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Episodes
- BN Daybreak - Mon 11 May 2026: Ramaphosa’s legal crisis; SAA whistleblowing; and the Higher Ed funding gap
President Ramaphosa faces a legal crisis following a Constitutional Court ruling. Cynthia Stimpel shares her experience as a whistleblower at SAA, and Ryan Passmore highlights the "missing middle" in South African student funding.
- (Ret) Col Chris Wyatt - Ramaphosa’s "Watergate", Trump’s ceasefire “farce” - and racist abuse of SA refugees…
(Ret) Col Chris Wyatt, a US intelligence analyst, offers his perspective on the challenges faced by presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Donald Trump. He also brings to light the racist abuse experienced by some South African refugees.
- Cynthia Stimpel - The Heroic Sacrifices of SA’s Whistleblowers on Corruption…
Cynthia Stimpel, a whistleblower from SAA and director of Courage Hub, discusses the challenges and support available for whistleblowers in South Africa. She shares her personal experiences, outlines Courage Hub's services, and provides ad…
- Ryan Passmore - The "Missing Middle"
In this episode of BizNews Radio, Ryan Passmore of ZenFund Connect discusses the challenges within South Africa's student funding system, particularly addressing the "missing middle." He outlines how ZenFund Connect aims to provide an end-…
- BN Daybreak - Fri 8 May 2026: US intercepts Iranian missiles; Tariff ruling; Rogue polls; and Joburg’s debt crisis
BizNews Daybreak discusses a volatile morning with crude oil prices climbing after a US-Iranian military exchange. Other topics include a federal court striking down President Trump's tariffs, a "rogue polling" warning in South Africa, and…
- “Rogue” polling, by-election shocks, murder - and “big name” mayoral candidates… — Electoral Roadshow with Wayne Sussman
In this episode, Wayne Sussman discusses "rogue" polling, recent by-election results, and mayoral contests in major metros. He also provides an overview of the prospects for major parties in the upcoming Local Government Elections and comm…
- BN Daybreak - Thu 7 May 2026: US-Iran peace progress; SA ports miss refuel gain; Firearm reform fears
BizNews Daybreak reports on global market shifts due to potential US-Iran peace, challenges at South African ports, and firearm reform concerns. The episode also covers the consumer backlash against PepsiCo's ProNutro rebranding.
- Nikkie Pretorius - Proposed new firearms training system could turn law-abiding citizens into criminals…
Nikkie Pretorius of the Lead Service Provider Forum discusses proposed changes to South Africa's firearms training system. She raises concerns about increased costs and time commitment, suggesting it could lead to citizens seeking illegal…
- BN Daybreak - Wed 6 May 2026: Trump pauses Hormuz mission; Oil prices retreat; AI Scam defiance; SA fuel hikes
This episode of BizNews Radio covers President Trump's pause of "Project Freedom" in the Strait of Hormuz, leading to retreating oil prices and record US equities. It also discusses surging AMD revenue due to AI demand, a deepfake scam, an…
- Boardroom Talk: Deepfakes, boiler rooms, and bully tactics – The truth about FXSI
In this episode of Boardroom Talk, BizNews editor Alec Hogg exposes the AI-powered FXSI scam. He details how deepfake footage of him and President Cyril Ramaphosa was used to defraud South Africans, and discusses the legal threats received…
- BN Daybreak - Tue 5 May 2026: US-Iran clashes in the Strait; Rob Rose on brand arrogance; SA political predictions
This BizNews Daybreak episode covers US-Iran clashes in the Strait of Hormuz, rising crude oil prices, and global supply chain concerns. Rob Rose discusses South African brands and their customer relations, while Chris Wyatt offers predict…
- Rob Rose on corporate arrogance, the ProNutro debacle, and retail supplier squeezes
Rob Rose and Alec Hogg discuss corporate bullying and executive arrogance in the South African market. They analyze the ProNutro public relations disaster and the impact of the Woolworths supplier squeeze.
- (Ret.) Col Chris Wyatt: War news, fuel price hike — and the ANC facing its worst ever election
Retired Colonel Chris Wyatt provides analysis on the Iran war, its effects on South Africa's fuel prices, and the upcoming Local Government Elections. He also covers China's car manufacturing plans for SA and a dramatic crocodile mission i…
- Boardroom Talk: Berkshire after Buffett, the $373bn cash pile, and refusing to chase AI hype
Alec Hogg reviews Berkshire Hathaway's first AGM under CEO Greg Abel. The episode covers the company's $11.3 billion in operating earnings and its approach to investment in the current market.
- BN Daybreak - Mon 4 May 2026: Deepfake scams, Big Tech’s AI boom, and US intervention in the Persian Gulf
This episode of BizNews Daybreak discusses a deepfake investment scam, the latest earnings reports from Google, Meta, and Amazon, and President Trump’s "Project Freedom" initiative regarding the Strait of Hormuz. The analysis includes the…
- BizNews tribe member duped by deepfake Alec Hogg on 'Carte Blanche' loses R24,000 in AI-powered scam
This episode recounts the experience of a South African victim who lost R24,000 to an AI-powered online trading scam involving a deepfake Alec Hogg. The interview details how the scheme operated and the emotional impact on the victim, emph…
- Boardroom Talk: BN Portfolio Mag7 shine brightly in Q1
BizNews editor Alec Hogg unpacks Q1 results for Alphabet, Meta, and Amazon, focusing on artificial intelligence's shift to infrastructure and its implications for South African investors with offshore exposure. He explains the significance…
- BN Daybreak - Thu 30 Apr 2026: Mag 7 results; Anthropic's valuation; Iraj Abedian on Iran; UK property
This episode of BizNews Daybreak discusses the earnings of the "Magnificent Seven," Anthropic's potential $90 billion valuation, and Fed Chair Jay Powell's commitment to his term. It also features economist Iraj Abedian on the situation in…
- Inside Iran’s collapse - and what it means for SA: Iraj Abedian on war, chaos, and geopolitics
Economist Iraj Abedian provides an insider view of Iran's crisis, including economic collapse, internal power struggles, and global tensions. He analyzes the implications for South Africa and calls for a policy reset to manage risks and op…
- BN Daybreak - Wed 29 Apr 2026: Trump tightens Iran blockade; OPEC shock; Eskom nuclear pushback; Teledyne & Tesla
BizNews Daybreak covers global economic and political news, including Trump's Iran blockade, the UAE's departure from OPEC, and King Charles III's address to the US Congress. It also examines local news on Eskom's nuclear expansion resista…
- Eskom's nuclear nightmare returns: Zuma-era ghost returns to haunt St Francis
BizNews Radio discusses Eskom's proposed nuclear power plant at Thyspunt. The episode covers the controversial initiative, community concerns, and potential threats to a global heritage site. It also touches on official conduct during publ…
- Why UK property still appeals to SAns: Undersupply, 7–8% net yields, low rates – Mikayla Morkel-Brink
Mikayla Morkel-Brink from Sable International explains why the UK property market appeals to South Africans, noting high rental demand, 7-8% net yields, and 4-5% mortgage rates. She also discusses the impact of the upcoming Renters’ Rights…
- BN Daybreak - Tue 28 Apr 2026: Trump's assassination attempt; Goldman Sachs' oil analysis; and OpenAI's big pivot
This episode of BizNews Daybreak discusses the attempted assassination of President Trump, a standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, Goldman Sachs' oil analysis, and the end of the Microsoft and OpenAI exclusive partnership.
- Stellies student who built edtech Taptic and took on SASSA fraud eyes Africa expansion – Veer Gosai
Stellenbosch student and Taptic founder Veer Gosai discusses the expansion of his edtech platform, which provides free past exam papers to students. He also talks about his experience uncovering SASSA grant fraud and his views on AI's impa…
- Alec Hogg assesses BNC#8: Clem Sunter's penny has finally dropped
Alec Hogg assesses BizNews Conference 8, focusing on South Africa's economic stagnation and governance failures. He discusses the shift from reliance on the state to civic action and self-reliance, offering an outlook on the country's futu…
- Jock of the Bushveld returns: AI brings a South African classic back to life
The classic South African story "Jock of the Bushveld" is being restored and rereleased in 4K with the help of AI. Producer Duncan MacNeillie discusses the process, including how the original master copy was destroyed and the film's histor…
- “Exactly the wrong policy”: DA's Burke says taxpayers will pay more under ANC procurement rules
Mark Burke, DA finance spokesperson, discusses the ANC’s procurement reforms, arguing that taxpayers will pay more for fewer services due to increased costs and reduced competition. He suggests these reforms could influence South Africa’s…
- BN Daybreak - Fri 24 Apr 2026: Oil rises; SARB Governor on SA inflation; Intel/Tesla gains; Sasol; Teledyne
This BizNews Daybreak episode discusses rising oil prices due to Mideast tensions and the South African Reserve Bank's inflation warnings. It also covers Intel and Tesla stock gains, Sasol's performance, and reflections on the BizNews Conf…
- Boardroom Talk: Tesla’s big AI leap, Sasol’s oil surge and Teledyne’s quiet dominance
Alec Hogg discusses Tesla’s move into AI and robotics, Sasol’s resilience, and Teledyne’s growth. The episode highlights how these companies contribute to a rational, diversified portfolio.
- BN Daybreak - Thu 23 Apr 2026: SA public service reforms; Hormuz tensions flare; Tesla; Capitec; Chubb; Remgro
This episode of BizNews Daybreak discusses South African public service reforms, US-Iran naval conflict, Tesla's AI investment, and financial reports from Capitec, Remgro, and Chubb. The episode examines legislative shifts, escalating tens…
- Boardroom Talk: A rational investor’s look at BizNews Portfolio holdings Capitec, Remgro and Chubb
In this episode of BizNews Radio, Alec Hogg analyzes Capitec, Remgro, and Chubb from the BizNews Ricardo portfolios. He discusses Capitec's growth and credit risk, Chubb's underwriting, and Remgro's capital allocation strategy with FirstRa…
- BN Daybreak - Wed 22 Apr 2026: Navigating market lions; US-Iran peace paradox; Anthropic’s AI security breach
This episode of BizNews Daybreak discusses the US-Iran ceasefire, an Anthropic AI security breach, Kevin Warsh's Federal Reserve hearing, contrarian market strategies with Sean Peche, and Apple's leadership transition. Topics include inter…
- Why smart investors don’t graze where the lions wait: market masterclass from Sean Peche
BizNews editor Alec Hogg and Sean Peche from Ranmore Fund Management discuss navigating volatile markets. Peche explains why investors should avoid the herd, focus on value, and stay disciplined.
- Ian Bremmer on Iran talks: Who wins from the conflict in the Middle East?
Ian Bremmer of Eurasia Group discusses the fragile reality behind US-Iran talks and the potential political implications of higher gas prices for midterm elections. He suggests a peace deal might be more political theater than real progres…
- BN Daybreak - 21 Apr 2026: Apple’s new CEO; Trump’s Iran ultimatum; Amazon’s AI expansion; Deepfake scam
This episode of BizNews Daybreak covers Apple's new CEO, John Ternus, and Tim Cook's move to Executive Chairman. It also addresses President Trump's Iran ultimatum, Amazon's AI expansion with "Project Prometheus" and Anthropic investment,…
- Boardroom Talk: AI-powered scam invents Alec Hogg showdown with Cyril Ramaphosa on Carte Blanche
In this episode, BizNews Editor Alec Hogg reveals a sophisticated online scam leveraging AI to create fake SABC branding and a fabricated "Carte Blanche" interview with President Cyril Ramaphosa. He details the mechanics of the con, its da…
- BN Daybreak - Mon 20 April 2026: US-Iran ship seizure, BEE policy under fire, and SA’s housing backlog solutions
BizNews Daybreak covers US-Iran ship seizure, criticisms of South Africa's BEE policy, and potential solutions for the country's housing backlog. The episode also touches on global markets and the UAE's economic concerns.
- KZN architect walks from DBN to CTN to fund AI fix for SA’s 2.5 million housing backlog
KZN architect Wandile Mthiyane is developing Ubuntu Home, an AI platform to address South Africa's housing backlog. He undertook a walk from Durban to Cape Town to raise funds for this initiative, which aims to empower individuals to desig…
- DA’s double-duty man: New anti-corruption plan that could transform South Africa’s government
In this episode, DA MP Jan de Villiers discusses a new anti-corruption plan for South Africa. He explains how this plan aims to professionalize the public service through stricter rules, independent oversight, and lifestyle audits to curb…
- Elon Musk vs BEE: The explosive debate that could change South Africa forever
This episode discusses the debate around Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) in South Africa, examining its impact on jobs, investment, and the nation's economic direction.
- Prediction markets make the world a casino — Inside the boom and the backlash: Bloomberg Originals
This documentary explores the rise of prediction markets such as Kalshi and Polymarket. It examines the legal, ethical, and political backlash, including concerns about insider trading and sports betting.
- BN Daybreak - Fri 17 Apr 2026: Iran's strategy; Mining syndicates; China shock warning; Netflix tumbles
This episode of BizNews Daybreak covers President Trump’s ceasefire announcement, the environmental damage caused by illegal mining, Netflix’s share slide, the potential "second China shock," and South Africa’s infrastructure management. I…
- South Africa’s wildlife heartland under siege from illegal mining syndicates
De Wet du Toit of the Blyde River Task Force discusses how illegal mining operations are threatening South Africa's water systems, tourism economy, and wildlife heartland. These zama-zama operations are linked to foreign criminal networks,…
- The FT's Rachman Review: Iran war — What does Tehran want and will it get it?
Gideon Rachman and Suzanne Maloney discuss potential negotiated solutions to the Iran war. They examine what Tehran's leaders want, the sustainability of their position, and the implications for Trump and the global economy.
- BN Daybreak - Thu 16 Apr 2026: Iran ceasefire hopes lift markets; SA envoy move shifts US narrative; AI chip boom
This episode of BizNews Daybreak discusses the potential extension of the US-Iran ceasefire and its market impact. It also covers South Africa's diplomatic strategy, the CFTC oil probe, Ford's executive changes, ASML's role in AI, and tren…
- (Ret) Col Wyatt: The Roelf & Ramaphosa Show, Trump’s terrible behaviour, and the triumphs and struggles of SA refugees…
Colonel Chris Wyatt discusses President Cyril Ramaphosa's appointment of Roelf Meyer as US ambassador, Donald Trump's controversial statements, and the challenges and successes of South African refugees in America. The interview also cover…
- Nouriel Roubini in conversation: Insights on Iran war, oil shockwaves, AI boom and more
Nouriel Roubini, Chairman & CEO of Roubini Macro Associates, shares his perspectives on the Iran war, oil shockwaves, and the AI boom. He also addresses the potential for a US and global recession and the interplay between stagflationary e…
- Boardroom Talk: Why CR's Washington appointment is brilliance
In this Boardroom Talk, Alec Hogg discusses President Cyril Ramaphosa’s appointment of Roelf Meyer as South Africa’s envoy to Washington. Hogg details how Meyer's appointment could help the US-SA relationship and ease pressure around AGOA.
- BN Daybreak - Wed 15 Apr 2026: DA’s growth strategy; Meta’s AI chips; Roubini warns of stagflation
This episode of BizNews Daybreak discusses global economic and political developments, including trade tensions, tech acquisitions, and the potential for stagflation. It also features insights on South African politics.
- Geordin Hill-Lewis: ANC succession battle poses “profound risk” to South Africa’s GNU
Newly-elected DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis discusses the potential destabilization of South Africa due to the ANC's leadership battle. He outlines the DA's stance on various issues including Iran and fuel prices, and their plan for local e…