The Overton Pod

The so-called "12 day war" is over, Iran’s nuclear sites are smoking craters, and the world shrugs as World War 3 simply doesn't happen - again. This week, Kanthan and Jonathan break down how the US pulled off a once-unthinkable strike, and ask whether Netanyahu's legal headaches are a national security threat. Back in South Africa, the ANC crosses another DA red line (we’ve lost count), and the DA responds with its usual mix of stern social media rebukes and strategic paralysis. Proudly brought to you by The Overton Press.Subscribe at ⁠https://overtonpress.substack.com/ ⁠If you enjoyed this podcast please like, subscribe and share. Thumbnail by Darren De Lange - https://bit.ly/ddlcreates

Elon and The Donald are no longer besties and the hosts have thoughts. This week, Jonathan and Kanthan unpack the bizarre breakup between two of the world’s most polarising figures and what it says about the state of the MAGA movement. Closer to home, Steenhuisen’s surprise appearance at the Black Business Council raises eyebrows, as the DA finds itself under fresh scrutiny - from potential leadership shake-ups to its deteriorating relationship with freedom of speech. Proudly brought to you by The Overton Press. Subscribe at ⁠https://overtonpress.substack.com/ ⁠If you enjoyed this podcast please like, subscribe and share. Thumbnail by Darren De Lange - https://bit.ly/ddlcreates

Ramaphosa walks into the White House. What follows? Not quite what the headlines would have you believe. This week, Kanthan and Jonathan go behind the scenes of the South African President’s tense meeting with Donald Trump - a moment packed with geopolitical consequences and media distortion. They also break down Budget 3.0 and ask whether this latest attempt at fiscal rescue is bold reform or just more smoke and mirrors. Proudly brought to you by The Overton Press. Subscribe at ⁠https://overtonpress.substack.com/⁠ If you enjoyed this podcast please like, subscribe and share. Thumbnail by Darren De Lange - https://bit.ly/ddlcreates

Rising tensions on the subcontinent take centre stage this week as Jonathan and Kanthan unpack the fallout from a deadly terrorist attack in Kashmir. With India and Pakistan once again at loggerheads, the hosts explore the real possibility of war and what global powers might do in response. They also dissect Douglas Murray’s much talked about appearance on Joe Rogan, the DA’s unexpected victory against the VAT hike, and analyse Zelensky’s visit to South Africa in the broader context of shifting geopolitical alliances. Proudly brought to you by The Overton Press. Subscribe at ⁠https://overtonpress.substack.com/⁠ If you enjoyed this podcast please like, subscribe and share. Thumbnail by Darren De Lange - https://bit.ly/ddlcreates

On this instalment Kanthan discusses Trump’s plan for the American economy as elucidated by his Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent. Jonathan explores the slow collapse of academic institutions as overwhelming left wing ideology has started to chip away at their reputations. Turning back to home the hosts chat about whether Joburg can be fixed by anyone, and why the collapse of the State with a looming budget crisis may be a good thing.  Proudly brought to you by The Overton Press. Subscribe at ⁠https://overtonpress.substack.com/⁠ If you enjoyed this podcast please like, subscribe and share