Democracy Unplugged
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.
13 Episodes
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…
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…
Democracy Unplugged : 100 Days of GNU Part 2
100 days of GNU… and counting! Is it working? Podcaster, author and YouTuber Penuel The Black Pen is joined by Karabo Khakhau, National Spokesperson for the Democratic Alliance (DA), Ramarumo Mfulwane, Pan Africanist Congress of Azania (PAC) Deputy Secretary General, and Vuyo Zungula, President of the African Transformation Movement (ATM),…
Democracy Unplugged: 100 DAYS OF GNU: Part 1
To GNU or not to GNU? That is the question! Renowned political commentator, best-selling author and host Justice Malala is joined by Co-founder and Deputy Leader of Build One South Africa Nobuntu Hlazo-Webster, and ActionSA National Chairperson Michael Beaumont together with an interactive audience to explore how far we’ve come…
Democracy Unplugged: Who to vote for? Or not?
Less than a week before South Africans head to polls for this pivotal election, thought leaders and commentators Kanthan Pillay, Katlego Moagi, Xavier Bapoo and Roman Cabanac delve into key issues around all the political parties and thestrategic choices facing voters. With pertinent questions from th audience, this is a…
Democracy Unplugged : Party Lines On Crime
Democracy Unplugged – Party Lines on the Crime Crisis As #Election2024 approaches, how are political parties dealing with the crisis of crime that faces South Africa? The problem of crime is something where there is general agreement but what is to be done about it? Free Market Foundation (FMF) partnered…
Democracy Unplugged : Eric Weinstein, Timothy Maurice Webster and Gareth Cliff
In this special episode of Democracy Unplugged, internationally acclaimed podcaster Eric Weinstein joins Timothy Maurice Webster and Gareth Cliff for this dynamic panel discussion. With Eric as a leading voice in contemporary discourse, renowned for his thought-provoking insights on a wide range of topics; Timothy - best-selling author and speaker…
Democracy Unplugged : Can a woman lead the country?
What is the status of women in politics? Democracy Unplugged this week is an insightful and powerful exploration of the role of not only women, but also the part men have to play in building functional communities. Join moderator Lebang Kgosana and panellists Tessa Dooms, Anele Mda and Craig Wilkinson…
Democracy Unplugged : Debut Voters
What are first time voters thinking about the upcoming election? In this episode of Democracy Unplugged we delve into the perspectives of first-time voters. Shumikazi Radebe, Tayla Barret and Nkanyezi Ndlovu engage in a lively discussion and answer some tough questions from the audience, moderated by Phumi Mashego. The panelists…
Democracy Unplugged : Jonathan Witt, Kathan Pillay and Phumlani Majozi
In the latest edition of Democracy Unplugged, three arch-capitalists get together to discuss the South African economy, social class, global influences, politics and job creation. Dr. Jonathan Witt, who is outspoken on social media about many issues; media man Kanthan Pillay, founder of The Capitalist Party and Phumlani Majozi, social…
Democracy Unplugged : Douglas Murray, JJ Tabane and Gareth Cliff
The very different worlds of Douglas Murray, Professor Ongopotse JJ Tabane and Gareth Cliff come together for this conversation to find common ground on important matters like corruption, international credibility and leadership. The conversation also led to disagreement on some issues with overall respect for open dialogue and critical thinking…
Q&A Session - Penuel the Black Pen, Sizwe Mpofu - Walsh and Mighti Jamie
Jack Motlanthe opens up the floor for the in studio question and answer session. The audience asked the esteemed panelists their thoughts on, including but not limited to, the upcoming elections and the future of the country.
Democracy Unplugged : Penuel the Black Pen, Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh and Mighti Jamie
What is democracy? Is it time for a political remix? Join our esteemed inaugural panel - recorded in front of a live studio audience - with prominent social commentators and podcasters: Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh; Penuel the Black Pen and Mighti Jamie - hosted by Podcast Party’s Jack Motlanthe. Unplugged truth being…