Best Rmb Podcasts (2025)

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G20 Desk with RMB & FNB 8:52

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Hosted in Africa for the first time, this year’s G20 summit focuses on solidarity, equality and sustainability. Bringing you news and insights from the summit, tune into the G20 correspondence desk brought to you by RMB and FNB, proud sponsors of this year’s G20 summit. John Maytham speaks to EWN’s Nokukhanya Mntambo. Good Morning Cape Town with Le…

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G20 correspondence desk with RMB & FNB 6:59

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Clement Manyathela, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with EWN reporter Nokhukhanya Mntambo about South Africa’s G20 Presidency. Having closely followed the discussions, she joins us to unpack key developments from the Presidency and their significance for the continent’s future. This week, the focus is on the African Critical Minerals Summit …

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Weekly Roundup 08/29/25 (Stablecoins in CDMX, DAT issues, GDP on the blockchain) (EP.671) 32:40

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Nic and Matt return for another week of news and deals. In this episode: Nic reviews the stablecoin conference in Mexico City Will the banks obsolete stablecoins? Some DATs are having trouble The government is putting GDP on the blockchain The CFTC opens the door to US customers trading on non-US exchanges Trump fires Lisa Cook Can the Fed be consi…

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Worldview with Adam Gilchrist- Mexico’s flesh eating worm 3:29

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Clement Manyathela, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with Adam Gilchrist about renewed Russian attacks on Kyiv, Singapore’s decision to impose tougher penalties for vaping amid a rise in drug-laced vape use, and Mexico reporting 5,086 cases of flesh-eating screwworm in animals as of August 17 a 53% increase from July’s figures. 702 Breakfast …

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Bohemian Rhapsody gets isiZulu makeover by Ndlovu Youth Choir 6:08

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Clement Manyathela, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with Ndlovu Youth Choir conductor and founder Ralph Schmitt about the choir’s release of a translated version of Queen’s iconic Bohemian Rhapsody, performed entirely in isiZulu. Remarkably, this is the first time in the song’s nearly 50-year history that Queen has officially approved a tran…

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Comedy chaos on stage: Aidan Scott stars in Noises Off 7:06

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Actor Aidan Scott speaks to John Maytham about starring in LAMTA’s annual drama production, Noises Off, which opened on 27 August at Theatre on the Bay. Directed by Chris Weare, the fast-paced backstage farce takes audiences behind the scenes of a disastrously hilarious theatre production, featuring door-slamming chaos, flying sardines, and romanti…

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What's Gone Viral with Khabazel A special picture How guys apologise 8:28

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Clement Manyathela, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with Jonathan “Khabazela” Fairbairn about people’s most special photographs and the stories behind them, as well as the common “guy apologies” heard from significant others or past relationships, and the go-to apology lines people use or have used. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broad…

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World View from London with Adam Gilchrist: Outrage at renewed Russia attacks on Ukraine 5:56

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A World View from London: European Union officials are outraged at the latest Russian attack on the Ukraine, Singapore set to take action against vapes, and a flesh-eating worm has people on edge in Mexico. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakf…

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Is City’s Paarden Eiland desalination plant a good idea 7:09

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John Maytham speaks to Caroline Marx, director of RethinkTheStink, about whether the City of Cape Town has made the right decision in building a desalination plant in Paarden Eiland. 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 …

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KZN Political Killings Task Team regains police dockets amid interference allegations 9:50

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Clement Manyathela , standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with Ian Cameron, Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police, about the political killings in KwaZulu-Natal and responds to news that at least 121 police dockets are being returned to the province’s Political Killings Task Team after their controversial removal amid allegations of po…

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Consumers hit with higher electricity tariffs after Eskom and Nersa deal 6:49

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John Maytham speaks to energy expert and EE Business Intelligence managing director Chris Yelland, about a deal between Nersa and Eskom that will see electricity tariffs increased for consumers. Yelland explains how it came about, and why it is a slap in the face of consumers. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk b…

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Dirco responds to US government’s migration programme 5:49

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Clement Manyathela, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, spoke with International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola about the controversial U.S. refugee programme, trade tariff negotiations with the American president, his participation at the G20 summit, and the appointment of a new ambassador to the United States. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is b…

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Public engagement explores recognising Table Mountain as a legal subject with rights 8:56

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This evening a public engagement meeting is being held at Erin Hall, Rondebosch, to explore the recognition of Table Mountain, or Hoerikwaggo, as a legal subject with rights. The gathering starts at 5:30 pm for 6:00 pm and runs until 9:00 pm. Earlier this year, CapeTalk hosted a panel discussion on this very notion, and today John Maytham speaks to…

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Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald Iranian ambassador expelled from Australia and hunt for Australia’s most wanted man 6:06

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Iranian ambassador expelled from Australia after investigation gives government “credible evidence “that Iran was behind antisemitic attacks in Australia. Hunt for Australia’s most wanted man enters fourth day. Labubus or Lafufus? Singaporean authorities join other countries concerned over safety risks with fakes by aka Lafufus Katie Macdonald shar…

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What's Gone Viral with Khabazela - Rest in peace Tshidi 5:09

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Ray White, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with Jonathan 'Khabazela' Fairbairn as he pays tribute to the late Tshidi Madia. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those in power to account on your beha…

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Old mutual thought leader’s forum – South Africa’s Two-Pot Retirement System 5:08

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Ray White, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with Michelle Acton, Chief Customer Officer at Old Mutual Corporate, about the behavioral insights gained from the two-pot system and how they should shape the future design of retirement and wellbeing benefits. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio s…

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Worldview with Adam Gilchrist - Danish Anger over America’s Interest in Greenland 3:18

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Ray White, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with Adam Gilchrist about Denmark summoning the top U.S. diplomat over reports that individuals linked to Donald Trump conducted covert influence operations in Greenland; India’s Supreme Court ordering an investigation into Anant Ambani’s Vantara Zoo for alleged illegal wildlife imports and financia…

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Screen legend Dr. John Kani officially joins the Oscars voting body 5:17

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Ray White, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, speaks with South African screen legend John Kani about his official induction into the prestigious Oscars voting body. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station. Bongani makes sense of the news, interviews the key newsmakers of the day, and holds those …

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World View from London with Adam Gilchrist : Danish anger over America’s interest in Greenland and a posthumous TV quiz victory 7:56

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Denmark’s foreign minister summoned the top U.S. diplomat in the country after reported covert influence operations in Greenland, India’s supreme court orders inquiry into giant private zoo and broadcast of a TV quiz aired after contestant's death. Adam Gilchrist discusses these topics with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is…

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From walking pads to Hot Girl Walks: can walking stand alone as exercise? 8:45

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Toni-Lynne Monger, physiotherapist and clinical director of The Balance Group, speaks to John Maytham about the latest walking trends taking social media by storm. They explore the rise of walking pads for at-home workouts, the TikTok-famous Hot Girl Walks popularised by Mia Lind, and Japanese interval walking, which has been shown to improve blood…

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The pros and cons of establishing a City Improvement District 8:14

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There are approximately 51 City Improvement Districts (CIDs)set up in Cape Town - public-private partnerships between the private sector (property owners and businesses) and the public sector, with a focus on providing additional services within a defined geographical area to improve the urban environment and public safety. But what are the advanta…

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Remembering Tshidi Madia 18:27

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Ray White, standing in for Bongani Bingwa, spoke with Sibusiso Ngalwa, Tshidi Madia’s former colleague, Fikile Mbalula, ANC Secretary-General, and EWN reporter Alpha Ramushwana who paid tribute to the life of Tshidi Madia, EWN’s Associate Politics Editor, following her passing. 702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg b…

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Is City finally listening to experts over water quality concerns 6:47

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John Maytham speaks to Prof Leslie Petrik, emeritus professor in the department of chemistry at the University of the Western Cape, about her presentation to the City of Cape Town on Chemicals of Emerging Concern in our coastal waters. IT seems the City is embracing the research, in trying to keep beaches and coastal areas safe, and free of polluta…

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New owners’ ambitious plan to make Golden Acre shine again 9:33

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John Maytham speaks to Lesego Majatladi, Director of Gracht Asset Managers. They have been appointed by Putirex, the new owners of the Golden Acre, to oversee the integration of the redevelopment process as they look to rejuvenate the iconic location in the CBD. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. …

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A tribute to Tshidi Madia by Nisa Allie 5:12

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John Maytham speaks to EWN Editor in Chief, Nisa Allie, about the sad passing of colleague, EWN Associate Editor for Politics, Tshidi Madia, who died after a brief illness and hospitlisation. 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 C…