Mexico Unlocked
Mexico Unlocked
Ricardo Arenas

Mexico Unlocked

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🇲🇽 Mexico Unlocked is your ultimate English-language guide for expats, students, and digital nomads wanting to live, study, and thrive in Mexico.

We cover everything from visas, costs, and healthcare to culture, language, and making friends. With a unique blend of personal stories, interviews, and carefully crafted AI-generated insights, hosting and summaries, this podcast helps you unlock the real Mexico — beyond the tourist brochures.

🎧 Subscribe now and join the adventure with Mexico Unlocked Podcast!
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🌼💀 El verdadero origen del Día de Muertos: entre la tradición, el mestizaje y la Catrina
04 November 2025

🌼💀 El verdadero origen del Día de Muertos: entre la tradición, el mestizaje y la Catrina

¿Sabías que el Día de Muertos no siempre fue como lo conocemos hoy? Detrás de los altares, las calaveras y el aroma del pan de muerto se esconde una historia fascinante: una fusión entre antiguas creencias indígenas y la influencia del catolicismo español que transformó por completo el modo en que México honra a sus difuntos.En este episodio de The Mexico Unlocked Podcast, exploramos cómo esta...
ÂżY si MĂ©xico gana el Mundial? | El Muro de la Duda
25 October 2025

ÂżY si MĂ©xico gana el Mundial? | El Muro de la Duda

¿Y si México gana el Mundial?La pregunta suena a fantasía, a meme, a sueño imposible… pero también a espejo.Un espejo de lo que creemos —o no creemos— que somos capaces de lograr.En este episodio de Mexico Unlocked, nos detenemos frente al Muro de la Duda: esa frontera invisible que nos separa de la fe colectiva.¿Por qué un país que vibra, canta y se desvive por su selección, se ríe ante la idea...
🇲🇽 Beyond the Grito: The Unfiltered Story of Mexico's Independence
17 September 2025

🇲🇽 Beyond the Grito: The Unfiltered Story of Mexico's Independence

Ready to dig deeper into Mexican history? Our latest "Mexico Unlocked" episode shatters the myths you think you know about Mexico's Independence Day. We're going beyond the fireworks and "Viva MĂ©xico!" to explore the complex, often contradictory, forces that shaped this pivotal moment.Whether you're an expat living in Mexico, a digital nomad exploring its vibrant culture, or a student of Latin...
Mexico’s 2026 World Cup Kickoff
23 August 2025

Mexico’s 2026 World Cup Kickoff

Mexico is opening the 2026 FIFA World Cup—and the party starts at the legendary Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, 2026. This Mexico Unlocked episode maps out everything international fans (expats, students, digital nomads, long-weekend travelers) need to know to plan an unforgettable—and efficient—World Cup trip across Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. We break down the confirmed...
Porfirio Díaz: Mexico’s Forgotten Hero 🇲🇽⚡
14 August 2025

Porfirio Díaz: Mexico’s Forgotten Hero 🇲🇽⚡

What if one of Mexico’s most controversial leaders was actually one of its greatest visionaries? For decades, Porfirio Díaz has been portrayed as a dictator — but buried beneath the myths is the story of a man who modernized Mexico, built railroads that connected a nation, reformed education, attracted foreign investment, and laid the foundations for economic growth and stability.In this...
The Ironed Ghost Nurse: Mexico’s Creepiest Hospital Haunting
06 August 2025

The Ironed Ghost Nurse: Mexico’s Creepiest Hospital Haunting

💀 Ever felt the chill of a hospital corridor at 3 a.m.?In Mexico, that fear has a name: La Planchada — The Ironed Lady.Whispers echo through abandoned hallways: a nurse in a perfectly pressed uniform appears at the bedside of the sick. Her face? Cold yet strangely compassionate. Her purpose? No one knows. Some patients recover miraculously after seeing her… while others never wake up.👉 In this...
Gentrification in Mexico City: Who Wins, Who Loses, and What’s Next?
27 July 2025

Gentrification in Mexico City: Who Wins, Who Loses, and What’s Next?

Episode Description Is Mexico City becoming the next global hotspot — or losing its soul in the process? In this episode of Mexico Unlocked, we dive deep into one of the city’s most controversial transformations: gentrification. Over the past decade, iconic neighborhoods like Roma, Condesa, Juárez, and the Centro Histórico have transformed into vibrant hubs attracting digital nomads,...
Mexico’s Unspoken Rules: Social Etiquette Every Foreigner Must Know (and Avoid!)
24 July 2025

Mexico’s Unspoken Rules: Social Etiquette Every Foreigner Must Know (and Avoid!)

Episode DescriptionNavigating Mexico’s vibrant culture is exciting — but knowing the unwritten rules of social etiquette can be the difference between blending in and standing out for the wrong reasons. Whether you’re moving to Mexico as an expat, spending a semester abroad as a student, or exploring the country as a digital nomad, understanding these cultural nuances will help you connect, avoid...
The Cannibal Writer of Mexico City: The Chilling Case of José Luis Calva
13 July 2025

The Cannibal Writer of Mexico City: The Chilling Case of José Luis Calva

🎙️ Episode Description:When police entered the modest apartment of José Luis Calva in Mexico City’s Guerrero neighborhood, they expected to question a man about a missing woman. What they found instead was a nightmare: human remains in the fridge, bones in a cereal box, and a half-finished manuscript about a cannibalistic character that mirrored Calva’s real life.In this gripping episode of...
Voices That Shaped a Nation: Greatest Mexican Singers of All Time
10 July 2025

Voices That Shaped a Nation: Greatest Mexican Singers of All Time

🌎 Episode Description Are you ready to dive into the soulful, passionate, and unforgettable voices that have defined Mexico’s musical legacy? Whether you're an expat, a student exploring Mexican culture, or a digital nomad soaking in the local vibe, this episode of Mexico Unlocked is your gateway to discovering the most legendary Mexican singers of all time.From the golden age of ranchera to the...