Best Maputo Podcasts (2024)

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(13) Godminders: Why Daily Reminders Matter and How to Use Them 36:01

3h ago36:01

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "Faith Meets Academia," Dr. Reynolds unpacks the power of Godminders, exploring how daily, biblically-based reminders can fortify our faith and enrich our lives. He discusses practical tools for enhancing memory, insights from cognitive science reflected in the scriptures, and how biblical teachings can se…

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(12) Balancing Feedback and First Place: "Coach, She's Disqualified!" 31:22

8d ago31:22

31:22

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "Faith Meets Academia," Dr. Reynolds explores the dynamic interplay between striving for success and the value of constructive feedback, illustrated through a poignant story from a local swim meet. You will leave this episode with a deeper understanding of how to balance immediate wins with long-term growt…

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(11) Beyond Grades: I Was Never a Straight "A" Student, But... 27:54

17d ago27:54

27:54

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of Faith Meets Academia, Dr. Reynolds takes you way back in time and shares his personal journey through high school, emphasizing the message that you are more than your grades. Reflecting on his own struggles and experiences, he discusses the importance of balancing academic achievements with essential life …

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(10) Study Smarter, Not Harder: Four Study Strategies I Wish I Had Known 32:36

20d ago32:36

32:36

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Reynolds will guide you through the most effective study strategies that can transform your learning experience. He shares his personal learning journey, including the challenges he faced with ineffective study methods. Dr. Reynolds will introduce you to four powerful, research-based strategies that are …

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(9) Learning How to Learn: The Lesson They Never Taught You in School 32:51

28d ago32:51

32:51

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Reynolds delves into an often overlooked topic in our education system: learning how to learn. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to harness the joy of learning or studying without the stress and anxiety.He explores the processes of encoding, consolidating, and retrieving infor…

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(8) The Little-Known Fact About Winning God's Approval 27:00

1M ago27:00

27:00

Send us a Text Message. Welcome to Episode 8 of Faith Meets Academia. In this episode, Dr. Reynolds explores the critical role of biblical study in meeting God's approval—an often overlooked component in our faith walk—and the parallels it shares with professional certifications like those in healthcare, underscoring the importance of rigorous prep…

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(7) Celebrating Growth and Impact 11:08

2M ago11:08

11:08

Send us a Text Message. In this special seventh episode of Faith Meets Academia (FMA), Dr. Reynolds reflects on and celebrates the rapid growth of this community. In just seven weeks, FMA has reached a diverse global audience across four continents, eight countries, and fifty cities. Dr. Reynolds also provides a primer on what podcasts are and how …

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(6) Living Your Faith: A Strategy for Integrating Biblical Principles into Everyday Life 24:50

2M ago24:50

24:50

Send us a Text Message. In this episode of "Faith Meets Academia," Dr. Reynolds explores the intersection of biblical teachings and educational theory using Bloom's Taxonomy. He discusses how this well-established framework can transform our understanding and application of scripture into actionable steps, helping us live out our faith more fully e…

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(5) The Blessing and Science of Gratitude: What Are You Thankful For? 22:13

2M ago22:13

22:13

Send us a Text Message. After listening this episode, you will be able to engage deeply with the transformative power of gratitude. By responding to carefully crafted questions for gratitude journaling, you will explore how expressing thankfulness can shift your mood, provide new insights, and enhance your social connections. You will also learn ab…

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(4) Be Fully Present: Live in Your Seasons 34:01

2M ago34:01

34:01

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, Dr. Reynolds explores nuggets of wisdom found in Ecclesiastes 3:1-8, reflecting on the various seasons of life and the importance of being fully present in each moment. Drawing from the teachings of King Solomon, the wisest man to have ever lived, he delves into the necessity of mindfulness in the midst of o…

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(3) Face Your Fears THROUGH Your Faith: Part 2 34:26

2M ago34:26

34:26

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we’ll delve deeper into the complex interplay between fear and faith. This episode critically examines the faith over fear slogan, revealing its tendency to divide in times of crisis. Dr. Reynolds explores the concept of avoidance coping, where faith might unintentionally serve to bypass directly addressing …

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(2) Face Your Fears THROUGH Your Faith: Part 1 38:14

3M ago38:14

38:14

Send us a Text Message. Dive into an engaging exploration of confronting fears with faith in this episode. Unpack the challenges of destructive criticism, isolation, vulnerability, and failure, and learn how faith transforms these into opportunities for growth and success. Through personal anecdotes, biblical references, and a framework for self-re…

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(1) Introduction to Faith Meets Academia: My Evolution 25:59

3M ago25:59

25:59

Send us a Text Message. In this inaugural episode titled "Faith Meets Academia: My Evolution," Dr. Reynolds embarks on a heartfelt exploration of his personal journey to unify his faith-based principles with well established concepts and theoretical frameworks in academia. He critically reflects on the longstanding desire to apply biblical wisdom t…

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Hlonipha Mokoena interviews Achille Mbembe 1:04:23

3M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

Hlonipha interviews Achille on winning the Holberg prize, on their backgrounds, institutions and intellectual obsessions.By WISER

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Episode 80 - Isac Junior 1:21:20

4M ago1:21:20

1:21:20

Our guest is a visionary whose lens captures not just moments but entire worlds. Isac Junior's visionary approach to photography transcends mere snapshots, capturing entire worlds through his lens. With roots in humble beginnings and unwavering family support, Isaac's journey embodies the essence of determination and resilience. Isac shares more th…

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Episode 79 - Nelson Nhachungue 1:23:51

7M ago1:23:51

1:23:51

Nelson Nhachungue is a remarkable individual who effortlessly wears two hats – a seasoned lawyer and a dynamic influencer making waves in the digital realm. A master of the delicate art of balancing one's private life with the demands of a public persona. He offers a unique perspective on the challenges that arise when your professional world colli…

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Episode 78 - Luhane Gagnaux 1:10:17

8M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

Luhane Gagnaux is a purebred entrepreneur whose remarkable journey from law to entrepreneurship has been inspiring. Fueled by an unwavering passion for unravelling everyday conundrums, Luhane ventured into the world of mobile app development, crafting a diverse portfolio of applications that tackled various challenges. Some of these ventures proved…

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Episode 77 - Ximena Calero 1:34:20

9M ago1:34:20

1:34:20

Ximena Calero is an unlikely activist. In this episode, we step into her mystical and thought-provoking world. As we sit down with our extraordinary guest who shares stories of witchcraft, weaving Mozambican culture into the very fabric of her home, she unravels the secrets of listening – not just hearing, but truly learning. At the same time, deep…

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Episode 76 - Lay Lizzy 1:35:49

11M ago1:35:49

1:35:49

Lay Lizzy is a creator mainly known for his music. He embodies steadfast and unwavering positive advocacy within the creative domain, crafting mesmerising art while championing emerging talents. He expertly narrates his journey in his presentation, showcasing his exceptional talent in managing his business ventures while producing captivating music…

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Kubhula RAW - Alegadamente [Trailer] 15:56

1+ y ago15:56

15:56

On Kubhula RAW, the hosts go back to the basics and dissect various random topics in an unfiltered, unapologetic and unruly way. Judging everyone and everything, and with political correctness and sugar-coating out of the picture, the rawness bubbles to the surface. Disclaimer: The views, thoughts, and opinions expressed are the guest’s own and do …

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Kubhula RAW - Gaps, Guns & Djimmy 15:05

1+ y ago15:05

15:05

On Kubhula RAW, the hosts go back to the basics and dissect various random topics in an unfiltered, unapologetic and unruly way. Judging everyone and everything, and with political correctness and sugar-coating out of the picture, the rawness bubbles to the surface. Disclaimer: If you are a caring, kind, sensitive person - this is not for you! Sign…

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Bessie Head’s Absorbent Literature 16:28

1+ y ago16:28

16:28

In this week’s episode, Anneke Rautenbach discusses how, when the writer Bessie Head escaped apartheid South Africa and settled in the rural village of Serowe, Botswana, she remained haunted by the violence of her past. In her work on experimental development farms, alongside locals and foreign volunteers, she discovered not only a source of healin…

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Cheikh BA: Riverine Landscapes in Senegal 9:52

2y ago9:52

9:52

In this episode of The WiSER Podcast, Cheikh BA discusses the Senegal River as an intense node of knowledge making. He discusses how those who live alongside it observe, name and think about its flows, quantities, evolutions, water paths and distribution. He also shows how, in parallel and sometimes in confrontation, the "modern management" of natu…

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Kubhula RAW - Rito, Tate & The Baby Seals [Trailer] 25:15

2y ago25:15

25:15

On Kubhula RAW, the hosts go back to the basics and dissect various random topics in an unfiltered, unapologetic and unruly way. Judging everyone and everything, and with political correctness and sugar-coating out of the picture, the rawness bubbles to the surface. Disclaimer: If you are a caring, kind, sensitive person - this is not for you! Sign…

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The new nuclear age 17:52

2y ago17:52

17:52

In this week’s episode, Simon van Schalkwyk discusses our new nuclear age, the re-emergence of a long latent Cold War atavism, including the politics of containment and psycho-warfare. Online ‘nuke maps’ mean you can now simulate the effects of nuclear strikes anywhere in the world. He sets the location for Braamfontain, Johannesburg and sees what …

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Bridging the Bay: Maputo-Katembe 14:13

2y ago14:13

14:13

In this episode, Caio Simões de Araújo discusses the politics of infrastructure in Southern Africa, taking as an entry point the Maputo-Katembe bridge, inaugurated in 2018. Araújo argues that the bridge is part of a renewed public investment in infrastructure enabled by Chinese cooperation in Africa. Yet, rather than a straightforward road into the…

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Vampires: Pandemics & Politics 16:44

2y ago16:44

16:44

In this episode, Timothy Wright discusses the graphic novel Rebirth (2012), which imagines a node of vampire culture in the striated and gritty space of Johannesburg. He reads the book’s terminally ill vampires as offering a surprising, generative vantage point from which to think through some urgent social and political issues of the contemporary …

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Two Treasons, Two States, One Family 37:02

2y ago37:02

37:02

In Episode One of Season Five of The WiSER Podcast, the Reverend Frank Chikane and his son Regotsofetse Chikane, recollect and discuss the moment – separated by 30 years – they were each arrested for treason – by the apartheid and post-apartheid states, successively. As prominent anti-apartheid activist and #FeesMustFall activist respectively, they…

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Episode 75 - Matateu Ubisse 2:08:23

2y ago2:08:23

2:08:23

Matateu Ubisse is a brand strategist who has a unique approach to using the art of storytelling. He has set himself apart in an industry where the main currency is your attention. Describing how the odds didn't keep him from pursuing what he felt he was meant to do, in this conversation, we went down the rabbit hole of movies, Afrofuturism and how …

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Kubhula RAW - Swindlers Be Swindling 23:44

2+ y ago23:44

23:44

On Kubhula RAW, the hosts go back to the basics and dissect various random topics in an unfiltered, unapologetic and unruly way. Judging everyone and everything, and with political correctness and sugar-coating out of the picture, the rawness bubbles to the surface. Disclaimer: If you are a caring, kind, sensitive person - this is not for you! Sign…

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Episode 74 - Elisandro Mendes 1:19:10

2+ y ago1:19:10

1:19:10

Elisandro Mendes is an entrepreneur who made Mozambique his home away from home. With an emotional intelligence above par, he brought his dream to fruition and created a community where gentlemen come together and build positive social networks. His childhood and teenage years start in Lisbon after leaving Guinea-Bissau at a very young age. His hea…

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Episode 73 - Francisco Vinho 1:27:01

2+ y ago1:27:01

1:27:01

Francisco Vinho is a skate activist whose love for skating, combined with a steady grind, drove him to break down barriers and defy the status quo. It takes a particular type of mindset and willingness to, against all odds, build a skate park in one's backyard and make it an extension of the conventional classroom for many girls and boys of the com…

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Kubhula RAW - Blade, Bond & Morpheus 21:26

2+ y ago21:26

21:26

On Kubhula RAW, the hosts go back to the basics and dissect various random topics in an unfiltered, unapologetic and unruly way. Judging everyone and everything, and with political correctness and sugar-coating out of the picture, the rawness bubbles to the surface. Disclaimer: If you are a caring, kind, sensitive person - this is not for you! Sign…

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Episode 72 - Marcelo Dauane 1:39:08

2+ y ago1:39:08

1:39:08

Marcelo Dauane is a full-stack engineer. Using a personality that constantly demands innovation and thrives for growth, he taught his fingers how to speak the only truly universal language. In this chilled and sometimes geeky conversation about his life and more, he explains how someone can go from zero to coding within months in the various boot c…

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Episode 71 - Djimetta 1:38:39

2+ y ago1:38:39

1:38:39

Djimetta is a hip hop artist. His introvert core and extrovert capabilities bridge the world of reality and imagination, giving birth to unique creativity. Ell Puto also graced us with his presence by being our first guest co-host, and side by side with Djimetta, they took this episode to a whole new level. A few coughs sprinkled on it from everyth…

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The Art of Meleko Mokgosi Part 2 1:01:16

2+ y ago1:01:16

1:01:16

In this week’s episode, we present Part Two of our mini-series on the work of Botswanan artist Meleko Mokgosi by Hlonipha Mokoena of WISER. Last week, Mokoena offered an analysis of Mokgosi’s paintings from multiple perspectives. In today’s episode, she speaks to the artist himself, a wide-ranging and fascinating discussion that takes up many of th…

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Kubhula RAW - Pets Lives Matter 16:12

2+ y ago16:12

16:12

On Kubhula RAW, the hosts go back to the basics and dissect various random topics in an unfiltered, unapologetic and unruly way. Judging everyone and everything, and with political correctness and sugar-coating out of the picture, the rawness bubbles to the surface. Disclaimer: If you are a caring, kind, sensitive person - this is not for you! Sign…

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The Art of Meleko Mokgosi (Part 1) 17:22

2+ y ago17:22

17:22

Today we release the first of a two-part podcast series that focuses on the work of Botswanan artist Meleko Mokgosi. In today’s episode, Hlonipha Mokoena, Associate Professor at WISER, discusses his work. “There seems to be no better time than the present for us to have a conversation about what it means to be a black artist who paints black subjec…

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Episode 70 - Marta Uetela 1:28:33

2+ y ago1:28:33

1:28:33

Marta Uetela is an industrial designer who is a very energetic and positive individual that from a selfless act, started an organisation that is changing the lives of many, one step at a time. She won the second-best green startup in Africa, the number one prize in the 6th edition of the competition SeedStars in Maputo, and the 193rd Commonwealth P…

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Inside WISER 19:10

2+ y ago19:10

19:10

Today we hear from Najibha Deshmukh, WISER’s Senior Administrator and Adila Deshmukh, WISER’s Financial Manager. Najibha and Adila, who are sisters, give us their take on life at WISER, offering an inside view of everyday life, from both the front desk and the Institute’s financial office. In a richly nuanced and finely observed - and often very fu…

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Episode 69 - Leia Liquidão 1:50:44

2+ y ago1:50:44

1:50:44

The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or any other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your condition. If you're having any trouble with your mental health, contact any of the associati…

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The End of Mugabe 28:18

2+ y ago28:18

28:18

Dr Tinashe Mushakavanhu discusses the coup of November 2017 in Zimbabwe, the death of Robert Mugabe, and why it is necessary to build a new set of digital tools for re-reading the country’s history. The podcast grapples with the question: how do we read a country beyond an individual? The members of The WiSER Podcast team are Sarah Nuttall, Sizwe M…

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Episode 68 - Douglas Condzo 1:42:13

2+ y ago1:42:13

1:42:13

Douglas Condzo is a visual artist whose striking art provokes a visceral response in the eye of the beholder it also taps into the humble and quiet personality of this true aesthete. We got him speaking on the different roads and choices that took him from music to where he is now. He took a deep dive and described how the journey of his street pho…

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WISER Twenty (Part 2) 25:24

2+ y ago25:24

25:24

Today we release the second of several podcasts marking WiSER’s 20th anniversary. The Institute was launched in September 2001 and we asked a number of colleagues from Wits, the region and beyond to offer reflections on the last two decades of WiSER’s critical engagement with our country, our region and the world at large. In doing so, we also wish…

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WISER Twenty (Part 1) 26:44

3y ago26:44

26:44

Today we release the first of several podcasts marking WiSER’s 20th anniversary. The Institute was launched in September 2001 and we asked a number of colleagues from Wits, the region and beyond to offer reflections on the last two decades of WiSER’s critical engagement with our country, our region and the world at large. In doing so, we also wish …

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Feminism. Generation. Activism. 26:50

3y ago26:50

26:50

In this podcast, we present highlights from an event “On Violence: An Intergenerational Conversation about Women's Resistance” held at WiSER on August 11 2021. Convened by WISER, the Governing Intimacies project at Wits and No10Publishers, the discussion features two feminist writers and activists, Zubeida Jaffer and Simamkele Dlakavu in conversati…

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Uprising in South Africa (Part 1) 22:15

3y ago22:15

22:15

Welcome to Season 4 of The WISER podcast. We begin this season with a number of event podcasts, capturing key debates happening at WISER on matters of urgent national importance. Today we release a two-part series, Uprising in South Africa, in which commentators reflect on the crises in KZN province which manifested so powerfully in the events of a…

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Uprising in South Africa (Part 2) 29:24

3y ago29:24

29:24

Welcome to Season 4 of The WISER podcast. We begin this season with a number of event podcasts, capturing key debates happening at WISER on matters of urgent national importance. Today we release a two-part series, Uprising in South Africa, in which commentators reflect on the crises in KZN province which manifested so powerfully in the events of a…

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Episode 67 - Paulo Chibanga 1:41:25

3y ago1:41:25

1:41:25

Paulo Chibanga is an innovative entrepreneur who uses deep family values as the underlying foundation for all his work. He transcends the ordinal scale with his never-stop learning mentality. From 3 de Fevereiro school to Jo'burg and then the world, he told us about how his music journey started and how it morphed into what it is today. How 340ml c…

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Episode 66 - Maxh 1:45:10

3y ago1:45:10

1:45:10

Maxh is a YouTuber with a unique sense of humour and uncomparable clout. His skits present a profoundly personal and comical perspective on a wide range of social phenomena. In a genuinely conversational way, he gave us an insight into how he lives off YouTube and explained how he withdraws the money sent from it—deconstructed the taboo of being a …

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