Hot Seat Friday is back with the spiciest debates and wildest takes! This week, we tackle the burning question: Does monogamy even work in 2025, or are we forcing a dead concept? 💔🔥 The Budget Speech has South Africans doing mental gymnastics—who’s winning, who’s losing, and what does it mean for your wallet? 💰🇿🇦 Meanwhile, crazy weather is wreaking havoc, with mudslides and storms making headlines. And in the biggest plot twist, is Elon Musk secretly running America? 🤯🚀

Buckle up for a no-holds-barred conversation filled with sharp insights, unfiltered opinions, and a dose of humor to keep things real!

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New year, new vibe! B4UWKND is back with a fresh format, and we're turning up the heat with Hot Seat Fridays—a brand-new segment where the hosts go head-to-head in fiery debates before diving into the biggest stories of the week.

This week, we break down:
🚨 Donald Trump’s sanctions on South Africa—what does it mean, and why is he opening the door for Afrikaners to seek refugee status in the U.S.?
🎤 Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl Halftime Show—did he deliver a legendary performance, or was it overhyped?

Plus, all the wild, weird, and must-know news from the week!

Hit play, join the convo, and let us know—do you love the new format? 👀👇

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In our final episode of the year, we wrap things up with laughs, debates, and a touch of chaos! We judge each other’s Spotify Wrapped playlists, dive into the festive drama of SAA pilots striking, and debate the Bolt vs. Uber rivalry. We also weigh in on whether Doppio Zero is really “fancy,” and discuss SARS confiscating assets worth millions. End your year with us—banter, music, and hot takes included!

This week on B4UWKND (Before You Weekend), we tackle the exhaustion of year-end fatigue and reflect on why it hits so hard. In the world of sports, Mike Tyson shocks fans by announcing his retirement from boxing. Back home, we dive into the tragic Stillfontein mine saga, where some trapped miners are revealed to be minors. Plus, we share updates on T.D. Jakes after his alarming health scare on stage. A mix of reflection, drama, and hard-hitting stories—don’t miss it!

This week on B4UWKND, co-host Calvin shares stories from his trip to the USA! We dive into the buzz around Tyson vs. Jake Paul, imagine a clash between the Springboks and the NFL’s finest, and unpack the powerful New Zealand Māori protests. Closer to home, we tackle pressing issues: South Africa’s food safety crisis, the drama at Stillfontein mine with Zama Zamas surrounded by police, and the shocking Diepkloof cash-in-transit heist. Hit play for a mix of global highlights and local realities!

Keywords: Tyson vs. Jake Paul, Springboks vs. NFL, New Zealand Māori protest, South Africa food safety, Stillfontein mine Zama Zamas, Diepkloof cash-in-transit heist, B4UWKND podcast

This week on B4UWKND, we’re diving into explosive topics from Danny Jordaan’s shocking fraud arrest to Martha Stewart’s “Desperation Pie” remark about South Africa’s beloved milk tart. We’ll also discuss Flysafair’s grounding over ownership issues, Nigeria’s groundbreaking move to make C-sections free for the poor, and Denzel Washington’s legendary exit with his final five movies—including a rumored role in Black Panther 3! Hit play for unfiltered takes on these buzzworthy stories and more.

In this fiery episode of B4UWKND, we break down the global buzz around the US elections, South Africa’s heated BELA bill protest, and the unforgettable disaster that was the SAMA Awards. We also take a walk down memory lane with teacher quotes that still stick with us today. But the big news? B4UWKND just got nominated at the first-ever South African Podcast Guild Awards! Plus, we remember music icon Quincy Jones and unpack the shocking sex tape scandal involving a public official from Equatorial Guinea. Hit play for an unfiltered take on the biggest stories—don’t forget to subscribe!

This week, B4UWKND is packed with major stories! We dive into the hype around the US elections and what it means globally. Next, we tackle South Africa’s BELA bill protest and the shocking flop that was the SAMA Awards. We also take a nostalgic look at things teachers have told us that we still can’t forget as adults. And here’s the big news: B4UWKND was nominated at the first-ever South African Podcast Guild Awards! We celebrate this honor, remember the legendary Quincy Jones after his passing, and discuss the jaw-dropping scandal of a public official from Equatorial Guinea caught in explicit videos. Don’t miss this episode—hit play now on Spotify!

Keywords: US elections, BELA bill protest, SAMA Awards failure, memorable teacher quotes, South African Podcast Guild Awards, B4UWKND nomination, Quincy Jones, Equatorial Guinea official scandal

In this jaw-dropping episode of B4UWKND, we explore whether Halloween should find a place in South Africa’s culture or if it’s better left abroad. We dive into the rising controversy of A.I.-generated content exploiting images of minors and ask, "Are men really going extinct?" Plus, would you want an honest documentary about your life or a polished, flattering version? We also discuss the US elections' influence on the internet, the Safaricom boycott in Kenya amid abduction fears, Chidimma’s ID cancellation saga in South Africa, the unexpected split of Siya and Rachel Kolisi, and dealing with roommates’ partners. Get ready for an unfiltered ride into today’s hottest topics! Listen now on Spotify!

Keywords: Halloween in South Africa, A.I. scandals, men going extinct, US elections, Safaricom boycott, Chidimma ID cancellation, Kolisi split, roommates, B4UWKND, podcast

Could you handle your ex giving you advice on sex? In this hard-hitting episode of B4UWKND, we dive into that awkward territory and also explore whether you can truly be happy for an ex who’s now doing better than you. We then shift to a major medical development—HIV prevention pills—will these change the way people think about responsibility? Lastly, we discuss the tragic suicide at the Standard Bank building in Johannesburg and the eerie silence that followed. Hit play for unfiltered opinions and conversations that hit close to home. Subscribe and watch now!