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MND Perspectives: The healing power of tradition in Mexico

MND Podcasts — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 16:24:16 +0000

Growing up in India, Tamanna Bembenek experienced vibrant traditions filled with family, food, and festivities. These celebrations brought joy, togetherness, and grounding through cultural rituals and community connections. In Mexico, there is similar cultural richness, particularly during religious holidays. Whether it’s sitting outside a church or observing community processions, the shared energy of faith and celebration resonates deeply.

This week on MND Perspectives, our subscriber-exclusive podcast, we look at how ceremony and tradition plays an important role in community cohesion and mental health.

Both India and Mexico highlight the power of traditions to foster social bonds, communal values, and a sense of belonging. Modern life often neglects these connections, contributing to loneliness and mental health challenges. Traditions — whether through family gatherings or shared creative pursuits — help anchor us. Inspired by a friend’s family tradition, Tamanna realized the importance of keeping life simple and prioritizing meaningful connections, proving that even small acts of togetherness can bring immense joy and grounding.

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from a Mexico News Daily article by Tamanna Bembenek. Edited by Kate Bohné. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Deep Dive: A case study of President Sheinbaum

MND Podcasts — Sun, 22 Dec 2024 15:23:20 +0000

President Claudia Sheinbaum has only been in Mexico’s top seat for three months, but the challenges she has faced in that time seem endless. Her diverse background — degrees in physics and energy engineering, a Nobel Peace Prize contribution, and tenure as Mexico City mayor — underscores her intellectual and political prowess. However, she faces immense challenges: Underinvestment in clean energy, PEMEX debt, and escalating cartel violence.

Globally, Sheinbaum must re-engage in international diplomacy amid strained U.S. relations under Trump’s second term and Canadian doubts about trade agreements. Domestically, she grapples with unfinished mega-projects, pressure to reform PEMEX, and a volatile security landscape. Her early decisions, like flying economy to the G20 summit, highlight her pragmatic approach, but numerous dilemmas demand poise, intellect, and resilience.

Our subscriber-exclusive podcast takes a look at her achievements so far, and the long road ahead for Mexico’s first female president.

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from a Mexico News Daily article by Travis Bembenek. Edited by Rose Eglhoff. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Perspectives: What I learned moving to Mexico

MND Podcasts — Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:42:59 +0000

When she gave up a high-flying corporate career in the United States to move to Mexico, Tamanna Bembenek learned a lot more about herself than she ever thought she would.

Here, our subscriber-exclusive podcast discusses Tamanna’s three biggest realizations and the joy she has discovered living in the country. She dives into key realizations about self-care as an act of self-love, redefining “diet” to include everything we consume — from media to relationships — and how Mexico’s vibrant culture taught her to find joy in everyday moments. Join us as Tamanna discusses finding energy, inspiration, and balance while navigating challenges and building a life full of purpose and connection.

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MND Perspectives: Rediscovering childlike wonder in Mexico

MND Podcasts — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 19:22:53 +0000

Mexico News Daily co-owner Tamanna Bembenek shares how a podcast invitation inspired her to reflect on her journey from a professional career to rediscovering childhood creativity in Mexico. The latest edition of our subscriber-exclusive podcast looks at how a move south of the border led to bigger changes than she could ever have expected.

Having been inspired by stories of inspiring female heroes, and the sense of limitless potential she felt as a child, Tamanna has been in search of recapturing that feeling of joy.

Embracing vibrant colors, nature and simple joys like painting and storytelling have all helped, as has limiting media consumption and focusing on curiosity, imagination, and resilience. Her journey highlights the transformative power of reconnecting with one’s inner child to dream and create anew.

What are her ten rules for life and what does Tamanna think about how you can recapture that same sense of optimism? The MND Perspectives podcast has the answers to all this and much more, as we take a look at how she rediscovered her sense of childlike wonder thanks to living in Mexico.

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from Mexico News Daily articles by Tamanna Bembenek. Edited by Kate Bohné. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Deep Dive: Querétaro’s data center boom

MND Podcasts — Sun, 08 Dec 2024 18:34:10 +0000

On this week’s edition of the Mexico News Daily Deep Dive podcast, we look at the factors driving investment in a slew of new, state-of-the-art data centers in the central state of Querétaro.

With natural resources in the area at such a premium, how are these giant data centers solving their demands for water? Will the construction of these new tech hubs help local communities, or harm them? What can we expect in the Querétaro region in the near future? We also take a look at why Querétaro is the ideal place for data centers and what exactly it is that attracts global corporations to this area of Mexico.

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from Mexico News Daily articles by Travis Bembenek, Thomas Buckley, Andy Altman-Ohr and Peter Davies. Edited by Rose Eglhoff, Caitlin Cooper and Kate Bohné. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Perspectives: Why don’t more students study abroad in Mexico?

MND Podcasts — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 16:02:14 +0000

With around 40,000 U.S. college students choosing to study in France and Spain every year, why do so few opt for neighbouring Mexico? While there might be an allure to life in Europe, what is it that is making Mexico so overlooked?

This week, the MND Perspectives podcast takes a look at the reasons that Mexico makes an ideal destination for foreign students and the skills that they could learn during their stay in the country. Using the experiences of Travis Bembenek, Mexico News Daily CEO, the podcast team discusses the opportunities for personal and professional growth awaiting those who choose to come and study in Mexico.

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from Mexico News Daily articles by Travis Bembenek. Edited by Kate Bohné. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Deep Dive: Mexico’s transpeninsular train

MND Podcasts — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 19:03:47 +0000

Can Mexico’s Isthmus of Tehuantepec rail project (CIIT) achieve its dream of becoming a “new Panama Canal” and will the sprawling infrastructure project bring prosperity to impoverished southern Mexico? Will the arrival of commercial giants such as Amazon help develop the states of Oaxaca, Chiapas and Veracruz, or is the scheme doomed to failure?

With foreign investment, rapid development times and an ambitious economic plan all in play, will President Sheinbaum be able to deliver on the promises of her predecessor? Mexico News Daily’s subscriber-exclusive podcast looks at one of the most ambitious development schemes in Mexican history to predict the benefits, pitfalls and future of the CIIT megaproject.

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from Mexico News Daily articles by Travis Bembenek, Peter Davies, Andy Altman-Ohr, Gabriela Solis and Cat Rainsford. Edited by Kate Bohné, Chris Havler-Barrett and Caitlin Cooper. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Perspectives: Senior healthcare in Mexico

MND Podcasts — Sun, 24 Nov 2024 16:49:24 +0000

In this episode of the MND Perspectives podcast, we explore a nascent but high-potential market: senior healthcare services in Mexico. With over 1.6 million U.S. citizens and thousands of Canadians — many retirees — calling Mexico home, demand for affordable, high-quality senior living and care is surging. Yet, supply remains scarce, and the sector faces challenges such as language barriers, staff training, and specialized medical care.

We also discuss why Mexico, with its young workforce, lower costs, and cultural respect for elders, is well-positioned to meet this need. Plus, we reflect on how this opportunity aligns with broader economic trends, including the rising costs of health care in the U.S. and Canada and the growing expat community.

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from Mexico News Daily articles by Travis Bembenek. Edited by Kate Bohné. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Perspectives: Will Mexico benefit from nearshoring?

MND Podcasts — Sun, 17 Nov 2024 17:08:51 +0000

In this week’s exclusive, subscribers-only MND Perspectives podcast, Travis Bembenek, CEO of Mexico News Daily, examines the potential risks and rewards of nearshoring for Mexicans. While foreign direct investment generally leads to more jobs, there is a risk that Mexican companies could be displaced by highly competitive foreign firms

Should Mexico should aim for higher-value jobs in areas such as engineering, research, and management, rather than simply replicating the low-wage, low-skill model of maquiladoras? Will the influx of international companies rushing to nearshore in Mexico ultimately help Mexicans, or damage local economies and offer poorly-paid and undesirable jobs?

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from Mexico News Daily articles by Travis Bembenek. Edited by Caitlin Cooper and Rose Eglhoff. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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MND Perspectives: What does a higher minimum wage mean for Mexico?

MND Podcasts — Sun, 10 Nov 2024 11:11:32 +0000

What is the current situation regarding wages in Mexico and what are the ramifications of the recent doubling of the minimum wage? Our new podcast on Mexico’s minimum wage has the details.

Mexico News Daily brings you to the stories on the economic challenges facing Mexico’s low-paid workers and examines the future of Mexico as a source of cheap labor. We’ll delve into the complexities of this issue, examining the political, social, and economic factors at play, and discuss what the future might hold for workers in Mexico. Will these incremental changes lead to lasting economic shifts, or is the country stuck in a cycle of low-wage labor?

This podcast was produced using AI tools. All information collected and discussed in this episode was investigated, written and edited by human journalists. Compiled from Mexico News Daily articles by Travis Bembenek and Peter Davies. Edited by Rose Eglhoff and Chris Havler-Barrett. Podcast produced by Chris Havler-Barrett.

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