The Renegade Report
A hard-hitting, factual podcast that seeks to undermine modern narratives with the use of evidence, facts and statistics.
Your Questions Answered
This week on the Renegade Report, the Renegades answer your questions! Find out what we think about Cyril Ramaphosa winning the elective conference, the reaction to our antinatalism debate, as well as our plans for 2018.
Jordan B Peterson & David Benatar
This episode of the podcast hosts a debate between University of Cape Town Professor of Philosophy, David Benatar, and the University of Toronto’s Professor of psychology, Jordan B Peterson. David is a proponent of antinatalism, which posits that birth is an overall negative event and as such it follows that…
Sorta Solo
On this final episode of the podcast for the year, the hosts reflect back on 2017. Friend of the show, Nicholas Babaya, pops in to join the conversation. Roman is keen to rate Donald Trump and remind everyone of how great anarchy would be, while Jonathan considers the decline of…
Dawie Scholtz
This episode plays host to former political speech writer turned consultant and election polling expert, Dawie Scholtz. He explains his voting models and the influencing factors in South Africa from geography to socio-economics to voter psychology. Roman is his usual impolite self about voters and democracy as he probes at…
Christopher Snowdon
This episode of the show plays host to Institute of Economic Affairs' director of lifestyle economics, columnist and author Christopher Snowdon. Chris discusses many of the ideas expressed in his new book 'Killjoys', which looks at the paternalistic policies of governments in an attempt to save people from themselves. The…
Martin van Staden
This episode sees the return of staunch libertarian Martin van Staden. Martin lays out his philosophical case for self-ownership, defends his position on open borders, and fleshes out his opposition to political pragmatism. Roman explores and defends Herman Mashaba’s policies on inner city buildings, while Jonathan finds common ground with…
William Saunderson-Meyer
On this Renegade Report the hosts are joined by fearless writer of The Jaundiced Eye column, William Saunderson-Meyer. William has some choice words for the embattled news industry, hones in on the historical context for accurate journalism, and decries the click-based economics of modern media businesses. Roman explores the antique…
Dr Debra Soh
The Renegade Report is joined by neuroscientist and columnist Dr Debra Soh on this instalment of the show. Debra describes the burgeoning field of sexual neuroscience, the need to keep science apolitical, and the importance of trying to answer even those questions which scare us. Jonathan queries the controversy around…
Alex Epstein
Acclaimed author, philosopher and founder of the Center for Industrial Progress, Alex Epstein joins the hosts for this episode of the Renegade Report. Epstein outlines the meaning of human flourishment and the effect fossil fuels have had on this indicator. He provides compelling arguments for better energy through innovation, valuing…
Wandile Sihlobo
Agricultural economist and columnist Wandile Sihlobo is the guest on this insightful episode of the show. Wandile tackles many of the misconceptions around land reform, food security and farming exports in South Africa. Jonathan explores the potential value chain of a growing agricultural sector, and Roman takes on the implementation…
Gerrie Nel
Acclaimed Advocate Gerrie Nel and now private prosecutor joins the Renegades this week. Gerrie explains the uniqueness of his new office and the steps required to successfully prosecute privately. Roman questions Gerrie's notion of justice leading to an interesting debate, while Jonathan enquires about Gerrie's previous cases, the complexity thereof,…
Simon Reader
Columnist and political commentator, Simon Reader, is the guest on this episode. Simon recalls his experiences of living next door to the Guptas and the early warnings which abounded about the family. The discussion explores the advancing Marxist agenda in education, general society and major politics - including the rise…
Universal Basic Crypto
On this episode of the show, former guest and now chief executive of Project UBU, Justin McCarthy joins the hosts. Justin explains the blockchain, cryptocurrency, and how it is likely to revolutionise the world. Roman wants to better understand the role this technology can play in providing a universal basic…
Two Anarchists, One Podcast
Roman is joined by anarchist and programmer Mpiyakhe Dhlamini. Mpiyakhe explains the evolution of his political ideology from a young socialist to an anarcho-capitalist today. The conversation dovetails Mpiyakhe’s self education as a programmer, his current studies on machine learning, and his views on the erosion of community organisations.
#TakeAKnee to this Podcast
Two sleep-deprived hosts ramble for an hour about #CountryDuty, Makhosi Khoza and Zuma’s future plans. It could be good. It probably isn’t. Give it a try.
Miguel Balona
South African filmmaker, Miguel Balona, joins the Renegade Report this week. Miguel breaks down the reasons why the South African film industry is in the doldrums, including conservative producers, ideologically compromised funders, and an undiscerning public. Roman bemoans the poor quality of Hollywood films, while Jonathan takes credit for inspiring…
Eating on Mars
Dr Michele Perchonok, a food scientist formerly employed at NASA, joins The Renegade Report this week. Michele explains the larger role food scientists play in the background of everything we eat, her personal involvement in feeding the shuttle astronauts, and the various considerations around feeding an expedition to Mars. Roman…
Real Socialism Has Been Tried
On this instalment of The Renegade Report, the guest is immigrant and mining executive Sebastian Chatov. Sebastian explains life in the Soviet Union under Communist rule, the manner in which the government punished those who lived with "false consciousness", and what similarities existed between the Soviet Union and Apartheid. Roman…
Chadwick Moore
Gay conservative Chadwick Moore is the guest on this episode of the podcast. He talks about his shift from "left identifying" to the right side of the political aisle, his aversion to social justice, and the very personal effect "coming out" on the wrong side of US East Coast politics…
Mike Stopforth
Social media and marketing man Mike Stopforth discusses the difficulties brands face in dealing with social media mobs, and why transformation in the advertising industry may appear stunted. Roman rails against race-based empowerment policies, and Jonathan debates the existence and value of 'white privilege'. Mike also explains how his take…