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The case of Alex Saab and how corruption shaped Venezuela’s collapse

Full Episode
50:26

In this file photo, former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro speaks as Alex Saab applauds, accompanied by his wife Camilla Fabri, during an event marking the anniversary of the 1958 coup that overthrew dictator Marcos Perez Jimenez, in Caracas, Venezuela, Jan. 23, 2024.

Jesus Vargas/AP/File photo

Alex Saab, one of ousted President Nicolás Maduro’s most important fixers, is back in US custody for the second time. His case helps explain how corruption in Venezuela moved from state contracts into daily life. Also, Alberta’s premier has announced that a referendum will be held in October, asking voters in the province whether they wish to remain part of Canada, or begin the legal process of pursuing separation. And, Brooklyn Rivera, Nicaragua’s most prominent Indigenous leader has died while in government custody, sparking questions and criticism. Plus, we take a listen to the mournful sounds of Vasilis Kostas’ Greek lute.

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In This Episode

The case of Alex Saab: How corruption shaped Venezuela’s collapse
7:39
Hungary cracks down on BYD
5:48
Ballot initiative in Alberta could undermine Canadian unity
6:34
College student saves the day at Sydney Concert Hall
1:32
Key Nicaraguan Indigenous leader dies in government custody
6:32
Kickboxer takes on bullies
4:42
New breakthrough treatment for pancreatic cancer
6:29
Stem cell breakthroughs in Asia
6:07
The mournful sounds from Vasilis Kostas and his Greek lute
1:25