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Drive with John Perlman

Primedia Broadcasting

The days news stories delivered by the one of South Africa most respected news presenters from 3 pm to 6 pm weekdays.

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9:54

Is it too late for the CBD?

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2025/12/17

Thabo chats to Andy Mashaile, Security Strategist and Retired Interpol Ambassador on the back of the murdering of Dj Warras in the Johannesburg CBD, has the streets of the CBD deteriorated beyond repair? 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of what is going on. John and his team invite you to join

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7:47

Illegal Mining Bapong

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/17

Thabo talks to Refiloe Seboko, Newzroom Afrika Reporter, about the police inundating Bapong in the North West as the fight against illicit mining gets more intense. Residents are on edge because authorities are looking for the mastermind behind the incident. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of

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5:39

Critical maintenance for Rand Water

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2025/12/17

Thabo chats to Makhenosi Maroo, Rand Water Spokesperson about Rand Water undertaking critical maintenance on its key infrastructure during low demand season between December 2025 and January 2026 as part of an ongoing commitment to ensure a sustainable and efficient water supply to all its customers. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who

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4:59

Update on collapsed building Durban

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2025/12/17

Thabo chats to Thabiso Goba EWN Reporter on five individuals who lost their lives when a church structure fell due to the use of inferior and low-quality materials, according to the Council for the Built Environment. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of what is going on. John and his team

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5:59

Marginal progress in SA courts amid arrests and...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/15

Thabo chats to Mbekezeli Benjamin, Judges Matter researcher, about the state of South Africa’s judiciary, highlighting the marginal progress made despite ongoing challenges such as arrests of judicial officers, gender bias, and systemic sexism. The discussion examines efforts to improve accountability, transparency, and gender equality in the courts, and what this means for public trust in the judicial system. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his

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6:48

Motion of no confidence against KZN Premier Thami...

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2025/12/15

Thabo chats to Brutus Malada, political analyst following the failure of the uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party’s motion of no confidence against KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thami Ntuli and the political implications of the failed motion for governance and stability in the province. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers

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11:54

Navigating holiday blues

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/15

Thabo chats to clinical psychologist Dr Tumi Mashego about navigating the emotional challenges many people face during the festive season. She explains how acknowledging difficult feelings, setting realistic expectations, and limiting social media comparisons can help reduce pressure and anxiety. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews

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9:02

South Africa’s liberation movement: the tickey and...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/15

Thabo chats to Dr Pali Lehohla, Professor of Practice at the University of Johannesburg, about his critique of South Africa’s liberation movement and the argument that true freedom must be measured by material outcomes, especially for children. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of what is

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9:08

Hangman Noose

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/15

Thabo chats to Nhlanhla Mahlangu, Creative Director of The Hangman's Noose, theatre led research and performance project that revisits South Africa's history of state violence, political imprisonment and resistance as it launches tomorrow 16 December 2025. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of

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6:52

Safety during the holidays

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/15

Thabo chats to Xolani Fihla, JMPD Spokesperson about road safety during the festive season, when increased traffic volumes, long-distance travel, and driver fatigue significantly raise the risk of accidents. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of what is going on. John and his team invite you to

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7:33

Presidency defends withholding Madlanga commission’s...

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2025/12/15

Thabo chats to Alpha Ramushwana EWN Reporter about the decision of the Presidency to withhold the interim report of the Madlanga commission of inquiry from the public. The discussion also touches on whistle-blower protection, recent witness killings, and whether transparency is being compromised in the process. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John

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14:35

A Song, A Book and A Dish- Allan Donald, DP World...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/12

John Perlman chats to Allan Donald, DP World Lions bowling coach and Proteas legend, for a wide-ranging chat about his illustrious cricket career, future plans, and off-field passions – including his favourite song, book, and dish. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of what is going on

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3:21

Four-storey temple collapses in Verulam, fears of...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/12

John Perlman talks to Samantha Meyrick, Spokesperson for IPSS Medical Rescue, for an update on the devastating collapse of a four-storey temple at River Range Ranch. She shares the latest on the rescue efforts and response to this major incident. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of what is

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7:56

Overview of the ANC NGC

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/12

John Perlman speaks to Thando Maeko, Political Correspondent at Business Day, to discuss the ANC's National General Council (NGC) meeting, which reviewed progress since the last conference in 2022 and the implementation of key resolutions and policies. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense of what

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8:25

Randall’s one song - M-Doc ft. Chantay Savage - It's...

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2025/12/12

John chats to Randall Abrahams who is a walking encyclopaedia when it comes to music knowledge. In this feature Randall selects a song and unpacks something significant about the singer, the lyrics, the instruments, the arrangements, or simply tells us why we should enjoy the song. The song we look at today is M-Doc ft. Chantay Savage - It's A Summer Thang Video. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon

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9:09

Gauteng's Specialist Shortage: Frustration,...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/12

John Perlman talks to Dr Rebonethato Lesupi, Chairperson of the Registrars Committee of SAMATU, about the alarming exodus of specialist doctors from Gauteng's public health sector. This brain drain signals a looming crisis that will have far-reaching impacts on patients, staff, and the training of future specialists. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with

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8:05

Tygerberg Hospital performs South Africa's first...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/12

John Perlman speaks to Prof Nando Ferreira, a Surgeon, to discuss a groundbreaking achievement at Tygerberg Hospital. The hospital successfully performed South Africa's first fully internal bone transport and limb-lengthening reconstruction, marking a major milestone in surgical innovation and patient care. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who

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3:15

Understanding bonus taxation?

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/12

John Perlman talks to Razael Manikus, COO of Latita Africa, about the often-surprising tax implications of bonuses. They explore strategies for planning smartly, staying compliant, and maximizing your financial outcome, so you can make the most of your bonus. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily newsmakers and makes sense

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6:22

DPWI restarting reinforcement of dome tent meant to...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/12

John Perlman catches up with Lindsay Dentlinger, EWN Parliamentary Reporter, for an update on the scramble to reinforce a makeshift National Assembly chamber. The Department of Public Works and Infrastructure is starting from scratch to ensure the dome tent is secure and ready for use. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the daily

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6:41

Matric exam leak — how ‘investigative marking’ bust...

Drive with John Perlman ·

2025/12/11

John Perlman speaks to Basil Manuel, Executive Director of the National Professional Teachers' Organization of SA (NAPTOSA), to discuss the recent leak of National Senior Certificate exam papers, which has led to the suspension of two staff members and a national investigation into the breach. 702 Drive with John Perlman is a Johannesburg based talk radio show. John and his team keep you company on 702 each weekday afternoon. Catch up with the news and issues of the day with John who interviews the

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