Rising Notes: Keziah Rebekah’s Journey in SA Music - 20 February 2026

Durban-born singer Keziah Rebekah joins us to share her journey from singing at family gatherings to recording for local films and building a strong social media following. She opens up about her vocal training, performing alongside Boney M, her passion for community work, and the inspiration behi…

Rhythm Beyond Boundaries: The Musical Journey of Pt. Sadanand Naimpalli - 19 February 2026

Lotus FM welcomes legendary tabla maestro Pt. Sadanand Naimpalli for an inspiring conversation about his seven-decade journey in Indian classical music. From receiving the President’s Award at just 16 to leaving a successful engineering career to pursue music full-time, he reflects on passion, sacr…

Borrow Now, Pay Later? The True Cost of Easy Credit - 18 February 2026

Microloans and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services are making borrowing easier than ever but at what cost? In this episode, Tina Manyanya shares insights on how BNPL works, the risks of delayed payments, and why budgeting and saving remain the smarter long-term financial choices. A must-listen for a…

Ink-stitutions of Power: Celebrating 29 Years of the Time of the Writer Festival - 17 February 2026

Festival Curator Shafinaaz Hassim joins us to discuss the 29th edition of the Time of the Writer Festival, presented by the Centre for Creative Arts. Under the theme “Ink-stitutions of Power,” this year’s festival brings together leading authors and public intellectuals including Fred Khumalo, Njab…

Behind the Scenes: The Real Power of Radio Producers - 16 February 2026

In this Lifestyle feature, we sit down with Mzi Kaka, Lecturer at The Academy of Sound Engineering, to unpack the often-unseen role of the radio producer. From shaping on-air content and managing live broadcasts to navigating digital platforms and commercial pressures, Mzi shares insight into what …

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

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…

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

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

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

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