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PODCAST: The tyranny of mediocrity The consequences of the widening war in the Middle East are hard to predict, but one thing is very clear: we are surrounded by… Mark BarnesTim Cohen April 28, 2026 Opinion·Pods
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PODCAST: ‘Sharp Sharp’ – Inside South Africa’s road rage epidemic South Africa ranks first in the world for aggressive drivers. The fact that road rage is a subcategory in our murder stats speaks to… Rob RoseZukile Majova April 24, 2026 Opinion·Pods
PODCAST: ‘Nothing Works but the People’ – the financial advisers Pheladi Sethusa’s new podcast does a dive into South African work and workers, this week focusing on financial advisers.… by Currency News April 23, 2026 Opinion·Pods
PODCAST: The great South African reboot From Transnet to Joburg, the times they are a-changin’ in South Africa. At last… Tim CohenMark Barnes April 22, 2026 Opinion·Pods
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