http://www.567.co.za 567 Cape Talk - The Podcasts en-us 2006 17 May 2013 2 567webmaster@capetalk.co.za Redi speaks to Zimbawean Human Rights Lawyer Beatrice Mtetwa about her fight for human rights in her country, and her recent wrongful incarceration by Zimbabwean authorities and what it means in light of the recent referendum endorsing the new Zimbabwean constitution. 17 May 2013 Nadia is in the French Riviera for the Cannes Film Festival and shares her conversation with Leonardo Di Caprio. 17 May 2013 Redi speaks to Professor Cyril Karabus from the United Arab Emirates about his ordeal and his continued efforts to try and come home. 16 May 2013 Redi speaks to Jeremy Opperman on corporate mobility for persons with disabilities and the daily challenges faced by disabled peoples in the workplace. 16 May 2013 Redi speaks to Nolwandle Ntshiza from Stanlib on the film they launched that aims at teaching young children financial literacy. 16 May 2013 Redi spoke to the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) general secretary Frans Baleni and the President of Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (Amcu), Joseph Mathenjwa on the contentions around majority versus minority status of unions and the volatile situation at Lonmin. 15 May 2013 Government’s default response to every contentious issue appears to be the establishment of a task team to investigate or act on the problem. Nearly every department sets up these teams, sometimes manned by industry experts, other times by high-profile civil servants, and these are allocated budgets and resources out of the fiscus. Independent political analyst, Ralph Mathekga spoke to Redi about the role and relevance of task teams. 15 May 2013 Redi looks at the bucket toilet system with a particular focus on the Cape Town area after recent comments by Mayor Patricia De Lille that some communities 'prefer' to use bucket toilets. Dr Preggs Govender form the Human Rights Commission joins the conversation to share a report by the commission disputing this. 14 May 2013 Dr Schomer talks to listeners about how to regain trust after a betrayal. He says that an important step is accounting for one’s actions and also coming clean and telling the whole truth. 14 May 2013 Redi takes a look at the circumstances that led to Ludwick Mamabolo who came first in last year's Comrades Marathon, being stripped of his title soon afterwards, only to have it reinstated recently. She speaks to the organisers of the marathon as well as the South African Institute for Drug Free Sport. 14 May 2013 In the Consumer Focus Redi hosts Burger King in an open line to allow consumers to find out exactly what the burger franchise will be offering to the South African consumer, that we do not already have on offer from the various fast food franchises already available on the South African market. 13 May 2013 Nadia was in New Orleans to speak to the cast of the new magic thriller called Now You See Me - Woody Harrelson, Isla Fischer and Jesse Eisenberg. 10 May 2013 Redi speaks to sociology professor at the University of Johannesburg, Dr Peter Alexander about his landmark study on class perceptions in Soweto and how it has revealed that those who view themselves as middle class may not be better off than those living in poverty. 09 May 2013 Redi takes an in depth look at what seems to be a brewing crisis at Charlotte Magxeke hospital who have lost half their anaesthetists because of a policy that doesn't allow them to practice privately. She speaks to Simon Zwane who is the spokesperson for the Gauteng Department of Health as well as the chairperson of the Public Sector Doctors South African Medical Association Phophi Ramathuba. 09 May 2013 Redi speaks to a TUT lecturer Audrey Legodi who, together with her two sisters, has started a career day in her community highlighting the importance of educating high school pupils on their career options. 09 May 2013 Redi speaks to Rhoda Kadalie about her thoughts on affirmative action, and how she believes that the victory against Apartheid has killed white dominance in SA and black people no longer need patronage. 09 May 2013 Redi speaks to leadership guru Adriaan Groenewald about the missing link to healing racial division in SA, and how he believes that white people must formally apologise to black people as the first step to atonement. 09 May 2013 Redi took an in depth look at the recently published study that exposed problems in teaching in the foundational grades 1 to 3, with Nick Taylor from the National Education Development unit. They discuss the complexities of the problem such as teacher training, parental involvement and the course material. 07 May 2013 Redi speaks to emerging markets economist at Stanlib Xhanti Payi about the World Economic Forum and why it will play an important role in assisting Africa to transform its economy and society. 07 May 2013 Dr Schomer takes a look at the symptoms and treatments of food addiction and talks about recent scientific research supporting the assertion that food addiction is similar to narcotics and alcohol addiction. 07 May 2013 Redi speaks to the CEO of Ndalo Media and CEO of Ndalo Luxury Ventures Khanyi Dhlomo about her new luxury pop up store Luminance as well as the upcoming sixth year anniversary of Destiny Magazine and Ndalo Media. Khanyi also shares illuminating insights about her journey as an entrepreneur and what she has learnt. 06 May 2013 In the Consumer Focus Redi speaks to AA spokesperson Gary Ronald about the pitfalls consumers should look out for when purchasing a used car. Particularly the danger of unknowingly purchasing a stolen car or a car that has been involved in a major accident. 06 May 2013 Entertainment Reporter Nadia tells us about the Tony Awards nominees which were announced earlier this week and also looks at the release of Iron Man 3. 05 May 2013 Redi speaks to Brigadier Nolan from the Eldorado Park SAPS as well as concerned mother Deralleen about the drug crisis in the community. 03 May 2013 Redi speaks to the Chaeli Campaign about the work they have done since little Chaeli Mycroft started her campaign for disabled children in 2004. They also speak about the latest project that the campaign has taken on to build a an early childhood development centre for disabled learners. 03 May 2013 Redi takes an in depth a look at company hijackings. She speaks to the commissioner at the Companies and intellectual Property Commission about how this crime is perpertrated and what steps victimised entrepreneurs can take to reclaim their companies. 03 May 2013 Redi speaks to psychologist and HR specialist Brinton Spies about the benefits and costs of allowing employees working from home. He shared some interesting insights about whether or not the current trend of telecommuting would work in SA. 01 May 2013 Dr Helgo Schomer addressed the issue of parental guilt giving parents some useful advice about how to draw the line between manipulation and caring for their children. 01 May 2013 Redi spoke to University of the Witwatersrand student, Nontokozo Mhlungu who recently won the prestigious national Corobrik Architectural Student Award for 2012, for her thesis titled “Hillside Sanctuary: Reception centre for the urban refugee” which explores a refugee’s survival strategies in Johannesburg. Notokzo shared some interesting insights on how our spaces could be better used. 01 May 2013 Redi took an in depth look at the newly passed Protection from Harassment Act with a particular focus on the protection and recourse it offers to children who are being bullied in schools and on social media. 01 May 2013 An increasing number of over indebted consumers are starting to turn to debt counseling as an option to stay afloat in the tough economic times we are faced with. With the growing number of debt counseling applications, consumers need to be aware of the drawbacks they could face when going through the process. 29 April 2013 This weekend it was announced that AgangSA will be registering as a political party and it has been rumoured that the party’s launch will coincide with June 16. Redi spoke to founder Mamphela Ramphele. 29 April 2013 Nadia shares her interview with Ndaba Mandela about the initiative between him and another Mandela grandson to create awareness around Madiba's legacy abroad in partnership with the Tribeca Film Institute. 26 April 2013 Nadia shares her interview with Ndaba Mandela about the initiative between him and another Mandela grandson to create awareness around Madiba's legacy abroad in partnership with the Tribeca Film Institute. 26 April 2013 Redi spoke to one of the graduates of the 10 000 Women Programme which is a five year initiative by Goldman Sachs to invest in under-served women entrepreneurs. Redi also had an in depth conversation with the programme director about how foreign and domestic markets are responding to female entrepreneurs. 25 April 2013 Redi spoke to former Truth and Reconciliation Commission executive secretary and mastermind behind the Scorpions Dr Ruben Richards about defusing gangsterism through industrial action that is inclusive of communities and the gangs. He shared some interesting insights about how he was able to foster the fragile nine month long peace in gang torn Lavender Hill. Dr Richards told Redi that gangsters are leaders of their communities and are the base of power and money that we can tap into. He says the dynamics of the criminal economy is exactly the same as a legitimate economy, and therefore gang leaders must be seen as CEOs of their industries. 25 April 2013 The modern-day taboos that shape how we behave, most of the time without us noticing, are subtle social conventions that influence our conduct with each other. 24 April 2013 Ward 115 in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg is holding a by-election Wednesday morning to elect a new councilor following the resignation of ward Councilor Susan Mottrom. The open line Tuesday was dominated with calls from residents disgruntled with their councilors. It came to light that most residents felt that they were represented inadequately by the councilors they have elected. 24 April 2013 The Centre for Child Law, Legal Aid SA, the Black Sash and the Children’s Institute are concerned that the foster care system is failing to assist family members caring for orphaned children. This is not a new problem but has been occurring since 2002 when the numbers of orphans applying for foster care started to grow rapidly due to the HIV/AIDS pandemic. 24 April 2013 Redi took an in depth look at the recently released Employment Equity Report on Transformation in top management positions with Dr. Loyiso Mbabane from the Employment Equity Commission and Senior Economic Analyst David Wilson. The conversation looked at the structural difficulties created by the legacy of Apartheid and why it is that the percentage of black managers decreased between 2008 and 2009. 22 April 2013 In the Consumer Focus Redi had a conversation about consumer rights when it comes to the delivery of goods and services. 22 April 2013 Redi spoke to Chester Missing and Conrad Koch about Chester’s new upcoming comedy roadshow and why it is that Conrad allows himself to be bullied by a puppet. Chester also gave some witty and humorous commentary on some stories in the South African current affairs space. 19 April 2013 Nadia shared her insights into the current mood in the USA in the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombings. Then she told Redi about the Tribeca Film Festival which is underway at the moment where a group of South Africans are taking part and also about Time Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People list which includes -Jay-Z and Jennifer Lawrence. 19 April 2013 “Dancing to the Beat of the Drum” is an inspiring and controversial book written by actress Pamela Nomvete. It tells the story of her search for an identity as a South African raised in exile. Having come home to South Africa for the first time to vote in the much anticipated first democratic and free elections, Pamela ended up staying for 14 years and embarked on a highly successful acting career. 18 April 2013 The KZN Science Centre is a registered non-profit science based educational organisation which runs educational science programmes. They target disadvantaged schools to enhance, enrich and expand science awareness, as well as promote science learning and subjects. They strive to get learners and teachers excited about maths and science. 18 April 2013 A middle-aged woman was seen in video footage being beaten up by two male employees of a CB Store in Limpopo for allegedly shoplifting. Still images of the footage were published in the The Daily Sun on Tuesday. The incident took place on 3 October last year, and last week the woman laid charges against the employees. Five suspects, including the manager of the store, have since been arrested by Limpopo Police. The suspects appeared in court on Monday. Two of the suspects were granted bail of R500, and the other three remain in police custody. Redi spoke to the woman who was beaten up, and David Alexandra, the Financial Manager, of the store. 17 April 2013 Andy Kawa, a successful businesswomen and social entrepreneur, was attacked and gang raped in Nelson Mandela Bay during a business trip in December 2010. She has since decided to use the experience of being attacked and raped as a catalyst to help others, and to speak out about rape, instead of being silent. 17 April 2013 Kenny Kunene, the so-called ‘Sushi King’, took offence to Maimane's comment made about him as a role model in a Sunday newspaper. He took to Twitter to call Maimane a “glorified garden boy” and a “political cockroach”. Kunene told the DA official he should focus on pleasing his wife, before others do it for him. Users on the social media platform slammed Kunene for tacitly threatening Maimane's wife with gang-rape and urged the politician to lay criminal charges. But Kunene said he did not condone rape and he should have the freedom to respond in any way he wished. 16 April 2013 According to counselor Marty Tousley it is possible for a human to love a dog too much. Redi explores this topic with Dr Helgo Schomer and takes calls from listeners on the subject. 16 April 2013 The City of Cape Town will be paying for tip-offs that lead to the arrest of suspects involved in gang violence and drug-running on the Cape Flats. This is part of the Metro Police’s “multi-pronged approach” as the city prepares to wrap-up its biggest gang clampdown in Lavender Hill’s history. JP Smith, the Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, said the city’s legal team had worked for months to interrogate the legal limits of a system of informant payouts. 16 April 2013