Renegade Report

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — Will South Africa survive as a liberal democracy? A speech by Frans Cronje.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — CEO of IRR SA, Frans Cronje joins the Renegade Report this week. Frans delivers an ultimatum on expropriation without compensation, the risks to South Africa, and why some intellectuals are praising it. Roman questions the lack of skin in the game of journalists and Jonathan clarifies Gwen Ngwenya’s positions.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — The hosts get into a variety of topics on this instalment of the podcast. Roman speaks about the useful idiots in South African media helping to drive the EWC agenda forward, while Jonathan dispels the myth that Cyril Ramaphosa has a greater master plan which will save us all. The DA gets a tongue lashing for being unable to stick by their own words, Boris Johnson’s burka comments are explored, and there’s an interesting discussion to be had around Alex Jones, freedom of speech, and tech monopolies.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — Economist Mike Schussler joins the hosts of the Renegade Report this week. Mike explains why the IMF won’t bail us out, how wealth creation could occur through a different approach to BEE, and what exactly expropriation of land will do to the economy. Roman questions the folly of the ANC, and Jonathan takes a swipe at Trump over tariffs.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — The one and only Shelley Garland, aka Marius Roodt, is this episode’s guest. Marius discusses why and how he hoodwinked the Huffington Post into publishing a piece of ridiculous satire, and what happened in the viral aftermath. Roman reflects on the state of mainstream media, and Jonathan wonders how much more radical the Left will become before isolating almost everyone.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — On this episode the Renegades are joined by Democratic Alliance MP Ghaleb Cachalia. Ghaleb tells of his youth and the years he spent both in and out of the country during Apartheid. Roman explores this background in the context of his party allegiance and liberalism, and Jonathan wants to know more about his views on how to fix the country. Ghaleb gives a convincing approach to turning things around and discusses his future political goals.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — UCT alumnus, Harvard graduate and Breitbart editor Joel Pollak is the guest on this week’s episode. Joel explains his evolution from liberal to conservative politics, influenced in many ways by his experiences in South Africa. Roman explores the story behind Trump’s election victory and Jonathan engages with the nature of the current political environment in the United States.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — The Renegades host popular YouTuber and politician, Renaldo Gouws. The conversation meanders its way through the topics of farm murders, ‘white privilege’ and government inefficiency. Roman wants to explore actual solutions for claimed inequities, and Jonathan pushes back against some of Renaldo’s strongly held beliefs.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — On this episode of the Renegade Report, Jonathan and Roman get into a wide-ranging discussion about healthcare, exaggerated messaging, and the risks of empathy. Roman takes apart a novel motivation for expropriation without compensation, and Jonathan explains what he’s most looking forward to in 2019.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — This week’s podcast is a recording of a live YouTube debate held between Jonathan & Roman and Renaldo Gouws. The discussion focuses on free speech, white privilege, the free market, and black economic empowerment.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — Libertarian, author and columnist Ivo Vegter joins us for a discussion on tackling the myth of labour as a Giffen good, the reason governments battle to embrace liberty, and why recycling isn’t quite the noble task it’s claimed to be. Jonathan explores Ivo’s views on Trump, and Roman suggests that South Africa might be ripe for a new political party.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — Former radio personality turned businessman Jeremy Mansfield joins the Renegade Report this week. Jeremy talks about his political aspirations, the racism he perceives on local talk radio stations, and maintaining his strong opinions in the face of outrage mobs. Roman tackles some of Jeremy’s beliefs around helping the poor, and Jonathan wades into the guest’s controversial stance on hunting.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — The Renegade Report welcomes back gun rights advocate Gideon Joubert. Gideon discusses the latest moves by Parliament on gun ownership legislation, the seeming inability of police to keep their guns out of criminal hands, and the activity of groups - both for and against an armed citizenry. Jonathan tackles some of the commonly peddled myths about guns, and Roman delves into the laborious process of securing a firearm license.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — Former DA MP and communications expert, Nic Clelland, joins us this week to discuss the key lessons in his new book, Spin. Nic explains the ins and outs of political messaging and gives insight into some of the most successful campaigns of the past 20 years. Roman queries why the DA have become so unclear in their messaging, while Jonathan explores the effect of social media on the behaviour of politicians and journalists alike.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — This episode sees the return of filmmaker Miguel Balona. Miguel weighs in on the demise of DStv, and gives his take on the latest blockbusters from Marvel. Jonathan tackles some of the issues in the Star Wars series, and Roman discusses some of the best series he’s watching.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — On this episode of the show Roman and Jonathan discuss Afriforum’s US tour and the reaction thereto, debate whether the Overton window on social media is shifting, and provide an alternative analysis of the DA with all of its current challenges.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — Former Fees Must Fall activist and Stellenbosch University student, Leago Mnguni joins the show this week. Leago tells of his journey from Pan-Africanism and Black Consciousness to Libertarianism. Roman queries the tensions between Biko's writings and the ANC's ideology, while Jonathan explores the current situation on our university campuses. Leago speaks about how identity politics destroyed the FMF movement, what it's like being part of a minority of outspoken black conservatives in the country, and why he doesn't buy into leftist ideas such as minimum wage and land expropriation.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — Researcher, political scientist and now author of 'Coalition Country', Dr Leon Schreiber is the guest on this episode. Leon delves into the single party rule under which South Africa has toiled for 70 years, and how the future ultimately lies in coalition politics. Jonathan queries the lack of effective leadership in our local politics, and Roman tackles the ruling party's hegemony over the entire discourse. The discussion tackles what it will take for the ANC to surrender power and truly take up the mantle of opposition, why the EFF chooses not to engage in formal coalitions, and how the DA's experience with coalitions may set them up favourably for future elections.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — This episode welcomes rising South African YouTuber, Conscious Caracal. Caracal talks about the online skeptic community, the increasing popularity of alternative media sources, and the importance of self-reliance in minority groupings.

Renegade Media — CliffCentral.com — On this episode Roman and Jonathan answer Patreon and listener questions about a wide range of topics, including monopolies, political ideologies and science denialism.