Palatable Politics

Palatable Politics

@palatablepolitics · 12K subscribers · 536 videos · English

A podcast that takes the complexity out of politics and makes it palatable for you

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48:34

Dr. Corné Mulder on Coalition Government, Decentralisation & the 2026 Elections | Freedom Front Plus

15K views · 12h ago · 48:34

Guest: Freedom Front Plus

In this episode, we sit down with the Leader of the Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus), Dr. Corné Mulder, to unpack the party's principles, local government strategy, and the shifting dynamics of South African politics. Dr. Mulder provides an insider perspective on coalition governance, arguing why smaller, community-rooted municipalities outperform massive centralized metros.

Topics: Analysis of the ConCourt Candidate Ruling · VF Plus Core Values, Minorities & Self-Determination · AfriForum, Solidarity & Civil Rights · Rural Safety, Farm Attacks & Global Diplomacy · US Relations, AGOA Trade & Economic Sovereignty · Decentralising Local Government: Power to the Towns

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56:58

Fixing Joburg's Finances, Parliamentary Sovereignty & Ending Coalition Chaos | Bongani Baloyi

452 views · 2d ago · 56:58

Guest: Bongani Baloyi

We sit down with former Midvaal Executive Mayor and MK Party Mayoral Candidate for the City of Johannesburg, Bongani Baloyi. Bongani unpacks his political evolution from the DA to MK, making the case for communitarian Ubuntu and parliamentary sovereignty over judicial democracy.

Topics: Liberalism vs. Ubuntu & Parliamentary Sovereignty · Lessons from Midvaal & Principles of Municipal Governance · MK Party Stability, Decisiveness & Leadership Structures · Addressing the "Family Party" Perception & Generational Leadership · Assessing Economic Performance: Zuma vs. Ramaphosa · Joburg Blueprint: One City, Two Plans (Stabilize & Grow)

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54:40

Unlocking Business Funding, Black Ownership & Growth with the NEF | Andile Stemela

640 views · 5d ago · 54:40

Guest: Andile Stemela

TJ sits down with Andile Stemela, Divisional Executive for Strategy, Planning, and Significant Investments at the National Empowerment Fund (NEF). Discover how the NEF serves as a catalyst for economic growth by funding black-owned enterprises, fostering sustainable job creation, and bridging the capital gap for emerging South African entrepreneurs.

Topics: Why Economic Transformation Drives National Growth · Track Record: Approved Funding, Investments & Job Creation · The NEF Funding Model & Managing Reflows · Supporting Youth Entrepreneurs: The NYDA Partnership · The R1-Billion UIF Partnership & Mass Job Placement · Catalyzing Tourism: Lowering the Cost of Capital

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46:06

2026 Election Polling: ANC Decline, Metro Fragmentation & The Overhang Seat Formula | Wayne Sussman

37K views · 1w ago · 46:06

Guest: Wayne Sussman

In this episode, we sit down with eNCA elections analyst Wayne Sussman to break down the latest polling data, numbers, and key trends shaping South Africa’s local government elections. Wayne shares fresh polling data across major metros like Johannesburg and Cape Town, revealing a heavily fragmented political landscape. We discuss the role of money and ground-level logistics in campaign success, voter turnout projections, and demographic shifts among age and language groups.

Topics: Polling Methodology & Sampling Across Metros · The Impact of the ConCourt Ruling on ANC Candidates · Cape Town Polling: DA Dominance & Gang Violence Metrics · Johannesburg Polling: ANC Decline & Severe Fragmentation · Mayoral Candidates, Factionalism & Party Unity · Ekurhuleni Outlook: Voter Shifts & Coalition Math

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28:56

Fixing Ekurhuleni: Infrastructure & Growth with Nongelo Chiume

686 views · 2w ago · 28:56

Guests: Fixing Ekurhuleni, Nongelo Chiume, BOSA’s Mayoral Candidate

In this episode, we sit down with BOSA’s Mayoral Candidate for the City of Ekurhuleni, Nqobizitha "Nongelo" Chiume. From his background as an award-winning arts administrator to leading civic policy, Nongelo shares his vision for transforming Ekurhuleni into a globally competitive city. We discuss the state of local governance, the impact of cadre deployment vs.

Topics: Transitioning from Student Activism to BOSA · Assessing the Current State of Ekurhuleni · BOSA's 4 Core Pillars for Municipal Success · BOSA’s Stance on Illegal Immigration & Rule of Law · Professionalizing Administration & Ending Cadre Deployment · Coalition Strategy & BOSA's Funding Framework

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