The So What?
Claim This Podcastby J P Landman & Ruda Landman
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<p>In this series, we have conversations that South Africans need to hear. Veteran journalist and media personality Ruda Landman has in-depth conversations with Political & Trend Analyst J P Landman, who uses data and facts to cut through the hearsay, conspiracies and misinformation to get to the heart of issues affecting every citizen. Whether it's load shedding, corruption, politics, economics, foreign policy or anything in between, each episode will empower you with the knowledge you need to make your own informed decisions and opinions about the true state of the nation.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 27, 2026
On Satellites, South Africa and Starlink
<p>In this episode JP looks at the players in the low-earth-orbit satellite industry; who is operating in South Africa, where Starlink fits in, and what the possibilities are for the future.</p><p>For more about JP, and to read his newsletter, please <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.jplandman.co.za">visit his website</a>.</p>
June 22, 2026
The Achilles Heel of South Africa: Local Government
<p>In this episode JP discusses what is being done to change our municipal system in order to safeguard funds for maintenance and capital investment, as well as instituting a framework for running coalitions.</p><p>For more about JP, and to read his newsletter, please <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.jplandman.co.za">visit his website</a>.</p>
March 23, 2026
US, China, South Africa: Quo Vadis?
<p>In this episode we look at the big picture, especially the shifting trade relations between SA, China and the US.</p><p>For more about JP, and to read his newsletter, please <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.jplandman.co.za">visit his website</a>.</p>
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- What is The So What??
<p>In this series, we have conversations that South Africans need to hear. Veteran journalist and media personality Ruda Landman has in-depth conversations with Political & Trend Analyst J P Landman, who uses data and facts to cut through the hearsay, conspiracies and misinformation to get to the heart of issues affecting every citizen. Whether it's load shedding, corruption, politics, economics, foreign policy or anything in between, each episode will empower you with the knowledge you need to make your own informed decisions and opinions about the true state of the nation.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates bi-weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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