Ricardo Zúniga
Career U.S. Foreign Service officer and founding partner of Dinámica Americas who advises on Western Hemisphere policy and appears as the episode's featured guest to discuss cartel violence and Cuba.
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Feb 25, 2026 • 1h 41min
Countdown to War With Iran?
Ricardo Zúniga, career U.S. diplomat and founder of Dinámica Americas, explains recent cartel violence and Mexico’s response. He discusses the fallout from El Mencho’s killing and what actually reduces cartel power. He also outlines how U.S. pressure and embargoes harm ordinary Cubans, highlighting humanitarian consequences.
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Dec 11, 2025 • 31min
What the Trump Doctrine Means for Latin America
In this discussion, Ricardo Zúniga, a former principal advisor for the Americas to President Obama and now a strategic advisor, dives into the implications of Trump's National Security Strategy. He outlines the doctrine's focus on migration, crime, and a more assertive U.S. presence in Latin America, contrasting it with previous policies. Zúniga highlights the revival of the Monroe Doctrine and the push to counter China’s influence, sparking debates on U.S. intervention in regional elections and the shifting dynamics of trade, particularly through nearshoring.
