The Dojo SA Podcast

On this final episode of #TheDojo, we kick of the pod reflecting on the season and the podcast, we reminisce on the highlights and muse over what the pod means to us. Joined by Pam we get straight into the shits, delving into the controversy over Amapiano Dj Busta 929 having been caught hanging with underage girls at his apartment. We debate the dynamics of women being prone to dating men, its shaping of society and its effects on the fight against grooming. We move on to take a audience question on "Internalized homophobia" and we list the things we believe encapsulate that. We speak on self preservation vs being seen to champion societal causes. We end the pod closing off the season and thank the people for their continued support as we head into the mid-season break. SEE YOU IN SEASON 10!!!

On this penultimate episode of #TheDojo we kick off the Pod talking through a sms conversation between a guy and girl that went viral and speculate on the dynamics that may have been at play. We ponder on the question of whose responsibility it is to disclose one's HIV status when engaging in casual sex. We discuss the ever developing story of the Tembisa 10. We then segue into a conversation on leading a double life. We look at YWBN Bank and mull over how the MD of the would be bank, Nthabeleng Likotsi, has been handling the messaging around the bank and what the bank is trying to achieve. We lament on the latest bouts of loadshedding and deliberate on how SA and its people would have turned out had we been a military led state. We close of the Pod showing Mbali some love on her birthday week.

On this episode we kick off the pod discussing lobola and the experiences Mo and Thabang had during these negotiations and we look at how the tradition has evolved over time. We move on to discuss the hate and the "Pull em down syndrome" that manifests socially as a result of the accessibility we now have to see how people live and to be privy to each others preferences, the conversation then delves into the emotion of jealousy, and we ponder on how people view and interact with that emotion. The latter part of the Pod the conversation moves to the level of understanding vs level of compromising required to make a relationship work. We round out the Pod discussing the dynamics that may have played out on the viral video of a traffic cop slapping a motorist.

On this episode of #TheDojo we kick off the Pod pondering how covid-19 has affected the sex industry. We get straight into the shits looking at all the various implications emanating from DJ Dimplez opening a rape case against a woman who is allegedly pregnant with his child. We then move on to discuss domestic workers and the boundaries that are acceptable around their work in relation to the proximity of their work to our personal spaces and lives. We discuss the notions surrounding the word "Chipi" and the dynamics of colourism involved to how it has affected preferences and the expressions thereof. We close out the Pod lamenting at the corruption our country faces in light of the allegations health minister faces due to contracts awarded to digital vibes.

On this episode of #TheDojo we begin the Pod dissecting the heat Podcast Platforms have been getting in the advent of a Podcaster being sued for defamation by Bonang Matheba. We segue into our thoughts around whether it is a good idea or ill advised for Aka to have a tell all interview at this time. We discuss the revelations about Bill Gates and his alleged affair and move on to mull over sexual harassment and if the society in SA is moving in the right direction. We ponder on who is the more graceful player, winner or loser between a man and a woman when it comes to relationships and dating. We round off the Pod lamenting on where black people would be had there been no colonization.

On this episode of #TheDojo we have now frequent contributor to the show Pam Tjelele back on to shoot the shit. We start of with a speculative discussion surrounding the on-going legal battle between Enhle and Black Coffee in light of claims made after electricity at her place of residence was cut off. We move on to look at Katlego Maboe's nomination for best TV presenter being pulled by the SAFTAS, we segue to the VN leak by Bishop Makamu. We delve into the leaked photo's of Aka and allegations of abuse in his relationship with now deceased Nelli Temba. We ponder if there are any "karma like" consequences for taking a human life. we move to mull over the vaccine rollout. We round off the Pod with our opinions on the Joe Budden Podcast breakup(this discussion took place before the Mal and Roy response video)

On this episode of #TheDojo we begin with our commentary on the happenings surrounding the Zulu monarchy and announcement of the new King. We move on to discuss the turmoil in the ANC beginning with the suspension of Supra Mahumapelo, Ace Magashule the Secretary General and his subsequent suspension of the President. We discuss the dynamics of owing money to people in light of the ass whipping Solly Msimanga got mid week. The latter end of the Pod looks into the Nota and Kwesta beef and the country looking to legalize polyandry.

On this episode we look back at the #TheDojo party that happened over the weekend and reluctantly delve into some of the shits that went down including the Bill Gates divorce and the "prasa" leaks. Thank you to everyone who supported us over the weekend!!!

On this episode we sat down with a friend of the pod, who is no stranger to podding and shooting the shits Kgomotso. we start things off with discussing the Super League and why soccer fans were up in arms when the league was announced. We segue into a chat on Netflix's influence on the F1. We move on to discuss Tokyo Sexwale allegedly being a possible victim of a scam in light of the his pronouncements on a donor fund he alleges was looted, which leads into a bigger convo around corruption and how business is conducted in Africa. We briefly touch on the stats revealed by the SAICA charted accountant results released. Pod takes a turn to a lighter topic around who was the originator of Motswako and we round things up with a chat on Hip Hop

We begin this edition of #TheDojo musing on the life of Dr Sindi, we touch on our own individual experiences with her. We ponder on how a funeral can become a culmination and testament to how one lived their life. We move on to discuss the social media impact on mourning and grieving in light of the lil squabbles seen on social media proceeding the announcement of Dr Sindi's passing. We contemplate on the finality of death and the conversations that should be had to plan for one's passing. We ask ourselves how valuable is a human life? We speak on bullying in light of #JusticeForLufuno. We tail end the pod with a in-depth conversation on CLOUT!!

On this edition of #TheDojo we got Pam Tjelele back to come kick it with us once more, The pod begins on a somber note touching on the passing of DMX and Prince Philip. We ask each other which celeb death touched us deeply. We move on to discuss the phenomena entrenched in courting and social interactions between men and woman of gifting and acceptance of gestures in social settings that allow for one to have access to another, we look at rules, expectations and dangers associated with all this. We expound on being a gracious loser

On this episode of #TheDojo we briefly muse on the Easter holidays, we speak on Cyril's update to the nation. We discuss the crowd funding initiative started for friend of the show Dr Sindi and the cost of health care in our country. We dissect Musi Maimane being called an experiment by former DA leader Tony Leon. We briefly touch on the retirement of Noxolo Grootboom and the SABC retrenchments. We talk privileges emanating from your socio-economic status. We tail end the Pod taking about the dynamics getting into business with your friends in light news coming out of the Joey Podcast and segue into a hip hop business discussion to round out the Pod

On this edition of #TheDojo with the Archbishop absent, The Sensei and the Wild Take begin the episode mulling over the dynamics of catching up with old friends and acquaintances and what support from friends with regards to business initiatives should look like. In light of the recent claims of alleged sexual assault made by a popular social media personality the fellas discuss the dynamics of power and the blurring of perceptions when the victim and the alleged perpetrator are of the same gender. The conversation leads to a deeper look at the complexities of coerced sexual encounters and their possible effects on people who experience them. The guys briefly touch on the click baiting of Siya Kolisi, the Zuma letter and segue into a discussion of hierarchies and the privileges associated with them. The boys contemplate on the audacity of white people. We tail end the Pod touching on Derrick Jaxn

On this edition of #TheDojo with Modise away we invited Pam Tjelele to shoot the shit with. We kicked off the conversation looking at the news on the passing of actor Menzi Ngubane and actress Noxolo Maqashalala and we ponder on the plight of actors in the South African entertainment industry. We segue into a conversation on black pioneers, we discuss the responsibilities and expectations. We speak on the #StopAsianHate hashtag in light of the recent attacks the Asian community has been experiencing and muse on the raising of children to be prepared for the modern world. We look at the alleged accusations of grooming against Sithelo Shozi in regards to her relationship with Andile Mpisane. We ponder on the different expressions of love. We discuss the viral sex video of a prison warder having sex with a prisoner.

On this installment of #TheDojo we kick things off discussing the recent plight of South African students and subsequent death of a civilian during the student protest. We ponder on all aspects that are in the melting pot of this contentious situation. We discuss the cultural relevance of monarchies in light of the recent scandals of the British monarchy and the announcement of the passing of the Zulu King Zwelithini. We round off the podcast pondering on successful black business selling or being bought out by white people in light of the business deals recently announced by Jay Z.

This edition of #TheDojo Podcast was recorded live at Cafe 1355, where we invited the listeners to come kick it with us over great food and drinks as we dissected into some recent topics. We touched on the cocaine bust worth 500 million rand. We discussed the recent dismissive tweet by the Minister of Transport. We look at the social media backlash surrounding the South African iteration of the show Love Island, NSFAS and the R350 social grants and US politician Andrew Cuomo's sexual harassment allegations. We rounded out the pod by taking some topics suggested by the audience.

Disclaimer: The audio quality is not as clean as usual due to some technical difficulties we have been facing lately. We apologise for that. We kick off episode 4 of #TheDojo musing on modern parenting, we then head straight to the shits to briefly touch on the developing story of the Euphonik and Dj Fresh rape allegations. On the back of the recent allegations leveled on a popular Social Media personality we look at the dynamics at play when the victim of sexual assault is a man. We segue into a in-depth conversation on masculinity.

On this edition of #TheDojo Pod we discuss "mo money mo problems" looking at the allegations that were leveled on actress Zinhle Mabena, and segue into an extended chat on the emotions and politics of money. We briefly revisit the Fresh and Euphonik allegations to touch on the latest developments. We look at the comments that Lil Boosie directed at Lory Harvey and we have a broader discussion on the notion of what or who is a HOE and ponder on the effects of a more liberal view of sex on society.

We get straight into the shits with a discussion around the social media heat podcaster MacG has been facing the past few weeks. We move on to briefly discuss the SONA and the vaccine. We discuss the new around the allegations that were leveled on DJ Fresh and Euphonik and their separation from Primedia. We end the Pod discussing valentines day and the politics of love.

We Are Back!! after a very long hiatus, the boys return for another season of #TheDojo Podcast. We kick right off getting started where we left off. We thank our listeners for all their support with the Podcast and events. We then get into a run down of the most topical events that transpired during our break! Enjoy! Intro Track: Artist: Sakhile_STP Song: Paper Planes (instrumental)

This weekend the good folks of The Cherry Film Festival invited us to Fickburg, where we got the opportunity to cop it up with some very talented creatives in the SA Film Industry. On this episode we sat down with actress Makoto Phumodi, TV producer Lumko Johnson, Director and Photographer Cross Makere, actress Didi Mokobane and the community leader and film arts teacher Tisetso.

On this edition of #TheDojo we begin the podcast discussing the death of millionaire business man Ginimbi. We segue into a conversation about the use dark influences to achieve the success they obtain. We also ponder on whether The black community can ever achieve real equality with white people without elements of corruption being involved? We touch on the DA and its huge losses in the recent by-elections and we theorize on the DA's current political strategy. We discuss the Ace Magashule arrest. We ask ourselves the question if Ace should fall? We have a conversation around the EFF protest around the whole Brackenfell high school matric farewell debacle. We discuss Major 1 Sheperd Bushiri skipping the country.

On this installment of #TheDojo we begin musing on the inquisitive nature of children. We sourced some topics from our listeners which covered a broad range of issues such as the US elections, happenings at the Zondo commission, Cyril addressing the country, DONTs for the workplace and how folk should approach holiday spending in light of the tough year we have had and lastly the #BachaShutdown Lesotho protests.

On this episode we start by dissecting a critique we received from on of our beloved listeners which leads to a greater discussion around the relations between Basotho. We segue into a Mo theory prompted by the question "Why are black peoples ancestors seem so "problematic" in relation to ancestors of people from other races". We move on to discuss Malema's comments regarding black lawyers. We discuss the newly erected statue of O.R. Tambo in conjunction with the bailing out of SAA. We end the pod touching on the Senzo Mewiya case and the Jub Jub's recent announcement.

Listen at this podcast at your own risk!!! our three drunk hosts begin the pod looking into the Katlego Maboe cheating confession video. We move on to discuss the platonic friendships between men and women, we segue and ponder on relationship dynamics of friends and how they effect friendships. We look at Beki Cele and the recent public raids of nightclubs and events flouting lockdown regulations. We end the pod dissecting the notion that colonization pre-empts decolonization.

On this edition of #TheDojo we kick off Pod touching briefly on belief, prayer and ho phahla. We delve into a discussion on Stocko, we ponder on the offensiveness of the word, whether its gender neutral or not. We switch up the conversation and touch on the EFF in Senekal, the discussion take a turn and we speculate if any of us would survive prison.

We kick off this installment of #TheDojo discussing whether it is fair that Kefilwe Mabote is embroiled and catching some heat in the wake of the arrest of her alleged boyfriend. We move on to discuss the white farmers who protested at a police station over farm murders. Things take a 360 and we end up discussing hygiene during sex. We touch on the Gemelli incident.

We midway into the season and we kick off the Pod by congratulating Mo on his engagement which throws us into a conversation about who marriage benefits more, men or women? We move on to discuss the "No furniture" tweet that spurred a conversation on social media. We digress to a discussion on erectile dysfunction, we speak on its psychological effects on men. We close off the Pod discussing the Edwin Sodi arrest.

On this episode we kick off the episode discussing Ntate Thuso's scathing words to the youth on his Sunday radio show, where he used Cassper Nyovest as an example the youth should follow. We move on to discuss the squad that was accused of excluding dark skinned women in their squad pictures. We move into a in-depth conversation of black people wanting to occupy white spaces and not building things that are authentically black. We close off the Pod discussing childhood trauma's off the back of a tweet that went viral about a father who forced cut his daughters hair as a form of discipline and the lingering effects of that sorta discipline.

On this episode its the OG #TheDojo crew without The Wild Take, we have a conversation covering a myriad of things, firstly the Somizi IP theft allegations. We move on to discuss the Kanye contract leaks, we diverge into a convo on Casspers new album and Nota trending over comments he made about those leaks. We ponder on the Podcast and its future. We look into the reporting around GBV and what it does to psyche.

We kick off the episode quickly handling a topic suggestion from one of our listeners, We inform yal how to check if your employer has applied for the UIF COVID TERS Relief fund. We delve into an in-depth discussion on the politics of the EFF and what it may mean for the nation. We close off the pod discussing deadbeat parenthood and the ideas of who carries the responsibility of the situation based on a tweet that floated on the TL.

We kick of this installment of The Dojo discussing the Rakgadi viral moment. We look into the racially offensive Clicks advertisement, the Savanna faux pas in using a phrase made viral by a social media content creator and we ponder on why brands are just getting it wrong. We segue into a discussion around contracts in the music industry before we got Loadshedded.

Pod kicks off with a RIP to Chadwick Boseman. *Trigger Warning* We move on to an in-depth discussion on dealing or coming out with sexual abuse accusations and GBV, with reference to the Tallass Mo and Mome interview being pulled from airing, amidst the sexual abuse accusations directed at Tallass Mo and the Sjava and Lady Zamar insta videos, where both spoke on their previous relationship and their perspectives on what occurred. We take another look at the coloured community, we discuss the relations the community has with the Black and White community in SA, in reference to the discussions on social media in reaction to the death of Nathaniel Julius.

On this installment of #TheDojo Podcast we comment on the Minister of Arts & Culture congratulations tweet to Elaine. We touch on Kwesta's former Manager's Nhlamulo “Nota” Baloyi scathing tweets on the A listers of the SA Hip Hop industry. We speak on the NAS vs Jay Z release date battle. We ponder at length on how people act when they get large windfalls of money. We end the Pod discussing cyber crimes.

On this episode the boys start the Pod by acknowledging the passing of Radio and TV legend Bob Mabena, we segue into discussing the Instagram post by Bob Mabena's ex girlfriend and mother of one of his kids she posted in remembrance. We move into a deeper discussion on the various situations that may arise after the passing of someone and the many sides of a person that converge upon their passing. sticking to that vein we discuss the Simz Ngema pregnancy announcement more specifically how long people wait after the passing of a partner do people move on. We ponder on the age and the power dynamics in relationships in reference to the tweet posted by Simz new BF. We discuss the impact of COVID on events and look at how events may change post COVID. We ask the question is it OK to ask how a person has died?. We speak on how we actually are how we present ourselves on social media. We end the discussion on the duality of people more specifically our leaders.

With Mo away the boys invite Nomaswazi to step in to have women-centric shooting of the shits, we kick of the convo with Nomaswazi giving us her views on feminism and equality, we ask her thoughts on government and how they are dealing with championing women's issues. We touch on colourism with regards to the backlash Pearl Thusi received after posting a pic quoting the lyrics from Brown skin girl. We also speak on the conversations that emerged after Black Coffee's alleged new girlfriend was revealed. We ponder on the perception that women from the man side of the family will most likely be the ones to be against or mistreat his wife or romantic interests . We end the Pod discussing Boitys tweet on everyone having the same 24 hours and using them wisely as a means to be successful in life.

The boys are back for a new season of #TheDojo Podcast. Conversation kicks off with a discussion on the new normal brought about by COVID-19. We look into the recent robust public discourse around the alleged corruption and looting in government. We throw in our 2 cents on the Gigaba's, Men with Plans. We tail end the Podcast pondering on life after COVID and appropriation of culture.

On the season finale of the #TheDojo the boys kick of the show talking to friend of the show None Louis Morake, entrepreneur in the textile industry, and we discuss how COVID 19 affected his business and how he has not only survived but thrived in the new "COVID Economy" We spend the rest of the episode discuss the scourge of Gender Based Violence plaguing the country in light of the recent death of Tshegofatso Pule

Free at last! (with conditions) Boys finally together again on Mo's couch on the 1st weekend of lockdown level 3, with lesser restrictions on movement and more importantly the lifting of the ban on alcohol, #TheDojo discusses the latest in this unprecedented shutdown of the country because of the COIVID 19 pandemic. We look into alcohol and breakdown its effects in society and ponder if SA has a problem with alcohol. We touch on women on social media this week recounting they age they experienced forms of sexual assault.

#TheDojo Zoom recording We open up the episode with Lockdown talk and break down the latest in this unprecedented shutdown of the country because of the COIVID 19 pandemic. This week we look as the country prepares lessen restrictions around sale of alcohol, we discuss Churches reopening at level 3 and possible vaccines for COVID 19 We move on to discuss the The Djs in the country getting into online tiffs, we look at Enuphonik vs Koshiek over the giving of financial advise. Kaybee vs Black Coffee We briefly look at old tweets by Zozi which exposed past problematic stances and we compare the energy she got vs the energy Bianca got. We discuss the BLM movement in America in light of George Floyds death. We ponder and compare the fight against racism and oppression in America vs SA. We close off the pod with a discussion on divorce and how common and prevalent it seems to be in these modern times.

#TheDojo Zoom recording We open up the episode with Lockdown talk and break down the latest in this unprecedented shutdown of the country because of the COIVID 19 pandemic. This week we look as the country prepares lessen restrictions around sale of alcohol, we discuss New24s VS NDZ, school re-openings and ponder on the current political landscape We move on to discuss the online cancelation of Miss SA contestant Bianca Schoombee, the outrage around her old tweets, we discuss the merits of the cancellation, theorize on a conspiracy to sabotage, racism vs sexism and we look at cancel culture as a whole the conduct, behaviors and moral high grounds taken by the instigators and participants and we end with the "Top tweets" twitter account discussion. We briefly ponder on a tweet brought forth by one of our listeners that triggers a discussion of gender roles, pick me's and modern feminism we also touch on reality couple Youtube channels We discuss the stir caused by Nandi Mngoma tweets around formula to success.

#TheDojo Zoom recording We open up the episode with Lockdown talk and break down the latest in this unprecedented shutdown of the country because of the COIVID 19 pandemic. This week we look at latest announcement by the President of change of level and what that may mean and look like for the country. We move on to discuss the outrage around reviews of onlyfans pages and content we segue into a discussion of accusations leveled against a twitter user of shady dealings to scam onlyfans creators of content We wrap the episode discussing white people going viral for speaking Zulu and the sudden announcement by lerato kganyago

We back with another Zoom recording of #TheDojo. We kick off the episode with Lockdown talk and break down the latest in this unprecedented shutdown of the country because of the COIVID 19 pandemic. This week we look at PSA by Gareth Cliff and comments by DA's Steenhuisen. We move on to discuss another Racist tirade on video gon viral and discuss the conduct of the participants and how the situation was handled We wrap the episode discussing reproductive decisions, deadbeats and the difficulties of Co-parenting .

We back with another Zoom recording of #TheDojo. We kick off the episode with Lockdown talk and break down the latest in this unprecedented shutdown of the country because of the COIVID 19 pandemic. We move on to discuss Age Maturity and dating amidst an online debate spurred by comments made by Mihlali.

We held another Zoom recording session of #TheDojo Pod where you the listening audience were invited to join in live. We opened the Podcast discussing the latest developments in this unprecedented lockdown, first being the presidential address to the nation to announce further economic relief strategies and Second being the announcement of plan to gradually lift lockdown restrictions. We move on to discuss viral video of a father disciplining their child after bring home bad grades. The attack on the word Grootman. We look at Onlyfans again and the recent talk around the platform and we end the Pod looking at the recent spat of xenophobia Africans in China have been experiencing.

We are still in lockdown!! This week we recorded #TheDojo via ZOOM and also invited you to catch the recording live. We open the podcast discussing lockdown itself by speculating on how it will end, how it has affected the economy, alcohol ban, how govvy has been responding to the pandemic

We wrap this over 5 hour lockdown edition recording of #TheDojo On this final leg of the Lockdown Trilogy we ponder on a question posed by one of our favorite Podcast "Power Corrupts". Question being when a brutal system like a dictatorship or Apartheid collapses how do countries balance the call for justice vs the pragmatism required for the continuance of a stable government?

We continue with our lockdown edition of #TheDojo On this episode we discuss relationships in a time of this unprecedented lockdown.

This the Lockdown edition of #TheDojo Pod and we sat down with friend of the show Kgomotso to discuss everything to do with the unprecedented announcement of a nationwide Lockdown and the COVID 19 pandemic. Enjoy!

On this episode of the #TheDojo we sit down with one of SA's greatest thespians Matli Mohapeloa, we delved into his life, acting career and his thoughts on the entertainment industry and how it can be changed to advantage the actors more. Enjoy!

On this edition of #TheDojo Podcast we sat down with Gogo Nelisiwe for a conversation on her journey as traditional healer and an extended chat on African Spirituality as a whole.