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The highlights from John Maytham's weekday show

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John Maytham is joined by Craig Ray, Sports Editor at Daily Maverick, to unpack the Springboks’ emphatic 66-7 victory over Italy in Turin. What made this such a dominant performance, how significant is the Boks’ points difference in the Nations Champ... more

Thembelani Mazibuko, a coalitions researcher at the African Centre for Constructive Resolution of Dispute, speaks to John Maytham about the election results and how the formation of coalitions should proceed.

Presenter John Maytham is an actor and... more

John Maytham speaks to La Colombe executive chef, James Gaag, about the restaurant's spectacular 20-place leap to number 35 in the World's 50 Best Restaurants 2026 list.

Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and s... more

John Maytham is joined by Ferial Haffajee, Senior Journalist at Daily Maverick, to unpack the political implications of Johannesburg’s election results. With the DA opening a historic gap over the ANC but falling short of an outright majority, and 15... more

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Dan Corder
Broadcaster, political commentator and political comedian; author of The Miseducation of South Africa.
Episode: #TakeTheEdgeOffFridays: In conversation with Dan Corder
Michael Fridjhon
South African wine critic, commentator and consultant
Episode: Heineken puts two iconic SA wine brands under review
Guy Leitch
Independent aviation analyst
Episode: Harith’s FlySafair takeover gets Competition Tribunal approval
Hannah Botsis
Writer whose work explores culture, society, psychology and everyday life
Episode: Halloween: Are we turning real-world violence into entertainment?
Margot King
Community local and conservationist
Friends of Danger Beach
Episode: Pindrop: 100 Years of Danger Beach Park, A Century of St James History
Sandile Majola
Ndlovu Choir team leader and chorister
Ndlovu Choir
Episode: DNdlovu Choir’s Roger Taylor collaboration enters Grammy Awards race
Brandon Davis
Analyst at the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime
Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime
Episode: 130,000 members, 113 gangs: The scale of gangsterism in the Western Cape
James Turp
Portfolio manager at Ninety-One
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Episode: Ninety-One Feature
Marianne Thamm
Award-winning South African journalist and associate editor at Daily Maverick.
Daily Maverick
Episode: Eugene de Kock: Who gave the orders during apartheid?

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John Maytham
Actor, author, journalist and talk-radio presenter

Reviews

3.1 out of 5 stars from 216 ratings
  • Best spoken English on the radio

    Love your baritone actor’s voice John and great fun when you are self-deprecating. Been listening to you since 2000 whenever I could. You don’t suffer fools gladly but you are becoming quite empathetic with age. Picked up your book review of James Lee Burke’s latest - I am a huge fan (of both of you). When are you going to write your memoirs? NB Do you read these comments?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elderlycapefan
    South Africa5 months ago
  • John Maytham is the best

    It doesn’t matter where on the planet I am but I try to tune in - via Apple Music - to John Maytham on Cape Talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QwertyAzerty1964
    South Africaa year ago
  • Aweful

    Aweful

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Werner.......
    South Africaa year ago
  • Left leaning political rubbish

    Left leaning political rubbish

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Werner.......
    South Africaa year ago
  • John is the best

    I can’t wait for John’s show every day. Hi command of the English language is superb and he makes the dullest topic fascinating. He must never leave!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lindbelle
    South Africa2 years ago

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Some appreciate the on-demand highlights and the option to listen while away from South Africa.
Listeners often praise Maytham's articulate, witty presentation and ability to make varied topics engaging.
Several reviewers value the interviews as an entertaining way to keep up with South African news and public affairs.
A few reviewers criticize Maytham's handling of callers, describing it as overly combative or dismissive.
Some listeners object to the political framing, while others value the coverage of politics and current events.

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#150
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Apple Podcasts
#25
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Mkhwanazi in line to lead the Hawks: What happens next?
Q: Did he make them because he wanted a cleaner, purer police force or did he make them because he leads a faction that wants to be in control rather than the corrupt faction that was in control at the time he made those allegations?
Maytham raises doubts about Mkhwanazi's motives. Veary's response focuses on assessing ethics and suitability, noting that ethics cannot be taught and recommending tailored psychometric testing.
Mkhwanazi in line to lead the Hawks: What happens next?
Q: Jeremy, does it make sense to you that Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi be asked to lead the Hawks?
Veary says Mkhwanazi is a mixed-bag candidate with some relevant cross-sectional experience, but would need training in investigative methods and the Hawks' specific mandate.
Israel’s deadlock: What a tied election means for Netanyahu and the wider Middle East
Q: What are the implications of this election for the Middle East region either way?
Lesser says prolonged uncertainty could add risk to an already volatile region, including the possibility of further escalation or Israeli strikes on Iran, amid shifting American policy and upcoming U.S. midterm elections.
Israel’s deadlock: What a tied election means for Netanyahu and the wider Middle East
Q: What does the election result tell us about the mood of the Israeli electorate?
Lesser says the result will be close, with neither bloc able to govern alone, and that voters are divided across political and cultural lines. The election is also a referendum on Netanyahu and his long tenure.
Lance Stehr: 35 years shaping the sound of South African music
Q: How much of a threat is AI in the music industry these days?
Stehr considers AI a substantial threat to musicians and the creative side of production, but says artists should explore how to work alongside it.

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What is Afternoon Drive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekday conversations connect South African and international news with the people closest to the story. John Maytham leads interviews with journalists, analysts, industry specialists, public officials and cultural figures, examining developments in politics, business, public safety, technology, health, sport and the arts. The format is direct and accessible: guests explain what has happened, why it matters and what may follow, while Maytham tests their claims and draws out practical implications.

A distinctive strength is the range, moving from local community issues and South African institutions to global affairs, with room for lighter discussions of music, wine and cultural life. Listeners looking for informed context on South Africa, ... more

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2. Michael Fridjhon
3. Guy Leitch
4. Hannah Botsis
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6. Sandile Majola
7. Brandon Davis
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