The Burning Platform : USA Rep. Thomas Massie

Loading player...

How much money is too much in foreign aid?

First off catching up, Phumi and Gareth chat about some of the highlights that made news in recent times. Moving onto an interview with representative for Kentucky's 4th congressional district, Thomas Massie. He gives his insights on the American elections and what's to come.

28 Nov 2024 English South Africa Politics · News Various

Other recent episodes

Where is South Africa headed? Justice Malala gives his take, and more

Where is South Africa headed - and what should you be keeping your eye on? Journalist and political commentator Justice Malala reunites with Phumi Mashigo on Level Up to dissect some of the local and international political happenings. Fom Julius Malema looking “lonely and sad”, why Justice missed Mbeki and…

24 Apr 1 hour

What went wrong with South Africa's budget process?

What went wrong with South Africa’s budget process and does the Democratic Alliance (DA) have a case in their court challenge of Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s decision to hike Value Added Tax (VAT)? There has since been varying responses and reactions around this so Phumi tackles this point in our…

17 Apr 53 min

What are the blockages holding SA back? | Level Up with Phumi Mashigo

What are the blockages holding SA back? TikTok sensation Darren Campher shares some of his thoughts, as someone who has kept a keen eye on South Africa’s political happenings, making a new generation interested too. More than an interest in politics, he now plays an active role in it: After…

3 Apr 52 min

How does NEDLAC shape South Africa's future? | Level Up with Phumi Mashigo

With South Africa in dire need of faster economic growth - what role does the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) play in shaping South Africa’s future? In this episode of Level Up with Phumi Mashigo, Thulani Tshefuta from NEDLAC dives into their work to give some insight. They…

12 Mar 1 hour

Who's footing the bill for SA's healthcare woes?

What are the current priorities of South Africa’s health committee? From the NHI to tabled bills - there’s been a lot of talk, and a big spotlight, on the interaction of politics and health. Dr Kgosi Letlape joins Level Up this week to give his take, as a portfolio committee…

6 Mar 53 min

All episodes