An archive of each full weekday episode of the award-winning program presented by Stephen Grootes.
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For decades, Kurt Calabrese lived in the shadow of his father, Frank “The Breeze” Calabrese Sr., one of the Chicago Outfit’s most feared hitmen and loan sharks. Raised in a home ruled by violence, paranoia, and control, Kurt grew up knowing that loyalty wasn’t a choice, it was survival. In 2007, the Family Secrets Trial exposed 18 unsolved murders and a laundry list of heinous crimes that had terrorized Chicago for decades. Based on wiretap evidence from Kurt’s brother Junior, the case led t ...
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A podcast made for the people! Our genre consists of true crime; where we interview former mafia wise guys, to ex-cartel members. we also have some of the top fighters in the UFC interviewing former and current champions. We are willing to interview everyone; our other interviews consist of sit-downs with world-famous actors, musicians, and everyone in between.
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The podcast for entrepreneurs who put LIFESTYLE FIRST via passive online income, real estate investing, and increasing productivity. Join your host Flavia Berys as she interviews successful lifestyle solopreneurs and shares ideas to help you find the perfect balance between lifestyle, business, and self. Flavia Berys, the host of the LIFESTYLE SOLOPRENEUR podcast, is an attorney, marketing expert, and founder of several online academies. She's been featured in major media including BBC World ...
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A deep dive into the financials of running a Manufacturing business.
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Fixing The Money thing with Gary Keesee will help to motivate, educate, and inspire you to pursue success, walk out your purpose, and leave a positive, spiritual, and moral legacy for your family. http://garykeesee.com http://faithlifenow.com http://drenda.com http://faithlifechurch.org
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Welcome to the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast! If you are in need of resources that deal with remarriage, step-parenting, co-parenting, preparing to blend, or divorce-proofing your marriage, we are here to serve you! Blended Kingdom Families is a step-family ministry that is committed to providing resources for individuals, families, and churches by implementing biblical foundations and practical tips. Our mission is to break the generational cycle of divorce, equip marriages, and unite bl ...
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Compensation Isn’t Just About Money—It’s About Loyalty, Retention, and Legacy, Ep #18
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54:15Most of us shop owners tend to keep compensation pretty simple: pay ourselves what the business can afford, pay our team what feels fair, and hope that keeps everyone happy. But I’ve learned over the years that this approach can quietly hurt the very business we’re trying to grow. In this episode, I sit down with John Jones from Scissortail Executi…
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Struggling to get on the same page with parenting in your blended family? You're not alone. In this powerful episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale share practical, biblical advice for couples who feel divided when it comes to parenting and discipline. This episode will help you learn practical skills to prote…
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This is a curated compilation of the best interviews from The Money Show this past week. Thank you for listening to a podcast from The Money Show The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal fina…
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SA cinema revival & art market boom: Ster-Kinekor's Mark Sardi & Tretchikoff's record-breaking sale
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1:25:13Ray White speaks to Mark Sardi, CEO of SK, on the current state of the industry and how cinema is performing in SA, highlighting the success of recent releases like Mission: Impossible and Disney's Lilo & Stitch. In other interviews, the record-breaking sale of Vladimir Tretchikoff's "Lady from the Orient" for R31.1 million with Dr Alastair Meredit…
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How Oases is disrupting real estate with tokenization and blockchain, with Ricardo Johnson
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17:04Ricardo Johnson is the founder of Oases, a groundbreaking platform transforming real estate investment through blockchain technology. With over a decade of experience in real estate and finance, Ricardo has successfully built and exited companies, leveraging technology to break down traditional investment barriers.…
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Golf, Grit, and CNC: Inside the Launch of Hanna Golf, Ep #19
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55:11Most golfers obsess over their gear—but almost none of them build it. Jared Doerfler did. After playing college golf and spending years in sales, he found himself pulled back into the game he loved—but this time, through the lens of product creation. With zero machining experience, he quit his job, bought a beginner CNC mill, and decided to manufac…
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SA food crisis & special broadcast on corporate kindness
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1:14:39Stephen Grootes speaks to Georg Southey, Manager at Merlog Foods, about the urgent need for government action as South Africa faces a worsening food crisis. The ban on Brazilian chicken imports, following a bird flu outbreak in one province, risks deepening hunger, especially among vulnerable groups like children on school feeding schemes. In other…
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Mining sector uncertain over MPRDA bill, Harmony Gold buys Aussie copper mine
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1:17:18Stephen Grootes speaks to Peter Leon, mining expert and partner at Herbert Smith Freehills, about the Minerals Council’s disappointment as the MPRDA bill proceeds without industry feedback. The Minerals Council South Africa has raised concerns after the government moved ahead with changes to the MPRDA without considering industry input. In other in…
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Africa's Financial Future & The Business of Wellness with Lisa Raleigh
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1:20:25Stephen Grootes speaks to Daniel Mminele, Nedbank Chairman about Africa's vulnerability to escalating global economic uncertainty and the need for the continent to lead reform efforts, particularly in sovereign debt architecture, global financial safety nets, and climate finance, with South Africa's 2025 G20 presidency presenting a pivotal opportun…
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What to Do When Step-Grandparents Reject Your Kids
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16:38What do you do when step-grandparents treat your kids like outsiders? On this week’s episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, hosts Scott and Vanessa Martindale answer a raw and emotional listener question: "What to do when step grandparents do not include my kids as their grandchildren?" They unpack the hurt, offer biblical perspectives, a…
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From bankrupt carpenter to financially free in three years with storage yards, with expert Chris Long
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23:36Christopher Long’s journey is one of grit and vision. Starting as a contractor in need of storage for “the big stuff,” he founded Longyards Storage, transforming a personal challenge into an international powerhouse for secure, large-scale storage solutions. Alongside his success in industrial storage, Christopher built a strong foundation in real …
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Is Elon Musk’s satellite rushing towards SA?
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37:46Stephen Grootes spoke to Duncan McLeod, Founder and Editor at Techcentral about the proposed policy direction for satellite operators in South Africa, which aims to establish a new licensing framework and potentially allow companies like Elon Musk's Starlink to operate in the country through an equity equivalent regulatory change. In other intervie…
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Investec talks R2.5bn buyback & do investors shape corporate direction?
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1:16:57Stephen Grootes speaks to Cumesh Moodliar, CEO of Investec Bank, about the bank's strong performance, with a 7.8% increase in profit. Investec will pay a record dividend for the third year after the bank’s operating profit surpassed the R24 billion mark for the first time. In other interviews, Vincent Anthonyrajah, CEO and co-founder of Differentia…
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Budget 3.0 & special broadcast of Trump-Ramaphosa meeting
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37:03Stephen Grootes speaks to the Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana, about the budget speech, and they analyze some of the big announcements that came out of it. In other news, there is a special broadcast of the bilateral relations meeting between President Cyril Ramaphosa and President Donald Trump in Washington D.C. The Money Show is a podcast h…
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President Ramaphosa meets US president & why exporters remain jittery over American Express (Amex) service.
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1:15:39Stephen Grootes speaks to Tshidi Madia, Associate Politics editor about President Cyril Ramaphosa's upcoming meeting with Donald Trump, where they'll discuss business opportunities, including potential deals with Elon Musk's companies, Tesla and Starlink, amidst strained relations between the two countries. In other news, Terry Gale, chairperson of…
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Special tribute to the late Issie Kirsh, founder of Radio 702, company financial results & the art of scouting film location
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1:20:26Tributes pour in for late Issie Kirsh, founder of Radio 702.Chief executives of Famous Brand, Netcare and Astral Foods take Stephen Grootes through their respective companies’ financial results. In other news, Julia Finnis-Bedford, Founder of Amazing Spaces talks about scouting film location business, leadership philosophy and relationship with mon…
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Fight for Your Marriage and Build a Lasting Legacy Today
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27:06In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott and Vanessa Martindale welcome marriage coaches and high school sweethearts Chad and Megan Lacefield, hosts of the Built for Two podcast. With over 30 years of marriage experience, they open up about the reality of fighting for your marriage, not against it, and what it really takes to …
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B20 South Africa champions continent-wide growth at Africa CEO Forum & Mabotho Africa, luxury leather goods
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35:54Motheo Khoaripe chats to Dr Anthony Costa, the Head of Secretariat for B20 South Africa about how thoughtful financial decisions and forward-thinking regulations can pave the way for sustainable economic progress In other interview: Motheo Khoaripe chats to Thobekile Mkhize, founder and CEO of Mabotho Africa about luxury leather goods and the busin…
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US agencies barred from involvement in SA’s G20 Summit & Rand rockets as deputy finance minister signals inflation-target shake-up
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1:17:49Stephen Grootes in conversation with Vincent Magwenya, spokesperson to the President and Khay Sithole, an Independent Political Analyst chat about the US government banning US Agencies from writing reports on the G20 summit, this as US president Trump continues to throw allegations of a white genocide in South Africa. They also touch on President R…
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The sad case of iThala and the limping Post Bank & Middle Class under pressure
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1:19:47Stephen Grootes in conversation with Stuart Theobald, Financial Analyst and Chairman at Krutham chat about the struggles of Ithala Bank and Post Bank, highlighting a deep-rooted challenge in South Africa’s financial sector. They also touch on the reflection that there is tension between financial inclusion and regulatory oversight, raising question…
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In the final chapter of Killing Kurt, Kurt Calabrese travels to a remote house in North Carolina to confirm his father’s death. What begins as a simple errand turns into an emotional reckoning. Inside a dim room behind a red curtain, Kurt comes face to face with the body of Frank Calabrese Sr.—the man who dominated, abused, and haunted his life. Fo…
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32.9% of South Africans without jobs & Suez Canal cuts fees to revive trade
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1:19:11Stephen Grootes speaks to Sharmi Surianarain, Chief Impact Officer for Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator about South Africa's rising unemployment crisis, with the official rate hitting 32.9% in Q1 2025 and the expanded rate reaching 43.1%, highlighting a challenging job market. In other interviews, Timothy Walker, Maritime Senior Researcher at …
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Boxer retail soars as people's champion & US-China 90 day trade truce
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1:19:10Stephen Grootes speaks to Dr. Martyn Davies, former member of the World Economic Forum's Global Agenda Council and Donald MacKay, director at Xa International Trade Advisors on China, about a 90-day pause to trade war between China and the US. In other interviews, Marek Masojada, CEO of Boxer Supermarkets, discusses the company's impressive first-y…
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How Quality Time Strengthens Blended Families
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15:11Do your kids or step-kids feel distant or disconnected? In this episode, we unpack why one-on-one quality time is a powerful tool for building deep relationships in blended families. Whether you're a stepparent or biological parent, learning how to connect with each child individually helps them feel safe, seen, and secure. We share real life tips,…
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US-UK deal drops Trump-era tariffs & Pomellato's unity collection
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34:46Ray White speaks to John Stopford, Head of Multi-Asset Income, NinetyOne Asset Management US-UK tariffs deal about the US-UK agreement that scraps Trump-era tariffs on vehicles and metals. In other interviews, Debbie Hathway, Watches and Jewellery writer talks about Pomellato's latest Together collection, showcasing elegant jewellery that embodies …
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Daybreak foods in crisis & global mega trends shaping investments
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1:19:03Stephen Grootes speaks to Sabelo Skiti, Investigative journalist with Sunday Times about the unfolding humanitarian crisis at Daybreak Foods, where unpaid workers and starving chickens are facing unimaginable hardships amidst the company's financial collapse. In other interviews, we reflected on the new Pope's announcement with Father Russel Pollit…
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Bank charges under scrutiny & Two-Pot retirement withdrawals rise
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1:13:53Stephen Grootes speaks to Michael Jordaan, Co-founder of Bank Zero about the Financial Sector Conduct Authority's (FSCA) and Kokkie Kooyman, Executive Director & Portfolio Manager at Denker Capital about concerns over significant disparities in bank fees for similar products and services, and the authority's efforts to assess and regulate these pra…
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As Kurt Calabrese tries to settle into life after prison, ominous threats begin to arrive—dead rats on his porch, anonymous letters, and a staged bomb at his home—signs someone in the Outfit suspects he’s cooperating with the Feds. While he denies involvement, suspicion falls on his father and the father's girlfriend, Diane, whose presence near Kur…
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Shadow economy exposed in SA Illicit economy report & Hollywood tariff proposal
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1:13:54Stephen Grootes speaks to Philippe Van Gils, Director of Illicit Trade Prevention at Philip Morris International about the organization's latest report on illicit trade in South Africa and proposed public-private partnership to combat the issue. In other interviews, Anat Singh, SA Film Producer discusses the potential impact of Donald Trump's propo…
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SA's unemployment fix & Buffett's legacy
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1:17:35Stephen Grootes speaks to Mamokgethi Molopyane, Mining and Labour Analyst about the recent amendments to the Code of Practice on Dismissals and potential impact on South Africa's unemployment rate and labour laws. In other interviews, Deon Gouws, Chief Investment Officer at Credo, and Warren Ingram, Co-Founder of Galileo Capital, reflect on Warren …
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In blended families, one of the biggest challenges couples face is divided loyalty—choosing between your spouse and your children or extended family. In this honest and hope-filled episode of the Blended Kingdom Families podcast, Scott and Vanessa discuss the emotional and spiritual toll of misplaced priorities in marriage. You’ll discover how putt…
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How a reformed perfectionist now builds freedom-first businesses, with coach and author Natalie Wynn
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21:21Natalie Wynn is a lifestyle solopreneur who went from burnout and doing all the things to building a purpose-driven business that earns her a full-time income on part-time hours. Now she helps high-achieving women shift their mindset, simplify their strategy, and create success that actually feels good.…
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SA's R2bn Ithala guarantee & FARO's AI fashion fix
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42:13Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Khaya Sithole, independent analyst about the R2 billion guarantee approved by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana to secure Ithala Bank's retail depositors, amid controversy and opposition from KwaZulu-Natal finance MEC Francois Rodgers. In other interviews, Faro Co- Founder Amber Penney chats about how the startup Faro is u…
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Unions shape SA's future & Why care is currency: The benefits war
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1:23:38Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Andrew Levy, Labour economist on the role of unions in South Africa's socio-economic landscape and to Blessing Utete, Managing Executive of Old Mutual Corporate Consultants about on how employee benefits are driving the talent war. In other interviews, Grant Nader, Portfolio Manager at Benguela Global Fund Managers chats a…
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Personal Guarantees & Loan Covenants: How to Not Get Burned, Ep #17
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57:21Most of us would never machine a part without checking the tolerances first — so why do so many shop owners sign off on financing agreements without understanding the performance “tolerances” our banks are quietly measuring us against? In this episode of Buy the Numbers, commercial banker Danny O’Keefe returns to break down two terms that sound lik…
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SA's 3rd budget try & the cost of insurance claims
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1:20:39Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Duncan Pieterse, Director-General of the National Treasury of South Africa and Khaya Sithole, independent analyst about the R75-billion shortfall and the revised budget plans following the withdrawal of the proposed VAT increase In other interviews, Consumer Ninja Wendy Knowler chats about how insurance companies often dro…
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In 1998, Frank Calabrese Jr. makes the most dangerous decision of his life: he writes a letter to the FBI offering to turn against his own father—one of the most feared mob enforcers in Chicago history. What follows is one of the most audacious undercover operations in the history of organized crime. In this episode, we go inside the moment that ch…
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VAT hike that never was retail count costs & oil woes
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1:17:35Motheo Khoaripe speaks to Zinhle Tyikwe, CEO of the Consumer Goods Council of SA, about the costs incurred by retailers due to the last-minute cancellation of the planned 0.5% VAT hike. In other interviews, Motheo Khoaripe discusses the US-China trade war's impact on oil prices and the global economy with Manqoba Madinane, Strategist: Fixed Income,…
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Beef prices skyrocket & Saray Khumalo shares money, risk, and reward
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1:25:14Jane Dutton speaks to Thabile Nkunjana, agricultural economist about the impact of high cattle feed prices and a shortage of slaughter-ready cattle on beef prices, affecting local supermarkets and butcheries. In other interviews, Saray Khumalo, the trailblazing explorer and mountaineer who became the first black African woman to summit Mount Everes…
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How God Heals Blended Families with Pastor Brandon Freeman
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25:33In this powerful episode, Pastor Brandon Freeman, lead pastor of IMRSN Church, powerful communicator and character coach, shares his heartfelt testimony of how God transformed his blended family through hard conversations and radical obedience to the Holy Spirit. Pastor Brandon shares personal reflections about his blended family and how what began…
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R100bn BEE Fund debate & helicopter tours: SA's economic & tourism boost?
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39:48Stephen Grootes discusses with Ndumiso Kubheka, Head of Economic Policy Desk at the Association of Black Securities and Investment Professionals, the outcomes of a meeting between the Association and Investment Professionals, the Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, and Financial Services Sector CEOs, focusing on the Transformation Fund's i…
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Vat hike scrapped & central bank policy impact
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1:23:21Stephen Grootes speaks to Busi Mavuso, CEO at Business Leadership South Africa, Charles de Wet, Executive at ENS in the Tax practice as well as Alan Mukoki, CEO at Sacci about the reversal of the 0.5 percentage point VAT hike, announced by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, and what this decision means for South Africa's fiscal sustainability and e…
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Navigating the New Tariff Terrain: What Manufacturers Need to Know Now, Ep #16
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41:26Tariffs aren’t just a line item buried in your supply chain—they’re a fast-moving, often misunderstood force that could have a massive impact on your profitability, pricing, and even your global strategy. In this eye-opening episode of Buy the Numbers, Jennifer Clement and Leslie Boyd from CLA join me for a masterclass in tariff mitigation strategi…
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Capitec soars 52%! and SAA plots new flight path
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1:23:41Stephen Grootes speaks to outgoing Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie about his record-breaking R104m remuneration package, amid the bank's impressive 52% share price growth and 30% increase in headline earnings. In other interviews, SAA's CEO John Lamola discusses the airline's ambitious five-year turnaround plan, which includes a R2.25 billion investment …
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In 1995, the FBI's years-long investigation into the Chinatown crew comes to a head with sweeping indictments and early morning raids. With their criminal empire crumbling, the Calabrese family faces the full weight of the justice system—and begins to turn on itself. This episode tells the harrowing story of what happens when loyalty becomes a liab…
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IMF warns downturn, gold hits $3,500: VAT hike impact & risk strategies
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1:20:07Stephen Grootes discusses with Lumkile Mondi, Senior Lecturer at School of Economics and Business Science of the University of the Witwatersrand, the International Monetary Fund's downgraded global growth forecast amid Trump's tariff policies, alongside the surge in gold prices to a record $3,500 per ounce, driven by a weakening US dollar and marke…
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Why Date Nights Matter in Blended Families
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13:12In this episode of the Blended Kingdom Families Podcast, Scott and Vanessa discuss the importance of continuing to date your spouse—even when life gets busy, budgets are tight, and parenting in a blended family adds extra layers. They share practical tips for creating meaningful connection through date nights, staying emotionally close, and how the…
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