Episode 81: The Enigma that is Juan Ramon Matta Ballesteros (Part 2)

For the first episode of 2024, I conclude our examination into the life and career of Honduran trafficker Juan Ramon Matta Ballesteros.

In this Episode, I look at the allegations connecting Matta to the Camarena kidnapping, including his alleged presence at Lope de Vega and his escape from Mexico City shortly after the Camarena abduction. I also examine his role in connecting Felix Gallardo with the cocaine traffickers from Colombia.

Matta's connection to the Honduran airline company SETCO also is discussed, as well as his alleged relationship with the CIA.

Finally, I look at Matta's legacy, the tremendous breadth of his connections and influence, and I discuss a personal conversation I had with Matta.