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8:41

Apartheid spatial planning and a lack of transport...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/10

John Maytham is joined by Dr Siyabulela Fobosi, Senior Researcher and Acting Head at the UNESCO ‘Oliver Tambo’ Chair of Human Rights in the Faculty of Law at the University of Fort Hare, who argues that the taxi industry reveals uncomfortable truths about South Africa’s economy — from spatial inequality created during apartheid to the pressures placed on drivers, owners and passengers in a market-driven system. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on

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8:21

Rise in phubbing

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/10

John Maytham speaks to Claire Hart, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Southampton, whose research examines how “phubbing” — short for phone snubbing — affects relationship dynamics. Her study, published in the Journal of Personality, explored how people respond emotionally when their partner repeatedly prioritises their phone during conversations or shared time. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk

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7:39

Outdoor advertising and billboards need to be...

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2026/03/10

John Maytham is joined by Nosiphiwo Nzimande, a researcher with the South African Medical Research Council and the Wits Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science – Priceless SA, who argues that South Africa urgently needs child-centric advertising regulation that prioritises public health and children’s rights in shared public spaces. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran

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8:50

AA stance on safer cars

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2026/03/10

John Maytham speaks to Ian McLaren, Editor of CAR Magazine, for an expert analysis of the AA’s stance and the broader safety implications for the South African car market. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic

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7:44

Middle East Tensions Threaten Formula 1 Grand Prix Races

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/10

John Maytham speaks to F1 correspondent, Hendrik Verwoed, on the likelihood of the cancellation of F1 races in the Middle East due to rising tensions – and whether SA could be an alternative location. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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

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6:12

Mayor Demands Answers from PRASA Over Alleged Gang...

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2026/03/10

John Maytham speaks to the Mayor of Cape Town, Geordin Hill-Lewis, on his urgent calls to PRASA to take action against the alleged gang links tied to the central line contracts. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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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9:03

Fuel uncertainty caused by the war in the Middle East...

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2026/03/10

John Maytham speaks to Peter Morgan, who explains the precarious balance between supply, pricing, and potential oil rationing in South Africa. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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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8:04

Impact of delay in draft alcohol bill

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/09

To unpack why reform is urgent and what the Liquor Amendment Bill could achieve, John Maytham speaks to Busisiwe Kabane-Bailey, Innovation Director at DG Murray Trust, whose work focuses on alcohol-related harm and gender-based violence. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,

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8:32

Day 10 of US-Israel war in Iran

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/09

Author and Distinguished Public Policy Fellow at the American University of Beirut, Rami G Khouri, speaks to John Maytham about the ongoing war in Iran. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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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7:14

Skubu: the world's first fully automated, IoT-enabled...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/09

John Maytham is joined by Eben De Jongh, Founder of Sonke Sales Solutions and the driving force behind the SKUBU concept, to unpack how this automated refill store is helping families stretch their grocery budgets while also reducing environmental waste. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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

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4:56

Cape Town Cycle tour follow-up

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2026/03/09

To reflect on the weekend’s race, the atmosphere around the city, and what the event means for Cape Town, John Maytham is joined by Dave Bellairs, CEO of the Cape Town Cycle Tour. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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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5:18

No taxis in Cape Town today

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/09

Taxi drivers were expected to march to the Nyanga police station to call for progress in several unresolved cases and improved security around the rank. To unpack the latest developments and what they mean for commuters and operators, John Maytham is joined by Nkululeko Sityebo, spokesperson for the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association (CATA). Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned

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10:49

Australia’s New Porn Law: Age Checks Now Mandatory

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2026/03/09

To unpack what these new rules around porn accessibility in Australia mean for both users and platforms, John Maytham is joined byRorke Wilson, a social media law specialist, who will help explain how the legislation works and whether it could set a precedent for other countries grappling with the same issue. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a

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11:22

Von Memerty’s Death: What It Means for Assisted Dying...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/09

John Maytham is joined by Marianne Thamm, journalist at the Daily Maverick, who has been closely following the story and the broader right-to-die debate in South Africa. She’ll help us understand how this case may influence public perception — and potentially complicate efforts to change the law for terminally ill patients seeking dignity at the end of life. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk

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8:57

A weigh in on Dave Rennie becoming New Zealand’s...

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2026/03/06

John Maytham speaks to Craig Ray, Daily Maverick sports editor, about what Rennie’s arrival means for the All Blacks, the challenges he’ll face in integrating overseas-based talent, and how his broad perspective could make New Zealand even more formidable on the world stage. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and

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7:51

Kyle Cowan’s involvement in bringing down former ANC...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/06

John Maytham speaks to Kyle Cowan, News24 investigative journalist, about the painstaking work that went into exposing corruption at the highest levels and the lessons learned along the way. He shares insights on the investigative process, the challenges of confronting powerful figures, and the broader implications for anti-corruption efforts in the country. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio

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7:49

Books with John Maytham 06 March 2026

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/06

Join in to hear John talk about the favourite books he read this week! Open Season by Jonathan Kellerman A Family Matter by Claire Lynch Exit Wounds by Peter Godwin Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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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9:08

Small-Scale Fishing Industry Breathes Again: Decision...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/06

John Maytham is joined by Faez Poggenpoel, chairperson of the Kalk Bay Cooperative — the only fishers’ secondary cooperative in the small-scale sector — and a fifth-generation fisherman from Kalk Bay. He has been closely involved in the fight to protect small-scale fishing rights and understands first-hand the cultural and economic importance of the industry. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and

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7:28

From “Uncool” to Unstoppable: How the Eagles’...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/06

John Maytham is joined now by Sean Brokensha, music journalist, to unpack how a relatively simple compilation album became one of the most successful records of all time. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean

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6:14

One Unworn Dress, One Big Idea: Helping Young People...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/03/06

John Maytham is joined by Cailin Rumpf, career strategist, to tell us how a single unworn dress sparked a pay-it-forward movement aimed at giving young job seekers a boost in confidence and access. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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

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