Democracy Unplugged

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Democracy Unplugged brings together thought leaders, activists and influencers to untangle the threads of democratic principles, dissect current challenges, and envision what our future could hold.

  1. 08/15/2025

    Women's Month: Reality Check | Democracy Unplugged

    What will it take to keep women safe in South Africa? What's being done? Is it enough? And what real action is needed now? Siv Ngesi unpacks this with DA’s Eleanore Spies, ANC’s Pat Lekker, entrepreneur and activist Rachel Kolisi and MOSAIC’s Ronel E Stevens as they confront one of the country's most urgent crises: gender-based violence.

    1h 44m

  2. 07/24/2025

    Is SA losing the battle against crime? | Democracy Unplugged

    Is South Africa losing the battle against crime? Are we addressing it or just reacting to it? Hosted by Penuel the Black Pen and prominent voices, including DJ Warras, Kanthan Pillay and Bobby Petkov, Democracy Unplugged unpacks the root causes of one of the country's most pressing crises and what real solutions to our crime crisis could look like.

    1h 38m

  3. 06/19/2025

    SA's Education Crisis with Bafana Modise, Nombulelo Chiya and Nhlanhla Lux | Democracy Unplugged

    Is education empowering young people the way it should and are we equipping the youth for a future they can believe in? In this important episode, we unpack what's really failing South Africa's youth - and it's not just the school system. This conversation dives into the real meaning of a "dropout" in a system designed to exclude, why access and opportunity are as important as academic content, the rise of substance abuse and quick-cash hustles in the absence of hope, whether our laws are empowering or simply controlling young people, and how we can reimagine education to build entrepreneurs, creators, and problem-solvers - not just job seekers.

    1h 33m

  4. 06/06/2025

    Arts, Culture and the Classroom moderated by Brent Lindeque | Democracy Unplugged

    Can a nation truly thrive without nurturing its artists from the ground up? Brent Lindeque moderates this powerful conversation, 702 and CapeTalk’s Nothemba Madumo, music legend Sipho ‘HotStix’ Mabuse and Redhill School’s Joseph Gerassi reflect on how creative education shapes identity and preserves our diverse national heritage. This is more than just a discussion - it’s a celebration of creativity, identity, heritage, and the power of education to shape who we are. Podcast Party is a proud to be a media partner for Redfest - Gauteng's leading arts festival which takes over the Redhill Campus in Sandton from 13th - 16th June. Support arts and culture - starting in the classrooms - and don't miss out on this unforgettable experience of live performances, music, art, food, markets and family fun. Tickets available at https://shop.ticketpro.co.za/seller/redhill-arts-festival-bufn.

    1h 19m

  5. 05/30/2025

    GNU One Year On! Coalition or Collision | Democracy Unplugged

    GNU - One Year On! Coalition or Collision? Democracy Unplugged explores this... Moderated by Phumi Mashigo featuring the ANC's Khalid Sayed, DA's Karabo Khakhau, IFP's Mkhuleko Hlengwa and GOOD's Brett Herron.

    1h 38m

  6. 03/20/2025

    South Africa and the USA - friends or foes? | Democracy Unplugged

    South Africa and the USA - friends, foes, or just tangled in a complicated dance? At this incredibly tenuous moment in time when the relationship between South Africa and the USA is under the spotlight, this Democracy Unplugged conversation moderated by Phumi Mashigo, dives into this important conversation. From Afrikaans farmers being offered refuge status in America, to dramatic budget cuts and now the South African Ambassador being booted out where does SA really stand? We unpack the drama, the diplomacy, and the deals shaping our future with our esteemed panel. Panelists: Brooks Spector – a former US diplomat, journalist, and expert on international affairs. With decades of experience analysing global politics—especially US-South Africa relations. Ernst van Zyl, Head of Public Relations at AfriForum. A prominent voice in South African political discourse – well now for his presence on X "Conscious Caracal" - Ernst is known for his sharp analysis. Thebe Ikalafeng, a leading African branding expert, strategist, and thought leader. Thebe has been recognised as one of the 100 Most Influential Africans by New African Magazine, 100 Most Reputable Africans by Reputation International and 100 Most Influential Creative People of African Descent...and that's only a snippet of his accolades.

    1h 42m

  7. 02/20/2025

    The Real State of the Nation | Democracy Unplugged

    What can we expect in 2025? From President Cyril Ramaphosa's State of the Nation address in Parliament on 6 February to President Donald Trump's South Africa "intervention, comedian and social commentator Eugene Khoza unpacks some of the political, business, social and media shifts we can anticipate this year with our esteemed panelists Jacob Maroga, former Eskom CEO; journalist/TV presenter Lourensa Eckard, and Associate Professor and Founder and Executive Chairperson of Democracy Works Foundation, Prof William Gumede.

    1h 34m
  8. Democracy Unplugged | Health Check : NHI Yes or No?

    11/13/2024

    Democracy Unplugged | Health Check : NHI Yes or No?

    National Health Insurance - Yes or No? That’s the topic of this special edition of Democracy Unplugged moderated by Penuel The Black Pen. Free Market Foundation’s Mike Settas, Democratic Alliance’s Michéle Clarke and Dr Confidence Moloko, who has worked within the ANC, dive into this topic to look at the goals and principles of NHI, its implementation and challenges, public perception and its future.

    1h 23m
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Democracy Unplugged brings together thought leaders, activists and influencers to untangle the threads of democratic principles, dissect current challenges, and envision what our future could hold.

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  • Creator
    Podcast Party
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Podcast Party
  • Show Website
    Democracy Unplugged