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Your number one portal to South Africa’s most must-see emerging bands & creatives. We host super chilled interviews with local musicians in a bid to help you discover the best of them before anyone else. We also occasionally chat to established musos for music industry insights. Join us on this riveting journey highlighting the gritty and alternative musical corners of South Africa
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How did the planet's richest people make their billions? From celebrities and secretive CEOs to sporting legends and tech titans, Simon Jack and Zing Tsjeng find out, and then decide whether they think they’re good, bad, or just another billionaire. Ever wondered how Taylor Swift went from country singer to money-spinner? How Amazon boss Jeff Bezos came to launch one of the biggest corporations of the internet age? And how six-time NBA champion Michael Jordan made his fortune with Nike? Good ...
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Weekly conversations about current affairs that contain upliftment, advise, insights and expert opinions from myself and many different guests on everything happening in South Africa and around the world. Nothing is off limits. Cover art photo provided by Benny Jackson on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@themightymerlin
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How do Live Artists see, think, listen, respond and create? The Institute for Creative Arts (ICA) at the University of Cape Town dives into this question via long-form interviews with South African artists and curators who perform or curate Live Art. Join us on site and in studio as we explore ground-breaking performances, public interventions and participatory installations – and the fascinating minds that bring them into being.
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Robin Jackson is a former Jehovah's Witness who educates and advises on all things cult related. He is also the author of two books on the subject and has appeared on numerous television shows and radio interviews. His expertise and views on cults is highly sort after in South Africa and this show promises a wealth of information and experiences from people who have escaped high control groups such as the Jehovah's Witnesses, Mormons, Scientology etc.
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Travel That Matters (named one of the 10 Best Podcasts of 2022 by Men’s Journal) explores the world’s most extraordinary travel experiences and destinations with award-winning editor, writer, and luxury travel expert Bruce Wallin. Bruce’s remarkable guests share inspiring, life-shaping stories about their adventures and cultural explorations, as well as travel tips and recommendations for the best destinations, hotels, restaurants, activities, and more. Their travel tales and insights cover ...
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Is everybody in? The show is about to begin! Music is an important part of life and everybody remembers their first concert. Every week Brian will be interviewing musicians, music industry professionals and podcasters, exploring their music and concert experiences. Let's get those nostalgia juices flowing.. Now without further adieu Let's get on with the shooooow!!! Www.concertsthatmadeus.com Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/concerts-that-made-us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr ...
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Dopey Podcast is the world’s greatest podcast on drugs, addiction and dumb shit. Chris and I were two IV heroin addicts who loved to talk about all the coke we smoked, snorted and shot, all the pills we ate, smoked, all the weed we smoked and ate, all the booze we consumed and all the consequences we suffered. After making the show for 2 and a half years, Chris tragically relapsed and died from a fentanyl overdose. Dopey continued on, at first to mourn the horrible loss of Chris, but then to ...
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THIS WEEK ON DOPEY! Truanon's Brace Belden is BACK! Brace is never not a pleasure on the show, and this week was no exception. We hear all about his experience at the Trump Rally, his election predictions and of course dive into his myriad of problems. Starting where we always start at: SLEEP. Brace is such a great guest because he is never afraid …
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In her book Enchanted Islands: Travels Through Myth and Magic, Love & Loss, author Laura Coffey charts a real-life journey she took inspired by one of the most epic travel stories ever told: The Odyssey. Women Who Travel host Lale catches up with Coffey to find out how the famous poem informed where she went, the unforgettable meals she ate, and th…
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Send us a text In today's episode Marcel has a chat with arguably one of the most influential people behind the South African music scene. From post-show videos to music videos NotRussellCrow has helped capture an era of the South African music scene. NotRussellCrow: YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@notrussellcrow Insta: https://www.instagram.com/n…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian sits down with John Treanor, the frontman of the psychedelic rock band Tombstones in Their Eyes. John delves into the intricacies of their latest album, "Asylum Harbor," exploring its deeply emotional themes that touch on personal struggles, mental health, and the search for solace. He provides a be…
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I love Jay Blakesberg! I had the pleasure of meeting him 3 years ago at the Park City Song Summit and the joy of becoming friendly with him! He is an inspiration, a rogue and a super talented and cool dude who has taken pictures of people like Neil Young, Jerry Garcia, Keith Richards, Nirvana, Soundgarden, Sinead OConnor, Prince and a million other…
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In this captivating episode of "Concerts That Made Us," host Brian delves deep into the artistic journey of the talented musician Anna Wolf. The conversation kicks off with an exploration of Anna's music career, highlighting her evolution as an artist and the creative forces that have shaped her sound. Anna opens up about her latest single, "Free,"…
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Mukesh Ambani caught the world’s attention when he forked out $600m on his son’s wedding, including a performance by Rihanna – but how did he become Asia’s richest person? Mukesh grew his father’s polyester trading company, Reliance Industries, into a conglomerate. But when he died without a will, Mukesh had to fight his brother for control of the …
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This Week on Dopey! We are joined by South African Drug Addict and hard core Instagram/TikTok phenom - Toni Becker! Toni is not just any influencer - she brings the Dopey! Toni gets super deep and honest with us - all about the beginning of her addiction and how it all happened with her discovery of Chat Roulette - An Online Chat site that had no l…
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Send us a text EP369: South African singer-songwriter Gia Mckay reflects on her time signed under a label, why she guards her heart, what the best social media platform for South African artists is, and more. Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and high-quality items inspired by our podcast! From stylish t-shirts to snug beanies, there’s s…
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This week on the teaser Ray is back - PLUS we are doing a special event in Los Angeles on January 11th sponsored by ORO Recovery! https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast keywords: Dopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, musicians, spirituality, community, events, media, public speaking, listener engagementsummaryIn this episode of the Dopey Podcast, host …
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian delves deep into the musical journey of the band Octavian Winters, featuring an engaging conversation with band members Randy, Stephan, and Jay. They discuss their recent debut EP, "The Line or Curve," which showcases their eclectic sound and innovative approach to music. The band shares their excit…
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Metal man and football fan Patrice Motsepe rose out of post-apartheid South Africa to become the country’s first black billionaire. Under apartheid, Patrice had to get a special permit to study at an ‘whites-only’ university - the same that Nelson Mandela attended in the 1940s - becoming a lawyer before following the gold into the mines. When the r…
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This week on Dopey! Rejoice because top 5 Dopey Guest and Harmonica player Jason Ricci is back on Dopey! This time Jason takes us out of the occult and into his spiritual solution! Jason takes us through his last 5 years and some of the pitfalls in extended recovery! PLUS acoustic blues and serious dopey voicemails and emails! What AI says: keyword…
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Send us a text EP368: Meagan chats to Pieter and Daniel from Cape Town’s relentless Death Metal band - The Fallen Prophets. They discuss a decade of happy accidents, surviving the scene and churning out the tjunes. The brutal besties give us epic insights on their band workflow, EP launch deets and what it took to make their first million. If it do…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian conducts an in-depth interview with Sheron, a seasoned musician, producer, and sound engineer boasting over 30 years of experience in the music industry. The conversation centers around Sheron's recent single "Glow," delving into the intricate details of its creation and the broader journey of his i…
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This week on the Patreon teaser we bring out the big guns! Steve Stevens! The guitar genius that brought you all of the Billy Idol Classics! He talks old New York, coming up in the 70's and 80's, his drug experience and his recovery! So much good shit here! For the full interview: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast What AI SAYS: keywordsDopey, ad…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian delves deep into the world of rock with Tarah Carpenter, the dynamic force behind the band Tarah Who?. The spotlight is on their latest album, "The Last Chase," a project that has been making waves in the music scene. Tarah opens up about her intricate creative process, detailing how she channels ra…
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Jack Ma is the king of ecommerce in China. Nicknamed 'Daddy Ma', the former school teacher even appeared alongside martial arts legend Jet Li in a kung fu movie. But how did a scrawny, belligerent child, who was the only person who failed to get hired at his local KFC, become the chairman and CEO of online mega-platform Alibaba? BBC business editor…
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This week on Dopey! Dave recovers from surgery on drugs! Then is joined by Breath Work and Yoga Coach Dan DeLuis! Dan and Dave do breath work then shares his ultimately incredibly inspiring addiction and recovery story! Dan's sordid Canadian path, his traumatic injury and his road to sobriety through yoga nad breath work! Plus Dave's horrible recov…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian reconnects with Jackson Colt, who shares exciting updates on his musical journey since their last conversation in April 2023. The discussion highlights the upcoming release of his highly anticipated instrumental track "Monsoon," which showcases Jackson's exceptional guitar skills and intricate compo…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian interviews Alexander Hackett, the talented vocalist and guitarist of the dream-gaze band Pang Attack, about his exciting collaboration with The Dandy Warhols' Peter G. Holmstrom for the upcoming Pete International Airport EP "Sea of Eyes." Alex delves into the serendipitous nature of his collaborati…
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Send us a text EP367: In todays episode Marcel is exploring South Africa's music scene with two of the best Local creators around, Itsjouska and Keisha Du Toit. Join in as we chat about local artist, Our experiences within the scene, and ways to help content creators spread the word about your music. Explore our exclusive merch store for unique and…
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Dave does percocet! Post DopeyCon Review! Plus Dopey voicemails, poetry and more! Sign up for the full new episode with Handsome Evan only on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast Here is what AI says: keywordsDopey Podcast, addiction, recovery, surgery, pain management, television shows, listener stories, DopeyCon, community, fentanylsumma…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian sits down with the talented musician and songwriter Jody Mayhew to delve into the intricacies of his latest release, "Nog 'n Kans" (Another Chance). The poignant song, deeply inspired by a tragic event, serves as a heartfelt reminder of the importance of giving life and people another chance. Jody o…
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The story of how Yvon Chouinard, a reluctant billionaire who only wanted to climb and surf, harnessed his passions to create outdoor apparel brand Patagonia - before giving it all away to fight climate change. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng discover how the self-proclaimed "existential dirtbag" went from jumping freight t…
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This week on Dopey! On this very special 500th episode of Dopey we celebrate at DopeyCon 500! A Dopey Fan Convention and our 500th episode LIVE!!!!! It featured Jason Biggs and Hank Azaria playing me and Chris! John Joseph telling his truthful trauma! Kimber King and Brace Beldon! Abbey Fickley, Rachel Elizabeth Nicole, Brittany Jade, Handsome Evan…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian delves deep into the world of South African metal with an exclusive interview featuring Pieter Pieterse, the dynamic lead vocalist of The Fallen Prophets. The conversation kicks off with an in-depth discussion about the band's latest track, "Beneath the Veil of Flesh," a powerful and evocative piece…
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Send us a text EP366: Sean and Zainab are two experienced media professionals who have started Midnight Eneregy to fill a gap in the South African scene. Join in as they chat about what they can do for artists, music videos in the making, as well as the upcoming Wacken 2024 mini documentary. Check them out here: @MidnightEnergyProductions Check us …
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian sits down with Chad Bushnell, a rising star in the country music scene, to delve into the intricacies of his latest track, "Imperfect Prayer," and explore the milestones of his musical journey. Chad opens up about his upbringing in a family deeply rooted in music. Chad shares vivid anecdotes from hi…
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This week on the Patreon teaser! Fentanyl Jay is back to talk about why he is on the path to attempt 'Sober October Forever'! We hear some of his latest bender stories and more! Plus Dopey Con 500 and I'm sick at home! https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast for Patreon! What AI Thinks: keywords Dopey, addiction, recovery, community, sobriety, DopeyCo…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," J'andrömeda, Teröid, and Kristös from DÖ delve into the intricate journey behind their third LP, "Unversum." They reveal the album's five-year creation process, which was significantly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, causing delays and necessitating creative adaptations. A major highlight of the discus…
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Whitney Wolfe Herd, the “queen of the swipes”, launched a female-led dating app after a public scandal around her sexual harassment and discrimination lawsuit against Tinder. BBC business editor Simon Jack and journalist Zing Tsjeng follow her story from a popular student with a flair for marketing, to carving her own path in the male-dominated tec…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian engages with John Douglas, in a deeply insightful conversation about his extensive music career. The discussion primarily focuses on John's transition to a solo artist after an impressive 35-year tenure with the renowned band, the TrashCan Sinatras. John delves into the creative process behind the r…
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This week on Dopey! Lenny V. is Back! After 2 other super Dopey appearances - we get to the conclusion of Lenny's story with the cops. Lenny tells us all about all of the details of his arrest, and what kind of time he is facing. We also go down memory lane on how it all happened and what he is doing now to stay sane. PLUS! Gnarly Voicemails! Email…
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In this "Concerts That Made Us" episode, Charlie, Sean, and Andre, members of the band Keep Guessing, delve into an engaging discussion about their debut album "Digital Dust Side A." Charlie, the lead vocalist and primary songwriter, shares intricate details about the album's creation process, from the initial songwriting sessions to the final mast…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian delves deep into the illustrious career of renowned rock drummer Chris Slade, whose impressive resume includes stints with legendary acts such as AC/DC, Tom Jones, Gary Moore, Manfred Mann’s Earth Band, Asia, David Gilmour, and Uriah Heep, among others. Slade opens up about The Chris Slade Timeline'…
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This week on the new Patreon Teaser - Meme Maker Giovanni of Instagram's Don't Drink and Go To Meetings tells his recovery story! Plus a few emails! Dopeycon updates and much more! Dopeycon is this Saturday 10/5 at 430 pm doors open at 4pm! Get tickets: https://buytickets.at/thedopeyfoundation Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast WHAT AI S…
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Send us a text EP365: Marcel had a chat with Joss and Rick of Cape Town band Face Jackson. Join in as they talk about their latest single, their thoughts on social media, and their plans to build up their music catalogue. Website https://www.sludgeunderground.com Merch https://sludgeunderground.store/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sludgeunder…
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In this episode of "Concerts That Made Us," Brian sits down with modern-day American crooner-philosopher Fred Abong, who recently released his eighth album, "Blindness." Fred delves deep into his creative process, shedding light on his transition from guitar to keyboard-based songwriting, a shift that has significantly influenced the texture and to…
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Industrialist Aliko Dangote is known as a mild-mannered cement tycoon who often drives himself to business meetings. How did he become the world’s richest black person? Dangote rapidly dominated Nigeria’s cement, sugar, flour and fertiliser markets. He says his mission is to make Nigeria’s economy self-reliant, without requiring Western investment …
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This week on Dopey we are joined by Carl Radke of Bravo's Summer House! Carl shares his addiction recovery journey - starting on the mean streets of Pittsburgh, PA growing up a part of a hard working middle class family with his older brother Curtis who also struggled with substance abuse. We learn how alcohol and drugs became deeply engrained in C…
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