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6:58

Energy Now, Not Later: Why South Africa Needs an...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/18

Energy Analyst Clyde Mallinson joins John Maytham to chat about the DA’s alternative plan for stabilising the country’s electricity grid. 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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9:12

Civil Society police? Afriforum’s Role in Gordons Bay...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/18

John Maytham chats to Somerset West resident Tanja Hilchert on her experience at a roadblock – conducted by civil rights organisation Afriforum. 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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7:26

Turning Glass into Opportunity: TGRC’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/18

Today, John Maytham is joined by Kate Kenny, The Glass Recycling Company spokesperson, to unpack how recycling glass can help protect our planet, support livelihoods, and move South Africa closer to a true circular economy. 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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6:21

Table Mountain’s Hidden Threat: Crime Statistics...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/18

Today, we unpack what these troubling statistics really mean for public safety, tourism, and the future of one of the world’s most iconic natural landmarks, Table Mountain. John Maytham speaks to Andy Davies, Chairman of Friends of Table Mountain, to better understand the severity of the crisis, the coalition’s calls for urgent intervention, and how volunteer groups have been forced to step in where government entities have fallen short. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and

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6:49

DA Applauds Crackdown on Failing Municipal Managers:...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/18

John Maytham speaks to Paul Berkowitz about the AG issuing the first Certificate of Debt, and what this means for financial management at municipal level going forward. 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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9:59

Franco Mostert’s permanent red card

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

John Maytham speaks to former international rugby referee, Andre Watson, about the controversial permanent red card given to Springbok lock, Franco Mostert, during the game against Italy on the weekend. 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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8:30

Women for Change shutdown on Friday

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

Lisa Vetten, a researcher specialising in gender violence and associate at Wits’ Southern Centre for Inequality Studies, speaks to John Maytham about Women for Change’s call for a national shutdown on Friday in protest against gender violence. 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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6:39

Stone Age Roots: How Ancient History Shaped Our Dogs...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

John Maytham speaks to bioarchaeologist Dr Allowen a bioarchaeologist from the University of Montpellier in France, who is a lead researcher on a study which has found that dogs began their physical transformation from wolves several centuries earlier than previously thought. 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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10:08

Palestinians spend hours stuck on plane

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

John Maytham speaks to Rebecca Davis, journalist at Daily Maverick, who has been investigating the plane with Palestinians landing in South Africa, closely. 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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5:47

Tariff Relief or Mirage? What US Policy Shift Means...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

To unpack what the eased US tariffs means for South Africa’s agricultural economy, John Maytham speaks to Wandile Sihlobo, chief economist at the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa and senior fellow at Stellenbosch University’s Department of Agricultural Economics. 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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5:15

10x investments feature: Investing for Tomorrow: How...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

10X doesn’t just help you invest for retirement; they help you craft a legacy. With thoughtful planning and meticulous execution, you can create the retirement future you’ve always wanted. Invest with 10X today – John Maytham is joined by Asavele Gwele, investment Consultant at 10x Investments 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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9:29

Proteas win over India, at Eden Park

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

Joining John Maytham to unpack this epic performance is Shukri Conrad, Proteas head coach, who shares what went into this remarkable win over India at Eden Gardens, and what it means for the team moving forward. 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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6:22

How to stay clear from Black Friday rip offs this...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/17

Joining John Maytham is Neesa Moodley, a seasoned finance journalist, to unpack the tactics criminals use and share practical tips to keep your money safe – especially this Black Friday month! 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

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5:29

US No-Show at SA’s G20: Ramaphosa’s Agenda on Shaky...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/14

John Maytham is joined by Peter Fabricius, veteran journalist at the Daily Maverick, who has been closely tracking global diplomacy and the shifting dynamics within the G20. Peter breaks down what this diplomatic standoff means for South Africa’s presidency, for global governance, and for the credibility of the summit itself. 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

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7:17

Breaking the Seal: Zuma’s Tax Records Ordered...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/14

we’re joined by Caroline James, freedom of expression lawyer at the Southern Africa Litigation Centre (SALC) in Johannesburg. Caroline has been directly involved in legal advocacy around access to information and brings critical insight into the implications of this unprecedented order. Caroline will be discussing the release of ex-President, Jacob Zuma’s tax records. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a

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4:57

From Airwaves to Oceans: Richard Hardiman’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/14

John Maytham speaks to Richard Hardiman, CEO of RanMarine Technology, about this full-circle moment, Wasteshark returning home, and what it means for the future of clean harbours 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 often surprises the audience with

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8:16

Books with John Maytham

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/14

The Proving Ground by Michael Connellym – Fictional What Can We Know by Ian McEwan – Fictional How To Build A House In The Mountains by Roger Lucey - Non-fitional 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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10:03

What else could go wrong? We ask Zapiro...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/14

We speak to Jonathan Shapiro (better known as Zapiro), award-winning analyst and illustrator, about the stories behind the cartoons and why satire remains such a powerful lens on society – and Zapiro’s 30th annual collection, What else can go wrong? 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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5:19

Environment Minister, Dion George is axed: What does...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/14

We speak to Jacques Peacock, Communications Unit Manager at the NSPCA, about the sacking of ex Environment minister, Dion George and the appointment of the new Environment minsiter. 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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10:36

Guardrails for Grants: Bookmakers Sound Alarm on...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/11/14

John Maytham speaks to Sean Coleman, CEO of SABA, about what’s driving the illegal gambling surge and why the industry believes government intervention is critical. 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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