5 Drive
Join Zanele Potelwa & Nick Archibald weekdays from 3 PM to 6 PM for groundbreaking, youth-driven content that can't be found anywhere else. Always a step ahead, the team provides stimulating, exciting, and engaging radio that appeals to educated, young-at-heart South Africans who are positive about their country. Along with Producer Masego, Nick (traffic), Jude (sport), and Yanga (news), 5Drive supplies your afternoon eargasms.
Episodes
SHOULD WE BE JAILED FOR ONLINE RANTS P2
SHOULD WE BE JAILED FOR ONLINE RANTS
WHY DID YOU LAUNCH THEM
GUESSING THE RACE BASED ON THE SONG
A LITTLE UNCOMFORTABLE HONESTLY
ACADEMY OF SOUND ENGINEERING
THE STORY ABOUT PASSION FOR HEIGHTS
HOMBA MAZALENI WINS TOP BILLING PRESENTER SEARCH
HOMBA MAZALENI WINS TOP BILLING PRESENTER SEARCH P2
JAY Z ANNOUNCED AS SUPER BOWL HEADLINE
STR LIVING HER CHILDHOOD DREAM
MANANA SPEAKS ON WORKING WITH AKA
WE ARE DOING SOMETHING BIG
TAKING THE SHOW TO NEW HEIGHTS
UNCOVERING MANANA'S MUSICAL JOURNEY
TEST TASTING WITH JUDE VAN WYK
IS IT THE PRODUCERS OR THE AUDIENCE AT FAULT
IS IT THE PRODUCERS OR THE AUDIENCE AT FAULT 2
TEST TASTING WITH JUDE VAN WYK PART 2
DDTB - DUSTIN JOHNSON DEMANDS MONEY
TTC - THE TRAFFIC MAKES ME ANGRIER
Tuesday Traffic Challenge with Nick.
DDTB - UNDER FIFTEEN WORLD CUP AND FESTIVAL
The 5 Drive team dove into the Under-15 World Cup and festival, sharing their unfiltered takes on the next generation of sporting legends.
HAVING A SECOND GO AT THIS
Everyone deserves a do-over—or do they?
BUYING THE IN SOTRE BRAND OR KNOWN BRAND
Are name brands actually better or are we just paying for the logo? Listen back as the 5 Drive crew tackled the ultimate supermarket showdown between known brands and in-store alternatives.
THE ART OF HANDLING SMALL TALK
How do you actually survive small talk without dying inside? The 5 Drive team dove into the fine art of casual conversation, comparing notes and swapping funny stories with listeners.
THIS IS A VERY NICE WORD TO SPELL
Who spelled it best—the adults or the kids? Listen back as the 5 Drive crew took on a fun and unpredictable spelling bee with young geniuses.
IT'S REALLY TIME TO LEAVE NOW
In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.
HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHO YOU'RE TAKING WITH
Plus-ones, concert tickets, or a free holiday trip—how do you actually decide who makes the cut when you only have one extra spot? The 5 Drive team dives into the messy politics of picking which friend or family member gets the invite, while 5FM listeners call in with their own wild rules for choosing who comes along!
HOW MANY POINTS DID YOU GET
Did you make the cut or miss the mark?
MEGAN THE STALLION ON WHO SAID IT
WHAT WE WILL DO IN A CROCS STORE
Foam clogs and chaotic energy! The 5 Drive team dove into a hilarious discussion about what they would do if they had free rein of a Crocs store, sharing plenty of laughs along the way.
STR - TURNING INTO A CARTOON CHARACTER
HER WORD CAN'T FIGHT IT
In this game, contestants are given a letter and have 30 seconds to name an actor, a flavour, a job, a movie title, a country, a noun, and something found in nature, all starting with that letter. The contestant who shouts the most correct answers within the time limit wins, making for a fast-paced and fun test of quick thinking and creativity.
5D DDTB - TOP 5 SPORTS NEWS
All the major sports headlines you need to know. Listen back as the 5 Drive crew delivered the ultimate top 5 sports news countdown.
5D ROYAL HUMBLE WITH GABBY
Can you guess the song from a hum? Listen back as the 5 Drive crew played a fun game live in the studio.
5D - YANGAS QUEST FOR A PET
The hunt for the perfect pet is on! Listen back as the 5 Drive crew unpacked Yanga's ongoing animal adventure.
5D FORGIVE AND FORGET
Can you really let go of the past? Listen back as the 5 Drive crew dove into a deep and hilarious discussion on the reality of forgiving and forgetting.
5D TOP 5 NEWS OF THE WEEKEND
What went down over the weekend? Listen back as Yanga tackled the ultimate countdown of the weekend's biggest news headlines.
WHAT PERSONALITY TYPE ARE YOU
What do your traits say about you? Listen back as the 5 Drive crew dove into a lively debate about personality types and how they shape our everyday lives.
WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH MASEGO AND HER PHONE
Producer Masego’s WhatsApp account is under review for the second time, and the team is officially starting to get worried. What rules could she possibly be breaking? The 5 Drive team and the listeners weigh in with their wild theories and advice!
DDTB - 22 UNDER 22
On DDTB, the team dove into the "22 Under 22" list, breaking down the young game-changers, rising phenoms, and Gen Z disruptors making major waves before even hitting their mid-20s.
CROSSING WITH DJ TSHEPI
NEW SCHOOL VS. OLD SCHOOL
Which era actually takes the crown? Listen back as the 5 Drive crew tackled the ultimate music clash between new school and old school hits.
HE'S ALREADY THE OUTSIDER HERE
The ultimate outsider status unlocked! Listen back as the 5 Drive crew broke down some funny group dynamics and studio banter live on air.
DDTB - RACES HAVE BEEN CUT SHORT FOR 2027
A major shake-up for the racing world. The 5 Drive team dove into the details and shared their unfiltered thoughts on why races are getting cut short heading into 2027.
ASSUMPTIONS ON WHERE WE WORK
The 5 Drive team called out the wildest assumptions about their workspace and set the record straight live on air.
YOUR THOUGHTS HURT BUT ALSO HEAL
Listen back as the 5 Drive crew explored the profound impact of our inner dialogue.
FINAL COUNT DOWN FOR BORN TO PLAY
Tension and excitement filled the studio as the 5 Drive team handled the final countdown for "Born to Play," capturing all the final-hour energy live on air.
WHY NEW MUSIC ISN'T LIKE THE OLD SCHOOL
Which era actually takes the crown? Listen back as the 5 Drive crew tackled the ultimate music clash between new school and old school hits.
TTC - SO SICK OF POT HOLES
It's Tuesday Traffic Challenge with Nick.
WE ARE WINNING BUT SOME HAVEN'T REGISTERED
Listen back as the 5 Drive crew discussed the importance of getting signed up before it's too late.
DDTB - CURRENT CRICKET TEST SERIES
All the action from the crease! Listen back as the 5 Drive crew tackled the latest stats, drama, and updates from the ongoing cricket Test series.
MORE STORIES ABOUT THE ERA OF THE 2000S
The 5 Drive team unlocked a serious vault of nostalgia, diving into more wild stories, pop culture memories, and unforgettable moments from the 2000s era.
DDTB - THE LIONS HAD A TOUGH WEEKEND
THE 6IX TO 6IX REVEAL FOR BORN TO PLAY
The 6ix-to-6ix reveal is here! Listen back as the 5 Drive crew officially dropped the details for "Born to Play" live on air.
MISSING THE ERA OF THE 2000S
The 5 Drive team took a nostalgic trip back to the 2000s, diving into why we miss the era of low-rise jeans, flip phones, classic pop culture, and simpler internet days. They opened up the phone lines to reminisce with listeners about what made the noughties unforgettable.
NUMBER ONE MOMENT SINGING FOR NICK
That's one for the history books!
WE ARE NOT READY FOR FLYING CARS
The 5 Drive team debated whether society is actually prepared for future tech, taking a hilarious look at why humanity is entirely unready for flying cars. They opened up the phone lines to hear listener predictions on traffic jams in the sky and why modern drivers can barely handle roads.
JILL SCOTT PERFORMANCE IN THE TOP 5 NEWS
Jill Scott makes it to Yanga's Top 5 News.
HOW TO HANDLE WAITING FOR THE NEWS
Listen back as the 5 Drive crew unpacked how to keep your cool and pass the time while waiting for major news updates.
GIVING AWAY 10K ON OUR SHOW TODAY
That’s how you do a giveaway! The 5 Drive team relived the high-energy moments from handing over R10,000 in cash during today's action-packed broadcast.
BILAL WINS 10K WITH BORN TO PLAY WITH 5FM
R10,000 richer! The 5 Drive crew captured the ultimate winning moment as Bilal took home the cash prize during "Born to Play.
DDTB - SOUTH AFRICAN FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
All things local football! Listen back as the 5 Drive crew tackled the latest headlines and debates involving the South African Football Association.
WHAT WOULD YOU DO WITH 10K
If free money came your way, how fast would it be gone? The 5 Drive team opened up the phone lines and chats to find out what everyone would actually buy with R10,000.
SOMEONE SLID INTO OUR DM'S
You never know what you're going to find in the requests folder!
WE ARE NOTE HAPPY WITH
NADIA NAKAI SAYS SHE'S OVER NAA MEAN
During her chat with 5 Drive, Nadia Nakai dropped the bombshell that she is over her iconic "Naa Mean.
WORD OF THE DAY IS PREPARATION
The 5 Drive team locked in on "Preparation" as the official word of the day, breaking down why staying ready means you never have to get ready.
EXPLORING APPEALS ABOUT BANKING SCAMS WITH MR SEROKA
Scams are getting smarter, but how do you fight back? 5 Drive welcomed Attorney, Mr. Seroka onto the show to unpack banking fraud appeals and how consumers can protect themselves.
NADIA NAKAI ON KEEPING EMOTIONS IN CHECK
Hip-hop star Nadia Nakai stopped by 5 Drive to talk life, music, and how she manages to keep her emotions in check when the spotlight gets intense.
DDTB - AFRICAN GRAND PRIX CONFIRMED
The 5 Drive team broke down the confirmation of the African Grand Prix and what listeners could expect from this massive sporting milestone.
PASS THE PRESENT WITH 5FM WINNER
HOW WE APPROACH COOKING
In Light of Recipe Book Launch Day - broke down how we approach cooking in the kitchen debating whether people are strict recipe followers or freestyle intuition chefs. They opened up the phone lines to hear hilarious listener cooking disasters and secret kitchen habits.
BACK TO THE CITY MAKES TOP 5 NEWS
HOW MATRICS PREPARE AT HOME
The 5 Drive team took a look at how matric students prepared for final exams at home. They unpacked everything from study desk setups and procrastination traps to essential study snacks and listener tips.
DDTB - BIG WEEKEND OF RUGBY MAKES TOP 5
5D THE WEDDING HEROES [0910]
The 5 Drive team paid tribute to the unsung champions who save the day when wedding chaos strikes.
5D WHO SAID THAT [0910]
5D LONG DISTANCE...OR NOT [0910]
The 5 Drive team dove into the messy reality of modern relationships to debate whether a distance counts as long-distance or just an excuse.
5D DDTB [0910]
