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The Renegade Report

A hard-hitting, factual podcast that seeks to undermine modern narratives with the use of evidence, facts and statistics.
Weekly English South Africa News · Society & Culture
150 Episodes
64 – 84

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…
7 Nov 2017 1 hr 12 min

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…
31 Oct 2017 1 hr 03 min

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,…
24 Oct 2017 59 min

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…
17 Oct 2017 1 hr 06 min

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…
10 Oct 2017 1 hr 11 min

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.
3 Oct 2017 1 hour

#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.
26 Sep 2017 54 min

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…
19 Sep 2017 1 hr 28 min

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…
12 Sep 2017 46 min

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…
5 Sep 2017 1 hr 09 min

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…
29 Aug 2017 1 hr 26 min

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…
22 Aug 2017 1 hr 27 min

Inglorious Podcasters

It's a solo episode of the show with Roman and Jonathan taking your questions. Does jet fuel melt steel beams? Is Herman Mashaba the best candidate for President? Where next for alternative media? Plus dead Nazis, moderate Communists, free people, and how to land your billionaire friend's plane at Waterkloof.
15 Aug 2017 1 hr 12 min

Simon Gordon

Former UKIP speechwriter Simon Gordon joins the hosts on this episode. Simon gives a historical account of the EU's encroachment on British sovereignty since the '70s, clarifies the role of the Vote Leave movement, and provides his view of the issues which persuaded Britons to vote leave. Roman questions the…
8 Aug 2017 1 hour

Russell Lamberti

Economist, author and libertarian Russell Lamberti joins The Renegade Report for this instalment. Russ explains how South Africa is practicing "Socialism 2.0", who the various players are in this venture, and why we should be more supportive of the Zuma camp than the Gordhan camp. Roman slams the DA's idea…
1 Aug 2017 1 hr 32 min

Frans Cronje

On this episode of the Renegade Report, we host CEO of the Institute of Race Relations, Frans Cronje. He details the four different scenarios facing South Africa by the year 2030 as detailed in his latest book. The discussion deals with the reasoning for each possible outcome and what would…
25 Jul 2017 56 min

Shireen Qudosi

Muslim reformer, feminist and free speech advocate Shireen Qudosi joins the Renegade Report for a frank and thoughtful discussion. Shireen discusses the conflict within Islam, the misunderstanding of the religion among many - including theists - and the similarities between Islam and modern identity politics. Jonathan explores the reasoning for…
18 Jul 2017 1 hr 05 min

Journalism Under Fire

This week on The Renegade Report the hosts are joined by Tim Flack, a close friend of recently deceased journalist Suna Venter. Tim gives extensive detail into the horrific circumstances which likely led to her death, including instances of harassment, assault, and kidnapping involving Suna and the other #SABC8 journalists…
11 Jul 2017 1 hr 08 min

Ian Miles Cheong

Ian Miles Cheong joins the Renegade Report for a frank chat about cultural wars. Ian shares his experience of Gamergate, his conversion away from the SJW grouping, and his views on the woke movement. Roman explores the various methods of fighting cultural battles and Jonathan delves into the free market's…
4 Jul 2017 1 hr 05 min

Guns Save People

The Renegade Report is joined by Gideon Joubert, aka GunServant. Jonathan explores our constitutional rights in regards to firearms and Roman proposes increased gun ownership as one solution to escalating crime. Gideon explains what effect the Firearms Control Act has had on the gun industry, and some of the unintended…
27 Jun 2017 1 hr 09 min
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