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A fun and fearless music show dedicated to uplifting the next generation of creative thinkers. Love, sex, mental health, artistic development, pressing questions, comedy and more – nothing and no one is too weird… and no topic is off limits!
5AH NIGHTCAP CHATS VANESSA PADI
Nightcap Chats featured a profile interview with content creator and YouTuber Vanessa Padi. The conversation explored her journey in the digital content space, touching on wellness, fashion, personal growth, and the realities of building a brand online. The interview offered listeners an opportunity to get to know the person behind the platform through a candid discussion about career, creativity, and life beyond social media.
5AH UNCENSORED - DR FICK
We had an in-depth conversation with Dr Fick, unpacking recent developments in HIV prevention research in South Africa. The discussion focused on Lenacapavir and its potential to transform HIV prevention efforts, particularly among young people and other high-risk groups. Dr Fick broke down how the treatment works, its significance within ongoing clinical research, and the potential impact it could have on reducing new HIV infections and advancing public health outcomes in South Africa.
5AH UNCENSORED - TEBOGO SELEBI
In celebration of Youth Month, Uncensored featured a conversation with entrepreneur and business leader Tebogo Selebi. Drawing from his background in accounting and his journey of building multiple successful ventures, Selebi shared insights into entrepreneurship, business growth, and strategic thinking. As the founder of Idayimani, he also reflected on the importance of innovation, resilience, and creating opportunities for young people looking to establish themselves in business and beyond.
5AH VOICE SWAP
Voice Swap challenged listeners to identify Gabriela by Gabriela after its lyrics were reimagined as a dark horror scene. While the lyrics remained unchanged, the delivery was transformed into a tense and suspenseful performance, testing listeners’ lyrical knowledge and ability to recognise the song through an entirely different mood and storytelling style.
5AH TRY IT TOMORROW - DJ
Try It Tomorrow kicked off a new listener-driven challenge that tasked Boipelo with learning how to DJ and performing a live set on air later in the week. Having no prior DJing experience, she enlisted the help of DJ Tshepi from Piano Plug to guide her through the process. The feature followed the beginning of her journey as she sought mentorship, advice, and the foundational skills needed to take on the challenge successful
5AH UNCENSORED - FRIENDS WITH EX SEX
Uncensored explored the question of whether a romantic relationship can survive when one partner maintains a friendship with someone they have a sexual history with. Inspired by a personal experience shared by the host, the discussion invited listeners to share their views and experiences, unpacking themes of trust, boundaries, insecurity, and respect within modern relationships.
5AH BEST FRIENDS DAY
In celebration of National Best Friends Day, the 5 After Hours Roll Call created a heartfelt surprise by connecting two best friends on air. One friend shared a touching tribute, expressing her appreciation and gratitude for the unwavering support and friendship she had received over the years, unaware that her best friend was listening in. The feature culminated in an emotional exchange as the surprise was revealed, highlighting the value of meaningful friendships.
5AH VOICE SWAP -LORDE
On Voice Swap we celebrated the 13th anniversary of Royals” by Lorde, with a throwback edition of the feature. Listeners were challenged to identify the original song as its lyrics were performed in a completely different style, testing their lyrical knowledge while paying tribute to one of the decade’s most iconic hits by Lorde.
5AH FAIR OR FOUL
Fair or Foul unpacked a workplace dilemma involving a domestic worker who was told by one of her employers that she was not permitted to eat food from the household and would need to bring her own lunch. The discussion explored whether the expectation was reasonable given the nature of domestic work and the financial realities many workers face, with listeners weighing in on whether the family’s stance was fair or foul.
5AH TRY IT TOMORROW - GO KARTING
Try It Tomorrow saw Boipelo take on a listener- issued challenge to compete against a professional go-kart racer on the track. The feature followed her attempt to test her driving skills against an experienced competitor, delivering a fun and competitive challenge that pushed her out of her comfort zone.
5AH FAIR OF FOUL - CLOSE COUSINS
Fair or Foul unpacked a complex family dilemma brought in by a listener involving his close cousins. The discussion centered on a situation where his female cousin disapproved and disowned her brother after he came out as gay, despite previously having no issues with her straight cousin, who raised concerns about her inconsistent reaction. The conversation explored questions of loyalty, perceived hypocrisy, and whether her response reflected genuine beliefs or conditional allyship, with listeners invited to weigh in on whether her stance was fair or foul.
5AH UNCENSORED - THEMBANI MANTSENA
Uncensored featured a conversation with resident relationship counsellor Thembani Mantsena, focusing on love languages and their impact on romantic relationships. The discussion explored whether relationships can survive when partners have different love languages, and unpacked how understanding, communication, and emotional awareness play a role in sustaining connection and compatibility between partners.
5AH UNCENSORED - NOMALANGA NGWENYA
Uncensored marked International Sex Workers’ Day with a conversation featuring Nomalanga Ngwenya from Sonke Gender Justice. The discussion explored the significance of the day, the rights of sex workers, and the social and legal realities they face in South Africa. The conversation also challenged common misconceptions and stigma surrounding sex work, while highlighting the importance of human rights, dignity, safety, and access to support and protection for sex workers.
5AH UNCENSORED - ZANELE MODIBA
We featured a conversation with marketing exec and leadership speaker Zanele Modiba, exploring the value of mentorship in personal and professional growth. The discussion unpacked how to identify the right mentor, the importance of alignment in mentor-mentee relationships, and the qualities that contribute to a meaningful and impactful mentorship journey.
5AH VOICE SWAP - BILLY
Voice Swap featured a creative music guessing segment where Billie Eilish lyrics were reimagined in a musical theatre style performance. The feature challenged listeners to identify the original song based on altered delivery and theatrical interpretation, testing their lyrical knowledge while blending familiar lyrics with a completely different vocal and performance vibe.
5AH TRY IT TOMORROW - ICE PLUNGE CHALLENGE
Try It Tomorrow saw Boipelo take on a listener-chosen challenge to complete an ice plunge during the winter season. The challenge required staying submerged for between 30 seconds and 1 minute, and after two attempts—first lasting 28 seconds and the second 48 seconds—she successfully completed just under a full minute in total, pushing through the intense cold with a humorous twist.
5AH NIGHTCAP CHATS - JESSICA NTOTO
Nightcap Chats featured a profile interview with content creator Jessica Ntoto. The conversation explored her journey in the digital content space, unpacking how she builds and maintains brand relationships, her approach to relatability with her audience, and the strategy behind her growth and positioning within the industry.
5AH UNCENSORED - INTIMACY
Uncensored explored the connection between physical wellness and sexual intimacy in relationships. Joined by fitness and wellness coach Themba Iker, the conversation unpacked how eating habits, fitness levels, and overall well-being can impact intimacy, confidence, and connection between partners, while also discussing ways to improve and maintain a healthier balance.
5AH Uncensored
On Uncensored we unpacked how childhood trauma can resurface in adult relationships. The conversation explored how unresolved experiences from childhood often show up in romantic connections, communication patterns, and emotional responses in adulthood. Listeners engaged in a deep and reflective discussion around healing, awareness, and how past wounds can quietly shape present-day relationships.
5AH VOICE SWAP
The Voice Swap feature took a new banger by Nanette titled “Baggage” and reimagined it in an unexpected way by transforming its sound into a children’s fairy tale-style narration. The segment played with tone and storytelling, creating a playful and imaginative twist on the original song and offering listeners a fresh, creative listening experience in the final hour of the show.
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