The Drive Thru: Recent Episodes
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Join Mosibodi Whitehead and Sandile van Heerden on The DriveThru! It’s all about great music, light-hearted fun conversations on sport as well as the lifestyle of sport as we look ahead to the weekend. Hip-hop, Kwaito and House drive the musical engine of the show as we get you ready for the weekend.
Writer and musician TRESOR spoke to Sandile van Heerden about his new project.
On Rumble in The Jungle he works with the Scorpion Kings.
The album will be released in April.
Reneilwe Letsholonyane Talks to Sandile about Apple Music’s “Music That Moves Me” campaign launches today, offering a sneak peek at the music that fuels the fire of our most decorated sports personalities and the artists that provide the ultimate motivation for our premiere sports stars.
Mzansi’s top sports personalities have curated exclusive playlists featuring their favourite tracks for training, pre-match inspiration and post-match celebration.
“Music That Moves Me” includes exclusive playlists from lauded cricketer and 3-times ICC ODI Player of the Year, AB de Villiers; beloved Springbok winger and Rugby World Cup winner, Makazole Mapimpi; Olympic gold medal swimmer, Chad le Clos; Proteas Netball player, Karla Pretorius; former Bafana Bafana and TS Galaxy soccer midfielder, Reneilwe “Yeye” Letsholonyane; Proteas cricket vice-captain, Temba Bavuma and choreographer and fit-fluencer, Nkateko “Takkies” Dinwiddy.
Bafana Bafana legend Siphiwe Tshabalala joined Sandile van Heerden on The Drive Thru to talk about the 2010 Fifa World Cup and his children’s book Super Shabba. Shabba also takes part in a True or False challenge.
Former PSL player Kyle Timm has turned his attention to coaching in the USA. The former Silver Stars and Bidvest Wits player spoke to Sandile van Heerden about life and work as a black foreigner in America. The USA system is being challenged by the black community, who have had enough of being victims based on the colour of their skin.
Comedian Tyson Ngubeni has been making waves on social media with his refreshing and witty content. Mosibodi Whitehead and Sandile van Heerden recently had an opportunity to host his character, Bob O’Connor. - a seasoned journalist giving his take on our beautiful country.
Comedian and Creative Director, Donovan Goliath and his partner Davina Gordon have not only been couple goals, but they have also been serving us with some incredible content on socials. Donovan explains how it all came about and also plays "DavidvsGoliath".
Much loved media personality and former Kaizer Chiefs PRO Putco Mafani is a man of many talents. In his latest adventure he has released an album with the title track Khosi Lam dedicated to Amakhosi and their followers. Mosibodi Whitehead caught up with him.
Thulani Sibisi is a champion for many reasons; he won the 1986 Two Oceans and survived stage 3 prostate cancer and lived to tell the tale. He is know a cancer activist and has partnered with the Prostate Cancer Foundation to spread the message about the importance of knowing one’s status. Sibisi says Afropolitan men must go for an annual prostate cancer test in order to avoid being a victim of the silent killer. Sandile van Heerden and Mosibodi Whitehead spoke to him on the sidelines of the Hollard #DaredevilRun2020 which brings together thousands of men for a 5km run in purple speedos to raise awareness for prostate and testicular cancer. kayafm.co.za
Hollard’s Chief Marketing Officer Heidi Brauer talks to Sandile van Heerden and Mosibodi Whitehead on The Drive Thru after the 2020 Daredevil Run explaining why they partnered with the Prostate Cancer Foundation and sponsored the 5km run which is aimed at raising awareness for prostate and testicular cancer. kayafm.co.za
Former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Shuaib Walters on his goalkeeping academy, how players can be more financially savvy and what his hopes are for goalkeeping in South Africa.
Activist and youth development practitioner Pearl Pillay breaks down the 2020 State Of The Nation Address delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa.
Musa Sukwene on his idols journey, his relationship with the late Robbie Malinga and his new single "Wozala" featuring Ntsika and Tshego AMG.
Professional tennis player kevin Anderson on tennis development in South Africa and his love for Eric Clapton.
Seipei "Biker Queen" Mashugane on her love for bikes, being a survivor SA castaway and what the future holds for her.
Multi-talented Afro-Pop singer with a lot of soul, Lungisa Xhamela on his new full body project titled From My Heart To your Soul, his love for sports and balancing fatherhood and his career.
Kaizer Chiefs Marketing Director Jessica Motaung on Amakhosi celebrating 50 years, what music she listens to and continuing her fathers legacy.
City of Johannesburg Event Management Director and Tournament Promoter Mme Bongi Mokaba on what can be expected at the 2020 SA Open. Golfers Thabiso Ngcobo and Dwayne Basson on their love for golf and playing at the SA Open.
In 2000 Tamara made her musical debut when she was discovered by DJ Pepsi who introduced her to Bruce Sebitlo and Oscar Mdlongwa of Brothers of Peace. Together they collaborated to create the track Thathi ‘Mphahlayakho which officially launched Tamara’s career.
Musician and presenter Moozlie on the hip hop industry, her love for basketball and venturing into business.
Springbok and Lions 8th man Warren Whiteley on the Springboks becoming the World Champions.
Legendary goalkeeper Brian Baloyi on cancer awareness, football and the amazing work he is doing with the Brian Baloyi Family Foundation.
Bafana Bafana Legends Josta Dladla and Jabu Mahlangu on retirement, bouncing back from bad decisions and the 2019 MTN 8 final.
Actress, model and television host Amanda Du-Pont on preserving our heritage, being on Skeem Saam and Shadow and her upcoming voyage aboard the Arctic Sunrise with Greenpeace in aid of protecting our beautiful oceans.
Highlands Park Biokineticist and Physical trainer Simone Conley on how she is taking over a male dominated industry.
Lions loose forward Hacjivah Dayimani on the 2019 Rugby World Cup, his love for fashion and his sneaker line Hibacci.
Ugandan entertainer, comedian, and actress Ann Kenaiime on being the only female comedian to be nominated in the Savanna Pan African Comic of the Year Award Category. Kensiime also explains why her comedy is so relatable.
The Drive Thru team celebrated their one year anniversary on Friday the 30th of August and what better way to celebrate than with the man behind the shows opening track? Rapper Reason joined Mosibodi and Sandile at MacDonald's in Tembisa - Birch Acres to tell us more about the inspiration behind his song Azania and what his faithful supporters can expect from him in the coming months.
Artist Lady Skollie on designing the R5 coin and using her art to defy taboos and talk openly about issues of sex, pleasure, consent, human connection, violence, and abuse.
Banyana Banyana Coach Desiree Ellis on her playing days and lessons from the FIFA Women's World Cup.
Re-branding from Maleh to Malehloka, the sultry vocalist is back with a brand new Afrobeat track titled "Hold me close". Malehloka also sends a message to all men as we celebrate women's month.
Fresh from the 2019 Netball World Cup, Spar Proteas goal keeper Zanele Vimbela chats to Mosibodi and Sandile about her experiences in Liverpool and also thanks all the South Africans for the amazing support they received while playing in the World Cup.
DJ extraordinaire Lamiez Holworthy on growing up in a cross cultural home and navigating the entertainment industry.
24 year old Ketumile Meso describes himself as a multidisciplinary artist which encompasses professional artistic activities that combine different artforms in new and unusual ways. Ketu has a strong interest in the intersection of performance, sculpture, collage and costume design.
Yoga teacher Maya Bhaat who currently works at the Consulate General of India in Johannesburg as Cultural & Yoga teacher explains the advantages of doing yoga and how it can impact ones life.
Hip Hop artist BigStar Johnson on fatherhood and changing the face of South African music.
Legendary Cricketer Makhaya Ntini "The Mdingi Express" on his playing days and the upcoming Cricket World Cup.
Spinning Queen Stacey-lee May on her love for car spinning, being a law student and how she is making a difference in her community.
Award-winning artist Fifi Cooper on being the first lady of Motswako and the struggles of being in a male dominated industry.
Award winning stand up comedian Dillan Oliphant on his love for comedy and Manchester United.
Pro Golfer Nobuhle Dlamini on her love for golf and where she sees herself in the coming years.
Former Bafana Bafana forward Sibusiso Zuma on his time at F.C. Copenhagen, his upcoming testimonial match and opening football development academies in East London, Joburg and his hometown Durban.
Unless one resides under a rock, we all should be familiar with the wave that is the #waterchallenge, which recently crashed onto our social media shores. Since the original video came out, many others have followed.
The Drive Thru invited sport starts to submit their own version, but only one man was brave enough to do so. www.kayafm.co.za
Hip hop artist Blaklez on the challenges of the South African music industry and the importance of education. Blaklez also opens up about how he overcame his mental health struggles and also helped others in their journey to recovery. We also test Lez's hip hop knowledge with "Who Is The Rapper".
Looking at women's Rugby with Nokuthula Nene and Voice Ndou from the Lions Rugby Union.
Wandile Simelane is looking forward to making an impact in the Lions Super Rugby side this season. The young man from Soweto who shot to prominence at Craven Week while playing for Jeppe High School two years ago, had a good 2018 which saw him finish as the top try scorer at the Junior Rugby World Championships which earned him a nomination in the Junior Springbok Player of the Year award category at the year end SARU awards.
Simelane has now been included in the Lions 2019 Super Rugby and he hopes to follow in teh footsteps of last year's Lions and Springbok sensation Aphiwe Dyantyi.
The Drive Thru pays tribute to Former Bafana Bafana striker Philemon Raul Masinga. Masinga lost his battle to cancer at the age of 49. Phil boasts a distinguished career which saw him play for Jomo Cosmos, Mamelodi Sundowns, Leeds United in the EPL. South African's will most remember him for his famous goal against Congo at the FNB Stadium on the 16th of August 1997 which sent Bafana Bafana to their first ever World cup in France.
Former Banyana Banyana defender and current U17 National Women's Team (Bantwana) Coach Simphiwe Dludlu talks the U17 World Cup and what it is the young ladies learned at the tournament. Dludlu also speaks on what her hopes and dreams are for women's football in South Africa.
former Trinidadian international Cricketer Brian Charles Lara, who is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest batsmen of all time explains the similarities between Africa and the Caribbean when it comes to cricket.
Former Bafana Bafana and Leeds United Captain Lucas Radebe takes us back to his early years as a footballer and explains how football has grown in the last 10 to 15 years.
Legendary Kwaito Artist Kabelo Mabalane takes us down memory lane as we celebrate 20 years of Halloween. Mabalane explains how the famous smash hit Shibobo featuring Benni Mccarthy came about and also explains his love for running.
Former Orlando Pirates forward Thulasizwe Mbuyane and former Kaizer Chiefs defender Nhlanhla Khubeka on their most memorable Soweto Derby and what they have been up to since leaving professional football.
Kwaito Artist Mzambiya on how Jezi No. 10 with Orlando Pirates Steve Lekoelea. Mzambiya also talks on what he has been up to besides cooking up new music.
Former Bafana Bafana Captain Steven Pienaar spent time with young kids from The Coronation Training Centre which provides specialized education to hundreds of intellectually impaired children and support to their families.
Sharks winger Sibusiso Nkosi on music, lifestyle and his dream of one day winning the Rugby World Cup.