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South Africans who've lost someone to suicide are being encouraged to light a candle at 7 o'clock tonight — as part of a nationwide moment of remembrance. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group says grief after a suicide can be particularly lonely — with stigma sometimes making families reluctant to even talk about the person they've lost. On World Suicide Prevention Day, SADAG wants those...

Expert Topic: How divorce and lost wills can derail your estate plans Guest: Alison de Jesus, In-House Attorney at BDO Wealth

Markets Richard Henwood - Portfolio Manager and Investment Analyst at Merchant West Investments

Expert Topic: New data shows SA needs 8.8 million more members to change medical aid maths Guest: Thoneshan Naidoo: CEO, Health Funders Association

Expert Topic: ACSA on the business of rebuilding SA’s airports Guest: Luzuko Mbotya: CFO, ACSA

HOT TOPIC Topic: Understanding the true cost of illicit trade in South Africa? Guest: Neo Momodu, the Executive for Legal, Regulatory, and Stakeholder Engagement -Consumer Goods Council of South Africa

Simon walked into the studio with a confession — and it wasn’t quite what Parky and Bunny were expecting. After all his CrossFit bravado, he’s been peer-pressured into taking on the Deadly Dozen… and the team is absolutely not letting him live it down.

HOT 1027 BREAKFAST On 102.7FM, DStv audio channel 822, and streaming all over the world on www.hot1027.co.za. Weekdays 06H00-09H00

With the Springboks and All Blacks preparing to take their legendary rivalry to Baltimore, HOT 102.7 Breakfast makes a special midweek call to “Naas” in the USA. From airport arrivals and boerewors to American waves, late kick-offs and some highly questionable match-day advice, it’s another completely unofficial update in Rugby’s Greatest Commentary, loudly brought to you by ZarBet.

Expert Topic: World Literacy Day raises questions about why classroom technology isn’t solving South Africa’s reading crisis Guest: Nonku Nyathi, Head of Partnerships and Ecosystem at Injini

HOT TOPIC Topic: South Africa's economy runs 24/7. Why do banks still work office hours? Guest: Eshmael Mpabanga – Regional Head – Southern Africa & Senior Vice President, Intellect Design Arena Ltd.

Expert Topic: How small hospitality businesses can prepare for the summer tourism rush without being overwhelmed by growth Guest: Bahle Mangali of implementing partner Fetola

Property Perspectives Topic: Green apartments could save homeowners more than R500,000 Guest: Jonathan Kohler -Landsdowne CEO

Markets Pritu Makan -FNB Wealth & Investments

A chat about airport smuggling sends Parky down memory lane to a holiday in Vilanculos — with a suitcase packed almost entirely with meat. What followed at customs was an awkward encounter, a questionable “duty” payment and a story that could have ended very differently.

HOT 1027 BREAKFAST On 102.7FM, DStv audio channel 822, and streaming all over the world on www.hot1027.co.za. Weekdays 06H00-09H00

For those stuck in the car, in stuuupid traffic... HOT 1027 Drive with Ian F presents... the Department of Stupid Games. Have fun with us!

Entrepreneurs Topic: How one entrepreneur dipped into his pension to build a transport business Guest: Ndumiso Ncube Founder — DIR Soulutions

Markets Viv Govender -Rand Swiss

Money Monday Topic: What Test Match Rugby teaches us about building and protecting wealth Guest: Mark MacSymon CFP® Private Client Holdings

Expert Topic: What Gauteng’s megacity plan could mean for residents and businesses Guest: Casey Sprake, Head Market Strategist at AG Capital.

HOT TOPIC Topic: Competition Commission flags barriers holding back township businesses Guest: James Hodge - Chief Economist Competition Commission

Born from one mother’s heartbreaking experience, Stepping Stone Hospice has gone on to provide vital palliative care to thousands of patients and their families. Hot Cares steps in with an oxygen concentrator and air conditioning worth more than R91,000, helping the hospice bring greater comfort and dignity to seriously ill children. Hot Cares

When a giant rain spider appears in the Parkinson household, Parky’s solution is simple: seal off that part of the house and carry on drinking tea. Karen, however, has other ideas — leaving the HOT 102.7 Breakfast team questioning exactly who the brave one is in this marriage!

HOT 1027 BREAKFAST On 102.7FM, DStv audio channel 822, and streaming all over the world on www.hot1027.co.za. Weekdays 06H00-09H00