Dinner & Talk Mariana van Zeller

Mariana van Zeller is an award-winning Portuguese journalist and documentary filmmaker, internationally recognized for her investigative reporting in some of the world’s most dangerous and complex regions.
With the National Geographic series “Trafficked with Mariana van Zeller”, in which she explores underground economies and criminal networks — from drug and arms trafficking to financial schemes, cybercrimes, and smuggling — Mariana has become one of the most respected voices in global investigative journalism.
In “The Hidden Third,” her weekly podcast, she investigates underground markets and their complexities, with episodes focusing on figures such as smugglers, scammers, and others involved in these worlds.
Throughout her career, the journalist has been honored with numerous awards, including 9 Emmys, a Peabody Award, among others, standing out for her courage, rigor, and ability to tell complex stories in a clear and profound way.