Afternoon Drive with John Maytham
The highlights from John Maytham's weekday show on CapeTalk, featuring news, interviews, and discussions on current affairs.
Episodes
Cape Town’s Equinix data centre appeal: calls for transparency before elections
John Maytham speaks to Kimal Harvey, Candidate Attorney at the Legal Resources Centre, about the appeal, concerns over procedural fairness, and what the case could mean for future data centre developments in Cape Town and beyond. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled
Pentagon plans livestream of Fort Hood shooter’s execution
John Maytham speaks to Nicole Fritz, Executive Director of the Campaign for Free Expression, about the proposed livestreaming of a US military execution and the human rights, legal and ethical questions surrounding public access to executions. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international
The Royal Countess Zingara’Melanina: A journey back to origin
John Maytham speaks to South African theatre designer, puppeteer and performing artist Craig Leo about Melanina – Return to Origin, the latest Royal Countess Zingara production combining circus, theatre, live music and dinner in Cape Town. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and internation
OUTA opposes fuel levy cut for RAF funding
John Maytham speaks to OUTA CEO Wayne Duvenage about the Road Accident Fund levy, its impact on fuel prices, concerns over the fund’s management, and possible alternatives to the current funding model. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in bus
A Fatal Love: With Louisa Treger
John Maytham speaks to author Louisa Treger about her novel A Fatal Love, which revisits the story of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in Britain, exploring love, betrayal, gender inequality and the pursuit of justice. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the
Pindrop: Sue Tonin of Birdlife SA on her trip to the Marion Island
John Maytham speaks to Sue Tonin, Assistant Project Manager of Mouse-Free Marion, about efforts to eradicate invasive mice from Marion Island and protect its threatened seabird populations. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traf
Fuel prices and the future of working from home
John Maytham speaks to Shannon Bold, Senior Economist at the Bureau for Economic Research, about rising fuel costs, commuting expenses and whether working from home could offer financial relief while maintaining productivity. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with
Louis Mhlanga brings a celebration of African musical heritage to Cape Town
John Maytham chats to renowned jazz musician Louis Mahlanga about his performance at Café Roux tomorrow. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprise
SCA rules private racist remarks can amount to hate speech
John Maytham tackles the thorny issue of hate speech in South Africa. This case (Ackerman vs Amaning and another) that was dismissed by the SCA -- shows racism in private conversations can still be constituted as hate speech. He speaks to constitutional law expert Pierre de Vos. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a
Beyond the game: The health challenges facing retired rugby players
To unpack the findings of the study, what happens to players after they leave professional rugby, and whether enough is being done to support them once their careers are over, John Maytham speaks to Johan Le Roux, a clinical psychologist with a special interest in sport. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of l
WWF – Living Planet Report findings
Angus Burns from the WWF speaks to John Maytham about the continued to decline in wildlife populations – this the main finding of the WWF’s latest Living Planet Report. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and w
Why South Africa’s education inequality is entrenched by Grade 3
John Maytham speaks to Roots and Shoots, Dr Heleen Hofmeyr about their recent study, finding that Foundation Phase teaching is failing learners, and failing to close inequality in grades R –3. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sp
Big battery storage and gas-to-power projects get the green light
To unpack what this shift means for South Africa’s energy mix, the role of gas and battery storage, and what it means for the future of new wind and solar projects, John Maytham speaks to Energy analyst, Anton Eberhard. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the l
Plan B with Rebecca Davis
Rebecca Davis joins John Maytham each week to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebecca offer their view of what is happening in our world that makes it at times infuriating, at times inspirational but always fascinating. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves
Australia returns to South Africa for Test Cricket
To look ahead to the Test series, assess both teams' squads and selection dilemmas, and tell us what we can expect when South Africa and Australia meet in Durban, John Maytham speaks to Neil Manthorpe, cricket analyst. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest i
Drunk women cannot consent, but does the law and society understand this?
Fatima Shaik joins us to discuss the debate around drinking and consent – this in light of the recent court case involving former male Cornell University students accused of raping an intoxicated woman – who after struggling for justice, is pursuing a civil case against her alleged rapists. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist.
Papa Hemingway at Cafe Roux tomorrow and Alma Cafe on Sunday
John Maytham chats to D David Morin about his one-man show – Papa Hemingway, a tribute to Ernest Hemingway – that he is performing at Cafe Roux tomorrow. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The ho
From Post Office to Kids’ Bookstore: A Cape Town Space Reimagined
John Mayjam speaks to Alison Harris about turning an old post office into a kid's bookstore. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with
Empty desks, lost learning: Tackling chronic absenteeism in schools
John Maytham speaks to Mark Potterton, principal of the primary school at Sacred Heart College and director of the Three2Six Refugee Children’s Education Project, about chronic school absenteeism and its impact on learners. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled
Despite the high hopes, the DA might not achieve majority in Johannesburg
John Maytham is joined by Ferial Haffajee, Senior Daily Maverick journalist, to unpack the numbers, the mayoral contest and what the possible coalition outcomes could look like. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weath
The Stormers takes on the Sharks this weekend: What’s in store?
John Maytham is joined by John Dobson, head coach of the Stormers, to look ahead to the derby, the battle between the two packs, and what his side needs to do to contain a Sharks team that is making an early statement in the URC. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled
Flying in SA: What airlines charge for bags, seats and other extras
We’re looking at the true cost of flying domestically in South Africa — because the cheapest fare you see advertised isn’t necessarily the price you’ll end up paying once you add baggage, seat selection or the cost of changing your flight - Andrew Thompson is a journalist with News24, and he’s looked at what the country’s major domestic airlines are charging for
How will the steep increase in petrol impact households in South Africa?
John Maytham chats to economist Johan Els about how the recent fuel increase will affect South African Households Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surpri
Albie Sachs: Fathers, Sons and Soft Vengeance
John Maytham speaks to Fiona Ramsay, actor and director of Albie Sachs: Fathers, Sons and Soft Vengeance, about bringing Albie Sachs’s remarkable story to the stage, and exploring themes of resilience, family, forgiveness and healing. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news cou
New Guidelines for Direct Marketers
John Maytham speaks to Rakhee Dullabh, an executive in the TMT practice at ENS, about the National Consumer Commission’s draft guidelines for the Opt-Out Registry and what they mean for direct marketers. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in busines
Feature with Ninety-One
The way people invest is evolving. ETFs have long been associated with simply tracking the market. But a growing category is combining the accessibility of an ETF with the expertise and decision-making of active investment management. So, what exactly are actively managed ETFs, and could they change the way South Africans invest? Joining us to unpack this is Trinisha Chanka, Actively Managed ETFs
The News24 Election Poll
John Maytham speaks to News24 journalist Carol Paton about the findings of the latest News24 election poll and what it reveals about voter sentiment ahead of the local government elections. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traf
The National housing crisis: 500 000 waiting for homes
John Maytham speaks to Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis about the city’s housing crisis, the growing housing waiting list and the challenges of providing affordable homes closer to jobs and economic opportunities. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the
Private healthcare costs surge globally: What does it mean for South Africans?
John Maytham speaks to Kevin Bürchler, CEO of SIP Medical Family Office, about rising private healthcare costs globally and the findings of the SIP Health Cost Index 2026. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weath
Gayton McKenzie-linked consortium takes over Ticketpro ahead of 2027 Cricket World Cup
John Maytham speaks to Pieter Louis Myburgh, Daily Maverick investigative journalist, about the investigation into the sale of Ticketpro, the political and business connections of its new owners and CEO, and the questions surrounding the company's involvement in South African sporting events ahead of the 2027 Cricket World Cup. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio vetera
Analysing the proposal for unfinished Highways in Cape Town
John Maytham speaks to urban planner Catherine Stone about the City of Cape Town’s proposal to finally complete the unfinished Foreshore freeways and transform the surrounding land. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffi
Paradise: A new release for Bright Blue
John Maytham is joined by Ian Cohen, basist for Bright Blue, to talk about the latest track -”Paradise” Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surp
Study finds problematic digital use causes harm
John Maytham is joined by Louise Holly, Research & Policy Coordinator at DTH-Lab, to discuss the Scale of young people’s digital media use and emerging evidence of harm justify action now. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, t
The latest from the Shadrack Sibiya case
John Maytham speaks to Karyn Maughan, News24 legal journalist, about the evidence and arguments presented in the rape and grooming case against suspended deputy national police commissioner Shadrack Sibiya, including his alleged WhatsApp exchanges, the recorded threat to the father of his 16-year-old accuser, and the arguments put forward by his defence. Presenter John Maytham is an act
Pros and cons of daylight savings
Dr Jason Samuels, lecturer at Stellenbosch University’s Engineering Department discuss the pros and cons of daylight saving with John Maytham. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclecti
Challenges facing Durban port
John Maytham speaks to Peter Besnard, CEO of the South African Association of Ship Operators and Agents (SAASOA), about the ongoing problems at Durban’s port, what is driving the backlogs and delays, and what needs to be done to get operations back on track. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local an
Cashless scrap metal sales: Can banning cash payments curb cable theft and vandalism?
John Maytham speaks to Alderman JP Smith, Mayco Member for Safety and Security at the City of Cape Town, about the proposed move to cashless scrap-metal transactions, the impact of cable theft and infrastructure vandalism, and whether targeting the illicit scrap-metal trade can help disrupt the networks behind these crimes. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran an
Optogenetics pioneers win Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
Three scientists who pioneered work in the study of optogenetics have won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine. Prof Mark Solms, the head of neuropsychology at UCT, explains the field of research to John Maytham. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with t
Patrice Motsepe: Why some think he is a good presidential candidate
John Maytham speaks to Steven Friedman, Research Professor in the Faculty of Humanities at the University of Johannesburg, about what the latest News24/SABI poll tells us about South Africans’ attitudes towards political leadership, why Patrice Motsepe is viewed more favourably than established political figures, and what we can — and cannot — conclude from these polling results.
Craig Hinds Performs
John Maytham speaks to Watershed lead vocalist Craig Hinds about 25 years of the band, their international success and new music coming in 2026. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interest
In conversation with the owner of Rick's Cafe
John Maytham speaks to the owner of Rick’s Café on Kloof Street about the history of the Cape Town institution, its evolution and its place in the city’s nightlife. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weat
BOOKS WITH JOHN MAYTHAM
Join John Maytham as he reviews the books that caught his attention this week. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing bo
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Why Dr Liana Roodt is wearing black, and not Pink
Dr Liana Roodt is a specialist breast and endocrine surgeon working in both the public and private sectors in Cape Town. She is the founder and executive director of Project Flamingo, a cancer NGO focused on improving timely and compassionate breast cancer care in South Africa, and serves as executive director of the Cancer Alliance of South Africa. She is also a lecturer in surgery at the Univers
Alan Committie on his performance at the Open Book festival
John Maytham speaks to comedian Alan Committie about comedy, storytelling and his appearance at the Open Book Festival in Cape Town. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the p
Pindrop: Woodhead Dam
Joining John Maytham to discuss the history and significance of Woodhead Dam is Tony Murray, a retired South African civil engineer and prominent writer on local infrastructure history. He can take us back to the extraordinary engineering challenge of building a major dam on Table Mountain in the 1890s and explain how this project helped shape Cape Town’s water infrastructure and South Afric
CapeNature’s environmental report card: How human activity is impacting the Western Cape
Don Pinnock is an environmental journalist and writer who has spent decades reporting on conservation, biodiversity, environmental threats and the relationship between people and the natural world. He joins John Maytham to unpack CapeNature’s latest State of Conservation Report and what its findings tell us about the health of the Western Cape’s environment. Presenter John Maytham is a
South Africa loses R6.5bn - as tourists flock to other countries.
CEO of the Tourism Business Council Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa joins John Maytham to chat about SA losing tourism business to other African nations Morrocco and Tunisia. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host&rsquo
Should Opinion Polls be regulated, especially around Politics?
John Maytham speaks to Ebrahim Fakir, Political Analyst, about the debate over regulating opinion polls in South Africa, the potential impact of polls on voters and whether greater transparency and public scrutiny could help address concerns around polling. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and inter
Old Mutual Feature: Thought Leaders Forum
A comfortable retirement depends on more than the money someone has saved. It also depends on the country they retire into… the reliability of its roads, water, electricity, healthcare and other essential infrastructure. Could retirement funds help build that country while still protecting members’ savings? Joining us to unpack the opportunity, the risks and what makes infrastructure
Apartheid murderers should not be elected councillors
Former Deputy Justice minister John Jeffery joins John Maytham, to share his views on former apartheid policeman and FF+ Mayoral candidate William Harrington being allowed to hold office. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and
NHI’s ridiculous marketing contact
John Maytham speaks to Azzarah Karriem, Multi-award-winning investigative journalist about the NHI's ridiculous contracts. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mea
Exam Ready – free grade 12 History tutoring online support system
Leah Nasson joins John Maytham to talk about Exam Ready – a programme she’s designed to help grade 12 learners prepare for their history exams. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclect
Plan B with Rebecca Davis
Rebecca Davis joins John Maytham each week to reflect on just how strange the news can be. From the most important to the very strange, John and Rebecca offer their view of what is happening in our world that makes it at times infuriating, at times inspirational but always fascinating. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves
When will NSFAS pay my fees?
John Maytham is joined by Robyn Butler, a Stellenbosch University graduate and former NSFAS-funded student, to discuss her outstanding university fees and the uncertainty facing other students in a similar position. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the
Roland du Preez on family, theatre and taking the stage in Boerelesque
John Maytham speaks to Roland du Preez about his musical cabaret Boerlesque taking place at Wordfees in October. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surpris
Manchester City found guilty: How did the club inflate its revenue to meet financial rules?
Sports journalist Nqobile Ndlovu speaks to John Maytham about what’s next for Manchester City, after being found guilty of violating Premier League financial rules. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host
Analysing President Ramaphosa's GBVF address to the nation
John Maytham speaks to Charlene May, Director of the Women’s Legal Centre, about the President’s commitments, the legal protections available to women facing violence, and what needs to happen to ensure that government measures translate into meaningful protection and access to justice. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist
3 cyclists killed on the roads in the last few days
John Maytham speaks to CEO of the Pedal Power Association Neil Robinson about 3 cyclists who were killed on western cape roads this weekend. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests me
Could virtual power stations help solve energy challenges in rural towns?
John Maytham speaks to Matthew Cruz, Energy Analyst at IMPOWER, about whether virtual power plants could be part of the solution for rural South Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s ecle
What motivates mass shootings?
John Maytham is joined by Professor Christiaan Bezuidenhoudt to talk about the recent spate in mass shootings across the country. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean t
Bozell demarche: What’s behind the latest US-SA diplomatic row?
John Maytham speaks to Peter Fabricius, Foreign Affairs Journalist, about the latest diplomatic confrontation between South Africa and the United States, why Ambassador Bozell was demarched, and what this latest development means for relations between Pretoria and Washington. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a rou
Taran Eagar's memoir: From Drug Mule to Drug Boss
John Maytham speaks to Taran Eagar about her extraordinary journey from drug mule to drug boss, what led her into the international drug trade, and her new book, From Drug Mule to Drug Boss. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traf
Restaurant Week XXL gets underway (25 Sept – 1 November)
Restaurant Week South Africa's relationship manager, Sonny Vriends, speaks to John Maytham about the event which runs until 1 November. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests m
South Africa’s heart health crisis: Are we doing enough to prevent it?
John Maytham speaks to Dr Darshini Govindasamy, Director at PRICELESS SA, about South Africa's cardiovascular disease burden, the hidden danger of hypertension and the need for a more integrated approach to managing chronic health conditions. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international
Mbalula under pressure as ANC succession race heats up
John Maytham speaks to News24 journalist Carol Paton about the ANC’s chaotic candidate-list process, the political damage to Fikile Mbalula and what the crisis reveals about the party’s increasingly fragmented leadership succession race. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and interna
Why are dehorned Rhinos still being killed?
John Maytham speaks to Tim Kuiper, Senior Lecturer in Biodiversity and Statistics at Nelson Mandela University, about the killing of a dehorned rhino and her calf at Kariega Game Reserve and the ongoing threat of rhino poaching in South Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and internationa
Oura’s smart rings: Is the $15bn valuation justified?
John Maytham speaks to tech journalist Nafisa Akabor about Oura's planned $15-billion IPO, the rapid growth of smart rings and the increasingly important role wearable technology is playing in personal health monitoring. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the
Stormers and more with John Dobson
John Maytham is joined by Stormers head coach, John Dobson, ahead of the Stormer's game against Edinburgh in Ireland on Friday. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the
The release of the French Illusion: With John Grisham
John Maytham speaks to author John Grisham about his new thriller The French Illusion, which follows a honeymooning couple kidnapped in the French countryside and the international investigation that follows. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in bu
Mule accounts: Where does the money go?
John Maytham speaks to Maya Fisher-French about how money mule accounts are used to move stolen funds, how criminals recruit account holders, and why recovering stolen money can be so difficult. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport,
Boks lose to Australia in Perth
John Maytham is joined by Daily Maverick sports editor and rugby writer Craig Ray, who was in Perth, to unpack what went wrong for the Springboks, how Australia managed to dominate for so much of the match, and what this result could mean for the Boks as they continue building towards the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasone
At least 38 dead in week's mass killings
John Maytham speaks to criminologist Professor Irvine Kinnes about last week's series of mass shootings that left almost 40 people dead. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests
Ongoing impact of floods on tourism and life in Prince Albert
Sean Riley, chairman of the Prince Albert Tourism Association, talks to John Maytham about challenges faced by the town due to the ongoing closure of the Meiringspoort route due to flooding earlier this year. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest
Matrimonial domicile law becomes gender neutral in divorce
John Maytham speaks to Martin Vermaak, Director of Martin Vermaak Attorneys, about the Western Cape High Court ruling, what it means for the law governing matrimonial property, and how the judgment could affect women, same-sex couples and deceased estates Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and in
Olympian Tatjana Smith comes out of retirement
John Maytham is joined by Olympic swimmer, Tatjana Smith, on her anticipated return to the world of competitive swimming. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the progra
Researchers say spekboom should be a staple vegetable
John Maytham speaks to Alba Du Toit, Chair of Innovative Agro-processing for Climate Smart Food Systems in the Department of Sustainable Food Systems and Development at the University of the Free State. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, spor
Lone Great White shark spotted in False Bay after years of absence
ohn Maytham speaks to Sarah Waries, CEO of Shark Spotters, about this extraordinary sighting, what it tells us about great white sharks in False Bay, and whether this could signal a return of the species to the area. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the
No place like home at the Artscape
Crystal Orderson speaks to Jody Abrahams, actor in No Place Like Home, about bringing this distinctly Cape Town story to the stage, exploring what home means to the characters and audiences, and the music, humour and local experiences that make up the production. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and
TPLF Seizes Control of Mekelle Airport: What’s Happening in Tigray?
Crystal Orderson speaks to Yonas Yizezew about the renewed fighting in Ethiopia’s Tigray region and the risk of a wider conflict in the Horn of Africa. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’
Until I Arrive: Exploring Belonging Through Physical Theatre
Crystal Ordeson speaks to Lindokuhle Melaphi, a rising South African actress, theatre maker and multidisciplinary creative, who wrote, directed and performs Until I Arrive, and who won Best Script at the 2026 Zabalaza Theatre Festival for the production. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and int
