Best Pick N Mix Podcasts (2026)

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S9E1 3:04:00

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6d ago3:04:00

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S9E1 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 1 January 2026 at 19h00 on Bulldogs Radio. This was a celebration of the start of 2026. I don't know how your 2025 was; mine wasn't great. Quite happy to see the back of it and we've got a whole new season of The Story Rock and Roll Radio Show. Season 9 kicked off right here. S9E1 still had…

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Lazy Code: Science of Simulation 39:10

9d ago39:10

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Lazy Coders! Nothing says festive like an existential crisis. This month, join Dan, Leon, and Halina as they take you on a tour through brains bigger than their own, diving into breakthrough thought experiments, full-on quantum particle weirdness, and the increasingly obvious proof that humanity is already speed-walking along the simulation track.…

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E52 3:00:39

13d ago3:00:39

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S8E52 went out live from The Story of Rock and Roll studio on Myoli Beach on 25 December 2025 at 19h00 on Bulldogs Radio. This is the first show exclusive to Bulldogs Radio after the closing of Rebel Rock Radio. It's also a show that celebrates Christmas and all the albums of 2025 as we close out Season 8 of TSORR for 2015. I would like to thank al…

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TNS Return of the Riffs #30- Hoodwinked (2005) (A TNS Christmas Special) 1:24:36

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This week on Thoughts and Shots, join Devin, Shelby, and a special guest Shelby Monaghan-Coombes as they dive into the hilariously chaotic world of the 2005 animated comedy, Hoodwinked! Expect a wild ride filled with unexpected twists, as the crew tackles everything from seasonal sips to the absurdities of fairy tale characters. They’ll be taste-te…

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Crash Test Cadaver: Mary Roach and the Interstellar Garbage Collectors 1:04:29

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Mary Roach is a bestselling science writer and explorer of the the odd corners of science that most people wouldn’t dare to investigate. Cadavers, sex labs, space junk, you name it. Her new book, Replaceable You, takes that curiosity inside the body itself, exploring the world of prosthetics, organ printing, regenerative medicine, and the scientist…

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E51 3:00:05

20d ago3:00:05

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S8E50 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 18 December 2025 at 19h00 on Rebel Rock Radio and Bulldogs Radio. This show marks the 8th anniversary of The Story of Rock and Roll radio show, and it is basically 'the story of' The Story of Rock and Roll. It was a lot of fun and covered major world and musical events. I had to try to cra…

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Which area in Gauteng has the best tap water? 1:23

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie put their science hats on and did an experiment. To determine which area has the best tap water, the team will taste-test various "flavours" from various regions. Show page…

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Robbie Wessels tries our DIY Tempo chocolate 1:07

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. This year, Rob and Roz have made it their mission to find replacements for various discontinued snacks. Producer Wayne found a recipe, added his tweaks, and the team got to test it out. We even got Robbie Wessels to taste the …

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Can you guess what the Drive team are singing? 0:56

20d ago0:56

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. Remember when Rob Forbes, Rozanne McKenzie, and Joe Mann covered popular songs in different languages? Well, in 2025, we took it one step further. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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Man makes shocking discovery after answering mystery call 1:43

20d ago1:43

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie receive numerous messages on the Jacaranda FM WhatsApp line every day, and sometimes they are pretty interesting. On a random Tuesday, they spotted a message that was so curious, they had to cal…

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What is the best leftover food according to science? 1:33

20d ago1:33

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. From pizza to gebraaide vleis, is there one dish that holds up 12 to 24 hours later? Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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369 - CRASH magazine Christmas Special 2:19:55

23d ago2:19:55

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Kingy is joined by Almac and Drisky as they cover the games in Newsfield's incredibly popular ZX Spectrum magazine, CRASH. CRASH at this time of year always had a bumper edition Christmas special and it is with issue 12 (Dec '84/Jan '85) that the lads celebrate the games that were reviewed. Games featured in episode: Astronut - Software Projects Ba…

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Café del Weirdo: The Mysteries of the Thames Garnets & Baba Yaga 53:33

26d ago53:33

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Today’s episode is a two-for-one feast of mystery. First, the curious gems that keep washing up on the river Thames. What are they? Who put them there? And why? Historian Ellery Weil joins Café del Weirdo to dig into the leading theories and the world of Thames mudlarks. Next, we slip into the shadowy woods to visit Baba Yaga, the legendary Slavic …

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E50 3:01:59

27d ago3:01:59

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S8E50 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 11 December 2025 at 19h00 on Rebel Rock Radio and Bulldogs Radio. The show is jam-packed with new music and a lot of classics. The Diabolical Challenge featured four Australian albums and was more diabolical than ever, see what you think. The Running Order of Artists Featured: Scorpions, A…

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How to make your own Fresca drink! 1:21

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. The Drive team once asked Jacaranda FM listeners what discontinued snacks and drinks they miss the most, and Fresca was by far the winner. Although you can't find Fresca at your local grocery store anymore, there might be a so…

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Santa Claus is using a special SA plane for his deliveries 4:33

29d ago4:33

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Santa has officially chosen FlySafair as his wingman this festive season - and he's swapped his traditional sleigh for something a little speedier. Fly Safair dedicated one of their planes to become Santa's brand-new ride, complete with a special Christmas livery created just for him. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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SA woman's redemption after embarrassing on stage moment 1:32

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. On Sunday, January 19th 2025, Green Day performed at Soccer City to thousands of fans, but one stood out. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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WIN: Vodacom Bulls vs Hollywoodbets Sharks tickets in Durban 2:29

1M ago2:29

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Are you the ultimate Vodacom Bulls fan? We are giving you the chance to win a trip to watch the Hollywoodbets Sharks vs the Vodacom Bulls at SharksFest. The prize includes: - Tickets to the game - Flights - Accommodation and more! Head to the Jacaranda FM Facebook page to enter! Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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The best cookie dunking and drink combination 1:28

1M ago1:28

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie did some research and tested various cookies with different drinks to determine which combo is elite. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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Head In A Jar: Adam Riches and the Immortality Pick ’n’ Mix 56:42

1M ago56:42

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Adam Riches is an award-winning comedian and actor known for his wild characters and brilliantly unhinged live shows. You’ll have seen him popping up in Detectorists, Horrible Histories, and 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown doing his beloved Sean Bean character. His brand new tour 'The Twelve Beans of Christmas' is on now, get tickets here. Host: Da…

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The Drive team retake their driver's test 20 years later 1:05

1M ago1:05

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. Rob and Roz have been driving around for a few years, but if they had to retake a driver's test, would they pass? We put them to the test. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E49 3:00:53

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S8E49 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 4 December 2025 at 19h00 on Rebel Rock Radio. It was a fun show. There was a super giant moon that is only going to be seen again in 2043, so we played a couple of songs for that. We had an interview with Funky Nature, did the Diabolical Challenge with 4 albums out of Germany, it was a jam…

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The Drive with Rob and Roz live from a helicopter! 2:16

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A lot can happen in 365 days, and once again, we've decided to look back on some of our favourite moments as well as yours. Have you ever seen journalists or presenters doing live broadcasts while flying around in a helicopter? The Drive with Rob and Roz had a very special opportunity to go up into the Gaunteng skies and provide listeners with a un…

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Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie lose a bet with Barney Simon 3:19

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Ahead of the Vodacom URC game between the Lions and the Vodacom Bulls, Barney Simon issued The Drive with Rob and Roz with a bet. Now it's time to cash in. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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From the Beatles to the Boss - Gig Going Memories with Cammy Alexander 46:19

1M ago46:19

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In the 50th episode of The Thelma Tapes Cammy Alexander takes us on a magical mystery tour through his concert going experiences from the 1960s to the 1980s, from The Beatles, The Kinks, the Rolling Stones and Curtis Mayfield all the way to Bruce Springsteen with many more in between! Many thanks to Setuniman for the intro music as sourced from Fre…

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Café del Weirdo: Chasing The Dark with Ben Machell 40:16

1M ago40:16

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Ben Machell is a journalist-turned-literary explorer of the uncanny. After writing 'The Unusual Suspect' a true-crime story about a modern Robin Hood-style bank robber, he’s returned with 'Chasing the Dark: Encounters With The Supernatural.' The new book is a complete history of psychic and paranormal phenomena. Through forgotten case files, firsth…

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E48 3:00:44

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S8E48 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 27 November 2025 at 19h00 on Rebel Rock Radio. This was the first time I did The Story of Rock and Roll 3-hour Radio Show on Bulldogs Radio, so this is a landmark. Normally, I do the Turbo 1-hour edition on Friday, and the shows are quite different, so it was great to be on air in a new sl…

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First Alphapalooza winner shares his top tips! 4:54

1M ago4:54

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Every weekday, we like to play a very special game on The Drive with Rob and Roz. It's called Alphapalooza, and from Monday to Friday at 17:10, we choose one listener to play along for the chance to win R2,000 or R5,000. This quiz is unlike any other because it has 26 questions, and the answer to each question starts with the following letter of th…

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Lazy Code: Too Many Faces, Not Enough Data 41:34

1M ago41:34

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This month on Lazy Code, Dan teams up with Halina Brooke and Leon “Buttons” Kirkbeck to swap eerie doppelganger encounters, and wonder whether look-alike humans are just copy-pasted assets from a lazy cosmic developer. Leon does his best to keep the quantum-adjacent nonsense from imploding into metaphysical spaghetti, while Dan and Helena chase dow…

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TNS Return of the Riffs #29- Thanksgiving (2023): A TNS Thanksgiving Special 1:51:01

2M ago1:51:01

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This week, we dive into the realistically chaotic world of Thanksgiving/Black Friday with a special riff on the 2023 slasher film, Thanksgiving! Join Devin, Cecil, and Zyber as they navigate through a bloody landscape filled with killer pilgrims and absurd humor. Expect plenty of drug/sex references, satirical commentary, and the usual banter that …

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Hendrix Headband: Alex Lowe and the Psychic Sniff Test 43:17

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Today we are joined by actor, comedian, and impressionist extraordinaire Alex Lowe. Alex is best known as the man who summoned Clinton Baptiste into existence on Phoenix Nights and unleashed Barry from Watford onto the airwaves. He’s written for some of the UK’s funniest humans, and built a cult following through characters that feel like they’ve s…

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Zapiro reveals the SA politician most annoyed by his work 14:05

2M ago14:05

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Once again, South Africa’s best-loved and most fearless cartoonist, Zapiro, is back with his 30th annual collection, ‘What Else Could Go Wrong?’ Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie had the honour of sitting down with the icon himself to find out more about his work, his inspiration, and who he finds the hardest to draw. Show page…

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E47 3:01:50

2M ago3:01:50

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S8E47 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 20 November 2025 at 19h00 on Rebel Rock Radio. It was a lot of fun, check it out. We had a great interview with Jackson Colton. Listened to his new song and spent quite a bit of time on the Rock & Metal Time Machine. The results of the Diabolical Challenge were a big surprise. The Running …

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Someone's Knocking At The Door: Edd Hedges and Satan's Airport Lizard Lounge 56:56

2M ago56:56

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Edd Hedges is a British comedian and co-creator of Wisecrack - the viral horror-meets-comedy podcast that’s racked up millions of downloads just two months after launch. Blending true crime with stand-up, Wisecrack turns the most terrifying night of Edd's life into something darkly hilarious and utterly addictive. You can listen to Wisecrack on App…

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Jacaranda FM team attempt crazy ice cream Guinness World Record 5:08

2M ago5:08

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David Rush and his teammate, Josh Van Battenburg, managed to set the record for the 'Farthest ice cream throw and catch (team of two)' with an incredible 55ft 5inches (16,7m). In typical Forbes fashion, Rob thought this wasn't the hardest thing in the world to do and convinced Rozanne to join him in this challenge. Show page…

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368 - Naomi Hidden Gems 1:37:50

2M ago1:37:50

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When it comes to Sega's Naomi system, it's easy to think of games like Crazy Taxi, House of the Dead, Monkey Ball, Virtua Fighter etc. And as amazing as these games are, they've been spoken about to death on many podcasts, including our own. So, most of our listeners know Drisky and Kingy by now, they like to dig a little deeper in this rich catalo…

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E46 3:00:01

2M ago3:00:01

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S8E46 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 13 November 2025 at 19h00 on Rebel Rock Radio. We had plenty of rock and metal, as well as the usual features: Diabolical Challenge, Mutt Lange Commission, The Immortals, Magic Makeover, Twisted Triplets, and, of course, Rock and Metal Time Machine. The Running Order of Artists Featured: V…

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Listener 'steals' money from Rob and Roz in craziest Alphapalooza quiz! 7:34

2M ago7:34

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If you're new here, then let us introduce you to a fun game we play every day on The Drive with Rob and Roz. Every day at 17:10, we play Alphapalooza, a quiz game with 26 questions. Unfortunately, we have yet to have a winner with 26 correct answers. Today was full of surprises. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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Can Rob and Roz beat their own impossible quiz, Alphapalooza? 6:44

2M ago6:44

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If you're new here, then let us introduce you to a fun game we play every day on The Drive with Rob and Roz. Every day at 17:10, we play Alphapalooza, a quiz game with 26 questions. Unfortunately, we have yet to have a winner with 26 correct answers. Rob and Roz decided to test out how difficult it really is to play Alphapalooza. Show page…

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South Africa makes list of top 10 countries with earliest wake up time 8:13

2M ago8:13

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Rob and Roz have many questions and want to understand: why are South Africans okay with accepting such an early start, having 10 meetings before 8am, and being in such a rush to get the day started? Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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Major South African digital driving licence update 3:07

2M ago3:07

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South Africans could soon say goodbye to a physical plastic driver’s licence card. The Digital Service Unit (DSU), established to support the government’s digital transformation strategy, is leading the project and collaborating with the Department of Transportation. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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Superstar drag queen, Latrice Royale, returns to SA! 8:15

2M ago8:15

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Latrice Royale is an internationally acclaimed drag performer, actor, and motivational entertainer who captured the world’s heart on RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 4, All Stars 1, and All Stars 4. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie had the opportunity to sit down with Latrice Royale and talk about her return to SA, how Drag Race has grown since her first a…

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Largest spider web ever found the size of half a tennis court 2:38

2M ago2:38

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Researchers have discovered the largest known spider's web. It's called an arachnid "megacity", which is instantly fear-inducing. Although it may be terrifying, it is also fascinating. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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Lentil Nightmare: Nigel Planer and the Man Who Was Young Once 1:02:09

2M ago1:02:09

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Nigel Planer has been a towering figure in British comedy since the late 1970s. From his anarchic exploits with The Comic Strip to his portrayal of the hapless student Neil in The Young Ones. Today Nigel takes us on a journey through comedy, literature, and the wonderfully weird corners of his life. He reveals the surprising real-life inspirations …

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The Story of Rock and Roll: S8E45 3:01:57

2M ago3:01:57

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S8E45 went out live from the TSORR Studio on Myoli Beach on 6 November 2025 at 19h00 on Rebel Rock Radio. This was a great show, lots of fun. We had an interview with Gareth Haze, and we listened to his new track. We did The Immortals with Guns N' Roses, The Diabolical Challenge, the Mutt Lange Commission, and a whole lot more. Check it out. The Ru…

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Neighbourhood shocked by children's bad behaviour 3:35

2M ago3:35

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Trick-or-treating isn't a big thing in South Africa, but some families enjoy going out with their kids to collect candy. Some adults took part by handing out sweet treats and were horrified by what they witnessed. Do we blame parents for children who are ill-mannered and rude? Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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Rozanne McKenzie tries to only speak Afrikaans for a day 7:39

2M ago7:39

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Social media has a new viral challenge: How long can Afrikaans-speaking people go without using a single English word? Rob put Roz to the challenge, and it was harder than she thought. Show pageBy Jacaranda FM

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The most mispronounced words in South Africa for 2025 2:39

2M ago2:39

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According to Google search data, thousands of South Africans used the search engine to avoid embarrassing mispronunciations. Unscramblerer, a word unscrambling site, used this data and analysed search data from Google Trends for the period from January 1, 2025, to November 3, 2025, for "How do you pronounce" and "How to pronounce". Show page…