Best Crypto Unplugged Podcasts (2025)

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SI368: Valuation Has Left the Room ft. Cem Karsan & Alan Dunne 1:05:25

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Cem Karsan joins Alan Dunne to chart a market running on more than just momentum. Beneath the surface: a structural liquidity engine, political incentives aligned with asset reflation, and a surge in non-correlated flows reshaping risk itself. As institutions scramble to catch up and volatility begins to rise with price, Cem draws on lessons from t…

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The Upside of Failure with Jabu Stone 27:19

18h ago27:19

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Jabu Stone the Founder of Jabu Stone Hair Care Products about his journey as a pioneer in natural hair care, promoting braids and African locks 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 afternoon. Releb…

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Unplugged on 702 Afternoons with Shef and the Kitchen 5:56

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Siphiwe Shef Hlophe who is a Singer/Songwriter and the founder of Shef and the Kitchen about the band's music journey Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Siphiwe Shef Hlophe who is a Singer/Songwriter and the founder of Shef and the Kitchen about the band's music journey 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live…

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Knowler Knows : Used cars background checks 42:47

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Consumer Jounalist, Wendy Knowler joined by Andrew Travers one of the owners of FirstCheck discussing used cars and how to avoid landing up with a car that has a very dodgy past, you must be willing to check where that vehicle has been and what it’s done before purchasing. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broad…

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Belief Matters: What usually happens to a cult and its followers when the leader dies? Part 2 19:30

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Prof. Maria Frahm-Arp a Professor from the Department of Religion Studies at UJ (University of Johannesburg) unpacking how cults manipulate faith through distorted information and the negative impact of the distorted information. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio s…

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Do you prefer using your leave for travel, rest, or something else? 21:00

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about leave. 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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Your investing guide to the government shutdown 1:00:05

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What history says about the government shutdown—and how to invest. Plus, why gold and Bitcoin are surging… Is Ford (F) a buy? … Forget Nike (NKE)—buy this stock instead… CoreWeave's (CRWV) latest deal... And BlackRock's (BLK) energy investment. In this episode: Next Wednesday: Live with Amir Adnani, CEO of Uranium Energy Corp. [3:03] What history s…

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Finance Feature: Navigating financial infidelity 9:26

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Daddy Shabalala an Independent Financial Adviser, educator, and speaker about financial infidelity unpacking the signs and the impact of financial infidelity. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch t…

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Does sharing your money struggles with your kids prepare them for life or burden them too soon? 33:22

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about money. 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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IL42: Redefining Sovereignty in a Borderless Financial System ft. Zoe Liu 1:03:12

3d ago1:03:12

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China’s trade surplus with the US remains stubbornly large, but its appetite for Treasuries is fading. So where are the dollars going, and what does that say about the country’s evolving financial strategy? Kevin Coldiron welcomes back Dr. Zoe Liu for a nuanced look at how Beijing is managing external pressure, internal control, and the creeping di…

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The Series Edition on the Midlife Renewal-episode 5 26:44

4d ago26:44

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Episode 5: Legacy and Joy – finding purpose in the “second half” of life Relebogile Mabotja speaks with Nikki Bush a Human Potential Expert, award-winning speaker, and bestselling author about the second half of life, a phase that often brings new questions around legacy and purpose. They explore thought-provoking questions such as, What legacy am …

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Tech Feature: Fighting against everyday cybercrime 18:41

4d ago18:41

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Vanessa Sekati a Cybersecurity Services Manager in the financial industry unpacking how in today’s digital age, cyber threats are no longer just an IT problem they are a personal risk that affects everyone, from schoolchildren to CEOs. According to the 2024 Interpol African Cyberthreat Assessment, South Africa experienc…

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What is the first reality check you faced when you reached adulthood? 27:02

3d ago27:02

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about adulthood. 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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Parenting and Parents: Older people's health and wellness (Older Persons Week) 23:58

5d ago23:58

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mpho Tshukudu a registered dietitian and spokesperson for the Association for Dietetics in South Africa and Nursing Sister Karin Davidson a Nurse Specialist who heads up the Cape Town Infusion Centre about Older Persons Week and taking a closer look at older person's health and wellness. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile M…

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Movies and What to Stream-Married At First Sight Mzansi' S2 reunion. 12:47

5d ago12:47

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Phil Mphela the Entertainment Commentator/TV Host about Cop & A Half on (PrimeVideo), Hunting Jessica Brok (PrimeVideo) and Lucky Fish on (Showmax) and 'Married At First Sight Mzansi' S2 reunion. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon…

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Unplugged on 702 Afternoons with LEON JOHN 6:52

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks with singer-songwriter, LEON JOHN about his passion for music and his journey navigating the music industry. 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 l…

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SI367: Portfolio Design in a Distorted World ft. Andrew Beer 1:07:19

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Equities are up more than 50% since the April lows, yet the world feels anything but stable. In this episode, Niels Kaastrup-Larsen and Andrew Beer examine the widening disconnect between market behavior and the backdrop it’s unfolding against. From drone incursions over Denmark to political fragmentation and a rising tolerance for systemic risk, t…

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The Upside of Failure with Tshepo "Tshepo Jeans" Mohlala 35:16

8d ago35:16

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks with Tshepo Mohlala, the founder of Tshepo Jeans, about his journey, the challenges he faced in starting the brand, and the valuable lessons he has learned about never giving up on his dream to make Tshepo Jeans a premium denim label. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio…

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Knowler Knows: When Al gets it wrong-the dangers of blindly trusting ChatGPT and other Al tools 32:37

9d ago32:37

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Consumer Jounalist, Wendy Knowler about ChatGPT, Grok and other Al tools which can churn out polished, seemingly authoritative content, but when the AI fabricates case law or gets the facts wrong, the total outsourcing and blind trust of AI can backfire badly. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on …

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Belief Matters: What usually happens to a cult and its followers when the leader dies? 6:35

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Prof. Maria Frahm-Arp a Professor from the Department of Religion Studies at UJ (University of Johannesburg) unpacking what happens to a cult and its followers when the leader dies. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile b…

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What are the pitfalls of dating someone who is either below or above your financial bracket? 30:12

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about dating below your bracket. 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 world…

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AI is about to break the U.S. grid 46:13

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AI spending is out of control—and it’s creating a power crisis… Why Frank is changing his tune on the solar sector… CoreWeave (CRWV) is pulling back—should you buy? … How Alibaba (BABA) went from ecommerce giant to AI leader. In this episode: Happy birthday to my youngest daughter! [1:08] AI spending is insane—but we’re far from a bubble [2:49] The…

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The wealth of wellness: building a healthier, wealthier life. [Exploring how physical, mental, and financial health are interconnected] 35:17

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Mogen Naidoo, Executive Coach, Professional Motivational Speaker, and Mentor, to discuss the evolving concept of wellness in South Africa. Wellness now encompasses more than just physical health; it's about achieving a delicate balance between physical, mental, and financial well-being. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Ma…

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UGO06: Democratizing the Asymmetric Trade ft. Vlad Tenev 41:28

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Vlad Tenev, CEO of Robinhood joins Cem Karsan at the Hood Summit in Las Vegas, for a timely conversation about the shifting edge in markets. From memories of hyperinflation in Bulgaria to unlocking tools once reserved for institutions, Vlad outlines how Robinhood is positioning retail for a different kind of market regime. Futures, short selling, 2…

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Why do we let one negative comment stick with us for decades, while a heartfelt compliment disappears in days? 13:54

10d ago13:54

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Why do we let one negative comment stick with us for decades, while a heartfelt compliment disappears in days? 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 pe…

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Crypto 101 – how it works and how to stay safe from scam 9:40

10d ago9:40

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Relebogile speaks to Lerato Mlambo, Product Manager of Luno, to discuss the alarming rise of cryptocurrency scams in South Africa. These scams range from fake exchanges and Ponzi schemes to phishing attacks and impersonation scams, targeting unsuspecting users and resulting in significant financial losses. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is …

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The Series Edition on the Midlife Renewal-episode 4 19:29

11d ago19:29

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Episode 4: Reinventing your career Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Advaita Naidoo the Africa MD at Jack Hammer Global about reinventing your career 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 …

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When does religion start to become a mental health crisis? 31:13

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about the rapture. 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 entertain…

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Tech Feature: Zero-rated learning platform 10:19

11d ago10:19

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Jose Andre the CEO of TechNov8 about making accredited courses, skills training, and job placement programs completely free through zero-rated data access on the YOMO network. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings …

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Parenting and Parents: What happens to boys when men behave badly? 18:38

12d ago18:38

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Jaco van Schalkwyk the founder of The Character Company (TCC) discussing how often we hear about how “men behaving badly” devastates women and girls but what’s far less examined is the other side of the story and what happens to boys growing up in the shadow of those same toxic models of masculinity? From an early age, …

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The Travel Feature: Best ways to save money while travelling Part 2 8:46

12d ago8:46

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Iga Motylska a Travel Journalist, and the Founder of Eagerjourneys.com about the best ways to save money while travelling. 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 w…

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Movies and What to Stream-One Battle After Another 8:51

12d ago8:51

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Adelaide Moeng a Videographer and the Founder of Movies and Stuff about House of Guinness (Netflix), Black Rabbit (Netflix), Wayward (Netflix ) and a movie One Battle After Another. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile b…

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What are the signs of a good neighbourhood? 25:42

12d ago25:42

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Listeners respond to Relebogile Mabotja's open line question about good neighbourhoods. 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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SI366: The Strategy Didn’t Fail. The Investors Did. ft. Rob Carver 1:02:01

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Rob Carver is back from summer break for a conversation that moves between past and present through the lens of lived experience. Starting with the anniversary of Lehman’s collapse, Rob and Niels unpack why strong performance often coexists with poor investor outcomes - and how timing, not strategy, remains the silent killer. They question the rece…

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The Upside of Failure with Nono Mofokeng 34:08

15d ago34:08

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to Nono Mofokeng a VFX specialist (one of South Africa’s First Black Female VFX Specialists) about her journey, from a curious little girl in Mafikeng who loved cartoons, to working on Hollywood blockbusters in London, major international productions including Snow White (Disney, 2025) and Aquaman 2 (Warner Bros, 2023) as …

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Unplugged on 702 Afternoons with Phinda Matlala 5:24

15d ago5:24

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to celebrated South African Afro-jazz singer and composer, Phinda Matlala about her music career and her upcoming Standard Bank Joy of Jazz festival performance. 702 Afternoons with Relebogile Mabotja is broadcast live on Johannesburg based talk radio station 702 every weekday afternoon. Relebogile brings a lighter touch t…

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Knowler Knows: The Mitchum deodorants recall 34:44

16d ago34:44

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Relebogile Mabotja speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler, joined by Phetho Ntaba, spokesperson for the National Consumer Commission, and attorney Janusz Luterek. They unpack the Mitchum deodorant recall, where consumers were invited to return affected roll-on batches for a refund but it appears not all retailers received or followed the direc…