The Morning Show

TV and film 2021

The Morning Show with Leigh-Anne Williams The Morning Show is all about bringing you the latest and the greatest in entertainment, information and the best music to keep you going in the office, at home or on your mid-morning drives. show aims to empower, educate, inform and entertain. Hosted by the sensational Leigh-Anne Williams, this all-female show aims to empower, educate, inform and tackle important issues relating to women and men’s health, managing finances, gender inequality and the promoting and uplifting of women empowerment. They pride themselves on delivering high quality and engaging content, something that any client can leverage to boost the distribution of their brand’s message. They will go out of their way to surpass expectations. Presenter: Leigh-Anne Williams News & Traffic: Sandra Rosenberg Producer: Delucia Daniels

Warrior Woman Awards Interview with Dr Shirley Zinn

Leigh-Anne speaks with  Dr. Shirley Zinn who previously won Woman in Business Dr. Shirley Zinn is a renowned South African business leader, author, and advocate for education and transformation. Born on the Cape Flats, she began her career as a teacher before rising to senior HR roles at Woolworths Holdings, Standard Bank, Nedbank, SARS, and Reckitt. She now serves on several major boards, including Sanlam, SpurCorp, and Spar Group, and is Chairperson of the V&A Waterfront and WESGRO. A Harvard graduate with a Doctorate in Education, Dr. Zinn is the author of the best-selling autobiography “Swimming Upstream” and co-author of “The Power of Visualisation.”  

08:48

Interview with Donnay Brown & Megan Jacobs

Leigh-Anne speaks with mammographer Donnay Brown about Mammogram procedure, Breast ultrasound, Screening frequency and breast cancer survivor Megan Jacobs and her journey.

11:58

Interview with Consultant Breast Imaging Specialist, Dr. Leora Sweidan

Leigh Anne Williams speaks to Consultant Breast Imaging Specialist, Dr. Leora Sweidan, about the importance of early detection, understanding breast density and effective communication of results and recommendations.

10:28

Good Hope FM ‘Warrior Woman Awards’ Joins Forces With WomenIn Festival 2025

Leigh-Anne Williams spoke with Nazlee Fredericks, the WomenIN Portfolio Director, to announce the partnership between the Good Hope FM Warrior Awards and the WomenIN Festival.

13:39

Wellness Wednesday with Emma King

Leigh-Anne talks to Dr. Emma King, who is an independent oral hygienist based in South Africa.    Dr. King offers teeth whitening services, and all proceeds from her business, The Toothfairy, are donated to the Thomas Jackson Foundation, which supports her animal sanctuary for rescued cats.

10:41

Make It Make Sense: Matcha, Turning Down The Radio To Find Your Destination & Opening The Fridge Just To See What's Inside

There are lots things that don't make sense. Like matcha. Is it really as good as they say or is it a gimmick? The team and listeners share some of the things that we do that doesn't make sense. 

17:14

Warrior Woman: Mushfiqoh Samodien

As a recognized leader in the tech space, Mushfiqoh Samodien, Business Director at Aspire Solutions, has been awarded multiple accolades, including the Standard Bank Top Woman in Tech Award. She’s passionate about breaking barriers for women in the tech industry and advocates for gender empowerment through her work at Aspire. Her story, which she shares with Leigh-Anne Williams, offers a fresh perspective on the challenges and triumphs of women leaders in a traditionally male-dominated field.  

09:30

Wellness Wednesday: Vanessa Ascencao (Heavy Periods – The Hidden Health Crisis Affecting Millions Of SA Women)

Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) affects millions of South African women, disrupting their health, quality of life and productivity - but remains underreported and underdiagnosed due to stigma and limited healthcare access. Vanessa Ascencao, Nutritional Consultant and Wellness Expert, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about why HMB is a hidden crisis, how you can tell if your period is too heavy and what practical steps women can take to help them through their menstrual cycles.

11:37

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. 

05:55

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.

10:28

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. 

13:13

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. 

10:21

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. 

07:25

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. 

09:50

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. 

10:34

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.

12:12

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. 

09:06

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. 

12:48

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.     

06:13

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. 

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