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Drive with John Perlman

Primedia Broadcasting
South Africa
Madlanga Commission
Johannesburg
Cyril Ramaphosa
Hawks
Madlanga Commission Of Inquiry
World Cup
City Of Johannesburg
Parliament
Imogen Mashazi
Julius Mkwanazi
South African Police Service
Bafana Bafana
Cape Town
Eskom
Fannie Nkosi
Johannesburg, South Africa
IPED Report
Durban
Pretoria

The days news stories delivered by the one of South Africa most respected news presenters from 3 pm to 6 pm weekdays.

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Thabo chats to Brutus Malada, Political Analyst on the downfalls of democracy and why the country finds itself in this predicament.

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Recent Guests

Anton du Plooy
Analyst at Ninety One
Ninety One
Episode: In conversation with Ninety One
Glenn John
IPED's Deputy Director of Investigations
Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPED)
Episode: Madlanga Commission hears leader of the KZN police cash-in-transit task team
Shaatirah Baboo Hassim
Attorney at the Legal Resources Center
Episode: LRC submits application for Johannesburg Metro Building
Richard Chelin
Governance and anti-corruption specialist
Episode: Laws governing illegal mining
Marlize de Jager
Tissue Bank Manager at the Cornea Foundation Tissue Bank
Cornea Foundation Tissue Bank
Episode: August is Organ Donor Month in South Africa — The Cornea Foundation Tissue Bank in the spotlight
Jacques Jordaan
Chief Executive of the Canning Fruit Producers Association
Canning Fruit Producers Association
Episode: Premier Foods' fruit possible closure
Mzwanele Ntshwanti
Senior researcher at the Institute for Economic Justice
Institute for Economic Justice
Episode: The rate of unemployment increases to 33.6%
Charlene Janion-Scheepers
Senior Lecturer in the Department of Biological Sciences, University of Cape Town
University of Cape Town; Southern African Entomological Society
Episode: Mzansi’s Insect of the Year
Lorraine Govendor
National Manager for Health Programs at Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa)
Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa)
Episode: Colorectal Cancer awareness

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John Perlman
Host of the driving desk/news program; long-time South African journalist known for interview-led discussions on current affairs.

Reviews

3.5 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • do not like

    Do not like

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Werner.......
    South Africa9 months ago
  • Left wing politics and boring

    Left wing politics, boring

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Werner.......
    South Africaa year ago
  • Local, interesting and succinct

    A great, time-efficient way of keeping abreast with South African news and issues, hosted by a top local journalist. Keeps it simple and interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PierreQ77
    South Africa3 years ago
  • Too many ads

    Top and tail with adverts that are repetitive and boring. Pity as the interviews are generally good.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Flicycle
    South Africa5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate concise, local-focused news and strong interviewing; some find ads disruptive.
A few criticisms mention excessive advertising and perceived political bias by some listeners.
Positive notes highlight credibility and top local journalist hosting.

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#233
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Con Court not entertaining several parties' appeals for interdict.
Q: Just a broad question and possibly one that calls for some degree of speculation, but I'll ask you anyway. Lindsay, I mean, your sense as to whether, as the committee has moved through the gears, you know, moved down the road, let's forget gears, on this particular issue, are they becoming a committee of increasingly shared and common purpose?
Lindsay responds that while there are disagreements across the 31-member committee, there is movement toward a more coordinated approach, with some parties forming strategic alignments and gradually coalescing around the path forward for the impeachment inquiry.
Mzansi’s Insect of the Year
Q: You and others clearly believe we need an insect of the year. Tell us why.
The guest explains that insects are foundational to ecosystems, providing pollination, soil health, and decomposition services, and argues that giving insects more prime time helps people recognize their importance and supports biodiversity literacy.
LRC submits application for Johannesburg Metro Building
Q: If a PAIA request is refused, what are the next steps you would take?
We would lodge an appeal under the Promotion of Access to Information Act and, if necessary, pursue court procedures to obtain the required information.
LRC submits application for Johannesburg Metro Building
Q: What exactly are you hoping to get if your PAIA application is successful?
We are seeking written reasons and unedited engineering and safety reports that informed the decision to close the Metro Center, so the public can understand the basis for the closure.
Comrades Marathon Association tensions
Q: How will CMA qualifying times be treated if they pursue independence?
CMA maintains it has its own qualifying criteria and timing services, and while many qualifying events are ASA sanctioned, CMA expects to continue using recognized times for Comrades entries unless resolutions say otherwise.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Drive with John Perlman

What is Drive with John Perlman about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show presents daily South African news and current affairs with a strong emphasis on governance, politics, economics, and investigative journalism. Episodes feature high-profile analyses of national issues, parliamentary proceedings, municipal finances, and major legal cases, often with expert guests and on-the-ground reporting. A standout pattern is timely, in-depth discussions around governance, corruption, and policy, paired with accessible explanations of complex topics. The program tends to mix hard news with investigative insights and practical implications for citizens, businesses, and policymakers, making it a go-to for listeners seeking informed perspectives on South Africa's current events.

A notable strength is its ability t... more

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2. Glenn John
3. Shaatirah Baboo Hassim
4. Richard Chelin
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6. Jacques Jordaan
7. Mzwanele Ntshwanti
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