PBD Podcast USAID Corruption & Brazil's Elections w/ Nikolas Ferreira & Mike Benz | PBD Podcast | Ep. 550
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Feb 25, 2025 
Nikolas Ferreira, a leading voice in Brazilian conservatism, and Mike Benz, a geopolitical strategist, delve into the web of USAID's influence in Brazil. Ferreira highlights foreign manipulation in Brazil's political arena, while Benz reveals hidden connections between Washington and Brazil's elections. They discuss censorship, the impact of NGOs, and the complexities surrounding Bolsonaro's candidacy. The conversation also covers environmental issues like the rise in wildfires and critiques of international narratives, emphasizing the intersection of politics and external influences.
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Ferreira's Rise to Fame
- At 17, Nikolas Ferreira confronted Leonardo Boff, a prominent socialist figure, at a Catholic university.
- This viral video launched Ferreira's political career, despite the university's liberal environment.
US Interference in Brazilian Elections
- The US State Department, CIA, and Pentagon allegedly interfered in Brazil's election to support Lula.
- This involved providing voting machines and semiconductors, despite Bolsonaro's opposition and a US shortage.
US Regime Change Operations
- The US government often uses "threat to democracy" to justify regime change operations.
- In Bolsonaro's case, potential motivations include his stance on Eurasia, financial interests, and China relations.