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More and more couples are embracing the idea of being in an open relationship, but what are we getting wrong when it comes to open relationships, what should be discussed and which boundaries should be set? Smash Afrika spoke to Shirley Masemola who’s a Registered Counsellor who focuses on relationships.

On this instalment of #TrendingChats we took a look at ‘Trapped’, a South African film challenging the norms as it addresses representation, diversity, queer love and duty through the lens of sexuality in South Africa. Athi Petela, the films writer and producer joins us now to talk about the film and also have a look at some of the issues that have come up regarding the film’s casting.

The Motswakho originator Khuli Chana returns to local radio with a brand new single titled Buyile which dropped on 16 April. The song was produced by Unganzincishi producer, Tyler ICU and it features new kids in the block, Stino Le Thwenny and the new voice of Amapiano Lady Du. Buyile is Khuli Chana's first single of the year and the first song to come out through his new family UMG. Khuli Chana j...

Emtee is undoubtedly one of the biggest rappers in SA history and has made a name for himself as the kinda personality that’s all about authenticity and never playing small. His list of accolades continues to grow and he has now dropped a new album titled ‘Logan’, the first he’s dropping from his own record label eMtee Records. He joined Smash Afrika for a chat about 'Logan' and going it on his ow...

Smash Afrika caught up with singer/songwriter Jethro Tait about his latest track 'Weirdo', and also spoke about the possibility of an album and his contribution to fellow artist, Majozi's latest single.

#RelationshipTuesday: On this instalment, we looked at ghosting and why do people ghost? Why is that the direction that so many take and how can we go about changing that kind of mindset. Smash Afrika was joined by Shirley Masemola, who is a registered counsellor with a focus on relationships.

Vic Mensa is undoubtedly one of the most recognisable conscious rappers in the world. Smash Afrika had a chat with him hot on the heels of the release of his latest album titled I-Tape. He spoke about his trip to South Africa and gave insight on his collabo with Nadia Nakai

Anonymous needed help with a situation, here it is: “Hey Smash, I’d like to remain anonymous. I’m stressed! My friend and her boyfriend broke up a few weeks ago. Thing is I met him through their relationship, and him and I became very tight. Am I a bad friend for remaining friends with this guy? My friend has already indicated that she finds it a little weird.” Tune in as the listeners and Smash A...

To observe International Women’s Month and Human Rights Day in South Africa, we took a look at the basic rights that are often not recognised or taken away from transgender women. Smash Afrika was joined by Steve Letsike – Human Rights Activist and Founding Director of Access Chapter 2 (AC2), a human Rights organization that focuses on LGBTI people, women in their diversity and Civil Society's par...

He’s been in the S.A pop scene for a minute, and has now released his first EP from his own stable, ‘It’s Gule Records’. Apple Gule, joined Smash Afrika for a listening of that EP and to find out how he’s taking things to the next level.

Relationships, especially toxic relationships, can leave many emotional and mental scars. Many of us then carry this baggage into our next relationships without even noticing. Tonight we’re chatting about how to go about identifying and healing from past relationship baggage. Smash Afrika was joined by friend of the show – Registered Counsellor, Shirley Masemola.

Student protests have once again erupted all over the country over fees, as many struggle with paying for their fees and in some cases struggle to get access to student loans. Smash Afrika was joined by Independent analyst – Jamie Mighti to expand further on the Fees Must Fall movement and the current situation for students.

At only 20 years of age, TNS has made quite the name for himself in South African music, and internationally, as a top producer and vocalist. He’s dropped his sophomore album titled 'Phupholethu' and joined Smash Afrika to chat about the album, titled after his son, and the struggles he's faced in his career.

One of the things that get mentioned when one is getting over and moving on from a broken relationship is closure. How should we go about getting closure and what does it look and feel like? Karabo (in for Smash Afrika) was joined by Tracy Ziman Jacobs of Totally Me, Intimacy & Relationship Coach.

On this instalment of Campus Chat: Orientation Month, we focused on mental wellness for first year students as they enter their varsity life. To help with this conversation, Karabo (in for Smash Afrika) was joined by Vanisha Gordhan, Projects Manager at the South African Depression and Anxiety Group.

A claim that has made the rounds lately is that brands are purposely doing offensive things in order to get talk-ability about their brand, but is this a real thing and can that “bad-publicity” strategy work? For more on this Karabo (in for Smash Afrika) was joined by communications expert and founder of Jarred Doyle consulting, Jarred Doyle.

Multi-award winning artist Prince Kaybee dropped his much anticipated fourth studio album and it’s titled ‘The 4th Republic’ on March 5th 2021 and he joined Smash Afrika for a listening session of the album on Live At Night.

Austin Malema is a top South African photographer whose work has seen him become a household name, and a much sought after photographer. In 2019, Forbes Africa included him on their 30 under 30 list of young inspiring people, and he has continued to go from strength to strength. Karabo (in for Smash Afrika) spoke to him in depth to get to know the man behind the lens.

Over the years our Instagram timelines have become a world where everyone lives in the most expensive neighbourhoods, drinks premium liquor and shops designer threads. The pressure is so real and many of us find ourselves wondering why we can’t afford any of it. Well, a closer look reveals that life is not as golden as it appears on our phones. On this instalment of Trending Chats we’re talking ab...

MaBlerh is one of SA’s favourite social commentators, who’s tongue-in-cheek voice has had many talking and in stitches over the years on radio, social media and as host on SABC ‘s Trending SA. He’s also a musician and joined Smash Afrika to chat about his career and share about the behind the scenes of the industry.

The “educate us” argument tends to turn up any time there’s an incident of discrimination, be it racism or sexism or any other “ism”. This argument calls on those who are offended by such acts to teach the offender and everyone else why what’s being done or being said is offensive. On this instalment of 'Trending Chats', we unpack this argument; Smash Afrika was joined by award winning tv director...

Love back is a real thing and many of us have found ourselves getting back together with someone we’ve broken up with. On this edition of Relationship Tuesdays we were not looking at whether it’s a good idea, or not, to get back together with your ex. We were looking at what to do once you've decided to get about getting back together with your ex. Smash Afrika was joined by Louis Venter from Coup...

Zingah’s been in the game for about 10 years, and still at it, bringing the hits. The former Cashtime Fam rapper has now dropped his second album, titled Sessions at the Crib, and is poised to skyrocket him back to the top of the charts. He joined Smash for a listening session of the new project.

Smash Afrika spoke to 5fm listeners about what success in life means to them. The question was that simple, however the answers were more varied and complicated.

Multi award-winning produce & all round good guy - Sun-EL Musician, has just released his sophomore album at midnight tonight. The two-disc album, titled To The World And Beyond, has 31 tracks & features 26 collaborators. He joined Smash Afrika to chat about this new album in a 5fm exclusive.