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The Best of 702 Weekend Breakfast

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19:14

Health Feature: World Hearing Day 2026:...

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2026/02/28

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr Fundile Nyati, Resident GP and CEO of Proactive Health Solution, about hearing conditions that affect children in line with this year’s theme. They discuss the signs and symptoms parents should look out for, as well as available treatment options and when to seek medical support. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers

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10:05

Music Corner: Children on the Frontline: Bra McCoy’s...

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2026/02/22

Gugs Mhlungu chats to McCoy Mrubata,Legendary Saxophonist, flute player and Composer, about his highly anticipated new album,Children on the Frontline,exploring the inspiration behind the project, its bled of African heritage and contemporary sound and how it addresses resilience, storytelling and the impact of conflict on children. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend

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26:20

Wellness: The power of quick recovery: Moving on and...

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2026/02/22

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Resident Clinical Psychologist, Dr Khosi Jiyane about how the fastest path to recovery involves creating new experiences that provide evidence to the brain, starting slowly to allow adjustment, and gradually moving forward to heal and grow. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness

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38:40

In the Profile: Zola Nene, Celeb Chef, Award winning...

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2026/02/22

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Zola Nene, Celeb Chef, Award winning cookbook author, food stylist & Master Chef S6 Judge, about her culinary journey, how her signature style evokes nostalgia, and her experiences serving as a judge on Master Chef and her new cook book to be launched in April. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle,

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5:30

Sustainable Living: International Mother Tongue Day:...

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2026/02/22

Gugs Mhlungu is joined byProf Rethabile Possa, Senior lecturer and head of UCT’s African Languages and Literature Dept, reflecting on International Mother Language Day and discuss the language policy reforms universities are implementing to preserve, promote, and enrich indigenous African languages. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range

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11:32

Sustainable Living: International Mother Tongue Day:...

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2026/02/22

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10:05

Personal Finance:...

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2026/02/22

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to resident Certified Financial Planner Paul Roelofse, about smart ways to save for your child’s education, unpacking the rising cost of school fees and related expenses, and sharing practical, accessible tips such as using a tax-free savings account and setting clear short-term financial goals. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics

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22:00

The Nature Diary: The Imba Gqiba campaign: Protecting...

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2026/02/22

Gugs Mhlungu chats with Resident CSI and nature conservationist Tim Neary and Mfundo Sipho Nxumalo, Member of Ukujabula Kwedlozi, about the organisation’s work conserving trees and water bodies, empowering traditional healers to help protect the coastline, and spearheading community beach clean-up initiatives. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs

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20:35

Wellbeing: Period blood testing: The future of...

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2026/02/22

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Neelan Pillay, Gynaecologist & Sub-specialist in Reproductive Medicine & Endocrine, discussing the latest advancements in cervical cancer screening including groundbreaking research into using period blood as a potentially accurate and convenient method for detecting early signs of cervical cancer. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend

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12:58

Literature Corner: Bloke of All Ages: Reframing a...

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Prof Siphiwo Mahala, Associate Professor in the Department of English at the University of Johannesburg, Prolific Writer in in English and IsiXhosa about his role as co-editor of a book chronicling the life of William Modisane, exploring his work, his experiences in exile, and the legacy he left behind. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The

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24:43

Future Of: Is a load shedding-free South...

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Professor Vally Padayachee,Power andEnergy expert and a former executive manager of Eskom and a former senior executive of City Power JHB, about the future of load shedding following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s announcement on energy reforms at the SONA, and what the planned transfer of the country’s electricity transmission assets out of Eskom could mean for South Africa’s energy landscape. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and

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8:51

Happening in 702 Land: JCC MINI CRICKET FESTIVAL

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu chats withIndarinGovender,Chairmanof the Joburg Cricket Club, about the club’s history, the role of cricket in Johannesburg, and initiatives that engage children in the sport to foster community, teamwork, and positive activities. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books,

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20:20

Parenting: What should my child study in an AI world?

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Nikki Bush, Resident human potential and parenting expert, about how to guide your children in choosing what to study after matric, navigating a rapidly evolving, technology-driven world full of new career possibilities. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books,

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8:46

Happening in 702 Land: Black History Month on stage:...

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Margaret Motsage, Musical director about the staging ofMotownat the Joburg Theatrein celebration of Black History Month, exploring how the production honors the enduring legacy of the Motown sound and its influence on contemporary music and modern celebrations. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle,

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9:50

Food Feature: Fabulous Fish in Lenasia

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu is joined by Dr Anna Trapido, Food Anthropologist, talking about their recent trip to Lenasia, where they tried the fish and chips recommended by a listener, sharing their thoughts on the taste, the experience, and what the eatery has to offer. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to

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23:15

Motoring feature: Why some regulators are hitting...

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Warren Tucker, Resident motoring enthusiast, about rising concerns around increasingly digital car dashboards and controls, as regulators warn that they may distract drivers and raise the risk of accidents. He also weighs in on the Chery Tiggo 7receiving a two-star rating in global crash safety tests, and what that could mean for vehicle safety standards and consumer awareness in South Africa. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702

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5:44

Small Business: Handsome Florist: What it takes to...

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu chats to Ziphozethu Buthelezi, Founder of Handsome Florist, about his journey from a love of plants to launching a luxury flower boutique in Bryanston. They discuss building a modern flower brand in a women-dominated industry, his vision to grow the business into a franchise, and how flowers can celebrate life beyond the usual occasions. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know

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17:25

Health Feature: Heartbreak...

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr Fundile Nyati, Resident GP and CEO of Proactive Health Solution, about how emotional shock from losing a loved one or going through a breakup can place intense stress on the body and impact heart function, sometimes leading to heart syndrome. He explains the symptoms to watch for, treatment options, and how to reduce the risk of serious complications. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion,

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14:55

Fitness: Exploring the hidden importance of stretching

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2026/02/21

Gugs Mhlungu speaks withLesley Meyer,Physiotherapist & extraordinary lecturer at University of Pretoria about why stretching matters, practical ways to make time for stretching in a busy schedule, easy routines for morning or night, and the benefits of staying flexible as we age. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle,

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7:45

Music Corner: From the Eastern Cape to your ears: The...

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2026/02/15

Gugs Mhlungu chats to The Big Samba, multi-instrumentalist, producer and singer-songwriter, diving into his musical journey from his early days experimenting on GarageBand to performing on international stages. They explore his unique blend of sample-based hip-hop and new wave R&B, the stories behind his music, and how his art reflects love, self-discovery, and resilience while connecting authentically with his audience. Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg

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