Stacey & J Sbu

A couple of days ago, we heard the big news that Top Billing, a luxury lifestyle TV show, is returning to our screens. You'll remember that it was cancelled in 2019, after having been on our TV screens for 25 years. Now, you know that Top Billing is synonymous to nostalgia, and it got me thinking.

Remember the days when airport final boarding calls were personalised? Or when a Friday night meant browsing the aisles of Mr Video, picking out a VHS or DVD for movie night?

We dove into the warm fuzzies of the past and asked you what’s the one thing that no longer exists but you wish it did?

Here's what you had to say!

Right now, across South Africa, social media is turning purple. Profile pictures, timelines, stories, all drenched in a colour that’s become a symbol of pain, power, and protest. But this isn’t just a trend. It’s a cry for help. It’s a demand for change, because in this country, a woman is murdered every 2.5 hours. Because 117 rape cases are reported every single day and thousands more go unspoken. Because women and children are being violated in their homes, in their communities, and in their silence.

The G20 Women's Shutdown, led by Women for Change, coincides with the G20 Leaders' Summit, which will be held in Johannesburg on 22 and 23 November. They are urging participants to avoid spending money for the entire day. The aim is to demonstrate the scale of the economic and social impact that women and LGBTQI+ individuals hold in their daily lives and what happens when their voices and labour are withdrawn.

Additionally, as part of the shutdown, participants are being called to take part in a symbolic moment of silence at 12pm: lying down for 15 minutes to honour the 15 women who are murdered every day in this country. It’s a powerful gesture meant to reflect both the scale of the tragedy and the urgency for change.

Supporters of the shutdown are calling on the government to immediately declare GBV and femicide a national disaster. This, they argue, would trigger nationwide mobilisation of resources and political focus.

On Friday, 21 November, women across South Africa plan to bring the country to a standstill.

J Sbu's trip to the mall today had him thinking hard about a certain box of biscuits that usually only come around toward the end of the year - Choice Assorted.

After sharing his favourite biscuit, Stacey Norman, Sports Lead Nick Tatham and Shaina-Rae (in for traffic reporter Andi James), joined the conversation with their own opinions.

Here's who won the great biscuit debate!

At just 15-years-old, Shreeya Mahadeo stands as one of South Africa’s most promising young chess talents. A pupil at Durban Girls' College, her journey began at the age of seven when her father, Sebastian, first introduced her to the game. Since then, her passion and determination have propelled her to the international stage, where she will soon represent South Africa at the Commonwealth Chess Championships in Malaysia.

Shreeya’s path has not been without obstacles. She recalls moments of discouragement, particularly when international tournaments felt out of reach due to financial challenges. “I felt demotivated when it came to international trips because we couldn’t actually afford it,” she shares. However, the launch of her BackaBuddy campaign has reignited her hope. “Now that we’ve started the BackaBuddy campaign, I have the opportunity to learn, gain experience, and represent my country, something I’m really happy to do.”

Listen to the full conversation!

The travelling season is upon us and some people go on holiday to do absolutely nothing. Others pack three backpacks and lose their sleep chasing sunsets. This afternoon on the Great Drive Debate Stacey and J Sbu asked you: Which kind of holiday actually makes you better, the rest or the rush?

Here's what you had to say...

Black Friday is just a couple of weeks away, and shoppers across South Africa are already gearing up for one of the biggest retail events of the year. It’s that time when deals flood our timelines.

When the discounts start flashing, do you stick to your budget and shop smart, or do you give in to the thrill and buy impulsively?

Here's what you had to say...

South African cricket fans felt a familiar sting of heartbreak on Sunday as the Proteas Women gave their all in a fierce World Cup final clash against India in Mumbai, ultimately falling short by 52 runs.

Though the dream slipped away, the Proteas Women walked off the field with pride - not as defeated players, but as warriors who proved, once again, that South African cricket has the heart, talent, and tenacity to stand among the best in the world.

Nick Tatham takes us through the ins and outs of the game!

Every Thursday around this time, we detail some of the wildest confessions from the streets of Mzansi. We get YOU to weigh in on your unfiltered thoughts.

Anonymous said: "I used to think marriage was the dream, flowers, surprise dates, happily ever after. What a joke. Now my life is an endless cycle of cooking, cleaning, and picking up his disgusting stained underwear off the floor. Ladies, if you think being a housewife is glamorous, wake up. There’s nothing dreamy about losing yourself in someone else’s mess. And to top it off, we can’t even have kids, so what’s left? Nothing. Absolutely nothing to look forward to.”

Here's what you had to say...

Stacey and J Sbu asked you what you enjoy popping in your bag when you leave your hotel after a stay.

Thalia from Chatsworth spoke about her love for collecting sugar while Marchelle chanelled her inner Ross from Friends - "take the salt, not the shaker."

We heard a story about towels and another about hotel gowns.

If you missed it live, listen in!

Across social media and workplace forums, opinions are split. Some older professionals argue that Gen Z, born roughly between 1995 and 2012, lacks resilience, discipline, and respect for hierarchy.

Others praise their boldness, digital fluency, and strong emphasis on mental health and purpose-driven work.

In South Africa, where Gen Z is expected to make up 40% of the workforce by 2030, this generational tension is impossible to ignore.

Those who believe employers should adapt say Gen Z brings fresh ideas, values, and flexibility that modern workplaces need. Studies show that 86% of Gen Zs consider purpose key to job satisfaction, while 77% value work-life balance above all else.