Best SAP State Podcasts (2025)

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Don’t miss the 54th Annual Youth Classical Concert at Artscape 9:59

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Each year, young singers and instrumentalists are offered the opportunity to perform with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra on a professional stage. The 54th Youth Classical Concert will be taking place on 27 September 2025 at Artscape’s Theatre Stage and featuring classically-trained musicians ranging in age from 17 to 24. Lester Kiewit speaks …

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Parenting advice through the pens of psychoanalysts 23:42

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Andy Cohen is a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst who released a book earlier this year entitled “Parenting Psychoanalysed: Letters to a Parent”, which is made up of a collection of 39 letters written by psychoanalysts from around the world. Candid, yet deeply personal, these letters reflect not only their professional views but also those of a par…

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The World View from London with Adam Gilchrist 7:08

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A World View from London: World stunned at Trump’s UN speech A mother in New Zealand is accused of keeping her kids’ bodies in suitcases; Donald Trump has caused a stir following his wide ranging speech at the UN; and police have arrested a woman who said she was out to stab immigrants after watching right wing videos. Gilchrist shares details on t…

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Countdown to Rapture: what makes extreme religious groups popular 12:59

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Dion Forster, University Research Chair in Public Theology and Ethics, School of Religion and Theology, Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. They discuss the emergence of fringe and extreme religious movements and what makes them popular. This after a local self-styled prophet c…

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Trump’s rant at the United Nations 7:59

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof Patrick Bond, Director of the Centre for Social Change in the Department of Sociology, Faculty of Humanities at University of Johannesburg, about US President Donald Trump’s speech to the United Nations. Trump called climate change a “con” and said European nations were “going to hell” because of immigration policies. S…

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GroundUp News: Delft residents homeless after police van destroys shacks 7:59

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Residents in Delft were left injured and homeless after a police van crashed into their shacks; the Constitutional Court is to hear a landmark case on “consent” when it comes to sexual offences; and a wild fire which swept through Silvermine in April is proving to be a blessing in disguise as it is making it easier to clear the land of alien trees.…

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Camps Bay residents unhappy with proposed sale of library and land 8:21

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Chris Willemse, chairperson of the Camps Bay and Clifton Ratepayers Association, to discuss the proposal from the City of Cape Town to sell off the Camps Bay Library and surrounding land on which the library’s parking lot is located. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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MediaTek Launches Dimensity 9500, US Approves Meta's Llama AI, Google Unveils Gemini AI for TCL TVs, Oracle Names New Co-CEOs, and more... 11:08

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(0:10): MediaTek Unveils Dimensity 9500: A Game-Changing Chip for AI, Gaming, and Power Efficiency (2:24): US Government Approves Meta's Llama AI for Federal Use: A Milestone in AI-Driven Governance (4:40): Google Launches Gemini AI on TCL QM9K TVs, Expands Smart TV Capabilities (6:31): Oracle Appoints New Co-CEOs Amid AI-Driven Cloud Growth and Ti…

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Catch Vusi Mahlasela live in Cape Town on Heritage Day 8:03

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Singer-songwriter Vusi Mahlasela will be one of the headliners performing on Heritage Day at the Mojo Heritage Day Street Festival. He speaks to Lester Kiewit about his amazing musical journey, performing at the 1994 inauguration of Nelson Mandela, as well as sharing the stage with the likes of Dave Matthews Band, Sting, Paul Simon, Josh Groban, Ra…

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Shocking stats call for parole reforms 12:12

1d ago12:12

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Lester Kiewit interviews Dr Pieter Groenewald about shocking crime statistics—over 200 murders and 300 rapes tied to parolees in 2024—and the government’s plans to reform parole. Minister Groenewald details proposals coming out of the National Summit on Parole Reform: tighter eligibility, better supervision, accountability, and closer cooperation a…

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The Africa Report with The Continent: Authentic Italian leather - Made in Nigeria 5:53

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Lester Kiewit gets the latest news on Africa from Simon Allison, co-founder and international editor of The Continent. Today’s stories include: How “Authentic Italian” leather products are made in Nigeria; witchcraft accusations in Zambia; a thriving trade in space rocks (meteorites) in Libya. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast …

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Volvo green tip of the week: WESSA’s Stop the Strangle campaign 2:42

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This week’s Volvo Green Tip featured Mike Denison, Senior Coastal Programme Manager at WESSA, who spoke about their Stop the Strangle campaign. The initiative highlights the dangers of ghost fishing gear and marine entanglement, raising awareness about its devastating impact on marine life and how communities can take action. Read more about the ca…

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A World View from London: Super typhoon hits Philippines and Taiwan 6:14

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Over 400 000 evacuated ahead of massive typhoon; Brits lack attention span; Emil the lost elk. 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 with Lester Kiewit is…

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Will Ekurhuleni land expropriation become test case? 10:22

1d ago10:22

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Will the expropriation of a 34-hectare piece of property in Ekurhuleni without compensation become a test case for South Africa? Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor Ruth Hall, Director of the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the Ca…

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UN summit addresses Palestine question 10:22

1d ago10:22

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Lester Kiewit speaks with Mitchell Plitnick, author and president of ReThinking Foreign Policy, about the renewed push for a two-State solution. This follows a UN summit in New York, backed by France and Saudi Arabia but boycotted by the US and Israel, aiming to revive negotiations for two states coexisting in secure borders. UN Secretary-General A…

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Free pass to SA National Parks Week 5:03

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Lester Kiewit is in conversation with SANParks Head of Communications, JP Louw, about National Parks Week. The initiative allows South Africans free day access to most of the country’s 21 national parks, encouraging citizens to explore and connect with their natural heritage. Visitors are reminded to bring their South African ID and note that free …

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What the Hack! Huawei’s wearables, Vivo’s youth-focused phone, and SA’s lowest-cost EV 8:24

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Back from Paris, Arthur Goldstuck shares highlights from Huawei’s latest launches at the Velodrome National, where the tech giant unveiled the Watch GT6 smartwatch boasting a 21-day battery life, the Watch Ultimate 2 rated for 150 meters, and the Nova 14 mid-range phone series aimed at young consumers with strong selfie features and powerful batter…

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Correction to Metrorail Cape Town to Fish Hoek route 5:16

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Lester Kiewit is joined by Raymond Maseko - PRASA Regional Manager to correct a statement made previously regarding the pricing of Metrorail tickets for the SanParks partnership this week. 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…

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Microsoft Fixes Critical Entra ID Flaw, Seattle Tech Layoffs Expand, Nvidia's AI Growth Slows, Google Must Share Search Data, and more... 11:17

1d ago11:17

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(0:10): Microsoft Patches Major Entra ID Flaw: Actor Tokens Exposed Tenant Data to Attackers (1:58): Seattle Tech Layoffs Surge: 100,000 Jobs Lost Nationwide, Economic Impact Deepens (4:41): Nvidia's AI Revenue Boom Faces Challenges Amid Slowing Growth and Rising Competition (7:00): Court Orders Google to Share Search Data with Competitors to Boost…

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Emerging Economies - Latin America: Bolsonaro’s shadow continues to loom despite conviction 7:09

2d ago7:09

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Professor Lyal White, faculty at Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS) about: Jair Bolsonaro continues to influence Brazilian political landscape despite his recent conviction; tariff tensions between Brazil and China; a percussion pioneer from Brazil has died - aged 89. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a p…

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Fast-track visa isn’t helping as SA loses Chinese and Indian visitors 10:13

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa, CEO of the Tourism Business Council of South Africa (TBCSA). They discuss the troubling decline in tourist arrivals from China and India, despite government efforts to introduce a fast-track visa system. Tshivhengwa reflects on what these numbers mean for the broader tourism economy, highlights the imp…

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A World View from London: Growing recognition for Palestinian state 5:07

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Canada, Australia and the UK have all recognised a Palestinian state; an anti-Semitic outrage in Germany; Tesla addressing design flaws. 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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Are juvenile perpetrators of crime afforded too much protection? 11:08

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Are juvenile perpetrators of crime given too much protection and at the risk of society? Lester Kiewit speaks to Lucinda Evans, founder member of the Philisa Abafazi Bethu Women Center SA, to discuss the consequences of the legal system affording certain rights to minors who are accused of violent crime. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is…

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Are phones “unofficially” allowed in prisons? 10:07

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Lester Kiewit is in conversation with former Pollsmoor prison warden, Chris Malgas. The discussion follows Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis’s call for cellphone signal-blocking technology at Pollsmoor, amid growing concerns that criminal networks are being run from inside the prison. Malgas draws on his experience to explain how cellphones and co…

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Money on a Monday: Get a realistic property valuation with Deal Score 8:36

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If you are seeking a new home and wanting to buy a house that fits your budget , you may be tempted to try and offer a lower amount than the asking price, but how do you determine a fair and realistic amount? If you make an offer that’s too low, you might lose out to someone who puts in a slightly higher offer. If you offer too much you end up spen…

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Has there been a recent increase in Covid-19 cases? 5:00

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Has there been a noticeable increase in Covid-19 cases recently? What is the protocol to be taken once a diagnosis or positive result has been given? Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Jocelyn Moyes, an epidemiologist at the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD). Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast…

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Tata Electronics Boosts Apple Supply, Adobe Uses Luma AI, Microsoft Launches AI Agents, Nvidia Unveils Rubin CPX, and more... 10:44

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(0:10): Tata Electronics Thrives as Apple's Key iPhone Supplier Amidst China's eSIM Approval Delays (2:07): Adobe Integrates Luma AI's Ray3 to Revolutionize Cinematic Video Creation on Firefly Platform (4:25): Microsoft Unveils AI Agents in Teams to Revolutionize Workplace Collaboration (6:46): Nvidia Launches Rubin CPX AI Accelerator, Promising 30…

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Binge-watching options: Task, OMITB, Futurama 6:38

5d ago6:38

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In need of some binge-watching options this weekend? John Maytham chats to Matthew Jantjies-Green about some of the series you can spend some time watching this weekend, including: - Task Season 1 (Showmax) - ⁠Only Murders in the Building Season 5 (Disney+) - ⁠Futurama Season 13 (Disney+) Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of th…

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G20 Desk with RMB & FNB: Macroeconomic policy in the spotlight 6:43

5d ago6:43

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South Africa’s G20 Presidency is a moment to spotlight Africa’s voice in shaping global priorities, from equality and education to sustainable growth. With world leaders, changemakers, and innovators coming together, these discussions have the potential to drive real, lasting impact. This week the spotlight is on macroeconomic policy, with inflatio…

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What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos: Plans to expand access to sex offender register 5:45

5d ago5:45

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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 Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has confirmed plans to expand access to the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO); R3.9bn in possible ghost worker fraud across government payrolls reveale…

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A World View from London: France’s First Lady ready to prove she’s a woman 7:19

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Brigitte Macron is ready to prove she was born a woman in defamation case; warning issued in Australia after destructive beetle larvae found in nappies; a long-forgotten castle uncovered on a Scottish island. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk bre…

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Do we need better system to monitor ammunition purchases? 4:43

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South Africa has a problem of too many unlicenced firearms in the hands of criminals and gangsters, but how are they getting an endless supply of ammunition given that there are measures in place to try and ensure that only licenced firearm owners may legally purchase them? Lester Kiewit speaks to firearm law expert Martin Hood. Good Morning Cape T…

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Meet the teacher who calms learners with soothing music while bullets fly 13:31

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Sinead Majiet is a Grade R teacher at Yellowwood Primary School in Mitchell’s Plain. In a video which has gone viral, she can be heard playing music from the animated film Moana to her learners to keep them calm while laying flat on the classroom floor as gunshots can be heard in the background. Lester Kiewit speaks to her about this novel approach…

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Are Arum Lilies still endangered? A closer look at Cape Town’s white trumpet flowers 7:15

5d ago7:15

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Arum lilies appear to be growing abundantly across Cape Town, but are they still endangered? Gianpaolo Gilardi, horticulturist with the South African Botanical Society at Kirstenbosch, speaks to Lester Kiewit about why these striking white flowers were on the Red List, their environmental impact, and whether it’s okay to pick them to beautify your …

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Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Australia sets emissions target 6:18

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Australia’s government has set ambitious emissions targets, but critics on either side not happy; New Zealand actress says citizenship laws are racist; US President Trump unhappy with question from Australian journalist and threatens to tell on him. Katie Macdonald shares all the details with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit…

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Zoom Launches AI Companion, Reddit Explores Google Partnership, Waymo and Lyft Launch Robotaxi, Groq Raises 750M for AI Chips, and more... 11:54

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(0:10): Zoom Unveils AI Companion 3.0: Revolutionizing Remote Work with Advanced AI Avatars and Tools (2:16): Reddit Eyes Deeper Google Partnership, Seeks New AI Licensing Model Amid Revenue Surge (4:44): Waymo and Lyft Launch Autonomous Robotaxi Service in Nashville, Boosting Urban Transportation Innovation (6:42): Groq Secures $750M to Challenge …

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Evita takes back seat for Pieter-Dirk Uys at Voorkamerfest 2025 11:22

6d ago11:22

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Lester Kiewit speaks to comedian and media personality Pieter-Dirk Uys, one of the headline acts at this year’s Voorkamerfest in Darling. The festival, taking place on 18 and 19 October, turns the town’s living rooms into intimate theatres, with festival-goers travelling by minibus to three surprise venues. Featuring more than 60 performers across …

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Emerging economies – Focus on India: Political upheaval in Nepal 6:17

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University, about how the younger generation took the lead in Nepal’s civil uprising; EU calls for closer ties with India; the mirage of India’s agricultural self-sufficiency. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of th…

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Not much surprise as event postponed 9:44

6d ago9:44

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Stuart Grobbelaar, spokesperson for Stellenbosch Municipality, about the announcement by the organisers of the Christmas Lights Festival – which was due to take place 19-21 September at Sandringham Farm – that the event has been postponed “due to unforeseen circumstances”. The event organisers have been reported to have post…

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A World View from London: Devastating drought in Syria 7:30

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Millions at risk in Syria due to severe drought; tourists stranded in Machu Pichu due to protests; the next President of Ireland. 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 Morn…

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Did Cyril Ramaphosa put his foot in mouth with DA praise? 14:19

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Lester Kiewit speaks to Yonela Diko, former ANC Western Cape spokesperson and author. The conversation unpacks President Cyril Ramaphosa’s frank address to tens of thousands of ANC councillors at FNB Stadium. Ramaphosa admitted that while the ANC governs the majority of municipalities, many of the best-run municipalities are led by the DA. He calle…

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Yellowwood Primary video highlights trauma of learners in gang-affected areas 6:49

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In a video circulating on social media, learners at Yellowwood Primary School were seen lying face down on their classroom floor while gunfire rang out outside, with their teacher playing piano music to help them stay calm. Mitchells Plain Community Policing Forum Chairperson Norman Jantjies speaks to Lester Kiewit about the reality of life for chi…

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Slow start to Madlanga Commission 6:56

6d ago6:56

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Lester Kiewit is in conversation with violence expert Mary de Haas from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Today marks the opening of the Madlanga Commission, an inquiry set up by President Cyril Ramaphosa after police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi warned that South Africa’s criminal justice system faces collapse if corruption and political interfe…

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CR108: Season 5 Trailer, The future just dropped 4:53

6d ago4:53

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Dave, Esmee, and Rob are strapping in for another season of bold, brain-bending conversations—and they’re bringing the flux capacitor with them from Back to the Future. Season 5 beams in global leaders and innovators who challenge how we think about technology, business, and humanity. From AI disruption to digital sovereignty, from leadership to cu…

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Episode 79 - Live form the DSAG Jahreskongress (annual conference) with Christian Braukmüller 37:55

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Christian and Martin recorded an episode in the middle of day two of the DSAG Annual Conference 2025 in Bremen. You can find all the keynotes on DSAG's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@dsagev/videos If you want to support the podcast, we have something for you: https://ko-fi.com/coffeecornerradio…

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Amazon Becomes Masters Broadcaster, OpenAI Launches GPT-5 Codex, Microsoft Xbox App Expands Gaming, Figure AI Secures 1B, and more... 11:26

7d ago11:26

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(0:10): Amazon Joins Masters Coverage: 2026 Tournament Embraces Digital Streaming Revolution (2:28): OpenAI Unveils GPT-5-Codex: Revolutionizing Software Development with Autonomous AI Coding and Robust Safeguards (4:50): Microsoft Xbox App Unifies PC Gaming: Launches Games Across Steam, Epic, and More (6:48): Figure AI Raises $1B for Humanoid Robo…

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Roku’s Sarah Harms on building the future of CTV advertising 16:52

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Connected TV is no longer just a buzzword in the ad world — it’s where the industry is being reinvented. Audiences aren’t just watching differently; they’re shopping, engaging, and co-viewing in ways that open new creative doors for brands. And sitting at the intersection of entertainment and advertising is Roku, a company that’s helping marketers …

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Koeksister legend’s daughter fills shoes 6:22

7d ago6:22

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Goodwood’s famous koeksister man Arno Arpin has sadly passed away at the age of 73. Lester Kiewit speaks to his daughter, Madeleine Arpin, who will continue to make these wonderful treats after learning everything from her late father. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your auth…

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Is the killing of Charlie Kirk the catalyst for something much bigger? 15:52

7d ago15:52

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Following the fatal shooting of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk at a public debate in Utah, Lester Kiewit speaks to Stephen Marche, author of “The Next Civil War” and asks if the killing could be as significant as the 1914 assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand, widely held as the catalyst for World War i. Good Morning Cape Town wit…

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A World View from London: R.I.P. Robert Redford 6:46

7d ago6:46

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Tributes aplenty for late actor; a bizarre tear gas attack in Germany; a second UK state visit for Donald Trump. 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 wit…