2026 is shaping up to be a massive year for South African concert-goers. From R&B legends and hip-hop heavyweights to electronic superstars, jazz innovators and global pop icons, music lovers are spoiled for choice. If you've been waiting to belt out "So Sick" with Ne-Yo or rap every word alongside J. Cole, this is your year. Whether you're a fan of smooth R&B, conscious hip-hop, amapiano, jazz or pop, 2026 promises unforgettable live music experiences. We are joined in conversation by Founder of B Kool Media, Bridgette Makhela as we talk about all things live music experiences.

2026 is shaping up to be a massive year for South African concert-goers. From R&amp;B legends and hip-hop heavyweights to electronic superstars, jazz innovators and global pop icons, music lovers are spoiled for choice. If you've been waiting to belt out "So Sick" with Ne-Yo or rap every word alongside J. Cole, this is your year.&nbsp;Whether you're a fan of smooth R&amp;B, conscious hip-hop, amapiano, jazz or pop, 2026 promises unforgettable live music experiences. We are joined in conversation by Founder of B Kool Media, Bridgette Makhela as we talk about all things live music experiences.

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Peptides have quickly become one of the most talked-about topics in health and wellness. From weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro to emerging therapies linked to healthy ageing, recovery and regenerative medicine, peptides are being hailed by some as the future of personalised healthcare. But beyond the headlines and social media hype, what exactly are peptides? How do they work in the body, and what should South Africans know before considering peptide-based treatments? To help us unpack the science, the benefits and the limitations, we're joined by Dr Bontle Ntshole who is a Medical Aesthetics Practitioner who will guide us through one of the fastest-growing areas in modern medicine.

Peptides have quickly become one of the most talked-about topics in health and wellness. From weight-loss medications such as Ozempic and Mounjaro to emerging therapies linked to healthy ageing, recovery and regenerative medicine, peptides are being hailed by some as the future of personalised healthcare.&nbsp;But beyond the headlines and social media hype, what exactly are peptides? How do they work in the body, and what should South Africans know before considering peptide-based treatments?&nbsp;To help us unpack the science, the benefits and the limitations, we're joined by Dr Bontle Ntshole who is a Medical Aesthetics Practitioner who will guide us through one of the fastest-growing areas in modern medicine.

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As South Africa grapples with rising anti-migrant tensions, threats of a national shutdown, and growing frustration over unemployment and inequality, many are asking how we got here. Yet decades ago, acclaimed writer Eskia Mphahlele was documenting the very conditions that continue to shape our society today. His seminal memoir, Down Second Avenue, chronicled life under apartheid and exposed the systemic poverty, exclusion, scapegoating, and hopelessness that continue to echo across generations. Now, performer and producer Marcus Mabusela is bringing this classic work to the stage at a moment when its themes feel more urgent than ever. He joins us now to discuss why this story still matters and what it reveals about the South Africa we live in today.

As South Africa grapples with rising anti-migrant tensions, threats of a national shutdown, and growing frustration over unemployment and inequality, many are asking how we got here. Yet decades ago, acclaimed writer Eskia Mphahlele was documenting the very conditions that continue to shape our society today.&nbsp;His seminal memoir, Down Second Avenue, chronicled life under apartheid and exposed the systemic poverty, exclusion, scapegoating, and hopelessness that continue to echo across generations. Now, performer and producer Marcus Mabusela is bringing this classic work to the stage at a moment when its themes feel more urgent than ever.&nbsp;He joins us now to discuss why this story still matters and what it reveals about the South Africa we live in today.

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Bone broth has become increasingly popular in wellness circles, with many people praising it for its potential benefits for digestion, gut health, immunity, and overall well-being. But is bone broth really the nutritional powerhouse it's often claimed to be, and how can it fit into a healthy, balanced diet? To help us separate fact from fiction, we're joined by registered dietitian, nutrition expert, and author of Inkonjane: A Nutrition Guide to Heart Health, Mbali Mapholi.

Bone broth has become increasingly popular in wellness circles, with many people praising it for its potential benefits for digestion, gut health, immunity, and overall well-being. But is bone broth really the nutritional powerhouse it's often claimed to be, and how can it fit into a healthy, balanced diet?&nbsp;To help us separate fact from fiction, we're joined by registered dietitian, nutrition expert, and author of Inkonjane: A Nutrition Guide to Heart Health, Mbali Mapholi.

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