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Beyond Brain Tumours is a podcast by, for, and about the brain tumour community. Listen in as we talk to brain tumour survivors, patients, and caregivers as they share their stories and perspectives on brain tumour treatments, research, and survivorship. Learn more about Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada’s resources, programs, and services for people affected by a brain tumour. Visit www.BrainTumour.ca.
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Let's Talk About Brain Tumours

The Brain Tumour Charity

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Join us as we talk about all things brain tumours with those who have been diagnosed, their friends, parents, partners and children as well as with researchers, fundraisers and advocates. Find out how The Brain Tumour Charity is working to improve outcomes for those who are diagnosed with this unforgiving disease. Please Note: We recognise that everyone's experience's are unique. Our guests are sharing their own personal experiences of diagnosis, treatment and care. These may differ from you ...
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Aunty M Brain Tumours Talk Show - A podcast sharing inspiring stories of brain tumour survivors. Join our supportive community for heartfelt interviews, insights from medical experts, and empowering tales of resilience. Tune in, be inspired, and spread awareness on the path of brain tumour recovery. I’d love for you to join me on the podcast. If you have a story to share, advice to give, or just want to be part of the conversation, please reach out! Your voice could be the one that someone e ...
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Conversations

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Conversations draws you deeper into the life story of someone you may have heard about, but never met. Journey into their world, joining them on epic adventures to unfamiliar places, back in time to wild moments of history, and into their deepest memories, to be moved by personal stories of resilience and redemption. Hosted by Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski, Conversations is the ABC's most popular long-form interview program. Every day we explore the vast tapestry of human experience, wea ...
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Jamie Bartlett, host of the hit podcast The Missing Crypto queen, is back with another gripping, investigative serial. In his new series, Jamie tells the story of Megan Bhari, an inspirational 16 year old girl who in 2012 launches a charity to grant wishes to seriously ill children. The charity is called Believe in Magic and it attracts the support of the biggest boy band in the world: One Direction. Believe in Magic soon becomes a household name in the child cancer community, putting on par ...
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This series is based on the book, "Chasing Rainbows" Finding beauty in life's storms. Bi-Weekly interviews with the contributors of the book and special guests. Rachelle Van Ryssen lives with Multiple Sclerosis, a brain tumour and has survived cancer. She has compiled several stories of hope and is excited to share the encouraging, inspiring and miraculous with her viewers! If you are looking for stories that lift spirits and make your soul smile, than "Chasing Rainbows," is the Podcast for you!
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Beatson Talks

Beatson Cancer Charity

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A podcast designed to inform, support, and provide a platform for patients to share their stories, while also allowing staff to discuss the support available to cancer patients and their families. Hosted by Laura Boyd
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Alannah's Journey

lockybutler.com

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Alannah, a mother of three young children was diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2024, just weeks after giving birth to her third child. Her story is one of shock, courage and hope. It's a journey that Alannah never thought she would have to take. Determined and brave, she has shown unending resilience and a willingness to fight her illness under the excellent care of Professor Donncha O'Brien in Beaumont hospital, Dublin. This is her story. Produced by Locky Butler © Locky Butler 2025
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Life throws challenges our way—but what if those challenges are the key to our greatest strengths? How to be an icon is a podcast dedicated to transforming adversity into power. Each episode dives into real stories of resilience, expert insights on mental toughness, and practical strategies to help you rise above setbacks. Whether you’re facing personal struggles, professional roadblocks, or simply looking for inspiration, this podcast will equip you with the mindset and tools to not just su ...
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Princess R Lakshman, author, counsellor, life coach, and degree-qualified clinical nutritionist, speaks on different aspects of healing and recovery. These podcast episodes are inspired from the author’s life when she was healing and recovering from mental illness that began when she was battling with a brain tumour, adjusting to life as a single mother after a sudden marriage breakdown due to domestic violence, and facing rejection and disownment from family due to her choice to embrace Isl ...
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Welcome to this award-winning podcast series from the UK Parliament. In the series, writer and comedian Meera Syal guides you through the people and processes of the UK Parliament – what Parliament is, how Parliament scrutinises the work of the Government, and how you can get involved.In this politically impartial series, Meera is joined by staff from the House of Lords and the House of Commons, including Regional Outreach Officers, Clerks, Committee Specialists and Doorkeepers, who talk abo ...
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Jack Lawrence is best known for his TikTok videos, whereby he explores themes of philosophy, science and anything else that takes his fancy. In this podcast he dives deeper into these concepts, interviewing scientists, philosophers, and frankly anyone he thinks is interesting or funny.
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Bradley Coker has brunch with friends from all different walks of life. Grab a coffee (or a mimosa) and your favourite brunch dish while you are the fly on the wall, every Wednesday and Sunday at 11AM. Follow me on instagram @mrbradleycoker
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Rights Upfront

Chandy & Rights Upfront

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Welcome to the Rights Upfront Podcast, where every story finds a voice. Join us as we delve into the world of disability rights and inclusion, amplifying diverse voices and advocating for change. From personal experiences to expert insights, each episode explores the challenges, triumphs, and ongoing efforts to promote equality and accessibility for all. Whether you're passionate about disability rights or simply curious to learn more, tune in to be inspired, informed, and empowered. Join th ...
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Joanne and Krishn Makwana are a husband and wife team, nutritionists and wellness advocates on a quest to help others take control of their health through living better, eating well and moving more. Tune in for latest health and wellness news, guest interviews and great conversation about adopting a healthier lifestyle.
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Welcome to The Men’s Room with Tom Skinner and Neil 'Razor' Ruddock! A podcast about all things, you guessed it, men. Tackling the big topics with a huge line up of guests and plenty of laughs along the way. Let's get talking. Don't forget to get involved and be part of the discussion on social media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Dr Lucas Peter Lucas Neurosurgeon

Dr Lucas Peter Lucas Neurosurgeon

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Dr. Peter Geoffrey Lucas received his medical degree from the University of Queensland in 1998 before going on complete his surgical training at The Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane where he first developed his passion for neurosurgery.
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Talking Cod: a survivor’s guide to middle age

Phil Birchenall, David Eccles, Andy Hall

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Three northern blokes talk about midlife and growing old disgracefully: the kind of things you want to say, but rarely ever do. Hosts David Eccles, Phil Birchenall and Andy Hall explore how confronting life head-on - with all the crap it throws your way - makes you stronger, older, bolder and, of course, that little bit wiser. We’ll share our own experiences and talk to friends about life’s ups and downs, what’s worked, and what definitely didn’t. Frank, fearless, funny. Talking Cod.
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Editors at The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, in conversation with the journal’s authors, explore their latest research and its impact on people’s health, healthcare, and health policy. A monthly audio companion to the journal, this podcast covers a broad range of topics, from thyroid cancer to childhood obesity, the mechanisms of ageing to erectile dysfunction, and more.
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Joining John Maytham to unpack the significance of this new test for brain tumours, is Professor Girish Modi, Academic Head of Neurosciences in the School of Clinical Medicine at the University of the Witwatersrand. As a leading voice in neurology and neuroscience education, Prof. Modi helps us understand what this test means in a South African con…
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What would you do if you found out your health would only get worse with time? Matt Addis was in his early twenties, working a regular job in a call centre, when he received a life-changing diagnosis—a brain tumour that would gradually take his hearing. Having struggled with ear issues since childhood, he knew something was wrong, but nothing could…
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In this episode, we'll hear from four of our much-valued Involvement Champions : Rebecca, Oriana, Claire and Mark. We recorded their presentations to the whole organisation as they explained why they wanted to become key voices in the brain tumour community. (Trigger warning, they talk about diagnosis and mental health issues, and their stories are…
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Wendy Fulcher shares the story of losing her husband and soulmate John when he was just 52 to an aggressive stage 4 glioblastoma and how it led to her setting up a powerful, research charity. John was under the care of TV star Davina McCall’s consultant neurosurgeon Kevin O’Neill who we featured in our last episode. Kevin and Wendy set up the Brain…
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Welcome back, everyone! In this episode, our host Ben Seewald chats with Patrick, a Registered Nurse and a brain tumour survivor. Having just started nursing school, Patrick shared his experiences facing a brain tumour as a young adult and balancing care, recovery and coursework. Together, they discuss Patrick’s journey of strength and resilience a…
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Jamila’s craniopharyngioma had been growing for years, unbeknownst to her. In hindsight, it was her son who gave the first clue, when he stopped breastfeeding overnight at 11 months old. Today Jamila is an author, a broadcaster and the deputy managing director of Future Women, dedicated to achieving gender equity in Australian workplaces. A few yea…
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Cheng Lei's years in detention in China, on trumped-up espionage charges, go from cruel and isolating, to absurd and romantic when she gets moved from into a cell with three other women. The Chinese-Australian journalist was held in detention in China for more than three years, accused of selling state secrets to foreign people and powers. In episo…
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Denver van der Bergh joins John Maytham to share his extraordinary journey from the depths of addiction in the Cape Flats to the edge of the 2025 Comrades Marathon finish line. To mark five years of sobriety, Denver is undertaking a 1,680km run from Cape Town to Pietermaritzburg to raise funds for the Ramot Treatment Centre and inspire others battl…
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Stormers head coach John Dobson joins John Maytham to reflect on the team's season in the United Rugby Championship (URC). The conversation covered the team's performance during their UK tour, including a narrow loss to Ulster and the importance of upcoming home games in their playoff push. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk …
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Forensic and Clinical Psychologist Dr Giada Del Fabbro joins John Maytham to unpack Misophonia, a condition that causes every day sounds like chewing or throat clearing to provoke intense emotional reactions. The conversation is prompted by a heartfelt letter from a listener whose 11-year-old son is struggling with the condition. Presenter John May…
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Dr Lesley Ann Foster, founder and executive director of Masimanyane Women’s Rights International, joins John Maytham to unpack the Justice Department’s plan to open South Africa’s National Register for Sex Offenders to the public. The move, announced by Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi, aims to curb repeat offences and bolster the fight against gender-bas…
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To unpack the dangers around the “run it straight” game, John Maytham is joined by Ross Tucker, leading performance coach and sports scientist, who’s long warned of the dangers of unregulated contact sport. We speak to him about the biomechanics of injury, the social media pressures driving this phenomenon, and what can be done to protect participa…
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When journalist Cheng Lei was detained by Chinese state security agents, she thought would be freed within the week. Instead, she was held on absurd espionage charges for more than three years, much of that time spent in isolation. When Cheng Lei moved back to the country of her birth after the dramatic opening up of China to the world, she was a p…
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Joining us to unpack the development of China’s salt battery push, is Renesh Thakoordeen, Energy Storage Testbed Project Lead at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR). Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news couple…
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Joining John Maytham to unpack the latest twists in this saga is Karyn Maughan, senior legal journalist and investigative reporter with News24. She’s been covering the Zuma case closely for years and was even personally targeted in one of Zuma’s private prosecutions — a move courts later ruled unlawful. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author…
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John Maytham crosseslive to Thando Ngcobo, EWN reporter, who is at the Mmabatho Convention Centre. She brings us the latest from the service—what’s being said, who’s in attendance, and how the community is remembering one of its brightest stars - South African actor Presley Chweneyagae. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radi…
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John Maytham is joined by Mazibuko Jara, Director at Zabalaza Pathways, a veteran land activist and policy thinker to discuss the issue of just and equitable compensation sometimes being nil Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news cou…
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John Maytham is joined by Dr. Lerothodi Leeuw, a leading voice in the field and senior researcher with the South African Radio Astronomy Observatory (SARAO) and Research Associate at UNISA – to discuss whether Starlink is going to have an impact on the world’s most powerful radio telescope. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk …
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John Maytham speaks with investigative journalist Raymond Joseph from GroundUp about Minister Parks Tau’s controversial extension of Ithuba Holdings’ lottery contract. Despite two adverse court rulings and legal limits, the minister granted Ithuba another year to operate the National Lottery. Joseph breaks down the legal grey areas, the last-minute…
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Join host Laura Boyd in conversation with Erin Lavery and her dad, Daniel, as they reflect on Erin’s powerful story - from her diagnosis in August 2024 to the moment she rang the bell to mark the end of treatment. Erin first featured on Beatson Talks during Season 3 while she was still undergoing treatment. Now cancer free, she returns with her dad…
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In 2008 Nathan Dunne was night swimming in Hampstead Heath in the middle of winter when a psychological catastrophe struck him. He felt his sense of self split in two, and an unbearable pain overtook him. He couldn’t work out what had happened to him, and neither could the doctors. CW: This discussion contains sensitive mental health details and me…
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John Maytham speaks to seasoned cricket writer and analyst Neil Manthorpe to unpack Heinrich Klaasens retirement from international cricket... and so much more! Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in busine…
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Joining John Maytham is Carol Paton, Writer-at-Large with News24. Carol’s latest commentary asks the hard but necessary question: Where is the strategy on crime, Cyril? She explores how the country’s violent crime epidemic — now ranked second-highest in the world — is less a product of circumstance and more the result of systemic neglect, political…
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John Maytham speaks to Dr Brenda Kubheka-Chauke, a distinguished physician executive and bioethics scholar with Health IQ Consulting. She reflects on her own experience as a medical intern in light of the Medical intern’s death, and lays out a clear call for reform — not just in policy, but in mindset and leadership. Presenter John Maytham is an ac…
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Lieutenant General Storm Green discusses the Coldstream Guards' preparations for the 2025 King's Birthday Parade, highlighting the significance of their 375th anniversary and the meticulous rehearsals leading up to the Trooping the Colour ceremony. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His …
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Prof. Jonathan Jansen discusses the implications of the recent U.S. research funding freeze on South African universities. He examines the reasons behind the freeze, its immediate impact on ongoing research projects, and the broader consequences for the country's higher education sector. The conversation also explores potential strategies to mitiga…
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John Maytham is in conversation with Lance Del Monte, CEO of The Home Market NPC. Del Monte unpacks the systemic failures in South Africa’s affordable housing sector. He discusses the crushing weight of bureaucracy, infrastructure deadlocks, and the urgent need for reform. This episode is both a diagnosis and a passionate call for a new vision in h…
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Sahar Hashemi OBE reveals how her love of skinny lattes in '90s New York led to her giving up her career as a lawyer and starting Coffee Republic with her brother, Bobby. Sahar talks openly about the highs and lows of growing the business from the kitchen table to a £30 million empire with 110 American-style coffee bars, as well as the pain of leav…
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Mike Wills is joined by Nompilo Tshuma, Senior Lecturer and Researcher in Educational Technology and Higher Education Studies at Stellenbosch University, to unpack the double-edged sword of AI in academia. While powerful, these tools can lead students to blindly trust AI-generated content, bypass deep learning, and graduate with credentials but lit…
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Mike Wills is joined by Vincent Anthonyrajah, CEO and co-founder of Differential Capital, for a crash course in Bond Market 101 — and why global investors are suddenly jittery. With Trump back in the headlines and Republican fiscal plans adding trillions to U.S. debt, markets are reacting with rising interest rates, slower growth forecasts, and a g…
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Lesley Maasdorp joins Mike Wills to chat about what you can expect on Sunday when he will take over the playlist in another edition of #AnHourWith. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, tr…
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Listen to Mike Will’ book reviews and share his passion for all things literary. From fiction to non-fiction, Mike reads and reviews a range of books that would sit well on your reading list. BERLIN by Sinclair McKay: Life and Loss in the City that Shaped the Century Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and season…
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Freelance journalist and data expert Raymond Joseph joins Mike Wills to unpack the long-awaited awarding of South Africa’s fourth national lottery licence to Sizekhaya Holdings. With Ithuba Holdings stepping down after a decade, this transition marks a significant shift in the country’s multibillion-rand lottery industry Presenter John Maytham is a…
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Quinton Adams has been building informal houses in Freedom Farm, Cape Town for 15 years. He joins Mike Wills to share the story behind The Backyard Varsity – a bold and unconventional skills training programme that equips young people with practical construction and leadership skills while restoring dignity through decent housing. With more than 50…
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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. This week, we are joined by Daily Maverick writer, Kristin Engel to discuss the replanting of trees in Cape Town’s Newlands, after a devastating beetle infestation. Prese…
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Mike Wills is joined by Gordon Banks, Principal Animal Behaviourist at Dogtown South Africa. He’ll unpack the psychology behind why some dog owners don’t pick up their dog poo, and what can be done to fix it. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and inte…
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As the Stormers gear up for their United Rugby Championship quarterfinal clash against Glasgow Warriors this Friday, head coach John Dobson joins John Maytham to break down the team’s preparations, key tactical focuses, and how they plan to handle the pressure of a knockout fixture in front of a tough away crowd. Presenter John Maytham is an actor …
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Kadiatu Kanneh-Mason on what it takes to keep up with her seven children — all of them gifted classical musicians (R). Kadiatu is a former English academic and the mother of seven extraordinary children. All of them are gifted classical musicians. Her eldest daughter, Isata wrote and performed her first piano concerto at the age of eleven. Her son …
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To unpack the details from court and what this sentencing of the Joshlin Smith case means moving forward, John Maytham is joined now by EWN reporter Carlo Peterson, who has been following the trial closely Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and interna…
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John Maytham is joined by Jan Carlo De Vynck, Honorary Researcher at WITS and lead author of a groundbreaking study, to explore the discovery of South Africa’s first pangolin tracks. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled wit…
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In this conversation with John Maytham, acclaimed author and international human rights lawyer Philippe Sands discusses his latest book, 38 Londres Street. Blending personal memoir with legal and historical investigation, Sands unpacks a haunting dual narrative of mass murder and justice. From the shadows of World War II to modern-day crimes agains…
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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. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio…
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Are we mistaking sleep deprivation for ADHD? John Maytham is joined by Dr. Alison Bentley from the Restonic Ezintsha Sleep Clinic to explore growing concerns that many teenagers diagnosed with ADHD may actually be suffering from chronic lack of sleep. With packed schedules, late-night screen exposure, and early school start times, teens are more sl…
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The Irish novelist has always been open to where life can unexpectedly take him, and the excitement that comes with that kind of freedom. Colm Toibin's first big move was from rural Ireland to Dublin after his father died when he was young. Then, it was off to experience the wild hedonism and sexual liberation of post-Franco Spain, a pleasant shock…
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John Maytham is joined by Deon Van Schalkwyk, founder and CEO of Nucleus Financial Services, to explore Souperkids — a month-long road trip turned soulful mission. Deon and his daughter India have set off on a six-week 4x4 journey across Southern Africa, armed with soup pots, compassion, and a camera. Their goal? To serve hot meals and share human …
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John Maytham speaks with Ajay Lalu, Managing Director of Black Lite Consulting, about a heated debate around transformation policy in South Africa. At the centre of the discussion is Communications Minister Solly Malatsi’s proposal to allow Equity Equivalent Investment Programmes (EEIPs) as a path to BEE compliance for electronic communications lic…
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John Maytham is joined by Dr Ross Harvey, mining analyst and Chief Research Officer at Good Governance Africa, to unpack the storm brewing over the draft amendments to the Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act (MPRDA). Speaking at the Junior Mining Indaba, critics slammed the bill as a throwback to the controversial 2017 “Zwane Bill”, ac…
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John Maytham is joined by Professor Debbie Collier, Director at the Centre for Transformative Regulation of Work at the University of the Western Cape, to discuss the exploitation of app-based Sub-Saharan African drivers Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of lo…
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Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis joins John Maytham to discuss the expanded rates relief measures tabled at the City Council. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. T…
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John Maytham is joined by Commissioner Aseza Arthur Gungubele, Eastern Cape representative of the South African Human Rights Commission, to unpack the root causes behind the recent surge in xenophobic tensions in Addo. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of loca…
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