theREN Experience
The theREN Experience podcast inspires listeners to realize their potential by celebrating individuals who are making a difference in today's world. Hosted by Renatus Mshomba, the show features conversations with changemakers and thought leaders. Each episode aims to motivate and empower audiences to pursue their own paths of impact.
Episodes
Penuel the Black Pen - Intelligence, Mass Surveillance, and Money - theREN Experience #42
Penuel Mlotshwa is the host of The Penuel Show (@konvo_za ), a speaker, author of the book Penuel(ism) and is considered a controversial internet personality.[00:00] - Introduction[01:55] - Curse of Intelligence[08:44] - Socialism vs Capitalism [21:25] - Mass Surveillance [31:56] - Choosing Dictatorship[44:15] - The Poor Eaten By The Rich[50:51] - Why Charity is Destructive [58:18] - It Costs Your
Abba Amlak: Spirituality, Genetics, Truth, Prayer, and Fatherhood- theREN Experience #41
Abba Amlak is a thought-provoking speaker and spiritual figure known for exploring the nature of the soul, intelligence, and ancestral knowledge. Timestamp[00:00]: Spirits With Human Experience [03:33]: Man’s Search for Meaning [09:38]: How You Inherit Scars [18:30]: Breathing Right Conquers Fear[29:39]: Bases of All Human Knowledge[35:12]: You Have to Lie [43:22]: Rites of Passage [58:16]: Repet
Dr. Kelvin Kemm: Nuclear, Uranium, Coal, Economics, and Medicine - theREN Experience #40
About: Dr Kelvin Kemm is a nuclear physicist, past Chairman of the South African Nuclear Energy Corporation (NESCA) and has been involved in the development of the South African SMR program since its inception over two decades ago.Timestamp:[00:00]: Introduction[00:35]: Why Nuclear Isn’t What You Think / Capping Africa’s Electricity to 10%[06:22]: How Nuclear Works [08:29]: Nuclear and Medicine [1
Gogo Dineo - African Spirituality, Curse, Dreams, Soulmates, & Reincarnation - theREN Experience #39
Gogo Dineo Ndlanzi is a pre-eminent and pioneering sangoma who has successfully merged the sacredness of African spirituality with modern thinking. Timestamps:[00:00] - Healers and Creativity[05:02] – Souls, Reincarnation & Resurrection[18:14] – Becoming an Ancestor[25:10] – The Healing Process[29:53] – Parenting the Hard Way[41:44] – Victims or Villains[48:47]– Generational Curses [56:37] – S
Joshua Maponga: Culture, Spirituality, Ancestry, Religion, & Pan-Africanism - theREN Experience #38
Joshua Maponga is a Zimbabwean speaker, entrepreneur, philosopher, author, and founder of Farmers of Thoughts.Timestamps:00:00 – What is Pan-Africanism?05:47 – Africans Wrote First10:40 – African Spirituality is a Lifestyle14:50 – Gods at War20:57 – Let’s Talk Spirit Again24:54 – How global lies distort African truth.30:23 – How Propaganda Kills Nations34:14 – Theft, silence, and academic gatekeep
David Hundeyin - Ibrahim Traoré, Russia, IMF, WB, Debt, and Democracy - theREN Experience #37
David Hundeyin is a Nigerian investigative journalist and author of The Jungle: A Personal Journey with the Enfant Terrible of Nigerian Journalism. He is also the founder of West Africa Weekly, a Substack newsletter.
Penuel the Black Pen: The Scam Story of Money and Divorce Before Marriage - theREN Experience #36
Siddharth Kara: Congo, Cobalt, Slavery, Torment, Exploitation, and Batteries - theREN Experience #35
Siddharth Kara is an author, researcher, screenwriter, and activist on modern slavery. His latest book "Cobalt Red: How the Blood of the Congo Powers Our Lives" investigates the atrocities of Cobalt mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Timestamps:[00:00] - Intro[00:45] - Why Cobalt is Important [03:55] - Congo’s Role in World Development[08:12] - Msiri’s Grandson Role in Lumumba’s
DJ Shiti - theREN Experience #34
DJ Shiti is a Kenyan comedian and actor.
Robert Burale: Love, Purpose, Marriage, TB Joshua, Divorce, and TikTok - theREN Experience #33
Robert Burale is a writer, event host, pastor, image consultant, and motivational speaker. He is the founder of Naked Truth and the author of the latest book, "The Three Hearts of a Man," available for purchase.
Peter Biar: Child Soldier, Civil War, Imprisonment, Virtue, Being President - theREN Experience #33
Peter Biar is a South Sudanese scholar, peace activist. and former political prisoner. He is also the founder of Revive South Sudan Party.Timestamp[00:00] - Not Talking About Yourself[02:25] - Being A Child Soldier [09:48] - Civil War in Sudan [19:23] - Losing Direction [28:21] - Society Built Virtue[30:25] - People Looked Away When We Started Killing Each Other[33:04] - My Father Signed Me To Mil
Milton Allimadi: Palestine, Hamas, Israel, Land Colonisation, Springboks - theREN Experience #32
Timestamp:[00:00] - Intro[00:14] - How the Israel State was Created [10:34] - Is Hamas a Terrorist Organisation?[21:26] - The World Has Abandoned the Palestinians [30:39] - Who Are the Hamas[41:30] - Africa’s Position with Palestine [49:00] - The Future of Palestinians [50:26] - Silencing & Intimidating People [54:13] - South Africa’s Springbok 3rd Rugby World Cup[56:38} - Closing
Gerald Horne: Marxism, Capitalism, Socialism, and Economics - theREN Experience #31
Gerald Horne is a professor, historian, and author of more than 40 history books and 100 published articles.
Joshua Maponga: Marriage, Economic Warfare, Politics, & Revolution - theREN Experience #30
Joshua Maponga is a Zimbabwean speaker, entrepreneur, philosopher, author, and founder of Farmers of Thoughts.Timestamp[00:00] - Introduction [01:04] - Royal Unification[02:24] - Ancestral Knowledge Systems[05:05] - Consciousness [06:55] - You Must Have Two Wives [12:14] - Chinese Reorganising Population [15:03] - Brics Taking Away Africa’s Most Powerful Countries[18:40] - Nuclear Weapons &
David Hundeyin - FBI, Death To Wakanda, Divorce, Climate Spin, Retiring - theREN Experience #29
David Hundeyin is a Nigerian investigative journalist and author of The Jungle: A Personal Journey with the Enfant Terrible of Nigerian Journalism. He is also the founder of West Africa Weekly, a Substack newsletter.Timestamp:[00:00] - Introduction[01:56] - The Jungle[03:36] - Polish Entrepreneur Who Defrauded Nigerian Investors [06:14] - My Next Book of Untold Stories [08:42] - Failed Marriage,
Joshua Maponga - Ubuntu, Spirituality, Maponga's Gospel, Money, and Niger - theREN Experience #28
Joshua Maponga is a Zimbabwean speaker, entrepreneur, philosopher, author, and founder of farmers of thoughts.Timestamp: [00:00] - Rewiring Young African Minds [03:04] - Intro [03:40] - From a Bishop to African Spirituality [10:17] - Religion as Moral Compass is an Illusion [19:21] - Reasons for Coup in West Africa [30:28] - US Drone Program in Niger[36:21] - A Message to ECOWAS and President Tin
Penuel The Black Pen - The Matrix, Sex, Thinking, Penuelism, and Language - theREN Experience #27
Penuel Molotsi is the host of The Penuel Show (@thepenuelshow ), a speaker, author of the book Penuel(ism) and is considered a controversial internet personality.Timestamp: [00:00] - Intro [00:35] - Language Is A Magic Tool [03:25] - We Are Miseducated [06:40] - African leadership Academy[07:43] - You Can’t Be Independent[13:27] - We Don’t Want Jobs[14:31] - Why Wealthy People Fund Schools [15:3
Walter Mwambazi: Religion, Poverty, Spirituality, Evolution, and Slave Trade - theREN Experience #26
Walter Mwambazi is a reverend, thought leader, networker, marketer, author, columnist, blogger, coach, media personality, and influencer.Timestamp: [00:00] - Trailer[00:39] - History Of How Christianity Was Institutionalized[03:25] - Religion Is Created By Man To Connect With The Divine[05:11] - Gnosticism: Man’s Self Journey Finding God Within [06:46] - Understanding Religion Vs Spirituality[11:
Robert Burale: Masculinity, Dressing, Addiction, Parenting, and LGBTQ - theREN Experience #24
Robert Burale is a writer, event host, pastor, image consultant, and motivational speaker. He is the founder of Naked Truth and the author of the latest book, "The Three Hearts of a Man," available for purchase.Timestamps:[00:00] - Trailer[00:35] - Dress for Success: You Are Addressed How You Dress[02:02] - Style Tips for Young People[02:22] - Essential Wardrobe Staples for Men[05:18] -
PLO Lumumba: Greed, Dead Aid, Afro Currency, Revolution, and Liberation - theREN Experience #23
PLO Lumumba is a professor, Founder of the PLO Lumumba Foundation, and a consultant with Lumumba and Lumumba Advocates, a member of the Africa Justice Group (AJG).
Dale Dawson - Embracing Uncertainty: The Key to Realizing Your Potential - theREN Experience #22
Dale Dawson is an investment banker, entrepreneur,, founder, Chairman & CEO of Bridge2Rwanda.Timestamp [00:00] - Trailer[01:27] - Introducing Rwanda's Intori Dancers[02:16] - Overcoming Fear of Life After Graduation[03:10] - Finding and Nurturing Talented Leaders and Entrepreneurs[08:04] - Insights from Living in Rwanda for Over a Decade[11:45] - Working with President Paul Kagame: My Exp
Milton Allimadi: African Currency, Malcolm X, Industrialization, Adwa Battle - theREN Experience #21
Milton Allimadi is a Professor of African History, author, and publisher. His recent book ADWA: Empress Taytu & Emperor Menelik in Love & Wa is now available on Amazon.Timestamp:[00:00] Trailer[01:03] Introduction[01:27] Why knowing your identity is important[06:24] Battle of Adwa: Ethiopia defeats Italy[13:09] Milton's book on the Battle of Adwa[14:39] Debunking Chinese debt trap pro
Kambale Musavuli: Congo's Resource Curse, Cobalt Chaos, Rebels Unmasked - theREN Experience #20
Kambale Musavuli is a renowned Congolese human rights advocate and a perceptive geopolitical commentator dedicated to unveiling resource exploitation, power struggles, and the plight of the Congolese people.Timestamps:[00:00] - Trailer[00:59] - Introduction[01:28] - Why I am Based in Africa[01:45] - Kwame Nkrumah's 7-Year Plan[02:19] - Nkrumah's Far-reaching Influence[03:03] - Legacy of
David Hundeyin: Flutterwave, Obi, Tinubu, Boko Haram and Assassination - theREN Experience #19
David Hundeyin is a celebrated Nigerian investigative journalist, and an insightful political analyst focused on exposing corruption and power dynamics.Timestamps[00:00] -Trailer[01:10] - Intro[01:35] - Do You Feel Safe?[09:58] - Getting Into Investigative Journalism[16:46] - David’s Research Process[17:39] - Flutterwave: The African Unicorn Built On Quicksand[51:26] - Reaction After Flutterwave P
Rutendo Matinyarare: Mugabe's Legacy, Sanctions, TikTok, Vusi, and Stories - theREN Experience #18
Rutendo Benson Matinyarare is a renowned Zimbabwean anti-sanctions activist and a marketing strategist specializing in branding.Timestamp[00:00:00] - Trailer[00:01:08:10] - Intro[00:01:33:13]- Awakening Africans[00:02:13:19] - Apartheid: Ideological Conflict With Vusi Thembekwayo[00:08:24:14] - Having Tough Conversations[00:10:24:18] - Understanding Zimbwabwes Sanction[00:13:16:03] - Mugabe Taking
Gerald Horne - Pan-Africanism, Gadaffi, Nkuruma, Lumumba, and Cuba - theREN Experience #17
Gerald Horne is a professor, historian, and author of over 40 books and 100 articles on history.Podcast's social:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renexperience/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/therenexperience/?viewAsMember=trueTimestamp00:00:00:00 - Trailer00:00:51:22 - Introduction 00:01:41:16 - Our Call To Educate00:03:43:12 - Gerald Horne: The Walking Library 00:03:55:20 -
Jean Pierre: Psychology, Identity, Ubuntu, Suffering, and Knowledge - theREN Experience #16
Jean Pierre is a senior clinical psychologist at Solid Minds who blends cross-cultural methods to help people recover from life's adversities and prolonged stress.Timestamp[00:00] - Trailer[00:48] - Intro[01:12] - Understanding Clinical Psychology[03:13] - Why is It Important To Heal[05:16] - Training of Clinical Psychologists[06:45] - Stigma, Culture, and Mental Health[09:42] - Maslow's
Mimi Kalinda: Afrobeats, Storytelling, Human Nature, Reading, and Thinking - theREN Experience #15
Mimi Kalinda is a multilingual writer and coach who is passionate about the "African" story and eager to see Africa transform. Her personal ambition is to travel extensively throughout the world.
Gerald Horne - Political Assassinations, Colonialism, Racism, China, and USA - theREN Experience #14
Gerald Horne is a Professor, historian, and author of more than 40 books.
Vusi Thembekwayo - Mindset, Storytelling, Entrepreneurship, Family, Open AI - theREN Experience #13
Vusi Thembekwayo is a renowned South African speaker, author, entrepreneur, and mentor in demand as a catalyst for business change.
Freya Zaninka: Trauma, Burnout, Depression, Anger, Genocide Against The Tutsi -theREN Experience #12
Freya Zaninka is a clinical psychologist at solid minds, working with patients suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, identity crisis, stress, and burnout.
Fred Swaniker: Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Relationships, ALA, ALU - theREN Experience #11
Fred Swaniker is a Ghanaian serial entrepreneur and leadership development expert. He is the founder of ALG, comprising ALA, ALU, The ROOM, and ALX.
Karabo Molotsi: Content Creation, Storytelling, Leadership, and Re-branding Africa - theREN Experience #07
Karabo Molotsi is a seasoned content and live producer, editor, voice-over artist, copywriter, and strategist based in East of Johannesburg, South Africa. Karabo has over 12 years of full-time media and communication experience.
Zachariah Mampilly: Political Uprising, Wealth Inequality, Nepotism, Sankara - theREN Experience #08
Zachariah Mampilly is a political scientist, professor, and author of multiple books, including Rebel Rulers: Insurgent Governance and Civilian Life During War. He is the Director of Africana Studies and Associate Professor of Political Science and International Studies at Vassar College.
Hatim Eltayeb: Philosophy, Evolution, Thinking, Communication, and ALA - theREN Experience #09
Hatim Elayeb is an aspiring life-long educator, philosopher, and C.E.O. of the African Leadership Academy, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Josh Adler: Entrepreneurship, Storytelling, Anzisha Prize and Leadership - theREN Experience #10
Josh Adler is vice president of growth and entrepreneurship at Anzisha. Anzisha is a program at ALA that aims at celebrating innovative young African entrepreneurs with awards, including a $25,000 grant.
Jesse Forrester: African Electric Vehicles, Entrepreneurship, and University - theREN Experience #03
Jesse Forrester is a Greentech entrepreneur and a pioneer of electric vehicles in Africa.
Gemma Sisia: Education, Religion, Leadership, and Student Development - theREN Experience #05
Gemma Sisia is a humanitarian, social entrepreneur, and founder of St Jude's School in Arusha, Tanzania.
Milton Allimadi: Sankara, Political Assassination, Conspiracy Theories - theREN Experience #05
Milton Allimadi is a Professor of African History, Author, and Publisher. We talk African assassinations, debt colonialism, and conspiracy theories.
Richard Mshomba: African Economic Integration, China Debt, Corruption - theREN Experience #06
Richard Mshomba is a professor, economist, author, and expert in development economics and international economics focusing on African Countries. He's the author of "Economic Integration in Africa: The East African Community in Comparative Perspective.
John Amanam: Pioneering Dark Hyperrealist Prosthetics - theREN Experience #02
John Amanam is the first African Nigerian sculptor and prosthetic artist to creating dark prosthetic limbs.
Sydney Scott: Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Building Africa’s Brands - theREN Experience #01
Sydney Scott is a brand strategist, designer, and entrepreneur on a mission to building a million African brands.
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