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
ARE WE FOCUSING ON LOVE OR CAREER
FIRS ROUND OF THE PENALTY SHOOT OUT GAME
WHO HANGS UP ON AN OLD GRANNY
LYING FOR SOMEONE YOU LOVE
THE POLYGAMIST IN THE TOP 5 NEWS
NEW YORK KNICKS FIRST FINALS WIN AFTER 15 YEARS
32 YEARS OF DENYING THAT MOM DOES THIS
THE CV FOR KEEPING RECORDS
SAY IT AGAIN ON BRAIN BUSTER
STR BEING RECOGNIZED IN PUBLIC
DATING MY EXES SIBLING
QUOTE IS NOT DIRECTLY FROM A PERSON
FIFA WORLD CUP BUILD UP PART 2
DDTB - EVERTON ORDERED TO PAY 40 MILLION
DDTB SEVEN MAJOR MARATHONS IN SOUTH AFRICA
THIS IS YOUR BEST WORD OF THE DAY
WHAT TO BRING TO THE PERFECT WATCH PARTY
IT IS UN SOUTH AFRICAN NOT TO WATCH THE GAME
FIFA WORLD CUP BUILD UP PART 1
WEARING MAKE UP FOR YOU OR ME
We explore the classic debate about the personal and social motivations behind wearing makeup—specifically whether people do it entirely for their own self-expression and confidence ("for me") or if societal expectations and the desire to appeal to others ("for you") play a larger role.
THE TEACHERS PET HAS A JOB
Remember the kid in school who always volunteered to erase the chalkboard, reminded the teacher about the homework, and sat right at the front? Well, they grew up, got a degree, and now they are someone’s employee.
BACK THE BOYS ON BRAIN BUSTER
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.
DDTB - MAMELODI SUNDOWNS REJECTS BIDS FOR LUCAS
Is any single player bigger than the club? The 5 Drive team weighs in on the explosive drama rocking Chloorkop. Lucas Ribeiro Costa has unceremoniously walked out on Mamelodi Sundowns after the club blocked lucrative overseas moves, leading to a historic standoff involving sports law heavyweights.
A VERY DIFFICULT GREAT DIVIDE
The 5 Drive, the team tackles a "Great Divide" that is about as difficult as it gets. What started as a simple question quickly turns into a fierce studio showdown, with listeners chiming in from all corners of SA. If you love a good, unresolved argument that splits the room entirely down the middle, hit play right now.
DDTB - REFEREE OF THE YEAR EXCLUDED
The team unpacks the controversy surrounding a top referee being left out despite a standout season. Was the decision justified, or was one of the game's best officials unfairly overlooked?
THE FIRST SOCIAL MEDIA I HAD WAS
What was the first social media platform you ever used? The team takes a nostalgic trip back to the early days of social networking and asks listeners to share their first online platforms and memories of how it all started.
IGNORING WORK DURING OFFICIAL LEAVE
When you're officially on leave, do you completely switch off or stay available for work calls, emails, and messages? The team debates whether time off should mean total disconnection or if some work responsibilities still follow you out of the office.
BRINGING YOU THE BUILD TO THE FIFA WORLD CUP
We’re counting down to the FIFA World Cup! The team brings you all the excitement, build-up, and stories leading into the tournament, from the opening ceremony to the biggest talking points ahead of kickoff.
YOU KIND OF LOST ME IN THE END
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.
TOP 5 SPORTING MOMENTS
From unforgettable goals to historic victories, the team counts down the top 5 sporting moments that had everyone talking.
WE MIGHT NOT BE FRIENDS HERE
The team dives into the awkward reality of friendships that don’t quite click, and what makes people quietly step back from certain relationships.
BUILDING THE PERFECT WORLD CUP BRAAI
What makes the perfect World Cup braai? The team builds their ultimate match-day setup—from the food and drinks to the friends, vibe, and big-screen moments that turn game day into an event.
THE BURGER IS KIND OF WET
Ever ordered a burger and immediately thought, “This is kind of wet”? The team dives into food disappointments, from soggy buns to unexpected textures, and asks listeners what instantly ruins a meal for them.
NICK KEEPING ON THE LINE WITH ACCENTS
The team unpacks the humor, confusion, and chaos that comes with identity and accents on air.
STR THE FOUNDATION STORY
DDTB FIRST SIBLINGS TO PLAY FOR WORLD CUP TEAMS
The team unpacks the emotional, sporting, and family dynamics behind this rare moment in football, and what it means when national pride meets family ties.
ONE THING IN LIFE YOU SHOULD EXPERIENCE
If you had to choose just one thing everyone should experience in life, what would it be? The team shares their personal must-do experiences, from travel and food to milestones that change your perspective on life, while listeners add their own bucket-list moments.
I AM NOT ON YOUR SIDE OF THIS
I FELT SO UGLY ON WHO SAID THAT
The team reacts to honest, vulnerable moments around self-image and confidence after the phrase “I felt so ugly” sparks a deeper conversation.
BRUCE LEES FAVOURITE DRINK ON BRAIN BUSTER
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.
WE WOULD NEVER LEAV IT BLANK
JACOB ZUMA IS RAINING ON YOUR PARADE
WORDS WE ARE ADDING TO THE DICTIONARY
DDTB - REAL MADRID PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS
The race for the Real Madrid presidency is heating up. The team breaks down the latest developments in the club’s elections, what’s at stake for one of the biggest football institutions in the world, and how leadership decisions could shape the future of the club.
VAFA NARAGHI ON HIS PARENTS BEATING HIM
MY BICYCLE STORY I NEED TO TELL YOU
VAFA NARAGHI BRINGS UP EX IN THE GAME
DDTB - SUPER COMPUTER PREDICTS THE WORLD CUP
YOU KNOW THE RULES ON BRAIN BUSTER
JAY Z FREESTYLE
The 5 Drive team breaks down the genius of Shawn Carter.
5D WWD - GOGO ZAN
It's time for World Wide Dial!
5D YOUR FAMILY'S RUNNING JOKE
From legendary misunderstandings to that one embarrassing holiday story from 2012, every family has a running joke they refuse to let go of. The 5 Drive team looks at the funny, chaotic, and downright bizarre inside jokes that keep South African families laughing (and cringing).
5D AFTER SCHOOL IS AFTER SCHOOL
What happens when you ask kids to hum their favorite songs and try to guess what they are? Pure, hilarious chaos. Play along with the team on today's episode to see if you can crack the code of these adorable, energetic, and sometimes completely mysterious kid-hummed tracks!
YOU GUYS AREN'T LOYAL TO YOUR TEAMS
Are sports fans really loyal to their teams, or do they only stick around when things are going well? The team debates what true fan loyalty looks like and whether switching sides is ever justified.
TTC - IT'S THE TRAFFIC MAN
Nick Archibald on Tuesday Traffic Challenge!
DDTB - WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR BAFANA VISA ISSUES
Who should take responsibility for Bafana Bafana's World Cup visa drama? The team debates whether the blame lies with SAFA's administration, team management, or the system itself after the travel delays threatened to disrupt South Africa's World Cup preparations. Who should be held accountable when administrative errors affect the players and the country's reputation?
IF IT WASN'T FOR THIS I WOULD HAVE
What is that one thing that changed the course of your life? The team shares the moments, people, and opportunities that made all the difference, while listeners reflect on how their lives might have turned out if it wasn't for that one pivotal experience.
HE WANTS ME TO GO FOREVER
The team unpacks the complexities of love, rejection, and knowing when a relationship has truly run its course.
DIVINE INTERVENTION MOMENTS
Call it luck, call it a coincidence, or call it divine intervention—sometimes things just fall into place perfectly right when you need it most.
DDTB - BAFANA BAFANA WORLD CUP SQUAD ANNOUNCEMENT
The road to the 2026 World Cup just got real! In this edition of Don't Drop the Ball, the 5 Drive crew breaks down the highly anticipated Bafana Bafana squad announcement.
MY PARENTS TRIED TO TEACH ME OTHER LANGUAGES
Raising a multilingual child sounds great on paper, but the reality is usually pure chaos. In this segment, the 5 Drive team unpacks the struggle of growing up with parents who desperately tried to teach them other languages.
LUZANNE FOUCHE KYK WAT DOEN N BLAZER
From TikTok trend to a national anthem! The 5 Drive crew hangs out with Luzanne Fouché, the creator of the viral "Kyk wat doen ’n blazer" phenomenon that has the entire country hooked. Z
WE FOUND THE ULTRA COUPLE
The internet did its thing, and the mystery is officially solved! After launching a nationwide digital manhunt for a romantic mystery couple, the 5 Drive team has finally tracked them down. Zanele, Nick, and the crew connect with South Africa's favorite viral duo to find out who they are, the story behind the hype, and how it feels to have the entire 5FM family playing detective.
PARENTS WHO HAVE SOCIAL MEDIA ARE
They’re liking posts from three years ago, leaving comments in ALL CAPS, and misusing trending audio. The 5 Drive team is unpacking the ultimate digital hazard: parents on social media. Zanele, Nick, and the crew debate whether parents online are a wholesome addition to our feeds or an absolute, inescapable vibe killer.
DDTB - THE CAPE TOWN MARATHON
Running the Mother City! The 5 Drive team dives into the sweat, spirit, and spectacle of the Cape Town Marathon on DDTB.
TTC - THE BADDEST TRAFFIC
It's Tuesday Traffic Challenge with Nick!
GETTING MATCHING TATTOOS WITH YOUR PERSON
The 5 Drive team is opening up the floor to one of the biggest relationship gambles out there: getting matching ink with your partner. From cute, subtle symbols to bold names permanently stamped on skin, things get wild when listeners call in with their funniest, sweetest, and most regretful couple's tattoo stories.
CAN YOU GUESS THE AFRICAN COUNTRY DESCRIBED
We are testing SA’s geography skills in 'Can you guess the African country described?' Play along with the callers and see how many clues it takes for you to guess the right nation.
DELIBERATING ON THE USAGE OF WATER WITH CHANNEL AFRICA
From localized outages to broader continental shortages, our relationship with water has hit a critical tipping point. The crew links up with Channel Africa to look past the policy talk and unpack the real, everyday reality of water preservation.
DDTB - TOP 5 SPORTING MOMENTS
In this edition of Don't Drop the Ball (DDTB), the 5 Drive team takes on the impossible task of ranking the top 5 most iconic, unforgettable sporting moments in history.
GABRIELLE UNION BURIES ASHES OF FATHER IN SOUTH AFRICA
Hollywood royalty finds a deep, spiritual home in Mzansi. The 5 Drive team discusses global superstar Gabrielle Union’s incredibly moving journey to South Africa, where she laid her late father’s ashes to rest. The crew unpacks the deep emotional significance behind her choice, the beauty of ancestral connection, and why our beautiful country continues to hold a profound place in her h
WHEN DO WE GIVE OUT Q ON BRAIN BUSTER
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.
ZEE NXUMALO ON DREAMS WHILE YOU'RE STILL ALIVE
Amapiano prodigy and chart-topping star Zee Nxumalo joins the 5 Drive team for a powerful, eye-opening chat about manifestation and grabbing your dreams while you’re still alive to witness them. Fresh off her massive streaming milestones, Zee drops gems on her meteoric rise, staying grounded, and why being a little "delusional" about your goals is the ultimate superpower.
DDTB - 5DRIVE LEAGUE FEEDBACK
The 5Drive League drama unfolds on DDTB! The team reviews the latest round of matches, responds to fiery listener feedback, and reacts to the shifting leaderboard.
THE PLUG IN MY LIFE
We all have that one irreplaceable person in our circle who just gets things done. 🔌✨ Whether it’s the friend who always scores the VVIP event tickets, the colleague who fixes every IT crisis, or the family member who knows the absolute best spot for late-night street food—they are the ultimate "plug." In this segment, the 5 Drive team celebrates the people who make life smoother, chea
ZEE NXUMALO SPEAKS ON BEING SUPER AVOIDANT
Zee Nxumalo joins the 5 Drive team for a powerful, eye-opening chat about manifestation and grabbing your dreams while you’re still alive to witness them. Fresh off her massive streaming milestones, Zee drops gems on her meteoric rise, staying grounded, and why being a little "delusional" about your goals is the ultimate superpower.
RACHEL KOLISI WILL BE BACK STRONGER
The 5 Drive team rallies around Mzansi's favorite first lady of rugby as she navigates a massive season of personal transition.
WE SHOULD NOT KISS AS A GREETING
The awkward cheek graze, the accidental lip-lock, or the air-kiss that missed entirely—why are we still kissing as a greeting? The 5 Drive team unpacks the ultimate social minefield and debates why it’s time to officially retire the kiss hello in favor of personal space.
DDTB - MBEKEZELI MBOKAZI PLAYING WITH LIONEL MESSI
From South Africa straight to the pitch with the GOAT! The 5 Drive team catches up with football talent Mbekezeli Mbokazi for this edition of DDTB.
CHARMING ACCENTS THAT GET OUR ATTENTION
A simple "hello" hits completely differently depending on where it comes from. The 5 Drive team dives into the ultimate auditory attraction: accents! From the smooth, melodic rolls of the French to the sharp charm of the British, the crew breaks down the accents that instantly turn heads, melt hearts, and leave us completely weak at the knees.
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