The Thinking Behind It All

By The Thinking Behind It All

The Thinking Behind It All is a media platform that critiques news stories and social events using socio-political theories. The analysis is principally based on alternative perspectives.... more

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The podcast currently has 40 episodes available.

The Thinking Behind It All episodes:

December 07, 2021 FW: Fallen Warlord
In the fifth edition, we discuss the media’s coverage of former apartheid president FW De Klerk’s death. This news item had tongues wagging and thumbs thumping. Thus, we are in conversation with an interesting character, Louie, who is a South African farmer. We hope that the final episode of the season is informative, entertaining and enjoyable.
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1h 5min
October 31, 2021 Vote TTBIA
In the fourth edition, we discuss the sixth South African local government elections. Joining us is a community member, McDonald Mahlobo, who is in conversation with ordinary persons living in and around Johannesburg. He is talking to them about their views on democracy and a great deal more. We have delivered an informative, entertaining and newsworthy show that you will hopefully love listening to.
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1h 7min
September 29, 2021 Your Silence Is Concession
In the 3rd edition, we discuss whistle-blowing following the tragic passing of South African government official Babita Deokaran. For this discussion, we are joined by anti-corruption and social justice activists –Kavisha Pillay and Mashudu Masutha. We hope that you find the conversation insightful and informative.
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1h 2min
August 30, 2021 Dead or Alive
In the 2nd edition, we unpack the media coverage of Covid19, vaccines and related issues. We are also discussing current affairs with writer, poet and social commentator, Ntsiki Mazwai. It’s a spicy show with all your regulars. So, tighten your seatbelt and, hopefully, we can make this ride informative and entertaining.
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1h 15min
July 28, 2021 Alooter Continua
In the 1st edition, we look at the civil unrest that ensued following the imprisonment of former South African President Jacob Zuma. We are joined by media personality, political commentator, author and journalist, Kim Heller, as we discuss and analyse various aspects relating to this extraordinary news event. To the fainthearted, this edition is intense and spicy. But, we hope that you all will find the episode informative and entertaining.
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1h 19min
June 22, 2021 Hey Baby
We have decided to produce a bonus episode in light of the fact that families and their babies have made headlines in South Africa recently. In this episode, we provide commentary and analysis on the baby formula dad and the Tembisa 10 news stories. Through a critical lens, we compare and contrast the coverage of various media that ran with the stories. Join Melusi with the debutant, his sister, Naledi as well as the legendary Ise as they dissect and look for underlining meanings in a multitude of media texts. It's a family affair.
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1h 10min
September 16, 2020 Unconscious Bias (TTBIA RELOADED)
A lot has happened since we last conversed and we have been silent. It so happens that hair and racism are the perfect ingredients for an episode. Therefore, we discuss an explosive event that occurred in South Africa that we felt warranted some attention.
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1h 3min
March 31, 2019 Cim' I'bane (Lights-out)
In the 32nd edition, we begin the show with the USP (Usual Suspects' Perspective) segment. We discuss the upheaval in Mozambique, Malawi and Zimbabwe left by the cyclone Idai. We conclude our show with a discussion about South Africa's power utility, Eskom, following a consecutive six days of rolling electricity blackouts.
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45min
March 25, 2019 Can Of Worms
In the 31st edition, we begin the show with a spicy USP (The Usual Suspects' Perspective) segment. We turn our attention to a bribery scandal that has rocked Universities in the United States of America. We conclude with a discussion of a high panel report which accuses the former South African president, Jacob Zuma, of abusing his powers in the administration of the State Security Agency.
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49min
December 31, 2018 Rewind
In the 30th edition, the show starts with an exciting USP (Usual Suspects’ Perspective) segment in which we welcome our guest listener. It was a very news intense year with many contentious, light-hearted and tragic moments –we look at some of these in terms of TTBIA and society at large.
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1h 15min

FAQs about The Thinking Behind It All:

How many episodes does The Thinking Behind It All have?

The podcast currently has 40 episodes available.