Best Gang Alternative Podcasts (2025)

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Fire it up: When is a potjie considered a potjie? 9:30

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“Steak Chop van Zijl” (Jaap-Henk Koelewijn) of Braai Witness News is guiding Lester Kiewit through all finer points when it comes to preparing a lekker potjie meal, tackling meaty issues such as flat-vs-round-bottomed pots, enamelled coatings vs seasoned metal, and whether it should be cooked only over embers or and not on a gas flame. Good Morning…

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G20 correspondence desk with RMB & FNB: Opportunities aplenty in Africa 4:50

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What are the most significant investment opportunities identified in RMB’s new report for Africa over the next decade? Lester Kiewit speaks to Isaah Mhlanga, Chief Economist at RMB, to chat about the findings of their new report, “Continent at a Crossroads: Africa’s Place in the World, Today and Tomorrow”. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit …

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Binge-watching options this weekend 6:12

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In need of some binge-watching options this weekend? Lester Kiewit chats to Matthew Jantjies-Green about some of the series you can spend some time watching this weekend, including: A Man on the Inside Season 2 (Netflix) Stranger Things Season 5 / Part 1 of final season (Netflix) Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip: Africa (Showmax) Good Morning Ca…

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A World View from London: Putin’s condition for peace talk 5:24

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Putin says peace talks are possible; U.S. halts Afghan immigration requests following National Guard shooting; mysterious red halo above Italian town. Vicki Turner shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake…

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TheDocNCarolynPodcast.com Episode 104 (Thanksgiving Edition) 48:11

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Text us! (Human people only) We investigated Thanksgiving Desert. The NP IS IN We share thoughts about the Kirk Family's first Major Holiday without Charlie.By Doc N Carolyn

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What are the flaws with the proposed online betting tax? 10:01

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National Treasury recently released a draft paper which proposes a new 20% national tax on online betting, which will be on top of the existing provincial gambling taxes (which stand between 6 to 9 percent). The proposed tax could generate new annual revenue of R10 billion, but South Africa doesn’t yet have a national online gambling law in place. …

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Is U.S and South Africa’s relationship beyond repair? 11:13

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Mitchell Plitnick, president of ReThinking Foreign Policy, author and policy analyst, about the crumbling relationship between South Africa and the U.S, after president Donald Trump said he would not be inviting South Africa to the next G20 in Miami in 2026. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeT…

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Are South Africans really going gaga over Black Friday? 7:24

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Black Friday has become a global trend, no longer restricted to the USA where it originated. It has, however, taken a different look, with many retailers starting their “Black Friday” sales earlier and letting them run over the course of a few days. Are we seeing an evolution in how the South African market takes on the Black Friday concept each ye…

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Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Sumatra struck by rare tropical cyclone 5:29

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Rescue efforts as Sumatra struck by a rare tropical cyclone; shark kills Swiss tourist as scientists say climate change affecting range of dangerous species; Robert Irwin - like his famous father - dazzling viewers on Dancing with the Stars USA. Katie Macdonald shares all the details with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is …

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Celestial talk: NASA might scale back Earth observation 10:57

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Carl Lindemann, former board member of the Astronomical Society of Southern Africa: Cape Chapter, about interesting research, developments, and other aspects relating to our cosmos. This week they take a look at the news that NASA may be shutting down its Earth observation missions; Saturn’s rings to become more prominent to…

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Support the SA Red Cross Air Mercy Service and win a helicopter ride and Cape Town getaway 7:06

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The SA Red Cross Air Mercy Service (AMS) saves lives across South Africa, delivering emergency medical care and rural health outreach. AMS CEO Farhaad Haffejee speaks to Lester Kiewit about their helicopter fundraising initiative, which supports these missions and their training programme for pilots, mechanics, medics, and other emergency roles. He…

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Mother City: Inside Cape Town’s housing struggle 10:30

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Cape Town continues to face deep inequality and a persistent housing crisis nearly 30 years after the end of Apartheid, and the documentary Mother City explores this struggle through the story of activist Nkosikhona ‘Face’ Swartbooi and the Reclaim the City movement. Lester Kiewit speaks to co-director Miki Redelinghuys about the film, which she co…

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Can Bosa’s fair pay bill help end income inequality threat? 9:40

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Mmusi Maimane, the leader of Bosa, about their proposed Fair Pay Bill, which aims to amend the Employment Equity Act and bring fairness, transparency, and dignity to the South African job market, by outlawing the very mechanisms that entrench wage disparities. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the Cap…

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Cat has claws out for Cele during ad hoc testimony 8:56

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Lester Kiewit speaks to EWN reporter Babalo Ndenze about the testimony of Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala before the parliamentary ad hoc committee investigating police corruption, which is sitting at the Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Facility, where Matlala is currently awaiting trial for attempted murder. Matlala claimed in his testimony that he had paid for…

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A World View from London: Hong Kong’s towering inferno 5:48

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A towering inferno in Hong Kong, traffic wardens brazen daylight robbery, America’s Thanksgiving turkey tradition. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town w…

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Pens Down celebrations: How to have fun without risking your future 8:33

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Class of 2023 learners are being urged to celebrate their Pens Down parties responsibly. From beach trips and house parties to more low-key gatherings, these end-of-exam celebrations are a rite of passage, but they can also come with risks. The Department of Basic Education highlighted concerns around excessive alcohol, unsafe sexual behaviour and …

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Should jaywalking be policed or is it a waste of resources? 6:37

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Craig Proctor-Parker of Accident Specialist, about whether the enforcement of jaywalking regulations are a waste of time, or there to save lives of pedestrians who make up more than 40percent of accident victim fatalities in the country. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. T…

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GDRH132 - 11.25.25 - Old School Tunes For Your Turkey Day! 59:00

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Send us a text Big Audio Dynamite - "The Bottom Line" - This Is Big Audio Dynamite The Psychedelic Furs - "Until She Comes" - World Outside Electronic - "Get the Message" - Electronic Whale - "Hobo Humpin' Slobo Babe" - We Care Failed Flowers - "Faces" - Single The Charlatans - "Sproston Green" - Some Friendly My Favorite - "Burning Hearts" - The H…

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Viral TikTok sparks debate as Strand jaywalker calls in on CapeTalk 5:28

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The Strand jaywalking saga returned to CapeTalk this morning after first featuring on #BarbsWire on 5 November, when a TikTok about a jaywalking fine went viral. The man at the centre of the video called in to explain his side of the story. He confirmed that he received a R500 fine for crossing Strand’s municipal road outside the official pedestria…

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The South African drone that turned heads at the G20 8:32

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South Africa’s homegrown Milkor 380 made a strong impression at the G20 Summit, drawing attention from global delegations and highlighting the country’s growing strength in defence and aerospace innovation. Daniel du Plessis speaks to Lester Kiewit about the interest the UAV attracted, what this global exposure means for Milkor, and where the progr…

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What’s holding up the wheels of justice? 8:27

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Neelan Karikan, the president of the Judicial Officers’ Association of SA, about their response to the annual judiciary reports which found that in the last financial year, only 73% of criminal cases were finalised - just under the 75% target. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast s…

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Cat got your tongue? Surprise at Matlala attempt to delay Ad Hoc testimony from prison 8:27

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Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala, currently in Pretoria’s Kgosi Mampuru Maximum Security Prison, is set to testify before Parliament’s ad hoc committee probing police corruption and interference in policing. But he almost didn’t, as he tried to delay his testimony saying he is not prepared. Lester Kiewit speaks to Action SA MP Dereleen James why it is critic…

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South Africa urged to make smartphone-free childhoods a national priority 8:01

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As children prepare for school holidays and the new school year, Claire Thompson from Smartphone Free Childhood South Africa (SFC-SA) joins Lester Kiewit to discuss the urgent need to restrict smartphone and social media access for children under 16. Thompson explains how early exposure to harmful online content contributes to South Africa’s gender…

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GroundUp News: Woman turns home into GBV safehouse, neutron star photo makes headlines, disabled artists festival in Cape Town 7:13

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Barbara October from GroundUp about three compelling stories highlighting resilience, innovation, and creativity across South Africa. Victims of gender-based violence in Beaufort West are travelling nearly 200km to reach the nearest state shelter, prompting a local resident to turn her own home into a safehouse. UCT astronom…

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What happened at COP30? The key points on cutting emissions, adapting to a warming world, and raising the finance to pay for it 56:45

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The COP30 climate talks in Belem wrapped up over the weekend, and reactions to the outcome were sharply divided. Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of the UNFCCC, said “climate cooperation is still alive…we’re undeniably still in it and we are fighting back.” Others said the COP had been another failure, with a final statement that amounted to “a fo…

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The Luxury Lowdown 2:56

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Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don…

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Planet Youth: How the Western Cape government is steering youth away from gangs and other risky behaviou 10:59

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Mireille Wenger, the Western Cape MEC for Health and Wellness, about their violence prevention programme, Planet Youth. Planet Youth was developed in Iceland in is now used in over 19 countries, and was piloted in the Western Cape town of George in 2023 and now being scaled up across the province. Good Morning Cape Town with…

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The Africa Report with The Continent: Security, Resources, and Resilience Across the Continent 7:29

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Christine Mungai, news editor of The Continent, joins Lester Kiewit on today’s show to bring listeners the latest from Africa. They discuss Nigeria’s ongoing security challenges, the booming gold industry in Ghana and other regions, and the inspiring story of South Sudan’s blind football team, showcasing both the continent’s pressing issues and rem…

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A World View from London: Island Conspiracy Case, Canadian Wilderness Tragedy, and an Aristocrat’s Curious Bride Search 5:07

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A disturbing court case has emerged in the UK involving an alleged plot to seize a remote island and commit unspeakable acts. In Canada, a search continues in the wake of a fatal encounter in the wilderness that has left a community deeply unsettled. And in Britain, an aristocrat has sparked disbelief with an unusual public appeal for a bride that …

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DA: Divided Alliance or healthy leadership battle? 10:54

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Professor of Politics and International Relations at North-West University, Dr Piet Croucamp, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the growing tensions within the DA between leader John Steenhuisen and ousted former minister Dion George, a dispute that has prompted the party to launch a formal probe and issue a gag order to stop public arguments. With que…

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Scopa’s hunt for ex-RAF CEO and answers about fund’s dysfunction 8:31

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Songezo Zibi, the chair of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts, on their inquiry into the dysfunction at the Road Accident Fund. A summons has been issued for former CEO Collins Letsoalo to appear before the committee, but he has not surfaced. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk break…

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What the Hack! Workday’s workplace shift, AWS re:Invent preview, cosmic cow dung, and Lenovo’s new LOQ 8:51

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In this week’s What the Hack! feature, Arthur Goldstuck speaks to Lester Kiewit about the future of work through workforce automation, what to expect from AWS re:Invent, surprising innovation from rural materials, and Lenovo’s latest LOQ notebook. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme …

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What are vape users inhaling into their bodies? 6:47

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Have you ever wondered, besides nicotine, what goes into the fine mist which vape users inhale deep into their lungs, then exhale in a visible puff? Lester Kiewit speaks to Catherine Egbe, senior specialist scientist at the SAMRC's tobacco research arm. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This prog…

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Age Like a Girl Part 2: Rebuilding Your Neurochemical Girl Gang 43:29

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In this solo episode, Dr. Mindy breaks down the 12 neurochemicals that shift in menopause and why you suddenly feel different. Learn how to bring back your mood, memory, motivation, and sleep with simple lifestyle tools — and why this neurochemical reset is part of your biological design. To view full show notes, more information on our guests, res…

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The hidden consequences of ageism in the workplace 11:02

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Ageism isn’t just unfair — it’s bad for business according to Murshid Obaray, a businessman, lecturer in the School of Commerce, business coach and mentor. Lester Kiewit speaks to Obaray to find out why ageism against older professionals has consequences. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This pr…

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A World View from London: Deadly floods in Vietnam 6:31

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Dozens dead and huge amounts of flood damage in Vietnam; another Ukraine peace plan; a new sumo wrestling champion hailing from Ukraine. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Go…

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Will Ramaphosa’s GBV crisis declaration make a real difference? 7:52

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Lester Kiewit speaks to research associate at Wits’ Southern Centre for Inequality Studies, Lisa Vetten, about President Cyril Ramaphosa declaring gender based violence a national crisis, and what difference this will make in making women and children safer. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This…

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Why we should be proud of Ramaphosa standing up to “bully” Trump 11:12

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Lester Kiewit speaks to News24 columnist and political commentator, Mondli Makhanya, about why he believes President Cyril Ramaphosa should take a bow for standing up to “bully” Donald Trump and the U.S who decided to boycott the G20 summit in South Africa. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This …

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The fight against malaria gets financial boost from private sector 5:20

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The South African organisation Goodbye Malaria recently pledged US $5.5 million (R94 million) over three years to fight malaria in Mozambique, South Africa, and Eswatini, leading the way when it comes to South African organisations taking on the fight against the disease which continues to impact communities in high-risk areas. Lester Kiewit speaks…

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Money on a Monday: Does shrinkflation fool consumers or does it harm brands? 7:10

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Manufacturers may believe that by reducing the sizes of their products and keeping prices the same, they are allowing consumers to continue buying their products instead of seeking alternatives or foregoing them altogether, but are they not harming their reputation for indulging in shrinkflation practices? Lester Kiewit speaks to Ravi Pillay, who c…

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Fire it up: How to light up a braai when you run out of firelighters 5:55

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“Steak Chop van Zijl” (Jaap-Henk Koelewijn) of Braai Witness News is guiding Lester Kiewit through all the nuances of the South African braai and to help elevate your knowledge of this humble pastime. This week they discuss the different (and often creative) ways to get a fire started when you have run out of firelighters. Good Morning Cape Town wi…

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G20 correspondence desk with RMB & FNB: The time has come 6:03

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In this edition of the G20 Correspondence Desk, brought to you by RMB and FNB, Lester Kiewit speaks to Nokukhanya Mntambo, our EWN journalist covering the G20. This week, President Curil Ramaphosa met with CEOs of South African companies as part of the G20 Outreach Programme and led activities under the Coordination Mechanism for Economic Developme…

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Put a cork in it – when are corkage charges too high? 5:52

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What is the best practice for restaurants setting a corkage fee? This question was asked in a Facebook Group called Cape Town Eats. To answer this, Lester Kiewit speaks to Lee-Anne Singer, Cape Chairperson at Federated Hospitality Association of Southern Africa (FEDHASA). Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakf…

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What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos: G20 Summit standoff 6:48

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Tara Roos, CapeTalk commentator and Business Day Political Correspondent, about the latest news coming out of parliament, including: the latest on whether the U.S. will be sending representatives to the G20 Summit; Ad Hoc Committee looks into SAPS procurement scandal; question asked on the outcome of the disciplinary inquiry…

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A World View from London: A G20 without Trump 7:50

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What is a G20 Summit without POTUS? China accused of trying to recruit British politicians as spies; Australia’s social media countdown for under 16s. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wa…

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TheDocNCarolynPodcast.com Episode 103 48:06

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Text us! (Human people only) C' takes a huge step in her entrepreneurial goals. The NP IS IN Introducing The TITANS OF TESTOSTERONEBy Doc N Carolyn

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The alternate gatherings happening around G20 10:53

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Mazibuko Jara, the executive director of Zabalaza Pathways about the alternate gatherings happening parallel to the G20 summit in Johannesburg. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kie…

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Has U.S done a 180 on G20 in South Africa? 8:24

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Sanusha Naidu, Senior Research Fellow at Institute for Global Dialogue, about the U.S sending representatives to the G20 despite President Donald Trump insisting they will be boycotting the event. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town…

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Is there a trend of rising islamophobia in South Africa? 7:50

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Following a video going viral of a woman shopper in Pretoria chastising two women diners for wearing full niqabs and “not showing respect” to the “western” country which has “given them a home”, we ask the question on whether there is a rise in islamophobia in South Africa. Lester Kiewit speaks to Farid Esack, Professor Emeritus in the study of Isl…

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GDRH131 - 11.18.25 - Eric's Eyes Are The Prize! 57:29

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Send us a text Shudder To Think - "Thirst Walk" - Single Good Flying Birds - "Eric's Eyes" - Talulah's Tape Gold-Bears - "Yeah, Tonight" - Are You Falling In Love Massage - "No North Star" - Coaster Tulpa - "Transfixed Gaze" - Monster Of The Week (11/28) Formal Sppeedwear - "Hit 'n' Run" - Single Cardinals - "The Burning Of Cork" - Masquerade (2/13…