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

John Maytham speaks with John Dobson as the Vodacom United Rugby Championship resumes this weekend. The focus is on the DHL Stormers' upcoming clash against the Emirates Lions on Saturday, 21 December, at DHL Stadium in Cape Town. 

John Maytham speaks with John Dobson as the Vodacom United Rugby Championship resumes this weekend. The focus is on the DHL Stormers' upcoming clash against the Emirates Lions on Saturday, 21 December, at DHL Stadium in Cape Town.&nbsp;

United Rugby Championship: Stormers vs Lions: Sat 21st Dec

Matthew Cruz is an experienced energy analyst with Forest Energy, specializing in the African energy sector’s financial and operational dynamics. With deep insight into the complexities of energy governance and market trends, he joins us to break down Eskom's financial results and what lies ahead for South Africa's power grid

Matthew Cruz is an experienced energy analyst with Forest Energy, specializing in the African energy sector&rsquo;s financial and operational dynamics. With deep insight into the complexities of energy governance and market trends, he joins us to break down Eskom's financial results and what lies ahead for South Africa's power grid

Eskom’s Financial Crossroads: Recovery in Sight or More Storms Ahead?

Mikael Roll is a Professor of Phonetics at Lund University and he joins John Maytham to describe the power of reading to transforms the brain and fuel human potential.

Mikael Roll is a Professor of Phonetics at Lund University and he joins John Maytham to describe the power of reading to transforms the brain and fuel human potential.

Unlocking the mysteries of Ultra massive Black Holes

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