It is never too late to achieve your goals

We are asking a powerful question - is it ever really too late to achieve your goals? It is easy to feel that ambition has an expiry date, but tonight our guests challenge that idea in the most extraordinary way. We are joined by two remarkable individuals who show that reinvention, resilience, and…

Unpacking labour rights and how to land a job

As South Africa continues to reflect beyond Workers’ Day this May, the conversation around work, dignity, and opportunity feels more urgent than ever. Workers’ Day reminds us of the hard-won history of labour rights, but in today’s reality, many are navigating a different landscape. We are seeing a…

Addressing drug abuse

Drug busts are becoming increasingly common across many of our communities, yet despite these crackdowns, the impact of narcotics continues to ripple through society. South Africa is facing a deeply challenging socio-economic climate, and with it, growing social pressures that are placing strain on…

Better Speech and Hearing Month

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, and on Talk@7, we shine a spotlight on this important conversation that connects us all. This month is dedicated to raising awareness around communication disorders, while also encouraging people to seek support and find their voice. Joining us is audiologist…

Wrapping up Financial Literacy Month

As we wrap up Financial Literacy Month, we are unpacking something that sits at the heart of many South Africans’ financial stress - credit. With the cost of living continuing to rise, many households are finding that their income simply isn’t stretching as far as it used to. And for those already …

Healthy living

Healthy eating isn’t just about looking good - it’s about feeling good from the inside out. More and more, we’re hearing that the foods we eat every day can actually help fight chronic illness and support our gut health. On Talk@7, we unpack the importance of healthy eating and the impact of what y…

Unpacking road rage

A moment of anger and a split-second decision resulted in tragedy has left South Africans asking difficult questions. A recent road-rage incident that claimed the life of a father in Emmarentia has put the spotlight on violence on our roads and how quickly conflict can escalate, especially when fir…

Freedom Day

Freedom Day is almost upon us, and as we prepare to celebrate South Africa’s democracy and reflect on how far we have come since end of apartheid, we turn to one of the most powerful forces that has carried the spirit of the nation through its toughest moments, art. We are joined by two incredible …

Fatherhood and SA's violence crisis

In a country where violence and gender-based violence remain painfully high, the conversation so often begins at the point of impact. However, far less attention is paid to what comes before. That’s exactly where Heartlines steps in with its Fathers Matter campaign, asking us to look earlier, deep…

What the proposed new school history curriculum could mean for the future?

We are unpacking a major shift that could reshape how young South Africans understand their past and ultimately, their future. The proposed new school history curriculum is placing a stronger emphasis on African history, local lived experiences, and the development of critical thinking skills. The …