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Jane Linley-Thomas (Archive)

If Jane Linley-Thomas were to appear in the dictionary, you’d find the following words next to her name: high-energy, passion, inspirational and exuberance. This channel features some of the content from Jane's radio shows.
Weekly English South Africa Society & Culture · Kids & Family
502 Episodes
360 – 380

#TrendReport: Pop culture with a fantasy twist

If you’ve spent any time at all on the internet lately, you’ll have noticed a certain fantasy creature being used as the inspiration for everything from food to beauty to fashion. The not-so-humble unicorn is back. Trend Specialist Christopher Reid chats to Jane about why everyone's preference has to do…
8 Jun 2017 2 min

Jane on ADHD: to medicate or not to medicate

Parents who have children who suffer from Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) have to come to a point in their lives where they decide if medication is required or not. I am one of those mothers who fought for years to not medicate my child. We went the route of…
7 Jun 2017 4 min

Jane catches up with the founder of Sanele May Support group.

Following the news that the truck owner responsible for the horrific Field's Hill was recently sentenced to a fine of R25 000 or 30 months behind bars for killing 22 people, Jane caught up with Peach Piche who is the founder of the Sanele May support group, a group from…
6 Jun 2017 9 min

#TrendReport: No more drinking and buying!

You can file this under “Very 21st Century Problems”, but there’s a growing concern about people shopping online while under the influence. Listen as Christopher Trend, Trend Specialist, chats to Jane about a new trend which involves shopping online while under the influence.
1 Jun 2017 2 min

Education Department addresses Grade 1 book drama

After the story of the little girl who came home with her school issued textbook that calls mom and dad's role in the home into question, Jane needed to get to the bottom of this and speak directly to the Department of Education. Listen to Jane's chat with Sifiso Sibiya,…
31 May 2017 6 min

Durban mom concerned over Grade 1 reading book speaks to Jane

Jane managed to track down the concerned mother of the 6-year-old daughter who came home with a government issued textbook which suggests a 'thin mother is a happy mother'. Take a listen as she shares her thoughts and concerns with Jane.
30 May 2017 5 min

Grade 1 reading book is angering moms everywhere

A government issued textbook for grade 1 learners has surfaced for all the wrong reasons. Hear Jane chat to the mother who uncovered this disturbing material and then hear her tackle the Department of Education for an explanation.
28 May 2017 1 min

#TrendReport: Pinterest makes searching visual

If Jane Linley-Thomas were to appear in the dictionary, you’d find the following words next to her name: high-energy, passion, inspirational and exuberance. This channel features some of the content from Jane's radio shows.
25 May 2017 2 min

#TrendReport: Sun safety gets smart

South Africa is a country with a strong outdoor culture, and sun safety is an important topic for us. But the problem, especially in milder winter weather, is how to know when to put on more sunscreen to prevent UV damage. The normal advice is that it’s always time to…
18 May 2017 1 min

Jane shares her tribute to rock legend Chris Cornell

If Jane Linley-Thomas were to appear in the dictionary, you’d find the following words next to her name: high-energy, passion, inspirational and exuberance. This channel features some of the content from Jane's radio shows.
18 May 2017 2 min

Jane: Parents need to be aware of this new online game

There's a new online game that is said to come to South Africa which could potentially put the lives of children in danger. Disturbed by it all, Jane shares her thoughts and chats to an expert about the matter. Take a listen as Jane chats to Marc Hardwick, who is…
15 May 2017 7 min

The Guardian's Marc Hardwick about anti-bullying app

If Jane Linley-Thomas were to appear in the dictionary, you’d find the following words next to her name: high-energy, passion, inspirational and exuberance. This channel features some of the content from Jane's radio shows.
15 May 2017 10 min

#GetReal: Jane's full interview with Vanessa Goosen

She was a Miss SA finalist, had everything going for her, then Vanessa Goosen was falsely accused of drug trafficking and was sentenced to life imprisonment in a Thai jail to serve her time. Jane Linley-Thomas managed to catch up with this remarkable women to chat about the 16 years…
12 May 2017 36 min
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