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Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

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8:59

Loaded with opinions: Unpacking the backlash to US...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/19

Joining John Maytham to unpack the complexities of Trophy Hunting in South Africa, is Ed Stoddard, freelance journalist and author of “Loaded for Bear: Much of the reaction to US hunter killed by buffalo in SA is callous and ignorant.” Stoddard examines why vilifying hunters — or celebrating their deaths — misses the bigger picture about conservation, tourism, and human responsibility in wild spaces. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and

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5:58

SA security crisis boils over: South Africa is facing...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/19

John Maytham discusses the state of National Security with News24 Journalist Carol Paton. 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, just

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13:20

Moral Ambition: With Rutger Bregman

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/19

Rutger Bregman, international bestselling author, joins John Maytham to discuss his new book called “Moral Ambitions: Stop wasting your time and start making a difference”. Bregman calls this ethos moral ambition: the drive to be among the best 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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8:40

Boost in manpower for Cape Town Airport

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/19

Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill–Lewis speaks to John Maytham about a partnership between national and provincial government, which aims to support the Border Management Authority. 48 port controllers have been seconded to assist with the BMA’s resource constraints. 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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8:04

Gold Rush at a Cost: Illegal Mining Near Blyde River...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/18

Joining John Maytham is Julia Evans, journalist at Daily Maverick, who co-reported this investigation with Ed Stoddard. She unpacks how global demand for gold, local poverty, and state failure intersect to fuel this crisis — and what it means for South Africa’s rivers, communities, and conservation legacy. 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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7:14

First in series of National Conventions

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/18

John Maytham speaks to News24 editor, Adriaan Basson, about the outcome of the first in a series of National Conventions that took place this weekend as part of the National Dialogue. 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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6:19

ConCourt to hear case about bank manipulation of...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/18

John Maytham speaks to Kokkie Kooyman, a banking specialist and portfolio manager at Denker Capital, about a Constitutional Court case involving possible collusion between international banks on the rand to dollar exchange rate. 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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9:21

First in series of National Conventions

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/18

The much hyped-up and criticised National Dialogue got underway in Pretoria over 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 audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire,

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7:20

Standard Bank G20 feature: Agriculture’s role in the G20

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/18

Agricultural economist Wandile Shilobo joins John Maytham to discuss agriculture as one of the key focus areas of the G20. 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

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7:55

Wallabies stun with timeless performance: A win for...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/18

Joining John Maytham to break down how the Springboks let their lead slip against Australia over the weekend— and what it means ahead of the Rugby Championship — is Mark Keohane, veteran rugby journalist and analyst. 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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9:54

Women walk at midnight

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/18

Joining John Maytham to discuss how the “Women Walk at midnight” movement has grown and what impact it’s making is Professor Amrita Pande, Professor of Sociology at the University of Cape Town and founder of Women Walk at Midnight. She explains why walking together is both an act of freedom and a vision of a world where no woman has to think twice about taking a midnight stroll — anywhere, everywhere. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and

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7:27

The Rogue South African Defence Chief General Rudzani...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/15

John Maytham speaks to Defence Analyst and National Security advocate about the fallout from SANDF chief General Rudzani Maphwanya’s controversial remarks in Iran, the breach of foreign policy protocol, and its implications for South Africa’s international relations. 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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7:15

Unpaid salaries push 14 bus company workers to take...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/15

John Maytham speaks to Karyn Maughan, Specialist Legal Reporter for News24, about the tragic consequences of unpaid salaries at a state-run bus company, the legal failures that led to it, and what urgent actions are needed to protect workers and restore human dignity. 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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12:21

The National Dialogue

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/15

John Maytham speaks to Ebrahim Fakir about the rocky start to the National Dialogue, the political undercurrents driving participation and withdrawal, and whether the process can deliver the consensus it promises. 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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5:32

2025 Speed Classic Cape Town

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/15

John Maytham speaks to Iain Banner from the Speed Classic Cape Town team about the return of competitive hillclimb racing to Cape Town, what fans can expect from the event, and how to get involved before applications and tickets run out. 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

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9:54

Our Burning Planet - Trophy hunting in South Africa...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/15

John Maytham speaks to Trevor Oertel, Executive Committee member of the Sustainable Use Coalition of Southern Africa, about why he believes a recent study on trophy hunting near Kruger National Park overlooks key conservation and livelihood benefits, and how outside pressure is shaping the debate. 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,

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7:00

The Reality of Job Hunting in South Africa

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/15

John Maytham speaks to an anonymous marketing and communications professional about the harsh realities of job hunting in South Africa. They discuss the long odds of landing a role, the emotional toll of repeated rejections, and what can be done to make the recruitment process more humane for job seekers. 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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9:01

Are judges getting it wrong too often?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/14

Lauren Kohn explains to John Maytham the legal ramifications of the Please Call Me saga, and the reflections it has on judges. 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

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8:08

Airlines are taking back their power and your power...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/14

John Maytham chats to Journalist Andrew Thompson about the risks of using power banks on flights, and how some airlines have banned their passengers from using these devices and packing them in their overhead luggage. 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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9:00

Online education is soaring in SA due to costs,...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/08/14

John Maytham speaks to Louise Schoonwinkel, Managing Director of Optimi Schooling, about the growing trend of online education and homeschooling in South Africa. They discuss the rising costs of traditional private schools, the flexibility and accessibility of digital learning, and how this shift could shape the country’s education future. 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

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