How dark money and shadow companies deforest Indonesia and derail its democracy




Mongabay Newscast show

Summary: On this episode we explore revelations about “shadow companies” and dark money associated with the palm oil sector, and how they factor into Mongabay’s ongoing investigation into corruption fueling Indonesia’s rainforest destruction and land rights crises (plus how these factors derail democracy in this huge country). Host Mike Gaworecki speaks with guest Phil Jacobson, Mongabay's Indonesia editor. Plus we round up the top environmental news, so if you like what you hear, please subscribe and tell