Jeremy McDermott

Join BBC correspondent Will Grant, an expert on Central America, and Jeremy McDermott, co-founder of InSight Crime, as they dive into Venezuela's tumultuous landscape. They discuss the U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean, the implications of a regime change strategy, and how Maduro's government responds to increasing pressures. Dr. Christopher Sabatini and Dr. Annette Idler add insights on the geopolitical motives behind U.S. actions and the complexities of narco-terrorism. Will Venezuela face instability, or will calm prevail in this charged scenario?

Jeremy McDermott, an investigative reporter and director at Insight Crime, dives into the shadowy world of organized crime in Latin America. He shares riveting stories about chasing Memo Fantasma, a notorious drug lord who erased his identity to avoid capture. McDermott reveals how corruption reaches high levels, implicating officials like the Vice President of Colombia. The discussion also unveils the tactics drug lords use for money laundering, including real estate schemes, and the moral complexities journalists face in uncovering these truths.