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Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

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The highlights from John Maytham's weekday show

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Recent Guests

Valerie van Mulukom
Senior lecturer in psychology at Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University
Episode: The distraction economy: how hobbies can save your brain.
Ujala Satgoor
Executive Director of UCT Libraries
UCT Libraries
Episode: UCT marks 5 years since Jagger Library fire
Ferial Haffajee
Journalist, Daily Maverick
Daily Maverick
Episode: Is Helen Zille’s campaign working for Joburgers?
Chantell De Gouveia
Associate in employment law at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Episode: Fuel Pressure, Legal Questions: Is the Energy Crisis Driving South Africa Back to Remote Work
Craig Bailie
Founding director of the Bailie Leadership Consultancy
Bailie Leadership Consultancy
Episode: Can SA vote for competent leaders in local government elections
Yossi Meckelberg
International Relations Analyst
Chatham House
Episode: Beyond the DA: Can Anyone Fix South Africa’s Deepest Problems?
Mark Johnston
Ex-go member of Treekeepers Cape Town
Treekeepers Cape Town
Episode: Treekeepers CT propose an alternative Arbor Week for city
George Scott
Survivor of Iain Wares case; provided firsthand account
Survivor, Cape Town region
Episode: The Iain Wares Case and Questions of Justice
Neesa Moodley
Associate Business Editor at Daily Maverick
Daily Maverick
Episode: Audit alarm bells ring as SA’s watchdog finds too many rubber-stamp risk zones

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John Maytham
Host with a focus on informative discussions regarding current events and social issues, known for his articulate and engaging communication style.

Reviews

3.1 out of 5 stars from 215 ratings
  • 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 Africa5 months ago
  • Aweful

    Aweful

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    Werner.......
    South Africa5 months ago
  • Left leaning political rubbish

    Left leaning political rubbish

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    Werner.......
    South Africa7 months 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 Africaa year ago
  • My favourite radio person

    John is smart, witty, hilariously funny and articulate. He is just the very best voice on the radio. His taste in 60/70’s music is spot on.

    He creates such a lekker (Walmart) vibe.

    Love his show.

    Anne in Plumstead.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RiCRSA
    South Africa2 years ago

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Unpacking the issues of compulsory daylight headlights - B
Q: What's your view on it?
Ian states it is absolutely desirable to have headlights on to improve visibility and safety, suggesting that a nationwide standard could be aligned with roadworthiness standards.
Unpacking the issues of compulsory daylight headlights - B
Q: Is it desirable generally, but perhaps less so in South Africa because of particularly South African conditions, or is it only desirable in certain kinds of countries, and South Africa is not that kind of country?
Ian argues that daylight running lights are absolutely desirable for visibility on the roads, noting that motorcycles already require lights on and that cars should be more visible, especially given pedestrian fatalities and road safety concerns.
Legality of passage through the Strait of Hormuz
Q: Before this latest military action between Israel, America, and Iran started, was there an international convention, an agreement, global law specific to the Strait of Hormuz law that governed passage through it?
There is a dual perspective: UNCLOS exists as a framework, but neither Iran nor the United States is a party to UNCLOS, leading to contested interpretations of transit vs innocent passage and thus an incomplete, ambiguous legal regime that complicates enforcement and rights of passage.
Treekeepers CT propose an alternative Arbor Week for city
Q: Can I ask you, Mark, because you mentioned tree nurseries, and that was going to be my final question to you.
Nurseries are a great first stop for the average citizen; they have information on species that resist local threats like borobetel and can guide you to the right tree type for your verge or garden.
Cape Town Mayor Demands No Bail for Drug Dealers
Q: What current issues with the bail system does he highlight?
He highlights lack of consideration of rap sheets by the NPA, the inappropriate classification of violent offenders as minor matters, and the broader need to tighten rules to prevent repeat offenses and reduce community harm.

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Focusing on a variety of pressing social, political, and cultural issues, this show features in-depth discussions and interviews with experts from various fields. Recent episodes highlight topics such as the education crisis in South Africa, urban development, political dynamics, and public safety concerns. The host engages listeners by presenting complex subjects in an accessible manner, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to understand current events and their implications. Notably, the show frequently invites knowledgeable guests, offering expert insights that enrich overall discourse. It is likely to appeal to listeners interested in informed conversations about local and national issues, as well as those seeking expert opin... more

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2. Ujala Satgoor
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