As Valentine’s Day approaches, we unpack the dark side of digital romance with cyber safety expert Michael Buswell. From catfishing tactics and emotional manipulation to AI deepfakes and online photo risks, we explore how romance scammers operate, who they target, and the red flags to watch out for. With millions lost to online love scams, this is a must-listen conversation on protecting your heart  and your wallet in the digital age.

As Valentine&rsquo;s Day approaches, we unpack the dark side of digital romance with cyber safety expert Michael Buswell. From catfishing tactics and emotional manipulation to AI deepfakes and online photo risks, we explore how romance scammers operate, who they target, and the red flags to watch out for. With millions lost to online love scams, this is a must-listen conversation on protecting your heart&nbsp; and your wallet in the digital age.

Love, Lies & Logins: Exposing Online Romance Scams This Valentine’s - 13 February 2026

Rising comedian Akhil Maharaj joins the show to share his journey from Richards Bay to national comedy stages. He chats about his personal-life-inspired comedy style, performing at major showcases, promoting local talent, and navigating trends like dad jokes and political humour. A fun, insightful conversation about SA comedy, the business behind it, and what’s next for one of the country’s emerging stars.

Rising comedian Akhil Maharaj joins the show to share his journey from Richards Bay to national comedy stages. He chats about his personal-life-inspired comedy style, performing at major showcases, promoting local talent, and navigating trends like dad jokes and political humour. A fun, insightful conversation about SA comedy, the business behind it, and what&rsquo;s next for one of the country&rsquo;s emerging stars.

From Richards Bay to the Big Stage: Laughing Life with Akhil Maharaj - 12 February 2026

Singer-songwriter duo Cameron Emmanuel and Lequicia Astrid join The Lunch Break for a Valentine’s-themed catch-up, reflecting on life after their hit Favourite Person. They share how making music together has strengthened their relationship, discuss wedding performances, upcoming projects, and the impact of digital streaming on their reach. The duo also talk love, creativity, future plans, and end the conversation with heartfelt advice for romantics — and a special live musical moment for listeners.

Singer-songwriter duo Cameron Emmanuel and Lequicia Astrid join The Lunch Break for a Valentine&rsquo;s-themed catch-up, reflecting on life after their hit Favourite Person. They share how making music together has strengthened their relationship, discuss wedding performances, upcoming projects, and the impact of digital streaming on their reach. The duo also talk love, creativity, future plans, and end the conversation with heartfelt advice for romantics &mdash; and a special live musical moment for listeners.

Love, Lyrics & Life After the Hit: Cameron Emmanuel & Lequicia Astrid - 11 February 2026

Rising Cape Town comedian Tristan Perry joins us for a lively conversation about his journey into stand-up comedy, fresh off his appearance at the Newcomer Comedy Showcase. He shares how his everyday experiences shape his storytelling, compares Cape Town and Joburg comedy audiences, and reflects on life on stage — from confidence-building moments to potential embarrassments. Tristan also opens up about the realities of making a living in comedy, his influences, and his future goals in entertainment, including whether comedy is the career path he plans to pursue long term.

Rising Cape Town comedian Tristan Perry joins us for a lively conversation about his journey into stand-up comedy, fresh off his appearance at the Newcomer Comedy Showcase. He shares how his everyday experiences shape his storytelling, compares Cape Town and Joburg comedy audiences, and reflects on life on stage &mdash; from confidence-building moments to potential embarrassments. Tristan also opens up about the realities of making a living in comedy, his influences, and his future goals in entertainment, including whether comedy is the career path he plans to pursue long term.

From the Block to the Big Stage: Tristan Perry on Finding His Funny - 10 February 2026

In this finance-focused conversation, Eshmael Mpabanga, Country Head at Intellect Design Arena South Africa, unpacks the growing risk facing financial institutions known as the “renovator’s trap.” He explains why incremental digital upgrades are no longer enough and why CEOs must take ownership of architectural redesigns to ensure long-term resilience.

In this finance-focused conversation, Eshmael Mpabanga, Country Head at Intellect Design Arena South Africa, unpacks the growing risk facing financial institutions known as the &ldquo;renovator&rsquo;s trap.&rdquo; He explains why incremental digital upgrades are no longer enough and why CEOs must take ownership of architectural redesigns to ensure long-term resilience.

Redesign, Not Renovate: Escaping the Digital Transformation Trap in Banking - 09 February 2026

Varshan Sookhun chats to TV star, Jason Willemse, who recently bagged a role in S2’s telenovela Pimville on The Lunch Break. 

Varshan Sookhun chats to TV star, Jason Willemse, who recently bagged a role in S2&rsquo;s telenovela Pimville on The Lunch Break.&nbsp;

Discussion about S2's telenovela "Pimville" with Jason Willemse

Varshan Sookhun chats to Cape youngster, Ashraf Luddy, who transformed his life by pursuing several codes of sport and achieving tops honors within each code. 

Varshan Sookhun chats to Cape youngster, Ashraf Luddy, who transformed his life by pursuing several codes of sport and achieving tops honors within each code.&nbsp;

Inspirational transformation with sport for Ashraf Luddy - Wed, 4 Feb 2026

A R350 billion SME funding gap persists because many businesses are not funding ready. Varshan Sookhun discusses this further with Co-founder of Unconventional CA, Mentor and Business Coach, Jameel Khan.

A R350 billion SME funding gap persists because many businesses are not funding ready. Varshan Sookhun discusses this further with Co-founder of Unconventional CA, Mentor and Business Coach, Jameel Khan.

A Discussion about SME Funding with Co-founder of Unconventional CA, Mentor and Business Coach, Jameel Khan - Tues, 3 Feb 2026

Varshan Sookhun chats to Leslie Adams about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being integrated into personalized, on-demand viewing content.

Varshan Sookhun chats to Leslie Adams about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is being integrated into personalized, on-demand viewing content.

A discussion about how AI is being integrated into personalized, on-demand viewing content with Leslie Adams - Fri, 30 Jan 2026

Varshan Sookhun chats to Mike Pashut, owner of ChangeCars and host of the Keep It or Change Cars podcast, who regularly reviews vehicles and safety data and has been closely following recent Global NCAP results for entry-level vehicles. Tune in as they chat more about the NCAP and its advantages when buying a vehicle.

Varshan Sookhun chats to Mike Pashut, owner of ChangeCars and host of the Keep It or Change Cars podcast, who regularly reviews vehicles and safety data and has been closely following recent Global NCAP results for entry-level vehicles. Tune in as they chat more about the NCAP and its advantages when buying a vehicle.

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