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7:53

Afcon hopes: Bafana Bafana: Staying Positive After...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/29

Graeme Raubenheimer speaks to Sizwe Mbebe, Soccerbeat editor and football analyst, about Bafana’s Afcon prospects, the psychological battle against Zimbabwe, and what South Africa need to get right to book their place in the knockout rounds. 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

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7:05

Cape Nature on the Aftermath of the Cederburg fire

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/29

Graeme Raubenheimer speaks to Monique Ruthenberg, Conservation Manager at the Cederberg Nature Reserve, about the current situation on the ground, the environmental toll of the blaze, and what the recovery process will look like in the weeks and months ahead. 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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8:27

Will the Kaapse Klopse celebrations commence?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/29

Graeme Raubenheimer is joined by EWN correspondent Camray Clarke, we get the latest insights on the court proceedings and the cultural tensions surrounding the parade. Clarke explains that the Minstrel Carnival Association insists its parade should not be confused with the Kaapse Klopse carnival, which will take place on Monday, 5th of January along Somerset Road. The association has also voiced concerns about changes to historical routes by other carnival groups, emphasizing the significance of

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7:07

Fitness ready for 2026? How to get rid of your beer...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/29

Graeme Raubenheimer speaks to Kaylyn Elliott, strength conditioning and fitness coach, about how to approach fitness in 2026 — and what actually works when it comes to losing a beer belly. 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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10:10

Update on Cape Town’s roads this festive: How arrive...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/29

Graeme Raubenheimer speaks to Maxine Bezuidenhout, Western Cape Traffic Chief, about how traffic plans are unfolding in the days leading up to New Year’s, and what road users should be doing to keep themselves — and others — safe. 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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11:38

Keeping the litter off Cape Town’s streets

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/29

Graeme Raubenheimer speaks to Wayne Dyason, City of Cape Town law enforcement spokesperson, about how the City responded to the viral incident and what consequences motorists face for littering. 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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7:43

A Christmas with Chanel Smith

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined now by Chanel Smith, who is from Mitchells Plain, to share what Christmas looks like for her and her family this year. Chanel takes us through how the day unfolds in her home — from preparing food and spending time with loved ones, to reflecting on the year that’s been and the importance of gratitude during the festive season. 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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8:15

What should we be doing for Christmas?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined by Reverend June Dolley Major, a Reverend based in Cape Town, to guide us on how Christmas can be celebrated in a way that honours its meaning, keeps the Christmas spirit alive, and encourages unity during a time that can easily become rushed or commercialised. 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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6:26

Save foundation’s Christmas party for kids

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined by Saranne Hudson, Manager at SAVE Foundation, to unpack what went into organising the six Christmas parties, why this initiative matters, and the impact it continues to have on the children and communities they serve. 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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7:01

A Christmas with Kholwani Ngumbe

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined now by Kholwani Ngumbe, who was born in Cape Town and lives in Khayelitsha, Site C. Kholwani works as a studio and community coordinator at Quiet Life Co, a holistic sound business that centres creativity, wellbeing and community connection. He shares what Christmas looks like for him and his family — how the day unfolds, what traditions they hold onto, and how the spirit of the season is felt in the township. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk

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6:23

Mind Matters: A Conversation on Mental Health during...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined by Carryn Hennessy, a social worker in private practice, to unpack why depression and anxiety often spike over the festive season — and how people can recognise when they or a loved one may need support. 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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9:31

A Christmas with Karen Alterthum

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined by Karen Alterthum, a first-generation South African whose parents were Dutch and German. Karen lives in Tamboerskloof and works as a tourist guide, a role that gives her the privilege of showing off Cape Town’s beauty to visitors from around the world. She shares what Christmas looks like for her and her family — how her European heritage blends with a very local Cape Town summer, and what makes the day meaningful. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and

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11:47

The SA20 kicks off!

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined by Firdose Moonda, ESPNcricinfo writer and respected cricket analyst, to unpack how the SA20 has become a gateway for Proteas hopefuls — and why this season could be more significant than ever. 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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10:22

Ladles of love: Serving Cape Families a Christmas lunch

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/24

John Maytham is joined by Danny Dilberto, CEO of Ladles of Love, to unpack how the organisation is giving back this Christmas, and why sustained support beyond the festive season 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

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8:15

Implications of Shamila Batohi’s walkout from...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/23

John Maytham is joined by Dr Suhayfa Bhamjee, Senior Lecturer in Criminal Law at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. She argues that this was not merely a procedural lapse, but an incident with far-reaching consequences for the integrity of the National Prosecuting Authority. In a system built on transparency and the testing of evidence through cross-examination, the abrupt exit of the country’s top prosecutor has fuelled concerns about respect for due process, the authority of commissions of

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10:05

Is music a distraction at rugby games

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/23

John Maytham is joined by Joshua Raats, Founder and CEO of Staar Sport, who looks at the issue through a sports business and fan-engagement lens. While the commercial motivation is clear — filling stadiums, attracting casual fans and competing with at-home viewing — the long-term implications are more complex. Rugby is a flowing, continuous sport, unlike American codes that are structurally built around breaks and activations. When stimulation is forced into every stoppage, it can clash

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7:44

Why some countries drive on the right-hand side of...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/23

John Maytham speak to Gordon Laing, Road Engineer, who explains how centuries-old customs still shape modern driving practices and why in certain countries, we have cars driving on the left and on the right in others. 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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6:07

Bafana Bafana wins AFCON match against Angola

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/23

John Maytham is joined by Yanga Sibembe, Daily Maverick football and sportswriter, to unpack why this performance in the final third matters — and what it could signal for the rest of the tournament. While Angola pushed Bafana hard, it was the quality of execution that stood out, particularly from players who are growing into leadership roles in the national setup. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of

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7:59

Beyond the Toast: Rethinking Alcohol Habits this...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/23

John Maytham speaks to Prof Susan Goldstein, Associate Professor at the SAMRC Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science – PRICELESS. She explains why the idea that alcohol is “not that bad” doesn’t hold up to scientific scrutiny, and why global health bodies now say there is no safe level of alcohol consumption. 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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9:36

Christmas cooking

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/23

John Maytham is joined by Tony Jackman, food writer for the Daily Maverick, who’s put together a five-dish Christmas spread created especially for our hot December climes. It’s a menu that balances celebration with freshness — where fish and baby fowl take centre stage, and where tradition meets innovation without losing that unmistakable Christmas feeling. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of

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