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Is Cancel Culture a real thing? | #YMornings

When people get cancelled by social media users, what does it really mean? Personalities and artists such as R Kelly, Mampintsha, Chris Brown and Sjava who have been reported to be perpetrators of GBV, have since been "cancelled" by some social media users. Yet, in an on-air conversation between #YMornings and its listeners, it became evident that the same artists are still widely supported, even by some who may, at some point, have claimed to cancel them. Cancel culture is […]

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Karabo Poppy raises the bar with Nike!

Nike broadens its range with their latest global campaign - Nike By You. Nike has joined forces with several personalities for this initiative; with South African illustrator and renowned street artist Karabo Poppy being one amongst the stars. Poppy added her touch in the customisation of the popular Air Force 1 sneakers by ensuring that each detail pays homage to her significant style and roots. The sneakers display a sense of freedom and playful nature, bright vibrant palettes and mosaic patterns.  […]

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Favelo: A South African brand distributing to America #ThreadCount

23-year-old Sipho Phakathi​ was born and raised in Hillbrow, Johannesburg. A self-taught illustrator, and fashion designer. In 2012 Phakathi launched an international fashion brand called Favelo. Due to tuition fees being expensive Sipho says he never had any formal training nor studied at a professional institution. He learned everything he knows about fashion through his every day experiences and on the ground interaction. His fashion career began when he worked at Cotton On. He spent a total of 6 weeks […]

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#KrunchWithKhutso – Are you an overbearing partner?

We often talk about having an overly generous partner and how this comes with its pros and cons. But what are the thoughts when it comes to dealing with a strict and overbearing partner. Do you prefer to have a partner that practically calculates your every move for you or are you that partner? Psychologist Dr Better elaborated on this from a medical and psychological perspective on #KrunchWithKhutso Podcast stream by Fabrik.fm

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IDC offers funding opportunities for the arts industry

According to the National Film and Video Foundation, the South African film industry had a total of R42 million in box office earnings in the first half of 2019. This being almost a 247% increase from the first half of 2018. In-studio, #KrunchWithKhutso host, Khutso Theledi, had Maiijang Mpherwane, IDC Head of Media and Audio Visual. Who highlighted funding opportunities in his department that are available to South African applicants. Speaking on the overall criteria of most successful films such […]

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Beautiful Black Spotted Vitiligo Doll – A Representation Win

Self-love, body positivity and self-acceptance are a global focus but rarely does one zoom in on diseases, especially the incurable kind, that could easily affect ones outlook on life. Vitiligo is a disease that causes the loss of skin colour in “blotches.” It is a rare disorder, affecting between 0.5 percent and 1 percent of the population worldwide. The condition may be more noticeable in dark-skinned people but it actually affects all ethnic groups. The beautifully spotted Boitumelo Rametsi was […]

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Official statement from YFM

On October 16, it was brought to our attention via YFM social media platforms that independent contractor, Camagwini Mavovana, appointed as senior content producer, had posted racially discriminatory commentary on her personal social media account relating to a matter of broad public interest. The post in question stated the following: “Nicholas is representing his race well. Amnesia is something they’re good at, especially when they have to take accountability. Let the dog rot in jail and call it a day.” […]

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#OldSchoolHangout with David Kau

From previously disadvantaged, to Little Brown, to finally becoming the legendary creative that he is. A comedian, filmmaker and businessman… In-studio, for #OldSchoolHangout, YMornings had funny man, David Kau, chatting about how he built his empire, his longevity in business as well as how he continues to push boundaries in the entertainment industry. Kau’s position in the comedy and entertainment industry has been greatly impacted by the likes of Trevor Noah, Mpho Modikoane and Celeste Ntuli. Listen to this podcast […]

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Why South Africans don’t celebrate Halloween

The 31st of October is observed in most countries as Halloween – a day dedicated to utter spookiness. However, it isn't celebrated in South Africa as much as it should be. There are a few factors that could be the reasons behind Halloween not being as big of a phenomenon in SA as it is in the rest of the world. The most prominent being safety. The fun of Halloween, apart from dressing up, is the thrill of "Trick or Treating." […]

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