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Breastfeeding advocate and lactation consultant Chantell Witten joins us to discuss why successful breastfeeding depends on more than a mother's determination, exploring the support, education and policies needed to give every baby the healthiest possible 09.08.2026 20:17

Motoring expert Nico Smit joins us with the latest developments from the automotive industry and shares practical advice on how South Africans can safely buy quality vehicles at auction while avoiding costly mistakes. 09.08.2026 16:19

Award-winning playwright and founder of the HerStory International Theatre Festival, Napo Masheane, joins us to discuss how this year's festival is honouring 70 years since the historic 1956 Women's March by bringing together theatre, music, poetry and st 09.08.2026 11:55

Founder and Director of I AM ART, Ayanda Gumede-Donnell, joins us to explore how South Africa's first mobile walk-in gallery is breaking down barriers to art by taking exhibitions directly into communities, making creativity more accessible, inclusive, an 09.08.2026 10:27

Writer and director Sandulela Asanda joins us to unpack the bold, funny and deeply human coming-of-age film Black Burns Fast, exploring why authentic queer stories belong in the mainstream as the film arrived in South African cinemas on 31 July. 02.08.2026 10:09

As Women's Month begins, Dr. Criselda Kananda, Tribute To Women Ambassador and Chairperson of the Malibongwe Arts Festival Foundation, joins us to reflect on how Tribute To Women 2026 uses music, culture and storytelling to honour the legacy of the 1956 W 02.08.2026 14:33

Motoring expert Nico Smit joins us for our weekly motoring roundup, unpacking the biggest automotive news, industry developments and driving trends shaping South Africa and the global car market. 02.08.2026 9:23

Dr Aubrey Makgotloe joins us to unpack why diabetes is causing devastating complications in Black South Africans, and how early intervention can prevent blindness, amputations, kidney failure and other life-altering outcomes and Minister of Health, Dr Aar 02.08.2026 29:16

Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga unpacks the week's biggest political developments, from the intensifying local election campaigns to explosive testimony before the Madlanga Commission and renewed scrutiny of political leadership. 02.08.2026 21:48

Dr Abimbola Olowa, Interim Director of the Centre for Environmental Justice in Africa at the University of Pretoria, joins us to explore why South Africa may need specialised environmental courts to better protect communities from pollution and environmen 25.07.2026 8:30

Joe Setladi, Founder and CEO of Ludo League South Africa, joins us to discuss his ambitious vision of transforming one of South Africa's most-loved board games into the country's first homegrown national sport. 25.07.2026 12:17

Motoring journalist Nico Smit joins us for our weekly look at the biggest trends, industry news and practical motoring advice, while answering your car questions live on air. 25.07.2026 12:57

Dr Matshidiso Sello, Senior Researcher at the University of Johannesburg's Centre for Social Development in Africa (CSDA), joins us to unpack why a new study showing a sharp rise in underweight children in Gauteng should concern every South African—not ju 25.07.2026 13:59

Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga unpacks the week's biggest political and governance stories, explaining what they mean for accountability, the rule of law, and the direction of South Africa's democracy. 25.07.2026 23:54

REINVENTING YOUR CAREER WHEEL – We are talking to Nomsa Mdhuli – founder and CEO of Tishala Communications about what it takes to rebuild a career after retrenchment and explore practical strategies for long-term success. How do you navigate retrenchment 19.07.2026 18:41

Our resident Gen Z voice, Ocean L, joins us to unpack the week's biggest viral moments—from the BMW security guard controversy to Donald Trump's jab at FIFA President Gianni Infantino—and what they reveal about accountability, respect, cancel culture and 19.07.2026 7:31

Social impact leader Sharmi Surianarain joins us for a deeply personal conversation exploring why caring about the problems around us doesn't always translate into action—and what it really takes for ordinary people to become agents of change. 19.07.2026 27:29

Fashion designer, celebrity stylist and founder of Lindani Ndwandwa, Lindani Styling, joins us to explore how South Africans are turning pre-loved clothing into bold fashion statements, proving that great style is no longer defined by price tags but by cr 19.07.2026 14:05

Writer, blogger and social commentator Nco Dube joins us to unpack the quiet erosion of South Africa's middle class and what its growing financial insecurity means for the country's economy, democracy and social fabric. 19.07.2026 14:07

Senior Governance & Compliance Manager and Rhino Peak Challenge 2026 Ambassador, Lesego Moloko, joins us to share why he's swapping the boardroom for the mountains in a bid to raise funds to protect South Africa's endangered wildlife. 19.07.2026 6:32

Veteran music producer, music executive and industry commentator Mjakes (Mojalefa) Thebe joins us to explore how South African music continues to reinvent itself, using the meteoric rise of Lekompo as a window into the country's ever-changing musical land 19.07.2026 16:16

Motoring expert Nico Smit joins us for his weekly look at the latest developments shaping the automotive world, unpacking the trends, innovations and industry news every driver should know. 19.07.2026 18:05

As South Africa marks Mandela Day, we speak to Brown Lekekela, CEO and Founder of Green Door, about whether non-profit organisations are still driving meaningful social change and what genuine community support looks like beyond one-day acts of charity. 19.07.2026 10:43

Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga joins us to unpack two of the week's most significant political developments, examining what the Madlanga Commission and Parliament's latest ethics findings reveal about accountability, oversight and public trust in Sou 19.07.2026 15:58

REFLECTIONS: Professor Thuli Madonsela, Director of the Centre for Social Justice at Stellenbosch University, joins us for a thoughtful reflection on whether South Africa can protect the dignity of migrants while responsibly addressing immigration, resour 13.07.2026 27:11