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Explaining Brazil The Brazilian Report
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The Brazilian Report is an independent media outlet uniquely positioned to offer an insider’s view on current affairs in Brazil.
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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.
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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
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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.
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Why São 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
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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.
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Customer Reviews
My go-to source on Brazil
Great podcast covering the latest political and economic happenings in Brazil.
Good guests, good questions, straightforward and easy to follow.
Excellent
One of the best podcasts on Brazilian politics. Super easy to follow.
Every episode is worth a listen!
I’m a Brasilian-American and appreciate this podcast for keeping me up to date on Brasil’s news. I listen to every new episode! I got excited when I heard Gustavo on the “Today Explained” podcast this morning, covering Brasil’s “January 6th”. Thanks for everything that you do!