Best Decentralised Identity Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 207 - Bounty Hunting: Hair-raising fun in the African sun | Rory Duncan 1:08:18

15d ago1:08:18

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Rory Duncan returns to tell another story of his time as a bounty hunter tracking dangerous fugitives in Africa. This round he tells us the story of a bandit that he caught called Michael Mpofu in Zambia in 2007.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 206 - Identity and place: When South Africa gets into your blood | Gareth Cliff 47:11

23d ago47:11

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I sit down with Gareth Cliff to discuss his family connection to major figures in both Afrikaner and Anglo South African history, matters of place and identity, his favourite chapters from South African history, why you should know your family history, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 205 - New Documentary: Is Trump right about South Africa? | Discussion Stream 1:10:54

1M ago1:10:54

1:10:54

In my latest documentary for AfriForum I interview experts about racially discriminatory legislation and the threats to private property in South Africa, to determine whether US President Donald Trump's recent claims about South Africa are fact or fiction.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 204 - The decentralisation of diplomacy | Alberto Miguel Fernandez 59:15

1M ago59:15

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I am joined by retired United States diplomat Alberto Miguel Fernandez to discuss the changing nature of diplomacy in the 21st century, the current diplomatic crisis unfolding between the South African government and the Trump administration, his analysis of the recent expulsion of the South African ambassador from U.S., and more.…

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Ep. 203 - The information war against AfriForum | Discussion Stream 1:11:11

2M ago1:11:11

1:11:11

I read and unpack investigative journalist Marie-Louise Antoni's article for Politicsweb, which details how a media-stoked frenzy emboldened the South African government to launch a treason investigation against Afrikaner organisations critical of it (AfriForum, Solidariteit, and the Solidarity Movement).…

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Ep. 202 - AfriForum meets with Trump Administration at White House | Kallie Kriel 36:32

2M ago36:32

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I'm joined by Kallie Kriel, CEO of AfriForum, to discuss the delegation from AfriForum and the Solidarity Movement's meeting with senior representatives of the Trump administration at the White House in Washington DC. The Solidarity Movement’s delegation to the White House was led by the chairperson of the Solidarity Movement Flip Buys, and include…

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Ep. 201 - The ANC's propaganda machine | Jonathan Witt 1:05:40

2M ago1:05:40

1:05:40

I am joined by Jonathan Witt to unpack how the ANC responds to attacks, how and why many in the media all seem to be in lock-step support of the government's flawed narrative, as well as what forces push and pull the Overton window in South Africa (acceptable discourse). Lastly, what are the mechanisms of public opinion manipulation at the disposal…

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Ep. 200 - Complex Systems Won’t Survive the Competence Crisis | Discussion Stream (Ep. 200 Special) 1:10:20

3M ago1:10:20

1:10:20

To celebrate another major milestone, 200 episodes, I read and analyse another one of my favourite essays: 'Complex Systems Won’t Survive the Competence Crisis' by Harold Robertson (Published in Palladium).By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 199 - South Africa and Afrikaners are ahead of the curve | Tuur Demeester 1:06:59

3M ago1:06:59

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I am joined by Tuur Demeester, an Ameircan investor, parallel institutions and state-proof solutions aficionado, and friend of the Afrikaners. Tuur recently visited the Afrikaner town of Orania in South African, and made time to stop in Pretoria as well to visit the AfriForum headquarters and see the Voortrekker Monument. During his visit Tuur obse…

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Ep. 198 - 2025: Adapt or die | Discussion Stream 1:00:12

4M ago1:00:12

1:00:12

In the first episode of 2025 I discuss the themes, ideas and trends, which I think will define 2025. There is a paradigm shift occurring across the Western world and those who are able to effectively adapt to these disruptive changes will come out the other side stronger and more resilient, while those who fail to adjust their sails to the changing…

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Ep. 197 - The Age of the Men of Action | Russell Lamberti 54:36

5M ago54:36

54:36

Russell Lamberti, Economist and Executive Director of Sakeliga, sits down with me again to discuss a range of topics. We discuss, among other things, how the "Battle of Ideas™" has failed, a retrospective on the politics and lessons from the decade between 2015 - 2025, why community-based organistions such as AfriForum have achieved great successes…

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Ep. 196 - True Believers in the Dark: An IDW retrospective | Benjamin Roberts 1:03:56

5M ago1:03:56

1:03:56

I am joined by Benjamin Roberts, an American writer and an Associate Editor at IM-1776, to discuss his 2021 piece 'True Believers in the Dark'. In this article, Roberts explores the rise and stagnation of the "Intellectual Dark Web" (IDW) - which consists of a range of individuals that include: Joe Rogan, Jordan Peterson, Eric and Bret Weinstein, B…

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Ep. 195 - Apologise for Apartheid? | Martin van Staden 1:17:06

5M ago1:17:06

1:17:06

On this episode Martin van Staden and I discuss the notion that white South Africans, in particular Afrikaners, need to apologise for apartheid. We critically engage with the ideas of historical guilt, collective shame, generational punishment, and more. Martin is the Head of Policy at the Free Market Foundation (FMF), a columnist for the Daily Fri…

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Hype or reality: Are we really ready to adopt next-gen tech? 32:51

6M ago32:51

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In our final episode of Verify This Season 1, we had the pleasure of being joined by Amanda Fennell, CISO and CIO at Prove, a company trusted by over 1000 leading companies to reduce fraud and improve consumer experiences. With over 20 years of cyber security experience (and archaeologist turned security officer) Amanda is the perfect guest to talk…

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Ep. 194 - What Donald Trump's victory means for South Africa and Afrikaners | Jaco Kleynhans 50:49

6M ago50:49

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Jaco Kleynhans, Head: International Liaison at the Solidarity Movement, joins me to discuss what Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 United States presidential election means for South Africa and the Afrikaners.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 193 - Turning the absurdity of our time into music | The Kiffness 1:20:18

6M ago1:20:18

1:20:18

I am joined by South African musician David Scott (The Kiffness), whose most recent viral hit was a musical rendition of Donald Trump's "eating the cats" comments during the latest US Presidential debate. We discuss his musical journey, music in the internet-era, what make a song go viral, Eating the Cats ft. Donald Trump, fatherhood, his disillusi…

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Ep. 192 - Opposition in the Government of National Unity (GNU) era | David Ansara 1:03:19

6M ago1:03:19

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On this episode I am joined by David Ansara, CEO of the Free Market Foundation (FMF). We discuss South Africa's Government of National Unity (GNU), the new nature of opposition politics, the balance of forces, civil society, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 191 - The Afrikaner veto and the Fourth Dispensation | Robert Duigan 1:16:28

7M ago1:16:28

1:16:28

Robert Duigan (uMarhobane) joins me to discuss his recent essay, The Afrikaner veto and the Fourth Dispensation, in the Cape Independent. We also discuss the balance of forces, Consociationalism, the idea of a "minority veto", Afrikaner/Boer self-determination, the Solidarity Movement, AfriForum, and more.…

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Ep. 190 - Freedom and fulfillment in taking responsibility | Dylan Gous 1:24:38

7M ago1:24:38

1:24:38

I have a conversation with Dylan Gous (formerly Existential Delight), a South African Youtuber which described his channel as the opposite of an existential crisis and who makes "hyper-specific content about odd topics that I enjoy". We discuss major developments in his life since we last spoke, fatherhood, G.K. Chesterton, If— by Rudyard Kipling, …

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Ep. 189 - The ever accelerating 24/7 news cycle and its consequences | The Prudentialist 1:07:49

7M ago1:07:49

1:07:49

On this episode I talk to The Prudentialist, a writer, content creator, commentator and co-host of the Digital Archipelago podcast. We discuss the ever accelerating 24/7 news cycle both domestically and globally, the consequences of this phenomenon, psychosecurity, cyber fasting, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 188 - The balance of forces in the Government of National Unity (GNU) era | Kanthan Pillay 1:12:34

7M ago1:12:34

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I am joined by Kanthan Pillay, South African author, former Managing Editor of the Cape Times, former head of news at ETV, former chief executive of YFM, and cohost of the Overton Podcast. We discuss South Africa's Government of National Unity (GNU), the new nature of opposition politics, the balance of forces, where South African legacy media is h…

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Ep. 187 - Asymmetric defence strategies for communities and individuals | Discussion Stream 39:57

7M ago39:57

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In this episode I elaborate on some asymmetric defence strategies for communities and individuals that are being used and pursued in South Africa by organisations such as AfriForum, the Solidarity Movement, and Orania. A question I sometimes encounter when discussing the various decentralised solutions being pioneered in South Africa, in particular…

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Ep. 186 - If you will not have rules, you will have rulers | Kruptos 1:24:40

8M ago1:24:40

1:24:40

I am joined by Christian commentator Kruptos to discuss establishing an maintaining order, policing indecent and undesirable behaviour through social consequences, rather than the state, community-based solutions, the widespread societal effects of the deterioration of communities, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Challenging Traditional Identity with Publicis Sapient 46:22

8M ago46:22

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In episode 7 we're joined by Saarah Shah product manager and Naser Mutawi associate program director from Publicis Sapient. Both have extensive experience across state-of-the-art projects exploring digital transformation and challenging traditional identity systems. In this episode we explore decentralized technology, personal data stores and what …

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Ep. 185: Orania: One day closer to freedom for the Afrikaners | Joost Strydom 1:28:36

8M ago1:28:36

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The Head of the Orania Movement, Joost Strydom, joins me again to discuss the latest developments in the town, recent positive and negative coverage, the most common questions (and excuses) Orania hears, living costs in Orania, Article 235 of the South African constitution, own labour, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 184 - Afrikaners' new international reputation | Washington DC feedback 47:50

9M ago47:50

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Ernst Roets, Executive Director of the Afrikaner Foundation, and I give feedback on our visit to Washington DC and the National Conservatism conference (NatCon 4). As representatives of AfriForum and the Afrikaner Foundation (both institutions that form part of the broader Solidarity Movement), respectively, we attended the NatCon 4 conference in W…

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Unlocking Brand Loyalty: SheerID 37:11

10M ago37:11

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It's episode 6 and we're joined by Harry Lalor from SheerID, Vice President of Enterprise Strategy and Corporate Development. Harry has an extensive background in product management and development delivering complex SaaS solutions to global enterprise and now works on strategic business opportunities and partnerships with SheerID. SheerID is the g…

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Government Transformation 29:41

11M ago29:41

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In episode 5, we're joined by Dick Dekkers, Digital Identity Consultant and Strategic Advisor. Having worked for Digidenitity for over ten years specialising in population scale identity services such as Gov.UK Verify, Dick has spent the last year spearheading his own digital identity advisory, Magpie Bridges, tackling complex challenges across ide…

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Ep. 183 - Geopolitical and Security Situation in Africa (2024) | Col. Ret. Chris Wyatt 1:05:49

11M ago1:05:49

1:05:49

Retired US Army Colonel Chris Wyatt, and former Director of African Studies at the US Army War College, joins me again to discuss geopolitics and the security situation on the African continent in 2024. Chris accumulated 36 years of army service under his belt, is the Principal and CEO at The Indaba Africa Group and has accumulated a following on h…

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Ep. 182 - Ethnogenesis: Who are we? | Lafayette Lee 1:13:50

11M ago1:13:50

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I am joined by Lafayette Lee, an American writer and a contributing editor of the publication IM-1776. We discuss matters of identity, the flaws within the notion of "America is an idea", the importance of place, and the future of identity in the West.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep 181 - 2024 South African Election Results and Analysis | Discussion Stream 1:15:02

11M ago1:15:02

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I unpack and analyze the final results of the 2024 South African national election and answer your questions.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 180 - South Africa's robbery roads | Jacques Broodryk 44:37

11M ago44:37

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I speak to Jacques Broodryk, Chief Spokesperson for AfriForum Community Safety, about the organisation's increased focus on combating the serious increase in the use of spike traps on main routes in South Africa.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 179 - South African sociopolitical media | Roman Cabanac and Renaldo Gouws 1:05:36

12M ago1:05:36

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I am joined by Roman Cabanac (Morning Shot) and Renaldo Gouws to discuss the influence and impact of the growth of social media on South Africa's politics and social fabric, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Connecting Learners: Territorium 38:43

12M ago38:43

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In episode 4 we're joined by Dr Keith Look, Vice President of Education Solutions at Territorium. Territorium is a global education technology company with 12 million users worldwide on a mission to unlock the power of education and experience by focusing on the results of learning, utilising new technologies such as AI and digital credentials. Lis…

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Ep. 178 - Referendum on Cape Independence | Phil Craig (Referendum Party) 1:04:26

12M ago1:04:26

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I am joined by Phil Craig, the leader of Referendum Party and co-founder of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group (CIAG). We discuss the Referendum Party, the potential for an independent Cape, Western Cape politics, the 2024 South African election, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 177 - When narratives and reality collide | Penuel The Black Pen 1:25:04

1y ago1:25:04

1:25:04

I am joined by Penuel the Black Pen, a South African podcast host and commentator. We discuss his film crew’s 2024 visit to Orania, the power of robust discussions, propaganda and agendas, AfriForum, organising communities, Western hypocrisy, Apartheid, Afrikaners, integration vs separation, and more.…

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Ep. 176 - On the outskirts of Western civilisation | Professor Koos Malan 49:11

1y ago49:11

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I have a discussion with professor Koos Malan about his latest piece which unpacks how the West is under siege on all fronts, in particular on its periphery.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Verifiable Credentials: Making People the Network 29:53

1y ago29:53

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In episode 3 we explore why organisations might shift to a decentralised way of operating and go through scenarios where verifiable credentials, a pillar within decentralised identity, might be overlooked but actually incredibly beneficial to organisations. We're joined by Will Fletcher, Lead Business Analyst at Condatis. Currently driving a pionee…

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Ep. 175 - Unplugging from the devil's electric nervous system | Duncan Reyburn 1:01:04

1y ago1:01:04

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I am joined by Duncan Reyburn, an Associate Professor and scholar with work mainly on René Girard, Marshall McLuhan, and GK Chesterton. In this episode we discuss technology, modern maladies, Progress™, our electrified world, loadshedding, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 174 - Hunting dangerous men in the African wilderness | Rory Duncan 1:03:17

1y ago1:03:17

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Rory Duncan recalls his years manhunting on behalf of the Zimbabwean and Mozambican governments with a focus on a specific, extremely remote and mountainous area - the Chimanimani complex. There, he caught many dangerous fugitives. But one in particular stands out to him, Simon Kumbi, who Rory describes as "a man adapted to his environment and so l…

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Ep. 173 - South Africa: The Laboratory of Empires | Robert Duigan 1:06:43

1y ago1:06:43

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I am joined by Robert Duigan to discuss the many political trends that have started in southern Africa before being exported to the Western world, why the world has been engrossed by the politics of South Africa on numerous occasions throughout history, how South Africa is in many ways the world in microcosm, and more.…

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Ep. 172 - South Africa's Organised Crime Economy | Gideon Joubert 1:08:45

1y ago1:08:45

1:08:45

I have a discussion with Gideon Joubert (Paratus), one of the leading responsible firearm ownership and rights lobbyists in South Africa. We cover South Africa's vast organised crime economy, El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele, private security, civilian security initiatives, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 171 - MeaningWave: Music and Meaning | Akira the Don 1:08:58

1y ago1:08:58

1:08:58

In this episode, I speak with Adam "Akira the Don" Narkiewicz, a British musician and producer and the creator of the MeaningWave genre of music. We discuss music and meaning, the psychology of music, being productive, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 170 - An Afrikaner perspective on "Go back to Europe"-rhetoric | Discussion Stream 49:17

1y ago49:17

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On this episode I explore matters of identity, respond to "Go back to Europe"-rhetoric from both the right and left, and unpack the mentality of "Building to stay".By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 169 - New realities are built, not demanded | Ernst Roets 59:14

1y ago59:14

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I am joined by Dr Ernst Roets, the Head of Policy at the Solidarity Movement. We discuss how new realities and freedom are not created when they are demanded from the government, but rather that new realities are recognized when communities create them themselves. We also discuss Article 235 of the constitution, self-determination, and more.…

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Ep. 167 - The Importance of Capturing Castles | Auron MacIntyre 58:11

1y ago58:11

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Auron MacIntyre joins me to elaborate on his latest column for The Blaze about the relationship(s) between power, culture, institutions and politics. We also discuss the state of the culture war in America and the broader West, strategic victories (capturing castles), accumulating power, Chris Rufo and Harvard, and more.…

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Ep. 166 - 2024: Perseverance and Momentum | Discussion Stream 45:24

1y ago45:24

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2024 is upon us and as an introduction to the year ahead I discuss the themes that I think will define the new year, as well as some of the potential challenges that lie ahead.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 165 - Minority Politics: Geography, distribution and power | János Jeney 1:05:52

1y ago1:05:52

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I speak to János Jeney, a Hungarian cartographer, whose area of research is mapping ethnic groups in the Carpathian Basin. We discuss what the situation is like for the Hungarian minorities outside of Hungary, minority-majority politics, the value of his work, states changing place names, and more.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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Ep. 164 - AfriForum at the United Nations 2023 | Feedback 1:08:46

1y ago1:08:46

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I provide feedback and answer questions on AfriForum's trip to Geneva, Switzerland, to attend the 16th session of the United Nations (UN) Forum on Minority Issues where I delivered a speech on the South African government's many pieces of racialist legislation, farm murders, as well as incitement of violence against minorities like the "Kill the Bo…

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Ep. 163 - An American living amongst Afrikaners | David Harris 1:14:51

1y ago1:14:51

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I have a conversation with David Harris, an American from Tennessee, who spend a lot of time with the Afrikaner community in South Africa. David recently published a great thread on Twitter/X, documenting his experience, as well as unpacking his impressions of Afrikaner/Boer culture as an outsider.By Ernst J. van Zyl

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