In this episode of Pagecast, award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis interviews Professor Jonathan Jansen about his powerful memoir, Breaking Bread. Known as a professor, pundit, and self-proclaimed “public nuisance,” Jansen has long been a fearless voice on South African schools, universities, race, politics, and society.

In Breaking Bread, Jansen reflects on his formative years growing up in a deeply evangelical family on the Cape Flats, the life-changing influence of an inspiring teacher, and his journey as the first in his generation to attend university during apartheid. With incisive analysis, humour, and compassion, this memoir explores the complexities of South African society while offering profound insights into leadership, reconciliation, and humanity. Don’t miss this engaging conversation about one of South Africa’s most thought-provoking figures.

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