5 Drive

Think fast, talk faster! Contestants face off in a high-speed word game, where they're given a random letter and 30 seconds to unleash a flurry of words starting with it. It's a battle of vocabulary, and quick thinking!

We all know them. The fans who take things way too far. We dive into the wild world of fandom and ask the burning question: who are the  most insufferable groups of people out there? We explore the passionate, the pushy, and the downright unbearable.

Ever find yourself in a heated debate? Are you the type to meticulously pull out the receipts and fight to the bitter end, or do you wave the white flag early to keep the peace? We dive into the fascinating world of arguing styles and explore where you might fall on the spectrum.

This week, the team dives into the surprising world of... funeral awards? We unpack the recent recognition AKA's sendoff received and debate the concept of celebrating farewells. But that got us thinking: what things in life definitely don't deserve an award?

Donald Trump's 90-day suspension strategy has sparked global debate. But what if President Ramaphosa applied the same approach here in South Africa? In this episode, we dive into the hypothetical, exploring what sectors and policies might face a 90-day pause. From infrastructure projects to economic reforms, we analyze the potential impacts and ask: what would you suspend?

Think fast, talk faster! Contestants face off in a high-speed word game, where they're given a random letter and 30 seconds to unleash a flurry of words starting with it. It's a battle of vocabulary, and quick thinking!

Donald Trump's 90-day suspension strategy has sparked global debate. But what if President Ramaphosa applied the same approach here in South Africa? In this segment, we dive into the hypothetical, exploring what sectors and policies might face a 90-day pause. From infrastructure projects to economic reforms, we analyze the potential impacts and ask: what would you suspend?

Get ready to critique Yanga Mjoli's music choices! HIT OR MISS? puts Yanga in the hot seat as she selects the song for listener review.

Ever been out to eat and your phone's about to die? The urge to ask your waiter for a quick charge is strong, but is it a faux pas? Listen as we unpack the social norms, potential inconveniences, and surprising perspectives on whether it's rude to request a phone charge at a restaurant.

Ever been out to eat and your phone's about to die? The urge to ask your waiter for a quick charge is strong, but is it a faux pas? Listen as we unpack the social norms, potential inconveniences, and surprising perspectives on whether it's rude to request a phone charge at a restaurant.

The ultimate showdown of syllables! It's a nail-biting spelling bee as Shabzi and Aaron go head-to-head. Who conquered the dictionary and emerge as the spelling champion?

Ready to write a story together? Join the Drive Team every day as we kick off a brand new tale with a single, intriguing sentence. Then, it's over to YOU , our amazing listeners, to take the reins! The final, collaboratively crafted masterpiece revealed every Friday!

Diaspora wars ignite as African Americans from New Orleans find themselves explaining and defending their annual ‘African Zulu’ parade. South Africans and the wider African continent have expressed offense, raising complex questions about cultural appropriation and representation. Listen to Yanga Mjoli as she unpacks the origins of this tradition and the ensuing controversy.

Ever catch yourself wondering if there's more to life? In "What Are You Missing Out On?", we delve into those nagging feelings of FOMO, exploring the diverse experiences, perspectives, and opportunities that we feel might be passing us by. 

Dive deep into the world of soccer with a true icon! This segment features the legendary Doctor Khumalo in an engaging conversation, sharing his incredible journey, insights into the game, and memorable moments.

Dive deep into the world of soccer with a true icon! This segment features the legendary Doctor Khumalo in an engaging conversation, sharing his incredible journey, insights into the game, and memorable moments.

Witness the next generation of spelling - superstars in action! Our kids’ spelling bee is packed with suspense, as young wordsmiths face off in a battle of with and knowledge.

Ever bought something that left you feeling ripped off? Join us on "What Did You Buy?! (Is This a Scam?!)" as we dive into listener stories and our own experiences with questionable purchases, misleading marketing, and outright scams.

Dive deep into the world of soccer with a true icon! This segment features the legendary Doctor Khumalo in an engaging conversation, sharing his incredible journey, insights into the game, and memorable moments.

Dive deep into the world of soccer with a true icon! This segment features the legendary Doctor Khumalo in an engaging conversation, sharing his incredible journey, insights into the game, and memorable moments.

Think fast, talk faster! Contestants face off in a high-speed word game, where they're given a random letter and 30 seconds to unleash a flurry of words starting with it. It's a battle of vocabulary, and quick thinking!

Ever bought something that left you feeling ripped off? Join us on "What Did You Buy?! (Is This a Scam?!)" as we dive into listener stories and our own experiences with questionable purchases, misleading marketing, and outright scams.

Think fast, talk faster! Contestants face off in a high-speed word game, where they're given a random letter and 30 seconds to unleash a flurry of words starting with it. It's a battle of vocabulary, and quick thinking!

Zanele dropped a whopping 180 Rand on a single bottle of water – a far cry from the usual 20! Was it worth the hype (and the hefty price tag)? The 5 Drive team puts their taste buds to the ultimate test, comparing Zanele's boujee beverage against Jude's standard 20 Rand bottle and a mystery sample from Nick. Can they taste the difference between budget and baller water?