Best E Block Radio Podcasts (2025)

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The Best of the Money Show: Money & books: Dr. Mia and Pawfect Life 55:35

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Stephen Grootes spoke to Dr. Reza Mia about his journey in aesthetic medicine, Dion Chang on his book A Pawfect Life and modern pet trends, Wendy Knowler on hidden car insurance risks, and Vincent Anthonyrajah and Hlelo Giyose on how South African insurers make money and whether they’re worth investing in. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well…

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SA citrus exports hit 203M cartons; Google & YouTube pay local media R688M 34:05

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr Boitshoko Ntshabele, CEO of the CGA about how Southern African citrus exporters smashed expectations this year, packing a record 203.4 million cartons for global markets, a 22% surge that signals major growth potential for SA agriculture. In other interviews, Donnavan Linley, one of the inquiry's Technical Leads unpacks…

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Gold Fields targets 3M oz by 2030, invests $2B; Discovery Bank connects your finances 1:12:38

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Gold Fields CEO Mike Fraser about the miner’s plan to boost output to three-million ounces by 2030, sustain production for decades, and return up to $500-million to shareholders through buybacks and special dividends. In other interviews, Hilton Kallner, CEO of Discovery Bank, chats about how the bank combines core banking…

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Mid-Term Budget: Debt stabilisation, no tax bracket relief, savings limits unchanged. 1:06:54

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Duncan Pieterse, Director-General of the National Treasury, and SARS commissioner, Edward Kieswetter about the mid-term budget delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. Pieterse discusses the budget’s key priorities, including fiscal consolidation, infrastructure investment, and balancing social spending with economi…

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Mid-Term Budget (minus the GNU drama) 11:56

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Duncan Pieterse, Director General of the National Treasury, and SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter about the Mid-Term Budget delivered by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana. Pieterse discusses the budget’s key priorities, including fiscal consolidation, infrastructure investment, and balancing social spending with economic…

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Online gambling growth impacts society; economic growth alone won't fix unemployment 1:10:22

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Taz Hadjigeorgiou, CEO of LottoStar, about the rapid growth of online betting and gambling in South Africa. Hadjigeorgiou highlights how the sector has ballooned in recent years, driven by technology, mobile accessibility, and shifting consumer habits. He warns that while the industry offers convenience and entertainment, …

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E-commerce growth in SA 5:58

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Machete Rakabe, Senior Researcher for Political Economy at MISTRA, about South Africa’s e-commerce boom. Rakabe shares insights from the company’s latest report, highlighting shifting consumer habits, the rise of mobile purchases and how local players are competing with global giants. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by …

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Vodacom’s full bars & Dion Chang’s Pawfect Life 1:20:07

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Vodacom Group CEO Shameel Joosub about the company’s impressive half-year results. Vodacom now serves 223.2 million customers, including 93.7 million in financial services, with revenue up 10.9% to R81.6 billion and EBITDA climbing 14.7% to R30.5 billion. In other interviews, Dion Chang, CEO and Co-Founder of FluxTrends, c…

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The Best of the Money Show: Shapeshifter: Tyikwe & credit score tips 49:32

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Stephen Grootes chats with Mpumi Tyikwe on leadership in insurance, Warren Ingram on boosting your credit score, Tshepo Matlou on the rise of executive coaching, and Ian Mann on Steven Pinker’s Rationality and the value of clear thinking today. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He expl…

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Discovery & Google launch Vitality AI; SA luxury cuisine faces shifting tastes – Friday File 41:54

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Emile Stipp, Global Chief Actuary and Managing Director of Vitality AI, about how Discovery Group’s new partnership with Google Cloud is transforming health management. Through the launch of Vitality AI, the insurer is using artificial intelligence to deliver hyper-personalised, proactive health recommendations to millions…

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Bankability unlocks water infra investment; private assets offer scalable, secure returns 1:16:41

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Jason Lightfoot, Senior Portfolio Manager at Futuregrowth Asset Management, about why bankability, rather than capital availability, remains the main challenge in addressing South Africa’s water infrastructure crisis. Lightfoot explains that while institutional investors have billions ready to deploy, funding will only flo…

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SA to ban cash scrap sales; Nene urges strategic partnerships to unlock Southern Africa’s Growth 1:09:36

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Ayabonga Cawe, Chief Commissioner of ITAC, about South Africa’s plan to ban cash sales of scrap steel. Three major recycling bodies have rejected ITAC’s amendments to the Price Preference System for scrap metal, calling them unfair and damaging to the recycling industry. They argue that the changes, including cutting the f…

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G20 warns of inequality emergency; SA tourism surges with 1.1M+ new visitors in 2025 1:09:07

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Jayati Ghosh, Professor of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, about the G20’s first inequality report. Led by Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz and commissioned under South Africa’s G20 presidency, the report warns of an “inequality emergency” threatening democracy. In other interviews, Tshifhiwa Tshivhengw…

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Listen Now: American History Tellers | The Mayflower 3:31

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The Cold War, Prohibition, the Gold Rush, the Space Race. Every part of your life - the words you speak, the ideas you share - can be traced to our history, but how well do you really know the stories that made America? We'll take you to the events, the times and the people that shaped our nation. And we'll show you how our history affected them, t…

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Redefine lifts dividend, Altron grows profit, and developers eye prime Sandton Gautrain site 1:12:33

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Stephen Grootes interviews Andrew König, CEO of Redefine Properties, and Werner Kapp, CEO of Altron, to unpack their companies' financial results and explore the outlook for South Africa’s commercial property and technology sectors amid economic challenges. In other interviews,Norman Raad, CEO of Broll Auctions and Sales, speaks about one of South …

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The Best Bits of The Money Show: Julius Malema’s secret money and pet custody mediation 51:23

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Stephen Grootes speaks to investigative journalist and author Pauli van Wyk about her new book Malema – Money. Power. Patronage. The book takes an unflinching look at the rise of Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema, tracing how his political influence, business dealings, and network of allies have shaped South Africa’s political and econ…

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The growing footprint of gambling in South Africa, What Does the US-China Trade Truce Mean for Global Markets? 40:08

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Andrew Fulton, Director at Eighty20, about the growing footprint of gambling in South Africa and its impact on the economy. Once limited to casinos, the industry has ballooned into a R75 billion giant spanning sportsbooks, slot machines, and online platforms. In other Interviews: Stephen Grootes speaks to Reshni Singh, CEO…

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Re-industrialising SA could unlock 250,000 jobs and R100bn boost, Gold glitters brighter as third quarter demand jumps by 28% 1:17:59

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Geoffrey Nolting, senior economist at the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) and co-author of a new research paper, about how South Africa could create 250,000 jobs and generate R100 billion in economic uplift over the next five years by doubling down on re-industrialisation efforts. In other Interviews: Stephen Grootes s…

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World Gold Demand Trends Q3 report 5:54

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Joe Cavatoni, Market Strategist at the World Gold Council, about the World Gold Demand Trends Q3 report, which highlights how central bank buying, resilient investment demand, and strong consumer interest in jewellery continued to support the gold market amid global economic uncertainty. The Money Show is a podcast hosted …

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NERSA sparks outrage over hidden electricity costs, Salaries rise for sixth straight month 1:19:34

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Ruse Moleshe, Energy Expert, about the controversy surrounding NERSA’s stance that the public has no right to know how much municipalities pay for electricity. In other Interviews: Stephen Grootes speaks to Shergeran Naidoo, Head of Stakeholder Engagements at PayInc about the latest PayInc Net Salary Index, which shows tha…

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WeBuyCars sinks 14% after profit warning. Old Mutual fork out R2.2bn 10X deal 1:14:04

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Faan van der Walt, Founder and Executive Director at WeBuyCars, about the JSE-listed company’s profit warning that sent its share price tumbling 14%, wiping out R2.76 billion in market value. In other Interviews: Stephen Grootes speaks to Old Mutual CEO Jurie Strydom as the Group unveils its refreshed strategy at its 2025 …

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Pick n Pay interim results, South Africa off the greylist — now the real test begins 1:21:14

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Stephen Grootes Stephen Grootes speaks to Pick n Pay CEO Sean Summers about the retailer’s interim results for the 26 weeks ended 31 August 2025, which show steady progress in its turnaround strategy. In other Interviews: Stephen Grootes speaks to Ismail Momoniat, official at the National Treasury, about South Africa’s removal from the Financial Ac…

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The Best Bits of The Money Show: eBucks loyalty Test & Melvyn Lubega profile 49:20

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Stephen Grootes spoke to Mannee de Wet about building Planet Fitness, Mike Stopforth about leadership through better questions, Wendy Knowler about FNB’s eBucks shake-up, and Melvyn Lubega about scaling African tech innovation. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest e…

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Eskom eases rooftop solar rules; Cape Town buses serve gourmet meals on the move 37:24

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Jane Dutton speaks to Kevin Pillay, General Manager in Distribution about Eskom’s decision to ease registration requirements for rooftop solar systems. In other interviews, Jonathan Fourie, Partner at Bus Cuisine chats about the cuisine, Cape Town’s groundbreaking luxury dining experience on wheels. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known …

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Clicks Group profit up 14%, but is cash still king—or just a costly comfort in uncertain times? 1:15:33

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Clicks CEO Bertina Engelbrecht, about the retailer’s strong full-year results. South Africa’s largest pharmacy chain reported a 14.1% rise in profit, driven by improved trading margins and solid sales. In other interviews, Deon Gouws, Chief Investment Officer at Credo and Dr Musa Malwandla, Co-CIO of Differential Capital, …

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Famous Brands profit up 6%, hits 3 008 outlets—AI bubble looms: bubble, bubble toil and trouble? 1:14:12

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Darren Hele, CEO of Famous Brands, about the company’s latest financial results. The JSE-listed restaurant group, which owns Steers, Debonairs Pizza, Wimpy, and Mugg & Bean, reported a 5.8% rise in operating profit to R393 million for the six months ended 31 August 2025, while revenue grew 5.6% to R4.2 billion and headline…

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SA growth ambitions faltering? Coca-Cola bottler eyes R44.5bn JSE debut in 2026 1:18:07

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Gina Schoeman, Economist at Citi Bank, and Prof Adrian Saville from GIBS, as they unpack why South Africa is unlikely to reach its 2% growth target, citing weak investment, policy uncertainty, and deep-rooted structural challenges that continue to hinder economic progress. In other interviews, David Shapiro, veteran stockb…

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Optasia targets JSE debut and Africa unlocks $11T energy transition and green growth potential 1:19:49

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Salvador Anglada, CEO of Optasia, about the company’s plan to list on the JSE. Optasia hopes to raise about R1.3 billion to fund growth, while current shareholders will sell shares worth at least R5 billion. The offer, aimed at qualified investors, is priced between R15.50 and R19.00 a share, with final pricing to be set a…

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The Best Bits of The Money Show: Leading change: Magadagela & Stark Talk 49:40

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Stephen Grootes spoke to Michelle Mokone about building a sustainable global décor brand from an origami swan, Bob Stark about the evolving journey and challenges of CEOs, Gary Booysen about the unusual market dynamics of rising precious metals and AI stocks, and Ndia Magadagela about leading South Africa’s transition to electric vehicle fleets thr…

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Exec pay rebounds amid fairness push; rich face financial strain – The Money Show Explainer 39:11

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Leila Ebrahimi- PwC’s Reward Partner about the 2025 Directors Remuneration and Trends report, which reveals a rebound in executive pay, outpacing inflation and reflecting stronger performance-linked remuneration, rising shareholder scrutiny, and a growing emphasis on fairness, transparency, and alignment with global practi…

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Creecy’s IVP deal faces heat; 80% of township firms unregistered, study urges formalisation 1:19:40

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Andrew Pike Head Of Bowmans Ports. Transport And Logistics, and Warwick Lord, Chairperson of the Multi-Modal Inland Port Association about the Transport Minister Barbara Creecy’s decision to renew 25-year terminal operator agreements at Durban’s Island View Precinct—sparking backlash from local fuel traders and raising con…

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Court blocks Eskom’s R54bn tariff hike as 1 in 3 South Africans turn to Side hustles to survive 1:20:06

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Prof Samson Mamphweli, Head of SANEDI’s Energy Secretariat, Energy Expert at IMPOWER Matthew Cruise about AfriForum securing a court order halting Eskom’s proposed R54bn tariff hike. The agreement between Eskom and NERSA, intended to correct a data error, has been paused pending a judge’s review, preventing further sharp i…

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Ramaphosa faces pressure to unlock R2tn investment; Govt eyes Temu’s expansion in South Africa 1:17:22

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Kevin Lings, Chief Economist at Stanlib Asset Management, and Lumkile Mondi, Senior Lecturer at the School of Economics and Business Science at Wits University, about South Africa’s growing investment strike as companies hold nearly R2-trillion in cash reserves. They discuss why corporates are delaying investment amid weak…

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Boxer’s R22.5bn Turnover signals retail Boom; Nobel prize sparks new wave in economic innovation 1:17:46

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Boxer CEO, Marek Masojada about the retailer’s robust financial performance, marked by a 13.9% rise in turnover to R22.5 billion, strong trading profit growth, and strategic expansion — all driven by operational efficiency, customer loyalty, and a relentless focus on delivering value. In other interviews, Prof Adrian Savil…

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The Best Bits of The Money Show: Power Elite Book: AI, Gold & Bubbles 47:14

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Stephen Grootes spoke to Ongama Mtimka about C. Wright Mills’ The Power Elite and how its themes of concentrated political, economic, and military power remain relevant today. He also interviewed Warren Ingram on investment strategies during market bubbles, and later discussed the AI boom and gold rush with Vincent Anthonyrajah and David Shapiro. F…

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PIC boss under fire & why the Rand is gaining strength – The Money Show Explainer 39:05

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Carol Paton, Editor-at-Large at Fin24, about why tensions are rising inside the Public Investment Corporation, where internal divisions and clashes over investment strategy have put the asset manager’s investment head in the spotlight, raising fresh questions about governance at the custodian of more than R2.5 trillion in …

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PIC backs R1.35bn in mining startups; Dis-Chem CEO Rui Morais on strategy and future growth 1:14:16

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Heidi Sternberg, Sector Specialist: Mining at the Public Investment Corporation, about Africa’s largest asset manager’s decision to invest R1.35 billion in early-stage mining ventures. The move aims to boost South Africa’s mining sector by backing projects from post-scoping to bankable feasibility stage, through private eq…

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Mining Indaba opens as users tune out; peak social media fatigue hits digital engagement 1:15:31

1M ago1:15:31

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Bernard Swanepoel, Chair of the Joburg Indaba and former mining executive, about key takeaways from Day One - from how global geopolitics are reshaping South Africa’s mining landscape and the renewed importance of PGMs and gold, to what’s on the agenda tomorrow, including coal’s evolving role, reviving diamond mining, upda…

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Minerals Council urges chrome reforms; solar tax breaks drive SA’s commercial energy boom 1:13:20

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Govt launches revamped recovery plan as Glencore, Discovery Green sign long-term energy pact 1:16:22

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The Best Bits of The Money Show: Claire’s Music Story & Travel Refund Fight 51:46

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Stephen Grootes spoke to Claire Johnston about her musical journey with Mango Groove, Wendy Knowler about travel booking refunds under the Consumer Protection Act, and Alison Collier about scaling businesses across continents, while Ray White explored global investment strategies with Andreas van der Horst and Chantal Marx. The Money Show is a podc…

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Govt mulls 3% BEE levy as luxury beauty brand popsicle nail bar expands Its boutique appeal 39:20

1M ago39:20

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Khaya Sithole, Independent Political Analyst, about the government’s proposal to impose a 3% levy on private firms to fund BEE transformation. Sithole explains how the Transformation Fund could raise up to R40 billion a year and provide companies with automatic level-3 BEE status, while discussing the potential impact on b…

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SA car sales surge on affordability; AGOA expiry looms with major trade implications 1:19:51

1M ago1:19:51

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Ray White speaks to Billy Tom, president of Naamsa, about how domestic new vehicle sales are set to surpass pre-pandemic levels for the first time in five years, driven by strong consumer demand for affordable models—especially from Chinese and Indian brands—amid lower interest rates and improving economic conditions. In other interviews, Shane Nai…

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Affordable cars drive SA’s vehicle sales past pre-pandemic levels 8:49

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Ray White speaks to Billy Tom, president of Naamsa, about how domestic new vehicle sales are set to surpass pre-pandemic levels for the first time in five years, driven by strong consumer demand for affordable models—especially from Chinese and Indian brands—amid lower interest rates and improving economic conditions. The Money Show is a podcast ho…

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Capitec hits 25M clients; youth & high-income surge; Travel refund dilemma: illness cancels trip 1:21:15

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Stephen Grootes and Graham Lee, CEO of Capitec, go through the bank’s latest results as South Africa’s largest digital bank posts a 26% rise in headline earnings to R8 billion. Capitec now serves 25 million clients, including 12 million youth, while high-income earners grew 24%. New offerings like cross-border transfers, youth credit cards and Capi…

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Consumer Ninja – Refund or not? Cancelling travel for family illness 8:02

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Stephen Grootes speaks to consumer ninja Wendy Knowler about whether you can get a full refund if you cancel a travel booking because a family member falls ill. The Consumer Protection Act allows refunds on cancelled advance bookings, but the amount depends on how early you cancel and the company’s chances of filling your spot.. The Money Show is a…

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How Eskom’s dream team ended blackouts and unlocking SA’s R268bn independent retail power 1:13:03

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Dan Marokane, Eskom’s Group Chief Executive, and energy expert Ruse Moleshe about the state of the struggling power utility and the progress being made to stamp out rolling blackouts. Marokane outlines the measures Eskom has implemented to stabilise the grid, improve maintenance, and boost generation capacity, while Molesh…

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From Hip-Roll Queen to Star of the Big Screen - Elizabeth Foxx Talks About Movies & More! 1:09:32

2M ago1:09:32

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In this episode of Shad Vs Everybody, Shad sits down with rising actress Elizabeth Foxx, best known for her roles in McGraw Ave, Lawnmower Man, and the gritty series Those Street Guys. Foxx opens up about her journey into acting, what it means to be part of Detroit’s booming film scene, and why she’s ready to step out of her dramatic roots and flex…

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Denzell Dandridge Talks Acting Career, Directing Debut & Detroit Roots | Shad Vs Everybody 1:36:30

2M ago1:36:30

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🎬 From the football field to the big screen! This week on Shad Vs Everybody, Shad sits down with Detroit’s own Denzell Dandridge—a standout athlete turned rising actor and filmmaker. Denzell talks about his journey from dominating high school and college football at Bethune-Cookman to discovering his passion for acting, finding mentors, and sharpen…

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Eskom’s dream team: How we stamped out rolling blackouts 14:49

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Stephen Grootes speaks to Dan Marokane, Eskom’s Group Chief Executive, and energy expert Ruse Moleshe about the state of the struggling power utility and the progress being made to stamp out rolling blackouts. Marokane outlines the measures Eskom has implemented to stabilise the grid, improve maintenance, and boost generation capacity, while Molesh…