Episode
Ed Calderon UNLOADS on Mexico's 'Real Life Sicario' Problem
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- Julian Dorey Daily
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- May 7, 2026
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- 3848
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FULL EPISODE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FYmNDhhszs&t=3724s Subscribe Here: @JulianDoreyDaily ED'S LINKS - IG: https://www.instagram.com/manifestoradiopodcast/ - X: https://x.com/eds_manifesto?t=mHTfUjf5CPPxGcS7lxBBfg&s=09 - WEBSITE: http://edsmanifesto.com Cartel violence in Mexico is often misunderstood — especially from the outside. In this clip, former undercover Mexican cop Ed Calderon shares his firsthand perspective on cartel networks, violence, and what people often get wrong about the situation. Inside this clip: What “sicario” actually means How cartel structures operate The reality of violence on the ground What outsiders misunderstand How this impacts everyday life It’s a rare look into a world most people never see. ***TIMESTAMPS*** 00:00 - Rival Cartels, Internal Wars, Expansion 10:31 - Friend Joins Cartels, Recruitment Story 35:18 - Marijuana Legalization, Economic Impact 47:32 - U.S. Strategy, Mexico Government Pressure 57:14 - Trump Phenomenon, Assassination Attempts @JulianDoreyDaily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices