Durban-born singer Keziah Rebekah joins us to share her journey from singing at family gatherings to recording for local films and building a strong social media following.

She opens up about her vocal training, performing alongside Boney M, her passion for community work, and the inspiration behind her latest single, “Just a Whole.”

An uplifting conversation with one of South Africa’s promising young voices.

Lotus FM welcomes legendary tabla maestro Pt. Sadanand Naimpalli for an inspiring conversation about his seven-decade journey in Indian classical music. From receiving the President’s Award at just 16 to leaving a successful engineering career to pursue music full-time, he reflects on passion, sacrifice, mentorship under Pandit Taranath Rao, and his continued commitment to teaching and performing. We also highlight his upcoming ‘Taal to Stage’ workshop and the Anandotsav Classical Concert in Durban.

Microloans and Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) services are making borrowing easier than ever but at what cost? In this episode, Tina Manyanya shares insights on how BNPL works, the risks of delayed payments, and why budgeting and saving remain the smarter long-term financial choices. A must-listen for anyone navigating debt, spending, and financial responsibility.

Festival Curator Shafinaaz Hassim joins us to discuss the 29th edition of the Time of the Writer Festival, presented by the Centre for Creative Arts. Under the theme “Ink-stitutions of Power,” this year’s festival brings together leading authors and public intellectuals including Fred Khumalo, Njabulo Ndebele, Antjie Krog, and Ebrahim Fakir for thought-provoking conversations on literature, power, politics, and storytelling.

In this Lifestyle feature, we sit down with Mzi Kaka, Lecturer at The Academy of Sound Engineering, to unpack the often-unseen role of the radio producer. From shaping on-air content and managing live broadcasts to navigating digital platforms and commercial pressures, Mzi shares insight into what truly goes on behind the microphone. We also explore the future of radio storytelling in the age of Artificial Intelligence and offer honest advice for young people considering a career in broadcasting.

As Valentine’s Day approaches, we unpack the dark side of digital romance with cyber safety expert Michael Buswell. From catfishing tactics and emotional manipulation to AI deepfakes and online photo risks, we explore how romance scammers operate, who they target, and the red flags to watch out for. With millions lost to online love scams, this is a must-listen conversation on protecting your heart  and your wallet in the digital age.

Rising comedian Akhil Maharaj joins the show to share his journey from Richards Bay to national comedy stages. He chats about his personal-life-inspired comedy style, performing at major showcases, promoting local talent, and navigating trends like dad jokes and political humour. A fun, insightful conversation about SA comedy, the business behind it, and what’s next for one of the country’s emerging stars.

Singer-songwriter duo Cameron Emmanuel and Lequicia Astrid join The Lunch Break for a Valentine’s-themed catch-up, reflecting on life after their hit Favourite Person. They share how making music together has strengthened their relationship, discuss wedding performances, upcoming projects, and the impact of digital streaming on their reach. The duo also talk love, creativity, future plans, and end the conversation with heartfelt advice for romantics — and a special live musical moment for listeners.

Rising Cape Town comedian Tristan Perry joins us for a lively conversation about his journey into stand-up comedy, fresh off his appearance at the Newcomer Comedy Showcase. He shares how his everyday experiences shape his storytelling, compares Cape Town and Joburg comedy audiences, and reflects on life on stage — from confidence-building moments to potential embarrassments. Tristan also opens up about the realities of making a living in comedy, his influences, and his future goals in entertainment, including whether comedy is the career path he plans to pursue long term.

In this finance-focused conversation, Eshmael Mpabanga, Country Head at Intellect Design Arena South Africa, unpacks the growing risk facing financial institutions known as the “renovator’s trap.” He explains why incremental digital upgrades are no longer enough and why CEOs must take ownership of architectural redesigns to ensure long-term resilience.