Chile Today Podcast
105 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★ - 24 ratingsLife in Chile can be difficult to navigate - especially if you're getting adjusted to living abroad. Join hosts Lenny and Bethany as they explore and discuss the latest Chilean news, cultural insights, travel, business, politics, sports, and more! Visit www.chiletoday.cl to discover additional content and connect with us on Instagram at @chiletodaynews. You can also reach us directly by sending an email to [email protected].
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Episodes
Chile Today Podcast: S04E01 "April News"
April 15, 2024 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBChile Today Podcast: S04E01 "April News" Bethany and Lenny are back for a new season to talk about Chilean news, cultural events, travel, business and more. The first episode of season 4 is a quick news recap of the biggest headlines of April. Plus, our hosts catch up and talk about upcoming events in Chile. Support the show
S3 episode 25: Biggest News of 2023
January 08, 2024 02:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBS3 episode 25: Biggest News of 2023 The time has come once again for Lenny and Bethany to wrap up the third season of the Chile Today Podcast. This time we bring the year to a close with a roundup of all the biggest news stories of 2023. From the Caso Convenios to the Royalty Minero, we cover it all. Plus we update you on all of the upcoming events. Remember to follow us on instagram and facebook for more updates and new episodes. Support the show
S3 episode 24: The NEW Constitutional Proposal
December 11, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBS3 episode 24: The NEW Constitutional Proposal Bethany and Lenny got their study hats on and dug deep into the new constitutional proposal! With the vote coming soon, they discuss the good, bad, and ugly. Tune in! Support the show
S3 episode 23: Green Hydrogen
November 20, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBS3 episode 23: Green Hydrogen We are back from our Pan American Games hiatus. However, brilliant Bethany is not with us this time. Accompany Pingüino and Lenny as they take advantage of Bethany's absence to take a deep dive in to Green Hydrogen. Lenny takes the lead and answers all the big questions regarding Hydrogen. What makes it green? Why is it important? Who needs it? Why is it being made in Chile? And more importantly, Why does Lenny know so much about it? Support the show
S3 episode 21: October news!
October 11, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBS3 episode 21: October news! Lenny and Bethany cover all of your October new. All the updates you need about the conditional convention, some potential corruption, and more! Support the show
S3 Episode 20: Interview with Jimmy Thyden
September 25, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBS3 Episode 20: Interview with Jimmy Thyden Jimmy’s story made the news all over the world a few months ago as he was reunited with his biological mother 42 years after he was taken away from her right after birth by a human trafficking ring, operating unencumbered under the Pinochet regime. Jimmy, who grew up in the US and is now a criminal defense attorney, has made it his mission to find and help the victims of this scheme to get a chance to reunite with their biological relatives. We are...
S3 episode 19: 50 years since the coup
September 11, 2023 03:00 - 1 hour - 68.7 MBS3 episode 19: 50 years since the coup On our special episode, Bethany guides us through the events related to the coup d'état on September 11th, exactly 50 years ago when Chile lost its democracy. Lenny also shares news of recent events in Chile. Support the show
S3 episode 18: August News!
August 21, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBS3 episode 18: August News! While Lenny is out on vacation, Bethany and Pingüino take over to make sure you're up-to-date with the latest news in Chile. From Cabinet changes to DRAMA good enough to be its own telenovela. Tune in! Support the show
S3, Episode 17: Chile's electrical system part II
August 07, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 66.8 MBS3, Episode 17: Chile's electrical system part II This week, Bethany and Pingüino will update you on recent news and upcoming events. Then follow Lenny as he continues his deep dive in to Chile’s electrical system, this time focusing on the challenges that Chile is facing today. Support our pod by joining us in Patreon! Lots of extras just for you! Tip sheets, tickets to events, merch and more! Support the show
Season 3, Episode 16: Chile’s Electrical System Part I
July 24, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBSeason 3, Episode 16: Chile’s Electrical System Part I This week, after a news update from Bethany, Lenny will take you by the proverbial hand and show you the metamorphosis of Chile’s electrical system, explain how we got to where we are now as well as the challenges that Chile is facing on account of this today. Support our pod by joining us in Patreon! Lots of extras just for you! Tip sheets, tickets to events, merch and more! Support the show
S3 episode 15: The Complex & Controversial Life of Pablo Neruda
June 26, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBS3 episode 15: The Complex & Controversial Life of Pablo Neruda This week, Bethany takes you on a journey of the life of author and politician, Pablo Neruda. There may be more to him than meets the eye. Good...and...super not good. Also, Lenny has news updates! Support the show
S3 Episode 14: June News
June 12, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBS3 Episode 14: June News Start this week with Bethany and Lenny as they fill you in on all the news happening in Chile. From new controversial highways to the new constitutional process, and everything in between. We also bring you upcoming events. Support the show
S3 Episode 13: The La Polar Controversy
May 29, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 48 MBSeason 3 EP. 13: "The La Polar Controversy" Lenny takes a deep dive into the controversy of one of Chile's largest retail stores. Support the show
Season 3. Ep. 11 The New Convention & May News
May 15, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBSeason 3. Ep. 11 The New Convention & May News : Lenny and Bethany get into the nitty-gritty of what he heck is going on with the new constitutional process. But don't worry. If you're tired of hearing about the process, Bethany has all your news updates ! Support the show
S3 Episode: 12 The New Convention & May News
May 15, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.2 MBS3 Episode: 12 The New Convention & May News Lenny and Bethany get into the nitty-gritty of what he heck is going on with the new constitutional process. But don't worry. If you're tired of hearing about the process, Bethany has all your news updates ! Support the show
S3 Episode 11: April news!
April 24, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBS3 Episode 11: April news! Bethany and Lenny are back in action and have all your most current events including LITHIUM updates. Support the show
S3 episode 10: The Chilean Fire Brigade
April 03, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MBS3 episode 10: The Chilean Fire Brigade While Lenny enjoys his vacation in Germany, Pingüino and Bethany bring you up-to-date on the latest news and the anything and everything you wanted to know about the history of the Chilean Fire Brigade! Support the show
S3 episode 9: "March News"
March 20, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBS3 episode 9: "March News" Lenny and Bethany bring you all the news you need from March! So much has happened. Exciting tax news, space news, and more! Tune in! Support the show
S3 episode 8 part 2: Lithium
February 27, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBS3 episode 8 part 2: Lithium Lenny finishes up his in-depth study of lithium and how the exploration and mining is currently operating in Chile. Bethany has got you covered on the most recent news! Support the show
S3 episode 7 part 1: Lithium
February 13, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBS3 episode 7 part 1: Lithium Bethany takes on the news this week, updating you on the forest fire situation while Lenny goes deep into Lithium in Chile! What even is it ???? Well Lenny knows. Support the show
S03 Episode 6 “January news update”
January 19, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBBethany is away allowing Lenny and Pinguino to bring their macho energy to the podcast with this round up of the top news of January. We bring you internet rankings, a bus that goes to the airport, covid updates, yet another upcoming election and more. Support the show
Chile Today Podcast S03 Episode 6 “January news update”
January 19, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBBethany is away allowing Lenny and Pinguino to bring their macho energy to the podcast with this round up of the top news of January. We bring you internet rankings, a bus that goes to the airport, covid updates, yet another upcoming election and more. Support the show
S3 Episode 5: "The History of Copper"
January 02, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBS3 Episode 5: "The History of Copper" Bethany gives us a deep dive into the importance and history of copper and copper mining in Chile. Lenny takes on the task of giving all the updated news to bring in the new year. Support the show
S3 episode 4: Decentralization!
December 19, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 74 MBS3 episode 4: Decentralization! Bethany gives us news on what's happening in Chile right now INCLUDING the new constitutional process, meanwhile Lenny makes us aware of what the heck decentralization is and why it might be important to Chile! Support the show
S3. Episode 3: "News Update"
December 05, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBS3. Episode 3: "News Update" While our Lenny takes a break for the week, Bethany and Pengüino fill you in on all the happenings in the country. More dinosaurs of course, and some funny retail snafus. Support the show
Season 3, episode 2: "CRIME"
November 21, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBSeason 3, episode 2: "CRIME" Crime seems to be a topic of concern and conversation all over the country. But what do the numbers say? What's really going on? Support the show
S3. Episode 1: "November News Update"
November 14, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBS3. Episode 1: "November News Update" The gang is all here to discuss what's going on in Chile. A mysterious death, communist controversies, and so much more! Support the show
S3. Episode 1: "November News Update"
November 14, 2022 15:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBS3. Episode 1: "November News Update" The gang is all here to discuss what's going on in Chile. A mysterious death, communist controversies, and so much more! Support the show
Chile Today Podcast #30: News Update
October 24, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBChile Today Podcast #30: News Update And we are back, after a small break the Chile Today Podcast is back with a small update brought to you by Lenny and pingüino. They talk about the new constitutional process, the new metro line and, last but not least, Covid-19 updates. Tune in! Support the show
S2.ep 29: "rechazo (?)"
September 26, 2022 15:00 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBS2.ep 19: "rechazo (?)" So the country voted to reject the constitution. Now what? Lenny and Bethany update you on what happened, what's going on, and what will or might happen in the future, concerning the constitution. They also have your updated news from the past several weeks! Support the show
Season 2 Episode 28: "More Controversial Constitutional Articles"
September 02, 2022 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBSeason 2 Episode 28: "More Controversial Constitucional Articles" Lenny and Bethany continue their discussion on some of the more controversial points of the potential new constitution. Support the show
Season 2 Episode 28: "More Controversial Constitucional Articles"
September 02, 2022 16:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBSeason 2 Episode 28: "More Controversial Constitucional Articles" Lenny and Bethany continue their discussion on some of the more controversial points of the potential new constitution.
Season 2 EP: 27 "Controversial Constitucional Articles"
August 29, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBThis week Bethany and Lenny go in-depth on the most controversial articles and statements in the potential new constitution. Why are they controversial???? They also have all of your event info for the next month!
Season 2 EP: 27 "Controversial Constitutional Articles"
August 29, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBThis week Bethany and Lenny go in-depth on the most controversial articles and statements in the potential new constitution. Why are they controversial???? They also have all of your event info for the next month! Support the show
A Lenny Extra on the Constitution
August 23, 2022 02:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBWondering about the issue of land restitution to Chile's indigenous peoples in the proposal of the new constitution? In this brief explainer, Lenny gives you a rundown of what’s in the proposal, what the implications are, a take on opposing interpretations regarding the possible consequences as well as his personal opinion on the matter. Hope you enjoy! Support the show
Season 2 ep. 26: "July/August news update part 2"
August 15, 2022 16:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBSeason 2 ep. 26: "July/August news update part 2" Here we go! Lenny and Bethany have all the updates on what's happening in Chile right now! New government projects, and so much more! Support the show
Season 2 ep. 25: "July/August news update part 1"
August 08, 2022 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBSeason 2 ep. 25: "July/August news update part 1" Our hosts know you've needed a break from all the constitution talk, so now it's time to figure out what ELSE is going on! https://lom.cl/products/la-nueva-constitucion-de-chile-con-peras-y-manzanas Support the show
Season 2 ep. 25: "July/August news update part 1"
August 08, 2022 16:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBSeason 2 ep. 25: "July/August news update part 1" Our hosts know you've needed a break from all the constitution talk, so now it's time to figure out what ELSE is going on! https://lom.cl/products/la-nueva-constitucion-de-chile-con-peras-y-manzanas Support the show
S2 Episode 24: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part 3)"
August 01, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBS2 Episode 24: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part 3)" The fake news has been rampant these days!!! So we have the details to help you understand what is REALLY going on in the potential new constitution. Support the show
S2 Episode 23: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part 2)"
July 25, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBS2 Episode 23: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part 2)" Our hosts get into the WEEDS with fake news this week, focusing on claims made about representation of Mapuche. We will also be bringing you a THIRD part next week! Support the show
S2 Episode 23: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part 2)"
July 25, 2022 16:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBS2 Episode 23: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part 2)" Our hosts get into the WEEDS with fake news this week, focusing on claims made about representation of Mapuche. We will also be bringing you a THIRD part next week! Support the show
S2 Episode 22: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part1)"
July 12, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 63 MBS2 Episode 22: "Constitution FAKE NEWS busted! (part1)" Lenny and Bethany dive head-first into what's happening with the potential constitution. Specifically, they focus on what news is out there that is misleading or even completely FALSE! Support the show
S2 Episode 21 June News Update
June 27, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBS2 Episode 21 June News Update Bethany and Lenny did all the research on the most recent news in Chile including info on the controversial closure of the state-owned Codelco foundry, a Chilean mermaid, and some criminal activity! Don't forget to check out our Patreon! Tiers give you access to discounts, freebies, travel tips, and more! Support the show
S2 Episode 20: Part 2 "History and Necessity of Trains"
June 13, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBS2 Episode 20: Part 2 "History and Necessity of Trains" CONTROVERSY!!! POLITICS!! TRAINS!! It's a hot topic in Chile these days and Lenny and Bethany have all the (new!!) information for you! How will trains impact Chile? Good? Bad?? Why??? Let's talk about it! Support the show
S2 Episode 20: Part 2 "History and Necessity of Trains"
June 13, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.5 MBS2 Episode 20: Part 2 "History and Necessity of Trains" CONTROVERSY!!! POLITICS!! TRAINS!! It's a hot topic in Chile these days and Lenny and Bethany have all the (new!!) information for you! How will trains impact Chile? Good? Bad?? Why??? Let's talk about it! Support the show
S2 episode 19: NEWS UPDATE!
May 30, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 64 MBS2 episode 19: NEWS UPDATE! While we know you're waiting for trains, part 2, we had to give you all the updates from around the country. We have COVID news, constitution news, and....aliens? Plus more! Support the show
S2 episode 18: PART 1 "The History and Necessity of Trains in Chile."
May 16, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 74.1 MBS2 episode 18: PART 1 "The History and Necessity of Trains in Chile." In part 1, your hosts cover the fascinating history of trains in Chile. How Chile went from basically being a train empire, to lacking basic access to parts of the country. Lenny and Bethany also bring you some COVID updates, dino news, and more! Support the show
S2. Episode 17: The conflict in the Araucanía part 2
May 02, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 71.9 MBS2. Episode 17: The conflict in the Araucanía part 2 Your hosts Bethany and Lenny dive deeper into the conflict in the Araucanía region and what the Chilean government is doing to tackle the current situation. Lenny and Bethany also have all of your current news! Join us on Patreon for more updates, travel tips, and more! Support the show
S2. Episode 16: The Araucanía part 1
April 15, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBS2. Episode 16: The Araucanía part 1 Lenny and Bethany take on the conflict in the Araucanía. Part 1 focuses on the history of the region and a timeline of recent conflicts. The two also have all your most recent news.
S2. Episode 16: The Conflict in Araucanía part 1
April 15, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.3 MBS2. Episode 16: The Araucanía part 1 Lenny and Bethany take on the conflict in the Araucanía. Part 1 focuses on the history of the region and a timeline of recent conflicts. The two also have all your most recent news. Support the show