Topic: Long Walk To Freedom

2 chapters across the catalog

NEETS
Episode 573 16:38 - 20:16

573: NEETS

Mandela Biopic, Race Relations and South African Toll Roads

A review of the Nelson Mandela biopic "Long Walk to Freedom" suggests the film may instigate racial tension rather than peace. In South Africa, President Jacob Zuma was booed at the memorial service amid corruption allegations. Additionally, the launch of a new electronic tolling system in Gauteng allowed citizens to track the unpaid tolls of Barack Obama's presidential limousine, "The Beast."

Uptalking Dudes
Episode 572 20:24 - 28:30

572: Uptalking Dudes

South Africa Toll Roads, Zizek Critique, Arthur Goldreich

The implementation of electronic toll roads in South Africa coincided with Nelson Mandela's death, sparking local controversy. The discussion references a critique by philosopher Slavoj Zizek regarding Mandela's perceived concessions to global capitalism. Additional mentions include the film adaptation of "Long Walk to Freedom" and the historical role of Arthur Goldreich in funding the ANC.