Guest: Babalo Ndenze Reporter with EWN See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Guest: Prof. Bheki Mngomezulu See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Neesa Moodley writes for Daily Maverick and joins John now to speak on her experience shopping through the Temu app See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Caitlyn Lattimer, with a background in law and specialization in children's rights, underscores the significance of Joshlin Smith's disappearance as a stark example of how viewing children as property rather than individuals with inherent rights leads to dire consequences See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Dr. Tracy Ledger stresses the urgent need to boost electricity generation by 35% to 50% for economic growth, favoring rapid deployment of solar PV over nuclear due to shorter construction times and lower costs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Philip Lymbery is the CEO of the international farmed animal welfare organization, Compassion in World Farming and joins John Maytham to speak on the excellent work done by their organization and Philip as an individual. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Sports Correspondent and Commentator Firdose Moonda joins John to break down the recent announcement of the T20 World Cup 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Chris Yelland, EE Business Intelligence's Managing Director, breaks down Eskom's power cut reduction and forecasts for the winter months. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Professor Koos Malan, a renowned expert in Public Law at The University of Pretoria, joins the discussion on the recent Electoral Court judgment concerning former president Jacob Zuma's eligibility to stand as a candidate for the National Assembly. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Award-winning journalist Jonathan Ancer, known for his work at The Star and as a features writer, celebrates the release of his sixth book, 'Bullsh*t.' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Andrew Gilder, Director of Climate Legal and legal advisor during the drafting of the Climate Change Bill, sheds light on its recent endorsement by all nine provinces through the National Council of Provinces, while delving into the bill's purpose and the intricacies of its drafting process. Now, it eagerly awaits the President's signature. See omn…

Arthur Goldstruck, the Author of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to AI" and Founder of World Wide Worx delves into the e-retail marketing strategies of Temu, emphasizing their savvy use of consumer psychology to drive engagement and purchases. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Table Mountain National Park Manager Megan Taplin joins John to answer a listener question, ‘Do we need to extinguish this fire, or rather monitor it to prevent a risk to life and infrastructure?’ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

News 24 Motor Journalist Janine Van Der Post sheds light on the competitive landscape of South Africa's bakkie market, emphasizing the enduring popularity of the Toyota Hilux and the emerging alternatives such as the Isuzu D-Max. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Mbalizethu Khumalo invites listener support for the endeavours of 'Young Urban Women' and their mission to empower Orange Farm residents, particularly through the establishment of a vocational school. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Guest: John Dobson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Carol Paton joins John from News 24 to delve into the intricate web of corruption surrounding Blade Nzimande and his associates, focusing specifically on the alleged looting of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Kerrie Lee Oliver, a Senior Associate in Employment Law at ENS, discusses the recent ruling by the Labour Appeal Court in the case of Bernadette Enever v Barloworld Equipment South Africa that found that a zero-tolerance policy for cannabis in the workplace violates privacy rights and constitutes unfair discrimination. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

Jenni Irish-Qhobosheane, a researcher at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organised Crime, sheds light on the escalating issue of extortion in South Africa in her report titled "The Shadow Economy: Uncovering Cape Town’s Extortion Networks." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Alex Landsdowne, Deputy Chairperson of the Water Quality in Wetlands and Waterways Advisory Committee joins John to highlight the significance of the newly established Permit Advisory Forum (PAF) for monitoring compliance with marine outfall discharge permits in Cape Town See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Hedley Twidle joins John in studio to celebrate the launch of his new essay collection, "Show Me the Place," delving into themes of utopia and human aspiration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Andrew Thompson discusses the potential benefits for travellers with the introduction of Norse Atlantic Airways, highlighting the increased options and potentially lower fares for customers flying between London and Cape Town on a seasonal basis starting in October. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

The CT Big Band, under the leadership of Director Assoc Prof Amanda Tiffin, is participating in the global celebration of International Jazz Day on April 30, designated by UNESCO. https://baxter.uct.ac.za/events/2024-uct-big-band-concert See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

EWN's Alpha Ramushwana joins John to describe the outcomes of Eskom's State of the System and Winter Outlook Media Briefing held today to offer public insight into the company's operational performance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Dr. Megan Klabunde, the driving force behind a ground-breaking study on the effect of childhood trauma on the brain at the University of Essex, emphasized AI's crucial potential in revealing alterations in brain development. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Estelle Ellis, a Senior Journalist at The Daily Maverick, sheds light on the SA Human Rights Commission's investigation into the Enyobeni tavern tragedy in Scenery Park, East London See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Listen to CapeTalk's John Maytham's weekly book reviews and share his passion for all things literary. From fiction to non-fiction, John reads and reviews a range of books that would sit well on your reading list. FICTION You Are Here by David Nicholls, Lone Wolf by Gregg Hurwitz NON-FICTION Shakespeare's Sisters: How Women Wrote the Renaissance by…

Dr. Shaheem de Vries, the inspiring new CEO of Groote Schuur Hospital, discusses his approach to challenges optimistically, prioritizing collaboration and resource optimization amidst budget constraints. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Tiara Walters delves into the secrecy surrounding Antarctic Treaty talks, the potential threat of a bird flu outbreak, and the challenges scientists face in addressing environmental threats in Antarctica. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Heinrich Martin, Director of Rugby at Milnerton High School, proudly shares insights into the team's rugby program, highlighting their recent triumphs and emphasising the values of pride and hard work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Dr. Tom Bishop from Cardiff University reveals that ants' main defence against extreme temperatures is inactivity in their nests, jeopardizing their foraging for food and putting them at risk. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Acclaimed South African journalist Crystal Orderson discusses the recent approval by the British parliament of plans to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda, marking the resolution of a lengthy deadlock between the lower and upper chambers regarding the policy's legality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Associate Professor Helen Kruuse shares insights on the concerns raised by Shamila Batohi, head of the NPA, regarding the "Stalingrad tactic" employed by accused criminals to prolong trials, emphasizing its impact on the rule of law in South Africa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Michael Ratcliffe, Chairman of Stellenbosch Wine Routes, joins John to discuss the tree planting campaign launched by wineries in Stellenbosch following a recent devastating storm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Lisa Vetten, a Research Associate at Wits Institute for Social Economic Research (Wiser), discusses the Supreme Court of Appeal's decision to overturn the acquittal of former paramedic Loyiso Coko, who was initially found not guilty of rape by the High Court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

A weekly conversation with Rebecca Davis covering the subjects that created a stir in the news and in social media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

In a conversation about his latest work, "A Calamity of Souls," David Baldacci, the celebrated #1 bestselling author, offers insights into the narrative's genesis and themes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Stormers boss John Dobson joins us to discuss the rare home loss to Ospreys in the United Rugby Championship this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Political analyst Sandile Swana considers the MK Party's manifesto recently published to outline the MK Party’s vision and priorities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

The music guru Sean Brokensha joins John for a conversation about Taylor Swift's new album, "The Tortured Poets Department," which set a record with 300 million streams on Spotify in one day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

JP Smith is the Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security and he joins us now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Nils Braatvedt, an Executive at ENS specializing in Employment Law, provides essential insights on navigating criminal records in hiring, following the Labour Court's recent ruling in O'Connor v LexisNexis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Arthur Goldstuck, CEO of World Wide Worx, shares insights from the newly released study, The South African Generative AI Roadmap 2024, in partnership with Dell Technologies and Intel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Hylton Tannenbaum, Writer, Co - Director and Executive Producer of "Just Now Jeffrey," announces the film's release on May 3rd, underscoring its origins in 1980s South Africa and its themes of adolescence and friendship. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Jan Vermeulen, Editor in Large at MyBroadband, delves into META's rollout of WhatsApp's AI assistant in South Africa, discussing its implications and privacy concerns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Guest: Odette Curtis-Scott See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Basil manuel NAPTOSA See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Guest: Geoff Maputa See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Professor Steven Boykey Sidley from Johannesburg Business School at the University of Johannesburg’s recent piece in Daily maverick asked how much money will it take to make you happy? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Vaccination rates tumble- According to the City Health Department they have recorded a 16% year-on-year decline in follow up immunisations of kids younger than 12 months. Prof Lyndon Myer from UCT School of public health is our guest See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk