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10:52

Broos Ready for Another AFCON Battle: Bafana vs Angola

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/22

John Maytham speaks to Sizwe Mbebe, Editor at SoccerBeat, who joins us with tactical insight, form analysis and the bigger Afcon picture – Bafana plays Angola tonight. 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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5:27

Bekkersdal Tavern shooting

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/22

To bring us the latest on the investigation and the government’s response, John Maytham speaks to Jabulile Mbatha, EWN journalist, who has been tracking developments on the ground in Bekkersdal and across Gauteng. 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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10:10

Need to save water

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/22

John Maytham speaks to Peter Johnston, an applied climatologist, who explains why South Africa is becoming increasingly water-stressed — and why behaviour change at household, municipal and national level is critical. He unpacks how climate variability, rising demand and infrastructure decay are compounding one another, and why relying on “good rainfall years” is no longer a viable strategy. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned

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15:27

SCA rules banks liable for second-hand cars they finance

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/22

John Maytham speaks to Trudie Broekman, an attorney specialising in consumer law, who acted in the case. She explains why the SCA’s finding marks a fundamental shift in South Africa’s vehicle finance landscape, and why banks now face real consequences for the cars they approve for financing — especially when hidden defects pose safety risks to drivers and other road users. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show

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15:00

Adulteration of honey in South Africa

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/22

John Maytham speaks to Kai Hichert, South Africa’s representative at the Apiamondia Conference in Denmark this September, and one of the judges at the World Beekeeping Awards. He helps us understand how fake honey is produced, why weak oversight allows it to flourish, and how consumers can better spot the real thing. 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

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7:36

From Isolation to Innovation: How AI Companions Are...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/22

To unpack what’s driving this shift, and what it could mean for human connection, John Maytham speaks to Nivashni Nair Sukdhev, journalist and author, who has been tracking the rise of AI companionship and its emotional, social and ethical implications. 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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4:59

Amy Tjasink releases new single, ‘Feels Like Mzansi’

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/19

John Maytham spoke with singer Amy Tjasink about her new single ‘Feels Like Mzansi’, the Gallo Remixed tribute to Mango Groove’s ‘Special Star’, and why this summer anthem is a love letter to SA. 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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8:35

Small town of the year

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/19

John Maytham spoke with judge Biénne Huisman about Daily Maverick’s Small Town of the Year — why Barrydale won, how the towns were scored, and what “Maverick Gees” looks like on the ground. 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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7:43

Books with John Maytham

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/19

Join John Maytham as he previews his favourite books for the week – stay tuned book lovers! 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

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11:34

Neethling Fouche reaches DHL Stormers century

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/19

John Maytham spoke with Neethling Fouché about reaching a Stormers century, the Lions derby at DHL Stadium and the front-row standards that shaped his 100 caps. 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

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6:17

Sea Point residents celebrate victory as development...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/19

John Maytham spoke with Lindsay Rogers about the successful Sea Point appeal that halted a proposed block of flats on St Johns Road — why the Mayor overturned the approval, and what the ruling signals for future developments. 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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11:51

Words of the Year

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/19

John Maytham spoke with Dean McCoubrey about why “rage bait,” “slop,” and even “67” captured 2025 — and what these Words of the Year tell us about an internet optimised for attention rather than meaning. 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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8:17

Ships at the Harbor

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/19

John Maytham spoke with retired senior naval officer Brian Ingpen about the foreign fishing vessels calling at Cape Town — including Chinese boats registered in Vanuatu — and what’s routine port business versus a red flag. 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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10:44

Yellowtail on the menu: Safe to eat or risky?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/18

John Maytham is joined by Dr Jonny Peter, head of the Allercology division at UCT, to discuss scombroid and histamine poisoning, which one can get from eating yellowtail fish , and other fish. 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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11:02

Reserve Bank Eyes Major Shake-Up of South Africa’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/18

John Maytham speaks to Pradeep Maharaj, Head of the Reserve Bank’s Payments Ecosystem Modernisation Programme, who explains the Reserve bank’s plans to overhaul the cash system. 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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8:37

Historic Land Deal Sealed: City and Public Works...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/18

John Maytham is joined by Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure of South Africa, Dean Macpherson, who discusses the Historic land exchange transaction confirmed between the City and National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. 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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7:55

The Art of Storytelling Reimagined: Books You Can Feel

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/18

Dani Arndt, founder of creative, joins John Maytham to speak about how she turns books into creative experiences. 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

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13:32

Av-a laughter with Alan Committie

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/18

John Maytham speaks to Alan Committie, Comedian and South African Hall-of-Famer, as he marks a major milestone — this being his 28th original stand-up production. Av-a-laugh-ta reflects on why everyday life feels increasingly bizarre, from bureaucracy and password fatigue to astrology obsessions and the emotional whiplash between weddings and funerals. With slick transitions, surreal detours and his iconic flip-chart making a welcome return, the show is designed to lift spirits and end the

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6:44

Cape Town Goes Digital: No More Paper Learner’s...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/18

John Maytham speaks to Charlton Majiedt, Acting Director of Transport Administration and Licensing at the Western Cape Mobility Department to explain why the City of Cape Town is ditching the paper license learner's test. 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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9:54

Stormers update with John Dobson

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/12/17

John Maytham is joined by John Dobson, Stormers head coach discussing the preparations for their next game with the Lions and how they plan to keep the momentum up as they were unbeaten in the United Rugby Championship and the Champions Cup. 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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