John Bartlett, an expert on historical dictatorships, joins Mark Ensalaco, a scholar of Latin American political history, and Peter Kornbluh, a historian specializing in U.S.-Latin American relations. They delve into the chilling events of September 11, 1973, as Pinochet's coup unfolds. The discussion reveals the harrowing experiences of students at Santiago's Technical University and the brutalities faced by detainees, including the tragic fate of Victor Jara. They expose the terrifying 'Caravan of Death,' illustrating the regime's systematic persecution of dissenters.

Join John Bartlett, a political events expert, Mark Ensalaco, a Latin American history scholar, and Peter Kornbluh, an author specializing in secret operations, as they delve into the dark legacy of Pinochet's regime. They discuss the chilling rise of DINA and its culture of fear, reveal the impacts of economic reforms amid social unrest, and explore the stark contrast between the privileged lives of the dictatorship's elite and the everyday struggles of Chileans. The conversation culminates in the haunting search for justice by the families of the disappeared.

Augusto Pinochet, the former Chilean dictator known for his brutal regime, details his unexpected rise to power after the 1973 coup. John Bartlett, Mark Ensalaco, and Peter Kornbluh provide critical insights into the political turmoil of the time. They discuss the stark clash between Pinochet's conservative military stance and Salvador Allende's socialist reforms, highlighting U.S. involvement in the destabilization of Chile. The podcast captures the intense personal and political drama surrounding Pinochet's dramatic arrest in London decades later.