Ep 212: Pt 1: Ed Calderon – Exposing Mexican Sinaloa and CJNG Cartels

Episode 218 | by Steve Murphy | 2025-09-01 23:00:00

With raw insight from his years on the ground, Ed Calderon uncovers the role of women in cartel operations, the cross-border struggles between Mexico and the U.S., and the devastating human cost of cartel violence.

Former Mexican counter-cartel specialist Ed Calderon takes us inside the violent and ever-changing world of Mexican drug cartels. From the fragmentation of the Sinaloa Cartel to the terrifying rise of the New Generation Cartel (CJNG), Ed reveals how cartel warfare has become more militarized, brutal, and unpredictable than ever before. He shares his powerful advocacy work, including how his clothing line funds awareness and support for victims.