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6:00

From critic to envoy: Trump picks Bozell for SA Post

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Amy MacIver speaks with Daily Maverick journalist Peter Fabricius about the surprise nomination of Leo Brent Bozell III as US ambassador to South Africa. They delve into Bozell’s controversial background, the side lining of Joel Pollak, and what this unexpected pick means for diplomacy and US-SA relations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:23

Steel showdown: Tariffs, trade, and a sector on the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Amy MacIver is joined by Donald MacKay, CEO of XA Global Trade Advisors, for a sharp and insightful look at the high-stakes decisions surrounding South Africa’s largest-ever review of steel tariffs. They discuss the potential fallout for thousands of importers, the risks of introducing import controls and preferential pricing, and whether mini-mills can fill the gap left by ArcelorMittal’s mill closures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:35

Paracetamol: Time for a Rethink?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Amy MacIver is joined by Prof. Renier Coetzee, an expert in public health and antimicrobial stewardship, to unpack emerging concerns around paracetamol’s real-world effectiveness and safety.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:10

Safety plans in Cape Town’s ‘Invested in Hope’ Budget...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Joining Amy MacIver to unpack these bold safety plans for Cape Town is Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis, who provides insight into how this budget aims to transform the city into a safer, more inclusive, and more resilient metroSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:56

Diamonds are forever: But are they, when stolen from...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Wendy Knowler joins Amy MacIver to unpack the legal and financial implications of this case, where diamonds were stolen from a plane’s overhead locker, when a South African got off a long international flight. They explore what airlines, insurers, and travellers should know when it comes to safeguarding valuables in transit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:40

Unimaginable suffering at North West tiger breeding...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Amy MacIver speaks to Jacques Peacock, Communications Manager for the NSPCA, about the shocking conditions at the facility, the legal action now being pursued, and the wider implications of South Africa’s commercial captive predator industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:41

• The Impact of Trump's 25% Car Tariffs on South...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Amy Maciver speak to Michael Power, Consultant to Ninety-One, an expert in global markets and trade dynamics to unpack the Impact of Trump's 25% Car Tariffs on South Africa and Global Trade.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:02

Gen Z: Un-hirable or misunderstood?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/27

Amy Maciver speaks to Dominique Olivier, a writer who has explored this generational shift, to unpack whether Gen Z’s workplace struggles are due to their shortcomings - or the failure of traditional work environments to evolve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:22

Jazz Legend receives Honorary Doctorate at...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

nternationally acclaimed South African jazz legend Jonathan Butler joins Amy MacIver following a proud moment in his illustrious career, having received an honorary doctorate from Stellenbosch University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:25

Standard Bank BACKABIZ Andy Dalton

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

As part of our week-long feature celebrating Cape Town’s most inspiring small businesses — brought to you by Standard Bank — Amy MacIver speaks to the founder of a small Cape Town repair company making big waves behind the scenes of the local music and entertainment industry. They’re in the running to win R10 000 — or even R40 000 if they bank with Standard Bank.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:12

How accurate are weather services?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Amy MacIver is joined by Dr Peter Johnston, climate scientist at UCT’s Climate System Analysis Group (CSAG), to explore a question many listeners ask daily, “How accurate are our weather services, really?” With decades of experience in climate forecasting and climate risk, Dr Johnston explains why public scepticism is understandable—but often misplaced.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:43

Motsoaledi Backtracks: Cannabis & Hemp Ban to Be...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Amy Maciver speaks to Paul-Michael Keichel, a prominent cannabis lawyer and advocate for policy reform in South Africa to discuss Health Minister Dr. Aaron Motsoaledi announcing that he will withdraw the regulations criminalizing the sale, importation, and manufacture of cannabis-infused food and cosmetic products.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:56

Prudence Sekgodiso doing numbers on the global stage

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Amy Maciver speaks to Samuel Sepeng, Prudence Sekgodiso’s coach, about Prudence’s recipe for success, the sacrifices, and what’s next as she sets her sights on the outdoor season and the upcoming World Championships in Tokyo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:23

Strengthening ties between SA and India

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Amy MacIver is joined by James Vos, the Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth in the City of Cape Town to share an insightful overview of the goals and outcomes of a strategic trade mission to India.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:51

Digital ID’s: Verification facelift

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Amy MacIver speaks with Dr. Alison Gillwald, Executive Director of Research ICT Africa, about South Africa’s big step toward digital transformation. What does the major upgrade to the Department of Home Affairs’ identity verification system mean for South Africans?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:50

Gaslighting in SA politics

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Amy MacIver is joined by Tony Leon, former leader of the official opposition and chairperson of a communications firm, to unpack his latest opinion on the rise of gaslighting in South African politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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3:26

BACKABIZ WITH STANDARD BANK: The Olive Exchange

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Every day this week, we’re profiling four resilient, bold, and downright inspiring entrepreneurs from the Western Cape – each one in the running for a chance to win up to R40 000 in cash this Friday! Today Dan Corder speaks to Alicia English from The Olive Exchange, a company that believes in the transformative power of storytelling to ignite a love for reading and improve literacy levels among South African children. There’s nothing easy about running a business in the Western

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8:51

IFAW Under Fire: Legal Battle Over Malawi Elephant...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/26

Amy Maciver speaks to veteran wildlife journalist Ed Stoddard. He has extensively covered the fallout from the elephant relocation and brings insight into the broader implications of this unprecedented lawsuit. What does this mean for wildlife conservation efforts, and could this case reshape how NGOs approach future translocations?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:58

BACKABIZ WITH STANDARD BANK: Hazardous Goods Logistics

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/25

In this Hazardous Goods Logistics episode ofBackaBiz with Standard Bank, Dan Corder shines a spotlight onJenene Jansen, a formidable entrepreneur at the helm of- a proudly South African business based in Cape Town. With over 20 years of combined experience, Jenene and her IATA and SAMSA-accredited team navigate the complex world of transporting dangerous goods and general cargo across air, sea, and road - both locally and internationally.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:01

The opening of Kusile's final unit

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/03/25

Dan Corder is joined by Chris Yelland, Managing Director at EE Business Intelligence, for an in-depth conversation on South Africa’s energy future, the challenges facing the power sector, and the innovations driving change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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