Ashok Ramchander, the dynamic and passionate performer took his last breath in April of 2016. Varshan Sookhun paid special tribute to Ashok’s rich musical & cultural contribution. He was joined by Rajen Ramchander, Ashok’s younger brother, to remember the legendary performer.

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Ashok Ramchander Tribute

This episode explores the power of the human voice in podcasting and modern storytelling. Lane Croucamp shares insights on what makes podcasts engaging, why they resonate with audiences, and how production and editing shape the listener’s experience.

This episode explores the power of the human voice in podcasting and modern storytelling. Lane Croucamp shares insights on what makes podcasts engaging, why they resonate with audiences, and how production and editing shape the listener&rsquo;s experience.

The Power of Voice: How Podcasts Captivate and Connect - 20 April 2026

Dr Shamila Ramsookbhai joins us to discuss her short story collection My Milkshakes Brings All The Boys To The Yard, exploring themes of survival, identity, and real-life experiences. The conversation also highlights the evolution of South African literature and offers a preview of her upcoming book, Eat Pray Die: Afterlife Memoirs.

Dr Shamila Ramsookbhai joins us to discuss her short story collection My Milkshakes Brings All The Boys To The Yard, exploring themes of survival, identity, and real-life experiences. The conversation also highlights the evolution of South African literature and offers a preview of her upcoming book, Eat Pray Die: Afterlife Memoirs.

Stirring Stories & Identity: Inside My Milkshakes Brings All The Boys To The Yard - 17 April 2026

Nhlanhla Zama shares insights on the real challenges facing South Africa’s SMEs, highlighting that limited skills and business capability—not just funding—are key barriers to success. The discussion explores KZN’s tough trading conditions, the importance of digital and operational skills, and how programmes like Pitch and Polish are helping entrepreneurs build stronger, more sustainable businesses.

Nhlanhla Zama shares insights on the real challenges facing South Africa&rsquo;s SMEs, highlighting that limited skills and business capability&mdash;not just funding&mdash;are key barriers to success. The discussion explores KZN&rsquo;s tough trading conditions, the importance of digital and operational skills, and how programmes like Pitch and Polish are helping entrepreneurs build stronger, more sustainable businesses.

Ashok Ramchander Tribute

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