The Pioneer Podcast

#22 - Safely Through the Crowd

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, listen to Ernst Roets’ recent speech delivered at the International Conservatism Summit in Bratislava. Titled “Safely Through the Crowd: Building Resilient Institutions in Hostile Circumstances,” the speech addresses the extent to which South Africa is faltering due to government overreach. More importantly, it highlights the remarkable efforts of the Afrikaner community in building resilience through the Solidarity Movement's network of institutions.
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#21 Jeremy Carl - Racism in America

In episode 21 of The Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets spoke with Jeremy Carl, a Senior Fellow at the Claremont Institute and author of The Unprotected Class, about racism in the United States. What are your thoughts on how societal structures contribute to or combat this problem?

#20 - Trump 2.0

Even though Donald Trump has been accused of every horrible thing you can possibly imagine, and the worst imaginable predictions were made about what a (second) Trump administration would lead to, he won the 2024 election by a landslide. In this episode, I discuss the underlying factors that ought to be considered when trying to make sense of Trump 2.0.
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#19 Steve Hofmeyr - Trump, BELA and media labels

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, I speak with singer, author and activist, Steve Hofmeyr on the American presidential election and the controversial BELA Bill. We take a closer look at the differences between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, the Republican campaign and what made the difference in the election. Furthermore, we discuss the protest that was held in Pretoria against the BELA Bill and the impact of the biggest Afrikaner protest since 1994.

#18 Penuel The Black Pen - Is the Rainbow Nation a pipe dream?

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets sat down with podcaster and activist Penuel The Black Pen, for a thought-provoking conversation on South Africa’s complexities. Together, they explore the country’s cultural diversity, the realities of managing it to ensure peace and prosperity and whether the ideal of a “Rainbow Nation” can endure. They also discuss the sacrifices required from all communities to achieve this.
What do you think?
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#17 Flip Buys - The Solidarity Movement

In this episode of The Pioneer Podcast, Flip Buys, Chairperson of the Solidarity Movement, delves into the history and mission of the movement. He explains what makes the Solidarity Movement unique and how its network of over 50 institutions is working towards a free, safe, and prosperous future for the Afrikaner people in South Africa. Buys also reflects on how the failure of the state and the ANC government was predicted in the 1990s, and why proactive planning was essential to protect the Afrikaner minority. He further highlights the role of community organizations, the Afrikaner tradition of self-help, and the extraordinary growth of the Solidarity Movement since its founding in 1997.
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#16 Why we are conservative... and why you should be too.

In this week’s episode, I discuss why we are conservative, and why you should be too. I explain why conservatism is anti-ideology, how it differs from certain mainstream ideologies, especially in as far as the conservative conception of the interaction between the individual and the community is concerned, and also what some of the most important core tenets of conservatism are.
Do you agree? Let us know in the comments.

#15 Dr. Willem Gravett - Azania Critical Theory

In the latest episode of The Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets engages in a compelling conversation with Dr. Willem Gravett, a law lecturer at Akademia, to explore the intriguing concept of Azania Critical Theory. Dr. Gravett delves into the foundational ideas behind the theory, the aspirations of its theorists, and the potential impact it could have on society. The conversation also covers the media's role in shaping this narrative, delves into the concept of microaggressions, and concludes with insights on how individuals and universities should respond to this phenomenon

#13 Martin van Staden - Race laws in South Africa

Martin van Staden from the Free Market Foundation explains the Race Law Index and extent of race mania in South Africa. He dives into the extent and impact of laws relating to so-called Black Economic Empowerment (BEE). We discuss whether these laws actually do what they proclaim and conclude with a conversation about practical steps on how to combat racially discriminatory laws.
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#13 Professor Koos Malan - The predicament of the West

In episode 13 of The Pioneer Podcast, Ernst Roets sits down with Professor Koos Malan, a constitutional scholar. Professor Malan shares insights on Western civilization, the challenges facing the West today, and why Western traditions and cultures are under increasing pressure.
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