Tracing the modern cocaine supply chain from the Andes to American streets

This episode examines the logistics of cocaine trafficking in 2026, mapping the path from Andean production to U.S. cities. It also addresses the legal fallout following the U.S. abduction of former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, questioning the validity of the drug-trafficking charges against them.

The investigation explores the current state of the cocaine supply chain, analyzing how the illicit trade moves across Latin America. By tracing the route from the Andes, the show provides a contemporary look at the mechanics of international drug smuggling.

The episode also contextualizes the recent arrest of Nicolás Maduro, who faces weapons and drug-trafficking charges in a New York court. The discussion weighs the credibility of these accusations against the backdrop of the high-stakes operation that brought him and his wife into U.S. custody.

Source: How cocaine smuggling through Latin America really works | The Indicator