John Maytham chats with Dr. Daniel Cunnama, a Science Engagement Astronomer at the South African Astronomical Observatory, about the discovery of ultra-massive black holes in the Milky Way. Dr. Cunnama explains their rapid growth early in the universe and shares insights on what the James Webb Space Telescope is revealing.

John Maytham chats with Dr. Daniel Cunnama, a Science Engagement Astronomer at the South African Astronomical Observatory, about the discovery of ultra-massive black holes in the Milky Way. Dr. Cunnama explains their rapid growth early in the universe and shares insights on what the James Webb Space Telescope is revealing.

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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.

Unlocking the mysteries of Ultra massive Black Holes

Adam Berg, meteorologist for NBC6 in South Florida provides an update on the status of areas in Florida impacted by the category 5 hurricane Milton. 

Adam Berg, meteorologist for NBC6 in South Florida provides an update on the status of areas in Florida impacted by the category 5 hurricane Milton.

Reverse storm surge experienced during Hurricane Milton

John Maytham and Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis discuss new visa reforms aimed at attracting wealthy foreign workers and boosting investment. They consider the potential impact on local budgets as well as the protection that local residents can expect from any negative financial effects while balancing foreign gains with local interests.

John Maytham and Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis discuss new visa reforms aimed at attracting wealthy foreign workers and boosting investment. They consider the potential impact on local budgets as well as the protection that local residents can expect from any negative financial effects while balancing foreign gains with local interests.

Visa reforms for investment: Foreign gains, local strain?

Jesse Copelyn, Spotlight journalist weighs in on the drop in the street price of heroin and how heroin use has increase. 

Jesse Copelyn, Spotlight journalist weighs in on the drop in the street price of heroin and how heroin use has increase.

Unlocking the mysteries of Ultra massive Black Holes

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