Best Robben Podcasts (2025)

1
Freedom Day swim for solidarity: Robben Island to Bloubergstrand relay to support humanitarian aid in Palestine 3:28

3d ago3:28

3:28

Dr. Marion Stevens speaks to Lester Kiewit about her participation in the upcoming relay swim from Robben Island to Bloubergstrand, organized by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign. She shared her thoughts on the significance of the swim, reflecting on South Africa's own journey to democracy while standing in solidarity with the Palestinian people. D…

1
Robben Island’s Hallelujah 29:09

13d ago29:09

29:09

In his memoir of surviving the brutal apartheid prison Robben Island, South African activist Sedick Isaacs recalls an extraordinary event about which little has been recorded - "the creation and training of the eighty-member choir [of political prisoners] for the production of Handel’s ‘Hallelujah Chorus'. The incongruous beauty of the choir’s perf…

1
The shirts of Suarez, Robben & Haaland making a difference in Ukraine 13:51

15d ago13:51

13:51

Former Ukranian international Yevgeny Levchenko has been auctioning off a number of shirts he's collected throughout his career to aid the ongoing war relief funds in the country. Featuring names like Wayne Rooney, Arjen Robben, Erling Haaland, Luis Suárez, and Sergio Ramos, the auction saw global football fans rally around Levchenko's cause, raisi…

1
Episode 217 - Lovedale, amaXhosa Chiefs Languish on Robben Island and the American Civil War 19:43

24d ago19:43

19:43

A quick thank you to all those who’ve been donating towards the upkeep of this series, particularly Chereen and Gerhard, your continued support is making a difference. And Adi the winemaker, dankie meneer, and Seyi who’s trying to get Paypal sorted, thanks! Not to mention Chris whose significant support means I can host the series long term on iono…

1
Tokai Fires, Felicity Purchase, CapeTalk, Fire Update, Ward 64, Ward 69, Local News, Fire Response, Community Update, South Africa Fires, Cape Town News, Emergency Response 4:31

2h ago4:31

4:31

Lester spoke to Felicity Purchase, PR councillor for wards 64 and 69, who lives close to the Tokai fires. Felicity provided an update on the situation overnight and the latest developments this morning. 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. Goo…

1
David Baddiel in conversation: Celebrated author and comedian visits ahead of Jewish Literary Festival 20:59

2h ago20:59

20:59

Author and comedian David Baddiel joins Lester Kiewit on the show today, ahead of his appearance at the Jewish Literary Festival this April. The internationally acclaimed writer, known for his bestselling book Jews Don’t Count, talks about his career, his exploration of identity politics, and his recent family memoir My Family. David also discusses…

1
Cape Town’s car-free plan: progress or problem 9:02

2h ago9:02

9:02

Urban planner and managing director of the NPO Young Urbanists, Roland Postma, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the City of Cape Town’s proposed car-free inner-city plan. He weighs in on the potential benefits of a pedestrian-friendly CBD, what infrastructure would need to be developed, and the concerns raised around accessibility and safety. Good Mor…

1
A World View from London: Festival tragedy, Trump-Zelensky talks, and a sausage dog's incredible rescue 8:06

2h ago8:06

8:06

On The World View from London, Adam Gilchrist brought Lester Kiewit a mix of somber and heartwarming global stories. In Canada, tragedy struck at a festival in Vancouver where a car ramming incident claimed the lives of 11 people. Meanwhile, in Rome, an extraordinary meeting unfolded between Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, …

1
VAT hike is not yet over 6:44

2h ago6:44

6:44

Lester Kiewit speaks to Democratic Alliance national spokesman, Willie Aucamp, about why the fight to prevent a VAT hike on May 1 is not over, and requires the filing of an additional affidavit to ensure the increase is not implemented. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your aut…

1
Tokai fire update 3:46

2h ago3:46

3:46

Lester Kiewit speaks to Jermaine Carelse, spokesperson for the City of Cape Town’s Fire and Rescue Services about efforts to contain a fire raging in the Tokai area, threatening homes in Noordhoek and surrounds. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up …

1
Afrika Tikkun calls for inclusion for all this Freedom Day 3:28

2h ago3:28

3:28

Freedom Day represents more than democracy. It also represents inclusion. In this spirit Afrika Tikkun, an award-winning child and youth development organisation, have reflected on their programmes which help empower children with disabilities. Lester Kiewit speaks to Marc Lubner, Acting Chief Executive Officer of Afrika Tikkun, to learn more about…

1
Stop milking impressionable moms say academics 9:53

2h ago9:53

9:53

A paper recently published in the Journal of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa has pushed for South African health professional associations to end the acceptance of sponsorships from manufacturers of commercial milk formula, due to their aggressive marketing campaigns to sway parents towards infant formulas, using digital media and influenc…

1
Mum in a Box 29:02

15h ago29:02

29:02

As their 30th birthday approaches, Saba Husain (they/them) receives an unexpected and life changing box. It contains ‘the life’ of their mum; never before seen diaries, love letters, poems, photos of a person who died when Saba was born, 29 years earlier. With no note or message, it must have been sent by Saba’s father - but why now? Why not before…

1
Episode 220 - The Transvaal Civil War of 1862-1864 and Paul Kruger’s Dopping Doppers 22:24

1d ago22:24

22:24

All manner of things are going on — thanks to those folks out there who’ve been sending me notes and support, much appreciated. Episode 220 deals with the start of the Transvaal Civil War, and quite a bit about Paul Kruger’s early life. The American civil war was raging in 1862, and there’s nothing like a war to trigger innovation — if you excuse t…

1
United Rugby Championship: DHL Stormers take on Benetton 7:42

3d ago7:42

7:42

The DHL Stormers still have a fighting chance of making it into the knock-out round of the United Rugby Championship, but they still have a tough road ahead of them with just a few points separating the contenders. Lester Kiewit speaks to Dawie Snyman, DHL Stormers backline and attack coach, ahead of the encounter against Benetton on Saturday 26 Ap…

1
What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos 12:19

3d ago12:19

12:19

In this week’s Parliament: Week in Review with Tara Roos, she and Lester Kiewit unpack the big stories shaping the legislative agenda. Topping headlines is the Finance Minister’s unexpected withdrawal of the proposed VAT increase – a decision that offers temporary relief to consumers but raises pressing questions about timing, process, and the R75 …

1
A World View from London: Tensions, Trump, and Trials: A Global Snapshot 8:12

3d ago8:12

8:12

On The World View from London, Adam Gilchrist joined Lester Kiewit with a roundup of global stories making headlines. Tensions flared once again between India and Pakistan following a terrorist incident in Kashmir, with both sides trading diplomatic and military blows. In the U.S., Donald Trump made an unexpected appeal to Vladimir Putin, calling o…

1
How SA’s trans community is being hit by U.S funding cuts 9:04

3d ago9:04

9:04

Lester Kiewit speaks to Lwazi Mazibuko, Programs Manager at Parents, Families & Friends of South African Queers, about how the trans community is dealing with the withdrawal of the U.S President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and National Institutes of Health (NIH) research grants. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast o…

1
What is the fairest way to determine municipal rates? 9:36

3d ago9:36

9:36

What is the fairest way for municipalities to collect rates in order to provide services and fund important infrastructural projects? Should they go according to property values, or should they base it on household income? Lester Kiewit speaks to Kevin Allan, founder and MD of Municipal IQ. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of …

1
Santaco says state’s is valid and adds call for subsidy model 10:20

3d ago10:20

10:20

Lester Kiewit speaks to Mmatshikhidi Rebecca Phala, the spokesperson for Santaco, about criticism of the sector still receiving millions in covid gratuities from the state. The SA National Taxi Council however says the process is above board, tax compliant, and they are keen to see the development of a state subsidy model. Good Morning Cape Town wi…

1
Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Neo-Nazi disruptions, gender definition bill, and early Aussie voters 7:33

3d ago7:33

7:33

In this week’s Pacific Dispatch, Katie Macdonald shared a trio of big stories: ANZAC Day in Australia was marred by neo-Nazi disruptors, New Zealand First introduced a bill to define gender by biology, and nearly 10% of Australians have already voted ahead of the May 3 election - though early voters might miss out on a classic democracy sausage! Sh…

1
How do Atletico Madrid bridge the gap to Real Madrid and Barcelona? 7:40

4d ago7:40

7:40

After a season which promised so much but has delivered so little, how can Atletico Madrid make the next step in La Liga and bridge the gap to Real Madrid and Barcelona? Diego Simeone’s side made some big signings in the European summer, but they’ve fallen short in all major competitions. World Football’s John Bennett gets the views of Atletico Mad…

1
Emerging economies – Focus on India: Legislation on Muslim endowments 5:35

4d ago5:35

5:35

Controversial bill on Muslim endowments passed by India’s lower house of parliament; the latest in the US-India tariff war; Elon Musk sues India. Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfa…

1
Deputy president convoy shooting: Ex-bodyguard Conroy Herandien on VIP security 10:15

4d ago10:15

10:15

Lester Kiewit speaks to former presidential bodyguard Conroy Herandien following confirmation that Deputy President Paul Mashatile’s convoy was shot at in March. Herandien shares insight into VIP protection protocols, how incidents like these are typically handled, and what the recent attack reveals about the current security environment for South …

1
A World View from London: Istanbul earthquake displaces thousands 6:14

4d ago6:14

6:14

An Earthquake in Istanbul has forced thousands of people from their homes; the latest on the on-off Russia Ukraine peace deal; and an amazing tunnel made in “kit parts” between Germany and Denmark. 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…

1
Action SA’s Athol Trollip reacts to VAT reversal decision 6:07

4d ago6:07

6:07

Lester Kiewit speaks to Athol Trollip, Action SA caucus leader, about the decision announced overnight to reverse the 0.5 percentage point increase in VAT, following lengthy discussions between political parties and consideration of the recommendations of the parliamentary committees. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the Ca…

1
Explainer: What is the process now after VAT decision reversed? 3:48

4d ago3:48

3:48

Given that South Africa’s VAT rate was set to increase by 0.5 percentage points on 1 May 2025, but is no longer the case following an announcement by National Treasury, Lester Kiewit asks EWN Parliamentary Correspondent Lindsay Dentlinger what process will now need to be followed by government. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast…

1
What does Ukraine leader’s visit to South Africa mean for international relations? 12:26

4d ago12:26

12:26

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Patrick Bond, Director of the Centre for Social Change in the Department of Sociology, at University of Johannesburg, about the diplomatic path South Africa is on, having invited Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky for bilateral talks. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. …

1
COSATU reacts to reversal of VAT decision 10:25

4d ago10:25

10:25

Lester Kiewit speaks to Matthew Parks, Parliamentary Coordinator for COSATU, to discuss the decision by National Treasury to maintain VAT at 15%, and not increase it by half a percentage point. 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…

1
Democratic Alliance says reversal of VAT decision a victory for all South Africans 9:42

4d ago9:42

9:42

The Minister of Finance Enoch Godongwana is expected to shortly introduce the Rates and Monetary Amounts and the Amendment of Revenue Laws Bill (Rates Bill), which proposes to maintain the Value-Added Tax (VAT) rate at 15 per cent from 1 May 2025, instead of the proposed increase to VAT announced in the Budget in March. The Democratic Alliance, who…

1
Marcus Rashford: What does his future hold? 8:18

5d ago8:18

8:18

With uncertainty around Marcus Rashford’s future, where will the Manchester United forward be playing next season? Will he leave his boyhood club? Could he stay at Aston Villa beyond his loan spell? Or could a move abroad be on the cards? BBC's chief football news reporter Simon Stone joins World Football’s Maz Farookhi to discuss what Rashford’s n…

1
Between the Cracks: a retrospective collection from photojournalist 12:51

5d ago12:51

12:51

Raised in a liberal household, photojournalist Paul Weinberg was launched into his career quite by accident – it was simply what he had to do to escape the military police who were constantly trying to arrest him for being a conscientious objector. He is currently launching his latest book, “Between the Cracks”, a retrospective collection of his ph…

1
A World View from London: The papal process explained 7:44

5d ago7:44

7:44

Procedures henceforth following the Pope’s passing; over twenty civilians killed in tourist attack in Kashmir; Chinese spies bugging pubs and parks in London. 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…

1
Collective Ratepayers Association formed to challenge COCT rates increases 12:40

5d ago12:40

12:40

Lester Kiewit speaks to Bas Zuidberg, the chair of the Noordhoek Ratepayers Association, chair of the Far South Peninsula Community Forum, as well as signatory to the Collective Ratepayers Association (CRA). The CRA has circulated a petition objecting to the City of Cape Town’s expected property tariff increases in June. There are fears residents c…

1
Helen Zille’s comment sparks outrage among LGBTIQ+ groups 9:41

5d ago9:41

9:41

Lester Kiewit speaks to Steve Letsike, founder of Access Chapter 2, a registered NPO which promotes human rights and empowerment among women, girls, and LGBTIQ+ persons, to get a response on comments made on X by Helen Zille in support of a UK Supreme Court ruling that excludes transgender women from the definition of “woman” under that country’s E…

1
How do teachers cope with so many public holidays in the second term? 6:44

5d ago6:44

6:44

Lester Kiewit speaks to Basil Manuel, the executive director of the National Professional Teachers Organisation of SA, about how teachers deal with a second term at school, dotted with public holidays, and days off. How do they ensure learners are not losing out on valuable time in the classroom? Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podca…

1
GroundUp news: Successful lottery licence bidder to be announced 8:25

5d ago8:25

8:25

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says he will announce the successful bidder for the fourth lottery licence on 28 May 2025; a matriculant’s dreams of becoming a doctor shattered due to not having a birth certificate; court halts further development on a luxury Stellenbosch Mountain estate. Lester Kiewit speaks to Barbara October o…

1
Planting protest: Councillor Quentin Meyer on trees, potholes, and taking a stand against inaction 6:36

5d ago6:36

6:36

In Pretoria North, a protest that involved planting trees in potholes grabbed national attention and sparked debate about how far communities should go to demand service delivery. Councillor Quentin Meyer, who led the initiative in Tshwane’s Ward 2, joins Lester Kiewit to explain the motivations behind the protest, respond to the city's claims of v…

1
Can Leeds United and Burnley survive in the Premier League? 7:02

6d ago7:02

7:02

Leeds United and Burnley have both secured their return to the Premier League, so how did they do it and do they have what it takes to stay in the Premier League? For Burnley it is an immediate bounce back after they were relegated last season, while Leeds took two years to secure their return. Dan Jewell, who covers Burnley for the BBC, joins Worl…

1
The Africa Report with The Continent: Kabila’s party banned in DRC 6:05

6d ago6:05

6:05

Lester Kiewit gets The Africa Report with Kiri Rupiah of The Continent. They discuss Joseph Kabila’s political party being banned in the DRC; the African cardinal who could be in the running to replace Pope Francis; Gout Gout’s comparisons to Usain Bolt. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This pro…

1
Know your rights when it comes to outstanding debt with unregistered credit lenders 10:35

6d ago10:35

10:35

In a landmark ruling the Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of the National Credit Regulator (NCR) when it affirmed that contracts entered between customers and unscrupulous credit lenders and unregistered lenders will now be nullified and cannot be enforced in law. But what does this mean? Lester Kiewit speaks to Tebogo Ntsimane, Head of …

1
A World View from London: Tributes to Pope Francis 9:09

6d ago9:09

9:09

Tributes on the passing of Pope Francis although he didn’t, please all Catholics all the time; leaky American secrets; global shortage of pistachios. 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 wak…

1
Should we be concerned about possible US deportee repatriation to our neighbouring countries? 15:35

6d ago15:35

15:35

It appears that a number of our neighbouring countries might be willing to accept deportees from the USA as part of negotiations towards less punitive trade tariffs. Given the reputation of our porous borders, how concerned should we be towards the possibility of those deportees entering South Africa? Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Mike Masiapato, Comm…

1
Pope Francis' legacy and the future of the Catholic Church after his passing 7:51

6d ago7:51

7:51

Following the passing of Pope Francis, Lester Kiewit is joined by Professor Mathew Schmalz, a global Catholicism scholar at the College of the Holy Cross, to reflect on his transformative papacy. Known for his compassion, humility, and commitment to justice, Pope Francis reshaped the Catholic Church, focusing on inclusion, care for the poor, and gl…

1
What the Hack! Samsung’s mobile security move, Oppo’s new Reno13, beware ATM scams while travelling 10:27

6d ago10:27

10:27

In this week’s What the Hack, Arthur Goldstuck speaks to Lester Kiewit about Samsung’s launch of the Galaxy A Series in Braamfontein and its surprising inclusion of a 12-month Aura mobile security subscription—bringing armed response to a more affordable market. He also reviews the new Oppo Reno13, highlights what’s expected at the Shanghai Motor S…

1
Running community reacts as City of Cape Town withdraws support for Two Oceans Marathon 6:03

6d ago6:03

6:03

Oom Wiestse, leader of the 15,000-member Wieste se Run group, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the recent controversy surrounding the Two Oceans Marathon. After the City of Cape Town pulled its support due to permit breaches, the marathon’s future is now in question. Oom Wiestse shares insights from the running community in the Northern Suburbs and di…

1
Brentford’s Wissa and Mbuemo chase Premier League record 10:34

8d ago10:34

10:34

In this episode, we take a look at two African players making a huge impact in the Premier League for Brentford. Cameroon's Bryan Mbeumo and Yoane Wissa from DR Congo are the top two goalscorers for Brentford during their time in the Premier League with 40 and 42 goals respectively. They both added to their tally in the 4-2 win against Brighton, ma…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Robben Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen