Best Beats Research Radio Podcasts (2025)

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Special Episode: Bodies, Borders & Breakthroughs with Dr. Jesse Bump 19:34

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In this episode, we’ll be exploring the work of Dr. Jesse Bump, whose research brings a historical and political economy lens to some of the most pressing challenges in global health. Drawing on history, social science, and policy analysis, Dr. Bump’s research spans local and global scales, offering insight into how societies understand and manage …

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Parenting and Parents: Helping your teen ace their exams by studying smarter, not harder 19:14

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Lynne Beachy Head the Chief Executive Officer of CHASE Education Solutions about Studyclix which was launched in April last year, Studyclix has been hailed as a real game changer in the South African education space. It’s an interactive online platform designed to help Matric students and their teachers boost exam perfo…

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The Travel Feature: Skiing in Poland 11:06

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Iga Motylska a Travel Journalist, and the Founder of Eagerjourneys.com about a winter skiing holiday in Poland, in contrast to the European Alps. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the…

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Movies and What to Stream-All's Fair (Disney Plus) 11:20

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Adelaide Moeng the Award Winning Camera Operator and Founder of MoviesAndStuffSA about All's fair on Disney Plus, Outlaws 2 (Showmax), Last Samurai Standing (Netflix), Old guy and Frankenstein. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. …

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702 Afternoons Book Club with Mandy Wiener: Die by the Sword by Tony Park 22:02

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Relebogile Mabotja and Mandy Wiener speaks to Tony Park the Author of “Die by the Sword” about the heart-stopping chase across South Africa to find Napoleon’s priceless lost sword, by the master of adventure himself, Tony Park. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday aftern…

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City Beat: Uplifting the Downtown Eastside to speed gentrification 17:48

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Plans by Vancouver Mayor Sim and his ABC majority to uplift the Downtown Eastside propose to increase the proportion of market rentals, water down the definition of social housing and dramatically increase allowable building heights. Critics say this amounts to a recipe for rapid gentrification and displacement of local residents. We talk with Ian …

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The Upside of Failure with Zakes Bantwini 34:43

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Zakes Bantwini the Grammy Award-winning record producer, DJ, and businessman about his staying power in the industry, nurturing and honing his talents and the importance of going to school. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Rele…

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Unplugged on 702 Afternoons with Apiwe Bubu 7:24

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Apiwe Bubu a Record Producer, Songwriter and Composer about has his debut album, "Reflections of a Sound Mind" this album explores his inner world, his thoughts, emotions, and cultural identity as a Bantu artist blending traditional African influences with contemporary jazz and global sounds. 702 Afternoons with Relebog…

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Knowler knows: What you must know before calling a tow truck or being towed 37:28

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Consumer Journalist, Wendy Knowler about If you own or drive a car, there’s a good chance that you will be in an accident of some kind, sooner or later. And you will need towing, there is a LOT you need to know to protect yourself, which can save you literally thousands and a whole lot of drama and stress. 702 Afternoon…

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What have you done knowing you are resigning? 23:02

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about resigning. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainme…

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Belief Matters: Why do some cultures forbid women from eating specific parts of animal meat ? 15:46

4d ago15:46

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Dr Balungile Zondi an Anthropologist from the University of KwaZulu-Natal about cultures that forbid women from eating specific parts of animal meat. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of…

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Finance Feature: Why blended families need a different kind of financial planning 7:52

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Claire Steyn a Financial Planner at BDO Wealth (Certified Financial Planner) about a conversation that South African families are quietly struggling with, the unique financial challenges of blended families. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekd…

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World Stroke Day with Lira and George Scola 12:41

5d ago12:41

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Lira the Singer/Songwriter and Stroke Survivor from the Stroke Survivors Foundation and George Scola a Stroke Survivor, Founder and Director (CEO) of the Stroke Survivors Foundation about World Stroke Day and The Blue Glove Challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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What’s the biggest money mistake you made, how much did it cost you and what did you learn from it? 17:25

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about financial mistakes. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of en…

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Special Episode: Bodies, Borders & Breakthroughs with Dr. Jaswant Guzder 22:10

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In this episode, we’ll be exploring the work of Dr. Jaswant Guzder, an internationally renowned transcultural psychiatrist, psychoanalyst, and visual artist. Our conversation will touch on her work at the intersection of child psychiatry, culture, and community-based mental health, drawing from her leadership roles in Montreal and Victoria, as well…

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Special Episode: Bodies, Borders & Breakthroughs with Dr. Jennifer Cleland 21:09

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In this episode, we’ll be delving into the work of Professor Jennifer Cleland, a global leader whose work continues to challenge and expand the boundaries of healthcare education. Her work crosses boundaries in numerous ways, across fields (Health Economics, Medical Statistics, Language and Linguistics and Business), methodologies (big data sets an…

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The Series Edition on the latest medical discoveries and breakthroughs-episode 4 20:18

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Episode 4: The future of human genetics and precision medicine Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Associate Professor Zané Lombard the Head of Division for Human Genetics about the future of human genetics and precision medicine. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon.…

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Tech Feature: What is AI fatigue, and how does it shape attitudes towards technology? 9:31

6d ago9:31

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mike Steyn the founder and Operations Director of Aspire Solutions unpacking what AI fatigue is, why it is happening and how it is shaping our attitudes towards technology. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a l…

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Should public opinion on certain matters like health, legal and finance only be reserved for people who are qualified in them? 28:08

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja 's open line question about qualified opinions. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of e…

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Movies and What to Stream-Bad influencer (Netflix) 12:01

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Adelaide Moeng an Award Winning Camera Operator and the Founder of MoviesAndStuffSA about It: Welcome to Derry (Showmax) Murdaugh-Death In the Family (Disney), Bad influencer (Netflix) and Ballad of A Small Player on Netflix. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio stati…

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Special Episode: Bodies, Borders & Breakthroughs with Dr. Ahmed Rashid 22:23

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Summary of Podcast Episode: In this episode we delve into Professor Ahmed's research and work at the intersection of medicine, global health, and education policy. Our conversation will focus on the role of power, politics, and inequities in shaping these fields. Together, we’ll explore how critical, and often uncomfortable, conversations can be fo…

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Special Episode: Bodies, Borders & Breakthroughs with Dr. Rashmi Kusurkar 19:59

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In this episode, we’ll be exploring the work of Dr. Rashmi Kusurkar, a leading scholar in health professions education whose research centers on the question: how do we develop “students for life”? Her work exists at the intersection of motivation theory, equity, and professional identity, spanning borders, disciplines, and cultures — from advancin…

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The corrosive effects of polite racism 15:35

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Racism does not always follow the patterns of aggressive behaviour, or outright attempts to violate the human rights and equality of racialized people. A study of the experiences of first- and second-generation Haitian and Jamaican Canadians sheds light on a form of racial exclusion sociologist Dr. Karine Coen-Sanchez calls polite racism. She joins…

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Parenting and Parents: Understanding teachers classroom frustrations and what it means for parents 22:24

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Alison Scott the Executive Principal of Bellavista School, and head of Bellavista SHARE about the frustrations teachers face in the classroom and it means for parents. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighte…

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The Travel Feature: All things Egypt as the ultimate travel destination 8:18

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Gabbi Brondani a Writer and Travel Correspondent about Egypt as the ultimate travel destination. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle …

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What is your back up plan if things don’t work out? 17:54

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about a back up plan. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entert…

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Substance use research scientist questions expansion of involuntary care 17:50

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At September’s Union of BC Municipalities convention, Premier David Eby announced that 100 new involuntary care beds would open in the province. The new beds will be shared between Surrey and Prince George, adding to 18 long-term involuntary care beds announced for Maple Ridge in June. While city councillors in the two municipalities welcomed the m…

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The Upside of Failure with Clement Maosa 33:42

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to the Award-winning actor and musician, Clement Maosa best known for his role as Zamokuhle "Kwaito" on Skeem Saam about his acting career, growing up in Limpopo and the lessons he has learned from failure. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday a…

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Unplugged on 702 Afternoons with Kelly Khumalo 6:05

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Kelly Khumalo the Multi-award-winning singer, songwriter, and performer about celebrating 20 years of musical excellence as she marks two decades in the music industry with the release of the 11th album. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday a…

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Knowler Knows: The power of a social media post 30:26

11d ago30:26

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Consumer Journalist, Wendy Knowler about social media posts which are a powerful way for ordinary people to warn or educate people about issues…A pregnant woman’s post about being dispensed a drug not recommended for pregnant woman totally contrary to what the doctor had prescribed got a lot of traction and Wendy source…

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Belief Matters: Spiritually what is the difference between bad luck and a curse? 12:41

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Nomfanelo Munyu a Spiritual Teacher and the author of ‘No Soul Left Behind’ about the difference between a curse and bad luck. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day …

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What’s your secret to a good night’s sleep? 20:28

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about sleep. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment a…

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Health professionals, First Nations call for health impact study of LNG 11:59

11d ago11:59

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In BC, most gas is extracted through fracking, a process that has been shown to have major health impacts on local communities. Health professionals and First Nations leaders are calling on provincial and federal governments to fund an independent health impact assessment of fracking and LNG before approving any more projects. We speak with Dr. Bet…

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Finance Feature: Taxing content creators and influencers 12:01

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Jane Dutton (standing in for Relebogile Mabotja) speaks to Sesethu Cekeshe a Tax specialist about taxing content creators and influencers and avoiding owning SARS. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of …

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How secure do you truly feel in South Africa right now and why? 22:33

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Listeners respond to Jane Dutton (standing in for Relebogile Mabotja)'s open line question about security. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak i…

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The Series Edition on the latest medical discoveries and breakthroughs-Episode-3 19:16

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Episode 3: Vaccines and longevity science Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Professor Shabir Madhi the Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences and Professor of Vaccinology at the University of the Witwatersrand about vaccines and longevity science. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every…

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Tech Feature: Amplifying memory with immersive technologies 9:55

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Ingrid Kopp the Director of Labs and Partnerships at Electric South about the Embassy of France in South Africa, Lesotho, and Malawi, in partnership with the French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) and Electric South, which recently launched Futures_Past: Amplifying Memory with Immersive Technologies a two-year initiati…

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How much of your personality today is a product of surviving your parents rather than being raised by them? 24:24

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of entertainment and leisure. …

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Parenting and Parents: Teaching children about consent 19:02

14d ago19:02

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Jogini Packery, a qualified counselling psychologist, Head of SACAP (The South African College of Applied Psychology), and SACAP spokesperson, about the importance of teaching children about consent. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday after…

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The Travel Feature: Visiting Vredefort Dome 8:12

14d ago8:12

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Iga Motylska a Travel Journalist, and the Founder of Eagerjourneys.com about visiting Vredefort Dome, which isa UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world's largest and oldest visible meteorite impact structure (astrobleme) on Earth (located in South Africa). 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Joh…

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Movies and What to Stream-The Perfect Neighbor (Netflix) 12:46

14d ago12:46

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Adelaide Moeng the Award Winning Camera Operator and Founder of MoviesAndStuffSA about the The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip:Africa (Showmax), Caddo Lake (Showmax), The Perfect Neighbor (Netflix), Eenie Meanie (Disney, The woman in Cabin 10 (Netflix) and a documentary called sneaker Wars :Puma vs Adidas. 702 After…

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Should schools consider holding matric farewells/dances at school with students wearing school uniforms, with outsiders or fancy cars as a few are doing? 19:11

14d ago19:11

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about matric dances. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of enterta…

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The Upside of Failure with Judith Sephuma 35:53

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks with multi-award-winning Afro-Jazz singer Judith Sephuma about her journey in the music industry, personal growth, and navigating grief 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of th…

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Fire Never Dies: The Tina Modotti Project 9:42

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A new play by acclaimed theatre artist and author Carmen Aguirre opened Oct 16 at The Cultch. Fire Never Dies was inspired by the life of Italian photographer Tina Modotti. Modotti was brought up in poverty in Italy, crossed the Atlantic to the U.S. in 1913 when she was in her teens, and then moved to Mexico City where she became part of the thrivi…

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Episode #138 - The Data Science Institute: Converting Data into Knowledge 30:00

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In medical research, having good data in invaluable toward gaining better information, and is the key to increasing medical knowledge. Discover The Data Science Institute: Converting Data into Knowledge…inside this edition of CTSI Discovery Radio!By CTSI of Southeast Wisconsin

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Unplugged on 702 Afternoons with Christian John 7:12

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Singer/Songwriter, Christian John about his experiences growing up in Middelburg and his passion for music. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of…

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CRA unable to justify why it targeted Muslim charities for audits: report 12:41

18d ago12:41

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A newly released report from a national security watchdog confirms what Islamic charities and civil liberties advocates have long argued: that the Canada Revenue Agency’s approach to countering terrorist financing is deeply flawed. The report from the National Security and Intelligence Review Agency was triggered by years of allegations that the CR…

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Knowler Knows: Beware of fraudsters and scams 37:14

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Consumer Jounalist, Wendy Knowler joined by Manie van Schalkwyk, the CEO of the Fraud Prevention Service, discussing how consumers are gearing up for the biggest shopping season of the year kicking off with the Black Friday spending frenzy and rolling into the Christmas rush fraudsters are also preparing. Make no mistak…

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What's the most ridiculous rule you had to follow at a job? 28:27

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about workplace rules. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch to some of the issues of the day as well as a mix of lifestyle topics and a peak into the worlds of enter…

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Belief Matters: What does it mean to live in a multi-faith society? 10:28

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks with Professor Simangaliso R. Kumalo the Dean of the School of Religion, Philosophy and Classics at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in Pietermaritzburg, about the meaning of living in a multi-faith society. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday a…