Best Vodka Friday Podcasts (2023)

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Ladies Who Lead 51:57

8d ago51:57

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Welcome back to Vodka Friday, where we're muddling finance with a Shannon shindig! Feast your ears on Shannon Andrews and Shannon McMannis, also known as Shannon one and Shannon two. This week, Shannon two is serving up wisdom cocktails, freshly brewed from her inspirational soirée with Hayley Wickenheiser at "Ladies Who Lead." So, fasten your seat…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 108 - Cubans start heading towards Calueque Dam and another South African POW 20:05

4d ago20:05

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This is episode 108, it’s the 23rd June 1988 and the south Africans, Cubans, Angolans, Americans and Russians had gathered in Cairo for negotiations over the future of Namibia and the Cubans were seething. American Secretary of State for African Affairs Chester Crocker opened up the meeting by presenting the Cubans and Angolans with Pretoria’s comp…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 107 – Reagan, Gorbachev, Ulysses the Bull, Fidel Castro: Diplomacy Breaks Out 21:19

12d ago21:19

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Operation Hooper had ended in failure for the SADF and back in Pretoria, it was time to reassess the political and military situation. What had been achieved after 23 years of war - fighting ostensibly to stop SWAPO from seizing control of Namibia but really a war to buffer the apartheid state from the sweeping post-colonial independence movements.…

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Nothing But Flavour 48:43

15d ago48:43

48:43

Get ready to clink those glasses and jump headfirst into another week of Vodka Friday! We're thrilled to have Shannon back as we dive into the chaotic realm of parenting and catch up on our kids' scholarly shenanigans. But wait, there's more! Prepare yourself for the "egg list," the one list you absolutely don't want to find yourself on. And hold o…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 106 – Operation Packer/Tumpo 3 and Castro’s obsession 20:48

18d ago20:48

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More than two decades of conflict in Ovamboland and southern Angola had worn down South African military domination - tactical superiority was no longer certain. The initial approach which had been innovative and inspirational, fast, seat of the pants and smart, had slumped into attritional raging bull blow for blow brutality. It was March 1988, ti…

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Much To Do About Nothing 47:05

22d ago47:05

47:05

Get ready to kickstart your epic long weekend with the group of Vodka Friday and special guest Shannon! Join them as they dish out the eternal struggle of shedding pounds while celebrating one of their own aging like fine wine (or, more accurately, like vodka). With Jeff’s new lady friend in the mix and all the latest updates with the LCBO and Duty…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 105 – Citizen Force ou-manne train for the third Battle of Tumpo while Russians drink rice-vodka to forget 21:22

25d ago21:22

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The Third Battle of the Tumpo Triangle was about to begin - the date - 23rd March 1988. The weary 61 Mechanised battalion had withdrawn, the men exhausted after 4 months of shifting about and fighting FAPLA, while their equipment was in worse shape. By 13th March the tattered 20 Brigade of which 61 Mech was part had arrived back at Rundu across the…

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Stop The Intruder 49:15

29d ago49:15

49:15

Join the Vodka Friday crew for an eye-opening episode as they welcome author John Ball back to the show. Get an inside look into the creative process behind his new book, "The Intruder," and how it connects to his first book. Plus, discover the impressive award the Vodka Friday girls earned silver in. This insightful and thought-provoking episode p…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 104 – The SAAF raids Lubango and a tired 61 Mech launches the Battle of Tumpo II 21:22

1M ago21:22

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Last episode we heard about the failed first battle of the Tumpo Triangle, officially known as Tumpo one which took place on February 25th 1988. You know that things aren’t going well when battles are numbered, and there would be three attempts at overrunning FAPLA in its defensive positions east of the Cuito River, outside Cuito Cuanavale. Still, …

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Vodka Friday

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”Just Look” With John Ball 50:52

1M ago50:52

50:52

Join the gang as they welcome their long-time friend, and author John Ball, to the podcast. In his latest book, "Just Look," he details the types of fraud he faced in his own company and how it impacted his family life, and the steps he took to deal with it. Grab a drink, sit back, and get ready for the unbelievable true story of John Ball and Ball…

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Episode 103 – The First Battle of Tumpo Triangle where 61 Mech faced a fierce FAPLA bombardment 24:14

1M ago24:14

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It was D-Day for the next attack across the open ground east of the Tumpo Triangle, just outside Cuito Cuanavale in southern Angola. The town was now regarded as a moral prerequisite rather than strategic necessity, Luanda’s position here was no surrender, while in Pretoria, the political leadership knew that they could not take the town. This woul…

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Raising girls and random sh@$! 41:06

1M ago41:06

41:06

Get ready as this week's episode is filled with laughs as Jeff, Dave, and Shannon welcome Paul and his girlfriend Sharon, to spill the beans on how they swiped right and fell in love on Tinder. Magda is also back on the podcast to discuss dating apps and hookups. The crew also discuss their daughters' dating lives, heartbreaks, and the hilarious ni…

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Vodka Friday

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Shut Up Reta, We’ve Got Strodes!!! 47:42

2M ago47:42

47:42

With Reta and Donna out of town in Florida, now is the perfect time to dish out some juicy gossip about them. Join hosts Dave and Jeff as they welcome Shannon and Craig to the show. Craig shares his journey working for Strodes, and Shannon entertains us with stories of how she first became friends with Reta. But that's not all - there's a surprise …

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 102 – 32 Battalion strikes Menongue Airfield and a Mirage is shot down 22:29

2M ago22:29

22:29

The South Africans were attacking FAPLA’s 59 Brigade, but had run into an ambush - Cubans operating Soviet tanks had laid up waiting for 4SAI to cut across their hull down positions. These were the T55s of the 3rd Battalion — the commanders and the gunners were Cuban, while the drivers were Angolan. As the SADF had found out earlier on the 14th Feb…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 101 – The Valentines Day assault on 59 Brigade and a Cuban tank ambush 22:37

2M ago22:37

22:37

It’s the second week of January 1988 and FAPLAs 21st, 59th and 25th Brigades had taken up the front line in what was to be a three layered defenses ahead of the Tumpo Triangle, where two roads joined just north of the Tumpo River. That was aeast of Cuito Cuanavale. Behind these three Brigades, 16th and 66th hunkered down in expectation of an SADF f…

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Vodka Friday

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Whiskey, Bourbon and Vodka, Oh My!! 48:31

2M ago48:31

48:31

Get ready to raise a glass because Satch and Mike are back with the gang on this podcast. We're diving into the works of spirits, chatting about everything from smooth Rye, bold Bourbon, and refined Scotch. Plus, we've got some exciting updates for Vodkay Friday you won't want to miss. So grab your drinks, kick back, and join us for another fun rou…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 100 – FAPLA pushed from their positions along the Chambinga High Ground on Friday 13th 22:27

2M ago22:27

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D-Day for the renewed attack on FAPLA’s 21 Brigade was reset from January 5th to January 13th 1988 - a Friday, for those who suffered from triskaidekaphobia - a fear of Friday the 13th, it merely served to increase their worries. 4 SAI was now being led by Commandant Jan Malan who replaced Leon Marais, 61 Mech was under temporary command of Koos Li…

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Tattoo Talk with Satch Bailey 57:05

2M ago57:05

57:05

Welcome to another episode of Vodka Friday! This week we have a special guest, Satch Bailey, a well-known tattoo artist fromThe Ink Room in Brantford. Join us as we chat with Satch about everything tattoo-related, from his experiences with face tattoos to talking clients out of getting certain designs. Don't miss this insightful and entertaining co…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 99 – The SAAF tests a top secret weapon while new recruits come to terms with giant moths and skulking MiGs 22:56

2M ago22:56

22:56

We’re approaching the date of Operation Hooper, but first a bit of bad news for the SADF regarding disease. The heavy rains through November and December of 1987 had created a perfect breeding ground for the flies and mosquitoes that carried hepatitis and malaria. This was impacting the morale let alone the operational capacity of the army. The rep…

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On the Road with Vodka Friday 48:31

2M ago48:31

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This week the whole gang is back with special guests Mike and Magda. Donna and Reta share their experiences navigating through the LCBO to promote the Vodka Friday brand to the masses. They discuss the challenges and successes they encountered along the way and share some unique insights and perspectives on the alcohol industry. So grab a cold one …

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 98 – Hougaard goes marauding and a Russian commander dies as an ammunition bunker explodes 20:56

3M ago20:56

20:56

When we left off last episode it was the end of Operation Moduler, and Cuban Leader Fidel Castro had begun to consider a negotiated solution to the Namibian and Angolan war. There was a side-show planned before the next major op in Angola. The SADF top brass had finally decided to try and cut off the logistics route west of Cuito Cuanavale through …

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Meet Matt Wilson 1:02:45

3M ago1:02:45

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It's another Vodka Friday, and the gang is back with a special guest, Mathew Wilson - a man of many talents and even more careers! From commercials to movies, he's done it all - but the real question is, has he ever been recognized on the streets? And more importantly, does he have any stalkers? Tune in to find out this and more ... including Dave …

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 97 – Castro starts to talk peace but along the Cuito River all hell rains down 23:14

3M ago23:14

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We’re wrapping up Operation Moduler this episode and throwing forward to the next assault on Cuito Cuanavale which was to fixate the South African political leadership at a time when the Cold War was melting away. This was to have a direct effect on the satellite wars such as those in Angola. Assessing this stage of the conflict it all appeared to …

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Councillor Connections with Ste Howes 54:26

3M ago54:26

54:26

Get ready to join the Vodka Friday gang for a wild night of laughs. This week they sit down with long-time friend and County of Brant Ward 2 Councillor Steve Howes and reminisce about their fun nights partying in Paris. So sit back, grab yourself a drink and get ready for some good old stories.By Vodka Friday

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 96 – The Chambinga Gallop and the end of Operation Moduler 24:39

3M ago24:39

24:39

FAPLAs 21 and 25 Brigades were manoeuvring around the western edge of the 1370 meter high Viposto high ground which lay south of the Hube and Chambinga Rivers before dawn on the 16th November 1987- and those rivers flowed in an almost direct east to west direction. That meant the Angolan Brigades were now squeezed between the high ground and the ri…

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Fun Facts 55:35

3M ago55:35

55:35

Get ready for another exciting episode of Vodka Friday as Dave, Jeff, Reta and Donna share fun facts, trivia and tidbits that may just blow your mind ... or at the very least keep you entertained and informed. You will also get the scoop on some upcoming Vodka Friday events that everyone should mark on their calendars. So sit back, pour yourself a …

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 95 – 21/25 Brigade makes a dash for the Chambinga Bridge amidst heroics by 32's Van Zyl 24:19

3M ago24:19

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We’re into the final phase of Operation Moduler in November 1987, and the SADF was lining up FAPLAs 16 Brigade after giving them a bloody nose on the 9th. Combat Group Bravo was going to draw FAPLAs attention between the Mianei and Vimpula Rivers, south east of Cuito Cuanavale, but that was a diversion. 59 Brigade was based here, and moving slowly …

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Getting to Know Reta. 45:04

3M ago45:04

45:04

Give me an R, give me an E, give me a T and an A...what's that spell RETA! Whether cheering us on from the sidelines or being a solid foundation during tough times, Reta always comes through with flying colours. This week we get to know all about Reta. Who she is, where she's been and where she is going. We also hear about a few delicious drinks (P…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 94 – South African and Russian tanks go toe-to-toe at the Chambinga river in southern Angola 21:14

3M ago21:14

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It’s early morning November 9th 1987 and the SADF was advancing towards FAPLAs 16th Brigade based at the source of the Chambinga River. The Angolan brigade had received orders to shift eastwards, and the units were about to move when the SADF launched their attack. The first sign of the impending assault was an artillery bombardment and SAAF bombin…

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Getting to Know Mike 53:03

4M ago53:03

53:03

Join Dave, Jeff, and Reta for another fun episode of Vodka Friday as they sit down with their favourite hairstylist, Mike, to talk about the latest hair trends and how he's adapting to post-pandemic clientele. From navigating tricky client conversations to working with his daughter, Mike spills all the tea on what it's like to be a hair professiona…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 93 – Russians claim chemical weapon attack as the SADF pounds FAPLA 20:50

4M ago20:50

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Colonel Deon Ferreira was putting the final touches together for the next phase of Operation Moduler, in late October 1987. The South Africans had reorganised themselves into three combat groups for the upcoming push against FAPLA north of the Lomba River. Combat Group Alpha was initially led by Kobus Smit of 61 Mech, but he was about to be rotated…

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Just Shootin’ the Shit 46:23

4M ago46:23

46:23

Everything is on the table this week. Conversations flowing; jokes flying and the Vodka Friday crew were having a blast just shootin' the shit. So pour yourself a drink, sit back, and enjoy some time with Dave, Reta, Jeff and Gloria. You will also hear updates on LCBO and Duty-Free (woot!!). Plus, an event in the summer you don't want to miss. #Hap…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 92 – An indebted Pretoria fixates on Cuito Cuanavale 21:34

4M ago21:34

21:34

At the beginning of October 1987 One Recce moved into the southern Angolan region replacing Five Recce and by the time the SADF top brass had decided the final course of action, a group of 30 Recces flew by C-130 from Durban Air Force base to Rundu It was at Rundu where a critically important meeting had taken place on the 15th October when Army Ch…

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Best Decade Ever! 58:55

4M ago58:55

58:55

Buckle up and get ready for a trip down memory lane that's bound to leave you feeling like a teenager again! This week Jeff, Dave, Reta, Donna, Sloane, and Jace are diving deep into the wild world of the 80's. So, grab your neon leg warmers, a can of Tab, and some vodka, because it's Vodka Friday and these kids are ready to party like it's 1989! #H…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 91 – Russians on the Lomba and the Olifant Battle Tank 25:51

4M ago25:51

25:51

FAPLA had taken a battering at the Battle of the Lomba River on 3rd October 1987 - the SADF had crushed 47 Brigade, and they had also dealt t21 Brigade a serious blow earlier as you’ve heard. Operation Modular had led to a mauling - and the Angolans began withdrawing northwards. The South Africans had been victorious despite being hopelessly outnum…

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Kids Being Kids 55:20

4M ago55:20

55:20

Sloane and Jace join the gang on this hilarious podcast about the past and being young. Remember the good old days when you could eat an entire pizza and still fit into your skinny jeans? And who could forget those heart-fluttering, butterfly-filled moments of young love? Well, buckle up, because we're taking a nostalgic journey down memory lane. A…

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Episode 90 – FAPLAs 47th Brigade shattered as Operation Moduler continues 22:20

4M ago22:20

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One of the most crucial periods of the Border War was under way - although military strategists didn’t realise this until a little later. It was imperative for FAPLA to take Mavinga, this would have pushed the South Africans much further south - and factored into Luanda’s plan along with the Cubans to begin building longer runways for bombers and f…

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What’s Your Favourite Cereal ... and More Re-dux 1:02:21

4M ago1:02:21

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If you missed this summer's podcast, it's back again. Tune in to listen to Reta, Donna, Jeff, Dave, and special guest Magda talk about all things random over the course of 56 minutes. You won't want to miss it again! #HappyVodkaFridayBy Vodka Friday

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 89 – Mirages, MiGs, missiles & the Lomba River tango to the death 23:29

5M ago23:29

23:29

We heard last episode how Operation Modular had begun, and how FAPLAs 21st Brigade had been stopped from crossing the Lomba River by Major Hannes Nortmann and his squadron of Ratels using the experimental ZRT3 rockets in early September 1987. This was happening along a river where the approaches were a mix of tropical grasslands and riverine bush t…

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Best Advice You Never Asked For 46:59

5M ago46:59

46:59

This week on Vodka Friday, Dave comes up with the brilliant idea for the gang to give their best advice on all life's important matters. Join Donna, Reta, Jeff, Dave and special guest Paul as they dish out the best advice you never asked for! Tackling topics such as how to incorporate exercising without giving up your daily vodka tonic to getting r…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 88 – Operation Moduler begins with T54/55s taking on Ratels at the Lomba 23:18

5M ago23:18

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The first phase of Operation Modular has begun. 32 Battalion, the Recces and UNITA are facing 8 FAPLA Brigades in southern Angola, four of these have advanced towards Mavinga. As you hear last episode, FAPLas 21 and 47 Brigade of about 3000 men were on their way to the Lomba River, north west of Mavinga. Chief of the Army Lieutenant General Kat Lie…

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The Meaning of F%&K 48:32

5M ago48:32

48:32

Sit tight and grab yourself a big f’n glass of vodka as the group talks all things f-u-c-k and nothing is left off the table. From all the different meanings behind the word, to who invented the f-bomb. Who knows, you might find this podcast “educational”… #HappyF'nVodkaFridayBy Vodka Friday

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 87 –Crocodiles attack Recces and the Lomba River heavy metal clash looms 24:38

5M ago24:38

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The SADF was now facing a crisis as the MPLA government in Angola was growing increasingly determined to crush UNITA in the south east. The Apartheid government was also facing an internal uprising and new organisations had been developed to deal with these. In this episode we hear about Colonel Piet Muller who commanded Sector 20 in SWA. He had co…

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Starting the New Year Strong 2023 50:52

5M ago50:52

50:52

Looking back at Vodka Friday's 2022 year in review, the gang has come a long way. What started with Donna and Reta quitting their jobs has grown into Vodka Friday being sold in over 100 LCBOs and 75 bars and restaurants; their year has been nothing short of exciting. Jeff has made significant headway this year by learning the concept of a companion…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 86 – The SAAF harried in Angola and Soviets import arms from Afghanistan 20:30

5M ago20:30

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We are traveling with 5 Recce and they are planning to attack the SWAPO base that was discovered by some systematic sleuthing by Koos Stadler and Jose da Costa as you heard last episode. The base was north of Tethamutete, east of the Cubango River - and from Menongue, heavily armed, a few hundred SWAPO cadres, perhaps as many as 350 were training a…

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Vodka Friday New Years Episode 2022 40:51

5M ago40:51

40:51

Jeff is loose again in the studio, and this time he takes us back to where it all started ~ Episode #1 at Manns Distillery. From the first podcast till now, Vodka Friday can be found in 50 area restaurants and 100 LCBO locations. It all started with The Dream! Happy New Year from our Vodka Friday family to yours. Here's to a fantastic 2023.…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 85 – Small teams missions behind enemy lines and the courage of 7 Med 23:18

6M ago23:18

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We’ve heard about the 1 Recce and 4 Recce and the covert war throughout this series, and at times, I’ve included the voices or the individual stories where possible. Unfortunately there is just not enough space and time to include everyone’s personal views or their memories. However, in this episode, I’m going to concentrate on two specific Special…

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Christmas with Jeff and Friends 2022 39:47

6M ago39:47

39:47

Jeff goes through the vault to pick out some of his favourite moments from the last year. Hear from Craig Peeling, Elaina, Kim and more as they joined the podcast to talk about all things Burford, things to do at 50 and Drunk, Stoned, or Stupid. Enjoy the show folks. Merry Christmas to all and to all a #HappyVodkaFriday…

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South African Border Wars

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Episode 84 - FAPLA renew their offensive against UNITA at Mavinga 19:55

6M ago19:55

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It’s early 1986 and the SADF had learned a great deal through 1985, particularly what FAPLA were up to. In the time of the Joint Commission you heard about, both sides were actively collecting intelligence about each other - their operating procedure, their weaknesses and their strengths. After years of strategy and diplomacy, the protagenists in t…

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Sex Party Re-dux 45:17

6M ago45:17

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Lots of stuff happening in the Vodka Friday Universe. We hope you enjoy this replay of one of our favourite episodes. There are plenty of laughs when Reta tricks the boys into coming over early to record a podcast only to find out they are joining a LOVEWINX party. Jeff gets a bit too excited about his Power Glide purchase while Dave becomes natura…

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