From Piano Graveyard to New Life: Art and Music for Cape Town’s Communities

John Maytham speaks to Prof Nina Schumann, Artistic Director of Cape Piano, about the Piano Graveyard Revival Project, which rescues disused pianos and gives them new homes in underserved communities, opening up opportunities for young people to explore music and creativity.  Presenter John Maytha…

F1’s return to Africa: Could a Grand Prix finally be on the horizon?

John Maytham speaks to Hendrik Verwoed, F1 correspondent, about what Rwanda’s agreement means for the sport, whether South Africa still has a realistic chance of hosting a race, and what it will take to bring Formula One back to the continent. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-t…

Airlink faces grounding threat over rugby stadium flyover

John Maytham is joined by independent aviation analyst, Guy Lietch, to discuss Airlink facing grounding threat over Rugby Stadium flyover. 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 cou…

Jaguar unveils new Electric Car

John Maytham speaks to Ian McClaren, editor of CAR magazine, about Jaguar’s controversial rebranding and the unveiling of its new all-electric Type 01, exploring its design, performance, premium price tag and prospects for reviving the iconic British marque.  Presenter John Maytham is an actor and…

Helen Zille would rather be the opposition than lead an unstable coalition

John Maytham speaks to political analyst William Gumede about the upcoming Johannesburg local government elections, Helen Zille’s mayoral campaign, the city’s financial and service delivery crises, and the prospects for stable coalition government. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-tur…

A positive take on the implementation of Data Centres

John Maytham speaks to Stafford Masie, technology angel investor and tech entrepreneur, about the positive opportunities presented by data centres in South Africa, including investment, artificial intelligence, digital innovation and the country's potential to become a leading technology hub in Afr…

An update with Stormers head coach, John Dobson

John Maytham is joined by Stormers Head coach, John Dobson, to catch up on the Sharks match this weekend, and the game ahead, against the Bristol Bears in Cape Town. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local…

Fuel relief: Who pays the price?

John Maytham speaks to Tracey-Lee Solomon, economist with a specific focus on oil at the Bureau for Economic Research (BER), about soaring petrol and diesel prices, calls to reinstate the fuel levy relief, and the economic implications for consumers and government finances.  Presenter John Maytham…

When winning comes at a cost: The mental health of young athletes

John Maytham speaks to Dr Mahlatse Thosago, member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists, about the growing mental health pressures facing young athletes as school sport becomes increasingly competitive and professionalised.  Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio …

Cricket: Australia in control against South Africa

John Maytham speaks to Neil Manthorpe, cricket analyst, about South Africa’s performance so far, Australia’s dominance and what the Proteas need to do to get back into this Test match. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves …