Episode 184: Daniel Alarcón

Daniel Alarcón, a novelist and co-founder of the Spanish-language podcast *Radio Ambulante*, details the intersection of his literary career and investigative journalism. His work, deeply influenced by his upbringing in Peru and his time teaching in the San Juan de Lurigancho district, draws from the stark realities of prison life and social displacement. Alarcón balances the solitary nature of writing novels with the collaborative, high-stakes environment of audio production. He shares the challenges of reporting on sensitive topics, such as the murder of a game show contestant, and addresses the complexities of cultural identity and the external pressure for "authentic" narratives from ethnic writers. By leveraging his dual background, Alarcón creates narrative-driven stories that bridge the gap between Latin American experiences and a broader global audience, while constantly seeking to innovate within the evolving podcasting medium.