Episode 40|Chinua Achebe,highlights of October,Springboks winning Rugby world cup, SUMMER WALKER.Welcome to Episode 40 of Backroomconvo's with Lesego M! In this exciting solo episode, Lesego takes you through all the incredible highlights of the month. Lesego starts off by sharing the joy of celebrating their birthday, making it an unforgettable moment. Next, Lesego dives into the thrilling Rugby World Cup final, where South Africa emerged victorious. Witness the passion and intensity that surrounded this historic event. Prepare yourself for a hilarious account as Lesego describes an amusing encounter involving Zodwa Wabantu and DJ Maphorisa. You won't believe what happened when Zodwa decided to do some tweaking right in front of DJ Maphorisa! Get ready to groove with the "Song of the Day" by Summer Walker and J. Cole titled "Audio Hugs." Let this melodic tune fill your ears and uplift your spirits. To enrich your literary repertoire, Lesego shares their recommendation for the "Book of the Day." Immerse yourself in the timeless classic "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe. Explore the intricate storytelling and thought-provoking themes within its pages. Join Lesego M in this captivating episode, filled with personal anecdotes, exciting sports moments, intriguing celebrity encounters, delightful music, and captivating literature. Tune in now and let Backroomconvo's take you on a journey that will leave you inspired and entertained!

Episode 40|Chinua Achebe,highlights of October,Springboks winning Rugby world cup, SUMMER WALKER.Welcome to Episode 40 of Backroomconvo's with Lesego M! In this exciting solo episode, Lesego takes you through all the incredible highlights of the month. Lesego starts off by sharing the joy of celebrating their birthday, making it an unforgettable moment. Next, Lesego dives into the thrilling Rugby World Cup final, where South Africa emerged victorious. Witness the passion and intensity that surrounded this historic event. Prepare yourself for a hilarious account as Lesego describes an amusing encounter involving Zodwa Wabantu and DJ Maphorisa. You won't believe what happened when Zodwa decided to do some tweaking right in front of DJ Maphorisa! Get ready to groove with the "Song of the Day" by Summer Walker and J. Cole titled "Audio Hugs." Let this melodic tune fill your ears and uplift your spirits. To enrich your literary repertoire, Lesego shares their recommendation for the "Book of the Day." Immerse yourself in the timeless classic "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe. Explore the intricate storytelling and thought-provoking themes within its pages. Join Lesego M in this captivating episode, filled with personal anecdotes, exciting sports moments, intriguing celebrity encounters, delightful music, and captivating literature. Tune in now and let Backroomconvo's take you on a journey that will leave you inspired and entertained!https://d3t3ozftmdmh3i.cloudfront.net/production/podcast_uploaded_episode/37614957/37614957-1698772996492-731af3e852136.jpg

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