The Jet Set Breakfast

Maphoka 'Puky' Ramokoatsi, Director of Programmes.at Kick4Life Foundation

Gugu Zondi, Manager: Integrated Catchment Management at Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo

Guest: Sophila Motsumi - founder of Otsile Bokamoso (translation: the future is bright) Our next guest started an after-school support organization after volunteering at a primary school and noticing the pupils were struggling with reading and writing. Her organization opened its doors in 2018 with the aim of helping Grade 1 to Grade 3. The organization has helped 2000 learners so far and employed four people to help their work in the town of Dealesville, Free State. In 2023, her organization received support from the Letsatsi Solar Park Trust and they have committed to help combat early school drop-outs in the small farming town. To tell us more, we are joined by... 

Guest: Hannelie Warrington-Coetzee is a Johannesburg-based visual artist and honorary research fellow at the Global Change Institute, University of the Witwatersrand. Our guest today is Johannesburg-based visual artist and honorary research fellow at the Global Change Institute. Her work blends environmental science with socially engaged art, focusing on site-specific interventions in public and natural spaces. Driven by a deep respect for nature, she uses reclaimed industrial waste and nature-based solutions to explore ecological innovation. Coetzee’s collaborative practice connects communities, landscapes, and unlikely partners—human and non-human alike. Her recent projects, including the Alexandra River Creature Series, reflect her commitment to co-learning, empathy, and environmental action through art. Her work continues to resonate globally through exhibitions and residencies.

GUEST: Dr. Sandra Lai, a senior scientist at Oxford University’s WildCRU research unit - Their research on carnivore ecology in extreme environments provides valuable insights into the behaviour, movement, and ecological roles of species like the dire wolf. By examining trophic interactions and social dynamics in living carnivores, their work helps reconstruct the life-history traits and ecosystem functions of extinct species such as Canis dirus. ANGLE: Why are these news a big deal Has the dire wolf been resurrected?   Prof Nic Rawlence - Director: Otago Palaeogenetics Laboratory at the Department of Zoology, University of Otago (New Zealand). Associate Professor Nic Rawlence is the Director of the Otago Palaeogenetics Laboratory at the University of Otago in New Zealand. He uses ancient DNA and palaeontology to reconstruct prehistoric ecosystems; how these ecosystems adapted to Earths dynamic geological, climatic and human history; and how this information can be used to inform evidence-based conservation management of endangered species and ecosystem restoration. ANGLE: The history of dire wolves - what was their purpose in the ecosystem Will dire wolves and mammoths roam again? What was the dire wolf?    Prof. Yolandi Coetzer - Associate Professor of Philosophy at the North West University.Prof. Yolandi M. Coetser is an Associate Professor at NWU and founding chair of the Southern African Society for Environmental Philosophy. Her research focuses on animal and environmental ethics, biodiversity conservation, and interdisciplinary approaches that align with the UN’s sustainability goals, blending philosophy with ecological and social justice. Colossal Biosciences' project to revive the once-extinct dire wolf could also prevent existing but endangered animals from slipping into extinction themselves. The direwolves will live on protected land while they grow to their adult size. Let us listen back to an interview on how this project came together. Audio courtesy of Time Magazine.

GUEST: Chris Pappas - Mayor of Umgeni Local Municipality Our next guest argues that if we are serious about service delivery, we need to equip and support local municipalities. He shares his insights on local governance: who holds the purse strings, explains how the levels of government work together , how municipality collects its revenue and accountability. He argues that South Africa can use local government as a centre for revenue collection. To share his insights and his recommendations, we are joined by

Global Recession and Depression Guest: Zimasa Vabaza - Economist, content strategist and entrepreneur In the opinion of some economic analysts, there's a growing concern about a potential global recession or even depression in 2025. This would be the first of its kind since 2007. What are the signs of a recession? What does a depression look like almost 100 years since the last event? One of the trigger points may be the current trade war and the slowing global demand for products. Closer to home, these global trading conditions are already showing signs of weakening emerging markets. South Africa has faced its own challenges with the US politically which has cast doubt on existing trade agreements

Is it time to take a bold stand about smartphones in schools? Guest: Former police commissioner Riah Phiyega- she is now the CEO of  Safer  SA Foundation  Smartphones have become a near-permanent fixture in students’ lives, shaping how they learn, communicate, and navigate the world. But as concerns grow over declining academic performance, rising mental health challenges, and increasing digital distractions, the question arises: is it time to take a bold stand on smartphone use in schools? While technology has its benefits, the constant presence of smartphones in classrooms is disrupting focus, hindering social interaction, and exposing students to risks like cyberbullying. As educators and parents grapple with these challenges, a growing movement is calling for clear boundaries and policies that prioritize learning, wellbeing, and meaningful connection.

Guest: Prof Renata Schoeman, Head of Healthcare Leadership at Stellenbosch Business School Despite one-third of South Africans experiencing a mental health condition and more than 27% of South Africans affected by depression, only 5% of the national healthcare budget is allocated to mental health services. 

Community: - The role and importance of BRAIN BREAKS – how to stretch, move and play your way to optimal productivity at school and work with Gemma Thompson - Head of Development at Good Work 

Civic Education: CheatGPT crisis – SA universities faced with a burgeoning degree of AI-written academic assignments with Charne Lavery, associate professor in English at the University of Pretoria

: Thought leaders ,storytellers and griots:  Stressed and overextended’: nearly ‘half of SA teachers’ eye exit in 10 years with Dr Helen Hofmeyr, lead author of The Teacher Preferences and Job Satisfaction report

Guest: Nico Smith, Petrol Head

GUEST Presenter: KatlegoDanke who is a SAFTA award winning Actress, director, producer, TV Host, MC, Motivational Speaker, Mother

Guest:  Richard Hay is the curator of the Future Africa Campus gardens and the Future Africa Indigenous and Orphan Crops Collection of the Manie van der Schijff Botanical Garden  The University of Pretoria’s Giving Garden remains true to its name. In 2024 it provided around 100 community food gardens in Gauteng with free cuttings, seedlings and tubers of lesser-known and easily grown crop plants. Situated in the heart of the Manie van der Schijff Botanical Garden on the Hatfield Campus, it is also a valuable space for practical training and research on edible orphan and indigenous crops for UP students and staff.

Guest:  Professor Steve Tollman, Director of the SAMRC/Wits Rural Public Health and Health Transitions Research Unit International researchers have introduced two improved tests that could precisely detect cognitive dysfunction in older African adults. These new tools, part of a comprehensive set of 29 assessments, improve upon conventional dementia evaluations commonly used in developed regions

 Guest:  Kutlwano Masote- Conductor In his oratorio, Messiah, German-born English composer Georg Friedrich Handel (1685-1750) gave humanity music with both meaning and artistic appeal. You would have to search deep in the canon of art music to find a work to rival Messiah in this regard and likely fall short. Like all iconic art, it carries mystery and legend. For example, why do we all rise to our feet as soon as the Hallelujah chorus starts, and why did Handel decide to premier this work in Dublin?  

Guest - Vincent Sekwati Mantsoe-world-renowned dancer and choreographer UJ Arts & Culture proudly presents Desert Poems, a powerful solo dance performance by internationally acclaimed choreographer Vincent Sekwati Mantsoe. Taking place on 11 and 12 April 2025 at the Keorapetse William Kgosietsile Theatre, this evocative homecoming marks a significant moment in Mantsoe’s illustrious career.

Guest: Prof David Hedding - Associate Professor in Geography at the University of Pretoria Currently, the main focus of research in the Antarctic revolves around climate change because the White Continent is a good barometer for changes in global cycles. It has a unique and fragile environment. It’s an extreme climate which makes it highly sensitive to any changes in global climate and atmospheric conditions. Importantly, the Antarctic remains relatively untouched by humans, so we are able to study processes and responses of natural systems.

Guest: Amimi Mlaba- owner and manager of iSithumba Travels Guest: StreetLit project Manager- Illa Thompson

Let’s speak about unlocking the creative economy in South Africa Guest: Xhanti Payi- senior Economist @ PwC Guest: Collen Dlamini, Head of Public Affairs at Investing in African Mining

Guest: Dr Armand Bam is the head of Social Impact at Stellenbosch Business School.

Guest: Dr. Linda Ncube-Nkomo - Chief Executive Officer at the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund

Guest: Dr. Ismail Largadien - Political Economist and Columnist for Daily Maverick as well as Business Day

Shamiso Chideme -Senior Client Relationship Manager at Tshikululu Social Investment  

GUEST: NICO SMITH, PETROL HEAD

GUEST: Dr Rajesh Bhoola a GP from Netcare Rehabilitation Hospital team that helps people who have had limb injury or amputation to adapt to life afterwards and maximise their independenceJSB HEALTH GUEST Dr Rajesh Bhoola a GP from Netcare Rehabilitation Hospital team that helps people who have had limb injury or amputation to adapt to life afterwards and maximise their independenceJSB HEALTH GUEST Dr Rajesh Bhoola a GP from Netcare Rehabilitation Hospital team that helps people who have had limb injury or amputation to adapt to life afterwards and maximise their independence

Caf Champions league clashes and violence • Where to for Royal AMGUEST: THANDUXOLO MXOLI - SABC Sportscaster

Local Non-Profit Organisation Project Rhino has been shortlisted for international funding from the European Outdoor Conservation Association. At a time where many organisations have lost international funding, this opportunity, if successful, would cover some much- needed rhino protection. The organisation was selected as one of sixteen finalists from hundreds of applications. Through a process of public voting, winners will be selected.GUEST: Grant Fowlds, director from Project Rhino

TOPIC: #JSBFood Three Ships Whisky Takes the Crown as World’s Best Blended Whisky! GUEST Wallies Uys- Lead Spirits Intrinsic at Heineken Beverages South Africa - Three Ships is under Heineken Beverages South Africa#LocalIsLekker, raise your glasses, whisky lovers! South Africa is making waves on the global whisky stage, with the Three Ships Whisky Bourbon Cask officially crowned the World’s Best Blended Whisky at the prestigious 2025 World Whiskies Awards.

GUEST: IAN COHEN - Bassist Bright  Blue

GUEST: ATHENA MAZARAKIS - Choreographer, Performer, Somatic arts educator, Arts manager and Embodied mindfulness practitioner.

GUEST: THINUS FERREIRA - TV Critic,  Writer & Journalist

GUEST: LEKA MHLOPHE -Masters  Graduate in Molecular Biology at Stellenbosch University    

GUEST: DR. BEULAH PRETORIUS -  Researcher in the Department of Animal Science and Extraordinary Lecturer in the School of Health Systems and Public Health University of Pretoria    

GUEST: THANDUXOLO MXOLI - SABC  Sportscaster

GUEST: AYESHA LAHER - Environmental Scientist

GUEST: RAYMOND LANGA - Group CEO of Leagas Delaney South Africa The Confidence Gap: A Deep Reflection on Leadership and Self-Doubt, Can you really have it all? by Raymond Langa,   

GUEST: HAMILTON MOSWATHUPA  Specialist Water Management and Hydrogeology, Anglo American.  

GUEST: PROF. BRUCE MELLADO - Senior Scientist at NRF-iThemba LABS; Research Professor in the School of Physics at the University of the Witwatersrand; and Director of the Institute for Collider Particle Physics. Covid 19… 5 years on lessons learnt  

GUEST: JOHN CLARKE - Activist  Why Whistleblowing is as critical as ever   

GUEST: ANGELA DEH - Clinical Psychologist The State of Being Happy; learning the balance of living with and without happiness       

GUEST: PROF JASPER KNIGHT - Professor at the School of Geography, Archaeology and Environmental Studies Wits University  Myanmar and Thailand earthquake death toll rises to more than 1,600 as search for survivors continues  

GUEST: NIREN TOLSI - Journalist, Research Associate at the Society Work and Politics Institute at the University of the Witwatersrand Writing Around the Wicket: Race, Class and History in South African Cricket by Niren Tolsi      

GUEST: CHARISSA BLOOMBERG -Integrity Leadership specialist, accredited Emotional Intelligence facilitator Integrity and Whistleblowing   

GUEST: ANDREA NATTRASS - Publisher at Pan Macmillan Pan Macmillan South Africa celebrates 21 years of local publishing in 2025, highlighting its commitment to producing titles and supporting authors.  

GUEST: PAUL SLABOLEPSZY - Actor and playwright (remembers the first time he witnessed Athol Fugard, John Kani, and Winston Ntshona in Sizwe Banzi Is Dead GUEST: JANICE HONEYMAN - Director, Playwright, Teacher ‍ and Theatremaker  GUEST: PIETER DIRK UYS - Performer, author, satirist, and social activist. GUEST: MANNIE MANIM - Co-founder of the Market Theatre Songs: 

GUEST: GRIFFIN SHEA - Author and Owner of Independent books store Bridge Books in downtown Jhb

 GUEST: BATYA BRICKER - GM Books and Brand for Exclusive Books  

GUEST: MPUMELELO BOND NYOKA -Lawyer and Legal Analyst