Best Telecoms Investment Podcasts (2024)

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David Shapiro reveals surprising market shifts: Telecom struggles & luxury boom! 21:49

43m ago21:49

21:49

In this BizNews interview, market expert David Shapiro breaks down the latest market trends, highlighting the surprising challenges faced by the telecommunications sector and the ongoing strength of luxury brands like Richemont. Shapiro shares key insights on why telecoms are struggling to maintain profits amid intense competition, while luxury goo…

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NewsWrap Ep6: Coalitions; NHI; Plunderers; Political mergers. 22:26

2h ago22:26

22:26

In Episode Five of the BizNews NewsWrap - a tale of two very different coalitions - Hersov on the GNU; Mayor Brink on Tshwane; plus Universal healthcare in SA IS affordable (Friedland); Political mergers (Zibi); Bringing plunderers to account (Trollip; De Beer); RIP Greg Krumbock; and the week’s news that matters.…

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Mayor Brink on his crumbling coalition - One man’s grievances threatens all of Tshwane’s progress 23:12

1h ago23:12

23:12

Not quite a year and a half into recovery, the Tshwane Metro is again on the brink of descending into chaos. In this interview, Tshwane’s executive mayor, Cilliers Brink, unpacks why this is happening. He says the national leaders of Action SA, specifically its founder/president Herman Mashaba, are imposing their will on the party’s members in the …

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MK: A Formidable Coalition of the Wounded… 30:58

3h ago30:58

30:58

Political activist and commentator Phapano Phasha worked on the election communication strategy for MKP after resigning from the African National Congress (ANC), but didn’t join the party. In this interview with BizNews, she says many of the people who have joined MK ”are wounded…are running to the next best thing”. However, it is a “formidable for…

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Glynnis Breytenbach: On Simelane, Hlophe, Corruption & the GNU 11:32

1d ago11:32

11:32

In her first chat with BizNews since the election, Democratic Alliance (DA) Justice spokesperson Glynnis Breytenbach comments on Justice Minister Thembi Simelane’s alleged links to the VBS Bank scandal, saying: “…the issue is that it's untenable for her to continue as the Minister of Justice if there is in fact a matter being investigated against h…

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Mashaba: I will not let the DA eliminate me! 11:31

4h ago11:31

11:31

ActionSA Leader Herman Mashaba has the country talking as the residents of the capital Tshwane are anxiously awaiting his call on a possible coalition with the African National Congress (ANC) - after it entered into a working relationship with the ANC in Joburg, and is eyeing a similar deal in Ekurhuleni next. Speaking to BizNews from New York, Mas…

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Hersov: GNU longevity; McKenzie sparkling; DA in China; party mergers; and Tshwane 20:48

4h ago20:48

20:48

It’s been three months since entrepreneur and political activist Rob Hersov shared his perspectives with the BizNews tribe. He does so here with trademark frankness in a thoughtful interview with BizNews editor Alec Hogg. The straight-shooting canary in SA’s political coal mine shares insights gleaned from his own experience and wide range of conta…

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Webinar: Discovering Mauritius' residency-by-investment program: Flexibility and lifestyle insights 48:09

4h ago48:09

48:09

Catch the recording of our recent discussion with Richard Haller from Sable International about Mauritius' residency-by-investment program as an alternative to Portugal's Golden Visa. Unlike Portugal, Mauritius requires a $375,000 property investment for residency, including the investor's spouse, children, and, recently, parents. The program offer…

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Maye Musk sponsors UFS scholarship to combat malnutrition in South African women and children 16:07

2d ago16:07

16:07

Maye Musk, the mother of South African-born entrepreneur Elon Musk, has established a scholarship to support students pursuing Master's degree studies in nutrition and dietetics at the University of the Free State (UFS). The initiative, aimed at addressing the critical issue of malnutrition, will partly fund two full-time master’s students research…

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Navigating the Future of Fraud Prevention in Digital Banking with Incognia's Andre F. 31:08

2h ago31:08

31:08

Episode Topic In this episode of Pay Pad, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with Andre F., CEO and co-founder of Incognia, to explore the future of mobile identity solutions and digital security. The conversation dives deep into the concept of location intelligence, a cutting-edge method for enhancing user security without compromising on user experi…

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The Justice Minister & VBS: All the “Red Flags”… 21:16

44m ago21:16

21:16

South Africa's Justice Minister Thembi Simelane is expected to appear before Parliament's Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional development on Friday to be questioned over an alleged link to the VBS Bank scandal. In this interview with BizNews, ActionSA’s Parliamentary caucus leader Athol Trollip lists all the “red flags” in her case - …

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Netcare CEO argues NHI ‘Middle Way’ - affordable solution that was ANC policy 20:16

3h ago20:16

20:16

Netcare CEO Richard Friedland, a medical doctor himself, is urging the ANC to dust off its original Healthcare policy which was a workable alternative to a polarising and unaffordable NHI - which will cost the country an extra R500bn a year (21% VAT anyone?). In an address yesterday to the Hospitals Association of SA, Friedland reminded the nation …

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Meet RiseMzansi’s Songezo Zibi: Why media insiders (and Rebecca) love him - and rest of SA should too 32:54

1h ago32:54

32:54

The one-time editor turned corporate executive and now political player has been a welcome addition to SA’s body politic. Through circumstances which were unimaginable just three months ago, Songezo Zibi chairs one of Parliament’s most important Committees - responsible for monitoring the trillions spent annually by the State. He spoke to BizNews e…

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Bacher: Springbok mood spreads to SA asset prices - August’s rush the proof 22:30

1h ago22:30

22:30

Legendary British manager Bill Shankly famously told the world: “Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I assure you, it’s much more serious than that.” For the South African nation, rugby plays an identical role. David Bacher proves the point in Corion’s analysis of investment markets in August - sharing a Bokke-based presentati…

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De Beer: Silence is treason 26:20

1h ago26:20

26:20

In his weekly Sunday show with BizNews, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), gives his analysis of a wide range of controversies: the VBS Bank scandal that has spread from the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) - and by extension MK - to the African National Congress (ANC) Minister of Justice; the “Walking Dead” like S…

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Rhodes University Management march for water… 6:35

2h ago6:35

6:35

Rhodes University Management and the SRC today (Friday) marched on the Makana Municipality - as the university was forced to temporarily suspend part of its academic programme, including formal undergraduate lectures, tutorials, and practicals, amid severe disruptions to its municipal water supply. The campus has been without municipal water since …

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NewsWrap Ep5 - By-elections, Tshwane, Free speech, Mashatile, Sasol, AI and more 35:32

2h ago35:32

35:32

A bumper episode features a spread of news on the political economy and business, seeded with developments on AI and the free speech debate - plus a cameo with a windswept mayor of the best municipality in the Western Cape. This weekly show is produced by the BizNews team, and hosted by editor Alec Hogg.…

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Navigating High-Risk Payments John Tucker on Cash Management and Cannabis Industry Logistics 27:07

7h ago27:07

27:07

Episode Topic In this episode of Paypod, host Kevin Rosenquist sits down with John Tucker, a seasoned expert in the payments and fintech industry with over 17 years of experience. Currently with National Secure Transport (NST), John discusses the complex world of cash management, armored transportation, and the unique challenges of serving high-ris…

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Dr Corné Mulder: Making sense of SA’s coalition chaos and a path to stability 23:57

2h ago23:57

23:57

Among the 14 by-elections held on Wednesday, the DA won a critical vote in Tshwane’s Ward 92 thanks to support from partners in the Metro’s ruling coalition, which did not field vote-splitting candidates. But there was also a sharp warning for the Constitutionalists as the MK Party gave the ANC in Rustenberg Ward 45 - hundreds of kilometres away fr…

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Profile of South African migrants to the UK evolving as more businesses seek opportunities and expansion – JP Breytenbac 16:18

2d ago16:18

16:18

The United Kingdom has long been a favoured destination for South Africans seeking work or residency, thanks to shared language, time zones, and historical ties. However, according to JP Breytenbach from Breytenbach Immigration Consultants, the profile of South African migrants is evolving. “There is a significant increase in business migration, wi…

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FSU’s Sara Gon on how to cool SA’s heat generated by freedom of speech (especially on social media) 27:14

2h ago27:14

27:14

In this fascinating interview, the director of SA’s Free Speech Union Sara Gon examines examples of where applying that freedom landed protagonists in hot water - referencing Elon Musk and Pavel Durov and local examples Tim Noakes, Roman Cabanac, Chris Hart, Renaldo Gouws and Pretoria Girls High. Her suggestions are to identify yourself, take respo…

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Disrupt or Be Disrupted: Navigating Industry Shifts in Investment Banking 17:51

9d ago17:51

17:51

Join Larry Wieseneck, Vice Chair and Head of Corporate and Investment Banking, TD Securities, and Peter Haynes, Managing Director and Head of Index and Market Structure Research, TD Securities, for a deep dive into the evolving world of investment banking. In this episode, we explore the role of capital in determining market positions, navigating t…

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Exposed: The modus operandi of SA’s cyber crime cartels… 30:22

5h ago30:22

30:22

The chilling methods of South Africa’s cyber crime cartels and cyber criminals are laid bare by Tiaan Lombard, a cybersecurity and intelligence expert. Speaking to BizNews, he says: “If I want to gain access to, let's call it a banking system or a judicial system, whatever the case may be, it's a matter of entering into the bank, leaving a flash dr…

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CEO Baloyi: New broom sprucing up Sasol for huge local opportunities 23:51

2d ago23:51

23:51

Chemical engineer Simon Baloyi has made the ultimate Sasol journey - from bursary student to CEO. In recent years, Baloyi was part of the executive team faced with a plunging share price (R300 to under R20 in first three months of 2020) and the subsequent forced sale of assets to slash its excessive debt. In this interview with BizNews editor Alec …

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SA’s Political Players - Mashatile’s strategic brilliance; Shivambu’s missing hatred for Zuma 25:15

2d ago25:15

25:15

With the Government of National Unity having been in power for over two months already, BizNews asked Dr. Ina Gouws of the Department of Political Studies and Governance at Free State University for her impressions. She dissects the early achievements of the GNU as well as the coalition chaos at provincial and municipal level. She doesn’t think the…

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Maximising returns with Westbrooke: A deep dive into the Yield Plus fund 22:25

4d ago22:25

22:25

Alec Hogg speaks with Dino Zuccollo, Director at Westbrook Alternative Asset Management, about their innovative Yield Plus fund. Discover how this fund offers attractive returns of 9% annually and the underlying mechanics that make it appealing, particularly for South African investors dealing with exchange control and currency fluctuations. Dino e…

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DE BEER: SA - The Good, the Bad & the Ugly… 28:39

3d ago28:39

28:39

In his latest weekly Sunday show with BizNews, Neil de Beer, the President of the United Independent Movement (UIM), talks about the looting that is being exposed by ministers in the Government of National Unity (GNU); and dissects the coalition battles on provincial and local level where, in some places, old foes of the African National Congress (…

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Last chance to get tax breaks with a 12BA investment 1:00:21

5d ago1:00:21

1:00:21

Catch the recording of our recent discussion on the latest 12B investment in the market—Decentral Green Energy 12B. If you're in the 45% tax bracket, this opportunity could be particularly beneficial, as Decentral can save 100% tax on contributed capital. This translates to R100 returned via tax savings for every R100 invested, supported by the Nat…

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DiData to global fame: Meet David Frankel, tech luminary, investor extraordinaire 22:01

12d ago22:01

22:01

In this insightful interview, David Frankel, a renowned tech entrepreneur and managing partner of Founder Collective, delves into his journey from the early days of his career to his pivotal role in propelling companies like Uber to global fame. Frankel shares valuable lessons on entrepreneurship, the importance of timing, and the challenges of nav…

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Chaos returns to Comrades, CMA veterans want Gayton’s intervention 20:27

6d ago20:27

20:27

The battle for the soul of the Comrades Marathon is not over - despite the crushing victory which runners achieved at the recent Special General Meeting in Pietermaritzburg. Pressure from those resisting demands for a clean administration has resulted in four resignations from the CMA board, including its respected chair and vice chair. Veteran com…

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NewsWrap Ep4 - Khumalo, Johnson, De Beer on MK chaos, Shivambu; SA’s swimming superstar; McPherson; US tipping turmoil. 24:15

6d ago24:15

24:15

In this episode escalating chaos at the MK Party after its founder exposes the fraudulent actions of the Zuma family; questions over the motives behind EFF co-founder Floyd Shivambu’s resignation from the party; teaser from the in-depth interview with swimming superstar Tatjana Smith; and why Americans are tiring of having to pay brazenly demands f…

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DATA ANALYTICS: CREATES JOBS, IMPROVES BUSINESSES, AND GROWS ECONOMIES!! 34:56

4h ago34:56

34:56

Hi everyone. First, a simple request: If you like this episode, or the Looking Forward®: Opportunities for Job, Career, Business, and Investment Seekers podcast, can you please give us a good rating here? I'd really appreciate that! https://www.podchaser.com/LookingForwardOpportunitiesForJobCareerBusinessAndInvestmentSeekers Now, on to our episode!…

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Cracking the Code on Student Debt How Will Sealy and Summer Are Redefining Financial Freedom 40:35

1h ago40:35

40:35

EpisodeTopic In this episode of Pay Pod, host Kevin Rosenqvist sits down with Will Sealy, co-founder and CEO of Summer, to explore the complexities of the student loan crisis in the United States. With a staggering $1.7 trillion in student debt affecting 45 million Americans, Sealy shares insights on how his company is tackling this issue head-on. …

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Meet Tatjana Smith, SA’s home-grown superstar athlete 1:02:20

6d ago1:02:20

1:02:20

SA’s home-grown global swimming champion Tatjana Smith was personally responsible for bringing home almost half the nation’s total medals won at the last two Olympic games, including both the golds. In this riveting interview, the just-retired 27-year-old reflects on a two-decade journey of commitment and focus, reflecting on what it takes to compe…

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Ep1122: Revolutionizing Video Marketing: Asaf Yanai on How Alison AI Transforms Creative Strategies with AI-Powered Insights 20:27

1h ago20:27

20:27

Asaf Yanai takes us through his evolution from a career in traditional marketing to co-founding Allison AI, a company that's transforming how brands approach video content. Drawing on his work with global giants like Unilever and Procter & Gamble, Asaf highlights the challenges of traditional A/B testing and how Allison AI uses advanced data and AI…

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McPherson on Construction Mafia - “siege raising starts with thugs in KZN 20:03

8d ago20:03

20:03

In this interview, Dean Macpherson, chairperson of the Democratic Alliance in KwaZulu-Natal and a minister in South Africa's government of national unity, discussed the significant challenges facing his department, particularly concerning ongoing corruption and organized crime, often referred to as the "construction mafia." This syndicate, which ha…

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RW Johnson: Nats on Apartheid mirrored by ANC on economic policy. Race-based idiocy 19:30

17d ago19:30

19:30

Political scientist RW Johnson exposes obvious parallels between the National Party’s Apartheid project and the ANC’s obsession with racially-based economic policies. Both had disastrous consequences - and required a radical re-think, fuelled by social unrest, before abandonment. The big question is whether Cyril Ramaphosa is able to adopt the radi…

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Changes to double taxation agreement, residency presence test could be on the horizon - William Louw Sable International 16:29

9d ago16:29

16:29

If you live overseas, earn income from South Africa, or reside locally while receiving funds from abroad, navigating taxation can be incredibly complex. William Louw, a tax specialist at Sable International, shared with BizNews that the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is changing its approach—now requiring submissions of returns that were prev…

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111 Gaza hostages await the outcome of ceasefire talks… 23:29

9d ago23:29

23:29

After 10 months of war, ceasefire talks are on a knife edge in the Middle East, particularly with the heightened possibility of a regional war following the assassination of Hamas’ political leader in Iran. In this interview with BizNews, Israeli diplomat and international lawyer Daniel Taub says there are still 111 hostages in captivity in the Gaz…

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De Beer: The “Most Wanted Poster” Politicians in SA 25:58

10d ago25:58

25:58

In his weekly take on political developments, United Independent Movement (UIM) President Neil de Beer slams the “cabal of people now cohorting into a public political party (MK) in Parliament”. He describes Jacob Zuma, Brian Molefe, Andile Mngxitama, Siyabonga Gama, Floyd Shivambu, Dr. John Hlope, Lucky Montana, and Mzwanele Manyi as among “the mo…

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MK founder spills the beans, unmasks Zuma’s real agenda… 26:07

12d ago26:07

26:07

The real founder of the MK Party, Jabulani Khumalo, is laying criminal charges against former President Jacob Zuma. In this interview with BizNews, he describes how a discovery during the past week has left him no choice. “So this will be the second case of fraud against President Jacob Zuma and his family because he is doing this because he thinks…

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From Telecom to Fintech Bentzi Aviv on Personalization and the Future of Banking 35:32

4h ago35:32

35:32

Episode Topic In this episode of Pay Pod, host Kevin Rosenquist welcomes Bentzi Aviv, the Global Head of Fintech Solutions at Amdocs. With over 20 years of experience, Bentzi shares his journey from a software engineer to his current leadership role. The conversation delves into his insights on work-life balance, the evolving role of technology in …

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“Wake up call” for Comrades Marathon members as SGM succeeds, new era dawns 19:20

20d ago19:20

19:20

Last night, the Comrades Marathon Association held an emotion-charged special general meeting in Pietermaritzburg to address widespread concerns among runners. Green number holder Rory Steyn invested R8 000 to attend in person. He reports on what went down at the three-and-a-half-hour SGM with BizNews editor Alec Hogg.…

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Transforming Financial Operations How AI is Changing the Game with Laurent Charpentier 26:42

6d ago26:42

26:42

Episode Topic: In this episode of Pay Pod, host Kevin Rosenquist interviews Laurent Charpentier, the CEO of Yooz, a leading provider of cloud-based accounts payable automation solutions. With a background in electrical engineering and computer science from MIT, and experience as a competitive swimmer, Laurent brings a unique perspective to the inte…

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