Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

For the first time in years, Springbok Nude Girls and Squeal - two of SA’s most iconic rock bands - are sharing the stage. Arno Cartsens joins Dan Corder to share his excitement and the explosive energy this legendary gig promises. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Corder is in conversation with Ricky Stone, environmental lawyer at Cullinan and Associates – to unpack the banning of hemp and cannabis derivatives in any food products. This move is a contradiction to recent law changes that saw the relaxation of cannabis restrictions in South Africa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Corder speaks to Popi Sibiya about her groundbreaking work, the adventures and dangers she encounters, and why these stories in and around South Africa needs to be told. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Corder speaks with Aunty Martha Thomas, a successful claimant that will be reunited with land that was previously confiscated from her family, under the group areas act. Many, many years later – we hear from her how this affected her life, and how this success will change her life going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Corder speaks to Wandile Sihlobo, Agriculture Economist, about his new book titled “ The uncomfortable truth about South Africa’s Agriculture and the broader conversation about the darkside to Agriculture See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Corder speaks with EWN’s Carlo Peterson about the developments in the Joshlin Smith kidnapping/trafficking case, in the Western Cape High Court sitting in Saldanha Bay multi-purpose centre. The case has been postponed until Monday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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John Maytham is joined by Bruce Isaacs, owner of The Sauce Queens, about his amazing entrepreneurial journey as the genius behind The Sauce queen - as part of Backabiz with Standard bank See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by Craig Hinds, lead vocalist and songwriter of Watershed, ahead of their highly anticipated Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concert on 16 March 2025. Craig reflects on 25 years of making music, sharing stories from Watershed’s journey—from their early days to their biggest hits like Indigo Girl. He also discusses what fans can expect at this milestone anniversary performance in the breathtaking setting of Kirstenbosch Gardens See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by DA leader John Steenhuisen to unpack the party’s firm opposition to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s latest budget. The discussion delves into the controversial VAT increase, the R60 billion budget shortfall, and the alternative solutions the DA is proposing to avoid placing further strain on South Africans. Steenhuisen outlines his party’s stance within the Government of National Unity (GNU) and explains why the DA refuses to support the budget in its current form. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks with Webber Wentzel Consultant Des Kruger about the Supreme Court of Appeal’s decision to reject SARS’ attempt to overturn an interdict preventing CCTV surveillance in cigarette manufacturers’ warehouses. They discuss the implications of the ruling, the arguments from both SARS and the Fair-Trade Independent Tobacco Association (FITA), and whether SARS may escalate the matter to the Constitutional Court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Dominique Olivier, writer and founder of human.writer, whose latest piece dives into the seismic wellness shift in society See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham is joined by renowned finance journalist Maya Fisher-French to unpack the impact of the latest national budget on South African households. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen to John Maytham's weekly book reviews and share his passion for all things literary. From fiction to non-fiction, John reads and reviews a range of books that would sit well on your reading list. FICTION The Human Scale by Lawrence Wright, Brother Brontë by Fernando A. Flores NON FICTION I'll Never Call Him Dad Again: By the daughter of Gisèle Pelicot by Caroline Darian See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A weekly conversation between John Maytham and Rebecca Davis covering the subjects that created a stir in the news and in social media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde, joins John Maytham to discuss the province’s reaction to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana’s National Budget. With a proposed VAT increase and a R60 billion budget shortfall, Winde shares his concerns about the impact on businesses, households, and service delivery in the Western Cape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Andre Maxwell, Chairperson of the Protea Village Community Property Association, about what this moment means for the claimants, the challenges they faced, and the way forward for the development. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Dr. Ongama Mtimka, political analyst, who will provide insight into the high-stakes negotiations, the DA’s positioning on tax policy, and what this budget means for the future of governance in South Africa. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Dr Mary Ann Dove, an applied sports practitioner and researcher specializing in cricket and talent development. She’ll unpack whether the current system is achieving its intended goals, the structural challenges in nurturing diverse talent, and how South African cricket can strike a balance between development and competitiveness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Maytham speaks to Economist Roy Havveman. He provides insight into key spending priorities, tax proposals, and whether National Treasury’s measures will stimulate growth or tighten the financial squeeze on businesses and consumers alike See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.