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In 1519, Hernando Cortés arrived in Mexico to investigate stories of a wealthy empire. What he encountered was beyond his wildest dreams; an advanced civilization with complex artistic, political, and religious systems (involving extensive human sacrifice) and replete with gold. This was the Aztec empire, headed by the aloof emperor, Montezuma.

The term Mexican Drug War misleads. It implies that the ongoing bloodbath, which has now killed well over 100,000 people, is an internal Mexican affair. But this diverts attention from the US role in creating and sustaining the carnage. It's not just that Americans buy drugs from and sell weapons to Mexico's murderous cartels. It's that ever since the US prohibited the use and sale of drugs in the early 1900s, it has pressured Mexico into acting as its border enforcer - with increasingly deadly consequences.

En junio de 1985, una nota al margen en la revista Billboard agrupó mariachi, norteño, banda, grupero y corridos bajo una sola categoría: Música Regional.

From the dazzling spectacle of Day of the Dead to the enduring legacy of Frida Kahlo, ¡Viva Mexico! explores the people, places and cultural traditions that define this vibrant country. You’ll discover how Mexican food, festivals, music and family all play a part in shaping modern Mexican...

Join crusading journalist Nellie Bly on her captivating 1885 journey to Mexico! When Bly’s Pittsburgh Dispatch exposé of the plight of female workers drew ire from factory owners, she was assigned to “feminine” subjects. Dreading that purgatory, scrappy 21-year-old Bly went south of the...

Los héroes mexicanos tienen una costumbre: durar poco. Porfirio Díaz lleva apenas unas horas en el exilio, cuando ya hay cuatro hombres maquinando cómo tomar su lugar. Por un lado, Francisco I. Madero entra a la capital entre vítores y papelitos de colores, convencido de que el pueblo ha despertado y que la historia, por fin, ha aprendido de sí misma.

Con mirada atenta y pulso firme, Juan Villoro se desdobla en periodista, transeúnte, comprador de plumas, adulto nostálgico, padre responsable, brigadista de emergencia, y nos ofrece un testimonio de las múltiples experiencias que la capital mexicana depara a todos y cada uno de sus...

Discover the vibrant reality of Aztec daily life in this immersive historical nonfiction following one indigenous family. Perfect for your morning commute or a relaxing evening of deep learning, this atmospheric journey trades famous kings and bloody conquests for the rich, grounded rhythms of a...

Unearth a gripping historical mystery where the vanished gold of a fallen empire sparks a centuries-long treasure hunt. When Spanish conquerors clashed with Aztec warriors, staggering wealth was seized and scattered into the shadows. Perfect for an immersive commute, this thrilling narrative...

Uncover a thrilling historical mystery where vast Aztec wealth vanishes overnight in a brutal clash of civilizations. Perfect for an immersive daily commute, this suspenseful narrative transports you directly to the vibrant streets of sixteenth-century Tenochtitlan. Witness the sacred tribute of...

Explore the rise and mysterious collapse of an ancient Mesoamerican empire in this immersive archaeological history. Perfect for your daily commute or an afternoon of focused learning, this awe-inspiring journey transports you to the shadow of mighty pyramids. Step directly into the bustling...

Unearth the secrets of a lost ancient civilization and solve the historical mysteries of a vanished Mesoamerican empire. Perfect for an immersive commute, this evocative journey reconstructs the dramatic rise and sudden collapse of an enigmatic metropolis. Walk the meticulously planned streets...

Experience an epic historical saga of clashing empires and indigenous resilience that forged a vibrant, modern nation. From volcanic landscapes to towering ancient city-states, embark on a turbulent journey through three thousand years of conquest, survival, and cultural revolution. Perfect for...

Witness the epic urban history of how a vulnerable indigenous island empire transformed into a chaotic modern metropolis. Perfect for an immersive daily commute or educational listening, this turbulent saga guides armchair travelers through seven centuries of brutal conquest, indigenous...

Experience the dramatic military history of a territorial clash that permanently redrew the map of North America. Perfect for an engaging daily commute, this gripping historical narrative thrusts you into the frontlines and political backrooms of the 1846 conflict. You will witness the...

Dive into this gripping military history of a brutal civil war where two legendary rebels shattered a dictatorship. Whether you are powering through your daily commute or seeking an immersive nonfiction deep-dive, this turbulent saga of early twentieth-century Mexico will hold you captive...

Experience the turbulent Latin American history of a social revolution that shattered a powerful dictatorship. Perfect for an educational commute, this gripping narrative plunges you into the chaotic 1910s where demands for land and liberty sparked a decade of fierce military uprisings. Listen...

Uncover the real history of Mesoamerica's lost empire and separate archaeological facts from Aztec mythology. Perfect for an immersive commute, this epic narrative transports you directly into the bustling streets of ancient indigenous capitals. Step into a world where master builders and...

Uncover the awe-inspiring rise and fall of a forgotten Mesoamerican empire and its city in the clouds. Perfect for your commute or an immersive weekend escape, this vibrant historical journey transports you to the dramatic valleys of Oaxaca. Experience the atmospheric heights of a planned urban...

Unearth the epic Mesoamerican history of an Indigenous civilization that survived centuries of conquest to thrive today. Perfect for your daily commute, this fascinating deep-dive explores how ordinary mountain people built monumental cities across the dramatic landscapes of Oaxaca. Whether you...