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Conscious Caracal

Ernst J. van Zyl
South Africa
Music
Afriforum
Government Of National Unity
Covid-19
Solidarity Movement
Libertarianism
Democratic Alliance
Energy Policy
Responsibility
Freedom
ANC
Free Market Foundation
Apartheid
Intellectual Dark Web
Paradigm Shift
Orania
24/7 News Cycle
Social Media
Religion

Giving my thoughts on politics and culture from southern Africa, as well as interviews with interesting thinkers and doers.

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I am joined by Henk Schalekamp, Managing Director at Kanton, a real estate investment company that "partners culture with capital" and that is creating "living spaces for Afrikaans"." Kanton, as part of the Solidarity Movement, is the main company be... more

Dr. Ernst Roets, the head of Lex Libertas, joins me to discuss the nature of Afrikaner identity in the 21st century, the latest AfroBarometer data that shows that the amount of South Africans who primarily identify according to their ethnic identity ... more

I am joined by Duncan Reyburn, an author, Associate Professor and scholar with work mainly on René Girard, Marshall McLuhan, and GK Chesterton, as well as Kruptos, a Christian commentator and writer. I brought these two thinkers together to discuss t... more

I am joined by American author and political analyst, Scott Greer, to unpack the idea of America as a global empire, how that explains current events and the policies of the Trump Administration, what the future holds, and more.

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Duncan Reyburn
An author, associate professor, and scholar focused on René Girard, Marshall McLuhan, and GK Chesterton.
Episode: Ep. 233 - Individualism versus Collectivism | Duncan Reyburn and Kruptos
Scott Greer
American writer and political analyst
Highly Respected
Episode: Ep. 232 - Making sense of America as a global empire | Scott Greer
Dawie Roodt
Chief Economist at Efficient Group and economic analyst known for his critique of the ANC.
Efficient Group
Episode: Ep. 227 - How the ANC broke South Africa’s economy | Dawie Roodt
Werner Human
Representative for AfriForum and participant in the Solidarity Movement liaison tour
AfriForum
Episode: Ep. 226 - What does the Trump Administration know about South Africa? | Werner Human
Ian Cameron
National Assembly Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police and an anti-crime activist
Democratic Alliance (DA)
Episode: Ep. 225 - Countering crime: What strategies work in South Africa? | Ian Cameron
The Prudentialist
A regular guest on the Conscious Caracal channel and political commentator
The Prudentialist
Episode: Ep. 224 - The assassination of Charlie Kirk: A turning point? | The Prudentialist
Rob Hersov
Businessman and political commentator
Episode: Ep. 223 - "Business and politics don't mix" is a lie | Rob Hersov
Wade Stotts
Host of The Wade Show
Episode: Ep. 222 - "Yes, the US Constitution is dead." | Wade Stotts
Koos Malan
Professor and author, discussing his work on South African constitutionalism and transformationism.
Independent Thinker
Episode: Ep. 221 - Transformationism and the tyranny of the majority | Professor Koos Malan

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Aron Svansel
Host of Conscious Caracal

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Saying what needs to be said…

    Great podcast, very informative

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    Jono McHugh
    United States6 months ago

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Ep. 233 - Individualism versus Collectivism | Duncan Reyburn and Kruptos
Q: If these two are actually two sides of the same coin, how can we see such a vicious and really just absolutely very aggressive debate between these two topics?
They are the same, they are imitating each other, but they are also different... socialism is a response to the breakdown of community.
Ep. 227 - How the ANC broke South Africa’s economy | Dawie Roodt
Q: If BEE worked, unemployment would have decreased since 1994?
BEE has not led to a decrease in unemployment and instead has reinforced economic divide, as the policies intended to empower Black individuals have predominantly benefited a small group of elite individuals.
Ep. 227 - How the ANC broke South Africa’s economy | Dawie Roodt
Q: What does Black Economic Empowerment entail?
Black Economic Empowerment was meant to fast track the creation of Black industrialists and businesses. However, it has morphed into a situation where wealth is concentrated among a select few, rather than benefiting the majority.
Ep. 197 - The Age of the Men of Action | Russell Lamberti
Q: What are some of the challenges that you see out there that still require strivers and people to strive towards an answer?
One challenge is the growing inability of large and complex systems to maintain stability, particularly as the state withdraws from various responsibilities.
Ep. 195 - Apologise for Apartheid? | Martin van Staden
Q: What is your take on the demands for collective apologies for apartheid?
Martin argues that present-day individuals should not be held accountable for the actions of their ancestors, emphasizing that it's immoral to punish individuals for deeds they did not commit. He also critiques the emotional demands for apology, stating that these don't offer a path to redemption and risk fostering an inferiority complex.

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Content focuses on the intersections of politics, culture, and social issues in southern Africa, emphasizing a critical examination of governance and civil rights. Frequent discussions tackle the complexities of constitutional relevance, the legacy of important historical figures, and the challenges faced by various communities, including Afrikaners. Noteworthy for its blend of interviews with engaging thinkers and commentary on pressing contemporary issues, the content is likely to resonate with listeners interested in deepening their understanding of African socio-political dynamics.

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5. Ian Cameron
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