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The Overton Pod

The Overton Press

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Frequency: 1 episode/22d. Total Eps: 34

This current affairs podcast hosted by Jonathan Witt and Kanthan Pillay seeks to discuss and challenge those topics which fall within acceptable discourse, while introducing and expanding on ideas outside of the "Overton Window". In a world of curated information fed to the public by agenda driven corporate media hacks you deserve to be able to think for yourself and come to your own conclusions. Proudly brought to you by The Overton Press. Think Right...

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Ep33 - Dear John

Sunday, February 8, 2026 • Duration 01:54:26

Kanthan and Jonathan push back on the hysteria around the Jeffrey Epstein files, arguing that the saga is far less consequential than many claim. They then turn to John Steenhuisen’s fall from grace, unpacking what it means for his political future and the knock-on effects for the DA. The episode closes with a hard look at the prospects of South Africa’s most prominent political parties and who is actually positioned to survive the next electoral cycle.

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Ep32 - The Donroe Doctrine

Friday, January 16, 2026 • Duration 01:50:24

Jonathan and Kanthan unpack Trump’s revival of the Monroe Doctrine and what it signals for American power in the Western Hemisphere. From Venezuela and the arrest of Maduro, to the knock-on effects for Colombia, Cuba, and even Greenland, the hosts examine how far Trump is willing to push US influence and whether he might actually get away with it. The discussion then turns to the grinding war in Ukraine, protests erupting across Iran, and the increasingly punitive tax regime driving wealth and talent out of California.

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Ep31 - Your Questions We Answer

Saturday, December 13, 2025 • Duration 01:52:52

Kanthan and Jonathan hand the mic to the audience and tackle a wide-ranging set of questions, from South Africa’s leadership vacuum to what really matters heading into the US midterm elections. The conversation moves through the future of money, the logic of tax revolts, and whether the pen still carries weight in an age dominated by electronics. They close with a reflective look at what this year taught them and what they’re thinking as they head into 2026.

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Ep30 - The end for the UN?

Sunday, November 9, 2025 • Duration 01:43:44

Kanthan and Jonathan discuss whether electric vehicles truly represent the future of transport or just another technological dead end. This leads into a debate over the prospect of portable nuclear reactors and the broader tension between innovation and regulation. The hosts reflect back on the relevance of Musk’s Twitter acquisition, question whether the United Nations is a force for good or a relic of global bureaucracy, and end with a provocative discussion on South Africa’s fixation with racial and historical divisions, asking whether any thriving nation still defines itself that way.

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Ep29 - Charlie Kirk

Friday, October 3, 2025 • Duration 02:22:30

The assassination of Charlie Kirk has sent shockwaves through global politics, and the hosts take a step back to reflect on the event at a personal level. Jonathan and Kanthan weigh the implications of his killing, from the ripple effects in America to the broader geopolitical fallout that could reshape alliances and change politics worldwide.

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Ep28 - Exporting Failure

Monday, August 11, 2025 • Duration 01:11:38

Trump’s new tariffs hit South Africa hard, and Cyril Ramaphosa barely lifts a finger. This week, Kanthan and Jonathan unpack how the President’s failure to negotiate a better deal leaves the country exposed, and what it means for our already fragile economy. Then, the hosts turn to next year’s local government elections, weighing up the parties, the prospects, and the potential for yet another round of political farce.

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Special - Roman Cabanac Uncensored

Thursday, July 17, 2025 • Duration 02:07:09

On this special episode of the pod, Jonathan and Kanthan sit down with Roman Cabanac - a lawyer, podcaster, and sociopolitical commentator who until recently held the title of South Africa’s most talked about Chief of Staff.

We delve into how Roman became John Steenhuisen’s chief of staff, the truth behind his dismissal, the roles the ANC and the DA played in his removal, and the impact of the ensuing media hit jobs. It’s a candid conversation that sheds light on the intricate dynamics of South African politics and media.

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Ep27 - Apocalypse Later

Friday, July 4, 2025 • Duration 01:47:19

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.

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Ep26 - The Musk Trump Showdown

Saturday, June 7, 2025 • Duration 01:46:11

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.

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Ep25 - Trump vs Ramaphosa

Monday, May 26, 2025 • Duration 01:40:41

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.

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