He’s a criminal lawyer and a professor at State University of Rio de Janeiro. Tangerino also served on Brazil’s National Council for Criminal and Penitentiary Policy, and helped lead the Brazilian Institute of Criminal Sciences.Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts or on The Brazilian Report.

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]]> Can Brazil own its digital destiny? (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/can_brazil_own_its_digital_destiny_preview At a time when US President Donald Trump is pressuring Brazil on both trade and military fronts, the country’s digital vulnerabilities have come into focus. The notion of sovereignty now extends beyond borders to the infrastructure, systems and data th... Tue, 26 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +0000 786 The Brazilian Report false full At a time when US President Donald Trump is pressuring Brazil on both trade and military fronts, the country’s digital vulnerabilities have come into focus. The notion of sovereignty now extends beyond borders to the infrastructure, systems and data that underpin the digital world.

How prepared is Brazil to secure its digital sovereignty?

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]]> The battle for control over Brazil's Congress (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_battle_for_control_over_brazil_s_congress_preview A political drama has unfolded inside Congress. It started with a show of force: after former President Jair Bolsonaro was placed on house arrest, lawmakers loyal to him occupied both chambers, bringing the legislature to a halt. But beneath the theatr... Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:00:00 +0000 594 The Brazilian Report false full A political drama has unfolded inside Congress. It started with a show of force: after former President Jair Bolsonaro was placed on house arrest, lawmakers loyal to him occupied both chambers, bringing the legislature to a halt. But beneath the theatrics, something more profound is unraveling — a leadership crisis. Listen to the full episode on Apple Podcasts or on The Brazilian Report.

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]]> Supreme Court places Bolsonaro under house arrest (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/supreme_court_places_bolsonaro_under_house_arrest_preview In this edition of #InsiderTalks, we’ve invited experts on law, democracy and electoral trends to analyze the trial of Bolsonaro and his allies for an alleged coup plot. Subscribe to Explaining Brazil Plus on Apple Podcasts for the full episode or go t... Tue, 05 Aug 2025 19:00:00 +0000 492 The Brazilian Report false full In this edition of #InsiderTalks, we’ve invited experts on law, democracy and electoral trends to analyze the trial of Bolsonaro and his allies for an alleged coup plot. Subscribe to Explaining Brazil Plus on Apple Podcasts for the full episode or go to The Brazilian Report and subscribe to get all of our content.

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]]> US tariffs: Brazil is negotiating with an “elected autocracy” (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/us_tariffs_brazil_is_negotiating_with_an_elected_autocracy_preview Professor Felipe Campante of Johns Hopkins sees little room for success in negotiations between Brazil and the US, as only the former is following the rule of law. Subscribe to Explaining Brazil Plus on Apple Podcasts for the full episode or go to The ... Mon, 28 Jul 2025 16:00:00 +0000 413 The Brazilian Report false full Professor Felipe Campante of Johns Hopkins sees little room for success in negotiations between Brazil and the US, as only the former is following the rule of law. Subscribe to Explaining Brazil Plus on Apple Podcasts for the full episode or go to The Brazilian Report and subscribe to get all of our content. 

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]]> Trump declares (trade) war on Brazil (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/trump_declares_trade_war_on_brazil_preview In this episode of Explaining Brazil Plus, we analyzed Donald Trump’s threat of a 50% tariff on Brazil and its possible impacts on the country's economy and politics. Subscribe to Explaining Brazil Plus on Apple Podcasts for the full episode or go to T... Mon, 14 Jul 2025 17:00:00 +0000 772 The Brazilian Report false full In this episode of Explaining Brazil Plus, we analyzed Donald Trump’s threat of a 50% tariff on Brazil and its possible impacts on the country's economy and politics. Subscribe to Explaining Brazil Plus on Apple Podcasts for the full episode or go to The Brazilian Report and subscribe to get all of our content. 

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]]> Social security scandals, Brazil's emissions beef and a papal funeral https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/social_security_scandals_brazil_s_emissions_beef_and_a_papal_funeral A major social security scandal causes a government headache. Brazil’s beef sector needs major changes to hit emissions goals. And Lula is off to Rome for the pope’s funeral, but who’s going with him? Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:00:00 +0000 714 The Brazilian Report false full A major social security scandal causes a government headache. Brazil’s beef sector needs major changes to hit emissions goals. And Lula is off to Rome for the pope’s funeral, but who’s going with him?

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]]> COP 30: are locals ready to shape policies? (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/cop_30_are_locals_ready_to_shape_policies_preview In this Explaining Brazil Plus episode, Lise Tupiassu of the Federal University of Pará gives us her on-the-ground perspective on what should be in the spotlight regarding COP30 in the Amazon Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:00:00 +0000 285 The Brazilian Report false full In this Explaining Brazil Plus episode, Lise Tupiassu of the Federal University of Pará gives us her on-the-ground perspective on what should be in the spotlight regarding COP30 in the Amazon

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]]> Penal populism, agro jobs and Bolsonaro under the knife https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/penal_populism_agro_jobs_and_bolsonaro_under_the_knife Rio’s mayor looks to El Salvador for inspiration on public security. Brazil’s agro jobs are less and less done on farms. And Bolsonaro goes under the knife again in a 12-hour surgery. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 18 Apr 2025 15:00:00 +0000 586 The Brazilian Report false full Rio’s mayor looks to El Salvador for inspiration on public security. Brazil’s agro jobs are less and less done on farms. And Bolsonaro goes under the knife again in a 12-hour surgery.

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]]> Trump’s decline, Embraer’s rise, and Lula in a gun fight https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/trump_s_decline_embraer_s_rise_and_lula_in_a_gun_fight Trump and the US become less popular in Brazil. Embraer wades into the aerial arms race. And the pro-gun caucus wants to take firearms away from Lula’s security team Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 11 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0000 621 The Brazilian Report false full Trump and the US become less popular in Brazil. Embraer wades into the aerial arms race. And the pro-gun caucus wants to take firearms away from Lula’s security team

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]]> Brazil braces for Trump's tariffs (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_braces_for_trump_s_tariffs_preview US President Donald Trump promises a significant tariff announcement on April 2. We gathered a team of experts to discuss how the looming threats of tariffs from the Trump administration may affect Brazil and reshape relations between the United States... Tue, 01 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0000 360 The Brazilian Report false full US President Donald Trump promises a significant tariff announcement on April 2. We gathered a team of experts to discuss how the looming threats of tariffs from the Trump administration may affect Brazil and reshape relations between the United States and Brazil — not just in the short-term future but also in the long run. Panelists:

  • Tony Harrington, former US ambassador to Brazil. Founding Principal of Albright Stonebridge. He was previously Chair of the President’s Intelligence Oversight Board and currently serves as Chair of the Wilson Center Brazil Institute. 

  • Kellie Meiman Hock, senior counselor at McLarty Associates and a board member of the Inter-American Dialogue. A former US Foreign Service Officer, she served in Porto Alegre, São Paulo and Recife in Brazil, as well as at the Office of the US Trade Representative in the Executive Office of the President as Director for Brazil and the Southern Cone.

  • Welber Barral, founding partner of BMJ, is an expert in international trade and investment with over 30 years of experience. He served as Brazil’s Secretary of Foreign Trade between 2007 and 2011 and has acted as an arbitrator in Mercosur and WTO disputes. He currently advises Fiesp and presides over IBCI, the Brazilian Institute of Foreign Trade.

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]]> Bolsonaro charged, egg exports rise, Brazil rethinks defense ties https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_charged_egg_exports_rise_brazil_rethinks_defense_ties The Supreme Court decides that Jair Bolsonaro will face trial over coup-plotting allegations. Brazilian producers are exporting eggs to the bird flu-hit US. And Brazil wants to chart its own course in purchasing defense tech. This episode refers to the... Fri, 28 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000 568 The Brazilian Report false full The Supreme Court decides that Jair Bolsonaro will face trial over coup-plotting allegations. Brazilian producers are exporting eggs to the bird flu-hit US. And Brazil wants to chart its own course in purchasing defense tech. This episode refers to the newsletters:

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]]> Tax exemptions, rate hikes and voluntary exile https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/tax_exemptions_rate_hikes_and_voluntary_exile Lula announces major income tax exemptions. The Central Bank hikes interest rates once more. And one of Bolsonaro’s sons flees to the US. This episode refers to the newsletters: 🎰 Lula goes all in (Mar. 19) 📈 Different in form, not content (Mar. 20) Se... Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 705 The Brazilian Report false full Lula announces major income tax exemptions. The Central Bank hikes interest rates once more. And one of Bolsonaro’s sons flees to the US. This episode refers to the newsletters:

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]]> Inflation, digital transformation and trade war frustration https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/inflation_digital_transformation_and_trade_war_frustration Inflation data shows little in the way of good news for Brazil. The country’s planned digital currency moves through testing phases. And Trump’s metal tariffs kick in — how is Brazil going to respond? This episode refers to the newsletters: 😢 Brazilian... Fri, 14 Mar 2025 09:00:00 +0000 582 The Brazilian Report false full Inflation data shows little in the way of good news for Brazil. The country’s planned digital currency moves through testing phases. And Trump’s metal tariffs kick in — how is Brazil going to respond? This episode refers to the newsletters:

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]]> How Brazil can navigate the Trump trade storm (Preview) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_brazil_can_navigate_the_trump_trade_storm_preview We’re launching Explaining Brazil Plus — a premium service bringing you exclusive content every month. As a subscriber, you’ll get access to special episodes and expert interviews, offering deeper insights into Brazil’s biggest stories. Subscriptions a... Tue, 11 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000 251 The Brazilian Report false full We’re launching Explaining Brazil Plus — a premium service bringing you exclusive content every month. As a subscriber, you’ll get access to special episodes and expert interviews, offering deeper insights into Brazil’s biggest stories. Subscriptions are just USD 1.99 a month on Apple Podcasts. But here’s the best part: If you’re already a subscriber to The Brazilian Report, you get it for free!

  • This week: Reporter Isabela Cruz sits down with Rubens Barbosa, Brazil’s former ambassador to the United Kingdom (1994-1999) and the United States (1999-2006), now a business consultant.

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]]> Oscar wins, fake coffee and fiscal fiascos https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/oscar_wins_fake_coffee_and_fiscal_fiascos Brazil bags its Carnival Oscar glory with “I’m Still Here.” Consumers get rattled as “fake coffee” makes its way onto supermarket shelves. And a court precedent could spell trouble for Big Four auditors in Brazil. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000 695 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil bags its Carnival Oscar glory with “I’m Still Here.” Consumers get rattled as “fake coffee” makes its way onto supermarket shelves. And a court precedent could spell trouble for Big Four auditors in Brazil.

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]]> Carnival, cabinet and crisis https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/carnival_cabinet_and_crisis Carnival is here, and it’s big business. Lula pulls the trigger and sacks his health minister. And STEM degrees are becoming less and less common in Brazil. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 28 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 686 The Brazilian Report false full Carnival is here, and it’s big business. Lula pulls the trigger and sacks his health minister. And STEM degrees are becoming less and less common in Brazil.

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]]> Bolsonaro indictment, Trump's lawsuit and a shocking shift https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_indictment_trump_s_lawsuit_and_a_shocking_shift Bolsonaro faces criminal charges for coup plotting. Trump’s media group is suing a Brazilian Supreme Court justice. And Brazil’s organized crime groups are expanding far beyond the drug trade. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 729 The Brazilian Report false full Bolsonaro faces criminal charges for coup plotting. Trump’s media group is suing a Brazilian Supreme Court justice. And Brazil’s organized crime groups are expanding far beyond the drug trade.

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]]> Steel, drought and neopentecostalism https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/steel_drought_and_neopentecostalism How Trump’s steel tariffs are expected to affect Brazil. A year after historic floods, Rio Grande do Sul now suffers from drought. And how Brazil’s evangelical shift is changing national politics. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 14 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000 776 The Brazilian Report false full How Trump’s steel tariffs are expected to affect Brazil. A year after historic floods, Rio Grande do Sul now suffers from drought. And how Brazil’s evangelical shift is changing national politics.

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]]> Trade wars, health alerts and oil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/trade_wars_health_alerts_and_oil As Trump's trade threats reshape global commerce, Brazil grapples with a mounting yellow fever outbreak ahead of Carnival. Meanwhile, controversial Amazon oil drilling plans gain momentum under new Senate leadership, testing the country's environmental... Fri, 07 Feb 2025 11:00:00 +0000 786 The Brazilian Report false full As Trump's trade threats reshape global commerce, Brazil grapples with a mounting yellow fever outbreak ahead of Carnival. Meanwhile, controversial Amazon oil drilling plans gain momentum under new Senate leadership, testing the country's environmental commitments.

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]]> Brazil's Congress elects new leaders https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_congress_elects_new_leaders Our podcast is back! For our first episode of 2025, we bring you a crucial topic for Brazil’s political landscape: the upcoming elections for the leadership positions in Congress and how they will affect Brazil’s political landscape, the tensions betwe... Fri, 31 Jan 2025 11:00:00 +0000 230 The Brazilian Report false full Our podcast is back! For our first episode of 2025, we bring you a crucial topic for Brazil’s political landscape: the upcoming elections for the leadership positions in Congress and how they will affect Brazil’s political landscape, the tensions between the Lula administration and the far right, as well as how the new congressional outlook will affect landmark projects such as the tax reform.

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]]> Delaying the EUDR? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/delaying_the_eudr The EU had approved a law demanding that products exported to the bloc would have to prove they are deforestation-free. After much adaptation and preparation, the implementation of that law has been delayed for an extra year, which will benefit Brazili... Wed, 11 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0000 1390 The Brazilian Report false full The EU had approved a law demanding that products exported to the bloc would have to prove they are deforestation-free. After much adaptation and preparation, the implementation of that law has been delayed for an extra year, which will benefit Brazilian commodity exporters.

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]]> Lula in a currency chokehold https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_in_a_currency_chokehold The Brazilian real is plummeting, borrowing costs are climbing, and market confidence has been in free fall. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 04 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0000 2046 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian real is plummeting, borrowing costs are climbing, and market confidence has been in free fall.

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]]> The tax reform gridlock https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_tax_reform_gridlock Many thought the tax reform regulations would clear Congress before the October elections. With just a few weeks left in the 2024 calendar, many wonder if it will pass at all this year. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 27 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000 1700 The Brazilian Report false full Many thought the tax reform regulations would clear Congress before the October elections. With just a few weeks left in the 2024 calendar, many wonder if it will pass at all this year.

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]]> Taking stock of the G20 Summit in Rio https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/taking_stock_of_the_g20_summit_in_rio With the G20 Summit and Brazil’s presidency of the group now at an end, we look back at the results of the major international gathering in Rio de Janeiro, and Lula’s date with Xi Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 670 The Brazilian Report false full With the G20 Summit and Brazil’s presidency of the group now at an end, we look back at the results of the major international gathering in Rio de Janeiro, and Lula’s date with Xi

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]]> The Amazon at war - To Be Read: Where authors translate Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_amazon_at_war_-_to_be_read_where_authors_translate_brazil In our book club, journalist Marcos Colón talks about the existential crisis that criminals, multinational companies and also the State have historically imposed to the Amazon Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 13 Nov 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2602 The Brazilian Report false full In our book club, journalist Marcos Colón talks about the existential crisis that criminals, multinational companies and also the State have historically imposed to the Amazon

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]]> How the U.S. election influences Latin America https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_the_u_s_election_influences_latin_america As the U.S. selects its next leader, the choice will reverberate through Latin America, influencing political and economic landscapes across the region. Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:00:00 +0000 1280 The Brazilian Report false full As the U.S. selects its next leader, the choice will reverberate through Latin America, influencing political and economic landscapes across the region.

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]]> A Brazilian MAGA? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_brazilian_maga Jair Bolsonaro is working to reshape Brazil’s Liberal Party into a political vehicle firmly under his influence — much like Donald Trump has redefined the Republican Party in the U.S. as his MAGA party. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000 2417 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro is working to reshape Brazil’s Liberal Party into a political vehicle firmly under his influence — much like Donald Trump has redefined the Republican Party in the U.S. as his MAGA party.

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]]> The Pantanal's jaguars https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_pantanal_s_jaguars A particularly harsh wildfire season in Brazil's Pantanal has caused major impacts on the population of jaguars, the biome's most emblematic species. We speak to a big cat expert to find out more Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1914 The Brazilian Report false full A particularly harsh wildfire season in Brazil's Pantanal has caused major impacts on the population of jaguars, the biome's most emblematic species. We speak to a big cat expert to find out more

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]]> Brazil has a gambling problem https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_has_a_gambling_problem Seemingly from nowhere, the online sports betting market has swept across Brazil like a tsunami, and the pernicious effects of gambling addiction are already having clear signs on society. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1463 The Brazilian Report false full Seemingly from nowhere, the online sports betting market has swept across Brazil like a tsunami, and the pernicious effects of gambling addiction are already having clear signs on society. 

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]]> What to make of Brazil's municipal elections https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_to_make_of_brazil_s_municipal_elections Brazilians in almost 5,600 municipalities went to the polls to pick new mayors and city council members. The dispute was settled on Sunday in all but 52 cities. This week, we will discuss what conclusions can be drawn from the results, the key races st... Wed, 09 Oct 2024 13:00:00 +0000 2243 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilians in almost 5,600 municipalities went to the polls to pick new mayors and city council members. The dispute was settled on Sunday in all but 52 cities. This week, we will discuss what conclusions can be drawn from the results, the key races still in play, and the effects of these local races on national politics.

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]]> Has Lula's star dimmed? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/has_lula_s_star_dimmed For Lula's third term as president, international prominence and influence was set out as a priority — but a Pew survey shows that things are moving in the opposite direction Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000 1832 The Brazilian Report false full For Lula's third term as president, international prominence and influence was set out as a priority — but a Pew survey shows that things are moving in the opposite direction

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]]> Musk flinches in X standoff https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/musk_flinches_in_x_standoff X has been banned in Brazil for more than three weeks now, with billionaire CEO Elon Musk refusing to comply with Supreme Court demands. He seems to now have backed down, but what of the future of the platform in Brazil? Send us your feedback Support t... Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1196 The Brazilian Report false full X has been banned in Brazil for more than three weeks now, with billionaire CEO Elon Musk refusing to comply with Supreme Court demands. He seems to now have backed down, but what of the future of the platform in Brazil?

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]]> Brazil on fire https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_on_fire Smoke-filled skies, wildfires, lack of rain, and scorching heat that have lingered for weeks offer a glimpse of what’s in store for Brazilian cities as climate change takes hold in the coming years. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 18 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1848 The Brazilian Report false full Smoke-filled skies, wildfires, lack of rain, and scorching heat that have lingered for weeks offer a glimpse of what’s in store for Brazilian cities as climate change takes hold in the coming years.

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]]> The post-Bolsonaro Bolsonaro? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_post-bolsonaro_bolsonaro Pablo Marçal, a candidate for mayor of São Paulo who has become a hot name within Bolsonarism — despite not being endorsed by Bolsonaro. Marçal defends many of the values espoused by Jair Bolsonaro and his supporters. More importantly, he deploys a soc... Wed, 11 Sep 2024 13:00:00 +0000 2198 The Brazilian Report false full Pablo Marçal, a candidate for mayor of São Paulo who has become a hot name within Bolsonarism — despite not being endorsed by Bolsonaro. Marçal defends many of the values espoused by Jair Bolsonaro and his supporters. More importantly, he deploys a social media strategy that seems to be a version of the Bolsonaro campaign on steroids. 

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]]> Brazil’s hidden racism: the truth behind the numbers https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_hidden_racism_the_truth_behind_the_numbers In our book club, economist Alysson Portella discusses the figures that unravel the structures of racial inequality in the country and points out ways to overcome it. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:00 +0000 1857 The Brazilian Report false full In our book club, economist Alysson Portella discusses the figures that unravel the structures of racial inequality in the country and points out ways to overcome it.

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]]> Cutting the Central Bank's cord? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/cutting_the_central_bank_s_cord Brazil's Central Bank has enjoyed political autonomy since 2021, and Congress is analyzing a bill to make it financially independent, too. But this freedom has not come without controversy Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 28 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0000 2623 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's Central Bank has enjoyed political autonomy since 2021, and Congress is analyzing a bill to make it financially independent, too. But this freedom has not come without controversy

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]]> X marks the spat https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/x_marks_the_spat After months of feuding between tech mogul Elon Musk and Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, the billionaire announced the closure of X's Brazil operations Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Aug 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1953 The Brazilian Report false full After months of feuding between tech mogul Elon Musk and Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes, the billionaire announced the closure of X's Brazil operations

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]]> 50 years of Brazil-China relations https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/50_years_of_brazil-china_relations Over the past five decades, Brazil and China have forged a complex and dynamic partnership, evolving from cautious diplomatic ties to becoming key economic and political allies on the global stage. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 14 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0000 2065 The Brazilian Report false full Over the past five decades, Brazil and China have forged a complex and dynamic partnership, evolving from cautious diplomatic ties to becoming key economic and political allies on the global stage.

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]]> Brazil's Olympic fever https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_olympic_fever A look at Brazil's big medal wins, prospects for the final days of the Games, and how Brazilian athletes are funded. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 07 Aug 2024 12:00:00 +0000 2083 The Brazilian Report false full A look at Brazil's big medal wins, prospects for the final days of the Games, and how Brazilian athletes are funded.

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]]> Venezuela's vexed vote https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/venezuela_s_vexed_vote Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in Venezuela's presidential election on Sunday, but the opposition and a long list of observers find the announced results difficult to believe. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 31 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1835 The Brazilian Report false full Nicolás Maduro claimed victory in Venezuela's presidential election on Sunday, but the opposition and a long list of observers find the announced results difficult to believe. Read show notes

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]]> Brazilian democracy: stronger than we thought? - To Be Read: Where authors translate Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazilian_democracy_stronger_than_we_thought_-_to_be_read_where_authors_translate_brazil In our book club, professor Carlos Pereira argues that certain institutional features ensured that Bolsonaro's authoritarian initiatives never became a credible threat Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 24 Jul 2024 16:00:00 +0000 2499 The Brazilian Report false full In our book club, professor Carlos Pereira argues that certain institutional features ensured that Bolsonaro's authoritarian initiatives never became a credible threat

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]]> Can Lula fix his relationship with Congress? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/can_lula_fix_his_relationship_with_congress Despite strategic moves to distribute cabinet positions to center and center-right parties, this has not guaranteed Lula a stable coalition. Some in the president's camp are calling for a reset in negotiations with Congress — but is that possible? Read... Wed, 17 Jul 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1265 The Brazilian Report false full Despite strategic moves to distribute cabinet positions to center and center-right parties, this has not guaranteed Lula a stable coalition. Some in the president's camp are calling for a reset in negotiations with Congress — but is that possible? Read show notes

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]]> Gun debate becoming ubiquitous in Brazil's Congress https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/gun_debate_becoming_ubiquitous_in_brazil_s_congress Debates about gun rights and regulations are becoming more and more common in 21st century Brazil, and we explore the forces behind the most prominent arguments. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 03 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +0000 2511 The Brazilian Report false full Debates about gun rights and regulations are becoming more and more common in 21st century Brazil, and we explore the forces behind the most prominent arguments. Read show notes

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]]> Markets give Lula a Real reality check https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/markets_give_lula_a_real_reality_check The Brazilian real turns 30 next week. But the currency is reaching the landmark amid an incredible rout, caused by fiscal concerns. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000 2310 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian real turns 30 next week. But the currency is reaching the landmark amid an incredible rout, caused by fiscal concerns. Read show notes

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]]> Global ambitions, domestic neglect? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/global_ambitions_domestic_neglect Since returning to the Brazilian presidency, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has shown something of a preference for foreign policy, potentially to the detriment of domestic politics. He's traveled the world, appearing at almost every international summit th... Wed, 19 Jun 2024 14:00:00 +0000 967 The Brazilian Report false full Since returning to the Brazilian presidency, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has shown something of a preference for foreign policy, potentially to the detriment of domestic politics. He's traveled the world, appearing at almost every international summit that will have him, with the articulated goal of "repositioning" Brazil on the world stage. Read show notes

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]]> Strike as an environmental risk https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/strike_as_an_environmental_risk Why disgruntled civil servants are a risk to Brazil's environmental goals. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 11 Jun 2024 22:00:00 +0000 1082 The Brazilian Report false full Why disgruntled civil servants are a risk to Brazil's environmental goals. Read show notes

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]]> The Brazilians evangelizing the Middle East - To Be Read: Where authors translate Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_brazilians_evangelizing_the_middle_east_-_to_be_read_where_authors_translate_brazil A family left Brazil for Afghanistan in the 2000s, aiming to convert Muslims to Christianity. Adriana Carranca talks to Isabela Cruz about this story and the political dynamics surrounding it, as she explained in her work "Soul By Soul." Watch the full... Fri, 07 Jun 2024 18:00:00 +0000 2169 The Brazilian Report false full A family left Brazil for Afghanistan in the 2000s, aiming to convert Muslims to Christianity. Adriana Carranca talks to Isabela Cruz about this story and the political dynamics surrounding it, as she explained in her work "Soul By Soul." Watch the full interview on Patreon for free! 

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]]> Privatizing Brazil's beaches? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/privatizing_brazil_s_beaches A bill pending in the Senate proposes transferring control of coastal land to state governments, municipal authorities, or private interests, raising fear about the future of Brazil's beaches. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 05 Jun 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1102 The Brazilian Report false full A bill pending in the Senate proposes transferring control of coastal land to state governments, municipal authorities, or private interests, raising fear about the future of Brazil's beaches. Read show notes

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]]> Taxing the tops https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/taxing_the_tops Shein, AliExpress, and Shopee have become ubiquitous in Brazil, causing much controversy along the way. Now, a bid from domestic retailers to bump up taxes on these platforms seems to have taken hold. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 29 May 2024 16:00:00 +0000 1161 The Brazilian Report false full Shein, AliExpress, and Shopee have become ubiquitous in Brazil, causing much controversy along the way. Now, a bid from domestic retailers to bump up taxes on these platforms seems to have taken hold. Read show notes

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]]> Lula switches on intervention mode https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_switches_on_intervention_mode Swapping out the head of state-controlled oil firm Petrobras, it seems that the Lula government is going full steam on intervention to push through its developmentalist goals. Read show notes LINKS: New series - To be Read - video interview Send us you... Wed, 22 May 2024 15:00:00 +0000 1109 The Brazilian Report false full Swapping out the head of state-controlled oil firm Petrobras, it seems that the Lula government is going full steam on intervention to push through its developmentalist goals. Read show notes LINKS: New series - To be Read - video interview

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]]> When tragedy becomes a culture war https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/when_tragedy_becomes_a_culture_war While rainfall continues to ravage Brazil's southernmost state, authorities warn about the plague of disinformation — which they say is hindering rescue operations. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 15 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1672 The Brazilian Report false full While rainfall continues to ravage Brazil's southernmost state, authorities warn about the plague of disinformation — which they say is hindering rescue operations. Read show notes

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]]> Brazil, Britain and the slave trade - To Be Read: Where authors translate Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_britain_and_the_slave_trade_-_to_be_read_where_authors_translate_brazil A new series featuring authors talking about Brazil. The Brazilian Report's To Be Read will be a space for conversations about books that translate the country's history and contemporary political life. In its first meeting, " The Brazilian Report's To... Sun, 12 May 2024 02:00:00 +0000 1516 The Brazilian Report false full A new series featuring authors talking about Brazil. The Brazilian Report's To Be Read will be a space for conversations about books that translate the country's history and contemporary political life. In its first meeting, "The Brazilian Report's To Be Read" book club will talk to Adriane Sanctis about the slave trade in the Atlantic, based on her work "Seeking Capture, Resisting Seizure." Read show notes

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]]> The Rio Grande do Sul floods https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_rio_grande_do_sul_floods Brazil's southernmost state is underwater after days of severe heavy rains, with the human and material tolls mounting by the hour. We examine the extent of the crisis in Rio Grande do Sul. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 08 May 2024 17:00:00 +0000 1347 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's southernmost state is underwater after days of severe heavy rains, with the human and material tolls mounting by the hour. We examine the extent of the crisis in Rio Grande do Sul. Read show notes.

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]]> Lula's farming feuds https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_s_farming_feuds The relationship between farmers and the Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva administration is by no means a warm one. The government is trying to change that with shedloads of credit Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 May 2024 01:00:00 +0000 1628 The Brazilian Report false full The relationship between farmers and the Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva administration is by no means a warm one. The government is trying to change that with shedloads of credit

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]]> Love It or Leave It, Ep. 4: Coup praisers, coup plotters https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/love_it_or_leave_it_ep_4_coup_praisers_coup_plotters In the last episode of our special series about the Brazilian military dictatorship, we tell the story of how the country dealt with its authoritarian past and recently returned to the brink of a coup d'état. Send us your feedback Support the show Sun, 28 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000 2189 The Brazilian Report false full In the last episode of our special series about the Brazilian military dictatorship, we tell the story of how the country dealt with its authoritarian past and recently returned to the brink of a coup d'état. 

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]]> Ban the beef bros? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/ban_the_beef_bros Credited with turning JBS into the world's largest meat-packing company, billionaire brothers Joesley and Wesley Batista are now seeking a return to the firm's board of directors after years of legal troubles. An international advocacy group seeks to s... Wed, 24 Apr 2024 15:00:00 +0000 945 The Brazilian Report false full Credited with turning JBS into the world's largest meat-packing company, billionaire brothers Joesley and Wesley Batista are now seeking a return to the firm's board of directors after years of legal troubles. An international advocacy group seeks to stop that. Read show notes.

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]]> Lira's latest Lula feud https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lira_s_latest_lula_feud House Speaker Arthur Lira and the Lula government's Congress liaison Alexandre Padilha are engaged in a very public disagreement. But what does that mean for the administration going forward? And for Lira's 2025 succession plans? Read show notes. Send ... Wed, 17 Apr 2024 05:00:00 +0000 1449 The Brazilian Report false full House Speaker Arthur Lira and the Lula government's Congress liaison Alexandre Padilha are engaged in a very public disagreement. But what does that mean for the administration going forward? And for Lira's 2025 succession plans? Read show notes.

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]]> Love it or Leave it, Ep. 3: Cross-border persecution in South America https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/love_it_or_leave_it_ep_3_cross-border_persecution_in_south_america In the third episode of our special series about the Brazilian military dictatorship, we fly over South America, dominated by authoritarian rule in the 1960s and 1970s. We tell the story of how Brazil supported coups in the region and how it operated i... Sun, 14 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000 1785 The Brazilian Report false full In the third episode of our special series about the Brazilian military dictatorship, we fly over South America, dominated by authoritarian rule in the 1960s and 1970s. We tell the story of how Brazil supported coups in the region and how it operated internationally to persecute exiles. While you're at it, we have prepared a special playlist with songs that defined the resistance against the dictatorships in Brazil and the other countries mentioned in this episode. Read show notes.

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]]> Elon Musk has beef in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/elon_musk_has_beef_in_brazil Musk has stated that Brazil is on the verge of becoming an Orwellian dystopia in which one man — Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes — decides what can be said online. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Apr 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1521 The Brazilian Report false full Musk has stated that Brazil is on the verge of becoming an Orwellian dystopia in which one man — Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes — decides what can be said online. Read show notes.

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]]> Love It or Leave It, Ep. 2: Brazilian patriots with an American flag https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/love_it_or_leave_it_ep_2_brazilian_patriots_with_an_american_flag In the second episode of the special series about the Brazilian military dictatorship, from within to abroad, we are starting our dive into the international connections of the regime, beginning with the U.S. We tell the story of how it participated in... Sun, 07 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +0000 1226 The Brazilian Report false full In the second episode of the special series about the Brazilian military dictatorship, from within to abroad, we are starting our dive into the international connections of the regime, beginning with the U.S. We tell the story of how it participated in the coup, as well as how bilateral relations were conducted from then on. Read show notes.

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]]> Election hopes dashed in Venezuela https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/election_hopes_dashed_in_venezuela Negotiations with the U.S. and the opposition had led to hopes that Venezuela would hold clean elections in 2024. But the Maduro administration stopping adversaries from competing has put that optimism to rest. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Su... Wed, 03 Apr 2024 04:00:00 +0000 1680 The Brazilian Report false full Negotiations with the U.S. and the opposition had led to hopes that Venezuela would hold clean elections in 2024. But the Maduro administration stopping adversaries from competing has put that optimism to rest. Read show notes.

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]]> Love It or Leave It, Ep. 1: The dictatorship at a glance https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/love_it_or_leave_it_ep_1_the_dictatorship_at_a_glance In 1964, in the midst of Cold War tensions, Brazil's President João Goulart was overthrown under pressure from both civil society and the Armed Forces, leading to 21 years of authoritarian rule in Brazil. In this episode, we'll explore the Brazilian mi... Sun, 31 Mar 2024 03:00:00 +0000 1213 The Brazilian Report false full In 1964, in the midst of Cold War tensions, Brazil's President João Goulart was overthrown under pressure from both civil society and the Armed Forces, leading to 21 years of authoritarian rule in Brazil. In this episode, we'll explore the Brazilian military dictatorship in its social, economic, and institutional aspects. Read show notes.

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]]> How Brazil's far-right operates https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_brazil_s_far-right_operates A new report maps and details the activities and ideologies of more than 20 far-right extremist groups operating in Brazil. Read show notes Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 26 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000 1971 The Brazilian Report false full A new report maps and details the activities and ideologies of more than 20 far-right extremist groups operating in Brazil. Read show notes

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]]> Lula's approval red flags https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_s_approval_red_flags President Lula's approval ratings have fallen sharply in recent months. We asked a senior Brazil analyst whether it is already time for him to hit the panic button. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000 2553 The Brazilian Report false full President Lula's approval ratings have fallen sharply in recent months. We asked a senior Brazil analyst whether it is already time for him to hit the panic button. Show notes.

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]]> Far-right committees in Congress https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/far-right_committees_in_congress Radical far-right politicians were chosen to be the heads of some of the most important standing committees in Brazil's House, showing some frailties in the Lula government's position in Congress. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000 710 The Brazilian Report false full Radical far-right politicians were chosen to be the heads of some of the most important standing committees in Brazil's House, showing some frailties in the Lula government's position in Congress. Read show notes.

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]]> Why you should care about Brazil's Cerrado https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_you_should_care_about_brazil_s_cerrado The Cerrado has a strategic significance beyond Brazil: no other biome has such a key role to play in furthering food security while continuing to protect such rich biodiversity. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 06 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1843 The Brazilian Report false full The Cerrado has a strategic significance beyond Brazil: no other biome has such a key role to play in furthering food security while continuing to protect such rich biodiversity. Read show notes.

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]]> After rally, is Bolsonaro stronger or more in trouble? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/after_rally_is_bolsonaro_stronger_or_more_in_trouble Jair Bolsonaro got thousands of supporters on the streets of São Paulo. But the rally, although big in size, was no game-changer for him. Euan Marshall, Isabela Cruz, and Cedê Silva explain why. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 28 Feb 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1242 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro got thousands of supporters on the streets of São Paulo. But the rally, although big in size, was no game-changer for him. Euan Marshall, Isabela Cruz, and Cedê Silva explain why. Read show notes.

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]]> Why Lula compared Israel to the Nazis https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_lula_compared_israel_to_the_nazis Brazil's president created a diplomatic uproar for his latest comments on the Israel-Hamas conflict, but why would Lula take such a strong anti-Israel stance? Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Feb 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1854 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's president created a diplomatic uproar for his latest comments on the Israel-Hamas conflict, but why would Lula take such a strong anti-Israel stance? Read show notes.

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]]> Is Brazilian agro in crisis? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/is_brazilian_agro_in_crisis More farmers in Mato Grosso are filing for bankruptcy; climate conditions are set to reduce crop yields this year … But is the Brazilian agro sector really facing a crisis? Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 07 Feb 2024 16:00:00 +0000 746 The Brazilian Report false full  More farmers in Mato Grosso are filing for bankruptcy; climate conditions are set to reduce crop yields this year … But is the Brazilian agro sector really facing a crisis? Read show notes.

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]]> Lula faces big fights in Congress https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_faces_big_fights_in_congress The 2024 congressional year has plenty of pitfalls in store for President Lula and his administration. We explain what to look out for over the coming 12 months. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000 1325 The Brazilian Report false full The 2024 congressional year has plenty of pitfalls in store for President Lula and his administration. We explain what to look out for over the coming 12 months. Read show notes.

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]]> Major developments in Marielle murder? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/major_developments_in_marielle_murder Charged with carrying out the 2018 murder of city councilor Marielle Franco, ex-cop Ronnie Lessa has taken a plea deal. And press reports say the gunman has given up the name of the man in charge of ordering the assassination. Read show notes. Send us ... Wed, 24 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 953 The Brazilian Report false full Charged with carrying out the 2018 murder of city councilor Marielle Franco, ex-cop Ronnie Lessa has taken a plea deal. And press reports say the gunman has given up the name of the man in charge of ordering the assassination. Read show notes.

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]]> How algorithms can be racist https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_algorithms_can_be_racist Facial recognition tools, using AI-powered algorithms, have been used extensively in Brazilian law enforcement. But there is heated debate on whether these algorithms carry racist bias and propagate existing inequalities. Read show notes. Send us your ... Wed, 17 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0000 1825 The Brazilian Report false full Facial recognition tools, using AI-powered algorithms, have been used extensively in Brazilian law enforcement. But there is heated debate on whether these algorithms carry racist bias and propagate existing inequalities. Read show notes.

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]]> A year after Jan. 8, polarization shows signs of no abating https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_year_after_jan_8_polarization_shows_signs_of_no_abating The January 8 riots were proof of how polarized Brazilian society was. One year later, it might be even more polarized — so two experts believe. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000 1954 The Brazilian Report false full The January 8 riots were proof of how polarized Brazilian society was. One year later, it might be even more polarized — so two experts believe. Read show notes.

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]]> Santa brings Lula a tax reform https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/santa_brings_lula_a_tax_reform In the last podcast of 2023, we analyze the tax reform approved by Congress. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Dec 2023 14:00:00 +0000 1510 The Brazilian Report false full In the last podcast of 2023, we analyze the tax reform approved by Congress. Read show notes.

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]]> Brazil and the G20 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_and_the_g20 Brazil pledged to launch a global alliance against hunger during the year it will hold the G20 presidency. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 13 Dec 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1548 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil pledged to launch a global alliance against hunger during the year it will hold the G20 presidency. Read show notes.

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]]> War coming to South America? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/war_coming_to_south_america In Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro seems hell-bent on annexing a large (and oil-rich) part of Guyana. Brazil has mobilized armored vehicles to its northern border. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 06 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000 778 The Brazilian Report false full In Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro seems hell-bent on annexing a large (and oil-rich) part of Guyana. Brazil has mobilized armored vehicles to its northern border. Read show notes.

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]]> A highly political Supreme Court pick https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_highly_political_supreme_court_pick Lula's choice of Justice Minister Flávio Dino to sit on the Supreme Court has attracted criticism from both sides of the aisle. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 29 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 1212 The Brazilian Report false full Lula's choice of Justice Minister Flávio Dino to sit on the Supreme Court has attracted criticism from both sides of the aisle. Read show notes.

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]]> Argentina's leap into the unknown https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/argentina_s_leap_into_the_unknown With Argentina now undergoing the transition toward a Milei government, many questions remain about what to expect from the controversial rookie administration. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 21 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000 2749 The Brazilian Report false full With Argentina now undergoing the transition toward a Milei government, many questions remain about what to expect from the controversial rookie administration. Read show notes. 

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]]> Hezbollah in Brazil? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/hezbollah_in_brazil The Federal Police have arrested three men suspected of links to Hezbollah. They would be recruiting Brazilians to carry out extremist acts in the country. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 14 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000 790 The Brazilian Report false full The Federal Police have arrested three men suspected of links to Hezbollah. They would be recruiting Brazilians to carry out extremist acts in the country. Read show notes.

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]]> Why São Paulo was left without power https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_sao_paulo_was_left_without_power São Paulo faced a massive power outage in recent days. The shortcomings of a private electricity provider rekindled debates about the privatization of public services. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 08 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 1125 The Brazilian Report false full São Paulo faced a massive power outage in recent days. The shortcomings of a private electricity provider rekindled debates about the privatization of public services. Read show notes.

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]]> Curb your tax reform enthusiasm https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/curb_your_tax_reform_enthusiasm The Senate finally has a draft tax reform, but it includes several changes to the version approved by the House in July and creates even more exceptions to benefit specific sectors. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000 1243 The Brazilian Report false full The Senate finally has a draft tax reform, but it includes several changes to the version approved by the House in July and creates even more exceptions to benefit specific sectors. Show notes.

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]]> The Milei risk for Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_milei_risk_for_brazil If Javier Milei were to win the presidential race in Argentina, his government is bound to be anything but business as usual for Brazil. Marina Pera, the Southern Cone political risk analyst at Control Risks, explains why. Show notes. Send us your feed... Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000 1668 The Brazilian Report false full If Javier Milei were to win the presidential race in Argentina, his government is bound to be anything but business as usual for Brazil. Marina Pera, the Southern Cone political risk analyst at Control Risks, explains why. Show notes.

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]]> The end of the January 8 hearings https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_end_of_the_january_8_hearings Congress decided to investigate the January 8 riots in Brasília. The investigation promised to identify those who ransacked government buildings, as well as the people who incited and financed these actions — but it is ending in a damp squib. Show note... Wed, 18 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000 1903 The Brazilian Report false full Congress decided to investigate the January 8 riots in Brasília. The investigation promised to identify those who ransacked government buildings, as well as the people who incited and financed these actions — but it is ending in a damp squib. Show notes.

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]]> Brazil's approach to the Israel-Palestine conflict https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_approach_to_the_israel-palestine_conflict The latest intensification of violence between Israel and Palestine poses a threat to Brazil's diplomats, as the country is temporarily heading the UN Security Council. We look at Brazil's Middle East track record. Show notes. Send us your feedback Sup... Wed, 11 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1497 The Brazilian Report false full The latest intensification of violence between Israel and Palestine poses a threat to Brazil's diplomats, as the country is temporarily heading the UN Security Council. We look at Brazil's Middle East track record. Show notes.

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]]> Milei knocking on the neighbor's door https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/milei_knocking_on_the_neighbor_s_door After the primary win of Javier Milei, Argentina's final presidential elections are coming into view — and the madcap libertarian economist is still the clear favorite. We look at what to expect from the vote over the border in Argentina. Show notes. S... Wed, 04 Oct 2023 15:00:00 +0000 2282 The Brazilian Report false full After the primary win of Javier Milei, Argentina's final presidential elections are coming into view — and the madcap libertarian economist is still the clear favorite. We look at what to expect from the vote over the border in Argentina. Show notes.

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]]> Amazon faces risk of worst-ever drought https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/amazon_faces_risk_of_worst-ever_drought In the largest Amazon state, officials expect all but one municipality to declare a full state of emergency in the coming weeks. With rivers drying up, the region risks ending up isolated. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 27 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 1012 The Brazilian Report false full In the largest Amazon state, officials expect all but one municipality to declare a full state of emergency in the coming weeks. With rivers drying up, the region risks ending up isolated. Show notes.

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]]> Lula's return to the UN General Assembly https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_s_return_to_the_un_general_assembly While Jair Bolsonaro's UN speeches were aimed at a domestic audience, Lula brought his foreign policy agenda to the stage. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000 1645 The Brazilian Report false full While Jair Bolsonaro's UN speeches were aimed at a domestic audience, Lula brought his foreign policy agenda to the stage.  Show notes.

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]]> Bolsonaristas say "stay at home" https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaristas_say_stay_at_home Bolsonaro's supporters are calling for their own #StayAtHome campaign for this year's September 7 Independence Day celebrations. Euan Marshall and Amanda Audi explain how the holiday took on new significance in recent years and the motives behind the B... Wed, 06 Sep 2023 15:00:00 +0000 913 The Brazilian Report false full Bolsonaro's supporters are calling for their own #StayAtHome campaign for this year's September 7 Independence Day celebrations. Euan Marshall and Amanda Audi explain how the holiday took on new significance in recent years and the motives behind the Bolsonarista boycott. Show notes.

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]]> Erasing indigenous land claims https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/erasing_indigenous_land_claims Brazil's Supreme Court and Congress are separately debating a legal argument that could render indigenous land claims completely unfeasible. Editor Euan Marshall speaks to Adriana Ramos from NGO Socioambiental to find out what's at stake. Show notes. S... Wed, 30 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1253 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's Supreme Court and Congress are separately debating a legal argument that could render indigenous land claims completely unfeasible. Editor Euan Marshall speaks to Adriana Ramos from NGO Socioambiental to find out what's at stake. Show notes.

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]]> Time to add more BRICS? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/time_to_add_more_brics This week's BRICS summit in Johannesburg could see the bloc expand for the first time since South Africa's membership in 2010. How might that affect Brazil's role? How powerful might the BRICS become? Euan Marshall and Cedê Silva break down the latest.... Wed, 23 Aug 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1293 The Brazilian Report false full This week's BRICS summit in Johannesburg could see the bloc expand for the first time since South Africa's membership in 2010. How might that affect Brazil's role? How powerful might the BRICS become? Euan Marshall and Cedê Silva break down the latest. Show notes.

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]]> Amazon oil drilling overlooks mangroves https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/amazon_oil_drilling_overlooks_mangroves The government and Petrobras want to drill near the Amazon estuary. But an unprecedented discovery shows the area is still largely unstudied. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 16 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 1365 The Brazilian Report false full The government and Petrobras want to drill near the Amazon estuary. But an unprecedented discovery shows the area is still largely unstudied. Show notes.

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]]> Brazilian separatism? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazilian_separatism Separatist tensions in Brazil more often than not come from fringe and ridiculed groups, but comments by a prominent right-wing politician have brought this discussion back to the fore, albeit in sensational terms. Show notes. Send us your feedback Sup... Wed, 09 Aug 2023 15:00:00 +0000 1620 The Brazilian Report false full Separatist tensions in Brazil more often than not come from fringe and ridiculed groups, but comments by a prominent right-wing politician have brought this discussion back to the fore, albeit in sensational terms. Show notes.

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]]> Will justice be served for Mariana? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/will_justice_be_served_for_mariana Almost eight years ago, Brazil suffered its biggest environmental disaster in history, when the Fundão dam in Mariana burst and spilled an untold torrent of toxic sludge into the Rio Doce. Now, a gigantic class-action suit in England seeks proper repar... Wed, 02 Aug 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1104 The Brazilian Report false full Almost eight years ago, Brazil suffered its biggest environmental disaster in history, when the Fundão dam in Mariana burst and spilled an untold torrent of toxic sludge into the Rio Doce. Now, a gigantic class-action suit in England seeks proper reparations. Show notes.

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]]> Bonus Episode: Brazil's shot at World Cup glory https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bonus_episode_brazil_s_shot_at_world_cup_glory We speak with Ivi Casagrande, head of performance at Brazil's national women's football team, in an exclusive interview straight from Australia, where she discusses Brazil's World Cup chances, Marta's last dance, and the history of the women's game in ... Sat, 29 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1590 The Brazilian Report false full We speak with Ivi Casagrande, head of performance at Brazil's national women's football team, in an exclusive interview straight from Australia, where she discusses Brazil's World Cup chances, Marta's last dance, and the history of the women's game in Brazil. Show notes.

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]]> A city swallowed by the ground https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_city_swallowed_by_the_ground Petrochemical giant Braskem announced that it has reached a settlement with the city of Maceió to pay compensation for the destruction of entire neighborhoods, caused by abusive salt mining by the company. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the ... Wed, 26 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000 1036 The Brazilian Report false full Petrochemical giant Braskem announced that it has reached a settlement with the city of Maceió to pay compensation for the destruction of entire neighborhoods, caused by abusive salt mining by the company. Show notes.

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]]> Threads of concern? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/threads_of_concern Meta's new social media Threads is already one of Brazil's most downloaded apps. But privacy experts in Brazil are concerned that the new network is less than compliant with the country's data protection laws. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support ... Wed, 19 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000 1498 The Brazilian Report false full Meta's new social media Threads is already one of Brazil's most downloaded apps. But privacy experts in Brazil are concerned that the new network is less than compliant with the country's data protection laws. Show notes.

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]]> Better equipped to fight corruption? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/better_equipped_to_fight_corruption Corruption has become less of a top-of-mind issue in Brazil, but a study from AS/COA and Control Risks suggests the country's anti-corruption tools are stronger with Jair Bolsonaro out of office. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000 1765 The Brazilian Report false full Corruption has become less of a top-of-mind issue in Brazil, but a study from AS/COA and Control Risks suggests the country's anti-corruption tools are stronger with Jair Bolsonaro out of office. Show notes.

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]]> Bolsonaro banned for good? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_banned_for_good The Superior Electoral Court banned Jair Bolsonaro from electoral politics for eight years. But other cases could extend that period. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 05 Jul 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1211 The Brazilian Report false full The Superior Electoral Court banned Jair Bolsonaro from electoral politics for eight years. But other cases could extend that period. Show notes.

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]]> The Central Bank's Jekyll & Hyde moment https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_central_bank_s_jekyll_hyde_moment Less than a week after issuing a hawkish statement on its latest policy decision, the Central Bank changed its tone, and made markets anticipate imminent interest rate cuts. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 28 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 2443 The Brazilian Report false full Less than a week after issuing a hawkish statement on its latest policy decision, the Central Bank changed its tone, and made markets anticipate imminent interest rate cuts. Show notes.

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]]> Do-or-die moment for Mercosur and the EU? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/do-or-die_moment_for_mercosur_and_the_eu The EU and Mercosur reached an agreement on a trade deal back in 2019. But since then, nothing much has happened — and the window of opportunity may be closing. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0000 1595 The Brazilian Report false full The EU and Mercosur reached an agreement on a trade deal back in 2019. But since then, nothing much has happened — and the window of opportunity may be closing. Show notes.

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]]> How YouTube helped pollute Brazil's public discourse https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_youtube_helped_pollute_brazil_s_public_discourse YouTube’s recommendation algorithm might have been a key weapon for the far-right to firehose public discourse with disinformation. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 14 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1944 The Brazilian Report false full YouTube’s recommendation algorithm might have been a key weapon for the far-right to firehose public discourse with disinformation. Read show notes.

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]]> The legacy of June 2013 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_legacy_of_june_2013 Ten years after Brazil's June 2013 protests, we look back and analyze what they meant, where they came from, and what legacy they have left us. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 07 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000 2207 The Brazilian Report false full Ten years after Brazil's June 2013 protests, we look back and analyze what they meant, where they came from, and what legacy they have left us. Show notes.

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]]> Lula not so green after all? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_not_so_green_after_all For foreign observers, Lula's environmental promises were among the most important facets of his campaign. And less than six months in, there are fears that many of these pledges may have been empty words. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the ... Wed, 31 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000 2249 The Brazilian Report false full For foreign observers, Lula's environmental promises were among the most important facets of his campaign. And less than six months in, there are fears that many of these pledges may have been empty words. Show notes.

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]]> Brazil and effective multilateralism https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_and_effective_multilateralism Wars, pandemics, and global inequalities show that countries need to work together in order to thrive. We explore how to achieve effective multilateralism, and where Brazil fits into the global equation. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 24 May 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1860 The Brazilian Report false full Wars, pandemics, and global inequalities show that countries need to work together in order to thrive. We explore how to achieve effective multilateralism, and where Brazil fits into the global equation. Show notes.

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]]> Petrobras ends pricing parity policy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/petrobras_ends_pricing_parity_policy Since mid-2016, Petrobras had pegged fuel prices in refineries to international fluctuations. That policy is gone four and a half months into the Lula administration. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 17 May 2023 04:00:00 +0000 1402 The Brazilian Report false full Since mid-2016, Petrobras had pegged fuel prices in refineries to international fluctuations. That policy is gone four and a half months into the Lula administration. Show notes.

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]]> Why the world should pay attention to Brazil's 'Fake News Bill' https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_the_world_should_pay_attention_to_brazil_s_fake_news_bill As the world debates social media regulation, Brazil's Congress and Supreme Court are tackling the issue as we speak. We discuss why the world should be paying notice. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000 1994 The Brazilian Report false full As the world debates social media regulation, Brazil's Congress and Supreme Court are tackling the issue as we speak. We discuss why the world should be paying notice. Show notes.

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]]> Web Summit Rio special https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/web_summit_rio_special This week, The Brazilian Report has been on the ground at Web Summit Rio, one of the world's biggest tech events, being held outside of Europe for the first time. Over four days of panels, lectures, and events, Web Summit Rio has its full capacity, att... Thu, 04 May 2023 18:00:00 +0000 1540 The Brazilian Report false full 242 This week, The Brazilian Report has been on the ground at Web Summit Rio, one of the world's biggest tech events, being held outside of Europe for the first time. Over four days of panels, lectures, and events, Web Summit Rio has its full capacity, attracting more than 21,000 attendees from 91 countries. Show notes.

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]]> Explosive January 8 hearings about to begin https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/explosive_january_8_hearings_about_to_begin Congressional inquiries make up for their limited powers with their very public nature, being more suited to political point-scoring than real accountability. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000 1386 The Brazilian Report false full Congressional inquiries make up for their limited powers with their very public nature, being more suited to political point-scoring than real accountability. Show notes.

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]]> Lula's new world order https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_s_new_world_order Brazilian allies saw Lula as a man who would recover Brazil's international clout. Three months, several statements, and a visit to China later, they may no longer be so sure. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1743 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilian allies saw Lula as a man who would recover Brazil's international clout. Three months, several statements, and a visit to China later, they may no longer be so sure. Show notes.

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]]> 100-day summary https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/100-day_summary The Brazilian Report and the Wilson Center's Brazil Institute hosted an event to discuss Lula's first 100 days in office. What can we make of the start of the new government? Read our special report on the government's first achievements and challenges... Wed, 12 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000 7050 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian Report and the Wilson Center's Brazil Institute hosted an event to discuss Lula's first 100 days in office. What can we make of the start of the new government? Read our special report on the government's first achievements and challenges.

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]]> Congressional cold war https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/congressional_cold_war The heads of the House and Senate are locked in a cold war over how Congress should appraise provisional decrees submitted by the federal government. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 29 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1334 The Brazilian Report false full The heads of the House and Senate are locked in a cold war over how Congress should appraise provisional decrees submitted by the federal government. Show notes.

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]]> A new fiscal anchor to navigate the storm https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_new_fiscal_anchor_to_navigate_the_storm Markets are patiently waiting to hear the Lula government's proposal for a new fiscal anchor to replace Brazil's lame-duck spending cap. We discuss what the plan may look like and how it would be received. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the ... Wed, 22 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000 2239 The Brazilian Report false full Markets are patiently waiting to hear the Lula government's proposal for a new fiscal anchor to replace Brazil's lame-duck spending cap. We discuss what the plan may look like and how it would be received. Show notes.

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]]> Marielle Franco, 5 years and many unanswered questions https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/marielle_franco_5_years_and_many_unanswered_questions We still don't know who ordered the 2018 assassination of Rio de Janeiro Councilwoman Marielle Franco. Now, it seems the federal government wants to solve the case once and for all. Show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 15 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000 928 The Brazilian Report false full We still don't know who ordered the 2018 assassination of Rio de Janeiro Councilwoman Marielle Franco. Now, it seems the federal government wants to solve the case once and for all. Show notes.

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]]> A data breach as big as they come https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_data_breach_as_big_as_they_come Andrade Gutierrez, a major Brazilian construction conglomerate operating in 11 countries, has suffered a massive security breach. And we have all the details. Read the full report by Amanda Audi here. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 08 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0000 864 The Brazilian Report false full Andrade Gutierrez, a major Brazilian construction conglomerate operating in 11 countries, has suffered a massive security breach. And we have all the details. Read the full report by Amanda Audi here.

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]]> Can Brazil tame social media? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/can_brazil_tame_social_media Following the January 8 Brasília riots, the Lula administration on Wednesday created a working group to present strategies and policy solutions to fight extremist acts and hate speech online. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000 2344 The Brazilian Report false full Following the January 8 Brasília riots, the Lula administration on Wednesday created a working group to present strategies and policy solutions to fight extremist acts and hate speech online. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Lula ❤️ Biden https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_biden The meeting between Lula and Joe Biden laid bare the points on which the two leaders share common goals, such as the environment and the fight against the far-right … and also those on which they disagree. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Suppo... Wed, 15 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 2186 The Brazilian Report false full The meeting between Lula and Joe Biden laid bare the points on which the two leaders share common goals, such as the environment and the fight against the far-right … and also those on which they disagree. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Hacking Brazil's chief electoral justice https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/hacking_brazil_s_chief_electoral_justice Our team revealed that the man who broke into the Telegram accounts of federal prosecutors working in Operation Car Wash also tried to hack his way into obtaining personal data from Alexandre de Moraes, head of Brazil's electoral court. Read show notes... Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000 784 The Brazilian Report false full Our team revealed that the man who broke into the Telegram accounts of federal prosecutors working in Operation Car Wash also tried to hack his way into obtaining personal data from Alexandre de Moraes, head of Brazil's electoral court. Read show notes. — 

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]]> A pivotal moment for Congress https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_pivotal_moment_for_congress Brazil's House and Senate choose their new leaders today. But don't expect the levels of drama of the election in the U.S. House of Representatives, where 15 rounds of voting were necessary for Kevin McCarthy to win the speakership. Read show notes. — ... Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1408 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's House and Senate choose their new leaders today. But don't expect the levels of drama of the election in the U.S. House of Representatives, where 15 rounds of voting were necessary for Kevin McCarthy to win the speakership.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> The Yanomami genocide https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_yanomami_genocide The Brazilian government has called the humanitarian catastrophe in the northern Yanomami indigenous land a "genocide." Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 25 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 1715 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian government has called the humanitarian catastrophe in the northern Yanomami indigenous land a "genocide." Read show notes.

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]]> Brazil and China's twin crises https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_and_china_s_twin_crises The Chinese economy has posted one of its worst economic performances in 50 years. Meanwhile, its population has shrunk for the first time since the Great Leap Forward. For Brazil, which depends on sales to China, that doesn't bode well in the long ter... Wed, 18 Jan 2023 13:00:00 +0000 2370 The Brazilian Report false full The Chinese economy has posted one of its worst economic performances in 50 years. Meanwhile, its population has shrunk for the first time since the Great Leap Forward. For Brazil, which depends on sales to China, that doesn't bode well in the long term.Read show notes. — 

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]]> The Brazilian capital riots https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_brazilian_capital_riots So much for a "honeymoon period." One week into his term, Lula, Brazil's new president, has to deal with a massive national security threat and a full-blown attack on democracy and its symbols. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 11 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000 1622 The Brazilian Report false full So much for a "honeymoon period." One week into his term, Lula, Brazil's new president, has to deal with a massive national security threat and a full-blown attack on democracy and its symbols. Read show notes. — 

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]]> A Brazilian reset https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_brazilian_reset During his inaugural speech, Lula painted a scorched-earth picture of the government he takes over from, repeatedly using words such as destruction, disorganization, dilapidation, and ruin to describe the legacy he inherits. Read show notes. — Send us ... Wed, 04 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000 1541 The Brazilian Report false full During his inaugural speech, Lula painted a scorched-earth picture of the government he takes over from, repeatedly using words such as destruction, disorganization, dilapidation, and ruin to describe the legacy he inherits. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Pelé, the Brazilian king of the world https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/pele_the_brazilian_king_of_the_world Pelé — the greatest player in the history of football — was admitted to hospital last week. We remember how he became the "King" of the world's most popular sport. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 07 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1346 The Brazilian Report false full Pelé — the greatest player in the history of football — was admitted to hospital last week. We remember how he became the "King" of the world's most popular sport. Read show notes. — 

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]]> A rigged social ladder https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_rigged_social_ladder A recent study by Brazilian researchers shows that the social ladder offers little mobility in Brazil. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 30 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1477 The Brazilian Report false full A recent study by Brazilian researchers shows that the social ladder offers little mobility in Brazil. Read show notes. —

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]]> Can the World Cup halt putschist protests? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/can_the_world_cup_halt_putschist_protests Supporters of Jair Bolsonaro have continuously staged anti-democratic protests. The World Cup will be the ultimate test of these demonstrations' endurance. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 23 Nov 2022 09:00:00 +0000 1920 The Brazilian Report false full Supporters of Jair Bolsonaro have continuously staged anti-democratic protests. The World Cup will be the ultimate test of these demonstrations' endurance. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro's climate legacy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_s_climate_legacy Foreign observers were following the Brazilian presidential election due to climate worries. Jair Bolsonaro lost — what climate legacy will he leave behind? Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2022/11/09/cop27-bolsonaro-climate-legacy/ ... Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1397 The Brazilian Report false full Foreign observers were following the Brazilian presidential election due to climate worries. Jair Bolsonaro lost — what climate legacy will he leave behind?Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2022/11/09/cop27-bolsonaro-climate-legacy/

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]]> Has Bolsonaro accepted the election results? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/has_bolsonaro_accepted_the_election_results Almost 48 hours after losing the presidential election, Jair Bolsonaro broke his silence. But he stopped short of explicitly conceding to Lula. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1321 The Brazilian Report false full Almost 48 hours after losing the presidential election, Jair Bolsonaro broke his silence. But he stopped short of explicitly conceding to Lula.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> The last days before Brazil's presidential runoff https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_last_days_before_brazil_s_presidential_runoff With only days to go until the runoff election, President Bolsonaro has gone to great lengths to suggest electoral authorities are pushing the needle in favor of his opponent, Lula. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000 1248 The Brazilian Report false full With only days to go until the runoff election, President Bolsonaro has gone to great lengths to suggest electoral authorities are pushing the needle in favor of his opponent, Lula. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Five years of The Brazilian Report https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/five_years_of_the_brazilian_report It's been exactly five years since The Brazilian Report went on air! Editor Euan Marshall sits down with editor-in-chief Gustavo Ribeiro and CEO Laura Quirin to hear the full story. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000 2129 The Brazilian Report false full It's been exactly five years since The Brazilian Report went on air! Editor Euan Marshall sits down with editor-in-chief Gustavo Ribeiro and CEO Laura Quirin to hear the full story. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Demons, Freemasons, and cannibalism https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/demons_freemasons_and_cannibalism Brazilian candidates have been in a race for endorsements from regional political leaders. Still, social media misinformation campaigns could turn Baphomet, a deity in various occult traditions, into 2022's biggest kingmaker. Read show notes. — Send us... Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1945 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilian candidates have been in a race for endorsements from regional political leaders. Still, social media misinformation campaigns could turn Baphomet, a deity in various occult traditions, into 2022's biggest kingmaker. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's election stunner https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_election_stunner Jair Bolsonaro outperformed his polling numbers, proving he put the far-right in the Brazilian political mainstream. Brazil's presidential runoff may be the tightest ever. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 05 Oct 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1208 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro outperformed his polling numbers, proving he put the far-right in the Brazilian political mainstream. Brazil's presidential runoff may be the tightest ever.Read show notes. —

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]]> The election is here https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_election_is_here We've reached the home stretch of the Brazilian 2022 election. On Sunday, October 2, Brazilians will hit the polls. Here's what you should keep an eye out for. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 28 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1657 The Brazilian Report false full We've reached the home stretch of the Brazilian 2022 election. On Sunday, October 2, Brazilians will hit the polls. Here's what you should keep an eye out for.Read show notes. — 

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]]> What if Bolsonaro really tries to stage a coup? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_if_bolsonaro_really_tries_to_stage_a_coup President Bolsonaro has hinted that he could try to stage a coup if he loses the upcoming election. If he really pulls that trigger, then what? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Sep 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2316 The Brazilian Report false full President Bolsonaro has hinted that he could try to stage a coup if he loses the upcoming election. If he really pulls that trigger, then what? Read show notes. — 

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]]> The broad front gets broader https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_broad_front_gets_broader Former Environment Minister Marina Silva, who until recently was highly critical of Lula and his Workers' Party, has just endorsed the former president. For her, democrats' main goal should be unseating Jair Bolsonaro. Read show notes. — Send us your f... Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000 1257 The Brazilian Report false full Former Environment Minister Marina Silva, who until recently was highly critical of Lula and his Workers' Party, has just endorsed the former president. For her, democrats' main goal should be unseating Jair Bolsonaro. Read show notes. — 

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]]> LIVE: Bolsonaro pushes Brazilian democracy to its limits https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/live_bolsonaro_pushes_brazilian_democracy_to_its_limits Just a month shy of the elections, pro-Bolsonaro protesters will hit the streets on Independence Day to show their support for the current president. But could this September 7 impact the results at the ballot box? In a special live taking place in Bra... Wed, 07 Sep 2022 22:00:00 +0000 3744 The Brazilian Report false full Just a month shy of the elections, pro-Bolsonaro protesters will hit the streets on Independence Day to show their support for the current president. But could this September 7 impact the results at the ballot box? In a special live taking place in Brasília, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo, our very own Gustavo Ribeiro and Euan Marshall will discuss the demos and their significance with Beatriz Rey, SNF Agora fellow and columnist at The Brazilian Report. Special live appearances by Cedê Silva, in Brasília, and Constance Malleret, from Rio de Janeiro.Watch the full video — 

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]]> 1822, Ep. 4: Pomp under circumstance https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/1822_ep_4_pomp_under_circumstance SPECIAL SERIES: In this fourth and final episode, we shed light on the multiple "Independence Days" across Brazil, each with its own significance. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 06 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000 1214 The Brazilian Report false full SPECIAL SERIES: In this fourth and final episode, we shed light on the multiple "Independence Days" across Brazil, each with its own significance. Read show notes. — 

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]]> 1822, Ep. 3: The pacifist myth https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/1822_ep_3_the_pacifist_myth SPECIAL SERIES: In the third episode of our series, we look at Brazil's wars of independence, showing that constituting this new country was not as bloodless as many believe. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Mon, 05 Sep 2022 09:00:00 +0000 905 The Brazilian Report false full SPECIAL SERIES: In the third episode of our series, we look at Brazil's wars of independence, showing that constituting this new country was not as bloodless as many believe. Read show notes. — 

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]]> 1822, Ep. 2: Independence or Death https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/1822_ep_2_independence_or_death SPECIAL SERIES: In this second episode, we look at the real story of what happened on September 7 — not the one taught in school textbooks. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Sun, 04 Sep 2022 01:00:00 +0000 1074 The Brazilian Report false full SPECIAL SERIES: In this second episode, we look at the real story of what happened on September 7 — not the one taught in school textbooks. Read show notes. —

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]]> 1822, Ep. 1: And Brazil was no longer a colony https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/1822_ep_1_and_brazil_was_no_longer_a_colony SPECIAL SERIES: In this special mini-series, we walk you through the eccentricities and myths of this period, its legacies in the country 200 years later, and how Brazil became Brazil. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Sat, 03 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 925 The Brazilian Report false full SPECIAL SERIES: In this special mini-series, we walk you through the eccentricities and myths of this period, its legacies in the country 200 years later, and how Brazil became Brazil. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Do presidential debates still matter? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/do_presidential_debates_still_matter The much-anticipated confrontation between Lula and Jair Bolsonaro ended up being underwhelming. But besides that, have we really learned anything from Sunday's debate? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 31 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0000 1680 The Brazilian Report false full The much-anticipated confrontation between Lula and Jair Bolsonaro ended up being underwhelming. But besides that, have we really learned anything from Sunday's debate? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Has the internet killed TV and radio political ads? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/has_the_internet_killed_tv_and_radio_political_ads The election four years ago led many to believe that TV and radio ads had become a thing of the past. But have they? This week we will talk about TV and radio ads, then and now. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 24 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1715 The Brazilian Report false full The election four years ago led many to believe that TV and radio ads had become a thing of the past. But have they? This week we will talk about TV and radio ads, then and now. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Deflation for whom? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/deflation_for_whom Brazil registered 0.68-percent deflation in July, suggesting that prices are easing. But a look beneath the headline numbers makes for some sobering findings. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 17 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0000 1177 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil registered 0.68-percent deflation in July, suggesting that prices are easing. But a look beneath the headline numbers makes for some sobering findings. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Pro-democracy pushback https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/pro-democracy_pushback As President Jair Bolsonaro's anti-democratic antics grow in volume, banks and tycoons become vocal in their defense of democracy. A coup, after all, is bad for business. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000 1319 The Brazilian Report false full As President Jair Bolsonaro's anti-democratic antics grow in volume, banks and tycoons become vocal in their defense of democracy. A coup, after all, is bad for business. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The state of monkeypox in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_state_of_monkeypox_in_brazil Brazil has over 1,300 confirmed cases of monkeypox. With the exception of Peru’s 275 confirmed cases, no other Latin American countries have hit the 100-case mark, making Brazil the region's monkeypox hotspot. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback S... Wed, 03 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1333 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil has over 1,300 confirmed cases of monkeypox. With the exception of Peru’s 275 confirmed cases, no other Latin American countries have hit the 100-case mark, making Brazil the region's monkeypox hotspot. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Electoral gears start to heat up https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/electoral_gears_start_to_heat_up The main candidacies in Brazil's presidential election in October have been made official by their parties. We discuss what that changes in the race. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 27 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1331 The Brazilian Report false full The main candidacies in Brazil's presidential election in October have been made official by their parties. We discuss what that changes in the race. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Anitta enters the presidential race https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/anitta_enters_the_presidential_race Arguably Brazil's biggest pop star of the moment, singer Anitta has endorsed former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva — and is even giving him campaign advice. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1847 The Brazilian Report false full Arguably Brazil's biggest pop star of the moment, singer Anitta has endorsed former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva — and is even giving him campaign advice.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Fears of political violence grow https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/fears_of_political_violence_grow The murder of a Workers' Party official spells a bad omen for Brazil's upcoming general election. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1339 The Brazilian Report false full The murder of a Workers' Party official spells a bad omen for Brazil's upcoming general election. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro is throwing money at his problems https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_is_throwing_money_at_his_problems The Brazilian president wants to sidestep election laws to jack up spending ahead of the election. Columnist Beatriz Rey warns of the risks of giving him such powers. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 06 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1493 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian president wants to sidestep election laws to jack up spending ahead of the election. Columnist Beatriz Rey warns of the risks of giving him such powers.Read show notes. — 

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]]> A second swing at Bolsonaro https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_second_swing_at_bolsonaro The opposition failed to remove Bolsonaro from office with last year's Covid hearings. They want a new congressional investigation to hurt him at the ballot box. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 29 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1263 The Brazilian Report false full The opposition failed to remove Bolsonaro from office with last year's Covid hearings. They want a new congressional investigation to hurt him at the ballot box. Read show notes. —

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]]> The president v. Petrobras https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_president_v_petrobras While the price of gas isn't exactly the best metric to understand the economy at large, the ubiquity of fuel and its direct impact on people's monthly budgets make it an easy shorthand for the broader economic scenario — especially when prices are goi... Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1234 The Brazilian Report false full While the price of gas isn't exactly the best metric to understand the economy at large, the ubiquity of fuel and its direct impact on people's monthly budgets make it an easy shorthand for the broader economic scenario — especially when prices are going up. Read show notes. —

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]]> Where are Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/where_are_dom_phillips_and_bruno_pereira It has been 11 days since journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira were reported missing. The police are yet to find the two. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 15 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 2131 The Brazilian Report false full It has been 11 days since journalist Dom Phillips and indigenous expert Bruno Pereira were reported missing. The police are yet to find the two. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Is the Monroe doctrine dead? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/is_the_monroe_doctrine_dead A deflated Summit of the Americas won't bring many noteworthy resolutions, though it will be interesting to see what transpires from a bilateral meeting between Presidents Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil and Joe Biden of the U.S. Read show notes. — Send us yo... Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000 1882 The Brazilian Report false full A deflated Summit of the Americas won't bring many noteworthy resolutions, though it will be interesting to see what transpires from a bilateral meeting between Presidents Jair Bolsonaro of Brazil and Joe Biden of the U.S. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Hunger haunts Brazil again https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/hunger_haunts_brazil_again Brazil thought the economic growth of the 2000s had rid the country of hunger. But this ghost of the past has returned to haunt the country. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 Jun 2022 13:00:00 +0000 868 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil thought the economic growth of the 2000s had rid the country of hunger. But this ghost of the past has returned to haunt the country. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Who will face off against Petro in Colombia? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/who_will_face_off_against_petro_in_colombia The final spot in the presidential runoff in Colombia remains up for grabs. The dispute between populist Rodolfo Hernández and establishment conservative Fico Gutiérrez will be decided by a razor-thin margin. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Su... Wed, 25 May 2022 13:00:00 +0000 2224 The Brazilian Report false full The final spot in the presidential runoff in Colombia remains up for grabs. The dispute between populist Rodolfo Hernández and establishment conservative Fico Gutiérrez will be decided by a razor-thin margin. Read show notes. — 

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]]> China raises red flags in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/china_raises_red_flags_in_brazil April economic data from China came worse than expected. Given the sheer importance of the Asian giant to Brazil, that is something for President Jair Bolsonaro, who seeks re-election in October, to worry about. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback... Wed, 18 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000 1526 The Brazilian Report false full April economic data from China came worse than expected. Given the sheer importance of the Asian giant to Brazil, that is something for President Jair Bolsonaro, who seeks re-election in October, to worry about.  Read show notes. —

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]]> Lula launches lunge for legacy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lula_launches_lunge_for_legacy Former President Lula officially began the race for an unprecedented third presidential term. The challenges he will face are far greater this time around. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 11 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 2838 The Brazilian Report false full Former President Lula officially began the race for an unprecedented third presidential term. The challenges he will face are far greater this time around. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Warning Biden https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/warning_biden A group of researchers from the U.S.-based Washington Brazil Office believes the threat of democratic rupture in Brazil is very real, and they want Joe Biden to react. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 04 May 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1656 The Brazilian Report false full A group of researchers from the U.S.-based Washington Brazil Office believes the threat of democratic rupture in Brazil is very real, and they want Joe Biden to react.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro rattles institutions. Could they break? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_rattles_institutions_could_they_break When the holder of the highest office in the land openly challenges judicial decisions, it spells a bad omen for the endurance of democratic institutions. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 27 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1374 The Brazilian Report false full When the holder of the highest office in the land openly challenges judicial decisions, it spells a bad omen for the endurance of democratic institutions. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Jair calls time on the pandemic https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/jair_calls_time_on_the_pandemic After over two years and more than 660,000 deaths in Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro is claiming "victory" over Covid-19 — but the government deserves no credit after its hapless pandemic response. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1039 The Brazilian Report false full After over two years and more than 660,000 deaths in Brazil, Jair Bolsonaro is claiming "victory" over Covid-19 — but the government deserves no credit after its hapless pandemic response.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> Why Venezuela will lead the world in growth https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_venezuela_will_lead_the_world_in_growth After years of economic debacle, President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela has adopted more pragmatic economic policies. And the results are showing. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1686 The Brazilian Report false full After years of economic debacle, President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela has adopted more pragmatic economic policies. And the results are showing.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazilian 'third way' crashes and burns https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazilian_third_way_crashes_and_burns Unpopular politicians, no unifying candidate, and erratic moves have scuppered the chances of Brazil's democratic right in the 2022 election. Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2022/04/07/third-way-crashes-burns/ Send us your feedback ... Thu, 07 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1449 The Brazilian Report false full Unpopular politicians, no unifying candidate, and erratic moves have scuppered the chances of Brazil's democratic right in the 2022 election.Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2022/04/07/third-way-crashes-burns/

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]]> Petrobras merry-go-round spins again https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/petrobras_merry-go-round_spins_again With inflation weighing down his chances of winning a second term, President Jair Bolsonaro has nixed the CEO of Petrobras. Again. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 30 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1371 The Brazilian Report false full With inflation weighing down his chances of winning a second term, President Jair Bolsonaro has nixed the CEO of Petrobras. Again. Read show notes. — 

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]]> What the (brief) Telegram ban means in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_the_brief_telegram_ban_means_in_brazil It was more than a ban of the messaging app, courts wanted to draw a red line in the sand, which Telegram should not cross. But how Brazil will handle the app going forward remains murky — both legally and politically. Read show notes. — Send us your f... Wed, 23 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1728 The Brazilian Report false full It was more than a ban of the messaging app, courts wanted to draw a red line in the sand, which Telegram should not cross. But how Brazil will handle the app going forward remains murky — both legally and politically.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> Gas prices put Bolsonaro in a bind https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/gas_prices_put_bolsonaro_in_a_bind The ghost of inflation continues to haunt President Jair Bolsonaro, who is running out of ways to hold prices down. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 16 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1284 The Brazilian Report false full The ghost of inflation continues to haunt President Jair Bolsonaro, who is running out of ways to hold prices down. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil depends on Russia's fertilizer faucet https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_depends_on_russia_s_fertilizer_faucet President Bolsonaro declared Brazil would be "neutral" in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, mentioning a crucial facet of the war for Brazilian interests: fertilizers. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 09 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1001 The Brazilian Report false full President Bolsonaro declared Brazil would be "neutral" in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, mentioning a crucial facet of the war for Brazilian interests: fertilizers.Read show notes. — 

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]]> What happens when the police go on strike https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_happens_when_the_police_go_on_strike Officers in the state of Minas Gerais have called a strike. How this crisis unfolds will send a message to other law enforcement agencies around the country. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000 1502 The Brazilian Report false full Officers in the state of Minas Gerais have called a strike. How this crisis unfolds will send a message to other law enforcement agencies around the country. Read show notes. —

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]]> How dreamy is Lula's dream team? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_dreamy_is_lula_s_dream_team Leading all the polls, Brazilian center-left icon Lula is seeking a blockbuster alliance with a bonafide conservative. But the move is far from a guaranteed success. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 16 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000 1722 The Brazilian Report false full Leading all the polls, Brazilian center-left icon Lula is seeking a blockbuster alliance with a bonafide conservative. But the move is far from a guaranteed success.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's Telegram problem https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_telegram_problem Messaging app Telegram has been a thorn in the side of Brazil's electoral courts. But authorities are struggling to come up with ways to curb misinformation. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 09 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1376 The Brazilian Report false full Messaging app Telegram has been a thorn in the side of Brazil's electoral courts. But authorities are struggling to come up with ways to curb misinformation. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's risk of imported inflation https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_risk_of_imported_inflation A Russian invasion of Ukraine or prolonged tensions between Moscow and the West could disrupt agricultural production and push inflation even further up. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000 1495 The Brazilian Report false full A Russian invasion of Ukraine or prolonged tensions between Moscow and the West could disrupt agricultural production and push inflation even further up.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> Between Moscow and Washington https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/between_moscow_and_washington Washington has tried to get Brazil to condemn "Russia aggression" in Ukraine. But Bolsonaro has his reasons to keep a safe distance from the current geopolitical crisis. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 Jan 2022 02:00:00 +0000 1012 The Brazilian Report false full Washington has tried to get Brazil to condemn "Russia aggression" in Ukraine. But Bolsonaro has his reasons to keep a safe distance from the current geopolitical crisis.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bad Neighbor policy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bad_neighbor_policy President Jair Bolsonaro's demeanor has made Brazil's South American neighbors hit the pause button on multilateral initiatives. That could have terrible consequences for the region. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 19 Jan 2022 10:00:00 +0000 1345 The Brazilian Report false full President Jair Bolsonaro's demeanor has made Brazil's South American neighbors hit the pause button on multilateral initiatives. That could have terrible consequences for the region. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro picks a dangerous fight https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_picks_a_dangerous_fight Federal civil servants threaten to go on strike next week, which could cause a government shutdown just months from the presidential election. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000 1661 The Brazilian Report false full Federal civil servants threaten to go on strike next week, which could cause a government shutdown just months from the presidential election. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Teaser: What to expect from 2022 Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/teaser_what_to_expect_from_2022_brazil As 2021 draws to a close, our newsroom is about to launch a new report laying out the main trends for Brazil’s economy, politics, and the environment in the year to come. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 08 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000 289 The Brazilian Report false full As 2021 draws to a close, our newsroom is about to launch a new report laying out the main trends for Brazil’s economy, politics, and the environment in the year to come. 

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]]> A new home for Bolsonaro https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_new_home_for_bolsonaro After much comings and goings, Bolsonaro has found a new party, in an arrangement that will help shape Brazil's political landscape for 2022 and beyond. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1184 The Brazilian Report false full After much comings and goings, Bolsonaro has found a new party, in an arrangement that will help shape Brazil's political landscape for 2022 and beyond. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's vaccination success https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_vaccination_success This time last year, Brazilian citizens were unsure if they would ever get vaccinated against the coronavirus. Now, the country has immunized 80 percent of its adult population. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 24 Nov 2021 14:00:00 +0000 1165 The Brazilian Report false full This time last year, Brazilian citizens were unsure if they would ever get vaccinated against the coronavirus. Now, the country has immunized 80 percent of its adult population. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Argentina's far-right lion https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/argentina_s_far-right_lion Javier Milei is a vaccine skeptic, climate change denier, libertarian economist … and now, one of the biggest political stars in Argentinian politics. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 17 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1664 The Brazilian Report false full Javier Milei is a vaccine skeptic, climate change denier, libertarian economist … and now, one of the biggest political stars in Argentinian politics. Read show notes. — 

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]]> No longer a climate outlaw? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/no_longer_a_climate_outlaw Brazil showed up in the west of Scotland ready to listen and compromise with the international community. But were its commitments enough? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 1217 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil showed up in the west of Scotland ready to listen and compromise with the international community. But were its commitments enough? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Will Chile get Kast away? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/will_chile_get_kast_away Seen as Chile's answer to Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, José Antonio Kast has been consistently rising in polls since early in September. Could he win on November 21? Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2021/11/04/chile-kast-elect... Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1985 The Brazilian Report false full Seen as Chile's answer to Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, José Antonio Kast has been consistently rising in polls since early in September. Could he win on November 21?Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2021/11/04/chile-kast-election/

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]]> An obituary for Brazil's spending cap https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/an_obituary_for_brazil_s_spending_cap The writing is on the wall: the government is about to obliterate the federal spending cap. One economist believes it is now time for damage limitation, at best. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 27 Oct 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1255 The Brazilian Report false full The writing is on the wall: the government is about to obliterate the federal spending cap. One economist believes it is now time for damage limitation, at best.Read show notes. — 

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]]> The extent of Bolsonaro's pandemic crimes https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_extent_of_bolsonaro_s_pandemic_crimes Members of the Covid hearings committee disagree on whether to indict President Jair Bolsonaro for genocide against indigenous groups and murder. Read show notes. — This episode used the music "Infados" by Kevin MacLeod Send us your feedback Support th... Wed, 20 Oct 2021 15:00:00 +0000 1044 The Brazilian Report false full Members of the Covid hearings committee disagree on whether to indict President Jair Bolsonaro for genocide against indigenous groups and murder.  Read show notes. — This episode used the music "Infados" by Kevin MacLeod

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]]> Saving Mercosur https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/saving_mercosur A deal between Brazil and Argentina breathes new life into the Mercosur trade alliance. At least until the next crisis, that is. Read show notes. — This episode used the music "Infados" by Kevin MacLeod and "Lurking" by Silent Partner, from the YouTube... Wed, 13 Oct 2021 14:00:00 +0000 1385 The Brazilian Report false full A deal between Brazil and Argentina breathes new life into the Mercosur trade alliance. At least until the next crisis, that is.  Read show notes. — This episode used the music "Infados" by Kevin MacLeod and "Lurking" by Silent Partner, from the YouTube Audio Library.

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]]> A president's worst enemy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_president_s_worst_enemy Brazil's consumer price index is set to hit the 10-percent mark this week. And historical data shows that high inflation and a poor economic outlook are bad omens for incumbent presidents. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 06 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000 1180 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's consumer price index is set to hit the 10-percent mark this week. And historical data shows that high inflation and a poor economic outlook are bad omens for incumbent presidents. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's own Tuskegee Study https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_own_tuskegee_study Two major Brazilian HMOs are accused of treating Covid patients as guinea pigs, administering chloroquine and other drugs without their knowledge — and allegedly at the behest of the Bolsonaro government. Read show notes. — This episode sampled the son... Wed, 29 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1120 The Brazilian Report false full Two major Brazilian HMOs are accused of treating Covid patients as guinea pigs, administering chloroquine and other drugs without their knowledge — and allegedly at the behest of the Bolsonaro government. Read show notes. — This episode sampled the song Infados by Kevin MacLeod, from the YouTube Audio Library.

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]]> Peronism facing an existential crisis https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/peronism_facing_an_existential_crisis Last week's midterm primaries in Argentina delivered what was arguably the worst electoral defeat Peronism has ever suffered. But the problem goes beyond short-term woes. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 22 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000 2507 The Brazilian Report false full Last week's midterm primaries in Argentina delivered what was arguably the worst electoral defeat Peronism has ever suffered. But the problem goes beyond short-term woes. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonomics https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonomics The government has delivered very little and has been a source of instability for the Brazilian economy. So what keeps market agents from turning on Bolsonaro? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 15 Sep 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1749 The Brazilian Report false full The government has delivered very little and has been a source of instability for the Brazilian economy. So what keeps market agents from turning on Bolsonaro? Read show notes. — 

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]]> How to react to Bolsonaro? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_to_react_to_bolsonaro Bolsonaro is threatening to disregard Supreme Court rulings from now on. So how should the political system react to a president who doesn't want to play by the rules? (This episode was recorded live on Tuesday, Sep 7.) Read show notes. — Send us your ... Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000 3627 The Brazilian Report false full Bolsonaro is threatening to disregard Supreme Court rulings from now on. So how should the political system react to a president who doesn't want to play by the rules? (This episode was recorded live on Tuesday, Sep 7.) Read show notes. — 

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]]> A nation holding its breath https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_nation_holding_its_breath In six days, pro-Bolsonaro supporters will stage demonstrations in multiple cities. The unfolding of Brazil's political crisis depends on how big the turnout will be. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0000 1446 The Brazilian Report false full In six days, pro-Bolsonaro supporters will stage demonstrations in multiple cities. The unfolding of Brazil's political crisis depends on how big the turnout will be. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Will Brazil have its own January 6 riots? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/will_brazil_have_its_own_january_6_riots Many fear September 7 could be Brazil's own version of the January 6 U.S. Capitol riots. Given the scenario in Brazil, a similar movement could have much bloodier consequences. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 25 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1631 The Brazilian Report false full Many fear September 7 could be Brazil's own version of the January 6 U.S. Capitol riots. Given the scenario in Brazil, a similar movement could have much bloodier consequences. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Should Brazil reengage in Haiti? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/should_brazil_reengage_in_haiti While President Jair Bolsonaro seems to have very little interest in foreign affairs, serving in peacekeeping missions is a badge of honor for the Brazilian military — which holds enormous influence with Bolsonaro. Read show notes. — Send us your feedb... Wed, 18 Aug 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1425 The Brazilian Report false full While President Jair Bolsonaro seems to have very little interest in foreign affairs, serving in peacekeeping missions is a badge of honor for the Brazilian military — which holds enormous influence with Bolsonaro. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Companies face fines for data protection misdeeds https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/companies_face_fines_for_data_protection_misdeeds Brazilian data protection watchdog ANPD, the National Data Protection Authority, is now able to punish companies who mishandle customer data. But many questions around regulators still linger. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 11 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000 1252 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilian data protection watchdog ANPD, the National Data Protection Authority, is now able to punish companies who mishandle customer data. But many questions around regulators still linger. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Getting vaccines to the heart of the Amazon https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/getting_vaccines_to_the_heart_of_the_amazon With sparse transport infrastructure and precarious health services, getting medical supplies to Brazil's Amazon population is a huge challenge — something laid bare by Brazil's coronavirus vaccination push. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Sup... Tue, 03 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000 1187 The Brazilian Report false full With sparse transport infrastructure and precarious health services, getting medical supplies to Brazil's Amazon population is a huge challenge — something laid bare by Brazil's coronavirus vaccination push. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Coup or No Coup https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/coup_or_no_coup Struggling in the polls, President Jair Bolsonaro has threatened to ignore next year's election results. But is the risk of democratic rupture real? Or is the far-right simply crying coup? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 28 Jul 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1796 The Brazilian Report false full Struggling in the polls, President Jair Bolsonaro has threatened to ignore next year's election results. But is the risk of democratic rupture real? Or is the far-right simply crying coup? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Little transparency around presidents' health https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/little_transparency_around_presidents_health President Bolsonaro has recently been discharged from the hospital. While he was in, however, conflicting reports about his health made the Brazilian public suspicious. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000 1119 The Brazilian Report false full President Bolsonaro has recently been discharged from the hospital. While he was in, however, conflicting reports about his health made the Brazilian public suspicious.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro's Evangelical justice https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_s_evangelical_justice Jair Bolsonaro is using a Supreme Court nomination to rally his base. We explain the effects of his appointment on Brazilian justice and politics. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 14 Jul 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1780 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro is using a Supreme Court nomination to rally his base. We explain the effects of his appointment on Brazilian justice and politics. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Leite is no Milk https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/leite_is_no_milk Governor Eduardo Leite of Rio Grande do Sul came out as gay. But don't expect him to be a Brazilian Harvey Milk. Instead, he might be closer to Pete Buttigieg. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 07 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0000 1453 The Brazilian Report false full Governor Eduardo Leite of Rio Grande do Sul came out as gay. But don't expect him to be a Brazilian Harvey Milk. Instead, he might be closer to Pete Buttigieg.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Cash for jabs https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/cash_for_jabs I n an ironic twist, the Jair Bolsonaro administration is facing its most severe crisis — not over the vaccines it did not pursue, but over the ones it did. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 30 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +0000 1203 The Brazilian Report false full In an ironic twist, the Jair Bolsonaro administration is facing its most severe crisis — not over the vaccines it did not pursue, but over the ones it did. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The Anti-Bolsonaro dilemma https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_anti-bolsonaro_dilemma Detractors of President Jair Bolsonaro are now taking to the streets to pressure him, but doing so means creating massive gatherings that are health hazards in themselves. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 23 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +0000 1188 The Brazilian Report false full Detractors of President Jair Bolsonaro are now taking to the streets to pressure him, but doing so means creating massive gatherings that are health hazards in themselves. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The future of work in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_future_of_work_in_brazil In Brazil, the remote work solution was never easy, as the country has an extremely informal economy. This week, we discuss the future of work in Brazil. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1386 The Brazilian Report false full In Brazil, the remote work solution was never easy, as the country has an extremely informal economy. This week, we discuss the future of work in Brazil.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro opens a military Pandora's box https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_opens_a_military_pandora_s_box Under pressure from President Bolsonaro, the Army refused to punish active general Eduardo Pazuello for taking part in a political demonstration, causing uproar and stoking fears of military interference in the 2022 election. Read show notes. — Send us... Wed, 09 Jun 2021 08:00:00 +0000 1524 The Brazilian Report false full Under pressure from President Bolsonaro, the Army refused to punish active general Eduardo Pazuello for taking part in a political demonstration, causing uproar and stoking fears of military interference in the 2022 election. Read show notes. — 

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]]> A crisis in Angola threatens Bolsonaro https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_crisis_in_angola_threatens_bolsonaro President Jair Bolsonaro is battling multiple domestic crises — but one dispute across the Atlantic could cost him the support of a valuable ally. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Jun 2021 06:00:00 +0000 1300 The Brazilian Report false full President Jair Bolsonaro is battling multiple domestic crises — but one dispute across the Atlantic could cost him the support of a valuable ally. Read show notes. — 

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]]> More variants, fewer vaccines https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/more_variants_fewer_vaccines As vaccine rollouts stumble in multiple Brazilian regions, health officials confirm the country's first cases of the Indian variant. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 May 2021 07:00:00 +0000 983 The Brazilian Report false full As vaccine rollouts stumble in multiple Brazilian regions, health officials confirm the country's first cases of the Indian variant. Read show notes. — 

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]]> A president without a party https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_president_without_a_party Jair Bolsonaro has seen his popularity dip in recent months, now polling behind Lula. But he has an even more immediate concern: the president needs to find a party. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 18 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000 1616 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro has seen his popularity dip in recent months, now polling behind Lula. But he has an even more immediate concern: the president needs to find a party.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Testing Bolsonaro's endurance https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/testing_bolsonaro_s_endurance The Covid hearings have exposed a laundry list of malfeasance by the Bolsonaro administration during the pandemic. Will that be enough to bring him down, though? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 11 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000 1358 The Brazilian Report false full The Covid hearings have exposed a laundry list of malfeasance by the Bolsonaro administration during the pandemic. Will that be enough to bring him down, though?Read show notes. — 

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]]> Vaccine diplomacy in Latin America https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/vaccine_diplomacy_in_latin_america When Latin American countries received their first vaccines, they didn't get them from Western powers — but from China and Russia instead. But these deals often came with strings attached. Guests: Flávio da Fonseca (Brazilian Virology Society) and Davi... Wed, 05 May 2021 13:00:00 +0000 1691 The Brazilian Report false full When Latin American countries received their first vaccines, they didn't get them from Western powers — but from China and Russia instead. But these deals often came with strings attached. Guests: Flávio da Fonseca (Brazilian Virology Society) and David Fidler (Council on Foreign Relations).Read show notes. — 

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]]> The Brazilian Epstein? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_brazilian_epstein A new exposé shows how one of Brazil's biggest business success stories may have covered a child sexual abuse ring, in a case with eerie parallels to that of notorious American pedophile Jeffrey Epstein. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support... Tue, 27 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000 1196 The Brazilian Report false full A new exposé shows how one of Brazil's biggest business success stories may have covered a child sexual abuse ring, in a case with eerie parallels to that of notorious American pedophile Jeffrey Epstein.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro fighting on multiple fronts https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_fighting_on_multiple_fronts The next few weeks are packed with the definition of the 2021 budget, the start of the Covid hearings, and Biden's climate summit. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1275 The Brazilian Report false full The next few weeks are packed with the definition of the 2021 budget, the start of the Covid hearings, and Biden's climate summit. Read show notes. — 

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]]> What to make of South America's Super Sunday https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_to_make_of_south_america_s_super_sunday Elections in Ecuador and Peru were filled with surprises. Latin America correspondent Lucas Berti breaks down what they mean for the region. Read show notes. — // Music in this podcast: Infados by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0 license), Fall of the Solar Ki... Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000 1257 The Brazilian Report false full Elections in Ecuador and Peru were filled with surprises. Latin America correspondent Lucas Berti breaks down what they mean for the region. Read show notes. — // Music in this podcast: Infados by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0 license), Fall of the Solar King by Twin Musicom (CC BY 4.0 license).

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]]> A Brazilian vaccine on the way? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_brazilian_vaccine_on_the_way With coronavirus deaths on the rise, a massive vaccination campaign seems to be Brazil's only way out of the pandemic crisis. President Jair Bolsonaro and São Paulo Governor João Doria are in a race toward the first coronavirus vaccine fully produced i... Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1389 The Brazilian Report false full With coronavirus deaths on the rise, a massive vaccination campaign seems to be Brazil's only way out of the pandemic crisis. President Jair Bolsonaro and São Paulo Governor João Doria are in a race toward the first coronavirus vaccine fully produced in Brazil. Read show notes. — 

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]]> When political crisis becomes military crisis https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/when_political_crisis_becomes_military_crisis Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro carried out a massive cabinet reshuffle on Monday, raising fears that his administration could take an undemocratic turn. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000 1836 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro carried out a massive cabinet reshuffle on Monday, raising fears that his administration could take an undemocratic turn. Read show notes. — 

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]]> RIP Car Wash, Part 2: Clash of titans https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/rip_car_wash_part_2_clash_of_titans Lula has regained his political rights and is set to face off against Bolsonaro next year. What can we expect from this clash of titans? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000 1093 The Brazilian Report false full Lula has regained his political rights and is set to face off against Bolsonaro next year. What can we expect from this clash of titans? Read show notes. — 

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]]> RIP Car Wash, Part 1: A tarnished legacy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/rip_car_wash_part_1_a_tarnished_legacy The Supreme Court ruled that Sérgio Moro — the former judge who led Op. Car Wash — was biased in his trial of former President Lula. The judicial achievements of the anti-corruption task force are being undone, but what legacy does it leave behind? Rea... Wed, 24 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1885 The Brazilian Report false full The Supreme Court ruled that Sérgio Moro — the former judge who led Op. Car Wash — was biased in his trial of former President Lula. The judicial achievements of the anti-corruption task force are being undone, but what legacy does it leave behind?Read show notes. — 

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]]> Four ministers and 280,000 funerals https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/four_ministers_and_280_000_funerals President Jair Bolsonaro has changed Health Ministers for the third time since the start of the pandemic. Army General Eduardo Pazuello is out, cardiologist and ally Marcelo Queiroga is in. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1064 The Brazilian Report false full President Jair Bolsonaro has changed Health Ministers for the third time since the start of the pandemic. Army General Eduardo Pazuello is out, cardiologist and ally Marcelo Queiroga is in. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's pandemic nadir yet to come https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_pandemic_nadir_yet_to_come Brazil has become something of an open-air laboratory, showing how new variants can develop when left to spread unchecked. Most, if not all states are inching closer to a health collapse, but far-right President Jair Bolsonaro continues to speak out ag... Wed, 10 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000 1624 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil has become something of an open-air laboratory, showing how new variants can develop when left to spread unchecked. Most, if not all states are inching closer to a health collapse, but far-right President Jair Bolsonaro continues to speak out against lockdowns and vaccines. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The Brazilian people v. big mining https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_brazilian_people_v_big_mining Mining giants have been let off scot-free from the consequences of environmental disasters. Brazilians are going after them on their own turf. Guest: Pedro Martins, partner at law firm PGMBM Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 03 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000 1281 The Brazilian Report false full Mining giants have been let off scot-free from the consequences of environmental disasters. Brazilians are going after them on their own turf.Guest: Pedro Martins, partner at law firm PGMBMRead show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro's hand is not invisible https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_s_hand_is_not_invisible Markets backed Bolsonaro in 2018 hoping for a libertarian president. Facing a sluggish economy and rising inflation, the president decided to intervene in the economy. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 24 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000 1545 The Brazilian Report false full Markets backed Bolsonaro in 2018 hoping for a libertarian president. Facing a sluggish economy and rising inflation, the president decided to intervene in the economy. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Flawed democracies https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/flawed_democracies In Latin America, only three countries qualified as “full democracies.” As many as those qualified as “authoritarian regimes.” Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 17 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000 1510 The Brazilian Report false full In Latin America, only three countries qualified as “full democracies.” As many as those qualified as “authoritarian regimes.” Read show notes. — 

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]]> Trading 5G for coronavirus vaccines https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/trading_5g_for_coronavirus_vaccines Our podcast is back! This week, how the Brazilian government is using the country's upcoming 5G auction as a bargaining chip to receive more coronavirus vaccines. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 1359 The Brazilian Report false full Our podcast is back! This week, how the Brazilian government is using the country's upcoming 5G auction as a bargaining chip to receive more coronavirus vaccines. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Neither to the left, the right, or in the center https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/neither_to_the_left_the_right_or_in_the_center Brazil's "Big Center" were the big winners of this year's municipal elections, despite being regularly demonized by the population. We explain who they are and how they work. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1589 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's "Big Center" were the big winners of this year's municipal elections, despite being regularly demonized by the population. We explain who they are and how they work. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Has Brazil's second wave already begun? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/has_brazil_s_second_wave_already_begun Just as Brazilians were starting to get used to their so-called new normal, a second wave appears to be on the horizon. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 26 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1040 The Brazilian Report false full Just as Brazilians were starting to get used to their so-called new normal, a second wave appears to be on the horizon. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Who tried to hack the Brazilian election? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/who_tried_to_hack_the_brazilian_election After weeks of gloating about its fast and efficient vote count system, Brazil's election authorities were hacked during Sunday's vote, raising cybersecurity fears. Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2020/11/18/explaining-brazil-podcas... Wed, 18 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1092 The Brazilian Report false full After weeks of gloating about its fast and efficient vote count  system, Brazil's election authorities were hacked during Sunday's vote, raising cybersecurity fears.Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2020/11/18/explaining-brazil-podcast-who-tried-to-hack-the-brazilian-election/

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]]> What Brazil can teach the U.S. about elections https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_brazil_can_teach_the_u_s_about_elections The U.S. election process took days to confirm a winner. Were it to have taken place in Brazil, the entire vote count would have been wrapped up within a couple of hours. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 11 Nov 2020 15:00:00 +0000 622 The Brazilian Report false full The U.S. election process took days to confirm a winner. Were it to have taken place in Brazil, the entire vote count would have been wrapped up within a couple of hours. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Banking transformation PIX up steam https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/banking_transformation_pix_up_steam Brazil's Central Bank has launched PIX, its new instant payment system. We analyze what changes this brings to the country's financial landscape. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 04 Nov 2020 12:00:00 +0000 1241 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's Central Bank has launched PIX, its new instant payment system. We analyze what changes this brings to the country's financial landscape. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Throwing Pinochet's legacy on the fire https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/throwing_pinochet_s_legacy_on_the_fire In a huge majority, Chile voted to scrap its 1980 constitution, the last remaining legacy of the Pinochet dictatorship era. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 29 Oct 2020 08:00:00 +0000 1217 The Brazilian Report false full In a huge majority, Chile voted to scrap its 1980 constitution, the last remaining legacy of the Pinochet dictatorship era. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Electoral calculations around Covid-19 vaccines https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/electoral_calculations_around_covid-19_vaccines Jair Bolsonaro and São Paulo Governor João Doria are using the race for a vaccine as a sparring match before the 2022 election. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Oct 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1541 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro and São Paulo Governor João Doria are using the race for a vaccine as a sparring match before the 2022 election. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro steering away from Bolsonarism https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_steering_away_from_bolsonarism Almost two years since his election, President Jair Bolsonaro has cozied up to the establishment politicians he campaigned against — and his core supporters are incensed. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 15 Oct 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1226 The Brazilian Report false full Almost two years since his election, President Jair Bolsonaro has cozied up to the establishment politicians he campaigned against — and his core supporters are incensed. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Elections in the Time of Covid-19 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/elections_in_the_time_of_covid-19 Municipal elections have a significant impact on national politics. And what happens in November 2020 will ripple over until 2022. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 07 Oct 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1259 The Brazilian Report false full Municipal elections have a significant impact on national politics. And what happens in November 2020 will ripple over until 2022. Read show notes. — 

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]]> When protection becomes repression https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/when_protection_becomes_repression Some Latin American countries have been called out for not enacting social distancing rules during the pandemic. Others, for using them to repress specific populations. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 01 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1273 The Brazilian Report false full Some Latin American countries have been called out for not enacting social distancing rules during the pandemic. Others, for using them to repress specific populations. Read show notes. — 

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]]> You give Brazil a bad name https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/you_give_brazil_a_bad_name Jair Bolsonaro addressed the United Nations General Assembly for the second time on Tuesday — we analyze how he fared. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 23 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1805 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro addressed the United Nations General Assembly for the second time on Tuesday — we analyze how he fared. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's Supreme Court at a crossroads https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_supreme_court_at_a_crossroads A new Chief Justice takes the reins of Brazil's Supreme Court in a moment when it faces a crisis of legitimacy and attacks from President Jair Bolsonaro. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 16 Sep 2020 16:00:00 +0000 1320 The Brazilian Report false full A new Chief Justice takes the reins of Brazil's Supreme Court in a moment when it faces a crisis of legitimacy and attacks from President Jair Bolsonaro. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Rio's descent into political hell https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/rio_s_descent_into_political_hell Every single living former governor of Rio has been jailed at some point, and the incumbent governor looks set to face the same destiny. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 09 Sep 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1774 The Brazilian Report false full Every single living former governor of Rio has been jailed at some point, and the incumbent governor looks set to face the same destiny. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Reducing business complexity in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/reducing_business_complexity_in_brazil Brazil's second-quarter GDP results have been released and it's official: the country is back in recession. We analyze how Brazil can recover. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Sep 2020 17:00:00 +0000 1242 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's second-quarter GDP results have been released and it's official: the country is back in recession. We analyze how Brazil can recover. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Six months of the coronavirus in Latin America https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/six_months_of_the_coronavirus_in_latin_america Latin America had its first confirmed Covid-19 case on February 26. Six months later, the region is the world's coronavirus epicenter. How have things gotten so out of control? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 Aug 2020 10:00:00 +0000 1282 The Brazilian Report false full Latin America had its first confirmed Covid-19 case on February 26. Six months later, the region is the world's coronavirus epicenter. How have things gotten so out of control? Read show notes. — 

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]]> The Al Capone of Colombia https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_al_capone_of_colombia Álvaro Uribe is arguably the most powerful politician in Colombia, but he has been placed under house arrest for a fraud scandal. What does this mean for the country? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 19 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1364 The Brazilian Report false full Álvaro Uribe is arguably the most powerful politician in Colombia, but he has been placed under house arrest for a fraud scandal. What does this mean for the country?Read show notes. —

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]]> Brazilian football hits fever pitch, literally https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazilian_football_hits_fever_pitch_literally Brazil has rushed its national football championship into a hasty return, and already there are Covid-19 cases popping up all over the league. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1076 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil has rushed its national football championship into a hasty return, and already there are Covid-19 cases popping up all over the league. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's place in the race for a Covid-19 vaccine https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_place_in_the_race_for_a_covid-19_vaccine Ironically, Brazil's mismanagement of the coronavirus crisis may lead to the country cutting the line in the race for a vaccine. This episode was supported by AMEC, the Brazilian Association of Investors in Capital Markets. Read show notes. — Send us y... Wed, 05 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1177 The Brazilian Report false full Ironically, Brazil's mismanagement of the coronavirus crisis may lead to the country cutting the line in the race for a vaccine. This episode was supported by AMEC, the Brazilian Association of Investors in Capital Markets.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro's ticket to re-election https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_s_ticket_to_re-election Everyone predicted that the pandemic would plummet Jair Bolsonaro's approval rates. It hasn't. And now the president sees his re-election prospects grow more realistic. Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2020/07/30/explaining-brazil-po... Thu, 30 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000 1027 The Brazilian Report false full Everyone predicted that the pandemic would plummet Jair Bolsonaro's approval rates. It hasn't. And now the president sees his re-election prospects grow more realistic.Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2020/07/30/explaining-brazil-podcast-bolsonaros-ticket-to-re-election/

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]]> Biden or Trump, what changes for Brazil? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/biden_or_trump_what_changes_for_brazil Few elections worldwide influence Brazil as much as the U.S. presidential race. Joe Biden seems poised to beat Donald Trump, but what would a change in the White House mean for Latin America's biggest country? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback S... Wed, 22 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 1423 The Brazilian Report false full Few elections worldwide influence Brazil as much as the U.S. presidential race. Joe Biden seems poised to beat Donald Trump, but what would a change in the White House mean for Latin America's biggest country? Read show notes. —

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]]> Deforestation is bad for business https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/deforestation_is_bad_for_business Deforestation is on the rise during the Covid-19 pandemic, and now international investors have threatened to remove their money from Brazil, forcing the government to act. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 16 Jul 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1243 The Brazilian Report false full Deforestation is on the rise during the Covid-19 pandemic, and now international investors have threatened to remove their money from Brazil, forcing the government to act. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro is one in a 1.6 million https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_is_one_in_a_1_6_million After months of reckless behavior, President Jair Bolsonaro has been infected with the coronavirus. And is trying to make lemonade out of it. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 08 Jul 2020 10:00:00 +0000 950 The Brazilian Report false full After months of reckless behavior, President Jair Bolsonaro has been infected with the coronavirus. And is trying to make lemonade out of it. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Violent effects of Brazil's job apocalypse https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/violent_effects_of_brazil_s_job_apocalypse The pandemic is set to cost millions of jobs in Brazil, which can cause a number of troubling knock-on effects in society. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000 1496 The Brazilian Report false full The pandemic is set to cost millions of jobs in Brazil, which can cause a number of troubling knock-on effects in society. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Special: How Brazil became the Land of Football #3 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_how_brazil_became_the_land_of_football_3 In this final episode of our series, we look back at the legend of that final, and then try and frame the legacy of the 1970 World Cup, both in Brazil and abroad. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 25 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1350 The Brazilian Report false full In this final episode of our series, we look back at the legend of that final, and then try and frame the legacy of the 1970 World Cup, both in Brazil and abroad. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Special: How Brazil became the Land of Football #2 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_how_brazil_became_the_land_of_football_2 Pelé is the greatest footballer of all time, and the 1970 World Cup in Mexico is seen as his crowning achievement. But just months before the tournament, people in Brazil thought he was finished. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Tue, 23 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1092 The Brazilian Report false full Pelé is the greatest footballer of all time, and the 1970 World Cup in Mexico is seen as his crowning achievement. But just months before the tournament, people in Brazil thought he was finished. Read show notes. —

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]]> Special: How Brazil became the Land of Football #1 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_how_brazil_became_the_land_of_football_1 Fifty years ago, the greatest national football team of all time won the 1970 World Cup in Mexico. We tell the full story in this three-part series. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Sun, 21 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1027 The Brazilian Report false full Fifty years ago, the greatest national football team of all time won the 1970 World Cup in Mexico. We tell the full story in this three-part series. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Covid-19 made Brazilian elections more exposed to fake news https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/covid-19_made_brazilian_elections_more_exposed_to_fake_news The coronavirus has made regular meet-and-greet campaigns impossible. And that will favor political fake news rings. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 18 Jun 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1059 The Brazilian Report false full The coronavirus has made regular meet-and-greet campaigns impossible. And that will favor political fake news rings. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Lifting the lid on a Brazil divided by race https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lifting_the_lid_on_a_brazil_divided_by_race As anti-racist protests break out around the world, we pick apart at the deep racial divides in Brazilian society and take a look at our own heritage. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1140 The Brazilian Report false full As anti-racist protests break out around the world, we pick apart at the deep racial divides in Brazilian society and take a look at our own heritage. Read show notes. —

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]]> Has the opposition to Jair Bolsonaro come to life? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/has_the_opposition_to_jair_bolsonaro_come_to_life Brazil saw anti-Bolsonaro protests this weekend. Does it mean that opposition to the far-right leader has finally come out of hibernation? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 03 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1454 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil saw anti-Bolsonaro protests this weekend. Does it mean that opposition to the far-right leader has finally come out of hibernation? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro's "miracle" cure for Covid-19 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_s_miracle_cure_for_covid-19 The world has abandoned chloroquine as a possible cure against the coronavirus. But Brazil's Bolsonaro is doubling down on his bet. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 27 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1298 The Brazilian Report false full The world has abandoned chloroquine as a possible cure against the coronavirus. But Brazil's Bolsonaro is doubling down on his bet. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The price of a human life https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_price_of_a_human_life If Covid-19 is a war, then heads of state must choose the fighting lanes that will cause the least casualties. Which is best? Enacting a lockdown, or reopening the economy? These economists believe they know the answer. Read show notes. — Send us your ... Wed, 20 May 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1489 The Brazilian Report false full If Covid-19 is a war, then heads of state must choose the fighting lanes that will cause the least casualties. Which is best? Enacting a lockdown, or reopening the economy? These economists believe they know the answer. Read show notes. — 

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]]> All the president's Covid tests https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/all_the_president_s_covid_tests Jair Bolsonaro fought tooth and nail to keep his Covid-19 tests a secret. Johns Hopkins professor Filipe Campante explains what was at stake in this case. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 13 May 2020 10:00:00 +0000 1603 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro fought tooth and nail to keep his Covid-19 tests a secret. Johns Hopkins professor Filipe Campante explains what was at stake in this case.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> Why is support for Bolsonaro so resilient? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_is_support_for_bolsonaro_so_resilient Links to paramilitary mafias, poor economic results, controversial cabinet firings … and a botched pandemic response. None of this has dented Jair Bolsonaro's core group of supporters. Until now. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 06 May 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1364 The Brazilian Report false full Links to paramilitary mafias, poor economic results, controversial cabinet firings … and a botched pandemic response. None of this has dented Jair Bolsonaro's core group of supporters. Until now. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Moro puts Jair in the corner https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/moro_puts_jair_in_the_corner Sergio Moro's resignation has left the Bolsonaro government in a delicate situation: it has lost its anti-corruption poster boy, and Moro's revelations could lead to a presidential indictment. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 29 Apr 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1671 The Brazilian Report false full Sergio Moro's resignation has left the Bolsonaro government in a delicate situation: it has lost its anti-corruption poster boy, and Moro's revelations could lead to a presidential indictment. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Pandemic power plays in Brazil and the U.S. https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/pandemic_power_plays_in_brazil_and_the_u_s While not a perfect nickname, Bolsonaro has often been referred to as the “Trump of the Tropics”, a comparison that he's always welcomed and fueled himself. And Covid-19 has made the two far-right leaders even more alike. Read show notes. — Send us you... Wed, 22 Apr 2020 17:00:00 +0000 1483 The Brazilian Report false full While not a perfect nickname, Bolsonaro has often been referred to as the “Trump of the Tropics”, a comparison that he's always welcomed and fueled himself. And Covid-19 has made the two far-right leaders even more alike. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Do Brazil's coronavirus numbers even mean anything? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/do_brazil_s_coronavirus_numbers_even_mean_anything Despite Brazil releasing updated figures on Covid-19 cases and deaths every day, inconsistencies in the data have left policymakers in the dark over the real spread of the virus. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 15 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +0000 909 The Brazilian Report false full Despite Brazil releasing updated figures on Covid-19 cases and deaths every day, inconsistencies in the data have left policymakers in the dark over the real spread of the virus. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Shopping for a new Health Minister https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/shopping_for_a_new_health_minister Amid the worst pandemic in a lifetime, President Jair Bolsonaro has gone after his own Health minister, stopping just shy of sacking him. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 08 Apr 2020 19:00:00 +0000 808 The Brazilian Report false full Amid the worst pandemic in a lifetime, President Jair Bolsonaro has gone after his own Health minister, stopping just shy of sacking him. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil facing a job apocalypse https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_facing_a_job_apocalypse Brazil's employment rates will be decimated by the Covid-19 pandemic. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Thu, 02 Apr 2020 13:00:00 +0000 976 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's employment rates will be decimated by the Covid-19 pandemic. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's public health enemy #1 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_public_health_enemy_1 While the world goes into self-isolation and governments pass stimulus packages to save their economies from collapse, the Brazilian president resists such moves, and wants "business as usual." Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 27 Mar 2020 16:00:00 +0000 1566 The Brazilian Report false full While the world goes into self-isolation and governments pass stimulus packages to save their economies from collapse, the Brazilian president resists such moves, and wants "business as usual." Read show notes. — 

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]]> 20 rough weeks ahead https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/20_rough_weeks_ahead Brazil has recorded its first Covid-19 death, and cases are growing exponentially. Authorities warn it will get much worse before it gets any better. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 18 Mar 2020 12:00:00 +0000 783 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil has recorded its first Covid-19 death, and cases are growing exponentially. Authorities warn it will get much worse before it gets any better. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Is recession inescapable? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/is_recession_inescapable The coronavirus outbreak is cooling off the global economy—but the Brazilian government resists the use of stimulus packages. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 11 Mar 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1576 The Brazilian Report false full The coronavirus outbreak is cooling off the global economy—but the Brazilian government resists the use of stimulus packages. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Should Congress impeach Jair Bolsonaro? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/should_congress_impeach_jair_bolsonaro By asking supporters to take to the streets and ask for the shutdown of Congress and "the end of the Supreme Court," Jair Bolsonaro may finally have gone too far. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 04 Mar 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1333 The Brazilian Report false full By asking supporters to take to the streets and ask for the shutdown of Congress and "the end of the Supreme Court," Jair Bolsonaro may finally have gone too far.Read show notes. — 

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]]> For Brazil, 5G can mean more than just fast internet https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/for_brazil_5g_can_mean_more_than_just_fast_internet The implementation of 5G in Brazil still has many obstacles in its way, not least pressure from the country's two leading trading partners. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1153 The Brazilian Report false full The implementation of 5G in Brazil still has many obstacles in its way, not least pressure from the country's two leading trading partners.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Human rights abuses, powered by CIA technology https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/human_rights_abuses_powered_by_cia_technology New revelations show the CIA sold encryption tools which allowed them to spy on South American dictatorships during some of the most brutal and deadly periods of the continent's recent history. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 19 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1501 The Brazilian Report false full New revelations show the CIA sold encryption tools which allowed them to spy on South American dictatorships during some of the most brutal and deadly periods of the continent's recent history.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil’s climate crisis has already begun https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_climate_crisis_has_already_begun Heavy rains and other extreme weather events have become the norm in Brazil, with much of the blame lying with climate change and poor urban planning. Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2020/02/12/explaining-brazil-podcast-95-brazil-cl... Wed, 12 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1177 The Brazilian Report false full Heavy rains and other extreme weather events have become the norm in Brazil, with much of the blame lying with climate change and poor urban planning.Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2020/02/12/explaining-brazil-podcast-95-brazil-climate-crisis-already-begun/

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]]> Bolsonaro, season 2 begins https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_season_2_begins The start of the legislative year kicks off the political calendar in 2020. And President Bolsonaro has plenty on his plate: pressing reforms, a Supreme Court vacancy, and much intrigue. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 05 Feb 2020 14:00:00 +0000 1480 The Brazilian Report false full The start of the legislative year kicks off the political calendar in 2020. And President Bolsonaro has plenty on his plate: pressing reforms, a Supreme Court vacancy, and much intrigue.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Coronavirus: the real risks for Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/coronavirus_the_real_risks_for_brazil The risks of a coronavirus outbreak in Brazil are less substantial for the country's public health, and more for its struggling economy. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 29 Jan 2020 15:00:00 +0000 1102 The Brazilian Report false full The risks of a coronavirus outbreak in Brazil are less substantial for the country's public health, and more for its struggling economy.Read show notes. — 

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]]> PCC, Brazil's uber-powerful criminal brotherhood https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/pcc_brazil_s_uber-powerful_criminal_brotherhood The PCC has just staged a Hollywood-esque prison escape in the Brazil-Paraguay border. We explain how a union of prisoners founded by eight men has become Brazil's (and South America's) biggest drugs gang. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Suppo... Wed, 22 Jan 2020 17:00:00 +0000 1640 The Brazilian Report false full The PCC has just staged a Hollywood-esque prison escape in the Brazil-Paraguay border. We explain how a union of prisoners founded by eight men has become Brazil's (and South America's) biggest drugs gang.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Antarctica, Brazil's icy Amazon https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/antarctica_brazil_s_icy_amazon Brazil is inaugurating a new research base in Antarctica. The country's top researcher in the field explains to us why the South Pole is as important for Brazil's climate as the Amazon rainforest. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 15 Jan 2020 13:00:00 +0000 1200 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil is inaugurating a new research base in Antarctica. The country's top researcher in the field explains to us why the South Pole is as important for Brazil's climate as the Amazon rainforest.Read show notes. — 

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]]> One year of Jair Bolsonaro, explained https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/one_year_of_jair_bolsonaro_explained Taking stock of the first 12 months of the Jair Bolsonaro government, we speak to two experts to break down what has gone right, and what has gone wrong. Guests: Carlos Goes (Ph.D. researcher at UCSD, formerly at IMF) and Claudio Couto (Fundação Getuli... Wed, 18 Dec 2019 12:00:00 +0000 1575 The Brazilian Report false full Taking stock of the first 12 months of the Jair Bolsonaro government, we speak to two experts to break down what has gone right, and what has gone wrong. Guests: Carlos Goes (Ph.D. researcher at UCSD, formerly at IMF) and Claudio Couto (Fundação Getulio Vargas).Read show notes. — 

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]]> Some humans still own other humans https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/some_humans_still_own_other_humans Slavery was abolished in Brazil in 1888, but there are still thousands of modern slaves working around the country. Guests: Camilla Costa (BBC), and Augusto de Arruda Botelho (Human Rights Watch). Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 11 Dec 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1226 The Brazilian Report false full Slavery was abolished in Brazil in 1888, but there are still thousands of modern slaves working around the country. Guests: Camilla Costa (BBC), and Augusto de Arruda Botelho (Human Rights Watch).Read show notes. — 

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]]> Latin America's dangerous game https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/latin_america_s_dangerous_game Recent crises in Latin America show how the Armed Forces remain key power brokers in the democratic game. But using the Army as a legitimizing force brings back old demons from Latin America's not-so-distant past—when most of the region was ruled by mi... Wed, 04 Dec 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1440 The Brazilian Report false full Recent crises in Latin America show how the Armed Forces remain key power brokers in the democratic game. But using the Army as a legitimizing force brings back old demons from Latin America's not-so-distant past—when most of the region was ruled by military dictatorships. And this puts civilian leaders in an immensely fragile position.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's age of extreme politics https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_age_of_extreme_politics President Jair Bolsonaro has broken away and launched the only overtly far-right party in Brazilian politics. This week we look at the rise of extremism and polarization in Brazil's political arena. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the ... Wed, 27 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1430 The Brazilian Report false full President Jair Bolsonaro has broken away and launched the only overtly far-right party in Brazilian politics. This week we look at the rise of extremism and polarization in Brazil's political arena.Read show notes. — 

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]]> The turbulent path of Brazil's republic https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_turbulent_path_of_brazil_s_republic The Brazilian Republic is 130 years old. The democratic dream remains not entirely fulfilled, but Brazil has made many strides. So we ask: what is the state of our union? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Nov 2019 03:00:00 +0000 1544 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian Republic is 130 years old. The democratic dream remains not entirely fulfilled, but Brazil has made many strides. So we ask: what is the state of our union?Read show notes. — 

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]]> How Lula's story explains Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_lula_s_story_explains_brazil Love him or hate him, there's one thing you can't take away from Brazilian former President Lula: his story epitomizes Brazil more than any other politician. Guest: André Pagliarini, a lecturer at Dartmouth College. Read show notes. — https://brazilian... Wed, 13 Nov 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1391 The Brazilian Report false full Love him or hate him, there's one thing you can't take away from Brazilian former President Lula: his story epitomizes Brazil more than any other politician. Guest: André Pagliarini, a lecturer at Dartmouth College. Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/videos/2019/11/18/explaining-brazil-85-how-lulas-story-explains-brazil/

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]]> Can blockchain fix Brazil's bureaucracy? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/can_blockchain_fix_brazil_s_bureaucracy Brazil is known for its mammoth bureaucratic system. But blockchain could help business in Latin America's top economy. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 06 Nov 2019 12:00:00 +0000 1107 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil is known for its mammoth bureaucratic system. But blockchain could help business in Latin America's top economy.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Latin America's veins are wide open https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/latin_america_s_veins_are_wide_open From Chile to Catalunya, Lebanon to Hong Kong … it seems like we're seeing protests erupt everywhere. But one region seems to have been hit harder than others by this massive wave of disgruntlement: Latin America. It seems that Latin America's veins ar... Wed, 30 Oct 2019 03:00:00 +0000 1440 The Brazilian Report false full From Chile to Catalunya, Lebanon to Hong Kong … it seems like we're seeing protests erupt everywhere. But one region seems to have been hit harder than others by this massive wave of disgruntlement: Latin America. It seems that Latin America's veins are as wide open as they've ever been.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Green and yellow (nuclear) submarine https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/green_and_yellow_nuclear_submarine Back in 2008, Brazil formulated its National Defense Strategy, selecting the construction of a nuclear submarine as one of its priorities. To find out more about this mission, we spoke to Anne Bianchi, who oversees the construction of Brazil's first nu... Wed, 23 Oct 2019 09:00:00 +0000 1303 The Brazilian Report false full Back in 2008, Brazil formulated its National Defense Strategy, selecting the construction of a nuclear submarine as one of its priorities. To find out more about this mission, we spoke to Anne Bianchi, who oversees the construction of Brazil's first nuclear submarine.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Oil, Brazil's underwater treasure https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/oil_brazil_s_underwater_treasure In just a couple of weeks, Brazil will hold the largest oil auction in its history. This week, we look back at how the country rose to become a key player in offshore drilling. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 16 Oct 2019 10:00:00 +0000 1277 The Brazilian Report false full In just a couple of weeks, Brazil will hold the largest oil auction in its history. This week, we look back at how the country rose to become a key player in offshore drilling.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Odebrecht's Peruvian wrecking ball https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/odebrecht_s_peruvian_wrecking_ball The Brazilian construction group admitted to paying USD 29 million in bribes over a decade in Peru. And it has caused the downfall of four former presidents—and potentially a fifth. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Oct 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1010 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian construction group admitted to paying USD 29 million in bribes over a decade in Peru. And it has caused the downfall of four former presidents—and potentially a fifth.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro flips off the world https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_flips_off_the_world With references to God, socialism, and gender issues—not to mention skirting the blame for Amazon deforestation—Jair Bolsonaro's speech at the United Nations General Assembly made people all over the world cringe. Read show notes. — https://brazilian.r... Wed, 25 Sep 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1295 The Brazilian Report false full With references to God, socialism, and gender issues—not to mention skirting the blame for Amazon deforestation—Jair Bolsonaro's speech at the United Nations General Assembly made people all over the world cringe.Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/videos/2019/09/25/explaining-brazil-podcast-79-bolsonaro-flips-off-the-world/

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]]> How will Amazon Inc disrupt Brazilian retail? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_will_amazon_inc_disrupt_brazilian_retail The world's largest retailer has just improved its position in Brazil. What will be the impact on local players? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 18 Sep 2019 15:00:00 +0000 993 The Brazilian Report false full The world's largest retailer has just improved its position in Brazil. What will be the impact on local players?Read show notes. — 

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]]> Rio's war on a gay kiss https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/rio_s_war_on_a_gay_kiss Rio de Janeiro Mayor Marcelo Crivella is staged a homophobic crusade against an Avenger comic. It is part of a calculated move to get him re-elected. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 11 Sep 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1333 The Brazilian Report false full Rio de Janeiro Mayor Marcelo Crivella is staged a homophobic crusade against an Avenger comic. It is part of a calculated move to get him re-elected. Read show notes. — 

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]]> How Napoleon invented Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_napoleon_invented_brazil Brazil celebrates its independence day on September 7. This week, we explain how former French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was influential to this process. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 04 Sep 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1278 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil celebrates its independence day on September 7. This week, we explain how former French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte was influential to this process.Read show notes. — 

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]]> WhatsApp-induced fires https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/whatsapp-induced_fires Ranchers in Northern Brazil used WhatsApp to coordinate massive—and simultaneous—Amazon fires. The worst part? The government knew beforehand. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 28 Aug 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1128 The Brazilian Report false full Ranchers in Northern Brazil used WhatsApp to coordinate massive—and simultaneous—Amazon fires. The worst part? The government knew beforehand.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's role on the global stage https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_role_on_the_global_stage Brazil has hit the headlines worldwide thanks to Jair Bolsonaro's inflammatory statements and lack of environmental policy, but there are deeper origins to Brazil's image problem abroad. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 21 Aug 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1622 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil has hit the headlines worldwide thanks to Jair Bolsonaro's inflammatory statements and lack of environmental policy, but there are deeper origins to Brazil's image problem abroad.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Is Brazil capable of protecting the Amazon on its own? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/is_brazil_capable_of_protecting_the_amazon_on_its_own A Harvard professor believes that international powers could start pressuring (and even threatening) Brazil due to its environmental shortfalls. Guest: Stephen M. Walt, professor of international affairs at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School o... Wed, 14 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000 1327 The Brazilian Report false full A Harvard professor believes that international powers could start pressuring (and even threatening) Brazil due to its environmental shortfalls. Guest: Stephen M. Walt, professor of international affairs at Harvard University's John F. Kennedy School of Government.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Can Brazil approve a tax reform? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/can_brazil_approve_a_tax_reform After six months of constant power struggles with the government, what can we expect from Congress in the second half of 2019? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 07 Aug 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1325 The Brazilian Report false full After six months of constant power struggles with the government, what can we expect from Congress in the second half of 2019?Read show notes. — 

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]]> How Brazil's prisons became war zones https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_brazil_s_prisons_became_war_zones Since the turn of the year of 2016 to 2017, over 200 inmates were killed within government-run prisons. In other countries, this would spark outrage, protests, and public disgust. Not in Brazil, a country where more and more people believe that the onl... Wed, 31 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1295 The Brazilian Report false full Since the turn of the year of 2016 to 2017, over 200 inmates were killed within government-run prisons. In other countries, this would spark outrage, protests, and public disgust. Not in Brazil, a country where more and more people believe that the only good criminals are dead criminals.Read show notes. — 

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]]> In Brazil, new terms and conditions will apply https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/in_brazil_new_terms_and_conditions_will_apply Brazils new data protection law will only come into force next year, but businesses should already start adapting to the new rules. The burden is expected to fall harder on small companies... and penalties can be quite hefty. Read show notes. — Send us... Wed, 24 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1050 The Brazilian Report false full Brazils new data protection law will only come into force next year, but businesses should already start adapting to the new rules. The burden is expected to fall harder on small companies... and penalties can be quite hefty.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Why Argentina's presidential election matters to Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_argentina_s_presidential_election_matters_to_brazil On October 27, Argentinians are heading to the polls to choose who will lead their nation for the next four years. And, based on what we have seen so far, the race to the Casa Rosada will be extremely hard-fought and polarized. Read show notes. — Send ... Wed, 17 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000 1217 The Brazilian Report false full On October 27, Argentinians are heading to the polls to choose who will lead their nation for the next four years. And, based on what we have seen so far, the race to the Casa Rosada will be extremely hard-fought and polarized. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Discovering Rio's Little Africa https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/discovering_rio_s_little_africa Political scientist Maurício Santoro takes The Brazilian Report to discover Little Africa, the center of black resistance in Rio authorities tried to bury. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Jul 2019 12:00:00 +0000 1560 The Brazilian Report false full Political scientist Maurício Santoro takes The Brazilian Report to discover Little Africa, the center of black resistance in Rio authorities tried to bury.Read show notes. — 

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]]> The Mercosur-EU trade deal, explained https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_mercosur-eu_trade_deal_explained Economist Monica de Bolle (Johns Hopkins University) talks to The Brazilian Report, breaking down the blockbuster deal between Europe and South America's biggest economies. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 03 Jul 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1462 The Brazilian Report false full Economist Monica de Bolle (Johns Hopkins University) talks to The Brazilian Report, breaking down the blockbuster deal between Europe and South America's biggest economies.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Being LGBT in Bolsonaro's Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/being_lgbt_in_bolsonaro_s_brazil Brazil has elected an open and proud homophobe as president. As São Paulo hosted its first Pride Parade under his government, we take a look at what it means to be gay in Bolsonaro's Brazil. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 26 Jun 2019 16:00:00 +0000 1061 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil has elected an open and proud homophobe as president. As São Paulo hosted its first Pride Parade under his government, we take a look at what it means to be gay in Bolsonaro's Brazil.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Faith is a profitable business in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/faith_is_a_profitable_business_in_brazil A look into the billion-dollar gospel market. With sociologist Paul Freston and journalist Amin Guedara. Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 19 Jun 2019 11:00:00 +0000 1484 The Brazilian Report false full A look into the billion-dollar gospel market. With sociologist Paul Freston and journalist Amin Guedara.Read show notes. — 

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]]> You can't spell Car Wash without leaks https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/you_can_t_spell_car_wash_without_leaks Operation Car Wash's weapon of choice has been used against its members. Thousands of messages exchanged between prosecutors and Sergio Moro—who is now Jair Bolsonaro's Minister of Justice—cast doubt on the legality of several convictions. Read show no... Wed, 12 Jun 2019 10:00:00 +0000 1596 The Brazilian Report false full Operation Car Wash's weapon of choice has been used against its members. Thousands of messages exchanged between prosecutors and Sergio Moro—who is now Jair Bolsonaro's Minister of Justice—cast doubt on the legality of several convictions.Read show notes. — 

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]]> Earth v. Bolsonaro https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/earth_v_bolsonaro After five months of squabbles with Congress, President Jair Bolsonaro wanted to show his political strength. A massive crowd would corner lawmakers into bending to his will. A flop, however, could spell the ruin of his administration. Before Mr. Bolso... Wed, 05 Jun 2019 11:00:00 +0000 1365 The Brazilian Report false full After five months of squabbles with Congress, President Jair Bolsonaro wanted to show his political strength. A massive crowd would corner lawmakers into bending to his will. A flop, however, could spell the ruin of his administration.

Before Mr. Bolsonaro, Brazil wasn't exactly a perfect example of how to protect the rainforest. Now, it is on its way to becoming one of the world's biggest cautionary tales.

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]]> How to make a bad political climate worse https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_to_make_a_bad_political_climate_worse Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's recent call to arms is a strategic bet on polarization. The pro-Bolsonaro protests gave him breathing room—but for how long? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 29 May 2019 12:00:00 +0000 1496 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's recent call to arms is a strategic bet on polarization. The pro-Bolsonaro protests gave him breathing room—but for how long? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's census controversy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_census_controversy The Brazilian government has suggested reducing the number of questions in the 2020 Census as a way of cutting public spending. Will this compromise the results? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 22 May 2019 11:00:00 +0000 1180 The Brazilian Report false full The Brazilian government has suggested reducing the number of questions in the 2020 Census as a way of cutting public spending. Will this compromise the results? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Is privatization the answer for Brazil's economy? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/is_privatization_the_answer_for_brazil_s_economy Brazil has 138 federally-owned companies—and the government wants to privatize every single one of them. But only 17% of Brazilians support the idea. Guests: Sandro Cabral, head of the Master's Degree in Public Policies at São Paulo's Insper Business S... Wed, 15 May 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1184 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil has 138 federally-owned companies—and the government wants to privatize every single one of them. But only 17% of Brazilians support the idea. Guests: Sandro Cabral, head of the Master's Degree in Public Policies at São Paulo's Insper Business School; and former Finance Minister Henrique Meirelles.  Read show notes. — 

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]]> The business of Brazilian football https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_business_of_brazilian_football Deemed the country's "national sport," Brazilian football remains amateur on the business side of it—which interferes with on-the-pitch action. Guest: Fernando Monteiro, managing director and partner in L.E.K. Consulting’s São Paulo office. He produced... Wed, 08 May 2019 13:00:00 +0000 1293 The Brazilian Report false full Deemed the country's "national sport," Brazilian football remains amateur on the business side of it—which interferes with on-the-pitch action. Guest: Fernando Monteiro, managing director and partner in L.E.K. Consulting’s São Paulo office. He produced a study on Brazilian club's financial woes. Read show notes. — 

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]]> A look into Brazil's super-complex tax system https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_look_into_brazil_s_super-complex_tax_system It is no wonder Brazilians call their tax authority the "Lion," due to its ferocious pursuit of tax dodgers. Guests: Fundação Getulio Vargas professors Linneu de Albuquerque Mello and Antonio Carlos Porto Gonçalves. Read show notes. — Send us your feed... Thu, 02 May 2019 12:00:00 +0000 1146 The Brazilian Report false full It is no wonder Brazilians call their tax authority the "Lion," due to its ferocious pursuit of tax dodgers. Guests: Fundação Getulio Vargas professors Linneu de Albuquerque Mello and Antonio Carlos Porto Gonçalves. Read show notes. — 

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]]> How should Brazil deal with China? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_should_brazil_deal_with_china Jair Bolsonaro has been ambivalent towards China, the Asian juggernaut that is—by far—Brazil's top trading partner. But that could change soon. Guests: Charles Tang (head of the Brazil-China Chamber of Commerce and Industry), and Mauricio Santoro (Head... Wed, 24 Apr 2019 11:34:04 +0000 1316 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro has been ambivalent towards China, the Asian juggernaut that is—by far—Brazil's top trading partner. But that could change soon. Guests: Charles Tang (head of the Brazil-China Chamber of Commerce and Industry), and Mauricio Santoro (Head of the Department of International Relations at the State University of Rio de Janeiro). Read show notes. — 

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]]> Why is the Brazil spying on Catholic priests? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/why_is_the_brazil_spying_on_catholic_priests The Church's efforts to protect the Amazon and indigenous people led Brazil's intelligence agency to spy on Catholic priests. Guests: journalists Rubens Valente, Mauricio Savarese, Paula Schmitt (and voice-over of Alex Hochuli). Read show notes. — Send... Wed, 17 Apr 2019 08:47:08 +0000 1074 The Brazilian Report false full The Church's efforts to protect the Amazon and indigenous people led Brazil's intelligence agency to spy on Catholic priests. Guests: journalists Rubens Valente, Mauricio Savarese, Paula Schmitt (and voice-over of Alex Hochuli). Read show notes. — 

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]]> After 1 year in jail, what will become of Lula https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/after_1_year_in_jail_what_will_become_of_lula After a year in jail, how does Lula still fit into the Brazilian political landscape? What does the future hold for him, or his Workers' Party—and for the Brazilian left? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Apr 2019 11:15:48 +0000 1215 The Brazilian Report false full After a year in jail, how does Lula still fit into the Brazilian political landscape? What does the future hold for him, or his Workers' Party—and for the Brazilian left? Read show notes. — 

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]]> How Brazil deals with its past of torture and repression https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_brazil_deals_with_its_past_of_torture_and_repression For decades, political elites and the military have tried to sweep Brazil's recent authoritarian past under the rug. It was a time in which kidnappings, torture, and rape became state policy. Now, Brazil's ultra-right wing is trying to rewrite history.... Wed, 03 Apr 2019 03:13:40 +0000 1238 The Brazilian Report false full For decades, political elites and the military have tried to sweep Brazil's recent authoritarian past under the rug. It was a time in which kidnappings, torture, and rape became state policy. Now, Brazil's ultra-right wing is trying to rewrite history. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The new face of Brazil's Operation Car Wash https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_new_face_of_brazil_s_operation_car_wash After five years, Operation Car Wash's gravitational center has shifted from Curitiba to Rio, where investigators have opened up a sordid bottomless pit of corruption in that state. How will the anti-corruption probe look like moving forward? Read show... Wed, 27 Mar 2019 12:58:35 +0000 1212 The Brazilian Report false full After five years, Operation Car Wash's gravitational center has shifted from Curitiba to Rio, where investigators have opened up a sordid bottomless pit of corruption in that state. How will the anti-corruption probe look like moving forward? Read show notes. — 

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]]> When Jair met Donald https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/when_jair_met_donald For the first time, we were able to witness the bromance between Jair Bolsonaro and Donald Trump on full display. Has the Brazilian president come out strong from his visit to Washington? Read show notes. — Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 20 Mar 2019 12:54:17 +0000 1380 The Brazilian Report false full For the first time, we were able to witness the bromance between Jair Bolsonaro and Donald Trump on full display. Has the Brazilian president come out strong from his visit to Washington? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Marielle Franco, one year of impunity https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/marielle_franco_one_year_of_impunity Rio de Janeiro city councilwoman Marielle Franco was assassinated in March 2018. Investigations stalled and were filled with missteps by the police. One year later, though, a breakthrough appears to have happened. Read show notes. — Send us your feedba... Wed, 13 Mar 2019 11:18:38 +0000 1157 The Brazilian Report false full Rio de Janeiro city councilwoman Marielle Franco was assassinated in March 2018. Investigations stalled and were filled with missteps by the police. One year later, though, a breakthrough appears to have happened. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The business of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_business_of_carnival_in_rio_de_janeiro Carnival is such a focal point of the Brazilian calendar that often locals say nothing gets done in the new year until Ash Wednesday. But, in actual fact, a huge amount of work goes into producing Carnival, and that's what we are going to take a look a... Wed, 06 Mar 2019 03:30:45 +0000 823 The Brazilian Report false full Carnival is such a focal point of the Brazilian calendar that often locals say nothing gets done in the new year until Ash Wednesday. But, in actual fact, a huge amount of work goes into producing Carnival, and that's what we are going to take a look at this week.Read show notes. — https://brazilian.report/podcast/2019/03/06/50-business-carnival-rio/

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]]> How to reform Brazil's pension system https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_to_reform_brazil_s_pension_system The Jair Bolsonaro administration has submitted a reform proposal of its own. And it is the most ambitious we've seen — or the harshest, depending on how you see it. Will his administration be able to succeed where so many others failed? Read show note... Wed, 27 Feb 2019 03:58:29 +0000 1220 The Brazilian Report false full The Jair Bolsonaro administration has submitted a reform proposal of its own. And it is the most ambitious we've seen — or the harshest, depending on how you see it. Will his administration be able to succeed where so many others failed? Read show notes. — 

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]]> Bolsonaro: Crisis Mode ON https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/bolsonaro_crisis_mode_on In politics, we usually say a new head of state enjoys a sort of grace period of 100 days. Popular support is still fresh from the campaign, the opposition still doesn't have much ammo against the new administration, and there hasn't been enough time f... Wed, 20 Feb 2019 02:44:02 +0000 1153 The Brazilian Report false full In politics, we usually say a new head of state enjoys a sort of grace period of 100 days. Popular support is still fresh from the campaign, the opposition still doesn't have much ammo against the new administration, and there hasn't been enough time for internal disputes to create unsolvable problems for the government. But, boy, the start of the Jair Bolsonaro administration has been anything but smooth. Read show notes. — 

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]]> Brazil's war on drugs failed. What next? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_war_on_drugs_failed_what_next In 2018, law enforcement agents in Rio de Janeiro admitted to killing over 1,400 people — mostly in drug-related incidents. That's more than the number for the entire USA. That cannot be considered a success by any standard. Read show notes. — Send us ... Wed, 13 Feb 2019 12:43:10 +0000 913 The Brazilian Report false full In 2018, law enforcement agents in Rio de Janeiro admitted to killing over 1,400 people — mostly in drug-related incidents. That's more than the number for the entire USA. That cannot be considered a success by any standard. Read show notes. — 

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]]> The rise of urban militias in Rio de Janeiro https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_rise_of_urban_militias_in_rio_de_janeiro On February 4, Justice Minister Sergio Moro presented his first bill after taking office. His anticrime plan, as the set of proposals was called, includes several measures against organized crime. And, for the first time, it singles out urban militias ... Wed, 06 Feb 2019 07:42:55 +0000 826 The Brazilian Report false full On February 4, Justice Minister Sergio Moro presented his first bill after taking office. His anticrime plan, as the set of proposals was called, includes several measures against organized crime. And, for the first time, it singles out urban militias as one of the targets of the state. It may seem ludicrous, but urban armed militias were once well-regarded in Rio de Janeiro. Many politicians defended these militias. And yes, including President Jair Bolsonaro. Read show notes. — 

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]]> How to recover from the Brumadinho dam collapse https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_to_recover_from_the_brumadinho_dam_collapse On January 25, an iron tailings dam near the town of Brumadinho, in the Southeastern state of Minas Gerais, spilled the equivalent of at least 12 hundred Olympic-sized pools of mud onto the surrounding region. - How did this happen? - Who is to blame? ... Wed, 30 Jan 2019 00:55:19 +0000 1399 The Brazilian Report false full On January 25, an iron tailings dam near the town of Brumadinho, in the Southeastern state of Minas Gerais, spilled the equivalent of at least 12 hundred Olympic-sized pools of mud onto the surrounding region. - How did this happen? - Who is to blame? - What will be the lasting environmental consequences? - And, most importantly, how can we prevent this from happening again? Read show notes. — 

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]]> How São Paulo killed its rivers https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_sao_paulo_killed_its_rivers If you live in or have even been to São Paulo, it is likely that you’ve walked over a waterway without even noticing it. There are between 300 and 500 of them in Brazil’s biggest city, running through pipes extending from 1,500km to 4,000km. And the fa... Wed, 23 Jan 2019 12:10:25 +0000 852 The Brazilian Report false full If you live in or have even been to São Paulo, it is likely that you’ve walked over a waterway without even noticing it. There are between 300 and 500 of them in Brazil’s biggest city, running through pipes extending from 1,500km to 4,000km. And the fate of the city’s main rivers doesn’t have a happy ending. They’ve become ugly and polluted – not at all fit for a São Paulo postcard. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's infrastructure woes https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_infrastructure_woes Imagine you are a Brazilian soybean producer located in the state of Mato Grosso, deep in midwestern Brazil, neighboring Bolivia. And you have clients waiting for your products in China. So, how do you get your soybeans to your Chinese customers? What ... Wed, 16 Jan 2019 13:53:02 +0000 1009 The Brazilian Report false full Imagine you are a Brazilian soybean producer located in the state of Mato Grosso, deep in midwestern Brazil, neighboring Bolivia. And you have clients waiting for your products in China. So, how do you get your soybeans to your Chinese customers? What would you say if I told you that the drive between your silos and Santos will be more expensive than the ship taking your grains all the way to the other end of the world to China? It sounds ridiculous, but it is true. Read show notes. 

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]]> Was Michel Temer that bad of a president? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/was_michel_temer_that_bad_of_a_president When he left office, Michel Temer's administration was evaluated as good or great by only 7 percent of Brazilians. 62 percent thought his government was either bad or terrible. While these are far from positive figures, they actually represent an impro... Wed, 09 Jan 2019 13:20:18 +0000 770 The Brazilian Report false full When he left office, Michel Temer's administration was evaluated as good or great by only 7 percent of Brazilians. 62 percent thought his government was either bad or terrible. While these are far from positive figures, they actually represent an improvement. At one point, only 3 percent approved Temer, while 73 percent didn't care for him. Was he as bad as most Brazilians seem to think? And what is the legacy he leaves behind? That's what try to answer this week. Read show notes. 

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]]> What was Jair Bolsonaro's inauguration like? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_was_jair_bolsonaro_s_inauguration_like Reporter Raphael Ferreira was at the Ministries Esplanade and covered Jair Bolsonaro's inauguration up close for The Brazilian Report. Find out what it was like at the ceremony. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 02 Jan 2019 12:30:19 +0000 821 The Brazilian Report false full Reporter Raphael Ferreira was at the Ministries Esplanade and covered Jair Bolsonaro's inauguration up close for The Brazilian Report. Find out what it was like at the ceremony. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's crackdown on sugar https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_crackdown_on_sugar At the end of November, Brazil's Ministry of Health signed an agreement with leaders of the food and drink industry to reduce the amount of sugar in their products by 144 thousand tonnes by 2022. But is it enough? Read show notes. Send us your feedback... Wed, 12 Dec 2018 10:06:23 +0000 1321 The Brazilian Report false full At the end of November, Brazil's Ministry of Health signed an agreement with leaders of the food and drink industry to reduce the amount of sugar in their products by 144 thousand tonnes by 2022. But is it enough? Read show notes. 

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]]> Were you scammed during Brazil's Black Friday? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/were_you_scammed_during_brazil_s_black_friday To discuss the successes and shortcomings of the Brazilian version of the consumerism fest that is Black Friday, we spoke to Nilton Kleina, editor at Tecmundo, one of Brazil's main tech news websites. This week's podcast is supported by Voom, an Airbus... Wed, 28 Nov 2018 14:14:55 +0000 998 The Brazilian Report false full To discuss the successes and shortcomings of the Brazilian version of the consumerism fest that is Black Friday, we spoke to Nilton Kleina, editor at Tecmundo, one of Brazil's main tech news websites. This week's podcast is supported by Voom, an Airbus company. Voom is an on-demand helicopter booking platform that allows its passengers to fly between nine different helipads in the city of São Paulo from Monday to Saturday for less than BRL 500. Read show notes. 

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]]> Racism in football https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/racism_in_football One arena where racism is still apparent today is football, Brazil's national sport and so often a reflection of society as a whole. Despite the majority of players being non-white, they are often treated in stereotypes. While the white players of Euro... Tue, 20 Nov 2018 12:12:25 +0000 1071 The Brazilian Report false full One arena where racism is still apparent today is football, Brazil's national sport and so often a reflection of society as a whole. Despite the majority of players being non-white, they are often treated in stereotypes. While the white players of European origin are strong-willed leaders, black players are seen as tricky, inventive, but ultimately unintelligent and untrustworthy. Read show notes. 

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]]> Coups and revolutions throughout Brazilian history https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/coups_and_revolutions_throughout_brazilian_history Political turmoil seems to be the rule rather the exception in Brazil. In 2010 Lula became the only democratically elected president who was handed power by another democratically elected president, and who then passed the torch to a third consecutive ... Wed, 14 Nov 2018 09:52:21 +0000 975 The Brazilian Report false full Political turmoil seems to be the rule rather the exception in Brazil. In 2010 Lula became the only democratically elected president who was handed power by another democratically elected president, and who then passed the torch to a third consecutive democratically elected president - without any coups, deaths, impeachments, or resignations getting in the way. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's challenges for the environment https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_challenges_for_the_environment To discuss the environmental challenges facing Brazil's soon-to-be president, we spoke with Gustavo Faleiros, coordinator of the organization Info Amazônia, a network of organizations and journalists which deliver updates from the nine countries of the... Wed, 07 Nov 2018 11:36:02 +0000 1166 The Brazilian Report false full To discuss the environmental challenges facing Brazil's soon-to-be president, we spoke with Gustavo Faleiros, coordinator of the organization Info Amazônia, a network of organizations and journalists which deliver updates from the nine countries of the Amazon rainforest. Read show notes. 

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]]> The first challenges ahead of Bolsonaro https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_first_challenges_ahead_of_bolsonaro President-elect Jair Bolsonaro's future administration has started to take shape. What will be the main issues that the president-elect will have to tackle? Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 31 Oct 2018 11:02:46 +0000 1427 The Brazilian Report false full President-elect Jair Bolsonaro's future administration has started to take shape. What will be the main issues that the president-elect will have to tackle? Read show notes. 

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]]> Special: Brazil elects Jair Bolsonaro (live podcast) https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_brazil_elects_jair_bolsonaro_live_podcast Jair Bolsonaro will, on January 1st, become Brazil's 38th president. What does his victory mean? And how will his presidency be like? That's what Gustavo Ribeiro, Euan Marshall, and Alana Rizzo (Albright Stonebridge Group) debate. Read show notes. Send... Tue, 30 Oct 2018 01:31:35 +0000 3965 The Brazilian Report false full Jair Bolsonaro will, on January 1st, become Brazil's 38th president. What does his victory mean? And how will his presidency be like? That's what Gustavo Ribeiro, Euan Marshall, and Alana Rizzo (Albright Stonebridge Group) debate. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's critical transition https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_critical_transition the conservative wave that swept across the country marks a major rupture. Or, instead, a critical transition - a concept developed by professors Carlos Pereira, of Fundação Getulio Vargas, Bernardo Mueller, of the University of Brasília, Marcus Mello,... Wed, 24 Oct 2018 10:51:21 +0000 1429 The Brazilian Report false full the conservative wave that swept across the country marks a major rupture. Or, instead, a critical transition - a concept developed by professors Carlos Pereira, of Fundação Getulio Vargas, Bernardo Mueller, of the University of Brasília, Marcus Mello, of the University of Pernambuco, and Lee Alston, of Indiana University in their book Brazil in Transition: Beliefs, Leadership, and Institutional Change.  Read show notes. 

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]]> Solving Brazil's violence crisis https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/solving_brazil_s_violence_crisis It is common to point out the problems with Brazil's failed public security system. We've talked to an institution that is proposing possible solutions for the violence crisis. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 17 Oct 2018 11:19:10 +0000 1552 The Brazilian Report false full It is common to point out the problems with Brazil's failed public security system. We've talked to an institution that is proposing possible solutions for the violence crisis. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's political system in shatters https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_political_system_in_shatters We analyze the reasons for the conservative tsunami that swept Brazil's 2018 election. Three main factors come into play. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 10 Oct 2018 10:59:48 +0000 1525 The Brazilian Report false full We analyze the reasons for the conservative tsunami that swept Brazil's 2018 election. Three main factors come into play. Read show notes. 

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]]> Special: Brazilian Constitution #4 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_brazilian_constitution_4 In the last episode of our special podcast about Brazil's Constitution, we will talk about how the Constitution has endured the test of time. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 05 Oct 2018 14:28:09 +0000 557 The Brazilian Report false full In the last episode of our special podcast about Brazil's Constitution, we will talk about how the Constitution has endured the test of time. Read show notes. 

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]]> Special: Brazilian Constitution #3 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_brazilian_constitution_3 In the third episode of our special podcast about Brazil's Constitution, we will talk about its biggest lasting legacies: human rights for all - and a unified healthcare system. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 05 Oct 2018 14:28:04 +0000 460 The Brazilian Report false full In the third episode of our special podcast about Brazil's Constitution, we will talk about its biggest lasting legacies: human rights for all - and a unified healthcare system. Read show notes. 

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]]> Special: Brazilian Constitution #2 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_brazilian_constitution_2 In the second episode of our special podcast about Brazil's Constitution, we will talk about the institutional framework created in 1988. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Fri, 05 Oct 2018 14:27:55 +0000 624 The Brazilian Report false full In the second episode of our special podcast about Brazil's Constitution, we will talk about the institutional framework created in 1988. Read show notes. 

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]]> Special: Brazilian Constitution #1 https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/special_brazilian_constitution_1 Brazil's Constitution is 30 years old today. We have prepared a podcast mini-series to discuss how this document came to be, its impact on the Brazilian people, and its legacy to our present - and future. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support ... Fri, 05 Oct 2018 14:27:46 +0000 791 The Brazilian Report false full Brazil's Constitution is 30 years old today. We have prepared a podcast mini-series to discuss how this document came to be, its impact on the Brazilian people, and its legacy to our present - and future. Read show notes. 

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]]> The final stretch of Brazil's presidential election https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_final_stretch_of_brazil_s_presidential_election The race heads to the final days before Brazilians cast their ballots. What are the moves each candidate must make to raise their stock? Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 03 Oct 2018 11:36:23 +0000 1418 The Brazilian Report false full The race heads to the final days before Brazilians cast their ballots. What are the moves each candidate must make to raise their stock? Read show notes. 

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]]> The downfall of Brazil's center-right https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_downfall_of_brazil_s_center-right In the 1990s, the center-right seemed to be Brazil's dominating political force - embodied by the Social Democracy Party (PSDB). Now, many of the party's leaders are either tarnished by corruption or have fallen into irrelevance. Read show notes. Send ... Wed, 26 Sep 2018 09:09:52 +0000 1024 The Brazilian Report false full In the 1990s, the center-right seemed to be Brazil's dominating political force - embodied by the Social Democracy Party (PSDB). Now, many of the party's leaders are either tarnished by corruption or have fallen into irrelevance. Read show notes. 

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]]> The state of Brazilian democracy https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_state_of_brazilian_democracy As Brazilians head to the polls in two and a half weeks, we've got to ask: What's the state of Brazilian democracy? Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 19 Sep 2018 08:33:17 +0000 1418 The Brazilian Report false full As Brazilians head to the polls in two and a half weeks, we've got to ask: What's the state of Brazilian democracy? Read show notes. 

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]]> A whole new presidential campaign starts now https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/a_whole_new_presidential_campaign_starts_now After Jair Bolsonaro's stabbing and the substitution of Lula as the Workers' Party official candidate, Brazil's presidential race has turned another corner. We explain what should happen next. - Part 1: The attack on Jair Bolsonaro - Part 2: Fernando H... Wed, 12 Sep 2018 11:15:47 +0000 1195 The Brazilian Report false full After Jair Bolsonaro's stabbing and the substitution of Lula as the Workers' Party official candidate, Brazil's presidential race has turned another corner. We explain what should happen next. - Part 1: The attack on Jair Bolsonaro - Part 2: Fernando Haddad, the new Lula? Read show notes. 

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]]> The destruction of Rio's National Museum https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_destruction_of_rio_s_national_museum On Sunday (September 3), the National Museum’s decay took a dramatic turn, with the building becoming consumed – and almost entirely destroyed – by flames. We have talked to the museum's deputy director, Luiz Fernando Dias Duarte, who joined us from Ri... Wed, 05 Sep 2018 10:26:02 +0000 1101 The Brazilian Report false full On Sunday (September 3), the National Museum’s decay took a dramatic turn, with the building becoming consumed – and almost entirely destroyed – by flames. We have talked to the museum's deputy director, Luiz Fernando Dias Duarte, who joined us from Rio de Janeiro. Read show notes. 

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]]> The role of social media in Brazilian politics https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_role_of_social_media_in_brazilian_politics While 70 percent of the population has access to the Internet, 63 percent still get their news from television, will social media remain this much of a factor as we approach election day? The Brazilian Report talks to Fernando Vega, the Latin American ... Wed, 29 Aug 2018 10:32:43 +0000 1201 The Brazilian Report false full While 70 percent of the population has access to the Internet, 63 percent still get their news from television, will social media remain this much of a factor as we approach election day? The Brazilian Report talks to Fernando Vega, the Latin American Social Solutions Manager at comScore, a company specialized in gathering and analyzing data about audiences on several media platforms, especially the internet. Read show notes. 

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]]> What has happened to the Brazilian left? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/what_has_happened_to_the_brazilian_left Now, eight years after the end of his second term, Lula is in prison, serving a 12-year sentence for passive corruption and money laundering. His Workers' Party suffered major defeats in the 2016 municipal elections, losing in many key municipalities, ... Wed, 22 Aug 2018 11:27:25 +0000 1329 The Brazilian Report false full Now, eight years after the end of his second term, Lula is in prison, serving a 12-year sentence for passive corruption and money laundering. His Workers' Party suffered major defeats in the 2016 municipal elections, losing in many key municipalities, including their crown jewel - São Paulo. Barring the legal equivalent of a miracle, Lula will not be on the presidential ballot. So, where will the Brazilian left go in 2018 - and beyond? Read show notes. 

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]]> How do elections work in Brazil? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_do_elections_work_in_brazil Brazilians will elect a new president, 27 new governors, 513 congressmen, and over 1,000 state lawmakers. But how exactly do Brazilian elections work? Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 15 Aug 2018 13:12:12 +0000 1277 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilians will elect a new president, 27 new governors, 513 congressmen, and over 1,000 state lawmakers. But how exactly do Brazilian elections work?  Read show notes. 

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]]> Interview: Guilherme Boulos, presidential candidate for Psol https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/interview_guilherme_boulos_presidential_candidate_for_psol We have reached out to presidential campaigns and requested interviews with all candidates. Our first sit down was with Guilherme Boulos, of the Socialism and Liberty Party (Psol). As we were not in our regular studios on Rua Augusta, in São Paulo, aud... Wed, 15 Aug 2018 12:22:43 +0000 1722 The Brazilian Report false full We have reached out to presidential campaigns and requested interviews with all candidates. Our first sit down was with Guilherme Boulos, of the Socialism and Liberty Party (Psol). As we were not in our regular studios on Rua Augusta, in São Paulo, audio quality was not optimal at certain points and we apologize for any sound issues. Here are the main takes

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]]> Picking the right vice president in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/picking_the_right_vice_president_in_brazil In two months, Brazilians will choose a new president. This past weekend, though, it was our candidates' turn to choose their running mates. We explain why that matters. Of Brazil’s 37 presidents, eight of them took the job after being elected vice pre... Wed, 08 Aug 2018 11:12:05 +0000 1233 The Brazilian Report false full In two months, Brazilians will choose a new president. This past weekend, though, it was our candidates' turn to choose their running mates. We explain why that matters. Of Brazil’s 37 presidents, eight of them took the job after being elected vice president – for various reasons: death, resignation or impeachment. Read show notes. 

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]]> Abortion rights in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/abortion_rights_in_brazil As Brazil prepares to analyze the issue of abortion rights, we talk to the Center of Reproductive Rights about the possible impacts of legalizing abortions in Brazil. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 01 Aug 2018 12:12:07 +0000 979 The Brazilian Report false full As Brazil prepares to analyze the issue of abortion rights, we talk to the Center of Reproductive Rights about the possible impacts of legalizing abortions in Brazil.  Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil and the BRICS https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_and_the_brics This week, the leaders of the five countries meet in the 10th BRICS Summit, in Johannesburg. This summit is taking place at a pivotal time, with Brazil struggling to recover from its worst recession on record, Russia facing accusations of meddling in t... Wed, 25 Jul 2018 09:16:52 +0000 1411 The Brazilian Report false full This week, the leaders of the five countries meet in the 10th BRICS Summit, in Johannesburg. This summit is taking place at a pivotal time, with Brazil struggling to recover from its worst recession on record, Russia facing accusations of meddling in the American 2016 election, and China waging a trade war with the U.S. We're joined by Oliver Stuenkel, a professor at Fundação Getulio Vargas, Brazil's leading think tank, and author of The BRICS and the Future of Global Order. Read show notes. 

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]]> Diseases that could make a return in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/diseases_that_could_make_a_return_in_brazil Two years after the World Health Organization declared the Americas free of measles, the disease could be about to make a comeback. To discuss the issue, Explaining Brazil hosts Dr. Rosana Richtmann, an infectious disease specialist at the Emilio Ribas... Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:06:51 +0000 1096 The Brazilian Report false full Two years after the World Health Organization declared the Americas free of measles, the disease could be about to make a comeback. To discuss the issue, Explaining Brazil hosts Dr. Rosana Richtmann, an infectious disease specialist at the Emilio Ribas Institute, in São Paulo. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's judicial system is a mess right now https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_judicial_system_is_a_mess_right_now Sunday was a day that killed any argument that Brazil's institutions are working properly. Appellate judge Rogério Favreto tried to release former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from prison at all costs, while the judges who convicted Lula worked ... Tue, 10 Jul 2018 11:59:17 +0000 1148 The Brazilian Report false full Sunday was a day that killed any argument that Brazil's institutions are working properly. Appellate judge Rogério Favreto tried to release former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from prison at all costs, while the judges who convicted Lula worked tooth and nail to keep him behind bars, despite being on vacation. Read show notes. 

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]]> LGBTQ inclusion in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/lgbtq_inclusion_in_brazil We shed light on initiatives that fight for the social inclusion of gays, lesbians, and trans individuals. Explaining Brazil hosts Paolo Capistrano, an English teacher who founded English to Trans-form, which helps trans people to improve their skills ... Wed, 04 Jul 2018 11:51:14 +0000 1079 The Brazilian Report false full We shed light on initiatives that fight for the social inclusion of gays, lesbians, and trans individuals. Explaining Brazil hosts Paolo Capistrano, an English teacher who founded English to Trans-form, which helps trans people to improve their skills for the workplace, trying to curb the segregation so often imposed by society.  Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's silent rise in opioid consumption https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_silent_rise_in_opioid_consumption Between 1999 and 2015, opioid consumption in Brazil has jumped by 465 percent, according to a study recently published by the American Journal of Public Health. Tthat should be cause for concern, say experts. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Supp... Wed, 27 Jun 2018 10:28:57 +0000 984 The Brazilian Report false full Between 1999 and 2015, opioid consumption in Brazil has jumped by 465 percent, according to a study recently published by the American Journal of Public Health. Tthat should be cause for concern, say experts. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's relationship with its national football team https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_relationship_with_its_national_football_team The 2018 FIFA World Cup kicked off on June 14. One week later, Brazil still doesn't seem to be in the mood for football. Unlike other editions of the event, you don't see many Brazilian flags waved out from windows, nor many people dressed up in yellow... Wed, 20 Jun 2018 12:12:00 +0000 1281 The Brazilian Report false full The 2018 FIFA World Cup kicked off on June 14. One week later, Brazil still doesn't seem to be in the mood for football. Unlike other editions of the event, you don't see many Brazilian flags waved out from windows, nor many people dressed up in yellow and green. Why is that? That's what we debate with Brazilian historian - and football fanatic - Matias Pinto. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's nuclear program https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_nuclear_program In 2012, Brazil established nuclear power as a priority. Since then, however, Brazil's economy took a nosedive, power company executives were convicted for corruption, and projects on nuclear energy have stalled. So, what's the state of Brazilian nucle... Wed, 13 Jun 2018 12:57:35 +0000 1162 The Brazilian Report false full In 2012, Brazil established nuclear power as a priority. Since then, however, Brazil's economy took a nosedive, power company executives were convicted for corruption, and projects on nuclear energy have stalled. So, what's the state of Brazilian nuclear as of now? That's what we will talk about this week with the president of Eletronuclear - Brazil's state-owned nuclear power company. Read show notes. 

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]]> Alternative energy sources in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/alternative_energy_sources_in_brazil During the Environmental Week, The Brazilian Report discusses Brazil's energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable sources. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 06 Jun 2018 12:21:53 +0000 1040 The Brazilian Report false full During the Environmental Week, The Brazilian Report discusses Brazil's energy transition from fossil fuels to renewable sources. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's truckers' strike https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_truckers_strike Over the past week, roads have been blocked and truckers, who are responsible for 60 percent of cargo transportation in Brazil, have not worked. Fuel and food supplies are lacking in most urban centers. São Paulo has declared a state of emergency. Over... Wed, 30 May 2018 10:51:58 +0000 1467 The Brazilian Report false full Over the past week, roads have been blocked and truckers, who are responsible for 60 percent of cargo transportation in Brazil, have not worked. Fuel and food supplies are lacking in most urban centers. São Paulo has declared a state of emergency. Over 270 flights were cancelled because there was simply no fuel left for airplanes. How did it get so bad, and what will happen now? Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil and Mercosur https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_and_mercosur Created in 1991, Mercosur is formed by Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Venezuela has been suspended, and Bolivia will soon join. What do these economies have in common? As it turns out, not much – and that is one of the reasons why the free t... Wed, 23 May 2018 14:19:10 +0000 1618 The Brazilian Report false full Created in 1991, Mercosur is formed by Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Venezuela has been suspended, and Bolivia will soon join. What do these economies have in common? As it turns out, not much – and that is one of the reasons why the free trade agreement remains highly dysfunctional. Read show notes. 

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]]> Racial inequality in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/racial_inequality_in_brazil In 2013, anthropologist Lilia Schwarcz published a book about race relations. She conducted a poll that revealed 97 percent of those surveyed said they were not racist – but 98 percent said they know someone who is racist. How can a country be racist ‘... Wed, 16 May 2018 17:44:08 +0000 1622 The Brazilian Report false full In 2013, anthropologist Lilia Schwarcz published a book about race relations. She conducted a poll that revealed 97 percent of those surveyed said they were not racist – but 98 percent said they know someone who is racist. How can a country be racist ‘without’ having racists? Read show notes. 

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]]> Innovation in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/innovation_in_brazil Brazilians might be creative, but can they innovate? Latin America’s top economy has not ranked well in the latest innovation rankings. However, there are initiatives in Brazil certainly worth noting. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the ... Wed, 09 May 2018 13:43:20 +0000 1800 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilians might be creative, but can they innovate? Latin America’s top economy has not ranked well in the latest innovation rankings. However, there are initiatives in Brazil certainly worth noting. Read show notes. 

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]]> The Venezuelan crisis https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/the_venezuelan_crisis Venezuela has been haunted by multiple interconnected crises. The country’s inflation is expected to close this year at 679.73 percent. Meanwhile, President Nicolás Maduro has only focused his efforts on keeping himself in power. What does the future h... Wed, 25 Apr 2018 11:29:21 +0000 1357 The Brazilian Report false full Venezuela has been haunted by multiple interconnected crises. The country’s inflation is expected to close this year at 679.73 percent. Meanwhile, President Nicolás Maduro has only focused his efforts on keeping himself in power. What does the future hold for Brazil's northern neighbor? We host Rosario Hernandez, a political analyst from Venezuela and a member of the website Young Diplomats, a partner institution of The Brazilian Report. Read show notes. 

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]]> Fake news in Brazil https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/fake_news_in_brazil Skewed facts are probably a well-established part of the agenda in any election campaign. But there’s no denying that social media has accelerated misinformation’s speed and extended its reach. Brazil has 122 million Facebook users, making it the socia... Wed, 18 Apr 2018 10:52:21 +0000 1250 The Brazilian Report false full Skewed facts are probably a well-established part of the agenda in any election campaign. But there’s no denying that social media has accelerated misinformation’s speed and extended its reach. Brazil has 122 million Facebook users, making it the social media giant’s third largest market. Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil’s Lula is in jail. What happens now? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_lula_is_in_jail_what_happens_now On Saturday, April 7th, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva began serving a 12-year-one-month prison sentence. In a span of 8 years, Lula went from the most popular leader in Brazilian history, a man who distributed revenue like no other president and was approv... Wed, 11 Apr 2018 02:56:28 +0000 2567 The Brazilian Report false full On Saturday, April 7th, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva began serving a 12-year-one-month prison sentence. In a span of 8 years, Lula went from the most popular leader in Brazilian history, a man who distributed revenue like no other president and was approved by 80% of Brazilians, to the first former president ever to be put behind bars. What does it mean for Brazil’s already tumultuous political landscape? Read show notes. 

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]]> Brazil's soft power https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/brazil_s_soft_power A lot has happened in Brazil since The Economist used an image of a rocket-powered Christ the Redeemer statue poised to shoot skywards. Brazil’s international reputation has suffered over the last few years, with both national and international coverag... Wed, 04 Apr 2018 03:48:04 +0000 1909 The Brazilian Report false full A lot has happened in Brazil since The Economist used an image of a rocket-powered Christ the Redeemer statue poised to shoot skywards. Brazil’s international reputation has suffered over the last few years, with both national and international coverage often zeroing in on corruption, crime and political instability. Read show notes. 

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]]> Meet Flávio Rocha, Brazil's newest presidential candidate https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/meet_flavio_rocha_brazil_s_newest_presidential_candidate This is the fifth episode of Explaining Brazil, a weekly podcast created by The Brazilian Report. This week, we’re talking about Flávio Rocha, Forbes’ 39th wealthiest man in Brazil and now the Brazilian Republican Party’s presidential candidate. With t... Wed, 28 Mar 2018 10:50:46 +0000 1482 The Brazilian Report false full This is the fifth episode of Explaining Brazil, a weekly podcast created by The Brazilian Report. This week, we’re talking about Flávio Rocha, Forbes’ 39th wealthiest man in Brazil and now the Brazilian Republican Party’s presidential candidate. With the backing of the Free Brazil Movement (MBL), he’s doing his best to put forward the image of Brazil’s ‘reasonable’ right-wing. But what does he stand for, and how far will he get?  Read show notes. 

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]]> How Marielle Franco's assassination will shake Brazilian politics https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/how_marielle_franco_s_assassination_will_shake_brazilian_politics This week, we’re discussing the murder of Marielle Franco, Rio de Janeiro’s extraordinary city councilwoman. Black, queer, and hailing from the Maré favela in the North Zone, Marielle had been a vocal human rights advocate and was one of the city’s mos... Wed, 21 Mar 2018 12:30:15 +0000 1191 The Brazilian Report false full This week, we’re discussing the murder of Marielle Franco, Rio de Janeiro’s extraordinary city councilwoman. Black, queer, and hailing from the Maré favela in the North Zone, Marielle had been a vocal human rights advocate and was one of the city’s most treasured politicians. Read show notes. 

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]]> Just how solid is Brazil’s economic recovery? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/just_how_solid_is_brazil_s_economic_recovery Despite the federal government’s expectations of a 3 percent GDP growth for 2018, the OECD says that isolationist policies and trade barriers – plus market demands for a pension reform that seems increasingly unlikely – may continue to obstruct Brazil’... Thu, 08 Mar 2018 21:19:18 +0000 1385 The Brazilian Report false full Despite the federal government’s expectations of a 3 percent GDP growth for 2018, the OECD says that isolationist policies and trade barriers – plus market demands for a pension reform that seems increasingly unlikely – may continue to obstruct Brazil’s economic growth. Read show notes. 

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]]> Can Brazil's Michel Temer win reelection? https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/can_brazil_s_michel_temer_win_reelection By declaring a federal intervention in Rio de Janeiro, President Michel Temer hopes to improve his electoral chances. But polling at 1%, his reelection dream might be just that... a dream. Read show notes. Send us your feedback Support the show Wed, 28 Feb 2018 01:06:57 +0000 1250 The Brazilian Report false full By declaring a federal intervention in Rio de Janeiro, President Michel Temer hopes to improve his electoral chances. But polling at 1%, his reelection dream might be just that... a dream. Read show notes. 

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]]> Rio security intervention https://newsletters.brazilian.report/podcast/s/explainingbrazil/rio_security_intervention Brazilian President Michel Temer announced on February 16 that national Armed Forces would intervene in Rio de Janeiro's security system. The intervention plan has several political implications - and multiple question marks hang over the motives behin... Tue, 20 Feb 2018 22:43:57 +0000 1583 The Brazilian Report false full Brazilian President Michel Temer announced on February 16 that national Armed Forces would intervene in Rio de Janeiro's security system. The intervention plan has several political implications - and multiple question marks hang over the motives behind the measure. Journalists Gustavo Ribeiro, Diego Iraheta, and Ciara Long comment on what happens to Rio and Brazil moving forward. Read show notes

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