Help us unmask organized crime in Latin America

With your support, InSight Crime continues to publish a new Narrated Story every single week — brief, impactful audio investigations that shine a light on the daily impact of organized crime across Latin America.

Each of these stories is narrated by our journalists and researchers, drawing directly from their fieldwork. They are available on our website and podcast platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

One recent episode told the story of a small shopkeeper in Ecuador whose business was burned down after refusing to pay extortion. Her case is not unique — it reflects the fear and silence imposed by organized crime in many communities. By sharing her voice, and others like hers, we bring critical attention to stories that are often overlooked.

Thanks to your support, we’ve been able to sustain a consistent rhythm of weekly publication and strengthen our in-house audio production capacity. This has allowed us to experiment with new formats and storytelling techniques, broadening the ways we share our original reporting and verified information. Our goal is to reach more people — both in the region and beyond — with accurate, accessible stories that deepen public understanding of organized crime and its impact on everyday lives.

Links:

• https://open.spotify.com/show/3DdNcFZPuIKA8teHeccqI4?si=21ef0e9e92724b79

Thanks to your continued support, InSight Crime is thrilled to share the exciting progress on our latest podcast season. We are now the sole producers of From the Ground Up, bringing you new episodes that dive deeper into the complex and evolving world of organized crime in Latin America.

This new season covers gripping stories from Colombia, Peru, Honduras, and other countries. Each episode explores the unique challenges communities face when dealing with organized crime—ranging from drug trafficking networks to violence tied to criminal organizations. Through in-depth interviews with local experts, authorities, and residents, we aim to give listeners a comprehensive view of how these criminal networks are impacting the daily lives of people across the region.

We’ve also been working behind the scenes to enhance our audio capabilities. Our newsroom is now dedicated to producing content that not only informs but also engages our audience on a deeper level, ensuring that these crucial stories are heard loud and clear.

We are incredibly proud of this project and the stories it tells. Your support makes it possible for us to continue shedding light on the complex realities of organized crime and its human toll in Latin America. Stay tuned for the release of these powerful new episodes—your continued engagement is vital to ensuring these stories reach those who need to hear them the most.

Links:

• Narrative Stories on the Website
• Current Podcast Series