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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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From Central Karoo, Gayton McKenzie comes to Joburg 17.04.2023 10:55

In this episode Rams Mabote weighs in Gayton McKenzie’s plan to take over Joburg. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The ANC is A-mad over Joburg mayor 13.04.2023 15:37

In this episode Rams Mabote says the ANC must stick with Al-Jama-ah for better or for worse. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Guptas and Bester run circles around Ronald Lamola 11.04.2023 15:37

In this episode Rams Mabote speaks to department of justice about their week from hell SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The DA drops the ANC and declares the EFF is the new enemy 03.04.2023 26:53

In this episode Rams Mabote asks why is it that the DA has declared war on the EFF. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lesotho could just take the problem children from South Africa 30.03.2023 11:12

In this episode Rams Mabote explores the good, the bad and the ugly of annexing parts of South Africa into Lesotho. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thabo Bester is a 21st century headache for correctional services 27.03.2023 10:28

In this episode Rams Mabote takes a closer look at the mess of surrounding the escape of Facebook rapist and murderer Thabo Bester. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It’s time the People’s Advocate died for his ideals 23.03.2023 10:24

In this episode Rams Mabote calls on Advocate Dali Mpofu to lead the fight against colonial legal practices. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The national shutdown turns into a PR free for all 20.03.2023 10:29

In this episode Rams Mabote counts new and strange voices supporting and dissing the shutdown. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Lungile Phenyane an April fool’s joke or is this the end of an error for the DA? 16.03.2023 10:36

In this episode Rams Mabote shows why Lungile Phenyane could lead the DA to the promised land. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ramaphosa goes fat and then promises to go lean 13.03.2023 23:48

In this episode Rams Mabote likens Cyril Ramaphosa to Piet Koornhof SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

God forsakes Makwarela after a short stay as Tshwane mayor 09.03.2023 12:55

In this episode Rams Mabote explores the drama surrounding former Tshwane mayor Murunwa Makwarela. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 'bully' takes on the 'buffoon': Showdown between Phakeng and Tabane 06.03.2023 16:02

In this episode Rams Mabote reviews the verbal war between JJ Tabane and Mamokgethi Phakeng. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David “The Cat” Mabuza goes home to enjoy his ninth life. 02.03.2023 15:59

In this episode Rams Mabote looks at the immemorable three years of David Mabuza as deputy president of South Africa. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How Andre De Ruyter set the cat among the pigeons 27.02.2023 14:17

In this episode of Taking The Rams By The Horns on Sowetan LIVE, we find out if Andre de Ruyter was a man out of his mind or simply smitten when he made his startling revelations? SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Derby, the last hope of Soweto. 23.02.2023 17:22

In this episode Rams explores the “myth” that is the Soweto Derby between Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Mpho Phalatse's 'walk and talk' enough to make her DA leader? 20.02.2023 19:38

In this episode Rams speaks to Sowetan political editor Fikile-Ntsikelelo Moya to explore Mpho Phalatse’s chances to take over the DA. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Men in blouses, capes and berets 16.02.2023 17:35

In this episode of Taking The Rams By The Horns on Sowetan LIVE, Rams finds out that in the stakes of fashion, this is no longer a man's world. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ramaphosa goes on a random shooting at SONA 13.02.2023 14:49

In this episde of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, Rams argues that President Ramaphosa went rogue at SONA SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will SONA shoot the lights out on loadshedding 08.02.2023 17:17

In this episode of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, Rams previews what is unlikely to come out of #SONA2023 SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Could the EFF be turning into Education Freedom Fighters? 06.02.2023 17:31

In this episode of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, Rams looks at the EFF's unexpected call for its members to get a matric. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mbalula is in the house. Lights. Camera. Action. 01.02.2023 16:43

In this episde of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, previews what awaits us during Fikile Mbalula's reign as ANC secretary general. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zuma goes back to civic politics, by hook or crook 30.01.2023 12:33

In this episode of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, looks at Zuma and his bogus Sanco appointment, and the unknown Joburg mayor SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A DA march that wasn't 25.01.2023 14:40

In this episde of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, drama, chaos and comedy as the DA marches on the ANC SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With Sheba gone, Gwede The Tiger Mantashe flexes his muscles 23.01.2023 8:52

In this episode of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, Gwede The Tiger Mantashe was on the rampage this weekend and Rams traces his footsteps. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sheba the tiger dies after much shock and drama 18.01.2023 11:59

In this episode of Taking The Rams By The Horns on SowetanLIVE, Rams traces the story of Sheba the Tiger before she was unfortunately put down on Wednesday. SowetanLIVE · SowetanLIVE Twitter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.