The Jordan Harbinger Show 760: Bradley Steyn | Undercover with Mandela's Spies Part One
Dec 6, 2022
In this captivating discussion, Bradley Steyn, an expert on risk mitigation and racial injustice, shares his gripping experiences as a double agent during Apartheid in South Africa. He reflects on his traumatic childhood, including witnessing the horrific Strijdom Square massacre. Steyn recounts his recruitment by the oppressive regime and the moral complexities of his undercover work for the anti-Apartheid movement. His journey through trauma and identity in a divided society offers profound insights into the human experience amidst conflict.
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Apartheid Indoctrination
- Bradley Steyn recalls mandatory cadet drills in high school, learning songs about fighting perceived enemies.
- This instilled fear of "black danger" and "red danger", justifying the need for protection.
Contrasting Upbringing
- Steyn's parents contrasted with other white families by having black friends.
- Other families often treated their black staff poorly, highlighting the pervasiveness of racist ideology.
First Encounter with Racism
- Steyn witnessed a white man assaulting his family's gardener for not having a passbook.
- His mother intervened, physically defending the gardener and confronting the attacker.
