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Taking the Rams by the Horns

Comedy EN ↓ 157 episodes

Veteran journalist and broadcaster Rams Mabote, in association with SowetanLIVE, hosts a weekly podcast that looks at the funny side of news and current affairs. Mabote will take listeners on a journey to the light side of dark. Because life is too short to take the news to heart, and in typical South African style, we choose to laugh so we don’t cry.

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Marketing through mud and dust, according to Nano Mothibi 11.12.2025 39:48

BMarketing expert warns creatives to dare to do the uncomfortable, if they are to make it in the cutthroat industry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pearl Mbewe: A daughter, a mother and a sister 04.12.2025 33:28

Public Relations superstar speaks about GBV, parenting, media and becoming a brand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ke Dezemba boss: Time to know your whisky 27.11.2025 38:48

In preparation for the holidays, whisky ambassador Thami Banda gives us an Idiot's Guide to Whisky. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I BLEW IT – The RAF way 14.11.2025 15:36

Of girlfriends, bodyguards and millions of rand spent recklessly by the Road Accident Fund Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Unknown to him, Paul Biya retains Cameroonian presidency 06.11.2025 10:59

Unbeknown to him, ninety-two-year-old Cameroonian president Paul Biya, has been voted back into office for another eight-year term. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SA is limping, but it is not lights out, yet 30.10.2025 46:57

Sipho Ngwema looks back on how the promise of 1994 has slowly been derailed Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Make Joburg clean again. But don’t take away its bounce 24.10.2025 16:56

Informal traders that have brought so much joy to many men and women over the years are being removed from the city. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ANC finally has a plan for South Africa, again 16.10.2025 16:53

In a dramatic turn of events, the leadership of the ANC has released yet another plan to turn the fortunes of the country around. Don’t hold your breath. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Celebrating podcaster Ursula Mariani 09.10.2025 47:02

Ursula enjoying all her dimensions as content creator, voice over artist and academic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It is darkest before dawn says Songezo Zibi 02.10.2025 33:26

Chairman of SCOPA argues that South Africa must not despair over the Madlanga Commission of Enquiry Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ntshavheni enters the annuls of Most Influential People 18.09.2025 15:06

Forget about service delivery, the South African government has now delivered the solar eclipse. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Makashule Gana takes a gamble on the betting industry 11.09.2025 50:17

Rise Mzansi MP determined to rid South Africa of its corrupt and addictive gambling sickness. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pitso Motaung to Dance The Death Drill On Stage 04.09.2025 32:19

Joburg Theatre brings Fred Khumalo's iconic novel on stage: Don't Miss It. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Holomisa floored in a radio interview from hell 28.08.2025 15:15

Touched on his studio by a radio caller, belligerent yet likeable Gen Bantu Holomisa tells everyone to go to hell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Relentless Tebogo Malaka goes Bell Pottinger 21.08.2025 18:44

Beleagured IDT boss tries spin to save face, but falls flat on it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A not-so-heartfelt advice for IDT's Tebogo Malaka 14.08.2025 21:36

If you really have to bribe a journalist, don't do it on a Stellenbosch wine farm. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Panyaza Lesufi perfects the art of demoting officials upward 07.08.2025 26:42

Gauteng government run by ghost workers, relatives and underperforming managers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wine, whisky and Holy Land: A day in the life of a politician 31.07.2025 26:46

Members of Parliament reveal what it takes to get their attention. Not much it would seem. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Noma does Cold Play on Gigaba 24.07.2025 14:36

Ministers ex-wife goes rogue about a "doctored" PhD, Rolex watches, Covid romps and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s the law, stupid. Mbhazima Shilowa explains decision on Senzo Mchunu 17.07.2025 30:59

Shilowa explains what Cyril Ramaphosa did, could have done, did not do and could not do regarding the Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi’s revelations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A week from hell for President Cyril RamaphosaA week from hell for President Cyril Ramaphosa 10.07.2025 20:29

Ramaphosa ducks all sorts of Bric(k)s from Trump, Mkhwanazi, and a jet that won't fly. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are you sceptical about Africa? Well, think again 03.07.2025 58:13

Renowned marketer Thebe Ikalafeng shares his views about Africa, her leaders and her people. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ayanda Allie: The Native Who Caused All The Trouble 26.06.2025 51:32

BOSA's only MPL in Gauteng is determined to fix the province, by keeping everyone on the straight and narrow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Broadcasting is fun, but not a walk in the park - Thabiso Tema 05.06.2025 47:24

Thabiso "TT" Tema shares his journey behind the mic, what it takes and what fans don't really know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trump Drama: South Africa came out alive 02.06.2025 45:02

Lorato Tshenkeng gives us a PR101 on the recent Oval Office fiasco. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.