The Raid
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Hosted by six-time Emmy Award winner John Carlos Frey, THE RAID PODCAST is a deep dive into the frontlines of the ICE and Border Patrol immigration raids being implemented by the Trump administration. With an expert team of journalists and community members, the ever changing landscape and stories of the “mass deportation” are documented and broadcast. Learn firsthand what the raids feel like, whether they are lawful and what is happening to the people swept up by the unprecedented and ever increasing show of force.
Episodes
- DACA is Disappearing
This episode of The Raid, featuring investigative journalist John Carlos Frey, explains the ongoing dismantling of DACA. It highlights how policy changes, rather than a single order, are affecting recipients, marking a critical point in DA…
- East L.A. Under Siege: Sara Hernandez on the Raids & Running for Office
Sara Hernandez discusses her campaign for California State Senate District 26, focusing on immigration and community issues in East Los Angeles. She shares her experiences as a former teacher and immigration attorney, and discusses her pol…
- Twenty Years in the Courtroom — Then ICE Came
This episode of The Raid discusses the apprehension of Meenu Batra, an immigration court reporter, by ICE. Host John Carlos Frey speaks with investigative journalist Gaige Davila, who broke the story for The Texas Observer.
- Immigration Judges: The Purge
This episode of The Raid examines the Trump administration's firing of over 100 immigration judges and the hiring of new judges, many with limited immigration law experience. Investigative journalist John Carlos Frey investigates the impac…
- The Alert: Izzy Ramirez and LA Taco
Izzy Ramirez, a journalist for LA Taco, discusses his work covering immigration enforcement in Southern California. He covers ICE operations, deaths in detention, and political corruption.
- 18 and Unafraid
Cesar Vasquez, an 18-year-old organizer, discusses his work with 805 Undocufund, which provides emergency relief to undocumented residents in California's Central Coast. He also talks about La Cultura Del Mundo, an organization he founded,…
- Illegal: The Arrest of American Protestors
This episode investigates the arrests of over three hundred American citizens at immigration protests by federal immigration agents and Border Patrol officers. It examines cases where charges were dropped due to lack of evidence, often con…
- Immigrant Rights are Civil Rights
This episode of The Raid features Marc Philpart, Executive Director of the Black Freedom Fund. He discusses how lessons from past Black empowerment and civil rights struggles can inform the immigration rights movement of today.
- "I Came Home and They Were Gone," Diane Guerrero Tells Her Personal Story
Diane Guerrero, known for her acting roles, discusses her personal experience with her parents' deportation. She describes coming home at age 14 to find her parents gone after immigration officials arrested them. Guerrero is now an activis…
- Abolish ICE?
Former Border Patrol Agent Jenn Budd discusses her book about ICE and US Border Patrol. She explains why there is violence and lawlessness by these agencies and suggests methods to abolish or reform them.
- Media Propaganda and the Immigration Raids
On this episode of The Raid, Victor Picard discusses media propaganda and immigration raids. He explores the current media landscape, threats to democracy and the First Amendment, and media mergers.
- "God Doesn't Care if You Have Papers"
Tito Rodriguez, co-founder of the Local Hearts Foundation, discusses his organization's efforts to help at-risk families and underserved communities in Los Angeles. He describes how the foundation provided groceries and supplies to those i…
- "I Can't Breathe" Deaths Inside America's Immigration Detention System
This episode of The Raid investigates deaths within the US immigration detention system, highlighting specific cases and examining patterns of alleged medical neglect, physical abuse, and institutional impunity.
- Reshaping What it is to be American
Dr. Paul Ong discusses his analysis of data related to ICE raids and their impact on the U.S. immigration system. He also addresses how these raids are reshaping the demographic make-up of the United States.
- ICE is a Surveillance State
This episode of The Raid discusses how ICE utilizes various surveillance technologies, including flock cameras, Ring cameras, face recognition, and license plate readers. The episode explores the implications of this technology and data sh…
- DHS After Kristi Noem
This episode of The Raid features John Carlos Frey discussing the Department of Homeland Security. Frey investigates the top three officials in charge of the mass deportation campaign following Kristi Noem's departure.
- No More Asylum
This episode of The Raid discusses the halting of asylum cases in the United States. An attorney specializing in asylum law speaks about the changing landscape for asylum seekers, noting that many are now being barred from applying or are…
- Pediatricians Say ICE Detention for Children "Should Be Shuttered"
This episode features health reporter Barbara Rodriguez discussing the American Academy of Pediatrics' opposition to the detention of children for immigration purposes. The AAP has called for the release of all children in immigration dete…
- Mass Family Separation Flies Under the Radar
This episode of The Raid features John Carlos Frey discussing the separation of parents from their children during mass deportation efforts. He explores how changes in standard procedures have led to an increase in abandoned children.
- Immigrant Detention Facility Sued for Inhumane Conditions
The Immigrant Defenders Law Center has filed a lawsuit against the Adelanto immigrant detention facility in Southern California. The lawsuit alleges inhumane conditions and denial of basic necessities at the facility.
- Which Companies Profit from Mass Deportation?
This episode of The Raid features Nick Schwellenbach, who discusses companies profiting from mass deportation. The conversation covers companies such as Palantir, CSI Aviation, Geo Group, Core Civic, and Acquisition Logistics, and their lo…
- One Year After CECOT Prison in El Salvador - Where Are We Now?
This episode discusses the deportation of 238 Venezuelans to El Salvador and their imprisonment without trial. Human Rights Watch has labeled this a violation of national and international laws and human rights. The episode summarizes the…
- Speaking Truth to Power
Anat Shenker-Osorio, a political strategist, discusses communication strategies for progressive causes and immigrant rights. She also talks about the Brave of US coalition.
- Ring Cameras and ICE Surveillance
This episode of The Raid Podcast features Chris Jeffries and John Carlos Frey discussing ICE and federal agents accessing Ring Camera data for immigration-related operations. They explore the increasing surveillance state concerning ICE an…
- Immigrants Should Come the "Legal Way"
This episode of The Raid features John Carlos Frey discussing the increasing restrictions on legal immigration pathways to the United States. The segment covers the challenges immigrants face and issues such as legal limbo or pending depor…
- Angelica Salas and ICE Resistance
Angelica Salas, Executive Director of CHIRLA, discusses her experiences as an undocumented immigrant and CHIRLA's efforts to advocate for immigrant rights and policy changes. She also touches on her work in response to ICE raids in Los Ang…
- Minnesota After the Surge
Annie Nolte-Henning, Executive Director of Community Sponsorship Hub, talks about her work helping communities welcome refugees and the aftermath of "Operation Metro Surge" in Minnesota. She discusses the persistent fear and effects of the…
- Mass Deportation is Illegal
This episode of The Raid features John Carlos Frey, who investigates court filings, lawsuits, petitions, and rulings against the administration's efforts to deport people from the U.S. He also profiles the record number of court proceeding…
- Raids and Resistance: LA City Council Member Eunisses Hernandez Speaks Boldly
LA City Council Member Eunisses Hernandez speaks about immigration raids in her district, including an incident in MacArthur Park and "Operation Trojan Horse" where ICE agents apprehended day laborers.
- Bagpipes Through Tear Gas at ICE Protests
Jack Duffy, a college student, discusses his experiences playing bagpipes at ICE protests in various cities. He shares his motivations for protesting and how his peers view immigration issues.
- Loss of Millions of Dollars After the Raids - News Update
This episode of The Raid Podcast discusses the economic impact study on the after-effects of immigration raids in Los Angeles. John Carlos Frey analyzes the numbers related to the negative results on the local economy.
- Record Number of Children in Detention
Journalists Shannon Heffernan and Anna Flagg discuss their research on the rising number of children in immigration detention. John Carlos Frey also contributes to the discussion about family detention.
- Economics of the Raids
This episode features Dr. Manuel Pastor and John Carlos Frey discussing the socioeconomic effects of immigration raids. Dr. Pastor is a distinguished Professor at the University of Southern California and directs the Equity Research Instit…
- Third Country Deportations Cost Millions
This episode of The Raid examines the financial implications of deporting migrants to third countries. It highlights how these deportations can cost tens of millions of dollars, with some individual cases reaching up to a million dollars p…
- George Takei Relates His Personal Story of Internment to the Raids - PART 2
George Takei, known for his role in Star Trek, shares his personal story of being held in internment camps during WWII as a child. He draws comparisons between his family's experiences of forced removal and detention by the U.S. government…
- George Takei Relates His Personal Story of Internment to the Raids - PART 1
George Takei, known for Star Trek, shares his childhood experience of forced internment during WWII. He draws parallels between his family's detention and contemporary immigration raids.
- Children Harmed in Detention - News Update
This episode of The Raid features John Carlos Frey documenting the treatment of children in immigrant detention facilities. He discusses violations of norms and law, and the use of children as a deterrent strategy against future migration.
- Brandon Garrison is in Immigration Court Hell
This episode features Brandon Garrison, who shares his experience with his wife Gabriela's immigration detention. Gabriela, a legal resident with no criminal record, has been detained for five months, impacting their ability to complete US…
- Raids Escalate in LA - Memo Torres of LA Taco
Memo Torres of LA Taco joins John Carlos Frey to discuss the escalation of immigration raids in the Los Angeles area. Torres shares findings and details apprehensions by ICE and Border Patrol throughout Southern California.
- Crimes Committed by ICE and Border Patrol - The Raid News Update
This episode of The Raid features John Carlos Frey reporting on violent crimes attributed to ICE and Border Patrol agents. The discussion covers various incidents across the country.
- ICE Prosecutor with Racist X Account Back on the Job
This episode features investigative journalist Steven Monacelli discussing an ICE prosecutor. Monacelli's reporting exposed the prosecutor for having a racially charged social media account, and he shares his findings on why the individual…
- Raids Continue in California
This episode discusses ongoing immigration raids in Southern and Central California. Patricia Solorio, associate director at the Fund for Santa Barbara, shares insights on immigration enforcement challenges in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbar…
- Gregory Bovino and News Update with CALO News
This episode of The Raid Podcast features a discussion with journalists Amairani Hernandez and Michelle Zacarias from CALO News. They talk about Gregory Bovino's return to El Centro, CA, as sector chief and an increase in Border Patrol rai…
- Pregnant Women Shackled in Immigrant Detention
Eunice Cho, senior counsel at the ACLU National Prison Project, discusses the conditions of pregnant women in immigrant detention. She raises concerns about the escalation of new detention facilities and the decreasing state of care for de…
- ICE is Detaining Native Americans
This episode of The Raid examines the detention of Native Americans during recent ICE raids. Guests discuss how tribal identification has not been accepted in some cases, despite all Native peoples being US citizens.
- Deaths in Immigrant Detention - The Raid News Update
This episode of The Raid News Update focuses on the record pace of immigrant deaths in detention. John Carlos Frey utilizes ICE data to shed light on the fatalities within the expanding immigrant detention population.
- Immigrant Detention Watch with Silky Shah
Silky Shah, executive director of Detention Watch Network, discusses the history of immigrant detention and its escalation during the Trump era. Detention Watch Network is a coalition dedicated to abolishing the immigration detention syste…
- LA Times Gustavo Arellano on the ICE Raids
Gustavo Arellano speaks about immigration raids, white supremacy, and the current state of media. He provides a Latino perspective on these issues.
- Believe Your Eyes and Ears - The Raid News Update - Week of Jan. 12
John Carlos Frey provides a news update on immigration raids from the week of January 12. He discusses the escalation of these raids and encourages listeners to believe what they are seeing and hearing about immigration enforcement.
- NPR Correspondent Jasmine Garsd on the Long Term Impacts of the Raids
Jasmine Garsd, NPR's immigration correspondent, discusses the long-term effects of immigration raids on the economy and upward mobility of affected immigrant populations. She also references her piece on undocumented parents preparing for…