In this episode of Poblete Dispatches, Jason Poblete sits down with retired FBI Special Agent Robb Douglas to talk travel awareness and intentional deterrence.

Drawing from decades of counterterrorism and overseas assignments, Rob offers practical, real-world advice for travelers headed to high-risk regions like Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East. The conversation covers everything from fraud prevention and cultural sensitivity to what to do in case of emergency detention or legal trouble abroad.

Key takeaways include the importance of enrolling in the State Department’s STEP program, preparing emergency contacts and legal documents, knowing local laws, and respecting customs. Whether you're traveling for business, mission work, or vacation, this episode delivers essential tips to stay safe, avoid trouble, and travel smart.

🔐 Actionable tips: Document prep, emergency planning, fraud awareness, and legal protections.
💡 Next episode will go deeper into real-world cases and prevention strategies.

In this episode of The Poblete Dispatches, host Jason Poblete sits down with Betty Marroquín—former Guatemalan diplomat, political leader, and recent vice presidential candidate—for a candid and timely discussion on one of Latin America's most critical political and security frontlines.

They explore the escalating challenges of transnational organized crime, the implications for regional and U.S. national security, and the strategic importance of maintaining strong bilateral ties between Guatemala and the United States.

Listeners will hear Marroquín’s insights on current political tensions, including a potentially explosive revelation: an alleged investigation, initiated by Guatemala’s controversial Attorney General Consuelo Porras, into misuse of U.S. taxpayer funds through USAID or other US government programs. The episode raises serious questions about accountability, sovereignty, and U.S. foreign aid oversight in the region.

From confidential reports to the U.S. Congress to the future of U.S.-Guatemala diplomacy, this episode delivers perspective that few insiders can provide.

🔍 Is the U.S. aid model in Central America due for a reset?
🇺🇸🇬🇹 Why should Americans care about Guatemala right now?

Don’t miss this dynamic and potentially news-breaking conversation on The Poblete Dispatches.

In this episode of Poblete Dispatches, Jason Poblete speaks with Enrique “Ric” Prado, former CIA operations officer and author of Black Ops: The Life of a CIA Shadow Warrior.

Ric shares insights from his incredible career spanning the Cold War and the Age of Terrorism, offering a rare glimpse into the covert operations designed to protect America from threats at home and abroad.

From firefights in Cuba as a child to heading the CIA’s Bin Laden Task Force, Ric’s experiences provide a gripping account of courage, creativity, and dedication to national security.

Join us as we delve into the shadowy world of espionage and the personal stories behind the headlines.