Conrad is South Africa’s top comedy ventriloquist, and possibly the only one, and is a double International Emmy nominated comedian. His most famous puppet, Chester Missing, has won numerous awards in his own right, including being the first re

Influencers

Mar 12th, 2019 39m 51s

This week on 5Talks we take a look at influencer culture. On the show we chat to Eitan Stern of Legalese SA (www.legalese.co.za) to get an understanding of what you need to know if looking in to becoming an influencer. We also chat to popular 1

Claire Johnston (Mango Groove)

Feb 26th, 2019 45m 13s

This week on 5talks we chat to lead singer of the South African fusion band Mango Groove, Claire Johnston. Born in the United Kingdom, she has been a South African resident for most of her life. During her senior high school year, she joined th

Dr Botlhale Tema

Feb 12th, 2019 37m 56s

This week on 5Talks, Dr Botlhale Tema, retired Director of the African Union (AU) Commission and Chief Director responsible for international cooperation at the Department of Science & Technology. She was the first Secretary General of the Sout

Johnny Clegg

Jan 22nd, 2019 46m 2s

Today on 5Talks Nick Hamman chats to South African legend, musician, and anthropologist, Johnny Clegg. Chatting about his music and what it meant to not only South Africans, but the world, his work and ideas as an anthropology lecturer at WITS,

Looking After Yourself this Festive Season

Dec 11th, 2018 39m 45s

For this 5Talks, we take a look at how to stay “healthy” this festive season. We discuss everything you need to know to look after yourself. Guests on the show included:* Dr Darren Green, Health and Wellness Expert* Russel Meiring, ER24 Spokesp

16 Days of Activism

Nov 27th, 2018 39m 29s

This week on 5Talks, Nick chats to Colonel Celeste van der Klashorst (Commander SECI (Serial and Electronic Crimes Investigations) FCS (Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences) at the SAPS), Palesa Mpapa (Legal and Advocacy Manage

Movember 2018

Nov 13th, 2018 37m 29s

This week on 5Talks, Nick engages with experts and fellow ambassadors of men's health for MoVember. Chatting issues that are aimed at highlighting both physical and mental health. Guests on the show include:* Country Manager for Movember SA, Ga

Desiree-Anne Martin

Oct 30th, 2018 41m 15s

This week on 5Talks we chat to Desiree-Anne Martin. She is a Cape Town based author, whose debut memoir "We Don’t Talk About IT. Ever” was recently published. She is an addictions counsellor and a recovering addict. In her book she tells of her

Landa Mabenge

Oct 16th, 2018 42m 41s

Today on the show, we chat to Landa Mabenge, about his life story told through his book “Becoming Him” a trans memoir of triumph. “Both heart breaking and uplifting, “Becoming Him” is a groundbreaking story of torture and triumph, bravely openi

Dr Sandile Kubekha

Sep 25th, 2018 36m 49s

We chat to youngest qualified doctor in South Africa, was recently voted the fourth most influential South African. He started school at 5, and matriculated at 15. We spoke about the challenges of advancing so early, his plans for the future, a

Riaan Manser

Sep 18th, 2018 28m 25s

During the 5Talks we chat about his difficult childhood, and the impact it has had in overcoming adversity. We find out what it means to him exploring the world with someone else...namely his wife (Vasti), and then we chat about his latest proj

Christy Chilimigras

Aug 28th, 2018 47m 25s

Nick chats 24 year south African writer Christy Chilimigras. Christy is a freelance writer who’s first book ‘Things Even Gonzalez Cant Fix’ has been hailed as a triumph by critics who praise is for its uncompromising honesty and brutal sense of

Yvonne Chaka Chaka

Aug 14th, 2018 41m 24s

From Sugar Shack, to the United Nations, this incredible woman has recently received her second doctorate from Rhodes University. She is the first African woman to receive the World Economic Forum Crystal Award, she has a BET global award. Her

Thami Pooe (Tshimong)

Jul 17th, 2018 42m 7s

For this edition of 5Talks, we are asking the question of “What are the youth of today doing to solve the country’s problems”. To help understand, we chat to Managing Director of Tshimong, the school of public speaking, Thamie Pooe. Tshimong is

Shaun Tomson

Jun 26th, 2018 42m 9s

Nick chats to SA surfing legend, Shaun Tomson. Broadcasting live from the Ballito Pro, we catch up with Shaun about his career in surfing, the impact he has made locally and abroad , as well as his work with the Positive Wave Tour

Mandy Wiener

Jun 19th, 2018 47m 53s

For this edition of #5Talks Nick chats to author and respected investigative journalist, Mandy Wiener.Mandy is the author of Killing Kebble, My Second Initiation, Behind The Door, and her latest book - Ministry Of Crime, which delves deep into

Tim Jenkin

May 22nd, 2018 52m 7s

Nick sits down with the apartheid activist and political prisoner who famously escaped from Pretoria prison in the 70's. His life story is being made into a movie starring Daniel Radcliffe.

Streaming Music

May 8th, 2018 40m 38s

How much do we really understand about music streaming services? We chat to Eitan Stern (Legalese), Craig McLeod (Build), Gillian Ezra (Deezer South Africa), and Wendy Verwey Bekker (LabsFM) to find out how these services are changing the game

5TALKS: Stephen Grootes

Apr 10th, 2018 48m 26s

This week on #5Talks we chat to the newly appointed host of SAFM's Sunrise show, Stephen Grootes. We find out from the award-winning journalist about his career, and the plans for his new show

Millennials

Mar 27th, 2018 42m 16s

Today on 5Talks, we discuss Millennials. Following the recent Youth Opinion Survey by SPACE we try to get a better understanding of the South African Millennial mindset. Guests on the show include, Marcel Harper (Senior Consultant at Top Talent

VAT Increase

Mar 13th, 2018 41m 44s

On 5Talks today we chatted about the 1% increase in VAT, our guests included:Mr Mpho Legote (Director for Vat, Excise and Subnational Taxes at National Treasury), Sizwe Pamla (National Spokesman of Cosatu), Xhanti Payi (Consulting economist and

Jeremy Maggs

Feb 27th, 2018 56m 58s

This week on 5Talks we chat to South African media legend, Jeremy Maggs. From radio, to Who Wants to Be a Millionaire, and his latest book "Win!". We find out what his take is on the current state of South African media

Understanding Listeriosis

Feb 13th, 2018 40m 24s

The death toll in South Africa around the listeriosis outbreak is the worst documented in global history. We discuss the disease and try and understand why we are in this situation. Guests include:Dr Lucia Anelich, who has a PhD in Microbiology

Protests: What happens when you find yourself in a protest

Jan 23rd, 2018 29m 28s

This week on 5Talks we find out what happens when you are involved (in one way or another) in a protest.Guests include:- Edna Mamonyane (JMPD Spokesperson)- Thomas Reisenberger (Legalese SA)