The Renegade Report
A hard-hitting, factual podcast that seeks to undermine modern narratives with the use of evidence, facts and statistics.
Ali Shakur
On this episode of the podcast the hosts are joined by outspoken follower of Hotep, Ali Shakur. 'Hotep Jesus', as he likes to be known, explains the philosophy behind the Hotep lifestyle, the problems facing African Americans, and the solutions he believes need to be found within. Roman explores the…
The Case for Marxism
On this episode, consultant and Marxist Byron McFadden joins the hosts to discuss his views. Byron explains the errors of the Bolsheviks in implementing socialism in the 20th century, and points to other examples of these principles being used elsewhere in the world. Jonathan pushes back against the notion that…
Brendan O'Neill
The guest this week is Spiked Online editor Brendan O'Neill. Brendan explains his roots as a Marxist and motivates his belief that Marx and Engels were in fact devoted to freedom and against the State. Jonathan proposes the idea that both the left and right can't help but become elitist…
Jordan Peterson
On this episode of The Renegade Report Roman and Jonathan are joined by Canadian clinical psychologist and tenured professor at the University of Toronto, Jordan Peterson. Professor Peterson gives insight into the great ideological war between the theory of Marxism as contrasted to Western values. This leads into a discussion…
Freedom Trumps Commies
On this episode of the show the guest is economist, free market expert, and author Russell Lamberti. Russell tells us why Pravin Gordhan is steering us off a fiscal cliff with communist policy, and mulls the benefits and disadvantages of Brian Molefe as a Zuma puppet replacement. Roman explores whether…
Hunter Maats
The guest on the this episode of The Renegade Report is podcaster and author Hunter Maats. The conversation focuses on culture and the effect it has on a combination of our thoughts and feelings. Hunter discusses the value to be found in strange ideologies like Scientology, the size of the…
Prof. Iain Benson
Roman and Jonathan are joined by legal scholar, academic and writer, Professor Iain Benson. Professor Benson argues that religious and philosophical virtues need to be incorporated into our legal and political framework to give effect to the virtues of equality, fairness and transformation. The hosts and Professor Benson discuss human…
It's 2017!
The Renegade Report is back with a vengeance, as cynical and nihilistic as ever. Roman and Jonathan are solo on this episode dedicated to the new year, which looks to triple down on the doubling down of 2016. They discuss the abysmal Matric results, our celebration of mediocrity, and why…
Gareth Cliff Understands Freedom of Speech
On the final episode of The Renegade Report for 2016, the hosts are joined by the inimitable Gareth Cliff. In this safe space the media giant discusses his love affair with Barry Obama, as well as a level-headed approach to The Donald. Roman and Jonathan delve into Gareth's views on…
Phumlani Majozi
This week's guest is policy analyst, radio commentator and IRR fellow Phumlani Majozi. The discussion meanders through various topics including the teflon man Jacob Zuma, the whichever way the wind blows figure of Julius Malema, and the obsession with identity politics holding us back. Phumlani tells of his journey to…
This is Not a Fake Podcast
This episode of The Renegade Report has Jonathan and Roman sounding off about current affairs and whatever comes to mind. The hosts discuss the death of Fidel Castro and the predictable reaction of the left, the rise and fall of fake news sites like CNN and the Huffington Post, as…
Steve Hofmeyr
The guest this week is little-known Afrikaans singer and activist Steve Hofmeyr. Roman and Jonathan discuss the aftermath of the American election and its meaning for the mainstream media, the celebrity culture and the future of identity politics. Steve opens up about his views on race, culture and being “pro-generalisation”…
Gus Silber
The Renegade Report plays host to South African Twitter royalty, journalist and writer Gus Silber. The discussion focuses on the media, their biases and their positioning within society. Gus emphasises the role of individual journalists versus the concept of a monolithic media, as well as the reality of these individuals…
Crooked Hillary vs Grabby Trump
It's an American Election Special for a very 'special' election. The guest is Ashor Sarupen, local and international campaign expert, who gives insightful analysis on Crooked Hillary and Grabby Trump. Jonathan and Roman explore the entire US election process from the primaries to the Congress, the Senate, and of course…
The Value of Liberalism
Liberty advocate and repenting lawyer Cecelia Kok joins the hosts on this episode of The Renegade Report. Cecelia talks about her passion for all things freedom and the inspiration she takes from philosophers like John Stuart Mill. The discussion explores the role identity plays in the moral assessment of actions,…
The Renegade Report - Anarchy for Communists
The guest on the show this week is vegan anarchist Aragorn Eloff, who claims to disagree with almost all the hosts’ views. Aragorn explains the meaning of anarchism and how it fits in, or doesn’t fit in, with our current societal structures. Roman revels in having a fellow anarchist in…
The Renegade Report - David Bullard
This episode plays host to self-declared curmudgeon David Bullard. The guest reflects back on the column which led to his firing from The Sunday Times and subsequently being labeled a "racist", despite being one of the forerunners in the call for 'decolonisation'. Jonathan and Roman probe David's views on modern…
The Renegade Report - The Popo
Member of Parliament and Shadow Minister of Police, Zakhele Mbhele. Jonathan and Roman are keen to understand the policing of protests on university campuses and the ability of our police services to respond appropriately. The discussion also explores the failings of leadership in the SAPS, a potential libertarian approach to…
The Renegade Report - Hunting Saves Lives
This episode of The Renegade Report deals with the often controversial topic of hunting. Roman and Jonathan chat to game farm owner and hunting expert Eardley Rudman. They dissect the economic impact of this popular activity as well as the role it has to play in the conservation of animals…
The Renegade Report - Woke Before September Ends
It's a solo show with Roman and Jonathan. The guys talk about how to make South Africa great again, with excellent insights garnered from publications like The Daily Pox. The discussion takes a very thoughtful approach to the latest round of #FeesMustFall, a reflection on the Steven Anderson debacle, and…