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The Citizen
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Citizen
Dan Corder on his history-making TV deal and building trust with his audience
According to Dan Corder, the licence deal doesn't mean that eNCA will have editorial control over his content. In what is a first for South African podcasting, broadcaster Dan Corder's video podcast, The Corder Report, has been licensed for distribution by eNCA. 'The deal is amazing. Podcasting in South Africa is growing but in some ways we haven't been able to grow as much as because we haven't got funding, we haven't got people paying money, haven't had advertisers believing in podcasting, having legacy media recognising its value,' Corder told The Citizen. According to Corder, eNCA won't have editorial control over his content. 'eNCA saw the podcast, really enjoyed it and said 'we just want to license it, we don't want to change it, we don't want to have any editorial oversight, we just want this to be part of our stable',' shares Corder. Essentially, Corder will now be compensated by the broadcaster, which he says will allow him and his team to do more work. 'Our podcast didn't have money put behind it, we were just making it because we believed in it and I was spending money made from other places to pay the staff,' he said. 'We will post about half of the show in video form on YouTube but the full show only exists in video form on the eNCA website. It's exciting for viewers because now they get to see the full episode.' Corder has a show on eNCA which airs on Mondays. The podcast, licensed by the news broadcaster, airs from Tuesday to Friday. ALSO READ: 'I miss watching people's phones get stolen in real time' – Content creator Elsa Majimbo reminiscing about SA Corder the trusted storyteller He has built organic rapport with followers and now with a major news channel like eNCA. 'I think one of the reasons why people trust my storytelling is that I'm very real, like I'm very who I am, I'm very [much of] a human being,' says Corder. He says the authenticity he expresses on camera in his podcast or show comes from his background in radio, where he organically connected with listeners. 'I truly believe the best version of radio in the modern era is you need to be the person's best friend, sitting in the shotgun seat next to them in their car as they drive to work in the morning,' he said. 'That's the person who people want to welcome into their car, into their lives.' Corder says what has also made his podcasts attractive is that everybody loves the news. 'It's just not everyone understands how fascinating South African news is. You'll be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn't like the news.' He says there might be many South Africans who are more familiar with British or US news. 'That's mainly because they've been exposed to more entertaining coverage of American news than South African news,' he says. He mentions late-night TV shows such as The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which deliver the day's news in a satirical way. 'I just thought well, if I go online and I am very clearly myself, not trying to be a hard news journalist, I'm not trying to be a reporter and I'm not using big English, I'm just being myself and I've got the humanity and the emotion. If Fikile Mbalula says something funny, I will laugh even if the story is quite heavy.' There's an element of educating his audience in his videos, as he uses a green screen behind him to show his viewers what he's talking about by literally pointing to it, similar to science and maths teacher William Smith. ALSO READ: Content creators welcome Solly Malatsi's call for TikTok to pay them Rebuffing scepticism through authenticity Corder is aware of the dynamics in South Africa, particularly as a white man of privilege and that the majority of South Africans might be sceptical of trusting him. 'The scepticism makes sense,' he says. 'We live in a country where not even 35 years ago black South Africans were subjugated and exploited by the white minority. I understand and accept people's scepticism of me as a white person.' Corder is the son of former emeritus professor in the faculty of law at the University of Cape Town, Hugh Corder. His father was the longest-serving chair of public law from 1987 to 2020. 'If I just describe that to you, you probably wouldn't immediately imagine 'Dan Corder and his politics' you'd probably think of a more right-wing kind of person and maybe like an explicit DA voter or something like that,' Corder candidly says. ALSO READ: Story of 1990s serial killer Moses Sithole set to make its debut on Showmax Corder on radio Corder's career in broadcasting began about a decade ago while he was in Cape Town at Good Hope FM, and, like a true radio geek, he says: 'I am first and foremost a radio presenter.' He rose to become a host of the 5FM breakfast show in 2021. It was only in 2022 that he began using the social media platform TikTok as a means to share his thoughts. 'I started posting videos because I wanted to talk about the news in my own style, which is a little bit comedic and with some commentary,' he said. Sometime in 2023, he began hosting the podcast The Issue with Dan Corder, which was available on YouTube and other streaming platforms. The following year, when the general election took place, Corder, together with his team, put in a lot of work, which led to his work being noticed by eNCA and sparking a conversation about him hosting a TV show. A few months ago, Corder was announced as part of TikTok's African All Stars Series, which gave audiences a look into the lives and experiences of 11 South African creatives doing well on TikTok. NOW READ: 7 things people say to sound deep on Instagram
Hindustan Times
30-06-2025
- Hindustan Times
Who was Kendall Corder? Milwaukee police officer dies after being shot on duty
Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder, who sustained critical injuries in a shooting on June 26, died on Sunday, the department confirmed. Milwaukee Police Officer Kendall Corder died on Sunday. (X/ Mayor Cavalier Johnson) Officer Corder was a six-year veteran of the Milwaukee Police Department. On June 26, he and fellow officer Christopher McCray, 29, responded to reports of gunfire near North 24th Place and West Garfield Avenue. As they exited their patrol vehicle and approached an alley, both officers were shot multiple times. They were rushed to Froedtert Hospital. Officer McCray, who suffered gunshot wounds to the back and foot, was released from the hospital on Saturday. Officer Corder, however, remained on life support until he succumbed to his injuries on Sunday. 'He died doing what he loved to do,' said Milwaukee Mayor Cavalier Johnson at a press conference. 'It's admirable.' Alex Ayala, president of the Milwaukee Police Association, praised the resilience of officers in the wake of the tragedy. 'Rest assured, they will put on the badge tonight, tomorrow and in the coming weeks, days and years to come to protect the citizens of the city of Milwaukee,' he said at the press conference. Suspect in Custody Police arrested 22-year-old Tremaine Jones on June 27 in connection with the shooting. According to the Milwaukee County Sheriff's Office jail roster, Jones is being held on approximately $200,000 bail. Also Read: 'Everybody shot up here…': Chilling Coeur d'Alene audio reveals exact moment of shooting Community Mourns Officer Corder Tributes poured in on the Officers Down Memorial Page, where fellow law enforcement professionals honored Corder's service. 'RIP Hero. May you forever spend your eternal life with our dear Lord in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with all your loved ones. Our country is now a little less safe without you. Thank you for your service,' Sergeant Mitchell G. Cheselka (Retired) wrote. Investigator Christopher Port (Retired) wrote, 'God rest your soul, Officer Corder. May your family, friends, colleagues, and community find the strength and resolve to carry on in your physical absence and continue to spread the goodness to which you were so selflessly committed. You were among the best humanity has to offer. Your dedication to service and your ultimate sacrifice shall not be forgotten.'
IOL News
30-05-2025
- Politics
- IOL News
Class is in session! TV man Dan Corder schooled 'Piers Morgan Uncensored' panel about SA's so-called '142 race laws'
South Africa's Dan Corder challenged the misinformation on race laws on Piers Morgan's TV show Image: Instagram/dancorderonair South African TV presenter Dan Corder, was a guest on 'Piers Morgan Uncensored' The TV and radio host was on a panel discussion with International Editor at SABC Sophie Mokoena, 'Kill The Boer' author Dr. Ernst Roets, and podcaster Gareth Cliff. The panel weighed on the controversial topic; Is a white genocide happening in South Africa? Corder known for his bold views did not hold back when sharing his view on the terrible things happening in South Africa'. The presenter addressed the misinformation about the 142 race laws against whites in the country and what they state. Corder explained that he took time to read the laws and broke down 25 of them on his show. 'Here's what actually the vast majority of the laws say. They say there needs to be meaningful representation in South Africa to reflect our country fairly on three things, not just one, race, gender, and disability, but these grifters will say that they're race laws.' Corder's bold views and strong presence have been commended by many South Africans even music producer Prince Kaybee commented on X that Corder cooked. 'Lol Ernst Roets must stop defending fake news, he couldn't defend the so called race based laws, @DanCorderOnAir cooked him on a two plate stove with ease, what a marvellous display of 'beating an entitled child' if I may🙂'
Time of India
26-04-2025
- Time of India
This book is made from the skin of a murderer behind one of England's most infamous crimes
History is full of artifacts that have been discovered over time, some of these are displayed in a museum for public display, others might be in the possession of the archaeological authorities, while some of these artifacts give the most valuable information, others just gain the public attention for all the eerie reasons. One such strange piece from history has gained limelight in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, which is a book not made of some paper, but it is bound in the actual skin of William Corder , the man hanged in 1828 for the infamous Red Barn Murder , is now back on display at Moyse's Hall Museum . Surprisingly, a long-forgotten second book was recently found on a shelf in the museum's office and these books tell about how justice, punishment, and memory were handled in 19th-century Britain. William Corder was convicted of the murder of Maria Marten , a case that captivated public attention in 1827. After his execution in 1828, parts of his body were used for anatomical study, and his skin was tanned to bind books detailing his trial. One such book has been part of the museum's collection since the 1930s. The second book, believed to have been donated around 20 years ago, was recently found on a bookshelf in the museum's office, and shockingly, it was not kept in storage. Dan Clarke, heritage officer at Moyse's Hall Museum, defended the display, saying that the books have "incredibly important" historical value and that he had never had a complaint about the first being on display. He emphasized that the museum does not treat these items as mere curiosities but as tools for historical reflection. "We see human remains in every museum across the country," Clarke noted. He further explained that the items are placed to help the discussion about the "Bloody Code," the harsh legal system of the time, and the practice of anatomizing executed criminals, as reported by the Guardian. Some authors criticise this! However, not everyone agrees with this approach. Terry Deary, author of Horrible Histories, criticized the display as "sickening artefacts," likening them to a "freak show." He argued that Corder was "misunderstood" and convicted on circumstantial evidence, suggesting that the display forwards a disrespectful story. Deary, who portrayed Corder in a theatrical production, expressed his discomfort by stating, "These are two books I'd like to burn." Despite his objections, Deary is releasing a novel inspired by his portrayal of Corder next year, further contributing to the ongoing reexamination of the case. What is this eerie practice of making books from skin? The practice of binding books in human skin, known as anthropodermic bibliopegy , was not uncommon in the 19th century. Such books were often created as mementos by doctors or as a form of punishment for executed criminals. The discovery of the second book at Moyse's Hall Museum adds to the collection of artefacts related to the Red Barn Murder, including Corder's death mask and scalp, which have been subjects of public fascination and scholarly interest. What is the Red Barn murder? The Red Barn Murder is one of the most haunting true crime stories from 19th-century England. In 1827, William Corder lured his lover, Maria Marten, to the Red Barn in Suffolk under the promise of eloping. Instead, he murdered her and buried her body beneath the barn floor. Her remains were discovered nearly a year later after Maria's stepmother claimed to have visions revealing the crime. Corder was caught, tried, and publicly hanged. The case became a media sensation, inspiring books, plays, and songs and it still grips imaginations today with its eerie mix of love, betrayal, and justice.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Yahoo
Who was the murderer whose skin binds a book?
The cover of a book held at a Suffolk museum was recently found to be made from the skin of a man hanged for a notorious murder almost 200 years ago. William Corder was convicted of killing a woman in 1827, which shocked Georgian Britain and became known as the Red Barn Murder. Curators at Moyse's Hall Museum in Bury St Edmunds realised the book, which was on a bookshelf in an office, had been overlooked but it has now gone on display. It had been donated decades ago by a family with close connections to the surgeon who anatomised Corder's body. So what do we know of William Corder and the murder, which fascinates to this day? William was from a middle-class family of tenant farmers in the village of Polstead, between Ipswich and Sudbury, at the turn of the 19th Century. At the age of 22, when he and Maria Marten became lovers, he was the head of the Corder family and had a reputation as a ladies' man. Maria, who was 24 and lived at home with her mole-catcher father, a stepmother, sister, and her young son, may have seen young William as a means of escape. In 1827, William came up with a plan to elope, telling Maria to meet him at the Red Barn on the Corder's farm, then run off to Ipswich to get the banns for their wedding. Maria was not seen again and William disappeared. William eventually left Suffolk and wrote to the Marten family to say he had eloped with Maria to the Isle of Wight. In reality, he was holed up just outside London and Maria was buried at the lovers' rendezvous, having been shot in the neck. Almost a year later, legend states, Ann Marten had a dream her stepdaughter was dead and at the Red Barn. Maria's father dug with his "mole spud" spade and found his daughter's remains. As a manhunt ensued, a newspaper editor flagged that he knew of a William Corder. "He is effectively on the run, and the theory is he is lonely, and puts an advert in the newspaper asking for a new wife," says Dan Clarke, a heritage officer at Moyse's Hall Museum. It holds many Red Barn Murder artefacts, including two books covered in Corder's skin. The authorities traced Corder, who denied any knowledge of Maria, but had a letter from Polstead telling him her body had been found. Corder was brought to Bury St Edmunds on 10 counts of murder, each based on a different theory about Maria's demise and to strengthen the chance of a conviction. In his defence he claimed Maria had killed herself, thereby accusing the dead woman of a capital crime. He was found guilty after a two-day trial, and in a final confession said he had accidentally shot Maria during an argument. It is estimated 7,000 to 10,000 people came to see him hanged outside the prison at the stroke of noon on 11 August 1828. Later that day, people queued to file past his body at the town's Shire Hall. "There were so many people, the story goes they couldn't get him outside the prison, so they had to hit a hole in the side of the building and create a temporary scaffold," said Mr Clarke. "There would have been singing and dancing, you would have been able to buy a section of the rope afterwards." Polstead became a tourist attraction, the Red Barn and even Maria's gravestone chipped away by souvenir-hunters. Public intrigue in the Red Barn Murder sparked books, plays and music, and it permeates the true crime culture to this day. At a distance of two centuries, it has become a ripping yarn, the true story clouded in legend. It is probably fuelled, in part, by being able to stand face-to-face with Corder's image, his eyes shut and his nostrils flared. His death mask is held at Moyse Hall and Norwich Castle. For many years, until it eventually began to fall apart, his skeleton was used to teach medical students at West Suffolk Hospital. Disturbingly, two books were covered in his skin and part of the man's scalp, with ear included, was kept as a gruesome ornament. All are at Moyse Hall. Terry Deary, who created Horrible Histories, believes Corder has been "maligned" with Maria incorrectly portrayed as an innocent young maiden. Moyse's Hall said it would redress the focus on Corder with a future exhibition which will shine a light on woman victims in Suffolk history, including Maria. Heritage assistant Abbie Smith said 80% of its visitors were "desperate" to know about the Red Barn Murder. "How it ended is a big factor, it was such a spectacle and people are going to be drawn to it. "It's a gory, grotty one, so people seem to like that - rather worryingly." The first book of the two books is about the trial. It was written by the journalist Jay Curtis and the title on the spine is "Trial of W Corder". There is an annotation inside written by the surgeon who performed William Corder's dissection, George Creed, which states that it was the surgeon himself who tanned the skin and bound the book in the year 1838. The second book is thought to be the same edition, but the spine reads "Polstead – William Corder". This book was donated to the museum by a family which has close ties to George Creed, who he left a number of his possessions to. Follow Suffolk news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Book bound in human skin found in museum office The Suffolk books bound in human skin
