5 Best South Africa Literature Podcasts

1. PAGECAST

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Pagecast is South Africa's biggest book podcast that offers insider interviews with recently published authors, delving into the creative processes and stories behind their latest works. As the leading platform for book lovers, Pagecast brings you the story behind the story, exploring the thoughts, ideas, and emotions that shape the country's most compelling literature.MORE Producer/Network PAGECAST
Email ****@jonathanball.co.za
Location South Africa
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 23Facebook 47.4KTwitter 8.3KInstagram 42.9K Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. TGE's Current Read

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Sam Herbst (co-host of The Great Equalizer) catches up with authors to chat about their books. TGE's Current Read offers word nerds, bibliophiles and literature buffs a glimpse into the mind of an author and showcases the latest books that the world's biggest publishing houses have on offer. Subscribe and join the conversation with TGE and authors from around the globe.MORE Hosts Sam Herbst, Charlene Armstrong
Email ****@thegreatequalizer.co.za
Location South Africa
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Facebook 1KInstagram 2.7K Avg Length 57 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. The Cheeky Natives

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The Cheeky Natives is a literary podcast primarily focused on the review, curatorship and archiving of Black literature. The show is hosted by the cheeky duo, Dr Alma-Nalisha Cele and Advocate Letlhogonolo Mokgoroane.MORE Hosts Dr. Alma-Nalisha Cele, Letlhogonolo Mokgoroane
Producer/Network The Cheeky Natives
Email ****@cheekynatives.co.za
Location Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
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Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 21 Avg Length 56 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. The Reading Room with Melanie Walker

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Can we entice you into our Reading Room?This is the place for lovers of language and literature, those of us who believe that reading is essential, as we seek to rise above the ordinary.another Solid Gold podcast #BeHeardMORE Host Melanie Walker
Producer/Network Solid Gold Podcasts
Email ****@solidgold.co.za
Location South Africa
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Apple Reviews 1Twitter 154Instagram 686 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

5. Short Story Corner

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Welcome to Short Story Corner, the podcast where we showcase the vibrant narratives and diverse voices of African authors. We are thrilled to guide you through the rich tapestry of stories that our continent has to offer.Story Corner aims to celebrate the power of stories and amplify voices that often go unheard. Through our podcast, we hope to bridge cultures, break stereotypes, and remind listeners of the universal language that is storytelling. Join us on this journey as we explore the magic of African literature, one short story at a time.MORE Host Lorraine Mutambiranwa
Producer/Network Lorraine Mutambiranwa
Email ****@cafecuriosity.co.za
Location South Africa
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Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 37 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact