How are you changing the wold around you? With the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence in full swing, Jack is joined by Sibongile Ndashe, a feminist who works at the intersection of public interest litigation, movement building, legal empowerment and capacity strengthening. The two discuss a variety of issues and the solution to some of societies ills.

We are officially in December! With the year almost up, Jack takes a look at some the stories that made headlines throughout the year. 2024 saw nearly half of the world's population go to the polls...But that was far from the most entertaining thing that happened this year. From Tyla to Diddy, and how could we forget the Katt Williams interview? Jack adds his two cents to remind us just how much has happened over this year.

How are you spending your festive monies? Jack kicks off the show chatting to day one audience member Bitcoin Boet. They discuss the recent developments in Crypto currency and which local communities can benefit by using Bitcoin. Jack then his attention to the difficulties that come with being financially disciplined duingg the festive season with the help of Kgwale Mokgwatsana, who started a financial literacy education programme.

Are Africans similar at all? Jack is in studio covering the news headlines and specifically the township economy. How does the president's recent remarks affect spaza shops and their owners. Joining Jack in studio is an interculturalist, researcher, and author from the United States, Asad el Malik, Ph.D. His book Find Home Again: My Journey from the United States to South Africa, Asad el Malik chronicles his life, reflecting on the pervasive anti-Blackness in the United States, his experiences with Hurricane Katrina, and police violence, ultimately culminating in his decision to move to Johannesburg, South Africa.

When was the last time you spoke to a living legend? With major elections finally behind us, Jack turns his attention to the thoughts of his audience. Joining him online is Mapelo Lubleki. Africa's record breaking goal poacher (male or female), Portia Modise talks to Jack about her achievements and how she went about making history. 102 career goals for Banyana Banyana is no small feat, find out how right here.

We're in November people!! First up on Jack's agenda is the note worthy news from the weekend, including the SAMA awards. And how he felt after hearing the of the passing of musical icon, Quincy Jones. Jack turns his attention to online dating sites and how they have come to affect how people are making dating choices in 2024. Zimasa Vabaza, affectionately known as Mooshtaffa, stops by to point out things he finds interesting and how one can build and sustain an online content platform.

Is there a psychology to success? After a week out with illness Jack is back in studio! Kicking off with noteworthy news stories of the day. Then shifting gears to #JackOnThat where the focus will be how people react to success...either their own or that of other people. Producer Tshepo then joins the show to discuss the merits of being a stay at home father. With many eye opening conclusions from medical studies

Jack is out sick this week and has enlisted the talents of Podcast Party team member William Lehong to step into the hot seat.

How does success affect our musical heroes? After so much success in the music industry with FreshlyGround, Zolani Mahola, former lead singer of the group shares her journey in the music and the acting industry. Memories range from when Jack heard FreshlyGround’s “Doo Bee Doo" to watching their performance with Shakira in South Africa’s 2010 FIFA World Cup. They both look into life before the group, how long it took for a song to be complete and Zolani’s decision to embark on a spiritual journey as a solo artist. Check out this interview to find out what she’s currently working on and who she is collaborating with.

How do views evolve from generation to generation? You've chosen wisely this Tuesday, as Jack takes a look at note worthy news stories of the week. The position that millennials hold in society is the main focus of #JackOnThat. Joining Jack in studio is former comedian Pule kaJanolintshi. Pule's fascinating past and he's latest endeavours are the basis of the conversation.

Where's your mind at? Kicking Tuesday off the POD way, Jack starts off by taking a look at stories making headlines in and around South Africa. Shifting to Jack's vilian arc and how shadow work is important to your mental well being. Joining in studio is the SADAG (South African Depression And Anxiety Group) Projects Manager, Roshni Parbhoo-Seetha. She chronicles the work her organisation does and how people can get involved.

Back like we never left!!! It's the first day of October and Jack is in studio after taking a week off. We kick off he show with Jack opening up about his spiritual journey. He then tackles the idea of hero/celebrity worship. Finally joining Jack online, William Lehong chats about his new show Rise Resilience!

How much do you know about Johannesburg's heritage? Join Jack Motlanthe for this special edition of The POD as he chats to David Fleminger, Chair of the Johannesburg Heritage Foundation, to talk about the operation of the organisation, its stakeholders, and how you can be part of their tours. David also touches on the history of the Kruger National Park and the preservation of towns and suburbs of Johannesburg's historic events.

Would you look at that? It's Tuesday again! Jack kicks off the show with news you need to know, a bit of online controversy regarding Candace Owens and much more. Visual artist Thabiso Dakamela then steps in to the studio. His work is a reflection of his life and times, and so Jack investigates where Thabiso's inspiration comes from. Lastly Glynis Horning opens up about one of the most harrowing experiences in her life, losing her son to suicide.

What makes a story worthy to be told? Lerato Sithole, Founder of Think and Grow Rich Africa and the multi-talented Scott Cervine join Jack to talk about their ambitious project Moms Rising. At the core of this initiative is for people to experience, the resilience and beauty of motherhood through the eyes of the 12 women selected for this film.

Back like we never left! Jack is in studio with a few things to get off his chest before he's joined by Justin Burns. Justin schools Jack on what helping thought leaders worldwide expand their consciousness and business with digital systems looks like. To wrap up, friend of the family and self taught political analyst, Xavier Bapoo joins the show to discuss all things GNU.

What is a half broken person? For the first edition of The POD Conversations, Jack is joined by multi award winning author Siphiwe Gloria Ndlovu. Her latest offering The Creation of Half-Broken People, was the centre of the conversation including how Siphiwe goes about putting her novels together.

Riding the victorious vibe of an amazing sporting weekend, Jack is in studio for another edition of the POD. Kicking off with Jack On That, where he gives his views on the news you need to know. The Urban Circus is back from the 13 September, the director of the show Daniel Buckland and two of the performers join the show to unpack the high energy event. Seasoned broadcaster William Lehong then steps in to school Jack on tthe nuances that come with being a presenter on the highest level.

What goes into having long career? It's the last week of women's month and to wrap up Jack kicks off the show with news items he came across over the last week. Radio heavyweight DJ Zeal Madladla and musical powerhouse Gigi Lamayne join the journey with Jack. Understanding how these ladies climb to higher heights wile keeping it classy.

How much further do you still have to go to achieve success? In studio Jack is joined by audience member Bitcoin Boet to ctch up on heaadline news. The Love Prescription deals with the tricky nature of narcissistic behaviour with in studio guest Joseph Winer. Wrapping up the show are two great women in different parts of their journey. Copy Writer, Tiffany Markman and entrepreneur Boitumelo Makati, help Jack understand the unique situations women have to deal with.