According to a recent survey by South African Book Development Council, six out of every ten South Africans older than 16 live in households without a single book. Libraries play a big role in providing access to books, films, internet access and other future-enabling information. Libraries also ensure a community’s vitality and promote strong social ties. Our next guest has launched a campaign to re-stock the libraries of Alexandra Township, with a little help from the recycling Trolley Guys.

Guest: John Davenport – Chief Creative Officer at Havas Africa

As thousands of young people anxiously wait for their Matric Results, parents may be equally anxious about their children’s future. The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (SADAG) have reiterated the importance of identifying signs of emotional distress. Our next guest will help our parents navigate ways to support and validate their young adults during this important time of their lives.

Guest:  Adele du Plessis – Clinical Psychologist

1. #NalediChirwa (EFF MP calls out the President on his leadership)
2. #MatricResults (Afriforum application succeeded and High Court rules for results to be released)
3. #FestiveSeason (1685 people passed on our roads and 14 percent increase since last year)
4. #Kenya (Supreme Court began hearings into constitutional review bill)
5. #NetballQuadSeries (Proteas playing England, Australia and New Zealand | Preparations for 2022 Commonwealth Games off to a rocky start)

Guest:  Adekunle Owolabi - Social Commentator

Traditionally, saffron is produced in the sub-continent: Iran and India. By 2027, the industry is set to be worth R22 billion. Our next guest was convinced that this spice could be grown on South African soil and spent the last four year researching the feasibility of this business. Starting from small trials in Johannesburg, he has expanded to a 2,5 hectare farm in the Karoo

Guest: Bennie Engelbrecht – Founder of Saffricon

Spiritual practice, in its many forms, has undergone a dramatic modern resurgence as more and more people seek guidance from the ‘higher powers’ given the complexities of our world today. The new normal of covid-19 has forced us to take stock of both our physical and spiritual well-being like never before. South African actor, MC and traditional spiritualist Gift Sebiloane shares some of the unpleasant life encounters he had to endure before accepting his ancestral calling.

Guest:  Gift Sebiloane - Actor, MC and Traditional Spiritualist

1. #RassieErasmus (SA Director of Rugby is back at work and his daughters are thankful for twitter's support during the 2 month ban)
2. #Maimane (One Movement leader accuses Parliament of dragging its feet on the Electoral Act)
3. #MondliGungubele (President Ramaphosa appoints the Minister in the Presidency as the new head of the State Security Agency)
4. #Mali (Civilians protest sanctions imposed by ECOWAS & backed by France/USA)
5. #LifeEsidimeni (Hannah Jacobus testified that time frame was too short for moving patients)

Guest:  Lorato Tshenkeng - Social Commentator

1. #NovakDjokovic (Australia deported tennis star and World #1 will not defend Australian Open title)
2. #Eskom (DA hits out at power utility for proposed price hike)
3. #MotiBrothers (Family representative breaks silence on interdict filed against SAPS)
4. #BathobileMlangeni (Security guard who allegedly stole R4 million in black bags caught)
5. #Tonga (Tsunami warning issued by US West Coast | Volcano eruption on the island of Tonga)

Guest:  Busisiwe Radebe - Social Commentator

It has been just over two weeks into the New Year and social media is abuzz around 05h00 as many get going on their new fitness and nutritional goals. For some, the challenge is not starting the journey but staying motivated and overcome negative self-talk. For others, the challenge lies in making these healthier habits a long-term commitment. Our next guest will tell us how we can make small changes and overcoming sugar addiction can help us make those new health goals stick.

Guest:  Sam Hlonyana – Author of Life After Dieting & Founder of 90 Day Movement

It’s fire season in the Western Cape and many officials are on high alert as the rate of wildfires have increased due to climate change. These wildfires has destabilized ratio between young, medium and old fynbos. Whilst fynbos require fire to germinate, frequent fires may destroy the younger species of the plant entirely. Our next guest explains the importance of ecological burn when it comes to biodiversity management and the dangers of wildfires

Guest:  Deon Roussouw - Integrated Catchment Specialist for Disaster and Climate Response at Cape Nature

1. #KanyeWest (Netflix documentary set to be released next month)
2. #Cher (Pop legend opens up about beauty in her seventies)
3. #Shimza (Twitter trolls DJ over not cleaning his socks)
4. #Mampintsha (Producer revealed what he charges for a feature in a song)
5. #AaronMoloisi (Media personality launches online radio channel)

Guest:  Refuwe Letsooa – Entertainment and Lifestyle Commentator