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Taking the Rams by the Horns

Veteran journalist and broadcaster Rams Mabote, in association with SowetanLIVE, hosts a weekly podcast that looks at the funny side of news and current affairs.  Mabote will take listeners on a journey to the light side of dark. Because life is too short to take the news to heart, and in typical South African style, we choose to laugh so we don’t cry.

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    Marketing through mud and dust, according to Nano Mothibi

    BMarketing expert warns creatives to dare to do the uncomfortable, if they are to make it in the cutthroat industry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  2. 156

    Pearl Mbewe: A daughter, a mother and a sister

    Public Relations superstar speaks about GBV, parenting, media and becoming a brand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  3. 155

    Ke Dezemba boss: Time to know your whisky

    In preparation for the holidays, whisky ambassador Thami Banda gives us an Idiot's Guide to Whisky. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  4. 154

    I BLEW IT – The RAF way

    Of girlfriends, bodyguards and millions of rand spent recklessly by the Road Accident Fund Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  5. 153

    Unknown to him, Paul Biya retains Cameroonian presidency

    Unbeknown to him, ninety-two-year-old Cameroonian president Paul Biya, has been voted back into office for another eight-year term. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  6. 152

    SA is limping, but it is not lights out, yet

    Sipho Ngwema looks back on how the promise of 1994 has slowly been derailed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  7. 151

    Make Joburg clean again. But don’t take away its bounce

    Informal traders that have brought so much joy to many men and women over the years are being removed from the city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  8. 150

    The ANC finally has a plan for South Africa, again

    In a dramatic turn of events, the leadership of the ANC has released yet another plan to turn the fortunes of the country around. Don’t hold your breath. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  9. 149

    Celebrating podcaster Ursula Mariani

    Ursula enjoying all her dimensions as content creator, voice over artist and academic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  10. 148

    It is darkest before dawn says Songezo Zibi

    Chairman of SCOPA argues that South Africa must not despair over the Madlanga Commission of Enquiry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  11. 147

    Ntshavheni enters the annuls of Most Influential People

    Forget about service delivery, the South African government has now delivered the solar eclipse.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  12. 146

    Makashule Gana takes a gamble on the betting industry

    Rise Mzansi MP determined to rid South Africa of its corrupt and addictive gambling sickness. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  13. 145

    Pitso Motaung to Dance The Death Drill On Stage

    Joburg Theatre brings Fred Khumalo's iconic novel on stage: Don't Miss It. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  14. 144

    Holomisa floored in a radio interview from hell

    Touched on his studio by a radio caller, belligerent yet likeable Gen Bantu Holomisa tells everyone to go to hell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  15. 143

    Relentless Tebogo Malaka goes Bell Pottinger

    Beleagured IDT boss tries spin to save face, but falls flat on it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  16. 142

    A not-so-heartfelt advice for IDT's Tebogo Malaka

    If you really have to bribe a journalist, don't do it on a Stellenbosch wine farm. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  17. 141

    Panyaza Lesufi perfects the art of demoting officials upward

    Gauteng government run by ghost workers, relatives and underperforming managers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  18. 140

    Wine, whisky and Holy Land: A day in the life of a politician

    Members of Parliament reveal what it takes to get their attention. Not much it would seem. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  19. 139

    Noma does Cold Play on Gigaba

    Ministers ex-wife goes rogue about a "doctored" PhD, Rolex watches, Covid romps and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  20. 138

    It’s the law, stupid. Mbhazima Shilowa explains decision on Senzo Mchunu

    Shilowa explains what Cyril Ramaphosa did, could have done, did not do and could not do regarding the Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s revelations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  21. 137

    A week from hell for President Cyril RamaphosaA week from hell for President Cyril Ramaphosa

    Ramaphosa ducks all sorts of Bric(k)s from Trump, Mkhwanazi, and a jet that won't fly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  22. 136

    Are you sceptical about Africa? Well, think again

    Renowned marketer Thebe Ikalafeng shares his views about Africa, her leaders and her people. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  23. 135

    Ayanda Allie: The Native Who Caused All The Trouble

    BOSA's only MPL in Gauteng is determined to fix the province, by keeping everyone on the straight and narrow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  24. 134

    Broadcasting is fun, but not a walk in the park - Thabiso Tema

    Thabiso "TT" Tema shares his journey behind the mic, what it takes and what fans don't really know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  25. 133

    Trump Drama: South Africa came out alive

    Lorato Tshenkeng gives us a PR101 on the recent Oval Office fiasco. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  26. 132

    Betereinders: Ons dak nie, ons phola hier

    Meet Johan Erasmus, the Afrikaner that prefers a happy ending over a refugee status. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  27. 131

    An Idiots Guide To The Budget

    Economist Duma Gqubule joins the chorus to call Enoch Godongwana to VAT home terug. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  28. 130

    South Africa is in a football nirvana right now.

    Pirates, Sundowns, Stellies and Bafana Bafana restore our pride in the midst of a political circus. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  29. 129

    Tebogo Khaas advises Ramaphosa: Put South Africa first

    In the current US-SA impasse, Public Interest SA Chairman argues that South Africa must stop trying to please everyone SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  30. 128

    T-Bose Mokwele: life, radio and family

    Rams takes us on a journey to view into the things that move famous broadcaster Thabo Mokwele. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  31. 127

    Ekurhuleni loses its peace as EMPD officers go on strike

    EMPD officers block the streets to demand their cake with lots of cooldrink on top. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  32. 126

    An Idiots Guide to Budget 2025

    Rams Mabote gives you a layman’s appreciation of the Budget speech by minister Enoch Godongwana SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  33. 125

    Trump should not stop with white Afrikaners

    Our podcaster writes an open letter to Donald Trump to “Make Rams Great Again” SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  34. 124

    Who knocked up our SANDF soldiers in the DRC?

    SANDF mission in the DRC proves that sex can be a perfect peace keeping/enforcement effort. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  35. 123

    Rams appears before Scopa to account

    Scopa chair Songezo Zibi hauls podcaster over the coals about his saucy novel. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  36. 122

    “I apologise, but Tsek Floyd,” says Duduzile Zuma

    Duduzile Zuma causes a stir as goes wild on X and then refuses to apologise to Floyd Shivambu. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  37. 121

    Open Letter to President Jacob Zuma

    In an open letter Rams advises Jacob Zuma to rest for his court losses. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  38. 120

    Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef comes into town, and that’s not a joke.

    Fasten your seat belt. Bassem Youssef is in South Africa to drop a few bombs about the Middle East. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  39. 119

    Donald Trump introduces the 5th Industrial Revolution

    The world will never be the same again as Trump introduces new ways of killing the enemy. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  40. 118

    Scopa: so far, so good, says Songezo Zibi

    Rise Mzansi boss shares the good, the bad, and the hilarious moments from his first six months as Scopa Chairman. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  41. 117

    The 2024 Christmas book catalogue for politicians

    Rams lists the kind of books he will buying for GNU and other politicians for this Christmas. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  42. 116

    GNU: The ANC's own Isithembu

    Lukhona Mnguni takes us through the good, the bad and the ugly of the polygamous GNU. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  43. 115

    An exclusive interview that revealed nothing exclusive

    Jacob Zuma takes the Sunday Times on a merry go around of fantasy, amnesia and denial. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  44. 114

    Finally something to smile about for Kaizer Motaung

    Irvin Khoza urges the PSL to gift Kaizer Motaung R2-million to thank him for his contribution to football. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  45. 113

    An Open Letter to US vice president Kamala Harris

    For objective and subjective reasons, Kamala Harris did not stand a chance against Trump and herself SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  46. 112

    Americans get ready to choose Dumb or Dumber

    Donald Trump or Kamala harris – America finds itself in real garbage SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  47. 111

    Divorce or not, Siyamthanda uKolisi

    The rumour mill goes amok about reasons why Siya and Rachel broke up SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  48. 110

    The coming and the going mixed up

    GNU: Partners Caught Between A Rock and A Hard Place SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  49. 109

    Rams switches chairs and becomes the guest

    Simmi Areff interviews Rams on his debut novel The Sweetest Taboo. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

  50. 108

    Those that the gods seek to destroy, first they make mad

    Pastor Enigma brings the second version of the Ten Commandments. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Veteran journalist and broadcaster Rams Mabote, in association with SowetanLIVE, hosts a weekly podcast that looks at the funny side of news and current affairs.  Mabote will take listeners on a journey to the light side of dark. Because life is too short to take the news to heart, and in typical South African style, we choose to laugh so we don’t cry.

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Veteran journalist and broadcaster Rams Mabote, in association with SowetanLIVE, hosts a weekly podcast that looks at the funny side of news and current affairs.  Mabote will take listeners on a journey to the light side of dark. Because life is too short to take the news to heart, and in typical...

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