Category Archives: Journeys

Musical Protests in Bogotá, 8 December

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Richard

The recent demonstrations in Colombia have been called nebulous due to the vast array of causes being promoted, those who support them are being told to pack their bags and head to neighbouring Venezuela to thrive under 21st century socialism and … Continue reading →

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#21N, the strike as seen from Bogotá

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Richard

Some thoughts on Bogotá’s #21N protests #21N was an overwhelmingly peaceful march until some idiots tried to steal the narrative. #21N matters as did the nighttime cacerolazo which took back the narrative from the violent agitators. President Duque’s late night … Continue reading →

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Colombia’s misplaced patriotism?

Posted on November 5, 2019 by Richard

Colombians are a proud people and rightly so, but, let us explore some of the misplaced patriotism behind the national symbols. Continue reading →

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Times of Trouble: An Existential Crisis on a Colombian Highway

Posted on October 20, 2018 by Richard

The thermometer on my dashboard reads 82 degrees Fahrenheit, my air conditioning is on and we are cruising along comfortably. My preferred grunge tracks keep me on course taking in effortlessly the curves of Colombia’s Route 45A, the thudding syrupy … Continue reading →

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