BigDeal #44 I Worked in the Most Dangerous City in the America's
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Jan 22, 2025 In a candid chat, Codie and her husband celebrate personal successes and explore profound themes of human experience. They discuss the complexities of the US-Mexico border, shedding light on the missing women in Juarez and societal issues linked to violence. Ethical dilemmas in journalism and the nature of intervention are also examined, along with reflections on socioeconomic struggles. With heartfelt anecdotes, they address the challenges faced by service professionals and the need for recognition in undervalued roles, emphasizing the fragility of societal structures.
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Border Journalism
- Codie Sanchez, driven by curiosity about human nature, secured a grant to cover narco trafficking along the US-Mexico border.
- She aimed to tell untold stories and experience the extremes of human behavior.
Darkness and Exploitation
- Codie Sanchez believes darkness facilitates exploitation, particularly in transient populations like Juarez.
- The vulnerability of these individuals makes them targets for violence and crime.
Money as Protection
- Codie believes money provides protection and freedom.
- She links violence and crime to lack of resources, not inherent badness.
