The Lead
Podcast Description
Welcome to "The Lead", a brand new, regular podcast from News24 showcasing the best of our in-depth reporting.
Through candid and honest conversations with our host Graeme Raubenheimer and News24's leading journalists, you'll gain insight into what they saw, heard and uncovered in the pursuit of the big story.
Join us at 19:00 every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday for an informative behind-the-scenes look at the stories that dominated the day's headlines.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores a range of content themes including political corruption, incompetence in governance, and critical social issues, with episodes discussing recent scandals such as dodgy deals at City Power and Prasa, alongside current events like budget speech negotiations. Each discussion centers on the revelations and insights of journalists who cover these important topics.
Seasoned broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer brings you The Lead, News24’s definitive podcast for in-depth reporting. Join us every Monday to Thursday at 19:00 SAST for candid conversations with our top journalists, and discover what they saw, heard, and uncovered in their relentless pursuit of the big story. Episodes drop on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube like clockwork. WhatsApp: 072 562 3179 or mail: [email protected]. This is The Lead, and this is the South African story.
Once upon a time, he was former president Jacob Zuma’s so-called super spy. Heading up a secretive sub-section of the State Security Agency, all in the name of only protecting number one: Umsholozi. But this week, the NPA’s no-holds-barred Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) unit arrested and charged Thulani Dlomo for alleged forgery, looting the agency of millions. And our investigations editor, Pieter du Toit, thinks it’s among our best early Christmas presents this year. Finally, the Mother City suffered a fairly serious earthquake in the early 1800s … with On This Day in SA history, heard at the end of the show. You can send our host, broadcast journalist Graeme Raubenheimer, a voice note with your questions or thoughts on the show: 072 562 3179. To advertise in the show: [email protected]. Full editions drop Monday through Thursday at 19:00 on Spotify, Apple and YouTube. The Lead is currently sponsored by 10X Investments.
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