The Flash Drive with Carl Wastie

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Carl Wastie chats to Ali Sonday, Associate Director at Fairbridges, specialising in employment law and related commercial litigation, about the proposed changes to South Africa's Labour Laws.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Flash Drive team (and listeners) takes a nostalgic classic and gives it a proudly 2026 glow-up. Inspired by Baz Luhrmann’s iconic spoken word hit Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen), Carl and the crew present The Flash Drive 2026 Edition . Expect tongue-in-cheek life advice, local flavour, modern chaos, and the oddly specific wisdom. It is part satire, part social commentary, and fully...

On this episode, Carl Wastie sits down with Ethan Stander , the brains behind Grocify, the app helping South Africans track down the cheapest grocery deals without the hassle. Ethan shares how Grocify started as a simple solution to help his girlfriend's mom with her weekly shop, and how it’s growing into a powerful retail tool changing the way consumers compare prices. From smart, algorithm...

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Welcome to the flash Drive on KFM ninety four point five. In this episode, we're talking about life, love, and everything in between. Carl and Cassidy dive into a listener's question about bank statements and trust, and offer some sage advice on how to navigate tricky situations. We also meet Roxanne, who's got a knack for accents and impressions, and play a fun game with her to see if she can gue...

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Carl catches up with COOKtastic's Ello Mbuyi and Jacqui from The Dis-Chem Foundation. Two years ago, right here on the Flash Drive, the Dis-Chem Foundation introduced us to an extraordinary, female-led NPO called COOKtastic. Today, we’re revisiting that story. Because what the Dis-Chem Foundation did for COOKtastic wasn’t about a once-off donation. It’s about what happened after&...

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On this episode of The Flash Drive , Carl Wastie is joined by Cassidy Nicholson for a conversation that’s equal parts chaos and heart. From a listener’s wildly creative scheme to get more food and Carl's need for free eggs from a chicken farm to an honest chat about self-love, nothing is off limits. Carl and Cassidy also unpack the beauty of embracing your own unique well-being rituals...

On this episode of The Flash Drive, Carl and Cassidy dive into the wild, weird and wonderful ways people fall in love. Listeners share the unexpected places they met their partners, from an ice rink to a crime scene. It is proof that love really can find you anywhere. They also chat about the importance of taking time for yourself and your relationship, and why intentional escapes like a cosy midw...

Carl Wastie leads the conversation on The Flash Drive on KFM 94.5 , unpacking the recent water supply issue that has had Cape Town buzzing. He is joined by the City’s MMC for Water and Sanitation, who shares the latest updates on what caused the disruption and what residents can do to help stabilise the system. Carl and Cassidy Nicholson chat about why being water-wise still matters and how...

Carl Wastie chats to Cape Town’s MMC for Water and Sanitation, Zahid Badroodien , on The Flash Drive about the recent water supply hiccup that had the city talking. They unpack what really happened when a valve closure at the Voëlvlei Dam led to a sudden 55 percent drop in water supply, and how quickly teams moved to get things back on track. It is an easy, informative chat about why wa...

Carl Wastie and Cassidy Nicholson bring the Valentine’s Day chat to The Flash Drive, unpacking the pressure around gift giving and encouraging listeners to think beyond the obvious. From meaningful gestures to creative surprises, they explore why effort and intention often matter more than price tags. The conversation gets personal as they talk about intimacy, connection, and how the small t...

Carl Wastie catches up with Will Linley on The Flash Drive for a fun and easy chat about music, moments, and the journey so far. They get into Will’s favourite songs, dream collaborations, and the stories behind his music, including what it was like sharing a stage with Calum Scott and the meaning behind his track Show Me. Will also chats about his upcoming performance at Galaxy KDay and sha...

Carl Wastie and the team unpack a parenting debate that is getting plenty of attention, sparked by the idea of a so-called “permit to parent” being discussed in France . On The Flash Drive, they explore whether future parents can ever really be prepared for what lies ahead. From handling public meltdowns and toddler tantrums to conflict resolution, work-life balance, changing nappies,...

Carl Wastie and Cassidy Nicholson get into wedding season chaos on The Flash Drive, sharing some seriously embarrassing family moments that tend to surface when there is a dance floor involved. From dads stealing the spotlight with unexpected performances to in-laws delivering peak cringe through enthusiastic dance moves, nothing is off limits. The chat also drifts into famous family drama, includ...

Carl Wastie, Cassidy Nicholson, and Petrus dive into the wonderfully messy world of petty meddling on The Flash Drive. From relationships to weddings, they unpack how family members and friends sometimes cross the line, usually with good intentions and absolute chaos. They are joined by three anonymous guests who share jaw-dropping real-life stories, including a bride whose mother-in-law dressed h...