Marshall Poe
Marshall Poe
Noah Hurowitz, "El Chapo: The Untold Story of the World's Most Infamous Drug Lord" (Atria Books, 2021)
Noah Hurowitz, "El Chapo: The Untold Story of the World's Most Infamous Drug Lord" (Atria Books, 2021)
Noah Hurowitz, "El Chapo: The Untold Story of the World's Most Infamous Drug Lord" (Atria Books, 2021)
Wednesday 15th September 2021
Noah Hurowitz reveals the intricate life of El Chapo and the complexities of the drug trade in this episode of New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery.
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Get the buttons here!Unveiling El Chapo: The Real Story Behind the Notorious Drug Lord
I want to go beyond the individuals, the well-known people, and I want to explore the systemic aspects of violence in Mexico.
What comes to mind when you hear the name 'El Chapo'? In this gripping episode of 'New Books in Drugs, Addiction and Recovery', Marshall Poe sits down with Noah Hurowitz to discuss his eye-opening book, 'El Chapo: The Untold Story of the World's Most Infamous Drug Lord'. Drawing from his extensive coverage for Rolling Stone, Hurowitz dives into the complex life of Joaquín Archivaldo 'El Chapo' Guzmán Loera.
This isn't just another tale of a drug kingpin; it's a deep dive into the intricate web of the drug trade in Mexico and beyond. Hurowitz spent months gathering trial testimonies and conducting interviews with a diverse range of people—from cartel gunmen and Mexican journalists to political figures and DEA agents. This episode peels back the layers of El Chapo's empire, revealing how he smuggled tons of cocaine, marijuana, heroin, meth, and fentanyl around the globe.
Hurowitz also explores the human side of this saga, shedding light on the lives affected by El Chapo's reign, including the often overlooked role of women in the drug trade. With a nuanced perspective that goes beyond the usual good-versus-evil narrative, this episode promises to challenge your preconceptions and offer a fresh look at one of the most notorious figures in modern history.