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Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

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7:49

Donald Trump’s renewed threat against

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/30

John Maytham is joined by James Joseph, Director of The Duty Legacy a British based foreign policy consultancy - specialising in foreign policy and post conflict justice, to help us unpack what these threats really mean — not just for Iran and the United States, but for regional stability, global diplomacy and international law. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned

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4:39

Who are the favourites at the MET?

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/30

John Maytham is joined by Alistair Cohen, respected horse racing commentator, who helps us unpack the key runners, race conditions and where the smart money may land. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the

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5:46

Read to rise: The Cape Flats Book Festival

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/30

John Maytham is joined by Roscoe Williams, Programme Director at Read to Rise, who explains how the festival brings together “two worlds so often structurally divided,” while also opening up economic opportunities for local booksellers, food vendors and creatives. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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

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10:49

Is there middle ground on the immigration issue

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2026/01/30

To help unpack whether these positions are truly irreconcilable — or whether a pragmatic middle ground exists — John Maytham is joined by Professor Ian Goldin, Professor of Globalisation and Development at the University of Oxford, and author of The Shortest History of Migration. He places today’s tensions in historical context, challenging myths around migration while acknowledging why fear and frustration have become so politically powerful. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is

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8:57

The Twelfth Night at the Maynardville Theatre

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/30

John Maytham chats to director of William Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, playing at the Maynardville Theatre. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing

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6:30

A Discovery of when humans started using poisonous...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/30

John Maytham is joined by Dr. Sven Isaksson, Professor of Archaeological Science at Stockholm University and lead author of the study, to unpack what this discovery tells us about early human innovation, survival strategies and cognition. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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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10:39

Why do athletes, like Carlos Alcaraz and others,...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/30

Dr Ross Tucker, high-performance coach and sports scientist, joined John Maytham to discuss why athletes, like Carlos Alcaraz and others, reach for pickle juice. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the

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9:40

Why People Believe Misinformation — Even When the...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/30

John Maytham is joined by Kelly Fincham, researcher in Journalism and Media at the University of Galway in Ireland, to unpack why misinformation remains so persuasive — and why factchecking on its own often falls short. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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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6:08

Inquiry Launched into Iranian Navy’s Role in ‘Will...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/29

John Maytham is joined by Dean Wingrin, military and aviation analyst. He explains why the Defence Department’s decision to appoint retired senior judges alongside a retired rear admiral signals an inquiry that goes well beyond a procedural review, touching instead on constitutional authority, military obedience, and foreign policy alignment. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and

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7:22

Cyril Ramaphosa reacts to interim Madlanga Commission...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/29

Legal journalist Karyn Maughn speaks to John Maytham about President Cyril Ramaphosa’s reaction to the interim Madlanga Commission report. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often

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9:34

Ancient Red Claw Painting Could Rewrite the Timeline...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/29

Professor John Parkington joins John Maytham to talk about the discovery of what is believed to be the world’s oldest cave painting. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the

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7:44

Crackdown on Unsafe Scholar Transport as Western Cape...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/29

Western Cape MEC for mobility Isaac Sileku joins John Maytham to discuss plans to make sure – vehicles transporting learners – adhere to all traffic laws to ensure learners are transported to school safely. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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,trafficand

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12:10

Plan B with Rebecca Davis

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/29

Rebecca Davis joins John Maytham each week to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebecca offer their views of what is happening in our world that makes it at times infuriating, at times inspirational but always fascinating. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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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7:49

CoCT's plan to use AI cameras to sanction people...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/29

John Maytham speaks to Andrew Rens about the legality of using AI to catch motorists without seatbelts or driving on their cell phones. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show onCapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the

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11:01

The Stormers return to the Sharks for another

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/28

John Maytham is joined by John Dobson, Stormers head coach, to reflect on what went wrong, what needs fixing, and how his team plans to bounce back against a rejuvenated Sharks side under JP Pietersen. De Jongh has praised the Sharks’ tactical nous, particularly their strengthened bench and improved energy, while also pointing to clear work-ons for the Stormers as the rivalry shifts to its next chapter. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. Presenter John

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8:36

The threat to imposing tariffs on Chinese vehicles

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/28

John Maytham speaks to executive director of the Trade Law Centre – Trudi Hartzenberg on a call for proposed tariffs on Chinese vehicles imported to SA. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program

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9:19

DA Calls on Police Minister to Account for Failed...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/28

John Maytham is joined by Dr Guy Lamb, criminologist and policing expert, to unpack why body-worn cameras matter, what this delay says about police accountability, and whether technology alone can restore trust between communities and law enforcement. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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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9:31

The Film and TV industry prepares for the biggest...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/28

John Maytham is joined by Jack Devnarain, Chairperson of the South African Guild of Actors, who says the scale of this march reflects the depth of the crisis. For the first time, the entire value chain — from actors and writers to producers, crew, editors and post-production professionals — will march together in what organisers describe as an unprecedented show of unity. At the heart of the protest is mounting frustration with the DTIC Film and TV Incentive, which industry bodies say

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5:56

The cancellation of Jeffrey's Bay surfing event and...

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/28

Surfing SA president Isaac February speaks to John Maytham about Jeffery’s Bay being taken off the World Surf league’s Champion tour. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often

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7:11

Street Art – Strand Street crossing’s new design!

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham ·

2026/01/28

John Maytham chats to designer Heather Moore about the new design of the Strand Street crossing. Afternoon Drive with John Maytham is the late afternoon show on CapeTalk. 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,trafficand weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and

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