The Best of 702 Weekend Breakfast

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, reflecting on their recent visit The Test Bakery, exploring the story behind its name as a trial space for the upcoming café Pablo and Pistachio, as well as its sweet and savoury offerings, including Bounty cake slices, cardamom swirl buns, and a range of pastries.  Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Sat...

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Kumbi Mtshakazi, resident motoring enthusiast about choosing the best family car between SUVs and sedans, taking into account affordability, boot space, road safety, and handling challenging road conditions like potholes. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything happening around 702Land. Tha...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to  Dr Fundile Nyati, resident GP and CEO of Proactive Health Solution, about the causes of sore throats in winter, including colds, flu, and both acute and chronic types, as well as how to treat and prevent them. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything happening around 702Land. Thanks for li...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Maya Bhatt, yoga expert at the Consulate General of India in Johannesburg, in celebration of International Yoga Day. They discuss this year's theme,  Yoga for Healthy Ageing, the many physical and mental health benefits of yoga, and the upcoming International Yoga Day event at Randburg Cricket Club and attendees can expect from the session.  Gugs Mhlungu is your we...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Thabo Smol, Award-winning Producer, Percussionist and artists, about his involvement in the Kids Love Jazz event, his transition from house music to jazz, the artists who have shaped his musical journey, and what audiences can look forward to at the upcoming event. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-u...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with resident clinical psychologist Dr Khosi Jiyane, about the need to control everything and how this can sometimes stem from trauma, past disappointment, or heartbreak that leads to self-reliance as a coping mechanism. They explore the potential dangers of excessive control and discuss the importance of finding balance between structure, trust, and allowing life to unfold nat...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Siphiwe Sithole is the founder and CEO of African Marmalade & farmer, about her journey of identifying a gap in the food sector and turning it into a thriving farming and food business. She shares how her passion for indigenous foods across different countries inspired African Marmalade, the importance of growing and producing quality food, and how her products...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Phathutshedzo Makwarela, an award-winning scriptwriter and co-founder at Tshedza Pictures, about the highly anticipated new e.tv drama featuring a star-studded cast including Sindi Dlathu, Sdumo Mtshali, and Rami Chuene. They discuss the show’s focus on the importance of sibling relationships and how the storyline intentionally avoids typecasting by placing familiar...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Paul Roelofse, a resident certified financial planner, about the impact of rising inflation on household budgets and why insurance remains a critical financial safety net. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything happening around 702Land. Thanks for listening. Catch the 702 Weekend Breakf...

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Tim Neary, resident CSI and conservationist, and Deon Cilliers, conservation manager for the Cheetah Outreach Trust, about recent findings of South Africa’s first Free-Roaming Cheetah Census. The data revealed a far smaller wild cheetah population than previously estimated, and they explore what this means for cheetah conservation, the impact of human-related mortalit...

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Tanya Albert, a dietician and health coach, to unpack the growing interest in peptides; what peptides are, how they differ from proteins, their potential health benefits, and what consumers should know about using them safely. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything happening around 702...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Lebo Diseko, Soweto-Born BBC Journalist & respected broadcaster, about her latest book, a deeply personal exploration of love, family, trauma and exile. The conversation also reflects on how the story engages with the impact of the June 16 uprising on children and the broader effects of family separation under apartheid. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each S...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Mark Nasila, Chief Data and Analytics Officer at First National Bank Risk, about Anthropic’s new Claude Mythos 5 rollout and the public Claude Fable 5 model designed with safety restrictions to limit misuse and what this means for AI safety, cybersecurity, and the future of responsible AI use. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday mo...

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Greg Homann, Artistic Director of The Market Theatre, about the theatre’s opening in June 1976 and its evolution from being the theatre of the struggle during apartheid to a leading cultural institution in democratic South Africa. The conversation also reflects on the 50th anniversary programme, which features a diverse line-up of productions and a range of celeb...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Aysha Waja, Cultural Programmes Officer at the French Institute of South Africa and is an independent curator, art practitioner and artist mentor, about the Fête de la Musique festival in Johannesburg, as this is the 15th edition of the event at Victoria Yards, its diverse line-up of local talent, its celebration of music and cultural exchange, an...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Adele Pillay, life coach and parenting coach, about competitive parenting, how it stems from fear and self-doubt, and its impact on children and parent-child relationships. The conversation also explores the importance of self-compassion and accepting that there is no fixed formula for parenting. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning...

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, The Sourcery in search of the best hot chocolate in town, they found a small bookshop with a coffee shop at the back, featuring a cosy, eclectic space filled with vinyl records, second-hand clothing, and a relaxed browsing atmosphere, complete with a sofa, armchairs, and a chess board. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend...

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Warren Tucker, resident motoring enthusiast, about  the rules and regulations involved in importing a vehicle from another country and the process of registering it in South Africa, including changing number plates to comply with local requirements. The discussion also covers updated regulations for foreign-registered vehicles, such as customs duties, VAT, and temporary...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to  Dr Fundile Nyati, a resident GP and CEO of Proactive Health Solution, and Dr Noluthando Nematshwerani, Chief Clinical Officer at Discovery Health, following Discovery’s recent health conference. The discussion explores 10-year disease trends, improved cancer survival rates, increased life expectancy, and what these shifts reveal about overall health patterns and the g...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr. Shilly Maelane, an orthopaedic surgeon, about the impact of strength training on the spine, the importance of proper lifting technique, how to tell the difference between injury and post-workout soreness, and the long-term effects of disc strain. Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr. Sheldon Leal, musicologist and Academic Registrar at the Academy of Sound Engineering, about the life and legacy of legendary singer Peabo Bryson following news of his passing at the age of 75. The conversation reflects on his journey from backup singer to solo artist at 25, his celebrated collaborations, and his lasting contribution to the music industry. TAGS:  We...

 Gugs Mhlungu speaks with resident clinical psychologist Dr Khosi Jiyane, about the psychology of attraction, why the brain is often drawn to familiar relationship patterns, and how awareness can help people make more intentional dating choices. TAGS: Weekend breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu, Talk Radio 702, Wellness, Dr. Khosi Jiyane, Attraction, Relationships, Dating patterns, Human be...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to award-winning investigative journalist Devi Sankaree Govender about her life beyond the newsroom, including her Sunday Pilates routine, her vibrant sense of humour, and the resilience it takes to confront tough criminal stories on her  Devi  show on eNCA. The conversation also explores motherhood, the state of media, her decision to leave  Carte Blanche  ...

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Mmabatho Montsho, an award-winning writer-director, filmmaker and visual artist,  about her latest film at the Encounters Film Festival,  Marxism & Period Pain , how the film highlights women’s lived experiences of menstruation, the challenges of working through pain, and workplace systems that often fail to accommodate women, especially in envi...

Gugs Mhlungu talks to Dr Melvyn Greenberg, SAVA (South African Veterinary Association) President-elect and director, about seasonal allergies in pets, including common triggers like grass cutting, smoke, and carpets, the signs of allergic reactions, and how a dog’s age can affect its ability to stay warm. They also discuss why dogs are generally well adapted to cold weather due to their...