Best Wits Radio Academy Podcasts (2024)

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CBS NEWS INTERVIEWS: Education Secretary Cardona talks student loan relief after setbacks 5:36

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Education Secretary Cardona talks student loan relief after setbacksBy CBS Radio News

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In conversation with Dr Nandi Malumbazo 20:14

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Mudiwa is joined by Dr Nandi Malumbazo,a senior Lecturer and Researcher on Clean Coal Technology at the School of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering at the University of Witwatersrand. as they discuss the role of coal as a primary source of energy and looking at the importance for women to take space in the energy sector. wits.journalism.co.za…

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OCG Witness On the Bridge ::: "In Conversation with Dr. Ruby N. Sales" 2:00:00

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OUR COMMON GROUND with Janice Graham "In Conversation with Dr. Ruby N. Sales" Founder, The Spirit House Project Listen & Call-In Line: (347) 838-9852 :: What Southern Past tells us about the rise of white Supremacy :: Weapons of Southern Resistance Living :: There is NO Black Generational Divide :: Black Denial, Apathy and Confusion “White supremac…

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OCG :: BHM 2022 Highlight :: “Racial History Erasure: Shorting Black Victories" 1:37:00

2+ y ago1:37:00

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OUR COMMON GROUND with Janice Graham Black History Month 2022 Highlight :: “Racial History Erasure: Shorting Black Victories” Listen ::: LEARN ::: LIBERATE Radio :: The Fear of Black History :: Weapons of Critical Race Theory :: Anti-Black Public Policy In this final episode of the OUR COMMON GROUND 2022 Black History Month celebration, we offer a …

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Black History Month 2022 Highlight :: “Black Women Visioning Black Power" 2:01:00

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OUR COMMON GROUND with Janice Graham Black History Month 2022 Highlight :: “Black Women Visioning Black Power" We look at the precision and power of the leadership, guidance, counsel, and direction contributed by Black power giants: Fannie Lou Hamer ::: Ella Baker ::: Angela Davis ::: Michelle Alexander Listen ::: LEARN ::: LIBERATE Listen Line: (3…

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CBS News Interviews: Tennessees teacher residency program aims to grow next generation of educators 2:53

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Tennessees teacher residency program aims to grow next generation of educatorsBy CBS Radio News

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Black History Month 2022 Highlight :: "IN-FORMATION: Malcolm and Stokley" 2:00:00

2+ y ago2:00:00

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OUR COMMON GROUND with Janice Graham Black History Month 2022 Highlight :: "IN-FORMATION: Malcolm and Stokley" Tonight, we look at the early activist eras of Kwame Toure’ aka StokelyCarmichael and El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz (Malcolm X). We follow them as they begin to make Black history. Listen ::: LEARN ::: LIBERATE Listen Line: (347) 838-9852 Visit…

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BMH 2022 Highlight :: The Fire of Freedom Fighter Bayard Rustin 2:00:00

2+ y ago2:00:00

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OUR COMMON GROUND with Janice Graham Black History Month 2022 Highlight :: The Fire of Freedom Fighter Bayard Rustin Most do not know or understand the powerful role that Bayard Rustin played in the ignition of the Civil Rights Era and his guidance in the movement with key political players. We acknowledge his love and dedication to Black people an…

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CIVICS 201 : Voter Suppression and Disenfranchisement 1:53:00

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"CIVICS 201 : Voter Suppression and Disenfranchisement" Saturday, January 29, 2022 ::: 10 pm ET Listen Line: (347) 838-9852 WE are facing a tidal wave of restrictive voting legislation across the country and the trend will continue into 2022. Tonight we present some of the information you need to translate and interpret these efforts in your state.…

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“Shorting the Odds: States’ Race to Anoracy” 2:06:00

2+ y ago2:06:00

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his Week at OUR COMMON GROUND “Shorting the Odds: States’ Race to Anoracy” Call In ::: Listen Line: (347) 838-9852 ABOUT THIS EPISODE ANOCRACY A political system that is neither fully democratic nor fully autocratic, often being vulnerable to political instability. In this episode of OUR COMMON GROUND, we discuss the rabid weaponization of states' …

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"King Day: To Forget Is to Forfeit" 1:52:00

2+ y ago1:52:00

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"King Day: To Forget Is to Forfeit" Since 1983, communities and organizations have celebrated King Day through various, creative and serious celebrations and forums. A national monument in Washington has been erected in Dr. King's honor. However, there seems to be a diffusion in what we teach, remember and understand about Dr. King's contribution t…

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"The Final Season: Black Aspiration in a Dying Democracy" 1:59:00

2+ y ago1:59:00

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"The Final Season: Black Aspiration in a Dying Democracy" We enter the last Season of OUR COMMON GROUND examining the dire and troubling nature of our country. Each time, we think it cannot get worse, it does. Indeed it does. The system of white supremacy has embedded itself, perhaps permanently, in our system of government and has been normalized …

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OUR COMMON GROUND 2021 Season Review & Close 2:06:00

3y ago2:06:00

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This Week on OUR COMMON GROUND OUR COMMON GROUND 2021 Season Review & Close Looking back at the information, ideas, lessons, and insight during this 2021 Season. As we close, we celebrate our 35 years of broadcasting. Thirty-five years later, I can say that I'm still learning how to amplify Black voices. Still mastering the skill to raise this heav…

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OCG ReDo: Dr. Frances Cress Welsing: The Origins of White Supremacy 2009 2:00:00

3y ago2:00:00

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This Week on OUR COMMON GROUND "In Discussion with Dr. Frances Cress Welsing: The Origins of White Supremacy Culture" REBROADCAST OF May 29, 2009 Episode Streaming: Saturday, November 6, 2021 ::: 10 pm ET Tune In: http://bit.ly/OCGTruthTalk Listen Line: (347) 838-9852 Dr. Frances Luella Welsing was an American psychiatrist and prominent race theori…

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OCG Rebroadcast: In Discussion with Activists, Kevin Gray & Neil Franklin 2011 2:01:00

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REBROADCAST OF January 22, 2011 OUR COMMON GROUND Featuring, ALFO, of The ALFO Show,Co-Hosting Saturday, January 22, 2011 Guest, Kevin Gray and Neill Franklin OUR COMMON GROUND once again welcomes . . . Kevin Gray is a CounterPunch.org political magazine contributor and civil rights organizer who resides in Columbia, South Carolina. He is a contrib…

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OCG OPEN MIC NIGHT ::: "A Broken Democracy" 1:59:00

3y ago1:59:00

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OPEN MIC NIGHT "A Broken Democracy" While the Republicans fight for a new Confederacy, just what price will Black Americans pay because the Democrats are not vested in Democracy? Will cars on the new roads built by the Biden Infrastructure Bill, pass by Black people still protesting voter suppression or another dead Black body at the hands of polic…

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OCG Witness from the Bridge Series ::: Dr. Raymond A. Winbush, Ph.D. ::: 2:00:00

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"In Conversation with Dr. Raymond A. Winbush, Ph.D." Director of the Institute for Urban Research Morgan State University MD Too many Black leaders (elected, appointed or anointed) have opted for access to power, rather than challenging or seeking to hold actual power. Too many have opted merely for a “piece of the pie” rather than building the ins…

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"BURNING IT DOWN: BUILDING ANEW” Kim Brown, Host, Burning It Down 2:03:00

3y ago2:03:00

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This Week on OUR COMMON GROUND "BURNING IT DOWN: BUILDING ANEW” Guest: Kim Brown, Host, BURN IT DOWN LIVE NonBougie Black America "Burn it Down with Kim Brown" calls out systemic issues within our society and envisioning a new world. She talks about how to restructure and create systems that are inclusive of everyone. She keeps it real, and activel…

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"Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We’re Not Hurting” :: OCG REDO 1:58:00

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"Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We’re Not Hurting” Guest: Dr. Terrie M. Williams, Ph.D. American entrepreneur, public relations expert, author, therapist, and philanthropist. CEO, The Terrie Williams Agency Author, “Black Pain: It Just Looks Like We’re Not Hurting” Rebroadcast of 3//19/09 Interview Black Pain identifies emotional pain—which uniquel…

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"Compromise & Capitulation" with Dr. James L. Taylor 2:00:00

3y ago2:00:00

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"Compromise & Capitulation: Starring Harry Potter and the StormTroopers" In Conversation with Dr. James Lance Taylor, Ph. D. Chair of Dept. of Political Science, University of San Franciso He is former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS), The political fires are raging in the U.S. Through a robust campaign of…

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“The Attica Massacre 50 Years Later: America’s Human Rights Crisis Continues” 2:02:00

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“The Attica Massacre 50 Years Later: America’s Human Rights Crisis Continues” Attica has never been over. Slavery has never been over. Is there anything more to learn about the Attica prison uprising? The truth is that it was a massacre of inmates protesting the lack of acknowledgment of their humanity. Demanding to be regarded as humans and the ri…

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“The Glitch in the Matrix” ::: OPEN MIC NIGHT at OCG 2:01:00

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This Week on OUR COMMON GROUND “The Glitch in the Matrix” OPEN MIC Saturday, September 11, 2021 ::: 10 pm ET Tune In: http://bit.ly/OCGTruthTalk Call-In & Listen Line: (347) 838-9852 The Matrix represents a system of control that operates completely in the mind. As a complex, machine-driven program, it appropriates any personal, political, or ideol…

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“As America Fails: Seeking Solidarity” ::: Dr. Djene Rhys Bajalan 2:02:00

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“As America Fails: Finding Solidarity” Guest: Dr. Djene Rhys Bajalan When democracies fail, they fall with the great divide taking a prominent and urgent matter for every citizen. Defining friends and foes? Easy. Comrade, allies, and enemies? Not so. The trauma of Black in America will amplify that dilemma. " We welcome Dr. Djene Bajalan as our gue…

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"Election 2020: Playbook and the Price" ::: Dr. James L. Taylor :: Rebroadcast 1:57:00

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"Election 2020: Playbook and the Price" Guest: Dr. James Lance Taylor, Ph.D. May 2, 2020 - 10 pm EDT Original Broadcast Date: May 2, 2020 Chair, Department of Politics, former President of the National Conference of Black Political Scientists (NCOBPS), an important organization of African American, African, and Afro Caribbean political scientists i…

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In Conversation with Cynthia McKinney :: OCG Rebroadcast 1:55:00

3y ago1:55:00

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::: REBROADCAST OF July 5, 2014 Episode ::: In Conversation with Cynthia McKinney "Confronting the New Amerikkan Empire" OUR COMMON GROUND OPENED the 2ND Session of 2014 on July 5, 2014. We were honored to have as our guest, Cynthia McKinney former U. S. Congresswoman, international human rights activist, and former Presidential candidate, to discu…

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"Demanding Justice and Dignity for OUR Children" with Zakiya Sankara-Jabar 1:58:00

3y ago1:58:00

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REBROADCAST of LIVE Interview-October 25, 2015 "Demanding Justice and Dignity for OUR Children" Our Guest: Zakiya Sankara-Jabar Executive Director, Co-Founder, Co-Chair Dignity in Schools Campaign Racial Justice NOW ! A South Carolina Black female student was brutally attacked, thrown from her seat, and tossed across the room by a school police off…

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This Week in Black America ::: OPEN MIC ::: 2:02:00

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This Week on OUR COMMON GROUND OPEN MIC ::: Who were the losers in OH-11? ::: Remembering Dr. Ronoko Rashidi ::: Who Controls the Black Agency? "Transforming Truth to Power, One Broadcast At a Time" To support OUR COMMON GROUND visit our website. Follow us on FB and Twitter #JaniceOCG Join our Exchange Community…

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A Tribute to Black Truth Warrior, Glen Ford ::: OCG Honors His Work 2:01:00

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A Tribute to Black Truth Warrior, Glen Ford ::: OUR COMMON GROUND Remembers Remembering Glen Ford, CEO/Executive Editor, The Black Agenda Report This Week on OUR COMMON GROUND we remember Glen Ford. Glen made his transition on Thursday, July 28, 2021. Glen Ford was the Founder, Executive Editor of Black Agenda Report, an important publication, blog…

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“Global White Supremacy: Baltimore to Palestine”, Rev. Dr. Ruby N. Sales 2:00:00

3y ago2:00:00

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“Global White Supremacy: Baltimore to Palestine” Rev. Dr. Ruby N. Sales, Founder, Director, The Spirit House Faith Activist Liberationist, Journalist & Author From promulgating the racist birther conspiracy theory to exhorting vigilante Proud Boys to “stand by,” Donald Trump has amplified white nationalist ideas in the United States. But neither Tr…

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"Rest for the Justice Seeking Soul" ::: Liberationist, Rev. Dr. Susan K. Smith 2:02:00

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Rev. Dr. Susan K. Williams Smith Faith Activist Liberationist "Rest for the Justice Seeking Soul" "The fight for justice and equality is an exhausting daily grind—and the work is never over. That’s why it is incumbent upon all who speak and advocate for the less fortunate to practice self-care. You can’t fight when your tank is empty. Her ideas and…

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African Radio Hour VOW 16 July 47:46

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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaBy Radio Days Africa

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The Closing Panel 1:01:45

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Moderator: James Cridland (Podnews, Australia) Contributors: Justin Keats (MediaHeads360 – Sales Director), Muhammad Cajee (Primedia - Chief Digital Officer), Simaloi Dajom (Media Strategist, Talent Trainer. Kenya Top 40 Under 40) Where does radio stand with artificial intelligence, automated voiceovers, programmatic sales and bookings, the booming…

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African Radio Hour VOW 15 July 48:50

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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaBy Radio Days Africa

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So, You Have a Voice for Radio (Master Class) 1:00:40

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Contributor: Chilu Lemba (Voice Over Artist, Zambia) With the growing use and exposure of audio on several platforms including radio, podcasts, audiobooks, television, learning platforms and a host more, the need for professional voices is growing daily. What are the skills required to become a voice artist or actor? In this Master Class, you will …

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Washa Redio (Swahili Exclusive Session) 1:00:22

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Moderator: Jeridah Andayi (Radio Citizen – Station Manager) Contributors: Ali Mwalimu (Radio Rahma – Deputy Chief News Editor), Frank Odomari (Tanzania), Akhol Amazima (Ugandan Broadcast Corporation - Swahili News Editor) It is estimated that there are more than fifty million Swahili speakers in Africa. With radio being a mass-market medium, the ro…

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African Radio Hour VOW 14 July 53:19

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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaBy Radio Days Africa

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The RDA Fringe: Podmeet 59:27

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Moderator: Elna Schütz (Freelance Journalist and Podmeet Founder) Contributor: Simmi Areff (Podcast Host – Lesser Known Somebodies) A fringe session dedicated to networking and connecting amongst the podcasting community. In this session we also speak to podcaster Simmi Areff who produces and presents, Lesser Known Somebodies…

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Beyond Fake News 56:59

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Moderator: Nelly Kalu (Media Trainer & Fact Checker, Nigeria) The Covid 19 pandemic has seen fake news spread faster than the virus in some instances and the rise of disinformation is fuelled in an over enthusiastic on-line world. In this session we look at the trends, practices, and solutions to ensuring credible news reaches audiences in trying t…

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Creating a Brand Story Using Audio – PT 2: Show & Tell 48:24

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Contributor: Lynn Joffe (Creatrix - CEO) Armed with the knowledge to be an audio brand ambassador, this Master Class engages with real-life examples from the first session as participants share examples that they have created based on the learning in the first session.By Radio Days Africa

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African Radio Hour VOW 13 July 50:54

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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaBy Radio Days Africa

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African Radio Hour VOW 12 July 50:01

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Podcasting is fast becoming an important tool in the African media narrative. In this five part series curated by the Voice of Wits for Radio Days Africa we look at several elements in African podcasting. Radio Days AfricaBy Radio Days Africa

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Creating an Audio Brand Story – PT 1: Story Telling Master Class 57:04

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Contributor: Lynn Joffe (Creatrix - CEO) Brands connect with consumers by tapping into commonalities, situations, values, and emotions. The ability to do this with stories written for the ear creates a connection with an audience that is unrivalled. In this Master Class, you will learn to get to the heart of your brand story and build the first ste…

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The CEO’s Session 59:18

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Moderator: Claire Mawisa (Journalist) Contributors: Kelly Ramputswa (Yarona FM, Botswana – CEO), Nick Grubb (Kagiso Media Chief Executive: Radio), Geraint Crwys-Williams (Primedia Broadcasting – Chairman and Group Chief Business Officer) Engage with this panel of CEOs from radio groups across the continent and gain insight into their successes in t…

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Radio in a Crisis Situation 57:17

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Moderator: Nelly Kalu (Media Trainer & Fact Checker, Nigeria) Contributors: David Smith (Radio Andarasone Internationale), Bob Rugurika, (Radio Publique Africaine, Burundi), Fathi Osman (Radio Erena, Eritrea) Radio is a powerful tool as it is a trusted media source with audiences. It responds almost immediately in times of crisis and is often on th…

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60 Ideas In 60 Minutes 1:04:08

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Moderator: Claire Mawisa (Journalist) Contributors: Zane Derbyshire (East Coast Radio – Programme Manager), Gary Stroebel (Future Media Namibia - CEO), Paulo Dias (Ultimate Media – Head of Creative), Ravi Naidoo (Primedia – Chief Creative Officer) Often the barrier to entry is having a unique idea. In this session, we want to expand your pool of th…

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Music Scheduling in The Streaming Era 59:27

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Moderator: Neil Johnson (Media Trainer and Consultant) Contributors: Kenzy Mohapi (Jacaranda FM – Music Compiler), Sot Moldovanos (Deezer), Zanda Mthembu (Ukhozi FM – Music Compiler), Manqoba Khubeka (SAMRO – General Manager Licensing) Radio and music have always been synonymous with each other. It was a great love affair and a budding romance, but…

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In Conversation w/ Pascal Robert, This Is Revolution Co-Host & OCG INTERLOCUTOR 2:01:00

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In Conversation with Pascal Robert, The Thought Merchant Co-Host, THIS IS REVOLUTION Podcast & OUR COMMON GROUND IN-TER-LOCU-TOR Pascal is an essayist and Political Commentator on Black Politics, US Economic and Financial politics and Haiti. He is a graduate of Hofstra University and Boston University Law School. Somehow 20 percent of African Ameri…

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What the Mac! 1:02:02

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Moderator: Neil Johnson (Media Trainer and Consultant) Contributors: MacGyver Mukwevho and Sol Phenduka (Podcast and Chill) Listeners, users, and consumers are valuable currency in the on-line audio world. How does one go about creating a podcast that attracts audiences and keeps them engaged? Launched in 2018, Podcast and Chill, has more than 200 …

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The Friday Fire Side (With A Twist) 1:33:12

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Moderator: David O’Sullivan (Presenter and Journalist) + John Pearlman (Presenter and Journalist) Contributor: Sakina Kamwendo (SABC News, Radio and TV – Broadcaster) + David O’Sullivan (Presenter and Journalist) What builds a successful career and how does one do it? Every broadcaster has had moments that have created radio magic, moved the audien…

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Update Africa 57:52

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Moderator: Jonathan Lyamgohn (Sound City TV & Radio, Nigeria) Contributors: Eshetu Belay Welle (Ahadu Radio, Ethiopia – CEO), Jacob Ntshangase (Wits Radio Academy – Head), Meck Phiri (BBC Media Action Zambia - Coordinating Mentor: Capacity Development) Radio remains a key communication platform across the African continent and Wits Journalism is la…

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