Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

John Maytham is a trained actor who made the switch to radio over 20 years ago when he joined the news team at Radio 604.

He then swapped reporting for anchoring an AM drive time show at a national talk radio station.

Once he set the bar for South African news and talk radio he accepted the challenge to join Primedia Broadcasting and help establish the newly founded CapeTalk, fulfilling the role of both News Editor and Breakfast Host.

He was the first host to switch on the mic on 14 October 1997.

Years later, he was also the first radio broadcaster to do a Google Hangout in South Africa.

2 marathon world firsts in 1 weekend - a great feat for Kenya!

Ross Learmonth, former frontman of Prime Circle, joins John Maytham to discuss his new single, “Opposites”, a track that explores the contrasts of love with a playful yet heartfelt sound. He reflects on his journey as a solo artist, the challenges of stepping out on his own, and the excitement of opening for The Goo Goo Dolls on their upcoming South African tour. Plus, he shares insights into his upcoming album and what fans can expect next.

Ross Learmonth, former frontman of Prime Circle, joins John Maytham to discuss his new single, &ldquo;Opposites&rdquo;, a track that explores the contrasts of love with a playful yet heartfelt sound. He reflects on his journey as a solo artist, the challenges of stepping out on his own, and the excitement of opening for The Goo Goo Dolls on their upcoming South African tour. Plus, he shares insights into his upcoming album and what fans can expect next.

' Opposites' Ross Learmonth new single embraces the contrasts of love 

John Maytham speaks to Craig Ray, sports editor for Daily Maverick. Craig has been closely following the financial troubles at WPRFU and will break down the key players, the failed deals, and what’s next for Newlands and the union itself

John Maytham speaks to Craig Ray, sports editor for Daily Maverick. Craig has been closely following the financial troubles at WPRFU and will break down the key players, the failed deals, and what&rsquo;s next for Newlands and the union itself

Western Province Rugby Football Union: Facing the final whistle?

John Maytham speaks to Thandolwethu Lukuko, National Coordinator of the Climate Action Network South Africa (SACAN). As a key figure in climate policy and advocacy, he offers insight into how the JETP might adapt, the funding challenges ahead, and what’s next for South Africa’s decarbonization efforts.

John Maytham speaks to Thandolwethu Lukuko, National Coordinator of the Climate Action Network South Africa (SACAN). As a key figure in climate policy and advocacy, he offers insight into how the JETP might adapt, the funding challenges ahead, and what&rsquo;s next for South Africa&rsquo;s decarbonization efforts.

2 marathon world firsts in 1 weekend - a great feat for Kenya!

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