Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr. Shilly Maelane, an orthopaedic surgeon, about the impact of strength training on the spine, the importance of proper lifting technique, how to tell the difference between injury and post-workout soreness, and the long-term effects of disc strain.

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Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Dr. Shilly Maelane, an orthopaedic surgeon, about the impact of strength training on the spine, the importance of proper lifting technique, how to tell the difference between injury and post-workout soreness, and the long-term effects of disc strain.
Gugs Mhlungu is your weekend companion for thoughtful conversations on lifestyle, health, culture, books, food, and everything happening around 702Land.
Thanks for listening.
Catch the 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu live on 702 every weekend morning from 6 am to 10 am (SA time).
Find more from the show and catch-up podcasts on the Primedia+ app <a href="https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj">https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj</a>
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Join Gugs Mhlungu as we dive into all things health and wellness. From practical tips for everyday living to the latest in medical breakthroughs, Gugs brings expert insights, inspiring stories, and easy-to-follow advice to help you live your healthiest life. Tune in for guidance, motivation, and a fresh perspective on your well-being.

Join Gugs Mhlungu as we dive into all things health and wellness. From practical tips for everyday living to the latest in medical breakthroughs, Gugs brings expert insights, inspiring stories, and easy-to-follow advice to help you live your healthiest life. Tune in for guidance, motivation, and a fresh perspective on your well-being.

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The Best of 702 Weekend Breakfast

There's only one way to celebrate the weekend wakeup and 702 serves up the perfect accompaniment via the radio!

There's only one way to celebrate the weekend wakeup and 702 serves up the perfect accompaniment via the radio!

Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu

Fitness: The cost of bad form – how poor lifting technique affects your spine

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Guest: Dr. Sheldon Leal, Musicologist and Academic Registrar at the Academy of Sound Engineering, in studio 

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Twiggy Matiwane, award-winning film and television director, about reimagining Drum Magazine’s iconic agony aunt column Sister Dolly for a new generation. They discuss how the idea for the film came about, the process of casting, and what audiences can expect ahead of its cinema release.

Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. 

Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. 

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Guest:&nbsp;Dr. Sheldon Leal, Musicologist and Academic Registrar at the Academy of Sound Engineering, in studio&nbsp;
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Twiggy Matiwane, award-winning film and television director, about reimagining Drum Magazine&rsquo;s iconic agony aunt column&nbsp;Sister Dolly&nbsp;for a new generation. They discuss how the idea for the film came about, the process of casting, and what audiences can expect ahead of its cinema release.
Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land.&nbsp;
Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu.&nbsp;
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usic Corner:   The art of discovering talent: Remembering Clive Davis and his legacy 

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Gugs Mhlungu speaks with resident clinical psychologist Dr Khosi Jiyane, about different ways people find meaning in life, including relationships, family, children, charity work, and meditation and how these sources of meaning can help reduce the fear of death.

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with resident clinical psychologist Dr Khosi Jiyane, about different ways people find meaning in life, including relationships, family, children, charity work, and meditation and how these sources of meaning can help reduce the fear of death.

Wellness: How do relationships and acts of service shape our sense of purpose?

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Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Professor Shabir Madhi, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at Wits University leading expert in Vaccinology, about his life beyond the science, from his early dream of becoming an engineer and growing up in Lenasia, to how the area has transformed over the years. He also reflects on his training at Baragwanath Hospital, his influential work in vaccine research and public health programmes and even shares a glimpse into his Sunday morning treadmill routine.

Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Twiggy Matiwane, award-winning film and television director, about reimagining Drum Magazine’s iconic agony aunt column Sister Dolly for a new generation. They discuss how the idea for the film came about, the process of casting, and what audiences can expect ahead of its cinema release.

Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land. 

Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu. 

Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702 https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj 

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702 on X: https://x.com/Radio702  
702 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@radio702

 

Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Professor Shabir Madhi, Dean of the Faculty of&nbsp;Health Sciences at Wits University leading expert in Vaccinology, about his life beyond the science, from his early dream of becoming an engineer and growing up in Lenasia, to how the area has transformed over the years. He also reflects on his training at Baragwanath Hospital, his influential work in vaccine research and public health programmes and even shares a glimpse into his Sunday morning treadmill routine.
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Twiggy Matiwane, award-winning film and television director, about reimagining Drum Magazine&rsquo;s iconic agony aunt column&nbsp;Sister Dolly&nbsp;for a new generation. They discuss how the idea for the film came about, the process of casting, and what audiences can expect ahead of its cinema release.
Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land.&nbsp;
Thank you for listening to a podcast from 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu.&nbsp;
Listen live on Primedia+ on Saturdays and Sundays from 06:00 and 10:00 (SA Time) to Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu broadcast on 702&nbsp;<a href="https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1782608033227000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2QskWhYmOYgeeGFjUs1dLq">https://buff.ly/gk3y0Kj</a>&nbsp;
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In the Profile: Profiling: Professor Shabir Madhi, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences at Wits University leading expert in Vaccinology

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Fitness: The cost of bad form – how poor lifting technique affects your spine

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