{"id":18095,"date":"2023-03-11T14:30:30","date_gmt":"2023-03-11T12:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/?p=18095"},"modified":"2023-03-11T14:30:34","modified_gmt":"2023-03-11T12:30:34","slug":"coming-up-on-carte-blanche-12-march-2023","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.samdb.co.za\/blogs\/blog\/2023\/03\/11\/coming-up-on-carte-blanche-12-march-2023\/","title":{"rendered":"Coming Up On Carte Blanche – 12 March 2023"},"content":{"rendered":"
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WORLD WIDE WEBB<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been several weeks since \u2018that\u2019 interview on eNCA, and it remains a national obsession. Former Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter\u2019s heart-to-heart with journalist, Annika Larsen, flung dozens more pigeons into a coop already overrun by cats. And yet, in an outcome befitting the general malaise surrounding our power utility, many feel less informed now than they were before he decided to talk. Perhaps, come Sunday, we can change that.\u201d<\/em> – John Webb, Executive Producer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Mark Pilgrim: A Celebration<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

He lit up every room he entered. Easy-going, approachable and generous with his time, Mark Pilgrim will be remembered by many for how he made them feel. A radio legend and veteran television broadcaster, millions of South Africans are familiar with his distinctive voice and easy smile. But it\u2019s his courageous fight against a second cancer diagnosis – documented on his social media – that, more recently, propelled him into our hearts. Carte Blanche pays homage to a giant in broadcasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Producer: Sophia Phirippides | Research: Sinethemba Nogude<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eskom: The Intelligence Report<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Shortly after outgoing Eskom CEO Andre de Ruyter\u2019s explosive interview on eNCA, reports emerged of a secret intelligence dossier on which many of his damning corruption claims were based. It alleges the criminality, that has largely brought the utility to its knees, is controlled by four powerful cartels and that at least two high-ranking members of the Cabinet are involved. If true, the report is proof of corruption on an unprecedented scale that has plunged the country into darkness and threatens the unravelling of the political establishment. But why have none of those exposed in the dossier been named, let alone arrested? Carte Blanche investigates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Producer: Nicky Troll | Research: Jana Marx | Presenter: Bongani Bingwa<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Prophets for Profit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Edward van den Berg is a self-appointed visionary. After receiving a \u201ccommission from God”, he established the Immanuel Theology Institute International. Inspired by the parable of Moses, and offering certificates, diplomas and degrees, the so-called Doctor, Professor, Chancellor and Archbishop of his own multicampus online university insists he\u2019s leading his followers to the Promised Land. Trouble is, his institution isn\u2019t government accredited. So the self-proclaimed disciple of the \u201cMost High\u201d established his own accreditation bodies to certify his courses. Carte Blanche investigates the \u201cGeneral\u201d of God\u2019s bogus university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Producer: Kate Barry | Research: Siniketiwe Hlanze | Presenter: Claire Mawisa<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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IronMac: The Finish Line<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s one of the most unforgiving long-distance triathlons in the world: the IRONMAN Championship comprises an exhausting 3.8km swim, a grueling 180km cycle, and an intense 42km marathon. Undertaken after years of training by only the world\u2019s toughest athletes, IRONMAN tests the physical, mental and emotional fortitude of every contender. But for Carte Blanche\u2019s resident cycling enthusiast, Macfarlane Moleli, it was a promise made to a departed friend that pushed him into this elite competition. With just six months of intense training, Macfarlane confronted the ultimate challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Producer: Floris Kotze | Presenter: Derek Watts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CARTE BLANCHE: THE PODCAST<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Doomed Partnerships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Coalitions: it’s a word that’s become synonymous with failure. As yet another coalition crumbles – this time in Tshwane – Masa Kekana and Daily Maverick political journalist Queenin Masuabi look at why these shaky partnerships just won’t work. And we look at the disturbing case of alleged child sex trafficker Gerhard Ackerman<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ella\u2019s Triumph<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

From the Warsaw Ghetto to three concentration camps in Nazi-occupied Poland during World War II, to present-day Cape Town. The extraordinary story of one woman\u2019s will to survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Into the Octagon<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A champion-in-waiting, and a rising star in the Ultimate Fighting Championships. Could Dricus du Plessis and Cameron Saaiman be the future of UFC in SA?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listen Now<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

PICK OF THE WEEK<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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