John Maytham and Max du Preez, they reflect on the profound legacy of Breyten Breytenbach, one of South Africa’s most iconic figures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

John Maytham is joined by South African music icon PJ Powers, known as “Thandeka,” shares highlights from her four-decade career, including hits like “Jabulani” and “World in Union.” From leading Hotline to collaborating with legends like Miriam Makeba and Eric Clapton, her journey is one of resilience and unity. Catch her live at Kalk Bay Theatre …

Bo-Kaap Civic and Ratepayers Association have asked the City of Cape Town for a tour bus parking zone outside the historic area. John Maytham speaks to the association’s chairman Osman Shaboodien about the buses and concerns that the area is being exploited. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Joining John Maytham to unpack these seismic revelations of South Africa’s crime intelligence is Jeff Wicks, an investigative journalist with News24. Jeff has been following the unfolding drama, from whistleblower disclosures tied to the ANC’s Nasrec grabber scandal to allegations of a silent purge orchestrated by Crime Intelligence’s top brass. Se…

Matthew Cruz, energy analyst at Forest energies, joins John Maytham to discuss the possibility/feasibility/affordabilirty of having a ultra-high-voltage (UHV) electricity grid in South Africa See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

joins John to chat about what you can expect on Sunday when will take over the playlist in another edition of #AnHourWith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Listen to John Maytham's weekly book reviews and share his passion for all things literary. From fiction to non-fiction, John reads and reviews a range of books that would sit well on your reading list. FICTION The Granddaughter by Prof Bernhard Schlink From the author of the no.1 international bestseller The Reader NON-FICTION Sociopath: A Memoir …

John Maytham speaks to freelance journalist Ed Stoddard, whose coverage delves deep into the underworld of illegal gold mining. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

South African cartoonist Jonathan Shapiro, better known as Zapiro, settles into the chair across from John Maytham to discuss the latest instalment of Zapiro’s annual cartoon collection, Have I Got GNUs For You See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Our Burning Planet is the Daily Maverick section devoted to expert environmental opinion and analysis. We partner up each Friday on the Afternoon Drive to discuss a burning issue. John Maytham is joined by Professor Guy Midgley, an expert in climate change risks and solutions for southern Africa, to analyze the achievements and challenges of the CO…

John Maytham and Patricia van der Ross discuss the recent raid on an unregistered sausage manufacturing operation in Mfuleni. Van der Ross highlighted the City’s proactive response to public complaints and clarified that rumours about dog food being used in production were unfounded. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

John Maytham and Craig Ray, Sports Editor at the Daily Maverick, discuss the rumoured breakaway rugby league, its financial lure for players, and risks to domestic rugby See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks with Professor Lucia Anelich, a Food Safety Expert, about the National Disaster Management Centre’s declaration of foodborne illnesses as a national disaster following the deaths of 22 children, including six in Soweto. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Kimon Van De Greef, Freelance journalist, joins John Maytham to discuss the complexities of the Zama Zama rescue operation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Local shark scientist, Dr Sarah Andreotti joins John Maytham to discover whether LED lights under your surf could really deter a shark attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

John Maytham is joined in studio by Wendy Kaizer-Philander, Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Social Development to highlighted the importance of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children Campaign as a critical call to action in a province heavily affected by gender-based violence (GBV See omnystudio.com/listener for…

John Maytham engages with Inge Swanepoel, a consultant on the Webber Wentzel Forensic Services Team, to discuss the Democratic Alliance's (DA) newly unveiled plan to combat extortion in South Africa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

John Maytham is joined by Sarah Waries, CEO of Shark Spotters. She shares insights into how Shark Spotters plan to leverage their operational skills, technology, and public engagement expertise to support the sustainable management of Cape Peninsula’s baboon population. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

A weekly conversation between John Maytham and Rebecca Davis covering the subjects that created a stir in the news and in social media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Rudolph Geldenhuys, senior certified award-winning financial planner/ tax specialist, joins John Maytham to discuss the latest withdrawal stats around the two-pot retirement system. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks with renowned author and former Mississippi State Representative John Grisham about Framed, his latest collaborative work with Jim McCloskey. The anthology highlights ten harrowing cases of wrongful convictions, exposing systemic flaws within the criminal justice system See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Joining John Maytham is Guy Briggs, Urban Planner, and Architect, to discuss whether the City is on the right track with its plans to redo the iconic Good Hope centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Eldridge Ruiters, Aberdeen Councillor, joins John Maytham to discuss why he took matters into his own hands to repaint the road markings in his area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

The woman behind Nande’s kitchen, Faith Nolizwe Sotondosho, joins John Maytham to discuss her journey as a chef, entrepreneur and now restaurant owner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Jon Cherry, founder of CherryFlava Media, joins John Maytham on the PM Drive show to discuss how and why online sports betting has taken the South African markets by storm! - Stay tuned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk

Pastor Alexander, a community leader in Elsies River, joins John Maytham to discuss the ongoing violence in Elsies River and the recent shooting of a 14-year-old, which left 3 others injured and hospitalised. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di CapeTalk