News24 The Lead

A conversation with Adriaan Basson about News24's new podcast

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Dive deep into the stories shaping our world with The Lead, News24's definitive daily podcast for in-depth reporting. Join our host Graeme Raubenheimer every week as he engages in candid conversations with News24's top journalists, and discover what they saw, heard, and uncovered in their relentless pursuit of the big story. A new edition drops every night, Monday to Thursday at 19:00 SAST on News24, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Share your views, news tips, and voice notes: WhatsApp: 072 562 3179 or email: thelead@24.com. Let’s chat all this and more, right here on The Lead on News24!
6 Mar English South Africa News · Society & Culture

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