10 Best Latin American History Podcasts

1. Historias Unknown

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Obscure Latin American history, capitalism and corruption. Each week, your hosts (and twins) Carmen and Cristina, will tell each other a story about Latino/Latine history, capitalism or corruption and sometimes all three. Episodes every Thursday. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/historias-unknown--6253658/support .MORE Hosts Cristina Lumague, Carmen
Producer/Network Carmen & Cristina
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 24Twitter 107Instagram 13.5K Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Cronicas al Sur del Rio Grande (Episodios de Historia Latino Americana)

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Show en Español e Inglés creado con la intención de entretener con las maravillosas historias de nuestras Americas. La actual campaña anti inmigrante y anti Latinoamericana en los Estados Unidos, unida a una profunda ignorancia acerca de Latinoamérica su historia y dinámica socio históricas que se tienen en los Estados Unidos hace necesario que se intente brindar información histórica acerca de nuestra inmensa y rica culturalmente Latino AméricaA show in Spanish and English created with the intention of entertaining with the wonderful stories of our Americas...MORE Email ****@hotmail.com
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3. The Latin American History Podcast

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The Latin American History Podcast aims to tell the story of Spanish and Portuguese America from its very beginnings up until the present day. Latin America's history is home to some of the most exciting and unbelievable stories of adventure and exploration, and this podcast will tell these stories in all their glory. It will examine colonial society, slavery, and what life was like for the region's inhabitants during this period. We will look at what caused the wars of independence, how they were won, and what Latin America looked like afterwards...MORE Host Max Serjeant
Producer/Network Max Serjeant
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 301Facebook 988Twitter 172 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Bring Out Your Dead: Latin America vs. The British Empire

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Bring Out Your Dead: Latin America vs. the British Empire, the only podcast telling the complex history of British Imperialism in Latin America. Join Gruff and Chris in an auditory picture painting of a forgotten history. In this podcast we will unpack the deep-rooted history of European colonialists and resistance figures as they fight for control and influence across South and Central America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.MORE Producer/Network Bring Out Your Dead
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Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 9 Avg Length 45 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. The Mysteries of Latin America Podcast

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On the Mysteries of Latin America podcast we tell stories of the myths, legends, history and mysteries set anywhere from the Northern Mexican border to the Southern tip of Argentina, and including the Caribbean Islands.It's so people with roots in the are know their stories and where people who don't know the stories that have woven themselves into the cultural DNA of the region.Hosted by Andrew ColónMORE Producer/Network Andrew Colón
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 27 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

6. UnTextbooked | A history podcast for the future

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UnTextbooked is brought to you by teen change-makers who are looking for answers to big questions. Have you ever wondered if protests really can save lives, why assimilation required Native American kids to attend boarding schools, how Black-led organizations for mutual aid began, how the fear of communism led the United States to plan the overthrows of many leaders in Latin America, or why Brazilian cars run on sugar? Or maybe you've questioned when Asian Americans will stop being seen as 'perpetual foreigners,' how African heritage influences Black activism, or what resilience looks like f..MORE Producer/Network The History Co:Lab and Pod People
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Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 85Twitter 213Instagram 820 Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Unpacking Latin America

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Unpacking Latin America is a monthly podcast hosted by Prof. Vicky Murillo on the exciting research produced by Columbia scholars about Latin American history, culture and politics, which helps our understanding of the contemporary challenges of the region. It is produced in English and selectively in Spanish.MORE Producer/Network Institute of Latin American Studies at Columbia University
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Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 7.1KTwitter 8.2KInstagram 5.4K Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. Echoes of History

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History is not always told the way it happened. This podcast takes you to the heart of the events that shaped Latin America in the 20th century: guerrilla movements, political transformations, and the rise of drug trafficking. Through immersive storytelling and well-documented facts, we explore the key moments and figures that defined the region. Discover the hidden stories, the turning points, and the voices that marked an era. Listen, learn, and dive into the echoes of history 🙂MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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9. Puerto Rico Open Your Eyes

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Puerto Rico Abran los Ojos (Puerto Rico: Open Your Eyes) is a bold and thought-provoking podcast dedicated to uncovering the true history of Borikén—the island we now know as Puerto Rico. Through weekly episodes, we seek to awaken consciousness across the Latino community, sparking real conversations that bridge generations and borders.Our show dives deep into the stories often left untold, exploring how Puerto Rico became an unexpected bridge between two continents and examining the historical, cultural, and political forces that have shaped our identity...MORE Email ****@gmail.com
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10. ¡Ay Ghost Mio!

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A paranormal podcast sharing Latin American and Caribbean folklore, its history, and personal experiences.
Producer/Network Melissa Trahan
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 14Instagram 588 Get Email Contact