Shows
The Honest TruthSouth Africa has a silent FASD crisis?Dr. Kabane-Bailey joined us to expose South Africa’s silent FASD crisis, revealing how prevention, policy, and community action could better protect our children.
2025-09-0912 minThe Honest TruthReimagining Indian ragas for a Western orchestra? Meet: the Symphony of Bansuri!Rakesh Chaurasia and Nisaar Pangarker join us to spotlight the upcoming global premiere of Symphony of Bansuri—a bold musical fusion of East and West, poised to redefine the limits of orchestral storytelling.
2025-07-2216 minThe Honest TruthSo how could a 50 cent spent at Food Lover’s Market, help feed someone in need across South Africa?Andrew Millson joins us to unpack how their latest Hunger Month campaign is set to redefine the supply of corporate-led hunger relief across South Africa.
2025-05-1412 minThe Honest TruthSA's university hunger games: may the odds be ever in your favor!Dr. Riaan Steenberg joins us to delve into why South Africa's higher education crisis goes beyond access as we explore alternative pathways, innovative funding solutions, and the future of learning.
2025-02-1222 minThe Honest TruthA bursary, at the SAE?Kiera Johns and Thapelo Maila join us to share their experiences, creative challenges, and the insights they gained from participating in Cape Town’s 48-Hour Film Project— a fast-paced competition that pushes filmmaking to its limits!
2024-11-0420 minThe Honest TruthAI I Love You...Michal Malek joins us to discuss the success of Team Zania’s film AI I Love You in this year’s 48-Hour Film Project, exploring the creative and logistical challenges of bringing the project to life within 48 hours!
2024-10-3113 minThe Honest TruthWhat does the BELA Bill boil down to?Jonathan Molver and Colin Wardle discuss how the controversial BELA Bill could reshape South Africa’s education system. They’ll also provide insight into key provisions, the political tensions it has sparked, and its potential impact on schools nationwide.
2024-09-1118 minThe Honest TruthOne of Cape TowngemDr Ronita Mahilall explores how the St. Luke’s Combined Hospices continues to offer hope and support to families, as it celebrates its 44th milestone anniversary of compassionate care.
2024-09-0210 minThe Honest TruthOne of Cape Town's most iconic gems, turns 44!Dr Ronita Mahilall shares more on how the St. Luke’s Combined Hospices continues to offer hope and support to families, as it gets ready to celebrate its 44th milestone anniversary of compassionate care!
2024-08-2010 minThe Honest TruthHow can SA ensure that it's boom in tourism, doesn't border on become a bane?Dayle shares insight on how businesses can prepare (and thrive), as South Africa braces for a surge in international tourists, offering both opportunities and challenges for the local tourism industry.
2024-07-0307 minThe Honest TruthHow can I banish the winter blues, this wet season?Mona-Lize Moolman shares practical tips on how we could sharpen the focus of our mental well-being while banishing the winter blues, this wet season!
2024-06-1110 minThe Honest TruthAre global conflicts spurring along authoritarianism across African states?Rutendo Nyaku and Daniel du Plessis weigh in on whether global conflicts could spur along authoritarianism across African states, as the continent contends with a rapid uptick in conflict.
2024-03-1926 minThe Honest TruthShe’s Next?Vusi Fele joins the conversation to share more on Absa's She’s Next programme, poised to support women-owned small businesses and champion meaningful impact across the country.
2024-03-1412 minThe Honest TruthSo what does a suboptimal sleep environment feel like?Charlie shines insight into how a suboptimal sleep environment could pose a tangible risk to your overall health. He’ll also share a couple of tips on how we could eliminate the culprits behind bedroom allergy and asthma attacks.
2024-03-0418 minThe Honest Truth1000 new permanent jobs for SA's youth?Adjoa Ayivor shares how they got it right to catalyse a sustainable outcome-led job creation initiative, into 1000 permanent jobs for unemployed youths across South Africa’s most vulnerable communities.
2024-01-2513 minThe Honest TruthWhat is SA craving?Daniele Joubert shares key findings stemming from the release of the Uber Eats Annual Cravings Report - looking into the most popular; the most unusual, and some of the most unique orders that have occurred on the platform for 2023.
2024-01-2408 minThe Honest TruthDoes South Africa’s ageing population comes with any new challenges?Dr Lauren Johnston will share key findings from her latest paper looking into SA’s ageing population, and why the country should take advantage of capitalizing on the BRICS development cooperation agenda.
2024-01-2321 minThe Honest TruthIs Google in cahoots with SA's Ministry of Tourism?Dr Alistair Mokoena will share more on their latest visionary partnership between Google and the Ministry of Tourism to support economic growth and job creation in South Africa.
2023-11-1313 minThe Honest TruthGet ready, as Mzansi Ballet prepares to dazzle Cape Town with The Queen Show!Dirk Badenhorst shares more on what we could expect as Mzansi Ballet prepares to dazzle Cape Town later this month with the return of the captivating celebration of ballet: The Queen Show.
2023-10-1214 minThe Honest TruthWill the 2024 general election be an acid test for us all?Dr Seelan Naidoo shares insight on why the result of the critical 2024 general election could feel like an acid test for us all, and how five scenarios led him to this conclusion.
2023-10-1216 minThe Honest TruthHow can we save the lives of vulnerable children?Dr Wilhelm Lichtenberg shares more on how we could get involved in saving the lives of vulnerable children confronted by the life-threatening diagnosis of Congenital Heart Disease.
2023-10-1114 minThe Honest TruthWhat's fuelling the spread of SA's extortion economy?Greg Arde shares more on what's fuelling the spread of SA's extortion economy across the country.
2023-10-1019 minThe Honest TruthIs the breakout of violence across the Gaza Strip justified?Dr Karen Milner and Dr Oscar Van Heerden will weigh in on whether the breakout of violence across the Gaza Strip over the weekend was justified.
2023-10-0920 minThe Honest TruthMCQP returns for a blast from the past!Ronen Klugman gives us the scoop on their hushed plans to whisk you and me away on a whimsical journey at South Africa's premier costume celebration: the Mother City Queer Project!
2023-09-2810 minThe Honest TruthWhat we could expect from French hospitality, during the much anticipated Rugby World Cup?French ambassador Martcinon is set to paint a picture of what we could expect from French hospitality, during the much anticipated 2023 Rugby World Cup set to kick off on the 08th of September!
2023-08-2311 minThe Honest TruthIs transcending the limitations of religion possible?Aida is set to share insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida shares insight on whether it's possible, to transcend the limitations of religion to form a broader view of who we are.
2023-07-2715 minThe Honest TruthHow we could examine the integration of feminine and masculine energies, within oneself and the world?Aida is set to share insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida shares insight on how we could examine the integration of feminine and masculine energies, within oneself and the world.
2023-07-2017 minThe Honest TruthWhat constitutes a soulmate and how do I unlock finding my twin flame?Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida will unpack what constitutes a soulmate and how to unlock finding your twin flame.
2023-07-1319 minThe Honest TruthThe world and SA: The latest red flags; scenarios, and probabilities to watch!Clem Sunter unpacks the eleven red flags SA needs to be on the lookout for; the impact of these scenarios over the next ten years, as well as how these forces are set to drive our present lives into the future. www.news24.com
2023-07-1324 minThe Honest TruthWhat are the symbolic and potential spiritual messages found within dreams, and how we we interpret them?Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to delve into the symbolic and potential spiritual messages found within dreams, and the unique techniques needed to interpret them.
2023-07-0619 minThe Honest TruthIs inequality man-made?Mia Malan fleshes out whether inequality is indeed man-made, as well as how social inequity circumvents access to healthcare for marginalized groups across SA.
2023-07-0413 minThe Honest TruthHow could we explore the integration of spirituality in our daily lives?Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to fill us in on how we could explore the integration of spirituality in our daily lives - even the simplest of moments.
2023-06-2916 minThe Honest TruthMeet: Shadow CareersFranco Cotumaccio fills us in on how they're getting it right, to empower SA's youth with lasting employment opportunities. Shadow Careers
2023-06-2712 minThe Honest TruthHow can spiritual practices and beliefs offer solace; guidance, and healing?Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to explore the connection between spirituality and emotional well-being and how spiritual practices and beliefs, can offer solace; guidance, and healing through challenging times.
2023-06-2229 minThe Honest TruthHow could meditation get us to achieve inner peace and tranquility?Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to delve deep into the transformative practice of meditation, and its profound impact on getting us to achieve inner peace and tranquillity.
2023-06-1518 minThe Honest TruthHow could we vanquish feelings that disempower us?Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to empower us with the art of letting go, and how we could vanquish feelings that disempower and lead to disappointments.
2023-06-0820 minThe Honest TruthHow could we harness the power of affirmations?Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to unpack how we could harness the power of affirmations to step into a life of security and abundance.
2023-06-0116 minThe Honest TruthIs it time to say: "goodbye", to work culture?Jasmine Araujo shares insight into why office relationships are set to take the biggest hit, in favour of a 4-day work week. This is as SA kicks off its official pilot scheme for the 4-day working week in early June.
2023-05-3009 minThe Honest TruthFeeling lost? Focus on your Polaris!Aida is set to share insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to unpack how we could get better at keeping our eye on our internal Polaris (the north star) when confronted by feeling lost and faced with too many choices.
2023-05-2517 minThe Honest TruthHow we could step into recognising who we really are, versus who we think we are?Aida is set to share insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to shed light on how we could step into recognising who we really are, versus who we think we are.
2023-05-1817 minThe Honest TruthWhat's the victim mentality, and how we could break free?Aida shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to shed light on the victim mentality, and how we could better understand these types of thought patterns and break free.
2023-05-1118 minThe Honest TruthHow one could discover direction; find oneself, and live life when feeling lost?Aida shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to shed light on how one could discover direction; find oneself, and live life when feeling lost; confused, and overwhelmed with choices.
2023-05-0418 minThe Honest TruthWhy the upcoming winter may be unseasonably dryLehlohonolo Thobela: Meteorologist and forecaster, at the South African Weather Service shares insight on why the upcoming winter may be unseasonably dry in the southwest and unseasonably wet in the northeast of the country, as well as what insights from the latest Seasonal Climate Watch means for you and I.
2023-04-1413 minThe Honest TruthWhy did authorities drag their feet investigating Thabo Bester escapeDr Saths Cooper: Clinical Psychologist and President, at Pan-African Psychology Union (PAPU) joins the conversation to weigh in on how it could’ve been possible for authorities to have dragged their feet, into investigating the escape of Thabo Bester. This, after being notified of his escape in August last year, yet only acting thereon last month.
2023-04-1319 minThe Honest TruthThe keys to making an interracial relationship workShelley Lewin, Founder of the Relationship Architect Coaching and Consulting, shares insight on the keys to making an interracial relationship work, as many people fall madly in love with each other - despite the confines and expectations of society's stereotypes.
2023-04-1209 minThe Honest TruthThe Santam Women of the Future Awards entries are now open!Suzy is set to fill us in on how you could get a share of prizes valued at an astounding R600 000. This is as entries open for the Santam Women of the Future Awards, and the search for SA’s most impactful; resilient, and inspiring female entrepreneurs begins!
2023-04-1012 minThe Honest TruthWhat not to do with your money this year.Corne shares insight on the best financial resolutions to consider this year as well as the top five steps you'd need to act out today, to get ahead of tomorrow's possible financial conundrums.
2023-01-1007 minThe Honest TruthDoes SA's Energy Sectors Offer Any Significant Opportunities?Chris Yelland shares insight on why he believes, irrespective of SA’s battle to keep the lights on - we shouldn’t allow cynicism to distract our optimism from the opportunities the energy sector has to offer.
2023-01-0920 minThe Honest TruthIs Democracy Under Attack in 2023?Bronwyn Williams gives us the low down on the top socio-economic trends to keep your eye on, for 2023.
2023-01-0917 minThe Honest TruthThe Internet VS Your Under 14-Year-Old.Zahraa Shroeder sat down with Dr Marlena Kruger, to find out more about why she’s encouraging parents to hold off on granting their teen access to the Internet and social media - at least, until the age of 14. The two also unpacked how you could join like-minded parents, in guarding the mental health of your child against the perils of cyberbullies and unwarranted sexual content.
2023-01-0915 minThe Honest TruthSo why was it "just a little, too late", for the Proteas this past weekend?Yanga Sibembe unpacks what led the Proteas' to endure their latest bruising bout, during their three-match Test series against Australia over the past weekend.
2023-01-0911 minThe Honest TruthAre You Dreading To Be Back At Work?Anja van Beek shares pragmatic advice on how you could unshackle yourself from the associated dread, of heading back to work. This is as nearly one in every five employees worldwide intends to pivot their careers over the next 12 months.
2023-01-0912 minThe Honest TruthGet Ready, it's #Mex22Martin Myers fills us in on what we could expect at this year’s ear-drumming rendition of #Mex22, as well as how you could get involved in experiencing Cape Town’s premier music exchange conference.
2022-11-0319 minThe Honest TruthToxic Working EnvironmentWhat is a toxic working environment? What consistutes toxic behaviour with in a working environment and what are the tell tale signs? Benito chats to ICHAF training CEO, Devan Moonsamy on The Honest Truth.
2022-10-2610 minThe Honest TruthIs the Reserve Bank's MPC overreaction, becoming a habit?Dr Roelof Botha will share insight on why US monetary policy shouldn’t be replicated in South Africa; why the Reserve Bank's MPC is making it a habit to overreact, as well as why he believes the SARB’s ignorance of the nature of inflation, will only hurt the future stability of our economy.
2022-10-1219 minThe Honest Truth100m; under 30cm of ice, with just a single breath?Amber Fillary let us in on how she intends to break her previous record, by preparing to swim a minimum of 100m; under 30cm of ice, with just a single breath!
2022-10-1112 minThe Honest TruthCoolplay and We Are Guernsey join forcesTori joined Ziaan in studio earlier this week to chat about their partnership with We Are Guernsey. Tori talks about the delegate of 32 who came down to see the Coolplay team and action, and how they bought into their program. Tori also chats about the Coolplay organisation, what they stand for and their focal points.
2022-10-0713 minThe Honest TruthSA's tourism recovery, is on the up!Rosemary Anderson fills us in on whether SA’s hospitality sector is indeed on the road to recovery - post-pandemic; what the latest StatsSA statistics on Tourist Accommodation agree with this sentiment, as well as to unpack why she believes business as usual – won't alone ramp up our road to recovery.
2022-10-0309 minThe Honest TruthWhat are the top liquidation and business rescue trends for 2022?Lerothodi Mohale shares insight into what the top liquidation and business rescue trends for 2022 are; why the real estate sector remains on a high alert, as well as to offer advice on how businesses could take proactive steps to avoid becoming a casualty.
2022-10-0308 minThe Honest TruthHold on to your flower crown!Geronimo De Klerk and Gundula Deutschlande fill us in on why they’re calling on you to ‘down your tools and hold on to your flower crown - this Sunday, as we’re set to observe SA’s annual Garden Day!
2022-10-0318 minThe Honest TruthBreast cancer accounts for 25% of new cancers in SA women?Eugene Jooste demystifies whether the thickening of your nipple, could be a cause for greater concern; as well as why mammograms remain the gold standard, in squashing the shelf life of tumours. This is as October kicks of breast cancer awareness month across SA!
2022-10-0309 minThe Honest TruthThe Opinionated - Ep 6 - Rugby Championship & URCDylan Jack and Martin Myers return to the Smile 90.4fm studios to join Ziaan in conversation about all things rugby. The three reflect on the last round of the Rugby Championship, which saw the Springboks come up short in the race for the title. The guys also break down round two of the URC, and the Stormers' stunning performance in Stellenbosch, where they opened their campaign as defending champions. There's also some banter around the state of refereeing in World Rugby, and how we solve the issues at hand as we build toward the 2023 Rugby World Cup...
2022-09-3041 minThe Honest TruthSilent attacks, account for 45% of heart attacks in men - globally!Dr Chevaan Hendrickse spotlights the various types of heart disease one could develop; whether heart disease could indeed be treated, as well as to share insight on the clues to follow when looking for a silent killer. This is as we observe the importance of heart health across SA, on World Heart Day!
2022-09-2914 minThe Honest TruthHow to be a Local, in a Global Village!Merilyn Makelve unpacks whether digital communities have bred cultural assimilations amongst SA's youth; how we could encourage greater diversity within the workplace, as well as share insight on how we could embrace cultural diversity within our education system.
2022-09-2909 minThe Honest TruthHow do I make my website more profitable?Laurian Venter shares insight on how you could ramp up sales across your eCommerce website, by implementing a few of her top techniques, from some of 2022's greatest industry disruptors!
2022-09-2909 minThe Honest TruthI took the test! Did you?Dr Malcolm Dewar fills us in on their “I took the test” campaign, as well as how you could encourage the men in your life to get involved, in this lifesaving initiative! This is as September wraps up Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
2022-09-2909 minThe Honest TruthSharpening up your communication, with the divine!Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to fill us in on how you could sharpen up your communication with your chosen deity, by following her unique step-by-step guide!
2022-09-2918 minThe Honest TruthNew Media, paints New York purple!Mark Serra shares insight on how pushing the boundaries of design convention, earned him the title of the Art Director of the Year, at this year's Eddie & Ozzie Awards. He'll also unpack how VISI continues to celebrate SA's pool of brave; bold, and creative talent.
2022-09-2809 minThe Honest TruthUnpacking SA's Great Streaming Boom!Leslie Adams shares insight on the Great Streaming Boom - a global mass move towards video-on-demand services such as Netflix; Disney+, and the likes of Amazon's Prime Video.
2022-09-2809 minThe Honest TruthHow to could I ace my rainy day savings ambitions?Sherwin Govender fills us in on the five bad attitudes preventing you, from acing your rainy day savings ambitions. This, as the average South African household savings rate, dropped to 0.30% in the first quarter of 2022.
2022-09-2813 minThe Honest TruthMeet: The Breast Care Foundation!Lydia Alexander fills us in on what we can expect at this year’s rendition of their upcoming cancer fun walk; as well as how you could get involved in making a difference, in the lives of SA’s less fortunate.
2022-09-2815 minThe Honest TruthAll that South Africa needs, is love?Dr William Gumede shines a spotlight on why the pursuit of quality development; democracy, and societal peace won’t be sustainable without large doses of the active citizenry.
2022-09-2714 minThe Honest TruthSouth Africa’s increasing water stress, requires urgent action!Dr Anja du Plessis and Dr Richard Meissner share insight on SA's increasing water stress; why it requires urgent attention, as well as to unpack what more could be done to ensure our future water security needs.
2022-09-2715 minThe Honest TruthHow do I choose a solid career path?Amanda Azor shares tips on how to go about choosing a solid career path; what you could study, once you’ve matriculated, as well as insight on kick-starting your future - irrespective of your current academic record status.
2022-09-2709 minThe Honest TruthThe Opinionated - Ep 5Alderman JP Smith and Reg Marais join Ziaan Siems, to chat about the upcoming Master’s Hockey World Cup. Reg is set to fill us in on the participating teams, and how it's set to impact the hockey community. Meanwhile, Alderman Smith reflects on how events like these, inch us closer to getting the City’s tourism sector booming again!
2022-09-2718 minThe Honest TruthThe results are in, for the 2022 Year Of The Tiger survey!Sarah Locke shares insight on the key trends arising from the 2022 Year Of The Tiger survey; the nature of the captive lion breeding industry in SA, as well as to share insight on what our legislation says about SA's stance on trophy hunting and the trade of big cats.
2022-09-2609 minThe Honest TruthMeet: BOSANobuntu Hlazo-Webster fills us in on how the establishment of her new political party - alongside party leader Mmusi Maimane - is set to solve SA’s unemployment conundrum, by putting: “a job in every home”, if they’re elected in 2024.
2022-09-2618 minThe Honest TruthCelebrating Mzansi’s rich cultural heritage, through diverse reading?Khumo Tapfumaneyi fills us in on how they’re turning the dial on English-language books, to accommodate less eurocentric narratives. She also fills us in on how a lack of cultural context, enables children of various backgrounds to identify with the stories they are told. This is as South Africa celebrates its multilingual and multicultural heritage.
2022-09-2608 minThe Honest Truth5 xenophobic myths about immigrants, in South Africa.Dr Anthony Kaziboni joins the conversation to demystify the top 5 xenophobic myths about immigrants in South Africa, as well as to unpack why scapegoating immigrants isn’t a progressive opinion.
2022-09-2618 minThe Honest TruthHow to attract a loving partner.Aida Coertse shares insight on how you could overcome some of life’s toughest challenges, by tapping into a couple of alternative healing methodologies. This week, Aida is set to fill us in on how you could attract a loving partner, by following her unique step-by-step guide!
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