The Punchline Podcast with Lawrence Seretse

Carol Radull: From Orapa’s Dust to East Africa’s Digital Sports Powerhouse

In this compelling episode of The Punchline Podcast, Carol Radull, Kenya’s foremost sports media powerhouse, joins Lawrence Seretse for a deep conversation on:Her childhood in Botswana’s diamond townHow she broke into journalism and built a 1.5M+ followingShe has worked with BBC, Reuters, SuperSport, and Radio Africa, building a huge digital footprint.Hosting Arsenal Fan TV’s Robbie Lyle in NairobiWhy African sports federations are failingBuilding the African Women in Sports networkShe’s candid, brilliant, and on a mission. Don’t miss this masterclass in media, movement-building, and what it takes to put African sports on the global map.

From Ecstasy to Empathy:Falsely Jailed for Rape, Drugs, Music, Old Naledi, GBV, Fingerprints are For Life

We bring you the gripping journey of G-Word, once known as Rude Boy. Falsely accused of rape at 19, jailed, blacklisted by his fingerprints, and battling addiction, he spiraled into darkness. But faith, reflection, and purpose pulled him back. Now the founder of Youth of Hope Safe Haven, G-Word shares a raw story of pain, prison, and powerful redemption.For every man silenced by stigma, this one’s for you.

Raped Twice. Betrayed Twice. The Fight For Justice

Two time rape victim, “Sarona” a pseudonym for a brave young woman who shares her harrowing story, was told she has no case. She speaks out about her ordeal. Carried a baby to full term and must live with the image of her perpetrator on her daughter’s face.This is a conversation about survival, broken systems, and the urgent need for reform. A must-listen for anyone who believes in justice, gender equity, and the power of giving voice to the voiceless.Sarona speaks not just for herself, but for the 93 victims reported in the December festive season, an additional 133 rape cases between Jan-Feb 2025 , and the countless others who never speak at all. Of all reported crimes, she said, 61% were related to gender-based violence: “With rape cases still from January 1 to February 9, we have recorded 133 rape cases compared to 151 rape cases recorded last year,” State President Minister Mohwasa revealed."Sarona's" resilience through depression, motherhood, and recovery shines as she finds healing through storytelling, poetry, film, and sisterhood.

MMA NASHA vs.THE STATE:The Secret Ballot Case That Changed Botswana's Political Course Forever

Margaret Nasha on Parliament, Power & Betrayal, Constitution Reform, Secret Ballot Court Battle & Why Parliament Never Recovered from CaptureIn this powerful episode, former Speaker of Botswana’s National Assembly, Margaret Nasha, sits down for an unflinching conversation about politics, power, and principle.As Botswana’s first female Speaker of the Tenth Parliament, Nasha reflects on her historic tenure, the fierce resistance she faced from the executive, and the legal showdown over secret ballot voting that tested the limits of parliamentary independence. She speaks candidly about why she left the BDP, her quiet entry into the opposition, and the personal and political costs of challenging authoritarian tendencies within her former party.Nasha also weighs in on the rise of coalition politics, Botswana’s stalled constitutional reform, the controversial death penalty, and the chronic exclusion of women in leadership. With wit, clarity, and conviction, she dissects the inner workings of government and what it will take to rebuild trust in public institutions.

UNDERDOG vs PARTY GIANTS: Ame Makoba’s Bold Gambit to Outfox Slumber, Balopi & Molefhi for BDP Crown

In this explosive episode we sit down with Ame Makoba, the 37-year-old political strategist, former BDP Executive Secretary, and former Private Secretary to the Minister at Ministry for State President., who’s now eyeing the BDP presidency at the upcoming elective congress in Maun on May 10th. As the ruling party grapples with its worst electoral defeat in history, Makoba emerges from political exile with a bold promise to reposition the BDP.Is he the fresh blood the party needs, or just another ambitious contender? With former vice president Slumber Tsogwane, Balopi, and Molefhi in his way, can the underdog really shake up the system?Tap in as we unpack his vision, political strategy, youth appeal, and the burning question: Can Makoba save the BDP?