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New podcasts for 2015 from the UK's finest independent classical record label. Groups we work with include The King's Singers, the Philharmonia Orchestra, Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment, and soloists include Julian Bliss, Alessio Bax, Llŷr Williams and James Rhodes.
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Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life. Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchres ...
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Handel’s Messiah, a timeless piece which remains one of the most celebrated oratorios globally, will once again be performed by the Philharmonia Choir of Cape Town on 29 & 31 March at Cape Town City Hall, in collaboration with the Cape Town Philharmonic Orchestra. Lester Kiewit speaks to Chad Hendricks, the visiting conductor who will be leading wi…
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Brooke Ligertwood, also known as Brooke Fraser, returns home to New Zealand to perform a one-off concert with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra. Brooke sits down with Jack Tame at Roundhead Studios to discuss what she has been up to. WATCH / LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Will the DA keep rank in the prized Western Cape Province of SA? Or will global events confirm a shift a shift in the tide at the tip of Africa? Recent polls and online conversations suggest possible coalitions after election day. Africa Melane speaks to Sanusha Naidu, Political Analyst. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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The City of Cape Town has applied for an interdict against 60 families who have lived on a piece of land in Mitchells Plain for several years. A cemetery is to be built on the land. But where will those who are being evicted go? Africa Melane speaks to Ashraf Cassiem, Tafelsig Activist and family representative. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv…
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Lester Kiewit looks at the role of women in South African elections and politics. He is joined by GOOD party leader Patricia De Lille, SA Rainbow Alliance leader Colleen Makhubele, and Prof Amanda Gouws, distinguished professor in political science at Stellenbosch University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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On Monday 4 December 2023 the Constitutional Court served independents candidates a victory when it ruled that each candidate only needed 1,000 signatures or 15% of the people living in the region, they are contesting to be eligible to run in the elections. But with the IEC finalizing just 6 independent candidates who may contest for NA seats – was…
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Lester Kiewit speaks to Nosihle Dlamini who has been selected for the Desmond and Leah Tutu Legacy Foundation’s Leading for Humanity Programme, which aims to break down sectoral barriers and bring about real Ubuntu. Dlamini is a young leader and senior manager at an automotive OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer), who also does for via her church …
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The SA government says they will arrest anyone who has dual citizenship and serves in the Israel Defence Force, but what about those who hold citizenship for countries such as Taiwan and South Korea for example, where military service is compulsory? Can action also be taken against them? Lester Kiewit speaks to Lt Col (Prof) Michelle Nel, Vice-Dean…
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The DA’s choice of some 30 election candidates was announced yesterday. The newest faces of the DA will be up for a seat in the National Assembly and NCOP after the elections on May 29. 14 of the 30 candidates are women. Lester Kiewit speaks to Helen Zille, DA federal council chairperson. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Yesterday the UN Security Council adopted a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza for the month of Ramadan leading to a lasting sustainable ceasefire, and the immediate, unconditional release of all hostages. DIRCO Minister Naledi Pandor welcomed the news saying the security council would now be tested to in its ability to ensure the …
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Many of us will have access to software on our devices which will allow us to manipulate and edit photographs, in order to create a certain image which, we would like to share, but the essence of which wasn’t captured when the photo was taken. Lester Kiewit discusses the boundaries when it comes to photo manipulation and editing, with experienced a…
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We’ve probably all tried to make up for lost sleep during the week by lying in over the weekend and “catching-up” on our sleep, but can you really cancel things out by having these extra naps? Lester Kiewit speaks to Dale Rae, Associate Professor, University of Cape Town and Director: Sleep Science Pty Ltd. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i…
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There has been much disappointment caused by the cancellation of the Surf Division at the LifesavingSA Nipper Championships over the weekend. According to Lifesaving SA – the cancellation was owing to inclement weather conditions – rendering the organisers to make a call for safety first. Lester Kiewit speaks to Dhaya Sewdeth, Lifesaving SA preside…
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They’re not meant to be regular meals, but a quick snack when you are pushed for time and aren’t able to cook up a full meal, or you’re lacking in ingredients. Instant noodles have proven to be extremely convenient and as such there has been a rise in the consumption thereof BUT could these rising trends be signalling tougher economic times? Lester…
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The legal team of Parliment speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula have demanded they be handed the entire police docket including meeting records before the case appears in court. What begets this blanket- docket privilege? Lester Kiewit speaks to Advocate Stefanie Fick, Executive Director of the Accountability Division at OUTA. See omnystudio.com/listen…
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The Hunter by Tana French It's a blazing summer when two men arrive in a small village in the West of Ireland. One of them is coming home. Both of them are coming to get rich. One of them is going to die. Private Equity by Carrie Sun When we meet Carrie Sun, she can't shake the feeling that she's wasting her life. The daughter of Chinese immigrants…
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A few days ago, we celebrated our Autumn Equinox; that was on Wednesday 20th March at 16:06 to be precise. It really has nothing to do with this story, apart from the fact that you'll notice quite a few good-looking holes in your lawn around this time of the year. It shows you that life-cycles either come to an end or change from one phase to the n…
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The US Government says users who purchase Apple smartphones are "locked in" to the Apple ecosystem. Within the ecosystem, all your devices and services are meant to interconnect effortlessly. Apple says it will seek to have the case dismissed, and if unsuccessful, will fight it vigorously. The Justice Department estimates that Apple's share of the …
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Escaping Utopia TVNZ's new three-part documentary series takes us behind the scenes of Gloriavale and reveals what it's like to live in - and leave - the extreme religious community. (Begins Sunday on TVNZ1 and on TVNZ+). Palm Royale This new comedy drama features an all-star Hollywood cast and follows a woman in the late 1960s who will do whatever…
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With a recession just announced, it's important to get the most out of every dollar without compromising on the quality of your food. Here are some things you can do to stretch the weekly meal budget: Learn to cook! Adopt a waste not, want not attitude - never let anything go to waste. Grow your own food, especially herbs. Preserve or freeze! Sauce…
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Just before 6pm Friday local time, Kensington Palace published a rare video of Catherine, Princess of Wales. Having taken a few weeks to process and digest the news in private, and having taken time to tell her children, she announced to the World she is being treated for cancer. Apart from that, we don’t have a huge volume of information. We don’t…
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Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire The Spengler family returns to the iconic New York City firehouse where the original Ghostbusters have taken ghost-busting to the next level. When the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an evil force, Ghostbusters new and old must unite to protect their home and save the world from a second ice age. Road House 20…
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The DHL Stormers have some catching up to do in the Vodacom United Rugby Championship after their humiliating loss to the Bulls earlier this month. They will be hosting Edinburgh in Cape Town this Saturday, a team that is currently sitting in fourth place on the table. Lester Kiewit speaks to DHL Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani. See omnystud…
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Gavin Allderman was camping at Bosobogolo camp number 2 at the beginning of March, when on a balmy night, while reading in their tent atop their Hilux – he and Jill were attacked by an emaciated leopard. Lester Kiewit speaks to Gavin Allderman about the harrowing and life changing experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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As suspicion of Hamas continues, Israel attacks Gaza’s main hospital; A toxic form of Strep-A is spreading in Japan; a presidential dispute in Brazil fuelled by a furniture scandal. Lester Kiewit gets all the details from Adam Gilchrist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk
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National Assembly Speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has taken special leave from her position in Parliament, it was announced yesterday evening. Lester Kiewit speaks to Lawson Naidoo, executive secretary of the Council for the Advancement of the South African Constitution (CASAC) about the implications this will have on Parliament. See omnystudio.co…
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