May 6, 2025 • 50 mins
Murph teams up with DEA veteran Leo Silva to expose the brutal rise of Los Zetas, one of Mexico’s most violent drug trafficking organizations. Leo shares gripping firsthand accounts from his time battling drug cartels in Mexico, detailing the horrifying realities of kidnappings, extortion, and mass disappearances. Discover how Los Zetas transformed the drug trade through unprecedented levels of violence and terror.
Murph and Leo dive into the origins of Los Zetas, their military background, and their shocking attacks on U.S. interests, including the U.S. Consulate. Learn how interagency cooperation evolved to combat these powerful and ruthless cartels.
Murph and Leo dive into the origins of Los Zetas, their military background, and their shocking attacks on U.S. interests, including the U.S. Consulate. Learn how interagency cooperation evolved to combat these powerful and ruthless cartels.
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