John Maytham speaks to Marcelle du Plessis, Mdzananda Animal Clinic Fundraising and Communications Executive, about the opening of the "Tots with Tails" creche in Khayelitsha, a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing the lives of puppies and kittens in need of temporary shelter while awaiting their forever homes. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

John Maytham speaks to Jon Cherry, Director at Cherryflava media about why some of the world is quite infuriated by the new Apple Ipad advert. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks Professor Terrence Kommal, an Extraordinary Professor at North West University. He is also a medical doctor and the CEO of Medical Expert Consulting Group - about the electoral impact the signing of the NHI will have 2 weeks before South Africans head to the polls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

John Maytham speaks to Dr Carla du Toit, Newton International Fellow at the University of Cambridge about her research into the Hadeda Ibis and testing for its ‘’sixth sense’’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to finance expert Maya Fischer about the options available when look for retirement homes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

There has been much furore ahead of todays signing of the NHI into law, with doctors even threatening to leave the country. What happens next? John Maytham speaks to Professor Alex Van den Heever, Chair of Social Security Systems Administration and Management Studies at WITS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

The latest research by the Centre for Social Development in Africa (CDSA), shows that voter choice is not based on only one factor but a combination of many complex and intersecting factors. Social attitudes, political beliefs, socio-economic issues and a desire for a better life are but some of the reasons for their party-political preferences. Jo…

John Maytham speaks to Fritz Malan, Executive at ENS in the Employment practice about what happens when an employee refuses to undergo a polygraph test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

South African non-profit organisation Orange Arts Project whose work is dedicated to introducing arts, crafts and image making to children and youth in foster homes across the Cape is doing a revamp, and a little help is needed from friends and supporters. John Maytham speaks to artists, Jill Trappler. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

John Maytham speaks to Dr Antoine Duval, an international sports law researcher and expert at the Asser Institute for International and European Law, based in the Hague. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

A number of Neighbourhood Watches and other civil society safety partners participated in a virtual dry run this weekend, to test the newly formed Civil Security Collaboration Initiative. The City hopes to better integrate NWs and other community safety structures into its intelligence sharing and gathering activities in times of crisis. John Mayth…

John Maytham speaks to Garden Route Disaster Management Fire Chief Deon Stoffels for an update on the latest rescue efforts from the George building disaster site. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to the ISS’s Gareth Newham about SAPS policing problems, including it’s capacity and intelligence and leadership breakdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to Thorsten Lettnin, United Airlines regional head about connecting Cape Town and the US, travel trends post covid and environmental sustainability programs in the pipeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Following the Department of Health announcing President Cyril Ramaphosa’s eminent signing of the NHI Bill, the South African Health Professionals Collaboration (SAHPC) – a national group of 9 medical, dental and allied healthcare practitioners’ associations representing more than 25,000 dedicated private and public sector healthcare workers, has ex…

Come 1 July, World rugby will see three new laws come into play. The amendments relate to offside from kicks in open play, the options available from a free-kick and removal of the practice of ‘crocodile rolling’ a player away from the tackle/ruck area, are aimed at promoting ball in flow and diversity of attacking options, while supporting player …

John Maytham speaks to Nick Clelland about his debut book, Good Hope – the book is about an alternative present-day Cape Town that is the capital of a new independent country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Eskom has backed out of talks to transfer its supply areas to the City of Cape Town. Talks had progressed to an advanced stage according to the City. John Maytham speaks to Mayor Geordin Hill Lewis See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Imagine not having access to water and when you do, even then that access is threatened. This is the plight of water poor communities in KZN, who are at the mercy of what is called the ‘water tanker mafias’’ who thrive when there is a shortage to water supply. John Maytham speaks to Robert Mashego, portfolio chair of water and sanitation. See omnys…

John Maytham speaks to Warrant officer Riaan Le Roux a member of SAPS K-9 unit, about the process of search, rescue and recovery operations the K-9 unit is involved in at the George collapsed building site. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

The BMW 7 series scooped ‘’Car of the Year’’ last Wednesday and raising the eyebrows of many petrolheads. With an eye watering price tag of 2.2 million – what makes this set of wheels the number one car in South Africa? John Maytham speaks to Janine van Der Post, SA Car of the Year judge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

The mother of missing child Joshlin Smith appeared in the Vredenburg Magistrates Court today. forensic tests and cellphone records of the accused were being analysed as part of the investigation. The matter has been postponed to 15 July for the State to continue its investigation. John Maytham speaks to EWN reporter Carlo Petersen. See omnystudio.c…

We don’t see much of the rifle wielding Malema these days, old Julius seems to have simmered down a bit. Has the elections campaign trail and various polls humbled him? John Maytham speaks to journalist Ferial Haffajee about the ‘’new’’ EFF leader. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Following Friday’s storm, parts of the Southern Hemisphere including parts of South Africa were treated to a spectacular sighting of the Southern Lights. John Maytham speaks to SANSA researcher Professor Martin Snow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

In the Constitutional Court, former President Jacob Zuma is continuing with his fight to remain on the ballot during the upcoming elections. John Maytham speaks to Bernadette Wicks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

According to Business For South Africa, Stage 1 load shedding will be achieved by the end of the year, and come next year, it's likely loadshedding will be a thing of the past. How? John Maytham speaks to James MacKay, Energy Council SA CEO & Business representative B4SA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Actor Gershwin Mias joins John Maytham to chat about what you can expect on Sunday when he will take over the playlist in another edition of #AnHourWith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Although ADHD is one of the most common developmental disorders, in children anyway, many people still hold on to outdated misconceptions and misinformation. John Maytham speaks to Professor Andre Venter ahead of his event ‘’Understanding ADHD’’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Listen to 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. On the list this week: The Chase by Emma Glass Long Island by Colm Toibin The Near North by Ivan Vladislavic See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

John Maytham speaks to political analyst Sanet Madonsela about why the DA does not seem to be on track with winning SA’s favor in light of the ANC’s dwindling popularity. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Our Burning Planet is the Daily Maverick section devoted to expert environmental opinion and analysis. We partner up each Friday on the Afternoon Drive to discuss a burning issue. Today John Maytham speaks to Professor Guy Midgely about the concern related to restoring Africa’s grasslands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

The DA’s ‘’burning flag’’ advert has dominated headlines this week – the decision by the public broadcaster not to flight the ad has been explained to ICASA in a letter. The points include concern the SABC unwilling to fuel outrage seen online caused by the advert. But is the SABC’s ban on the ad a violation of Freedom of expression? John Maytham s…

Guest: Thopi Mhloli | Standard Bank Head of Savings & Investment See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Guest: Luke Townsend, the professional officer for Music Services in the Library and Information Services and a professional musician Cape Town libraries are paying tribute to local musicians by memorializing their works as part of an oral history project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

John Maytham speaks to legal analyst Melusi Xulu ahead of tomorrow’s concourt hearing which will decide on the eligibility to contest elections by former president Jacob Zuma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Professor De Wet Swanepoel has penned a captivating piece in The Conversation about the challenges faced by hearing impaired individuals in Africa – but all hope is not lost! Professor Swanepoel together with WHO and the hearX Foundation are working to develop digital devices to test hearing loss. Who will benefit? Areas close to home like Khayelit…

John Maytham speaks to EWN Parliament correspondent, Lindsay Dentlinger about recent developments relating to the completion of parliaments reconstruction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to John Matthews, Chairman of Construction Alliance South Africa, about the investigation process which is followed, after incidents such as the collapsed building in George. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

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. The views expressed by John and Rebecca are editorial, the cont…

John Maytham speaks to Dr Imtiaz Sooliman of Gift of the Givers and Colin Deiner WC Disaster Management Chief about the latest updates from the collapsed building site in George. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to Political Analyst Richard Calland who’s turned playwright with The Brothers Number 1 And a Weekend Special at the Market Theatre. The production runs until 19 May. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to tech Analyst Arthur Goldstuck about the launch of Amazon in SA. How will consumers react? How will competitors keep up? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to Brandon De Kock, Director of Storytelling at Whyfive about whether the DA has burnt themselves with their latest advert depicting a burning South African flag. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Guest: Jenni Trethowan | Founder Baboon Matters See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to Jon Foster Pedley, Chair of British Chamber of Business Southern Africa about the importance of bringing about change in South Africa’s schooling system, in order to nurture entrepreneurship and contribute towards job creation in the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Guest: Laurentia Opperman | Master of Science in Medical Biosciences graduate | See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

John Maytham speaks to Executive mayor of George municipality, Leon Van Wyk for the latest update from the site of the building which collapsed on Monday. Six of the construction workers have suffered life threatening injuries after being trapped under the weight of concrete slabs for almost two days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

Mike Wills speaks to former Israeli cabinet advisor and negotiator Daniel Levy about Israels takeover of Rafah Crossing and the reality of a ceasefire agreement between Hamas and Israel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk

Mike Wills speaks to Shark expert about the laws around Great White Shark conservation A recent study has suggested that the Great white shark population in South Africa is stable. However there seems to be a bone of contention as research conducted by Sara Andreoti and her team suggest otherwise. The study in question suggested that the Great whit…

EWN’s senior political reporter Tshidi Madia has just touched down in Kwa Zulu Natal – one of the two battlegrounds for the ANC in the 2024 elections. President Ramaphosa is in KZN after concluding his Western Cape leg of the campaign trail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.CapeTalk