<![CDATA[The Ripple Effect]]>e755ca37-4235-58be-a4c1-d10a3b9b086bSat, 21 Jun 2025 12:38:22 +0000Captivate.fmGlobal Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crimehttps://artwork.captivate.fm/6d48bfdf-f02e-425d-8e84-b77207b3904f/tKykGx7m92VaI4MmS94cDZce.jpgThe Ripple EffectGlobal Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeGlobal Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeIn many parts of the world, assassinations have become a daily occurrence. Data collected by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime shows that at least 2,700 people were victims of contract killings between 2019 and 2020 in 84 countries. Many of which were members of civil society. In this podcast we bear witness to the victims of organized crime by looking at why certain individuals or groups of individuals are at risk of assassination, and what can be done to prevent it.https://the-ripple-effect.captivate.fmfalseserialnopodcastSeason 2! Underworlds with Mark Shaw - Underworlds with Mark ShawSeason 2! Underworlds with Mark Shaw - Underworlds with Mark ShawUnderworlds with Mark Shaw is returning for another season.

Mark sits down with authors to discuss their investigations into the murky world of organized crime.

In season two, we hear about a range of stories such as money laundering and cryptocurrency; the 'Ndrangheta's expansion from Calabria, Italy to other countries of Europe.

Also the story of a leading South African police officer, who was tasked with investigating the Italian mafia in South Africa by Nelson Mandela.

A fascinating story about one of the largest frauds in the history of the maritime industry. The growth and evolution of ransomware market, and finally a history of modern Russia told through the stories of four very different criminals.

The series is hosted by Mark Shaw, the Director of the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. Mark is also an author of a number of books on organized crime in South Africa.

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🎧Deep Dive: Exploring Organized Crime - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXSX1Xu1kM0spSX0QUq7j0NmIZOqyDTZQ

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]]>Underworlds with Mark Shaw is returning for another season.

Mark sits down with authors to discuss their investigations into the murky world of organized crime.

In season two, we hear about a range of stories such as money laundering and cryptocurrency; the 'Ndrangheta's expansion from Calabria, Italy to other countries of Europe.

Also the story of a leading South African police officer, who was tasked with investigating the Italian mafia in South Africa by Nelson Mandela.

A fascinating story about one of the largest frauds in the history of the maritime industry. The growth and evolution of ransomware market, and finally a history of modern Russia told through the stories of four very different criminals.

The series is hosted by Mark Shaw, the Director of the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime. Mark is also an author of a number of books on organized crime in South Africa.

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📱 Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@UCP-lqJdhM-9iDKkswuVcXZA

🌎 VISIT US! Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime - https://globalinitiative.net/

🎧WHY NOT TRY OUR OTHER PODCASTS:

🎧Deep Dive: Exploring Organized Crime - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXSX1Xu1kM0spSX0QUq7j0NmIZOqyDTZQ

🎧The Index - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLXSX1Xu1kM0uc_4CftGl8PrwHA3IK5WeI

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FOLLOW US

X - @gitoc

LinkedIn - @Global Initiative against Transnational Organized Crime

IG - @gi_toc

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]]>f1483467-2f63-4787-b82d-56848865f254Sat, 21 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +010002:14falsetrailerGlobal Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeHow the International Community can help Investigations and end ImpunityHow the International Community can help Investigations and end ImpunityIn the last episode, we look at the issue that underpins most contract killings: impunity. With impunity rates so high for the murder of journalists, environmentalists, and others, it can sometimes feel like a losing battle.

But convictions can be secured. Corruption that leads to assassinations can be exposed, and the masterminds put behind bars.

What changes are needed to disrupt the system of collusion that enables contract killings? And how can the international community step in?

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Agnes Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International and former UN Special Rapporteur in Extrajudicial Killing

Steve Carmody, the head of investigation of the Wildlife Justice Commission

Judge Antonio Balsamo, Prosecutor General of the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation and Professor of Criminal law at the Faculty of Law of the LUMSA

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>In the last episode, we look at the issue that underpins most contract killings: impunity. With impunity rates so high for the murder of journalists, environmentalists, and others, it can sometimes feel like a losing battle.

But convictions can be secured. Corruption that leads to assassinations can be exposed, and the masterminds put behind bars.

What changes are needed to disrupt the system of collusion that enables contract killings? And how can the international community step in?

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Agnes Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International and former UN Special Rapporteur in Extrajudicial Killing

Steve Carmody, the head of investigation of the Wildlife Justice Commission

Judge Antonio Balsamo, Prosecutor General of the Italian Supreme Court of Cassation and Professor of Criminal law at the Faculty of Law of the LUMSA

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>1b1c7a74-72da-496b-a491-cca775bdfba5Mon, 06 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +010011:32falsefull1111111Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeTracing Crime Scene to MastermindTracing Crime Scene to MastermindWhen a contract killing is committed it is up to the authorities to find out who is responsible. Not only the person who pulled the trigger, but also the person who ordered the assassination. How do law enforcement investigate this? From crime scene to the ultimate mastermind behind the attack.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Agnes Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International and former UN Special Rapporteur in Extrajudicial Killing

Steve Carmody, the head of investigation of the Wildlife Justice Commission

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>When a contract killing is committed it is up to the authorities to find out who is responsible. Not only the person who pulled the trigger, but also the person who ordered the assassination. How do law enforcement investigate this? From crime scene to the ultimate mastermind behind the attack.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Agnes Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International and former UN Special Rapporteur in Extrajudicial Killing

Steve Carmody, the head of investigation of the Wildlife Justice Commission

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>9bb2be61-1406-4147-aa92-a1c0cebe532eMon, 23 Jan 2023 06:00:00 +010012:49falsefull1101101Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeThe Road to Protecting PoliticiansThe Road to Protecting PoliticiansIn this episode Ana explores how we respond to the assassination of politicians, and what needs to change to make sure that politicians cannot be murdered with impunity.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Romain Le-Cour Grandmaison, Senior Expert, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Gemma Dipoppa, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Brown University, United States.

Antônio Sampaio, Senior Analyst, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>In this episode Ana explores how we respond to the assassination of politicians, and what needs to change to make sure that politicians cannot be murdered with impunity.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Romain Le-Cour Grandmaison, Senior Expert, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Gemma Dipoppa, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Brown University, United States.

Antônio Sampaio, Senior Analyst, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>45323489-128f-445a-8335-f72ff1087c1cMon, 19 Dec 2022 09:00:00 +010014:18falsefull19191Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeAssassination of Politicians: Low Cost, High GainAssassination of Politicians: Low Cost, High GainWhen most politicians are elected to office, public criticism is the worst they will face. But for some politicians, they become targets for assassination. In this episode of The Ripple Effect, Ana explores why this is the case, why politicians are at risk of assassination and the role of organized crime.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Romain Le-Cour Grandmaison, Senior Expert, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Gemma Dipoppa, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Brown University, United States.

Antônio Sampaio, Senior Analyst, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>When most politicians are elected to office, public criticism is the worst they will face. But for some politicians, they become targets for assassination. In this episode of The Ripple Effect, Ana explores why this is the case, why politicians are at risk of assassination and the role of organized crime.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Romain Le-Cour Grandmaison, Senior Expert, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Gemma Dipoppa, Assistant Professor of Political Science at Brown University, United States.

Antônio Sampaio, Senior Analyst, Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>c58dbbf6-e564-42e9-814c-9c4ac92542c7Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:00:00 +010013:13falsefull18181Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeWhat needs to change to protect Environmentalists?What needs to change to protect Environmentalists?In this episode of The Ripple Effect, Ana looks at the practical steps that can be taken to protect environmentalists from the many threats they face. She also explores alternative approaches governments and corporations can take to make sure environmentalists and indigenous voices are heard.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Maiara Folly, Co-founder and Programme Director at Plataforma CIPÓ - Twitter

Billy Kyte, Independent Consultant on Conflict Mitigation and Peace Building, and member of the GI network of experts - Twitter

Rachel Cox, Senior Campaigner and Investigations at Global Witness - Twitter

Additional Links:

**Update** The Guardian - Brazilian police name alleged ‘mastermind’ behind murders of Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>In this episode of The Ripple Effect, Ana looks at the practical steps that can be taken to protect environmentalists from the many threats they face. She also explores alternative approaches governments and corporations can take to make sure environmentalists and indigenous voices are heard.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Maiara Folly, Co-founder and Programme Director at Plataforma CIPÓ - Twitter

Billy Kyte, Independent Consultant on Conflict Mitigation and Peace Building, and member of the GI network of experts - Twitter

Rachel Cox, Senior Campaigner and Investigations at Global Witness - Twitter

Additional Links:

**Update** The Guardian - Brazilian police name alleged ‘mastermind’ behind murders of Dom Phillips and Bruno Pereira

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>ebfd8f67-0983-41f2-9b3d-0aee49af533cMon, 21 Nov 2022 12:30:00 +010014:08falsefull17171Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeWho stands to gain from attacks on Environmentalists?Who stands to gain from attacks on Environmentalists?In this episode, we guide you through the struggles environmentalists face. These people are on the frontline of the climate crisis, yet they face imminent threats from other powerful forces. Who stands to gain from the attacks on environmentalists?

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Judy Pasimio, Coordinator for LILAK (Purple Action for Indigenous Women’s Rights).

Liliana Jauregui, Senior Expert Environmental Justice from IUCN.

Rachel Cox, Campaigner and Investigations at Global Witness.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>In this episode, we guide you through the struggles environmentalists face. These people are on the frontline of the climate crisis, yet they face imminent threats from other powerful forces. Who stands to gain from the attacks on environmentalists?

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Judy Pasimio, Coordinator for LILAK (Purple Action for Indigenous Women’s Rights).

Liliana Jauregui, Senior Expert Environmental Justice from IUCN.

Rachel Cox, Campaigner and Investigations at Global Witness.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>43b5339d-20e8-4a81-b25b-5bbda891d6d5Mon, 31 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +010010:35falsefull16161Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeHow can we protect Human Rights Defenders?How can we protect Human Rights Defenders?Welcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Following on from the last episodes, we look at how we can protect human rights defenders against violence.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Roxanna Althoz, Human Rights Lawyer, who was part of the international investigation into the murder of the indigenous environmentalist campaigner, Berta Cáceres in Honduras in 2016.

Michelle Foley, HRD Memorial Project Coordinator, Frontline Defenders

Juan Pappier, Senior Researcher for Americas at Human Rights Watch

Maureen Meyer, Vice President for Programs at the Washington Office on Latin America.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

Bloomberg - Did the Avocado Cartels kill Mexico 'Butterfly King'?

]]>Welcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

Following on from the last episodes, we look at how we can protect human rights defenders against violence.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Roxanna Althoz, Human Rights Lawyer, who was part of the international investigation into the murder of the indigenous environmentalist campaigner, Berta Cáceres in Honduras in 2016.

Michelle Foley, HRD Memorial Project Coordinator, Frontline Defenders

Juan Pappier, Senior Researcher for Americas at Human Rights Watch

Maureen Meyer, Vice President for Programs at the Washington Office on Latin America.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

Bloomberg - Did the Avocado Cartels kill Mexico 'Butterfly King'?

]]>6dc8c565-055e-4061-967f-f181b73c40fdTue, 04 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +010012:59falsefull15151Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeThe Threat Against Human Rights DefendersThe Threat Against Human Rights DefendersWelcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

In this episode we look at the threat against human rights defenders. What makes these brave individuals a target for assassination?

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Michelle Foley, HRD Memorial Project Coordinator, Frontline Defenders

Juan Pappier, Senior Researcher for Americas at Human Rights Watch

Maureen Meyer, Vice President for Programs at the Washington Office on Latin America.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

Bloomberg - Did the Avocado Cartels kill Mexico 'Butterfly King'?

]]>Welcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

In this episode we look at the threat against human rights defenders. What makes these brave individuals a target for assassination?

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Michelle Foley, HRD Memorial Project Coordinator, Frontline Defenders

Juan Pappier, Senior Researcher for Americas at Human Rights Watch

Maureen Meyer, Vice President for Programs at the Washington Office on Latin America.

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

Bloomberg - Did the Avocado Cartels kill Mexico 'Butterfly King'?

]]>26714a21-9c0f-43bc-9c0f-08fcca889a67Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +010010:51falsefull14141Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeFighting impunityFighting impunityWelcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

In this episode we look at how civil society can mobilize itself to fight against impunity, and reduce harm to journalists and other civil society actors.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Andrew Caruana Galizia – co-founder of the Daphne Caruana Galizia Foundation and son of journalist, Daphne Caruana Galizia

Guilherme Canela Godoi – who is currently heading the global unit on freedom of expression and safety of journalists at UNESCO

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>Welcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

In this episode we look at how civil society can mobilize itself to fight against impunity, and reduce harm to journalists and other civil society actors.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Andrew Caruana Galizia – co-founder of the Daphne Caruana Galizia Foundation and son of journalist, Daphne Caruana Galizia

Guilherme Canela Godoi – who is currently heading the global unit on freedom of expression and safety of journalists at UNESCO

Additional Links:

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>91d56597-ae7c-4986-9ea7-7817a95ff5bcMon, 05 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +010014:52falsefull13131Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeWhy are journalists vulnerable to killings by organized crime?Why are journalists vulnerable to killings by organized crime?Welcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

In this episode, we explore the reasons why journalists are vulnerable to killings by organized crime.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Guilherme Canela Godoi – who is currently heading the global unit on freedom of expression and safety of journalists at UNESCO

Frank Smyth, the Senior Advisor for journalist security at the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Pauline Adès-Mével – Editor-in-chief / Spokeswoman at Reporters Without Borders (RSF)

Additional Links

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>Welcome to The Ripple Effect from the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime.

In this episode, we explore the reasons why journalists are vulnerable to killings by organized crime.

HOST: Ana Paula Oliveira, GITOC

INTERVIEWEE(S):

Guilherme Canela Godoi – who is currently heading the global unit on freedom of expression and safety of journalists at UNESCO

Frank Smyth, the Senior Advisor for journalist security at the Committee to Protect Journalists.

Pauline Adès-Mével – Editor-in-chief / Spokeswoman at Reporters Without Borders (RSF)

Additional Links

Global Assassination Monitor

Faces of Assassination

Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime

]]>ad5a1ff2-da4b-4189-94e1-22700390ab9dMon, 22 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +010012:54falsefull12121Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized CrimeComing Soon: The Ripple Effect...Coming Soon: The Ripple Effect...The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime presents The Ripple Effect.

In this podcast we bear witness to the victims of organized crime.

Available soon wherever you get your podcasts.

]]>The Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime presents The Ripple Effect.

In this podcast we bear witness to the victims of organized crime.

Available soon wherever you get your podcasts.

]]>c1c25362-504f-4f95-9290-b772bee7a106Wed, 10 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +010001:00falsetrailer11111Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime