Leigh-Anne Williams

Gail Bester, Director of the Oasis Association, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the incredible work the organisation is doing to improve the lives of people living with intellectual disability by managing several programmes and projects specifically designed to help them develop to their full potential. She shares more about what they do and how people can get involved.

In a recent study, it was found that sperm cells are not in fact the fastest swimmer; they are chosen by the egg. Sandra Rosenberg explains the new study, which debunks the old-age theory. 

More than half of dog owners in the USA would consider breaking up with their partner if their pup didn’t approve.⁠ According to a study by Rover.com, 54% said they’d reconsider their relationship if their dog didn’t like their significant other. And that’s just the beginning.⁠ The Morning Show team and listeners discuss whether or not this will be a deal breaker for them.&...

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) is a group of chronic inflammatory conditions that affects millions worldwide yet remains largely misunderstood and often misdiagnosed. Dr Thania Kahn, Gastroenterologist at the Cape Town Infusion Centre, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about the difference between IBD and IBS, the prevalence of IBD in South Africa and how do the numbers compare to the rest of the wor...

This Menstrual Hygiene Day, we’re honoured to feature Aditi Radhakrishna on Warrior Woman with Leigh-Anne Williams. A Chartered Accountant turned changemaker, Aditi is the Co-founder and Director of Ruby Rose Feminine Hygiene SA, a local brand producing SABS-approved, eco-friendly sanitary pads — all with one powerful mission: to end period poverty and uplift vulnerable women and girls...

A psychological study mentions that a 1980s study observed similar findings, with men who kissed their wives before work living an average of five years longer than those who didn’t. The ladies of The Morning Show and listeners discuss this study, which illustrates that regular kissing may foster a positive attitude and a sense of connection, leading to better mental and physical health.

In the latest edition of 5 Second Rule, Sandra Rosenberg tests the ladies of The Morning Show. 

Louise Coetzee, the Marketing and Fundraising Manager at Durbanville Children's Home, and Yolande Brockman, the Manager of Meals On Wheels, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about their incredible organisations, what the donations from the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign would mean for them and how people can continue to get involved in this meaningful initiative. 

Wilfred Daniels, Chairperson of the Stellenbosch Work Cenrtre for Adult Person with Disabilities, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about their protective environment, which provides work rehabilitation, preparation and skills training, with a view of placement in the open labour market. He shares more about what they do, their LEER range of Nguni rugs and how people can get involved. 

A much-anticipated meeting between South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa and US President Donald Trump is over. The encounter was at times - as expected - fiery. Trump confronted the South African leader with a video over discredited claims of a white genocide in South Africa. The team discusses what went down and what it means going forward for SA-US bilateral relations.

South Africa's Marlene Dumas’ "Miss January" (1997) has recently sold in New York for an incredible $13,635,000, setting a new world record for the highest price ever achieved by a living female artist at auction. Marelize van Zyl, CEO of Aspire Art, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about this incredible milestone and what it means for female artists in the country.

Slipper Day returns on 30 May, inviting South Africans to Do It For The Dreamers by purchasing a R20 sticker, wearing their slippers, and helping to fulfil the dreams of children facing life-threatening illnesses. Ivor Cleary, Head of Marketing for Reach For A Dream, joins Leigh-Anne Williams on the line to share more about how this day's a simple yet powerful way to bring hope and joy t...

In the latest edition of 5 Second Rule, Leigh-Anne Williams is the games master as she puts Sandra Rosenberg, Delucia Daniels and Jason Abels to the test on all things winter. 

The QuadPara Association of the Western Cape (QAWC) is a non-profit organisation of quadriplegics and paraplegics in the Western Cape. Anthony Ghillino, General Manager at QuadPara Association of the Western Cape, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about what the organisation does, how they aim to raise awareness around spinal cord injuries and ways in which listeners can get involved in the projects.&n...

In the latest episode of The S Files, Sandra Rosenberg unpacks The Diddy Trial, what Cassie Ventura has said on the stand and who will be taking the standing next. 

You may have heard of Wise Move? Dubbed the "Uber for movers", this female-led startup offers a simple, efficient, and reliable way for customers to book moving services online from transporting vehicles to pet transport. Founder and CEO, Chanté Venter, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about her incredible journey in a male dominated field and shares some advice for young entrepreneurs. 

In South Africa, unintended pregnancies remain a significant concern. According to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) State of the World Population 2022 report, 81 out of every 1,000 South African women aged 15 to 49 experienced an unintended pregnancy between 2015 and 2019. This is well above the global average of 64 per 1,000. Despite advances in healthcare, Dr Caitlin Hegter, Specialist...

49 Afrikaner "refugees" left South Africa en route to the United States of America in search of a better life. The team discusses the issue and whether or not they should be granted duel citizenship. 

A study published in the Journal of Sleep Research has found a notable link between the use of multiple pillows and elevated anxiety levels. The study suggests that surrounding oneself with pillows may reflect a subconscious need for security or control. Psychologists interpret this behaviour as a coping mechanism, where the pillows serve as physical boundaries or a “safe zone” that he...

With Delucia Daniels as the games master, she puts Leigh-Anne Williams and Sandra Rosenberg to the test in the latest edition of 5 Second Rule. 

The Open Circle is a unique residential facility in the Western Cape, home to 30 adults living with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviour. Since opening its doors in 2015, it has become a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment where residents are supported to grow, thrive, and reach new milestones every day. Helita Mankahla, the Facility Manager at The Open Circle, chats to Leig...

With another 4-day work week trial coming to South Africa, Sandra Rosenberg unpacks what it means for workers in the nation, which sectors will suffer and which ones will flourish. 

After discovering that kids are learning a new alphabet song, the team and listeners share which version is better. 

In Switzerland, citizenship can be denied if locals feel an applicant isn’t well integrated. Nancy Holten, a Dutch-born woman, was initially rejected for being “annoying” due to her activism against Swiss traditions like cowbells and church bells. The Morning Show Team discusses the situation. 

South African pop duo Easy Freak are turning up the heat with their brand-new single "Old School Love" — a groove-filled, retro-inspired anthem that’s also their first official release under Ultra Records (USA). Blending 70s funk and R&B with smooth South African Deep House, the track is bursting with nostalgic charm and feel-good vibes. They’re join Leigh-Anne Williams to ch...