PBD Podcast “South Africa's Economic Genocide" - Entrepreneur Rob Hersov SLAMS Corrupt Gov't, Zuma & Racist Laws | PBD Podcast | Ep. 589
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May 21, 2025 
Rob Hersov, a South African entrepreneur and investor known for his bold views on politics, joins to discuss the rampant corruption crippling his homeland. He critiques the legacies of Jacob Zuma and Cyril Ramaphosa, highlighting the economic collapse and rising racism. Hersov calls for U.S. intervention and addresses the failures of B-BBEE policies that benefit a select elite. He shares personal anecdotes and reflections on land ownership inequities, making a compelling case for the need for governance reform and renewed international relations.
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Elon Musk Values Feedback
- Rob Hersov shares how Elon Musk personally values candid feedback to improve his work. - Musk thanked Rob for offering honest input during a brief meeting at SpaceX.
Rob Hersov’s Murdoch Entry Anecdote
- Rob Hersov recounts his entry into Rupert Murdoch's media empire through an unusual, nearly silent interview. - His close work with Murdoch involved analyzing business plans weekly, helping the mogul discern valuable deals quickly.
Slip from Promise to Crisis
- South Africa’s economic and social decline began worsening under Jacob Zuma's corrupt regime from around 2008. - Cyril Ramaphosa, though initially hopeful, has continued many of the detrimental policies leading to economic ruin.