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7:33

Phala Phala – What should we be demanding from SA’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/20

To help us unpack why Phala Phala continues to resonate so deeply, and what this controversy reveals about both leadership and citizenship in South Africa, John Maytham isjoined by Zukiswa Pikoli, Managing Editor of Maverick Citizen and News. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean

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6:13

New device bypasses need to use instruments during birth

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/20

To help us understand how assisted births work, how this new technology compares to traditional tools, and whether South African mothers could benefit from it, John Maytham is joined by Dr Peter de Jong, obstetrician-gynaecologist in private practice in Cape Town. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s

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6:57

Consumers have a right to know when they are...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/20

John Maytham speaks to Wits Associate Professor Michele van Eck on companies telling consumers when they are chatting to an AI bot. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling

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13:04

Out for a Duck? Fans Furious After Newlands Test...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/20

To help us unpack the significance of this ticketing controversy, the relationship between Cricket South Africa and its fan base, and whether this episode points to broader issues in the commercialisation of the sport, John Maytham isjoined by Neil Manthorp, cricket writer and analyst. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and

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7:57

No Show in Court: Prosecutor in Joe ‘Ferrari’...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/19

John Maytham speaks to Mongezi Koko, EWN journalist, to get the latest from the Joe Ferrari Sibanyoni case. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is

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9:02

Flood of frivolous lawsuits pushes Constitutional...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/19

John Maytham speaks to Judith February from Freedom Under Law about a new report warning that South Africa’s Constitutional Court is under severe strain due to a surge in applications and growing delays in the justice system. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the

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9:58

Who Gets to Belong? The Quiet Exclusion of Care in...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/19

John Maytham speaks to Rebecca Walker from the African Centre for Migration and Society at Wits University about concerns that South Africa’s revised immigration white paper could deepen exclusion and undermine access to healthcare. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the

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8:49

Phala Phala: Is impeachment a reality?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/19

John Maytham speaks to Judge Dennis Davis about the Constitutional Court ruling on the Phala Phala matter, the legal implications for President Cyril Ramaphosa, and what could happen next in Parliament. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the

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9:17

SA wins gold at the Chelsea Flower Festival

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/19

John Maytham is joined by international landscape designer, botanist, presenter and writer, Leon Kluge to unpack SA’s gold victory at the Chelsea Flower Festival in London. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book

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9:52

Water Desalination

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/19

John Maytham speaks to Prof Anthony Turton about desalination, water security, and why he believes South Africa should treat water infrastructure as part of a national economic recovery strategy. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with

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8:33

Bruised but Unbowed: Dobson Backs Stormers to Bounce...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

John Maytham is joined by John Dobson, head coach of the Stormers, who says the team will need to “regroup quickly” after what he described as a “very bruised” performance against a clinical Cardiff Rugby side. Despite the setback — and a winless overseas tour that also included a draw with Ulster — Dobson is backing his squad’s resilience ahead of a high-stakes knockout clash at home. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran

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7:21

Selective outrage when it comes to corruption

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

John Maytham is joined by Melusi Ncala, Senior Researcher at Corruption Watch, to unpack why public reaction to corruption cases so often depends on who is implicated, rather than what has been done. From political scandals to public discourse, Ncala says this inconsistency weakens accountability and sends the wrong message: that consequences depend on connections, not conduct. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up

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8:26

New King of the Road: The Chery Tiggo 4 Pro Becomes...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

John Maytham is joined by Ian McLaren, Editor of CAR Magazine, to unpack what this milestone really says about changing buyer behaviour, brand loyalty, and the growing influence of Chinese manufacturers in South Africa’s competitive car market. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic

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8:53

Streaming in the Shadows: The Rise of VPNs and Pirate...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

John Maytham is joined by Helena Wasserman, Editor at News24 Business, who explores how “everyday viewers” in suburbs like Craighall and Claremont are increasingly normalising piracy — not out of rebellion, but frustration — as global content becomes harder to access legally in South Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in

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7:34

The Phala Phala Process

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

John Maytham is joined by George Michalakis, Parliamentary Leader of the Democratic Alliance, who will head the party’s five-member delegation on the impeachment committee. The DA says its team reflects both legal and parliamentary experience, as it prepares to engage with the evidence and process surrounding the Phala Phala allegations. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news

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5:40

Agri Western Cape conducts damage assessment after rains

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

Agri Western Cape’s CEO, Jannie Strydom, talks to John Maytham about the impact of the recent storms on farms in the Western Cape. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling

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13:15

The dogs of Vivo: By Sven Axelrad

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

John Maytham is joined by Sven Axelrad, acclaimed South African author and winner of the Sunday Times Fiction Prize, to unpack the inspiration behind this stylish and philosophical new work. Described as playful, nostalgic, sexy and unmistakably original, The Dogs of Vivo explores the intensity of youthful ambition, the complexity of love and friendship, and the unsettling truth that while you may not win it all, everything can still be lost Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk

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8:34

Wage report reveals low entry level salaries

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/18

emchannel’s CEO, Lindiwe Sebesho, speaks to John Maytham about its new report which found that many young people earn little more than the minimum wage in their first job. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book

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11:07

Springbok in the Dock: Asenathi Ntlabakanye Handed...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/15

John Maytham is joined by Craig Ray, sports editor at Daily Maverick, to discuss the sports ban of Springbok prop, Asenathi Ntlabakanye. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling

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7:58

Phala Phala Fallout: A Turning Point for the ANC or...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/05/15

Against that backdrop, the bigger question now being asked is no longer just about Ramaphosa — but about the survival trajectory of the ANC itself. To unpack whether this moment represents political damage control or the start of a long-term decline, John Maytham is joined by Professor Susan Booysen, political analyst and emeritus professor at Wits University, and author of Precarious Power: Compliance and Discontent under Ramaphosa’s ANC. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and

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