Bulelwa Hoala

South African satellite broadcaster DStv announced on Thursday that eight of South Africa’s influential podcasts are set to air on TV.
Starting from Monday, 7 April 2025, the likes of Piano Pulse, PNC (People Need Comedy) with Mpho Popps, Podcast and Chill with MacG, Against the Wall Podcast with Skeem GP, Open Chats, Spreading Humours, Awkward Dates with Lasizwe, and Joseph Dary: Exchanging Phones will air weekly on DStv channels Mzansi Magic and Mzansi Wethu.
According to a statement released by the broadcaster, the podcasts will delve into a variety of topics such as celebrity gossip, awkward dating confessions, Amapiano culture deep dives, raw prison stories and more.
Siz The World co-host Sol Phenduka, who also co-hosts Podcast and Chill with MacG, reacted to the news on social media.
“Si Phakathi Inside. Ons wil die televisie wees; and We DID. Internet is finally on TV and you don’t want to miss the movement as we’re making TV great again,” Sol wrote on X.
Watch the promo video:
Si Phakathi Inside 📍
— Thandubuntu Solomzi (@Solphendukaa) March 20, 2025
Ons wil die televisie wees; and We DID.
Internet is finally on TV and you 🫵🏽 don’t want to miss the movement as we’re making TV great again ‼️#MakingTVGreat#PhakatiInside pic.twitter.com/RFUrAhVMOh
See the full list of podcasts and the weekly lineup below:
Mzansi Wethu (DStv channel 163)
- Piano Pulse: hosted by Munaka, Thakgi, and Sfiso, it explores various aspects of Amapiano, including artist interviews, industry trends and cultural discussions. From Monday, 7 April at 17:30.
- PNC (People Need Comedy) with Mpho Popps: hosted by Mpho Popps, Tsitsi Chiumya, and Farieda Metsileng, PNC offers hilarious takes on life, culture and personal stories, with comedy at the heart of every discussion. From Tuesday, 8 April at 17:30.
- Podcast and Chill with MacG: hosted by Macgyver “MacG” Mukwevho, Sol Phenduka, and the “Ghost Lady.” The show offers candid conversations on entertainment, pop culture and current events, often featuring celebrity interviews. From Wednesday, 9 April at 17:30.
- Against the Wall Podcast with Skeem GP: It’s all about unfiltered prison stories, resilience and survival, a journey towards rehabilitation, reintegration back into society, leadership and active citizenship. From Thursday, 10 April at 17:30.
- Open Chats: It delves into topics like relationships, personal growth and societal issues. Hosted by Mthokozisi Methula and Sino, it features engaging discussions with guest speakers, offering diverse perspectives on contemporary topics. From Friday, 11 April at 17:30.
- Spreading Humours: Hosted by Seemah, Yanda and Zille, the show offers candid discussions on social media trends, youth culture and current events, delivering engaging and humorous content for listeners. From Saturday, 12 April at 20:30
Mzansi Magic (DStv channel 161)
- Awkward Dates with Lasizwe: Offers a fresh and entertaining look at the awkward moments that arise during celebrity dates. Created and hosted by Lasizwe, the show blends humour with candid conversations. From Saturday, 12 April at 21:00.
- Joseph Dary: Exchanging Phones: is best known for his “Switching Phones for 60 Seconds” segment, where couples exchange and check each other’s phones, exploring relationships, loyalty and transparency in the digital age. From Saturday, 12 April at 21:30.
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