



Wellbeing: Is a daytime nap actually good for your brain?
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Prof. Dale Rae, Director of Sleep Science and Associate Professor at the University of Cape Town, about the benefits of napping, strategic ways to get rest for people who struggle with sleep, and how sleep deprivation affects the brain and overall physical health. 702 Week…

Wellbeing: Five life stages of the human brain & why adolescence may last until 32
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Prof. Susan Malcolm-Smith, Professor and Convenor of the Neuropsychology Programme in the Department of Psychology at the University of Cape Town, about adolescence, how long it lasts and the four stages of brain development across the human lifespan. 702 Weekend Breakfast…

Wellness: Do we truly get happier as we grow older?
Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Resident Clinical Psychologist, Dr Khosi Jiyane, exploring the idea that people often become happier as they age, whether life and emotional balance truly become easier with age, and examining how these factors influence overall quality of life. 702 Weekend Breakfast with G…

Wellbeing: Thrush vs UTI: Spotting the difference
Gugs Mhlungu speaks Dr Deshni Naidoo, Gynaecologist about the differences between thrush and urinary tract infections (UTIs), including their causes and treatment options. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station, on Saturdays and Sundays…

Exploring what stool colour reveals about your health.
Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Dr. Pfunzo Machimana, a GP and Family Physician Specialist, about what stool colours reveal about your health, how diet affects them, and tips for tracking your wellbeing. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio stat…

Exploring Self-trust as an act of self-care
Gugs Mhlungu speaks to Resident Clinical Psychologist, Dr Khosi Jiyane, to explore a powerful new paradigm: Self-Trust as the New Self-Care. Together, they unpack what it means to build inner sovereignty—the ability to trust your own wisdom, make aligned decisions, and find calm amidst chaos. From …

Wellbeing: Why timing matters: When not to brush Your teeth
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Bulumko Poswayo, General Dentist at Tru Bright dentistry exploring the best and worst times to brush your teeth and why timing plays a crucial role in maintaining good oral health. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk r…

Wellbeing: Exploring the protective role of Rooibos extracts in Breast Cancer
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr Nicky Verhoog, senior lecturer of biochemistry at Stellenbosch University and lead researcher, about emerging breast cancer treatment and the potential role of Rooibos in advancing this research. 702 Weekend Breakfast with Gugs Mhlungu is broadcast on 702, a Johannesbur…

Wellbeing: Could grandparenting be the secret to a longer, healthier life?
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Ayanda Tetyana, Family therapist and Behavioural science consultant, exploring potential benefits of grandparenting such as improved physical mobility, opportunities to learn new things, reduced feelings of loneliness, and enhanced mental well-being. 702 Weekend Breakfast …

Wellbeing: What are the hidden costs of late nights for teenagers’ brain health?
Gugs Mhlungu speaks with Dr. Kirti Ranchod, neurologist, brain health specialist, founder of Memorability, and co-founder and chair of the African Brain Health Network, about how staying up late and excessive screen time can negatively impact our sleep, ultimately affecting brain health and overall…