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The upheaval in Mexico’s trade

October 25, 2026 · 20 min

Mexican commercial relations and the products it exports would be unrecognisable to an observer from just a few years ago. In this episode, Tavo and Alex look at why Mexico’s trade is evolving so rapidly. Mexico: The Podcast is also…
The paths Mexico’s economy could take

October 3, 2026 · 45 min

In this episode, Tavo and Alex explore the origins nature of president Claudia Sheinbaum’s flagship industrial policy—and what’s keeping it from really taking off. Mexico: The Podcast is also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and…
UNAM

September 16, 2026 · 29 min

In this episode, Tavo and Alex conclude our three part series on Mexican universities with the National Autonomous University of Mexico—UNAM. Missed the first two episodes? Start here! Mexico: The Podcast is also available on Spotify…
Mexican universities: Public colleges

August 27, 2026 · 32 min

In this episode, Tavo and Alex discuss Mexico’s private universities. If you missed part one, why not start there by clicking here? Mexico: The Podcast is also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Leave us a review and a…
Mexican universities: Private colleges

August 15, 2026 · 37 min

In this episode, Tavo and Alex discuss Mexico’s private universities. Mexico: The Podcast is also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Leave us a review and a comment, and for even more insider insights on Mexico, subscribe…

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Axolotls

July 11, 2026 · 25 min

In this episode, Tavo and Alex discuss the origins of Mexico’s love affair with the ajolote. Mexico: The Podcast is also available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Leave us a review and a comment, and for even more insider insights…
Mexican football

June 25, 2026 · 32 min

It’s Tavo and Alex we’re talking about here, so you know this episode will be about all the history, politics, and culture surrounding Mexican football rather than a deep dive into the sport itself. A fascinating ride! Mexico: The Podcast…
The Mexican National Anthem

June 11, 2026 · 33 min

Its not just a song; its the essence of Mexican-ness (or so politicians would like you to think). In this episode, Tavo and Alex sing along to the tune of centuries of nationalism, nation building, and invented tradition. Mexico: The…
Spice

May 28, 2026 · 34 min

One cannot even start to think of Mexican food without chillies. Whether they’re spicy or mild, dried or fresh, cooked or raw, Mexico and chile are synonymous. Join Tavo and Alex on this gastronomic exploration through the ages. Mexico…
Hidden gems of Mexican archeology

April 23, 2026 · 49 min

“A lot of these archeological sites are subject to politicisation. Like Teotihuacán.” Ominous words from Tavo, as this episode was recorded a few days before the tragic anti-tourist shooting at Teotihuacan. Mexico is full of archeological…
How Mexico's most famous park opened up to all

April 9, 2026 · 30 min

Continue down the leafy and historic paths with Tavo and Alex. But no longer just the well-known first section but the, until recently, wild second, third and fourth sections. This is part II of the past and present of Chapultepec…
Mexico's most famous park

March 26, 2026 · 30 min

This week Tavo and Alex take a stroll down Chapultepec park. Explore its greatest landmarks and historical moments—from a US invasion to a hidden piece of nineteenth century tech. Mexico: The Podcast is also available on Spotify, Apple…