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Welcome to PodSpective! PodSpective is a youth-led podcast that provides a 360-degree perspective on breaking news and fresh views that matter. From politics and business to entertainment, culture, and tech, we go beyond the headlines with bold, unfiltered conversations that challenge the status quo. Join our weekly Instagram Live discussions (@tellavision360) and be part of a movement redefining the way news is told. With listeners in 13 countries—including the USA, South Africa, and the UK—PodSpective is where young voices shape the global narrative. The future of news is fresh, fearless&360

  1. 04/30/2025

    Freedom Interrupted: What 31 Years of Democracy Means Today

    In this episode of TheNewsDesk, we confront a nation in mourning and a democracy under question. Kagiso Sithole unpacks the tragic developments in the Hennops River case, where three young officers went missing en route to duty. Then in our RoundTalk, we ask: Has the promise of 1994 delivered for South Africa's youth? Featuring youth leaders Kefiloe Mokoena, Luthando Madhlopa, and Mikateko Phalane, we explore whether political freedom is translating into real power, economic justice, and lived dignity. We close with News360, a sharp wrap of this week’s defining headlines — from the VAT U-turn and deadly potholes to school fires and public safety failures.Truth-seeking. Thought-provoking. Youth-focused. This is the conversation South Africa needs. #TheNewsDesk #FreedomDay2025 #YouthVoices #SAPolitics #TellAVision360 #TheFutureIs360 #FreedomInterrupted #News360 #HennopsRiver #RoundTalk

    1h 13m

  2. 04/24/2025

    When Schools Become Battlegrounds & Guards Lose Their Grip

    TheNewsDesk | EPISODE TITLE: Security on Trial: When Schools Become Battlegrounds & Guards Lose Their Grip In this powerful episode, Kagiso Sithole unpacks two urgent crises shaking South Africa: the infiltration of gang violence into schools and the controversial proposed changes to private security laws that could disarm over 580,000 security personnel. 📍 From the gang wars paralysing education in Orange Farm to the national debate around the Private Security Industry Regulation Act, we ask: Are our children safe in classrooms? Will disarming private security protect us, or leave us even more vulnerable? Who holds the line between fear and safety? 🎧 Special guest: Damian Enslin, Chairperson of SAGA, joins us to challenge the state’s direction on security policy. 💬 Tap in, listen closely, and drop your thoughts using #TheNewsDesk and #TAV360.

    43 min

  3. 03/20/2025

    Justice or Manipulation? Power, Privilege & The Fight for Truth

    Can justice be manipulated? In this episode of TheNewsDesk, host Kagiso Sithole dissects the high-stakes legal battle of convicted murderer and rapist Thabo Bester—does he have a legitimate case, or is this just another masterclass in gaming the system? Then, we zoom out to Africa’s biggest diplomatic and political shifts: Rwanda’s fallout with Belgium, the M23 rebels walking away from peace talks, and a Nigerian senator embroiled in a sexual harassment scandal. Finally, we turn the spotlight on World Kidney Day 2025—are we paying enough attention to this silent killer? Special guests Shawn Mwenje African News Correspondent from Mulika Afrika and Professor Malcolm Davies a Specialist Nephrologist, leading kidney health expert, and Internal Medicine professor at Wits University join the conversation to unpack the truths, tensions, and taboos shaping our world today. 💬 Join the debate. Stay informed. Stay engaged. #TheNewsDesk

    52 min

  4. 03/18/2025

    SA’s Budget Battles & Gender Justice: Are We Being Set Up to Struggle?

    TheNewsDesk: Breaking Down Gender Justice & Budget Politics Gender equality isn’t just a conversation—it’s a fight. In this episode, host Kagiso Sithole is joined by Bulelwa Adonis, spokesperson for Women For Change, to unpack the biggest challenges facing women in South Africa in 2025. From gender-based violence to workplace inequality, we explore where progress has been made and what still needs to change. 💬 Poll Question: What do you think is the biggest challenge facing women today? Drop your thoughts in the comments! PLUS, in The Big Story, we break down the DA’s rejection of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s budget—is it a principled stand or political posturing? 🔹 What’s at stake with the proposed VAT increase?🔹 How does this battle test the Government of National Unity?🔹 Will the budget pass, or are we heading for a political showdown? 🚀 Don’t miss this crucial conversation! Tune in, share your thoughts, and be part of the discussion that drives change. 🔗 Follow @TellAVision360 & @WomenForChangeSA for more updates! #TheNewsDesk #GenderJustice #BudgetSpeech2025 #WomenForChange #Politics #GBV #TellAVision

    40 min

  5. 03/07/2025

    Leadership on Trial: Power, Protests & Global Tensions

    TheNewsDesk | Spotify Episode Description South Africa is at a crossroads, and tonight’s TheNewsDesk breaks it all down. 🔥 TheBigStory: President Cyril Ramaphosa is frustrated with Johannesburg’s crumbling infrastructure ahead of the G20 Summit. Can Joburg live up to its title as Africa’s economic hub, or is this a leadership failure on display? ⚖️ Malema vs. the US: The EFF leader slams America after Trump’s administration cuts financial aid to SA. Is this a diplomatic clash, or is South Africa’s foreign policy stance on Palestine coming at a cost? 📢 Student Protests: NSFAS delays, tuition hikes, and student housing crises have once again brought universities to a boiling point. Is this a fight for education, or are we witnessing a deep leadership crisis in higher learning? 🎧 Tap in for thought-provoking analysis, expert insights, and raw conversations. Listen now & join the debate! 🔗 Stream the full episode now on Spotify 🎙️👇#TheNewsDesk #TAV360 #G20 #Johannesburg #EFF #StudentProtests #BreakingNews

    1 hr

  6. 03/05/2025

    South Africa’s Economy, The Joshlin Smith Trial & A Global Power Play

    South Africa avoids a recession, but does 0.6% growth really mean progress? 📉 Meanwhile, the Joshlin Smith trial reveals shocking courtroom testimony—was her mother indifferent or hiding something? And across the Atlantic, Trump freezes military aid to Ukraine, sparking global concern. In AfricaInView, we analyze the political shifts shaping the continent, from Namibia's bidding farewell to Sam Nujoma to the latest power moves in Sudan and Guinea-Bissau. 🎧 Tune in now for in-depth analysis, expert opinions & YOUR take on today's biggest stories! #TheNewsDesk #TAV360 #JoshlinSmith #SouthAfricaEconomy #Trump #Ukraine #AfricaInView #BreakingNews

    57 min

  7. 02/28/2025

    Justice Denied? Power, Politics & Epilepsy spotlight

    In this episode of TheNewsDesk, host Kagiso Sithole unpacks the biggest headlines shaking South Africa. 🔴 The Big Story: The family of a young girl killed in a crash involving footballer Shaune Mogaila accuses Sekhukhune United of emotional abuse. With the player back on the field, we ask—does South African football protect its own at the expense of justice? 🎙 ThePoliticalView: Is South Africa’s first-ever budget delay a warning sign of deeper cracks within the Government of National Unity? Plus, ANC leadership changes in Gauteng—smart strategy or desperate survival move? Our political analyst weighs in. 🟣 TheLead: It’s National Epilepsy Week, and we’re joined by Sharlene Cassel from Epilepsy South Africa to discuss epilepsy in 2025. What’s changed, what still needs urgent action, and how can we fight the stigma? 📢 Join the conversation! Vote in our polls, drop your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to follow us for more in-depth news analysis. #TheNewsDesk #SouthAfrica #BreakingNews #Politics #JusticeForVictims #EpilepsyAwareness #Budget2025

    1h 1m

  8. 02/20/2025

    Justice, Power & The Truth: Unmasking Scandals, Unemployment Myths & Africa’s Leadership Dilemma

    ON THE NEWS DESK: STORIES THAT MATTER! 📍 Hosted by Kagiso Sithole | Special Guest: Shawn Mwenje (Mulika Africa) 🔥 HEADLINES:🛑 Zanzou Nightclub Scandal – Security bouncers caught on camera assaulting and humiliating patrons. Students and activists demand justice—but why does it take social media outrage for action?🕌 Murder of Imam Muhsin Hendricks – The world’s first openly gay imam assassinated in South Africa. Was this a targeted hate crime? We discuss the impact on queer Muslim communities.📉 Unemployment Drops… But Does It Matter? – South Africa’s jobless rate decreases by 0.2%, but is this real progress or political spin? We break down the stats and realities for over 8 million unemployed citizens.🌍 AFRICA IN VIEW: The African Union’s New Leadership – Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf & Algeria’s Selma Malika Haddadi take over the AU Commission. But can they turn the AU from a political talk shop into real action?💬 POLL QUESTION: Do you think the African Union plays a meaningful role in your daily life? Vote & let us know! 🎙 Don’t just listen—be part of the conversation! Tweet us, send your voice notes, and engage live. #TheNewsDesk #SouthAfrica #Unemployment #AULeadership #BreakingNews

    53 min
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Welcome to PodSpective! PodSpective is a youth-led podcast that provides a 360-degree perspective on breaking news and fresh views that matter. From politics and business to entertainment, culture, and tech, we go beyond the headlines with bold, unfiltered conversations that challenge the status quo. Join our weekly Instagram Live discussions (@tellavision360) and be part of a movement redefining the way news is told. With listeners in 13 countries—including the USA, South Africa, and the UK—PodSpective is where young voices shape the global narrative. The future of news is fresh, fearless&360

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  • Creator
    TellAVision
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © TellAVision
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    Podspective