Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu Bring Leading Podcasts to TV
Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu Bring Leading Podcasts to TV. If you sometimes miss them because of data issues, do not despair. Eight of the most influential and disruptive podcasts and YouTube shows coming to TV. They are about coming as real, raw and energetic as they have always been.
The podcasters and content creators have joined forces with Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu for an extraordinary collaboration. This groundbreaking shift brings a fresh wave of energy, giving the youth a platform that resonates with their interests. With this addition, the youth segment on these channels will be enhanced, offering programming that speaks directly to young viewers in their own language and addressing the topics that are of interest to them.
The podcasts will delve into a variety of topics such as celebrity gossip, awkward dating confessions, amapiano culture deep dives, raw prison stories and more.
The weekly line-up has something for every Mzansi viewer:
Mzansi Wethu (DStv Channel 163)
- Piano Pulse – Hosted by Munaka, Thakgi, and Sfiso, it explores various aspects of Amapiano, including artist interviews, industry trends and cultural discussions. From Monday, 7 April at 17:30.
- PNC (People Need Comedy) with Mpho Popps – Hosted by Mpho Popps, Tsitsi Chiumya, and Farieda Metsileng, PNC offers hilarious takes on life, culture and personal stories, with comedy at the heart of every discussion. From Tuesday, 8 April at 17:30.
- Podcast and Chill with MacG – Hosted by Macgyver “MacG” Mukwevho, Sol Phenduka, and the “Ghost Lady.” The show offers candid conversations on entertainment, pop culture and current events, often featuring celebrity interviews. From Wednesday, 9 April at 17:30.
- Against the Wall Podcast with Skeem GP– It’s all about unfiltered prison stories, resilience and survival, a journey towards rehabilitation, reintegration back into society, leadership and active citizenship. From Thursday, 10 April at 17:30.
- Open Chats – It delves into topics like relationships, personal growth and societal issues. Hosted by Mthokozisi Methula and Sino, it features engaging discussions with guest speakers, offering diverse perspectives on contemporary topics. From Friday, 11 April at 17:30.
- Spreading Humours – Hosted by Seemah, Yanda and Zille, the show offers candid discussions on social media trends, youth culture and current events, delivering engaging and humorous content for listeners. From Saturday, 12 April at 20:30
Mzansi Magic (DStv Channel 161)
- Awkward Dates with Lasizwe – Offers a fresh and entertaining look at the awkward moments that arise during celebrity dates. Created and hosted by Lasizwe, the show blends humour with candid conversations. From Saturday, 12 April at 21:00.
- Joseph Dary: Exchanging Phones– is best known for his “Switching Phones for 60 Seconds” segment, where couples exchange and check each other’s phones, exploring relationships, loyalty and transparency in the digital age. From Saturday, 12 April at 21:30.
