South African singer Risa Raeanne Moodley and New York-based Indo-Caribbean artist Randy Recklez Ramdin join us to chat about their new collaboration, "Na Na Karte Pyar." They share the story behind reimagining the Bollywood classic, celebrate their shared cultural heritage, reflect on the two-year journey of creating the track, and discuss filming the music video in Durban. It's a conversation about music, identity, and bringing communities together through song.

Retirement planning starts long before your final working day. Finance expert Gary Watkins, Joint CEO and Co-Founder of Quattro Finance Group, shares practical advice on saving early, avoiding common retirement mistakes, understanding Retirement Annuities and the Two-Pot Retirement System, and building a financial plan that supports the lifestyle you want in retirement. Tune in for valuable insights to help secure your financial future.

Durban’s very own versatile musician, composer, and performer Shruti Teeluck was recently named a Young Indian Cultural Ambassador for 2026 by Shruthi UK, in recognition of her outstanding dedication to preserving and advancing Indian classical music and dance. Varshan Sookhun chats to Shruti about her much-deserved music-honour. 

Tune in as Varshan Sookhun chats to the Acting Consul General of India in Johannesburg, His Excellency, Mr. Harish Kumar, will host the 12 International Day of Yoga on the 20th of June at the Randburg Cricket Club in Johannesburg, one of the most widely attended Yoga events in Africa. This year’s commemoration seeks to bring together people from all walks of life in the spirit of wellness, unity and collective wellbeing.

This Youth Month, we explore how Unmute Dance Theatre is empowering young people through inclusive arts education. Director Nadine McKenzie discusses how the organisation creates opportunities for youth with and without disabilities to learn, perform, and thrive together. We examine the role of the arts in fostering confidence, skills, employment readiness, and social inclusion, while highlighting the powerful contribution young people are making towards building a more inclusive South Africa.

Vishwa Shakti's latest dance drama, Beyond the Waves, brings the inspiring story of the Girmitiyas to life through music, dance, and storytelling. Kamal Maharaj joins us to discuss the production, youth involvement in the arts, and the importance of preserving cultural heritage through performance.

We speak with Wayne Sorour about how smart home and building automation is changing the way we approach safety, security, and risk management. From AI-driven surveillance and smart access control to automated lighting and blinds, these technologies are moving beyond luxury features into practical tools for preventing risk and improving response times. We also explore how this shift could influence the insurance industry, including how insurers assess risk and potentially reward smarter, more secure properties.

This episode of The Lunch Break features celebrated South African actress Dr Leleti Khumalo, reflecting on her distinguished three-decade career and recent Honorary Doctorate of Laws. She shares insights into her iconic roles in productions such as Sarafina!, Yesterday, Hotel Rwanda, Invictus, Uzalo, and Imbewu, as well as her journey across theatre, film, and television.

The conversation also explores the return of the remastered Sarafina! to cinemas for Youth Day, its connection to the Soweto Uprising, and South Africa’s growing global recognition in film, including its spotlight at the 2027 Berlinale European Film Market.

We speak to Power and Energy Expert, Professor Vally Padayachee former Executive Manager at Eskom and former Senior Executive at City Power Johannesburg for a deeper analysis of the crisis.

South Africa’s New Entrepreneur of the Year, Taryn Hunter Sharman, shares practical advice on building successful businesses, managing cash flow, choosing sustainable business models, and achieving long-term growth in today’s challenging economic environment. An insightful conversation for entrepreneurs, SME owners, and aspiring business leaders.