582: Neo-Liberalism in Downward Dog - Gentrification, Inequality, and Crime in Colombia's Cities
Update: 2025-09-02
Description
In this episode of the Colombia Calling podcast, Richard McColl and Emily Hart engage with Professor Nicolas Forsans of the University of Essex, a Latin America specialist, to discuss the multifaceted issues facing Latin American cities, including violence, inequality, urbanization, and gentrification.
Together, they explore the historical context of these challenges, the role of grassroots communities, and the pervasive issue of extortion. The conversation also delves into the dynamics of organized crime, the impact of gentrification, and potential solutions to these pressing problems, emphasizing the need for economic growth and stronger state institutions.
Check out Nicolas Forsans' substack: https://sinfiltroya.substack.com/
and
The Colombia Briefing with Emily Hart: https://harte.substack.com
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