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The Speakery

mandywiener 5 Episodes Jul 23, 2026

The Speakery is a curated series of intimate talks with authors, journalists, and thinkers, blending the intellectual energy of a literary festival with the exclusivity of a one-of-a-kind atelier experience. Each event aims to create unforgettable occasions of conversation, insight, and connection for engaged readers. The series is sponsored by Exclusive Books, a prominent bookseller.

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Dion Chang Jul 23, 2026 1295 Trend analyst and pet doula Dion Chang presents “A Pawfect Life” as a 21st-century guide to the changing world of pet parenting - from workplaces and AI to the technology shaping how we live with our pets.

Prev Reddy Jul 16, 2026 1575 Comedian, content creator, actor and author Prev Reddy discusses his debut memoir Qualified Disappointment. Whether you're familiar with Aunty Shamilla or discovering Prev's story for the first time, this conversation is honest, heartfelt and filled with both laughter and vulnerability.

Lebo Diseko Jul 9, 2026 1192 In The House at 6001, journalist Lebo Diseko traces the intertwined lives of her parents and her aunts and uncles who gathered, organised and resisted within their four-room Soweto house. From banning orders and exile to late-night parties filled with music and defiance, their story captures both the intimacy and the enormity of South Africa’s struggle.

Max du Preez Jul 2, 2026 1543 Fifty years on from June 16 1976, veteran journalist Max du Preez discusses his new book "The End of Normal" and reflects on witnessing the Soweto Uprising as a young reporter - an experience that challenged everything he thought he knew about South Africa. Max talks about investigative journalism, mental health and the rise of Afrikaner nationalism.

Rachel Kolisi and Zibu Sithole Jun 24, 2026 4019 Rachel Kolisi and Zibu Sithole join Mandy Wiener at The Speakery Live! to discuss their book Falling Forward.

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