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Katarina Szulc - Inside the Cartels' Secret Smuggling Operation in Port of Vancouver | SRS #212

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Katarina Szulc is a Canadian freelance journalist based in Mexico, renowned for her hard-hitting investigative reporting on cartel violence, political corruption, and social issues. A 2021 graduate of the BCIT Journalism program, she has covered breaking news, politics, and community stories for outlets like CBC, CityNews Vancouver, and Substack, where her newsletter dives into Mexico’s gritty underbelly, including U.S.-Mexico anti-cartel strategies and criminal indictments. Previously, Szulc reported on local issues in Edmonton and Vancouver, focusing on government policies, public safety, and affordable housing, often incorporating data-driven analysis. Szulc’s work spans television, radio, online platforms, and audio storytelling.

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00:00 Introduction & Gaining Access to Cartels
08:30 Cartel Activity in Canada
15:33 Law Enforcement Challenges
32:09 Recruitment Strategies & Influence
45:05 Cartels Expanding into Oil & Agriculture
52:27 Impact on Mexican Farmers & Infrastructure
59:22 Border Security & Cartel Control
01:06:45 Cartel Warfare & Technology
01:25:56 Ties to China & Fentanyl Production
01:42:31 Propaganda & Social Media Recruitment
01:54:50 Cartel Influence in US Politics
02:07:19 Terror Links & Military Options
02:16:27 Final Thoughts & Conclusion

20 Comments

@johnfry9010 1 year ago (edited)

I have said for years , that the Cartels could not exist without Politicians who are compromised , That includes the U.S. and Canada !

@thisguy7227 1 year ago

Whats crazy about this is that she is basically saying that Trump is right to pressure Canada to do more to stop the flow of fentanyl

@levihayward6762 1 year ago

Canadian here! Please keep exposing our corrupt horrible government

@cmayjean 1 year ago

Prayers over her for protection and huge respect to

@Spruce-Bug 1 year ago

As a Canadian, this is just shameful. Our government is not only failing it's own citizens, but our allies as well.

@wildcat8598 1 year ago

It’s always refreshing seeing actual journalists who do actual journalism rather than being a mouthpiece for pay.

@rachelp8183 1 year ago

This girl is so brave! And only 24 years old, may God protect her in her endeavors! ❤

@SleepyMamaXx 1 year ago

It's amazing how anyone can hear this and still think we should be letting anyone into any country without knowing who they are, why they're here, etc.

@briank8720 1 year ago

I admire how she isn’t afraid to say “I don’t know,” instead of make something up and report it as fact as so many journalists do nowadays.

@vv.8927 1 year ago

BEST interview!
Major respect for this woman!
The essence of true journalism!
I hope she stays safe and protected. 🙏🏼

@AgeDrain 1 year ago

Finally a Journalist doing actual journalism. They are rare. Canada protect her.

@RHCV888 1 year ago

i enjoyed this particular video, very informative to hear both sides. this is what we don't hear on U.S media news outlets

@jjfreedom921 1 year ago

What a brave young woman. May God watch over her

@catnipmafia1 1 year ago

I don't think she looks older than 24. It's her maturity level, her mannerisms and the way she carries herself. She has wisdom that exudes experience beyond her young years.

@Alog74 1 year ago

This girl is a hero but also she needs protection. Like 24/7.I pray she's safe. God bless her. Thank you for exposing Canada's part in the darkness.

@Waylon6565 1 year ago

As a Canadian I can assure you that this isn’t just happening in Vancouver it’s happening EVERYWHERE

@alangracia998 1 year ago (edited)

I am Mexican national, to be specific from Durango a Cartel de Sinaloa stronghold, and she hasn't told a single lie. Most of my state government has been hand-picked by the cartel. Mexican government has been compromised for a long time. Besides most of the gasoline that's sold in here, has to pay certain amount of tax to cartels, also the mining industry, the construction industry, agronomy and agriculture sectors has to pay those taxes too. People are tired of cartels, but if you raise your voice you might get decapitated. There has been an increase regarding kidnapping young males from ages of 15-25 years old being labeled as a missing people, but in reality, they were sent to fight the current war in Sinaloa. It's a shit show and the current federal government doesn't do shit

@HarryLongy 1 year ago

I'm a Vancouverite - thank you for finally bringing this up. I can see the ports from my window, and it's crazy how much is coming in unchecked! Well done to Katarina for this fantastic journalism.

@Michelleswaggart 8 months ago

Amazing episode!! Thank you so much SR🙏🏼🇨🇦

@FranciscoSoto3276 1 year ago

I listened to this today at work. now I'm watching it at my home. I always find I need to listen or watch at least twice so I don't miss to much. Katarina, May the Lord watch over you and Protect you always. THANK YOU FOR BEING A WARRIOR.