Let's Get Lettered: The "D" Words
In the latest instalment of Let's Get Lettered, two listeners go head-to-head to figure out what these "D" words are to become the latest champion of the game.
SABC Disability 360: Prof Renata Schoeman (Is Our Attention Span Shrinking?)
Nearly half of adults believe their ability to focus has declined and in South Africa, those living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), estimated between 2.5% and 4.3%, face a perfect storm: an already under-recognised condition worsened by the unrelenting pull of screens. Prof Renata Schoeman, Head of the MBA in Healthcare Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about this learning disability and how we are living in what’s called the “attention economy,” with smartphones, TikTok, and gaming pulling us in all directions.
National Name Your Car Day: What Is Your Car's Name?
In celebration of Name Your Car Day, the team and listeners share what their car's name is and how it got its nickname.
Artscape Theatre Centre: Luke De Kock & Courtney Smith (Camissa Heritage Tour)
The acclaimed Camissa Heritage Tour, produced, directed and choreographed by Luke De Kock, features an intergenerational cast from communities across the Western Cape. This year the programme focuses on the World Premiere of WAT WAS HIE?, a site-specific film that retraces the entangled histories of colonialism, Indigenous erasure, and resistance in South Africa. He, along with Courtney Smith (a dancer in the show), sits down with Leigh-Anne Williams to chat about the show and what it means to be premiering it during Heritage Month.
Artscape Theatre Centre: Amber Abrahams & Chloe Loggenberg (The Youth Classical Concert)
The Youth Classical Concert formerly known as the Western Cape Youth Classical Music Festival is 54 years old this year. Amber Abrahams & Chloe Loggenberg, a flautist and opera singer for The Youth Classical Concert, sits down with Leigh-Anne Williams to share more about why they decided to join the orchestra, and the pair gives us a teaser as to what to expect from the show in the coming months.
Artscape Theatre Centre: Thokozile Ntshinga & Nosiphiwo Ndabeni (African Times)
Thokozile Ntshinga (Director) and Nosiphiwo Ndabeni (Actor) from the PDU birthday production African Times sits down with Leigh-Anne Williams to share more about how the show takes a hard look at South Africa’s democracy through the eyes of the Nkosi family.
Artscape Theatre Centre: Marlene Le Roux (How The Theatre Is Celebrating Heritage Month)
As a home for all inclusive of all arts genres from opera to pop, rock to hip-hop, orchestra to indigenous sounds, ballet, contemporary dance, drama and so much more, Leigh-Anne Williams chats to Marlene Le Roux, CEO of the Artscape Theatre Centre, about the incredible history of the theatre and what it means to Capetonians, especially in Heritage Month.
Man Breaks Up With Girlfriend Because She Doesn’t Believe In Dinosaurs
A 26-year-old man made headlines on social forums after breaking up with his girlfriend of six months over an irreconcilable clash in core beliefs—specifically, her rejection of evolution and the scientific age of the Earth. In his explanation, he said the breakup wasn’t about winning an argument—it was about long-term compatibility. He knew raising kids with conflicting worldviews on science, education, and critical thinking could lead to confusion and conflict.
Survivor SA's, Rob Bentele, Gets Voted Off First On "Survivor Australia: Australia Vs. The World", But Is Ready For A New Challenge
After being voted off first on Survivor Australia: Australia Vs. The World, Rob Bentele tells Leigh-Anne Williams about his experience on the show and how he predicted who would win the series from the very beginning. He shares more about taking on the next chapter of his life, which will be in the political world.
SABC Disability 360: Michelle De Goede (ComCare Trust)
Having a place to call home provides one with a sense of security and comfort. Sadly many people with psychiatric disabilities lack the capacity to manage independently in a home of their own. Living with one's family is not always possible and finding suitable accommodation can be a major stress for the person with a mental illness. Michelle De Goede, Director of ComCare Trust, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about what the organisation does and how people can get involved.
Casual Day 2025: Cheryl Beaton (Western Cape Cerebral Palsy Association)
Cheryl Beaton, Officer Administrator at the Western Cape Cerebral Palsy Association, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about Casual Day 2025, which takes place on Friday 5 September. She shares about this year's themeBeyond The Label: Embracing Unity Through Inclusion And Diversity, and how the organisation benefits from such an important initiative.
Warrior Woman: Ina Paarman (A Legacy At Every South African Table)
For more than four decades, Ina Paarman has been part of the rhythm of South African kitchens. From Sunday roasts to midweek suppers and celebratory feasts, her name has become synonymous with the flavours that bring families together. As we celebrate Heritage Month in South Africa, Leigh-Anne Williams chats to Paarman about her incredible journey in the culinary world where she started her business in a converted garage in 1982. She shares some insight into how she built her cooking range along with her husband and sons, and why she wouldn't be who she is without them.
Let's Get Lettered: The "C" Words
In the latest instalment of Let's Get Lettered, two contestants go head-to-head and see who knows their "C" words.
CEO Who Snatched Boy's Hat At US Open In Hot Water
The man who was caught on camera snatching a hat off a young boy at the US Open has said he made a "huge mistake" after footage of the incident went viral. Piotr Szczerek, a Polish chief executive of a paving firm, said he was "convinced" tennis star Kamil Majchrzak had been "passing his hat in my direction". Leigh-Anne Williams speaks about the saga, and it's the year for CEO's to be ousted, after Astronomer CEO Andy Byron, was caught having an affair at a Coldplay concert.
SABC Disability 360: Sarah Lange (Carel du Toit Centre)
The Carel du Toit Centre for Hearing Impaired Children has a rich history that began with Prof Carel du Toit, a dedicated Ear, Nose and Throat surgeon who recognised the importance of early intervention for deaf children to acquire spoken language. Sarah Lange, Head of Audiology at Carel du Toit Centre, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about their unique approach, which begins with early identification of hearing loss and the fitting of suitable hearing technology such as hearing aids or cochlear implants. She shares more about the services they provide and how people can get in touch with them.
Welcome To The Ninth Month Of The Year: September!
As the southern hemisphere ushers in spring, Leigh-Anne Williams shares some fun facts about our very special September babies.
Lordkez & Cassper Nyovest Turn Up The Heat On Highly Anticipated "Aweh Remix"
SAMA Award-winning R&B star Lordkez is turning up the heat with the release of the “Aweh Remix”, featuring Mzansi’s platinum-selling and culture shifter Hip Hop Cassper Nyovest. Leigh-Anne Williams chats with Lordkez about how Nyovest slide into her DM's on TikTok to collaborate with her and what to expect from her in the future.
Warrior Woman: Michelle Stanton (Veaudry International)
Michelle Stanton is the visionary force behind Veaudry International. A professional hairstylist by trade, Michelle combined her deep understanding of salon needs with entrepreneurial ambition to launch South Africa’s first tourmaline and ceramic technology hair styler—the now-iconic myStyler—in 2006. She chats to Michaela Muller, who stands in for Leigh-Anne Williams, about her extraordinary journey in the hair industry and shares some words of encouragement for entrepreneurs wanting to follow in her footsteps.
5 Second Rule: The Comeback Queen Edition
Leigh-Anne Williams and Delucia Daniels are in the hot seat, as Sandra Rosenberg tests the duo on their 5 Second Rule knowledge.
Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce Are Officially Engaged
Taylor Swift has entered her engaged era. Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce popped the question to the Grammy-award winning artist, the pair announced on Instagram on Tuesday. Michaela Muller, who stands in for Leigh-Anne Williams, chats with Sandra Rosenberg and Delucia Daniels about the newly engaged duo.
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