5 Mid Mornings

We woke up this morning to the sad news that legendary country music icon Dolly Parton has passed away. Now, even if country music wasn’t necessarily your genre, it’s almost impossible to talk about music history without talking about Dolly Parton. She was a songwriter, singer, actress, philanthropist, and one of the most beloved figures in entertainment.

These days, staying at the same company for years can feel like a risky career move. Job-hopping is often seen as one of the fastest ways to increase your salary, learn new skills and move into better positions. If another company is offering you more money, better opportunities or a healthier work environment, why stay where you are?  But then there’s the quest...

Do people still collect things? Gretel, a listener messaged in yesterday during our show asking this question and we decided to do some research, because back in the day, it felt like everyone’s parents had something they were collecting. Maybe it was stamps, coins, postcards, fridge magnets, or those photo albums filled with pictures from every family holiday....

There are some foods that people have VERY strong opinions about. Oysters. Olives. Blue cheese. Mushrooms. Tripe. Anchovies. Even coriander. You either love them, or you absolutely cannot understand why anyone would willingly put them in their mouth.  But then there are the foods we’ve convinced ourselves we’re supposed to like. Maybe you order the oysters...

Remember when hobbies were just hobbies? You read a book because you enjoyed it. You went for a run because it felt good. You cooked because you were hungry. You painted because you felt like painting. And more than that, hobbies were things you took part in for the fun of it and for escaping the stresses of the world.  But now, it seems like everything has to come with a...

Concert season is officially back, the weather is warming up, and South Africa is becoming a serious stop for some of the biggest names in music. We’ve had artists like Doja Cat bring her show to Pretoria, and now we’ve got names like J. Cole and Limp Bizkit on the calendar, alongside artists like Bryan Adams and Boyz II Men. But with all these concerts, festivals and live experiences...

It’s voting season, and as I’m going through manifestos and educating myself on who’s saying what, I started thinking… politicians really aren’t politicians the way they used to be. Back then, you saw them on the news, in Parliament, at political rallies or giving formal speeches. Now, politicians have Instagram, TikTok and X accounts where w...

Mbalenhle Mkhatshwa, affectionately known as Mbali, is the founder of Mballet, a dance academy rooted in Tembisa that uses ballet as a tool for much more than performance. Mbali first fell in love with ballet at just six years old, introduced to the art by her mother, who saw dance as a way to give her discipline, confidence and a sense of possibility. Today, she is p...

Has Modern Convenience Made Us Less Resilient? Food arrives in minutes. Groceries come to our door. Dating happens with a swipe, and AI can plan our holidays, write our emails and answer almost anything. Life has never been more convenient. But are we becoming less patient and less resilient because of it? Think about it: When was the last time you memorised a phone n...

Are Energy Drinks Really As Bad As People Say? If you've ever pulled an all-nighter for exams, had an early morning shift, or needed a boost before gym, chances are you've reached for an energy drink. I ask this because if I’m being very honest with you… I have atleast one energy drink a day. I know I know its bad and my pharmacist told me this the other day but I...

Are we becoming obsessed with nostalgia because the past was actually better? Because the present feels overwhelming? Or because some things are simply timeless? And what’s one thing from the past you’d bring back immediately if you could?

If you took Maths Lit instead of Pure Maths, did it limit your options, or did it work out just fine?

A few years ago, phrases like "protect your peace," "set boundaries," "prioritise your mental health," and "that's toxic" became part of our everyday vocabulary. And that's not necessarily a bad thing. Therapy language has helped many of us recognise unhealthy relationships, communicate our needs better, and take our mental health more seriously. Words like boundaries , gaslighting , triggers and...

Fresh off hosting one of the biggest events of the weekend, Zaneta Potelwa joined us to unpack her Summer experience, from the highs of being on stage to the journey that got her there. She shared how taking a chance on herself, putting herself out there, and shooting her shot opened doors she never imagined.  A conversation filled with lessons, inspiration, and a reminder that sometimes all...