Missing in the Amazon Missing in the Amazon: the fightback – episode five
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Jun 23, 2025 
Sônia Bridi, a Brazilian investigative reporter specializing in the Amazon, dives deep into the complexities surrounding the recent killings of Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira. She discusses the hope for justice with President Lula's election while revealing the extensive reach of organized crime in the region. Bridi shines a light on a notorious figure rumored to orchestrate these crimes, exploring the chilling dynamics of environmental degradation and the fierce resilience of local communities striving for justice.
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Dom's Unique Funeral Celebration
- Dom Phillips' funeral was unlike typical funerals, with stipulations for music and a big party to celebrate his life.
- His family and friends broke down in tears, then laughed and danced, honoring his joyful spirit.
Bruno's Unprecedented Indigenous Tribute
- Bruno's funeral included unprecedented rituals by indigenous peoples who honored him with deep respect.
- The Maioruna cut their hair, a mark reserved only for great leaders, despite Bruno being non-indigenous.
Complexity of Amazon Crisis
- Despite operations destroying many illegal mining barges, the problem persisted due to the vastness and inaccessibility of the Amazon.
- Workers on the barges are typically impoverished, highlighting the social tragedy intertwined with the environmental crisis.