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The US government's arrangement with Mexican criminal organizations
2:38
The CIA's deal with Mexican criminal organizations in the 80s
5:18
The CIA's arrangement with Mexican criminal organizations in the 80s
7:59
Kiki Kamara's Kidnapping and the Role of Felix Garena
11:06
The Evolution of Mexican Cartels and Their Revenue Streams
13:44
Cartels' Public Announcements and Propaganda
21:41
Mexican Cartels' Dynamic Cooperation with Government and Corruption
24:27
Mexican Cartels' Exploitation of Local Economies and Resources
27:03
Mexican Cartels' Exploitation of Local Economies and Resources: Jellyfish Trade
29:35
The Jellyfish Trade in China and Other Asian Countries
32:12
Keto Brains and Brain Function Supplements
34:48
Mexican Cartels' Exploitation of Local Economies and Resources: Self-Defense Groups and Extortion
37:56
Mexican Cartels' Exploitation of Local Economies and Resources: Self-Defense Groups and Extortion - Community Resistance and Government Response
40:32
El Chapo's Relationship with Damaso Lopez and the Rise of Los Chapitos
43:42
Damaso Lopez's Response to Los Chapitos' Actions and the Escalation of Violence
46:21
How the Interview Came About and Vetting Information
49:00
How the Guest Vets Information from Potential Sources
51:36
Vetting Process and Red Flags
54:12
Vetting a Potential Source: A Personal Experience
56:54
Establishing a Safe Protocol for Meeting Sources
59:40
Dealing with Unreliable Sources and Maintaining Professionalism
1:02:26
Dealing with Unreliable Sources and Maintaining Professionalism in High-Risk Situations
1:05:02
Establishing Rapport with High-Risk Sources
1:08:07
Confronting a Source Accused of Killing a Journalist
1:10:48
The Source's Version of Events and the Killing of Javier Valdez
1:13:29
Personal Story of Joining the Organization
1:16:09
Father's Influence and Initial Involvement with the Organization
1:19:14
Learning the Economics of the Business and Stepping Up in the Organization
1:21:46
Publishing the Interview and Dealing with Media Outlets
1:24:26
Dealing with Media Outlets and Legacy Publications
1:27:06
Challenges with Legacy Media Outlets and the Rise of Independent Journalism
1:29:40
Vice Media Group's Bankruptcy and Acquisition
1:32:24
Challenges with Legacy Media Outlets and Alternative Publishing Options
1:35:07
Alternative Publishing Options and Collaborations
1:37:46
Dealing with Threats and Safety Concerns as a Journalist
1:40:29
Receiving Threats and Unexpected Encounters as a Journalist
1:43:23
Laundering Money through Major Artists and Events
1:46:05
Laundering Money through Major Artists and Events: Specific Examples
1:48:49
Reactions to a Previous Video and Backlash from Fans
1:51:31
Extradition Process and Government Cooperation
1:54:05
Ovidio Guzmán López's Extradition and Treatment in the US
1:56:41
US Extradition Process and Legal Resources for Mexican Cartel Leaders
1:59:24
Potential Consequences of Extraditing Cartel Leaders and the Rise of the Sinaloa Cartel
2:02:00
El Mayo's Succession and the Sambada Family's Involvement
2:04:42
Modesta Sambada's Role in the Sinaloa Cartel and the Sambada Family's Connections
2:07:19
Russo's Conflict with Los Chapitos and El Mayo's Involvement
2:09:58
Ela's Instagram Account and Interview with the Narrator
2:12:33
Ela's Arrest and Escape from Mexican Authorities
2:15:15
Ela's Comparison to Elino 'El Plaga' and the Anthrax Group
2:17:56
The Allure of Being a Big Cartel Member and the Barrier to Entry
2:21:02
The Allure of Fame and the Pedestalization of Cartel Members
2:23:39
The Use of Titan Software by Mexican Cartels
2:26:22
The Story of Titan Software and Its Capabilities
2:29:08
Live Tracking and SS7 Protocol Vulnerabilities
2:31:49
Accessing the SS7 Protocol and Live Tracking
2:34:22
Pegasus Spyware and Its Acquisition by Governments
2:37:05
Mexican Cartels' Acquisition and Misuse of Military Spy Technology
2:39:40
Cartels' Access to and Sale of Military-Grade Equipment on WhatsApp Groups
2:42:11
Cartels' Human Smuggling Operations and Revenue
2:44:56
Cartels' Exploitation of US Border Policies for Profit
2:47:35
Cartels' Exploitation of US Border Policies for Profit: Impact on Immigration and GDP
2:50:13
Corporate Influence on US Politics and Economy
2:52:44
Corporate Influence on US Politics and Economy: Exploitation of Loopholes and Prioritization of Corporate Interests
2:55:21
The Dynamic Playing Ground of the Cartels in Mexico and the Border
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