Misunderstood
43 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago -We’re an open table podcast. Where we discuss a variety of topics which are either relevant or interesting. Also through discussing these topic we share our range of opinions with you. Hosted by two co-host.
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E27 A conversation with student leaders: Kamogelo Mabe
February 09, 2024 11:44 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBThis week, Khumo engages in a riveting conversation with Kamogelo Mabe, former Wits SRC Deputy President, on a range of pressing topics. They delve into the intricacies of #FeesMustFall, dissect the shortcomings of NSFAS, unpack the significance of the March protests at Wits, and speculate on the implications of the upcoming 2024 elections. Get ready for an enlightening and thought-provoking episode that's bound to keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss out on another week of being Mi...
E26 Otsile Nkadimeng the conversation continued
January 29, 2024 15:55 - 1 hour - 57 MBThis week's episode: Otsile returns, and we continue the conversation as we take a further deep dive into the political future of South Africa. We discuss the impacts of culture on politics, the generational handover of politics, and the elitism of politics. As always, we hope you enjoy another week of being Misunderstood.
E25 A conversation with student leaders: Otsile Nkadimeng
January 24, 2024 17:18 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MBThis week's episode features Otsile Nkadimeng, a climate activist who has mobilized various protests and organizations to speak out against the failures of states worldwide. Additionally, he is organizing and planning to take a million people to the polls through SoWeVote, encouraging them to take responsibility for their vote and their role in South Africa. As always, we hope you enjoy another week of being Misunderstood.
E24 Breaking into the music industry
January 15, 2024 16:51 - 37 minutes - 35 MBThis week's episode, we unpack Khaya's story—the influences he has had and his journey in music from school to his family. Furthermore, we discuss his hopes and aspirations within the music industry. He recently dropped his album, and it's time we get to hear his message and his sound. As always, we hope you enjoy another week of being Misunderstood.
E23 A conversation with student leaders: Katlego Mokgosi
January 08, 2024 15:30 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MBWe are back for 2024! In this week's episode, we talk to Katlego Mokgosi, who defines himself as an activist, student leader, and creative. He was the Deputy Head of St David's in 2022 and currently attends the University of Witwatersrand. He shares what his ambitions were in high school, how he dealt with failure, along with his views on activism. As always, we hope you enjoy another week of being Misunderstood.
E22 A conversation with student leaders: Grace Nyapfungwe
November 20, 2023 16:26 - 29 minutes - 27.1 MBEpisode 4 of a conversation with student leaders takes a deep dive into who our future leaders are and what their experiences have been in leadership. Will they be voting? How have they grown? Is student politics still in their future? In this episode, we sit down with Grace Nyapfungwe, Head of School for 2023 at St. Peter’s College. She shares her experience of leading change towards a more liberal mindset within the school. Grace discusses the transformation of the F.W. de Klerk field and ...
EP21 Israel-Palestine: Samiya Vallee
November 13, 2023 15:37 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBThis week, we discuss the heated conflict between Israel and Palestine with Samiya Vallee. She shares her thoughts on the conflict, including her viewpoint, the history, and the impacts of social media and activism. She calls for us to recognize that this is not a religious conflict but a human one. We also explore the question of whether neutrality means you are on the side of the oppressor. You can hear her thoughts on this week's episode, streaming on Spotify and Apple Music. This episod...
E20 A conversation with student leaders: Kwande Bam
November 06, 2023 15:30 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBEpisode 3 of a conversation with student leaders, taking a deep dive into who our future leaders are and what their experiences have been in leadership. Will they be voting, how have they grown, is student politics still in their future? Episode 3 is with Kwande Bam, St Stithians College, Chief Whip. He share his thoughts on boys school sports, Impact of Covid and his views on politics. You can hear the full episode on Spotify. Enjoy another week of being Misunderstood.
E19 A conversation with student leaders: Kea Mothlamme
October 30, 2023 18:40 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBEpisode 2 of a conversation with student leaders, taking a deep dive into who our future leaders are and what their experiences have been in leadership. Will they be voting, how have they grown, is student politics still in their future? Episode 2 is with Kea Mothlamme, St John's College, Second Prefect. He share his story and journey to being elected, his hopes for the school and his thoughts for the year of 2024. You can hear the full episode on Spotify. Enjoy another week of being Misunde...
EP18 A conversation with student leaders: Makanaka Dumbu
October 23, 2023 18:30 - 26 minutes - 24.8 MBThe start of a conversation with student leaders, taking a deep dive into who our future leaders are and what their experiences have been in leadership. Will they be voting, how have they grown, is student politics still in their future? Episode 1 is with Makanaka Dumbu, St. Andrew's School for Girls, Head Girl 2023. She shares her experience as Head Girl, the difficulties with engaging with racism, Life Orientation (LO), and so much more. You can hear the full episode on Spotify. Enjoy anot...
E17 Where we at?
September 04, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBIt beens a year. A year of fun, controversial, happy and great conversations on the podcast. In this episode Khumo updates us on life and gives his various views and opinions on the world. Accompanied by Jonathan Shiferaw a first time guest who came to establish own identity and self on the platform. As always we are Misunderstood
EP16 Fire in Firehouse: unpacking FEDA
June 19, 2023 18:01 - 47 minutes - 44.3 MBThis week Zulu and Khumo unpacking the FEDA play firehouse. A production which engaged and tackled South African fire fighting. Unpacking the process, the cast, the story and more. Find out what fires took place in the Firehouse. Enjoy another day being misunderstood.
EP 15 East or West: Does South Africa have a choice
June 05, 2023 15:30 - 48 minutes - 45 MBWe are back from our long hiatus. Bring back your weekly entertainment. Today we are discussing whether or not South Africa really gave weapons to Russia, the Russian and Ukraine war, our BRICS partnership and so much more. We really look into what choices does South Africa have in its near future in defining itself as character of global politics.
E14 We Celebrate Celebrities not Academics
May 08, 2023 15:51 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBThis week MD and Khumo interrogate the question about why we celebrate celebrities but pass over the accomplishments of academics. Is this an issue that we face as the youth going forward? Has this led to academics being celebrity. Find out our answer is this episode. Don't follow and share and join us in unpacking what is Misunderstood
EP13 Additions been the same for far too long: The Problem with the Schooling System
May 01, 2023 15:45 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MB
EP12 Do Black Spaces Lead to Capital/White Flight?
April 24, 2023 15:45 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBCan you have blacks spaces without capital or white flight? A question the begs to ask whether or not we are able to be one integrated society: where race, capital and creed can co-exist peacefully. Find out on this episode with Letho and Khumo Don't forget to like, follow and share. Link is in the bio We hope you enjoy being Misunderstood
EP 11 The Exodus of Excellence
April 17, 2023 15:45 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBWe are back! Making our return for 2023. In this episode Letho and Khumo take deep dive into the current mass appeal to study abroad by many students in South Africa, particularly looking at the recent success of many students in the last two years. They unpack the reality, limitations and possibilities that come with this appeal and people actually taking the jump to go study abroad and gain a new experience. We hope you enjoy another day of being Misunderstood.
EP10 Everyone is black
December 19, 2022 16:35 - 1 hour - 80.7 MBIn the final episode for 2022 Khumo and Letho continue the conversation from last week and come to a completely different conclusion. Still viewing it from the same perspective but with different information and experiences. They speak about the struggles within the black community, with men and with society as whole. But the conclusion reached isn't one many would expect. So the question is, are we all black?
EP9 Black vs African Mindset
December 12, 2022 16:21 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBIn the second last episode of the season. Khumo ,along with Letho, try and shed light on the different mindset that exists with POC communities. At first glance it seem similar but there's distinct differences between African and Black mindset. Moreover, how they actualise within communities in around South Africa and Africa as whole. We hope enjoy another day being Misunderstood
EP8 Men's Conference
December 05, 2022 15:51 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBGetting closer to the end of the year, there was nothing to speak about. So we gave insight to the boys chat. Where literally everything and anything takes place. This really is a conversation that's all over the place Khumo accompanied with MD and Sabelo speak about all things concerning the boys. We hope you enjoy another day of being Misunderstood.
EP7 F*ck boy mentality and failed situationships
November 28, 2022 15:30 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBAs per usual Khumo is back. Unpacking another topic. An idea many of us have been witness to or embodied F*ck boy mentality. The concept of not caring, messing around and never committing to a significant other. This episode he's accompanied by Sabelo. A friend, a brother of his, who unpack his experience, his view of love, f boy mentality and his own failed situationships. We hope you enjoy another day of being misunderstood.
EP6 A new beginning
November 21, 2022 16:00 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBIn the absence of Kgosi, the show find a new identity and narrative. Khumo is always here to host and discuss the most controversial, misunderstood and difficult topics. However, he can't do it alone. So we introduce MD to the show who provides a different perspective, voice and view of the show. We don't know where this path goes. So come along on this journey with us. As we unpack what it means to be Misunderstood.
EP5 Dating in the 21st Century
November 15, 2022 15:30 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBThis episode as per usual Kgosi and Khumo take us on journey. As they try to navigate and unpack the dating scene which is currently influenced by wokeism, social media and pressures of school. Unpacking their different outlooks of love and dating. As always you know they just trying to unpack things which have been Misunderstood.
EP4 Can you escape black tax? - Unpacking the black community
November 07, 2022 15:30 - 1 hour - 75.4 MBIn this episode, Kgosi and Khumo dive deeply into the limitations of the black community. Engage with the different concepts that have kept the community shackled by its oppression and entrapped in a mental which doesn't allow for success—discussing very difficult conversations which are disregarded and misinterpreted. Disclaimer This is not a lecture but rather a way of thinking that many people should consider and make sense of. To escape the mental prison of oppression, prejudice and othe...
E3 We kinda get Kanye
October 31, 2022 15:21 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBThis week's episode is hosted by none other than Kgosi and Khumo looks at Ye's current rant, formally known as Kanye. Unpacking his action from "white lives matter" to his statements about the Jewish community. They unpack probably one of the most misunderstood men of the 21st Century. They don't condone his actions but we question his behaviour and find some truth to what he is doing. If you want to understand it fully feel free to listen to the whole episode and come have a conversation wi...
E2 We don't care about your labels
September 30, 2022 13:50 - 1 hour - 59 MBIn this episode Kgosi and Khumo discuss how labels are absurd and affect the way we interact with one another in Society. Through unpacking and understanding what oppression looks like for individuals who are affected by the struggle and choosing the struggle, they come to an interesting conclusion as they unpack the very unique nuance and fine line. They try to fixed the blurred lines of the many misunderstood groups in society. To say it simply they don't care about your labels because they...
Pilot - Misunderstood episode 1
September 08, 2022 15:30 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBWelcome to the launch of Misunderstood, A podcast hosted by Khumo Kumalo and Kgosi'tsile Mashugane. The episode the unpack their vision for the project and their dreams and aspirations. Join them on this journey as they try make sense of what it means to be Misunderstood. "This is a start of legacy" so be a part of the community and final become a leader in our community. We can't wait to see what's in story for the podcast.
E1 Pilot
September 08, 2022 15:30 - 18 minutes - 17.3 MBWelcome to the launch of Misunderstood, A podcast hosted by Khumo Kumalo and Kgosi'tsile Mashugane. The episode unpacks their vision for the project and their dreams and aspirations. Join them on this journey as they try to make sense of what it means to be Misunderstood. "This is a start of legacy" so be a part of the community and finally become a leader in our community. We can't wait to see what's in store for the podcast.
EPISODE 6| W/KAMO| NAVIGATING NEW TIMES
July 05, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBWe back. Come join us today as we discuss with Kamo a variety of topics. From Pride Month to the Euros we speak about what is trending and also what is interesting. Don't forget to follow Misunderstood on IG, Twitter, and Tiktok for more.
EPISODE 5| THE RETURN
March 09, 2021 11:30 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBI come back, we make our return from our short/long break. We catch up on what we have missed out on from the controversy of Troyshepard, Covid, and the reactions around the world. Also as in normal fashion, we lastly discussed sports as always. Misunderstood is back baby!!!
EPISODE 4| THE CRIME “MJOLO”
February 14, 2021 19:30 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBThis episode we talk about the Prem, NFL, Valentine’s days and our new up start instagram profile. Check out the episode
EPISODE 3| DO WHAT YOU LOVE W/SIMPHIWE
February 07, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 64.9 MBIn this episode we spoke about Valentine’s Day, Premier League and finish with South Africa and it market for the unofficial online market and chasing your dreams. With our guest Simphiwe.
EPISODE 2|A LOT HAS HAPPENED YET NOTHING HAS HAPPENED AT ALL
January 29, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBIn this episode we discussed about many sports events from the premiere league to the NFL. But we also discussed Soul and Bernie Sanders. But lastly we spoke about the new president and the poem read at the inauguration by Amanda Gorman. But finished the episode of with or predictions on a couple of events. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Episode 1| The launch, The beginning
January 18, 2021 14:52 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBThis is the first episode where we talk about the launch of the podcast, 2020 and 2021. But also catch up on all the crazy thing that are happening in the world like crypto currency and the USA. Lastest we talk about the most dreaded word of 2020, COVID-19.
Ep.1: Black lives matter
December 28, 2020 06:51 - 37 minutes - 35.1 MBWe look at the events which lead up to the death of George Floyd and we also talking about the environment of America. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ep.2 GBV and the silences
December 28, 2020 06:51 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MBThis epsiode was used to address what is currently happening to Women in South Africa --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ep.3 Women's month talk
December 28, 2020 06:51 - 30 minutes - 28.5 MBThis was a talk which spoke about women's month and the problem within South Africa --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ep.4 Women’s day
December 28, 2020 06:50 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBThe podcast was made to celebrate the women who organized the match we we celebrate yearly. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ep.5 Crazy week
December 28, 2020 06:50 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MBThis episode was recorded when there was a crazy week of things happening. Some were extremely devastating and other very opinionated but listen to hear it all. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ep.6 Interview with Simanga aka Lil Mozart
December 28, 2020 06:50 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBIn this episode we discuss his music. We also discuss what he has planned out for the near future will touching on his background --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Ep.7 The start of a revolution with the unknown change.
December 28, 2020 05:53 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBThis episode we discuss the the election which will be happening in the USA. We also discuss Black Lives Matter: Jacob Blake and Breonna Taylor. But lastly take about womens month and what has happened in the month of August. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app