Decoder
Southern PulseWelcome to Southern Pulse's Substack where we share articles curated for people who work on and in Latin America.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Twice weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 197 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 18 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
southernpulse.substack.comLatest Issues
A Bolsonaro donor's slave labor case: another test of Brazil's Dirty List
Inspectors at the farm (credit: Superintendência Regional do Trabalho em Mato Grosso)
On 15 July 2026, government labor inspectors served an infraction notice to Oscar Luiz Cervi, a big individual donor to Jair Bolsonaro’s 2022 presidentia...
How a bank employee became Tren de Aragua's cover in Chile
José Carlos Pérez Asencio (credit: LinkedIn)
On the morning of 2 June 2026, Chile’s Investigative Police (PDI) detained José Carlos Pérez Asencio, a 33-year-old Venezuelan national working as a collections specialist at Banco Santander in...
Brazil: when diplomacy beats labor law
A BYD-made taxi in the Brazilian city of Salvador (credit: BrazilianMedium)
Brazil’s anti-slavery registry is designed to leave enforcement officials no discretion: document the violation, publish the name, no exceptions. Luiz Felipe Brand...
US-Venezuela joint military op heralds wider Orinoco Mining Arc push
On 12 June 2026, President Donald Trump announced the death of Tren de Aragua leader Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero, aka Niño Guerrero, in a drone strike in Venezuela’s Bolívar state. He described it as a “swift and lethal kinetic strike” carr...
Is the US co-opting Mexican governors?
Alfonso Durazo (credit: Bernyxj7)
On 3 June 2026, the Los Angeles Times reported that the governor of Sonora, a former national security minister, has had his visa revoked and is under investigation for cartel connections. The governor, Al...
Key Facts
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Decoder.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 69 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
Southern Pulse provides strategic advisory services to help businesses operate successfully in Latin America.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Decoder?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Decoder on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Decoder have?
To see how many people subscribe to Decoder, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Decoder?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Decoder as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Decoder?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Decoder using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Decoder?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Decoder. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Decoder?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.