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Sérgio Tavares; The “Fake Judge” Documentary, Arrest in Brazil & the Fight for Free Speech

Sérgio Tavares; The “Fake Judge” Documentary, Arrest in Brazil & the Fight for Free Speech.

A conversation on institutional authority, political dissent and the boundaries of democratic power.

In this episode of Podcast Portugal, Justin West speaks with Sérgio Tavares, the independent political commentator behind Canal Sérgio Tavares, about his controversial documentary in which he challenges the authority of Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes.

The discussion explores the reasoning behind the documentary, the reaction it generated, and the broader questions it raises about institutional legitimacy, judicial power and freedom of expression. Sérgio also recounts his detention while reporting in Brazil and reflects on how that experience shaped his views on state authority and democratic accountability.

From Brazil to Portugal and the wider European context, this episode examines sovereignty, media narratives, free speech and the evolving balance between institutional protection and political dissent.

For more information about Sérgio Tavares and to find links to his Youtube documentaries follow his Instagram @canal_sergiotavares

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A conversation on institutional authority, political dissent and the boundaries of democratic power.

In this episode of Podcast Portugal, Justin West speaks with Sérgio Tavares, the independent political commentator behind Canal Sérgio Tavares, about his controversial documentary in which he challenges the authority of Brazilian Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes.

The discussion explores the reasoning behind the documentary, the reaction it generated, and the broader questions it raises about institutional legitimacy, judicial power and freedom of expression. Sérgio also recounts his detention while reporting in Brazil and reflects on how that experience shaped his views on state authority and democratic accountability.

From Brazil to Portugal and the wider European context, this episode examines sovereignty, media narratives, free speech and the evolving balance between institutional protection and political dissent.

For more information about Sérgio Tavares and to find links to his Youtube documentaries follow his Instagram @canal_sergiotavares

To book flexible dates surf coaching sessions, to find out about immersive surf training camps, online video analysis program and special JWC rates for using SurfREC, head to justinwestcoaching.com

Revolut Personal click this link

Revolut Business referral link

Travel smarter, stay connected — download Airalo SIM cards before your next adventure.

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