Soweto Magz Podcast

About Soweto Magz Podcast

Soweto Magz: The Culture Moves With Us Curated by Shembas MhlabaWonke, Soweto Magz is more than a podcast, it’s a cultural platform dedicated to documenting, shaping, and amplifying the voice of the streets. Soweto Magz explores hip-hop beyond the music unpacking the stories, hustle, fashion, lifestyle, and mindset driving the culture forward. What to expect: • Unfiltered conversations with artists, DJs, creatives, athletes, and cultural leaders. • Spotlight features on emerging talent and underground movements. • Deep dives into hip-hop’s influence on fashion, lifestyle, sport, and identity • Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to events, music videos, and cultural moments • Articles, editorials, interviews, and visual storytelling covering the pulse of the culture. From podcasts and live interviews to written features and event coverage, Soweto Magz exists to give the culture a voice and a platform. Soweto Magz isn’t just covering the culture… we are the culture. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss).

Publisher

SOWETO MAGZ NETWORK

Category

music · music · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

21 Mar 2024

Latest episode

16 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

60 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Jul 2026

   Soweto Magz Podcast S06EP01 | We're Back. A New Season. A New Direction.

   The Soweto Magz Podcast returns with the official launch of Season 6. After a short break caused by technical setbacks, Shembas Mhlabawonke is back behind the microphone to share the next chapter of the Soweto Magz Network. In this episode, Shembas opens up about the challenges that forced the podcast to pause, why stepping away became necessary, and what inspired him to return with a fresh vision. He also reveals the future of the Soweto Magz Podcast, including plans to introduce dedicated shows covering hip-hop, music, fashion, basketball, interviews, and broader street culture under one platform. Season 6 marks more than just a comeback, it's the beginning of a new era. With the theme "The Culture Moves With Us," Soweto Magz continues its mission of documenting, celebrating, and contributing to South African culture through authentic conversations, storytelling, and community-driven content. Whether you're a long-time listener or discovering the podcast for the first time, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at where the platform has been and where it's headed next. In this episode: - The real reason behind the podcast break - Lessons learned from technical setbacks - The evolution of the Soweto Magz Network - The vision for Season 6 - New podcast shows coming soon - Building a media platform beyond one host - Why "The Culture Moves With Us" is the new direction Subscribe and follow the Soweto Magz Podcast on your favorite streaming platform so you never miss an episode. The Culture Moves With Us. #SowetoMagz #SowetoMagzPodcast #TheCultureMovesWithUs #SouthAfricanPodcast #HipHopCulture #StreetCulture #SouthAfricanHipHop #MusicPodcast #CreativeCulture #CulturePodcast #Johannesburg #Soweto #Media #Podcast #Shembas Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Copyright © 2026 Soweto Magz Net. All Rights Reserved

2. 

   14 May 2026

   Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP14 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 6

   Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity, confidence, and performance were put to the ultimate test. Shembas Mhlabawonke from Soweto Magz was once again on the ground, conducting interviews with some of the entrants to capture their stories, motivations, and the journey that led them to this moment. These conversations highlighted the passion behind the performances and gave deeper context to the voices shaping the next wave of South African music. The day also featured a powerful judging panel including OkaySwisher, Priddy Ugly, and Herc Cut The Lights, bringing a blend of artistry and industry experience to the selection process. A standout moment was the exclusive workshop hosted by DJ Switch, where Herc Cut The Lights broke down the making of his latest single “Askies Askies” featuring Priddy Ugly, offering rare insight into his creative process. As the competition intensified, so did the ambition with artists vying for a R10,000 home studio and a chance to perform at Resistance Fest. This episode captures the growth, lessons, and defining moments of Day 2, where talent met opportunity once again. #ShootUrShot #SowetoMagz #ResistanceFest #AMPDStudios #HipHopCulture #EmergingArtists #SouthAfricanMusic #WhoGotTheAux #CultureInMotion Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Copyright © 2026 Soweto Magz Net. All Rights Reserved

3. 

   14 May 2026

   Soweto Magz Podcast S04EP13 | ShootUrShot Workshop Day 2 Pt 5

   Day 2 of the #ShootUrShot Workshop at AMPD Studios, in collaboration with Resistance Fest, brought another wave of raw talent and elevated energy as 50 more selected artists stepped into the spotlight out of over 1,000 entries. The stage was set for a high-stakes showcase where creativity, confidence, and performance were put to the ultimate test. Shembas Mhlabawonke from Soweto Magz was once again on the ground, conducting interviews with some of the entrants to capture their stories, motivations, and the journey that led them to this moment. These conversations highlighted the passion behind the performances and gave deeper context to the voices shaping the next wave of South African music. The day also featured a powerful judging panel including OkaySwisher, Priddy Ugly, and Herc Cut The Lights, bringing a blend of artistry and industry experience to the selection process. A standout moment was the exclusive workshop hosted by DJ Switch, where Herc Cut The Lights broke down the making of his latest single “Askies Askies” featuring Priddy Ugly, offering rare insight into his creative process. As the competition intensified, so did the ambition with artists vying for a R10,000 home studio and a chance to perform at Resistance Fest. This episode captures the growth, lessons, and defining moments of Day 2, where talent met opportunity once again. #ShootUrShot #SowetoMagz #ResistanceFest #AMPDStudios #HipHopCulture #EmergingArtists #SouthAfricanMusic #WhoGotTheAux #CultureInMotion Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support (https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/soweto-magz-podcast--6127362/support?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=rss). Copyright © 2026 Soweto Magz Net. All Rights Reserved

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

YouTube views

4,917

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

1 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 21 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

14

Social presence

0

YouTube

68

Engagement

0