Drive 959 with Glen Lewis, weekdays on Kaya 959, 15:00 - 18:00. Glen Lewis teams up with Skhumba Hlope, Kgomotso Meso, Angie Khumalo, and Ayanda Nyathi.
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English South AfricaMusic · ComedyAuthored by Glen Lewis, Skhumba Hlope and Kgomotso Meso
Who's in? Who's out? The Drive 959 Team were curious about the new GNU Cabinet positions, and the new, uncertain era of governance that awaits the nation. Ayanda explains the broader nuances behind Pres. Cyril Ramaphosa's appointments from what has been made public, and the surprising compromises that each party…
From your favourite blankets and fluffy socks, to your favourite teas, and even your best flu remedies and meals; which are the simple comforts that you can't live without in Winter?
From lifestyle habits, to snacks, cars, and even our work interests. Why does this happen? Are we generally fickle as human beings, or are there other reasons why?
Does the loss of spark in your relationship make you suspicious of your partner?Every relationship has phases, where the spark can feel like it comes and goes. When you can’t feel your partner’s spark, does it make you suspicious of them and their commitment to you? Or do you remain…
If you couldn’t wash your clothes, and you didn’t repeat your items, how many fresh outfits could you put together, and for how long? A week? Months? Maybe even a year? We had an interesting discussion around the amount of clothes that we really need, and the factors that influence…
Children absorb so much of the world around them, including everything their parents say and do. The Drive 959 team and listeners shared examples of silly moments when their kids absorbed something they wish they could take back!
Drive Moment - Does Racial Solidarity exist among Black people? Or do we struggle to unite/organize ourselves when it matters most? Do we support one another on the big issues of leadership and ownership? Or do we become scattered and self-serving rather than promoting the collective hood of all black…
Glen mentioned that he sees Lobola as a cultural exchange that hampers the newlyweds from starting their marriage on a solid financial footing, because large amounts of money could be spared towards their new lives together. Naturally a debate ignited with men and women weighing in... Take a listen…
We all have those things we said we’d never do, or say.How interesting that as we grow older, learn lessons and experience life first hand, we end up doing or saying the things we said we’d never do! People you said you'd never be friends with? A person you said…
When it comes to purchases like cars, homes, and any major assets you may obtain, how comfortable are you with posting these moments on social media? Are you the person who loves celebrating my publicly for the world to see, or privately?
The Hong Kong government has launched a nationwide campaign, to teach their citizens how to be friendly, to help boost their struggling Tourism economy, after their citizens had been labeled as rude in tourist surveys. What do you think? Can a campaign like this work with adults?
Whether it was at family gatherings, school moments, in the streets, or anywhere, parents sometimes do things that make us feel super awkward in public! Listeners and the Drive 959 Team share their funny stories!
hese two phrases are often used interchangeably in opinion and analysis, but what sets them apart? And where does South Africa stand now after days of talks, between various political parties and the ANC?
Would you try to save up the money? Or travel far to find the exact style/model of the item? If it's sold out, would you search nationwide for it? And when you finally get the item, does it make you happy to finally have it?
A Kind Gesture or an Entitled Expectation? When we sell products, offer services or run events, is it okay for family members expect to be given discounts and freebies? Or is that a natural gesture we should offer them for their unwavering support of our efforts?
Naturally we outgrow our attachments to some friends, but have you ever lost a friendship you never thought you’d lose? What happened? Did the friendship end quietly (slow ghost) where you both just slowly became quieter in each other’s lives? Or did it come to an abrupt end after a…
An influencer's viral video asked passers-by the same question, and a responder said that it wasn't a big deal. Listeners weighed in on the matter, with many drawing a line in the sand to protect their mothers with maturity, from anyone who harms them.
After Elections? What happens now? How will the new parliament select a new speaker, and a new president? And now that the ANC doesn't have a majority, could parliament elect a president that isn't from the ruling party? Uncertain times ahead indeed, and Ayanda Nyathi helps us Makes Sense of…
An interesting trend called "Friendship Marriages" in Japan has seen 500 couples getting married to their platonic friends, for the sake of financial stability, having children, and tax benefits. Hear what listeners and the team had to say on this one!
While there was a massive voter turnout for the 29 May 2024 national elections, there were also many who chose not to vote, or who couldn't vote for technical reasons. We asked listeners if they caught any FOMO from not voting.
30 May 2024
9 min
160 – 180
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