The Pioneer Podcast

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The Pioneer Podcast, hosted by Ernst Roets and produced by Lex Libertas, is a weekly show focusing on South African politics, culture, and Afrikaner self-determination. Released every Thursday on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, it features Roets, a constitutional law expert and Afrikaner activist, discussing topics such as decentralization, farm murders, free speech, and Western heritage with various guests. The podcast often critiques centralized governance and race-based policies. Episodes provide in-depth analysis and are aimed at audiences interested in South African current events and Afrikaner issues.

  1. 6D AGO

    Foot-and-mouth disease disaster | Francois Rossouw | TPP#83

    In this episode of the Pioneer Podcast, I speak with Francois Rossouw, CEO of the Southern African Agri Initiative (Saai), about the devastating foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in South Africa. We examine its impact on farmers, farms, the agricultural sector and the country as a whole. Rossouw offers insight into how the crisis could be managed.  If you want to support farmers you can reach out to Saai on 066 071 6094 or visit https://saai.org/en/ For more information on the work of Lex Libertas, you can visit https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/

    31 min

  2. FEB 5

    The world is changing, but should we? | TPP#82

    In this episode of the Pioneer Podcast, I share the speech I recently delivered at the Adopting Bitcoin Conference in Cape Town.   If you agree with this message and what to be part of the solution, contact us here - https://wa.me/27639066247?text=Ek%20wil%20meer%20weet%20oor%20Lex%20Libertas%20(I%20would%20like%20to%20know%20more%20about%20Lex%20Libertas)

    23 min

  3. JAN 29

    Unapologetic: Free Speech and the Media Revolution | Gareth Cliff | TPP#81

    In this episode of the Pioneer Podcast, I sit down with veteran broadcaster Gareth Cliff — from 5FM success and 11 seasons on Idols to founding CliffCentral. Gareth explains why he left mainstream radio for independent digital media, how he fought (and won) a landmark legal battle over a cancel-culture controversy, and why he’s lost faith in South Africa’s political leadership. We also discuss the decay of legacy media and free speech in the podcast era. You can support Lex Libertas here - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/support-us Click here to sign up to the Lex Libertas Newsletter - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/newsletter

    55 min

  4. JAN 23

    Where we are going | TPP#80

    In this episode of the Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets share some ideas about our plans for 2026, including long-term and short term-goals and how you can get involved.   You can support Lex Libertas here - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/support-us

    24 min

  5. JAN 16

    The Growth and Impact of Lex Libertas | TPP#79

    In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, I look back at 2025 and how Lex Libertas has grown since our establishment in March 2025. I give a short breakdown on the following: •⁠ ⁠Research we have done so far •⁠ ⁠⁠The domestic support we have gained •⁠ ⁠⁠Raising International awareness and recognition •⁠ ⁠⁠The support we converted into practical action •⁠ ⁠⁠Our progress in changing De Facto realities If you want to play a more active role in our work in 2026, sign up for the Lex Libertas club here - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/club  f you want to see what we achieved so far, read our 300day report here - https://cdn.sanity.io/files/jem6lqyp/production/5867bec2d2f7963ea401d73504225073e8722fef.pdf  If you want to support Lex Libertas, you can do that here - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/support-us

    25 min

  6. JAN 1

    Reflections from 2025 | TPP #77

    In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, I reflect on the massive year that 2025 was. Stay tuned for our plans for 2026. You can support Lex Libertas here - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/support-us Click here to sign up to the Lex Libertas Newsletter - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/newsletter

    7 min

  7. 12/18/2025

    How to invest in South Africa | TPP #75

    In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, I explain why raising awareness about the crisis in South Africa is essential for increasing political pressure, while also highlighting the importance of encouraging investment in the country.   You can support Lex Libertas here - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/support-us

    25 min

  8. 12/11/2025

    Evaluating South Africa’s Challenges | Martin van Staden | TPP #74

    In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, I speak with Martin van Staden, Head of Policy at the Free Market Foundation in South Africa, about the narrative that President Cyril Ramaphosa and the media have been pushing regarding the crisis is south Africa, growing international criticism and the conclusion of the G20 summit.   You can support Lex Libertas here - https://www.lexlibertas.org.za/support-us

    56 min
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The Pioneer Podcast, hosted by Ernst Roets and produced by Lex Libertas, is a weekly show focusing on South African politics, culture, and Afrikaner self-determination. Released every Thursday on platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, it features Roets, a constitutional law expert and Afrikaner activist, discussing topics such as decentralization, farm murders, free speech, and Western heritage with various guests. The podcast often critiques centralized governance and race-based policies. Episodes provide in-depth analysis and are aimed at audiences interested in South African current events and Afrikaner issues.

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  • Creator
    The Pioneer Initiative
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    78
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    The Pioneer Podcast

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