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 22.4K Avg Length 42 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. 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...MORE Host Max Serjeant
Producer/Network Max Serjeant
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Apple Rating 4.8/5Apple Reviews 301Facebook 982Twitter 172 Avg Length 24 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

3. 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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Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. 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 Host Andrew Colón
Producer/Network Andrew Colón
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5. 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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6. 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 Host M. Victoria Murillo
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 25.7K Avg Length 32 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. 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

8. ¡Ay Ghost Mio!

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A paranormal podcast sharing Latin American and Caribbean folklore, its history, and personal experiences.
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Producer/Network Melissa Trahan
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9. 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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