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9:37

Stormers Surge Ahead: Why They’re SA’s Best Team So Far

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/29

John Maytham speaks to John Dobson, head coach of the DHL Stormers — a man credited with building one of South Africa’s most cohesive and resilient rugby units. He joins us to unpack the team’s unbeaten run, the culture driving their success, and what lies ahead as they prepare for their next URC challenge. 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

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6:54

The Madlanga commission: Getting the latest from...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/29

John Maytham speaks to Karyn Maughan, News24’s Investigative Journalist, for the latest developments from the Commission — unpacking what Captain Wanda’s testimony reveals about the scope of the investigation, how it ties into Molefe’s pending cases, and what this could mean for South Africa’s broader fight against politically motivated crime. 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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8:25

Recapturing the System: Inside the Crisis Gripping...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/29

John Maytham speaks to Wayne Duvenage, businessman and entrepreneur turned civil activist. Following former positions as CEO of Avis and President of the SA Vehicle Renting and Leasing Association, Duvenage has led OUTA since its inception in 2012. He joins us to unpack how South Africa’s higher education crisis exposes a ministry once again at risk of capture — and what must be done to restore accountability and integrity to the system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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10:28

Irish singer and songwriter, Sharon Corr

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/29

John Maytham is in conversation with Irish singer and songwriter Sharon Corr. She is best known as a member of the band the Corrs, which she co – founded with her siblings. 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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4:44

Classics on Turf giveaway and interview: With...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/29

Classics on Turf — where the rhythm of golf meets the soul of classical music.On Friday, 31 October, join CapeTalk at the Norval Foundation for an evening that celebrates excellence — on the green, on the stage, and in the glow of the late afternoon sunshine.Acclaimed pianist and composer Paul Hanmer returns home to perform with a full orchestra, led by maestro Kutlwano Masote.It’s a night of elegance, music, and shared experiences.Tickets on Quicket.co.za. Proudly brought to you

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7:25

NHI Shake-Up: Government Eyes Tax Perk Cuts for...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/29

John Maytham speaks to Alex van den Heever, Health and Social Security Systems Specialist, to unpack the fiscal implications of the NHI’s funding model, the impact on private medical scheme members, and whether this approach risks deepening inequality rather than closing the healthcare gap. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Grootes. He explores the latest economic trends, business developments, investment opportunities, and personal

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5:29

Tanzania elections overshadowed by concerns from...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/29

John Maytham speaks to independent journalist and analyst Peter Fabricus on the Tanzanian Elections 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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10:09

City Spotlight: Weighing the Pros and Cons of Hosting...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/28

John Maytham speaks to Laura Nkula Wenz, Urban Geographer and Lead of the African Literary Cities Project at the University of Cape Town, about the balance between the benefits and disadvantages of hosting events in urban spaces 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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5:47

Protecting Those Who Protect Us: Addressing Suicides...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/28

John Maytham speaks to Mpho Kwinika, President of the South African Policing Union (SAPU), about the pressure officers face and what needs to be done. 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

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10:38

Afrobarometer Survey: South Africans Torn Over...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/28

John Maytham speaks to Steven Friedman, political analyst, about what Afrobarometer survey results mean for South Africa’s democratic 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 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

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6:46

Equal Justice on Trial: Nicole Fritz on Defending...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/28

John Maytham speaks to Nicole Fritz, Executive Director of the Campaign for Free Expression, explains why South Africa’s response to the attempted service of court papers on UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese is more than a procedural issue—it is a critical test of the principles underpinning international law. 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

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7:33

Controversy at URC: Wessels Banned Despite No Visual...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/28

John Maytham is joined by Freelance Rugby analyst, Jan De Koning to speak about the URC’s disciplinary process in the light of Wessel’s ban despite lack of evidence. 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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10:06

Sparta: The gripping story of Ancient Greece’s most...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/28

John Maytham speaks to Andrew Bayliss, author and Associate Professor in Greek History at the University of Birmingham, about his major new history, Sparta. 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

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8:39

R70bn at Stake: Pick n Pay Boss Calls for Online...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/28

John Maytham speaks to Sean Summers, CEO of Pick n Pay, who is sounding the alarm on South Africa’s online gambling sector. Summers warns that the industry is “out of control”, with over R70 billion a year being siphoned out of the local economy—money that could otherwise support jobs and local businesses. 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

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8:09

Does South Africa have enough forensics investigators

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/27

Dr. Lamb joins John Maytham to discuss how the shortage of Forensic reflects broader institutional challenges within the SAPS — and what sustainable solutions might look like. 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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8:01

South Africa off FATF grey list

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/27

Neil Froneman, Chairman of Business Against Crime South Africa, speaks to John Maytham about South Africa’s exit last week from the Financial Action Task Force’s grey list. 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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7:33

SA to roll out twice-yearly HIV jab

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/27

John Maytham speaks to journalist, Mia Malan, of the Bhekisisa Health Journalism Centre, about a new twice-yearly HIV prevention jab that has been approved by the Health Products Regulatory Authority. 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

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8:42

The Speed Classic: What was the weekend like?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/27

John Maytham speaks to Iain Banner, organiser of the Speed Classic Cape Town, about the weekend event. 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

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7:35

Over a thousand Western Cape teachers quit in a year

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/27

John Maytham speaks to Basil Manuel, executive director of the National Professional Teachers' Organisation of South Africa (Naptosa) about why so many teachers are leaving the profession in the Western Cape 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

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9:05

The DA’s BEE gamble

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2025/10/27

John Maytham speaks to Carol Paton, journalist at News24, to unpack the DA’s BEE election gamble — is it a principled stand for efficiency and fairness, or a political miscalculation that could alienate the very voters it needs to win over? 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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