The Jet Set Breakfast
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TRAVEL: For Women’s Month, Ondela Mlandu, communications and multimedia specialist and travel writer, joins The Alternative Breakfast to explore some of the best destinations in Africa and South Africa for women travelling solo — from culturally rich cities and coastal escapes to mountains, wildlife and small-town getaways
Aug 16, 202611 min
Chartered Accountant and digital entrepreneur Xitsundzuxo Sithole joins us to explore how ordinary South Africans can turn existing professional skills, knowledge and practical expertise into legitimate digital income streams without needing significant capital, technical expertise or a massive social-media following
Aug 16, 202610 min
Nico Smit joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack the latest developments, trends and talking points in the motoring world, with a focus on what they mean for South African motorists and car buyers.
Aug 16, 202615 min
As social-media creators increasingly find their way into film, television and commercial casting, this conversation asks whether South Africa's acting industry is still rewarding training and performance above all else — or whether followers, digital influence and audience reach have become part of the audition. We are joined by Palesa Madisakwane, Veteran actress , and Businesswoman
Aug 16, 202615 min
Professor Janelize Morelli of North-West University joins us to explore whether music and community performance can move people beyond simply coping towards genuine wellbeing, strengthen social connection, and help young South Africans navigate an increasingly fragmented society.
Aug 16, 20265 min
NEWS ROUNDUP: The Alternative Breakfast examines the argument made by Writer, Blogger and social commentator Nco Dube that while South Africa’s police uniforms and political order changed after 1994, elements of an old policing culture may have survived — raising difficult questions about lethal force, constitutional accountability and a public increasingly willing to accept violence in the name of fighting crime
Aug 16, 202616 min
REFLECTIONS: Itumeleng Makgetla joins The Alternative Breakfast to reflect on whether South Africa’s democratic transition resolved the conflicts inherited from apartheid, or whether the country achieved political peace while leaving the deeper socioeconomic tensions around inequality, land, unemployment, race, migration and trust in government largely unresolved
Aug 16, 202618 min
SOCIALS: Ocean L and special guest Adrian Hughes unpack the growing call by South African TikTok creators to boycott the platform on 1 September over concerns about creator monetisation, asking whether deleting the app can genuinely shift the balance of power between creators and the platform
Aug 16, 202610 min
WOMANS MONTH: Dr. Olayinka Adeniyi, legal academic and human rights researcher at the University of Pretoria, joins us to examine why South Africa's celebration of women's resilience must evolve into a deeper conversation about the unpaid care work, institutional failures and structural inequalities that continue to shape women's daily lives.
Aug 11, 20267 min
PARENTING: We are joined by clinical and public health specialist, Lerato Radebe, we are focusing on : The cost of eating well and we ask: has healthy eating become a luxury in South Africa?, and what are we feeding our children with such an over saturation of fast foods restaurants?
Aug 11, 202615 min
Bongiwe Zwane, SABC News Anchor and Host of Weekend View on SAfm, joins us live from the official National Women's Day celebrations where President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to deliver the keynote address, bringing us the atmosphere on the ground and the key issues likely to shape his message
Aug 11, 202616 min
NEWS ROUNDUP: The day the country heard its daughters…and we ask: are today’s women speaking in a collective voice?
Aug 11, 202626 min
Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga joins us to unpack whether South Africans are becoming less loyal to political parties ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections, and what is now driving voter behaviour in an increasingly competitive political landscape.
Aug 9, 202619 min
Breastfeeding advocate and lactation consultant Chantell Witten joins us to discuss why successful breastfeeding depends on more than a mother's determination, exploring the support, education and policies needed to give every baby the healthiest possible start.
Aug 9, 202620 min
Motoring expert Nico Smit joins us with the latest developments from the automotive industry and shares practical advice on how South Africans can safely buy quality vehicles at auction while avoiding costly mistakes.
Aug 9, 202616 min
Award-winning playwright and founder of the HerStory International Theatre Festival, Napo Masheane, joins us to discuss how this year's festival is honouring 70 years since the historic 1956 Women's March by bringing together theatre, music, poetry and storytelling to celebrate women's voices while positioning QwaQwa as a destination for cultural exchange and artistic excellence.
Aug 9, 202611 min
Founder and Director of I AM ART, Ayanda Gumede-Donnell, joins us to explore how South Africa's first mobile walk-in gallery is breaking down barriers to art by taking exhibitions directly into communities, making creativity more accessible, inclusive, and part of everyday life.
Aug 9, 202610 min
Writer and director Sandulela Asanda joins us to unpack the bold, funny and deeply human coming-of-age film Black Burns Fast, exploring why authentic queer stories belong in the mainstream as the film arrived in South African cinemas on 31 July.
Aug 2, 202610 min
As Women's Month begins, Dr. Criselda Kananda, Tribute To Women Ambassador and Chairperson of the Malibongwe Arts Festival Foundation, joins us to reflect on how Tribute To Women 2026 uses music, culture and storytelling to honour the legacy of the 1956 Women's March while celebrating the women shaping South Africa today.
Aug 2, 202614 min
Motoring expert Nico Smit joins us for our weekly motoring roundup, unpacking the biggest automotive news, industry developments and driving trends shaping South Africa and the global car market.
Aug 2, 20269 min
Dr Aubrey Makgotloe joins us to unpack why diabetes is causing devastating complications in Black South Africans, and how early intervention can prevent blindness, amputations, kidney failure and other life-altering outcomes and Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi explains the causes of diabetes ranking for South Africans.
Aug 2, 202629 min
Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga unpacks the week's biggest political developments, from the intensifying local election campaigns to explosive testimony before the Madlanga Commission and renewed scrutiny of political leadership.
Aug 2, 202621 min
Dr Abimbola Olowa, Interim Director of the Centre for Environmental Justice in Africa at the University of Pretoria, joins us to explore why South Africa may need specialised environmental courts to better protect communities from pollution and environmental harm.
Jul 25, 20268 min
Joe Setladi, Founder and CEO of Ludo League South Africa, joins us to discuss his ambitious vision of transforming one of South Africa's most-loved board games into the country's first homegrown national sport.
Jul 25, 202612 min
Motoring journalist Nico Smit joins us for our weekly look at the biggest trends, industry news and practical motoring advice, while answering your car questions live on air.
Jul 25, 202612 min
Dr Matshidiso Sello, Senior Researcher at the University of Johannesburg's Centre for Social Development in Africa (CSDA), joins us to unpack why a new study showing a sharp rise in underweight children in Gauteng should concern every South African—not just parents.
Jul 25, 202613 min
Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga unpacks the week's biggest political and governance stories, explaining what they mean for accountability, the rule of law, and the direction of South Africa's democracy.
Jul 25, 202623 min
REINVENTING YOUR CAREER WHEEL – We are talking to Nomsa Mdhuli – founder and CEO of Tishala Communications about what it takes to rebuild a career after retrenchment and explore practical strategies for long-term success. How do you navigate retrenchment and mid-career uncertainties?
Jul 19, 202618 min
Our resident Gen Z voice, Ocean L, joins us to unpack the week's biggest viral moments—from the BMW security guard controversy to Donald Trump's jab at FIFA President Gianni Infantino—and what they reveal about accountability, respect, cancel culture and how social media is shaping public opinion.
Jul 19, 20267 min
Social impact leader Sharmi Surianarain joins us for a deeply personal conversation exploring why caring about the problems around us doesn't always translate into action—and what it really takes for ordinary people to become agents of change.
Jul 19, 202627 min
Fashion designer, celebrity stylist and founder of Lindani Ndwandwa, Lindani Styling, joins us to explore how South Africans are turning pre-loved clothing into bold fashion statements, proving that great style is no longer defined by price tags but by creativity and individuality.
Jul 19, 202614 min
Writer, blogger and social commentator Nco Dube joins us to unpack the quiet erosion of South Africa's middle class and what its growing financial insecurity means for the country's economy, democracy and social fabric.
Jul 19, 202614 min
Senior Governance & Compliance Manager and Rhino Peak Challenge 2026 Ambassador, Lesego Moloko, joins us to share why he's swapping the boardroom for the mountains in a bid to raise funds to protect South Africa's endangered wildlife.
Jul 19, 20266 min
Veteran music producer, music executive and industry commentator Mjakes (Mojalefa) Thebe joins us to explore how South African music continues to reinvent itself, using the meteoric rise of Lekompo as a window into the country's ever-changing musical landscape.
Jul 19, 202616 min
Motoring expert Nico Smit joins us for his weekly look at the latest developments shaping the automotive world, unpacking the trends, innovations and industry news every driver should know.
Jul 19, 202618 min
As South Africa marks Mandela Day, we speak to Brown Lekekela, CEO and Founder of Green Door, about whether non-profit organisations are still driving meaningful social change and what genuine community support looks like beyond one-day acts of charity.
Jul 19, 202610 min
Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga joins us to unpack two of the week's most significant political developments, examining what the Madlanga Commission and Parliament's latest ethics findings reveal about accountability, oversight and public trust in South Africa's institutions.
Jul 19, 202615 min
REFLECTIONS: Professor Thuli Madonsela, Director of the Centre for Social Justice at Stellenbosch University, joins us for a thoughtful reflection on whether South Africa can protect the dignity of migrants while responsibly addressing immigration, resource pressures and the legitimate concerns of local communities through an Ubuntu-centred social justice approach
Jul 13, 202627 min
THOUGHTS: Researcher, PhD candidate, social commentator and political analyst Zulungile Silinda joins us to examine how hierarchy, workplace culture and leadership within South Africa's public healthcare system shape the wellbeing of healthcare workers and, ultimately, the quality of patient care
Jul 13, 202610 min
PARENTING: Author, writer and publisher Melinda Ferguson joins us for a heartfelt conversation on the legacy of fatherhood, exploring the lessons we inherit from our fathers and what it truly means to be emotionally present in our children's lives
Jul 13, 202619 min
NEWS ROUNDUP: Writer, blogger and social commentator Nco Dube joins us to unpack two thought-provoking reflections on what South Africa's resilience and our obsession with public spectacle reveal about the society we are becoming.
Jul 13, 202628 min
Ocean L, our resident Gen Z commentator, joins us for Coffee Break as we unpack Tyler Perry's highly anticipated Why Did I Get Married Again? and debate whether showing up to a first date with your child—without warning—is a red flag or a green flag.
Jul 12, 20269 min
Acclaimed composer Neo Muyanga and choreographer Elroy join us to unpack The Bacchae – An African Choral Ballet, a bold reimagining of a timeless Greek tragedy through African music, movement and storytelling. ELROY
Jul 12, 202617 min
Motoring expert Nico Smit joins us for our weekly motoring feature, unpacking the latest developments, trends and talking points shaping the South African automotive industry.
Jul 12, 202612 min
Clinical Psychologist Daniel Hollander joins us to explore the difference between healthy fatigue that signals it's time to rest and the internal voice that mistakes necessary recovery for laziness.
Jul 12, 202621 min
Political analyst Dr Ralph Mathekga helps us unpack three major governance stories that raise critical questions about corruption, accountability and the state of local government in South Africa
Jul 12, 20268 min
REFLECTIONS: Professor Larry Diamond, one of the world's leading scholars on democracy and political sociology, joins The Alternative Breakfast to examine whether South Africa can protect its democracy from rising authoritarian populism by rebuilding public trust, strengthening institutions and ensuring democracy delivers for its people
Jul 6, 202632 min
THOUGHTS: Renowned clinical psychologist Mzamo Mbuli joins The Alternative Breakfast to explore why so many South African boys and men continue to suffer in silence
Jul 6, 202610 min
PARENTING FEATURE: Coach Pheladi Morakile and Puseletso Modimogale join The Alternative Breakfast for a thoughtful conversation on why children's endless questions are an opportunity to build trust, confidence and stronger parent-child relationships, while exploring how parents can cultivate greater patience in today's demanding world
Jul 6, 202620 min
NEWS ROUNDUP: Social commentator, writer and blogger Nco Dube joins The Alternative Breakfast to unpack whether South Africa's corruption crisis is rooted in political parties or in the systems of power that make corruption possible, regardless of who governs.
Jul 6, 202621 min