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Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

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5:54

Fuel Pressure, Legal Questions: Is the Energy Crisis...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/22

John Maytham speaks to Chantell De Gouveia | Associate in Employment Law at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr, who unpacks how the current energy crisis is reshaping the workplace once again. Lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic showed that productivity can be maintained outside the traditional office — and now, with fuel prices climbing and pressure mounting on both employers and employees, those flexible models are back in focus. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and

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7:45

Can SA vote for competent leaders in local government...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/22

John Maytham speaks to Craig Bailie | Founding Director of Bailie Leadership Consultancy, who argues that South Africa’s local governance challenges are, at their core, a followership crisis. Bailie suggests that in a democratic system, leadership is a reflection of citizen choices — and without active, informed and courageous participation from voters, even the best reform efforts may fall short. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned

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10:17

Beyond the DA: Can Anyone Fix South Africa’s Deepest...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/21

John Maytham is joined by Jonny Steinberg, writer and scholar, who unpacks why the DA may struggle to move beyond incremental change, even if it expands its electoral footprint. 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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6:23

Treekeepers CT propose an alternative Arbor Week for...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/21

John Maytham speaks to Mark Johnston, an exco member of Treekeepers Cape Town, about why it would be better to have a focus on tree planting in the Cape in late April, rather than during National Arbor Week in September. 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

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11:57

The Iain Wares Case and Questions of Justice

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/21

John maytham is joined by George Scott, Survivor of Iain Wares, Former prosecutor in Britain, who shares his personal experience and offers insight into the legal complexities surrounding the 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

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6:30

Audit alarm bells ring as SA’s watchdog finds too...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/21

John Maytham speaks to Neesa Moodley about a damning new audit watchdog report revealing declining audit quality, repeated failures across firms and growing concerns about trust in South Africa’s financial 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 program often

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6:28

Faster, Safer, louder: F1 Rule Changes for Miami

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/21

John Maytham speaks to Hendrik Verwoerd about Formula 1’s latest 2026 regulation tweaks, aimed at improving safety, simplifying energy management and responding to growing driver concerns. 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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7:11

Cape Town Mayor Demands No Bail for Drug Dealers

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/21

John Maytham speaks to Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis about concerns over the justice system after a suspected drug dealer was released on bail shortly after arrest and allegedly returned to selling drugs in the community. 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

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8:32

Unpacking the issues of compulsory daylight...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/21

John Maytham is joined by Ian McLaren | Editor of Car Magazine, to unpack the realities behind the proposal, and whether South Africa is equipped to implement it effectively. 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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6:54

Investigators didn’t act on fund flow possible link...

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2026/04/20

John Maytham is joined now by Kyle Cowan, Investigative Journalist, News24, to unpack this groundbreaking investigation into the Murray murders in 2023, and what it reveals about the state of high-level policing 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 business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program

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9:18

Legality of passage through the Strait of Hormuz

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/20

John Maytham is joined now by Andrew Pike, Head of Ports, Rail, and Logistics Sector at Bowmans Gilfillan, to unpack the legalities of passage through the Strait of Hormuz. 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

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7:40

NSFAS Missing-Middle Loan Scheme review

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/20

The acting CEO of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme, Waseem Carrim, speaks to John Maytham about its planned review of NSFAS’ Missing-Middle Loan Scheme. 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

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7:55

Cheap flights to Europe, without needing to rely on...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/20

John Maytham is joined now by Andrew Thompson, Journalist, News24, to break down how South Africans can still bag a bargain trip to Europe in 2026. 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

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10:51

To hear the trees speak: with Olivia Sprinkle

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/20

John Maytham is joined now by Olivia Sprinkle, Author, to unpack this deeply reflective and thought-provoking journey – in her book -” To hear the trees speak” 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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7:17

Thyspunt Gets the Nod: Nuclear Plans Move Ahead Amid...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/20

John Maytham speaks to Chris Yelland, energy analyst, to unpack whether Thyspunt is truly the best option—and what risks and realities South Africa needs to confront as it weighs up a new nuclear build. 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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4:20

Friday band feature:

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/17

John Maytham chats to lead singer of Indie Dog Seb Howarth about the band, and their upcoming gigs 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 Rapid

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8:28

The Political fallout of Julius Malema’s sentencing.

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/17

Political Analyst Melanie Verwoed joins John Maytham to chat about the political fallout for Julius Malema after being sentenced to 5 years in prison. 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

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4:46

The JSC overruling the Tribunal on Selby Mbenenge.

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/17

Judges Matter’s Mbekezeli Benjamin speaks to John Maytham regarding the JSC finding Eastern Cape Judge President Selby Mbenenge guilty of gross misconduct and sexual harassment. 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

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6:53

The Potential demise of LivGolf

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/17

John Maytham speaks to Daily Maverick Sports editor Craig Ray on the potential demise of LivGol 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 Rapid Fire,

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9:52

BOOKS WITH JOHN MAYTHAM

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/04/17

John Maytham’s weekly feature – where he discusses his favourite thing to do, which is read! · Forfeit by Barbara Nadel · Son of Nobody by Yann Martel · The Only Cure by Mark Solms 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

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