The Lunch Break

Krish Govender hails from Umzinto and is a former educator who obtained his masters in business. He writes uniquely South African stories for young readers and spoke to Varshan about his latest book, 'Fighting for my Family'.

John Lucas is an international fitness model and TV and film personality with more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. He has competed in numerous federations internationally. Varshan crossed to Mumbai to chat to John Lucas about his career highlights.

Kim Potgieter, a leading authority on holistic financial planning gives us a preview of her book Midlife Money Makeover with lessons to take care of your financial future.

Varshan chats with entrepreneur and venture capitalist Daniel Strauss about his book 'The Billionaire Mindset'. Daniel reveals his secrets to success.

Listener Sabitha Mansingh connects with her husband on Crossing Over with Sharon Duff.

Varshan chats with Ilana Gerschlowitz, mother of a teenage boy with Autism and author of the book ‘Saving My Sons: A Journey with Autism’

Listener Mervyn connects with his mom on Crossing Over with Sharon Duff.

Varshan had the pleasure of speaking to senior Lotus FM presenter EB Mamode, host of the popular Urdu show Guldasta. EB, recently took on the responsibilities as host of the Qawali hour show and spoke about his new show. EB also shared a special Ramadan message.

Yovani Naidoo is no ordinary 21-year-old. Apart from being a biological science student she is trained in both the Eastern and Western genre of music and that’s not all – she expertly plays the harmonium, keyboard, violin and sitar. Varshan had the pleasure of catching up with this bright young music artist for a great chat.

Tshidi Monkoe is a smart, dynamic woman – a teacher, soul healer and mother. She’s also a self-published author whose book, Prison Love, is a personal account of her experiences with love behind bars.

Durban comedian Cyril Basker chats about the negative effect of the pandemic on the comedy business

Listener Runjinee Reddy crossing over with Sharon Duff

Varshan chats with Advocate Veerash Srikison about Human Rights in South Africa and the right of access to justice

Life advocate, Nicky Rowbotham joins Varshan for a chat about her empowering book, “7 Steps To Finding Flow”.

Every Tuesday and Thursday, Varshan hosts a crossing over segment with psychic medium Sharon Duff. Listener's are given the opportunity to cross over with a loved one who has passed on.

Varshan Sookhun chats with 19 year old actress, dancer and model, Tekayha Sukuram about her journey to the largest model and talent convention in the world.

Varshan Sookhun chats with business leader, Claudette Sigamoney about her entrepreneurial journey thus far - an inspiring story for career-minded women

Varshan chats with social media star, Brentley Perumal about his growing popularity and the fresh chicken curry that’s got people talking.

Varshan Sookhun chats with Razia van der Schuur, a Digital Training Expert, about the benefits of social media for businesses and the Whatsapp privacy policy changes.

In South Africa, more than 41% of women are obese and experts say that combatting obesity in South Africa will require more than a one size fits all approach. Varshan Sookhun chatted with Retha Harmse, a Registered Dietitian about the health risks associated with obesity

Talented music artist Brendan Nagan was back on the Lunch Break for a chat with Varshan and to perform some of his favourite songs.

On World Hearing Day, Varshan spoke to Barry Kaganson, CEO of Auria Senior Living, about how senior citizens find it difficult to cope with hearing loss and about how we can preserve our ability to hear as we get older.

As the Matric class of 2020 process their results – those who were disappointed with their results could be feeling depressed. Varshan spoke to Praneetha Jugdeo, from the South African College of Applied Psychology – Durban Head of Campus, about how these matriculants can adopt a more positive mindset, and seek out new opportunities.

Varshan spoke to Lauren van Nijkerk about WILDOCEANS, a programme of the WILDTRUST, about the importance of ocean protection and what life would be like without our oceans.

#Covid19SA #ChooseLife Various communities have been struggling to make ends meet due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. In response to this – two women Naadia Sheik Hameed & Nazreen Isaacs formed the humanitarian project Tiny Steps Covid Care Team, to provide meal packs and hygiene packs to those in need. Varshan spoke to Naadia and Nazreen about this great community upliftment project.