Carla Mackenzie: Recent Episodes
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“When a woman feels beautiful, she looks beautiful. It’s a universal insight that universal clothes cannot satisfy.” – Mel Brookes
South African designer is on her way to London Fashion Week to showcase her curve-friendly designs on the international runway.
We all remember a time when we left our parents’ home and missed our favourite dish that no one makes quite like mom, dad or gran does!
It’s no different for South Africa’s Miss Universe, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters.
The SA Weather Service issued an alert for a severe storm in Gauteng on Tuesday and forecast for Wednesday.
Jetting off to London to receive an award from Queen Elizabeth II herself - how incredible! That is the reality of 23-year-old Sethu Mbuli from King Williamston in the Eastern Cape.
Darren Olivier an attorney and partner at Adams & Adams (Johannesburg) explains what steps to follow to know your content is protected online.
Darren focuses on brand protection and IP commercialisation. More about Darren: http://bit.ly/2zGBtJX
Craig Lucas joins Carla Mackenzie on The Late Show on Jacaranda FM. He talks about winning, moving from Cape Town and his debut album!
Mia Botha has been in hospital for 10 weeks already.
The Late Show's Carla Mackenzie spoke to Botha who is also a close friend of hers to hear all about the special moment.
Botha says she's overwhelmed by the gesture and is at a loss for words!
Miss SA Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters is heading to Miss Universe in Las Vegas. She made a cracking speech at her official farewell.
Violinist Davina Mae Gordon performed live in studio to some of your favourite songs - including tunes by Karen Zoid, Francois van Coke, Brenda Fassie and Pharell Williams. This mashup is mindblowing!
The Late Show’s Carla Mackenzie spoke to Debt Rescue's Neil Roets on how to manage your debt and the steps you need to take if you have been blacklisted without being informed.
A video of a boy answering sums like you won't believe has gone viral. The Late Show managed to track down the man who filmed the video. Take a listen!
Ashlinn Gray and Sevven chats to The Late Show's Carla Mackenzie about their gig at the Good Luck Bar. You definitely don’t want to miss this evening! A great evening of local talent. .
Do you love 'Stressed Out' by American musical duo Twenty One Pilots? You will absolutely love Ashlinn's spin on it!
Oshri is back in South Africa and cannot wait to show The Late Show his banging new single called ‘Too Much’.
Ever wonder where a hamster or a budgie actually comes from? Trevor from the Animal Kingdom pet store in Blue Hills has the answer!
The Misty Waters Music Festival is happening 29 September - 1 October. They also have a surprise for you - take a listen!
Popular Afrikaans TV series Suidooster has over the past few weeks taken viewers on a roller coaster journey of emotions. The Late Show hears from the actors themselves!
A brave young girl is set to take on big swells and cold open waters all in the name of charity.
A superb cast, phenomenal set design and voices that beautifully pierce the silence is how I would describe it. Lead Lynelle Kenned, Anthony Downing and Musanete Sakupwanya visited The Late Show, taking us behind the scenes as well as teasing you with what to expect.
Counting down the days to payday? Debt Rescue CEO, Neil Roets has all the answers on how to survive the week before your salary drops into your bank account.
Disgruntled data users probably used their last data to express their frustration with the network provider. Have you had your data disappear this evening?
While most fear death when experiencing sleep paralysis, neurophysiologist from the Pretoria and Nelspruit Sleep Clinic, Peet Vermaak gives clarity.
She dreamed of being an editor at Elle. Today, she’s more than that. Asanda Sizani was the first black fashion editor at the glossy magazine – taking the title in 2011.
What is the one item you would gift your favourite musician?
Let The Late Show's Carla Mackenzie know!
The South African government has a history of promoting breastfeeding. However, in some communities – this very natural thing is considered taboo. Listen to what the Late Show listeners had to say!
The coastal city has scooped up yet another prestigious award and it comes as no surprise
Here's why our listeners love this beautiful city!
Depression and suicide has again been thrown into the spotlight following the death of Linkin Park lead singer Chester Bennington. South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) operations director Cassey Chambers says: “Mental illness is a real illness that needs real treatment.”
South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) operations director Cassey Chambers says help is at hand, but often people don’t know where to go.
The Late Show’s Carla Mackenzie spoke to Strive CBA (Companies Behaving Awesomely) founder and Employee Experience Specialist, Andy Golding in search of answers.
Jaco het vir Binaca gevra om te trou hierdie naweek en dit was alles wat sy verwag het en meer!
The artist is on point, the beat is electrifying, you’re mumbling the words but where do you find the lyrics? That is where Neo Rathebe comes in! He and a few talented individuals started a 100% local lyrics catalogue, www.bimba.co.za, where you can find South African lyrics to songs sung by local artists! Neo explains where the idea was born and how you can find your favourite lyrics to your much-loved local song!
Brace yourself, we’re in for a cold weekend after some snowfall in the Western Cape. It’s going to have a domino effect on the rest of the country, with temperatures dropping in Gauteng from Sunday, according to the South African Weather Service.
Four male lions escaped from the Kruger National Park on Sunday evening, SanParks confirm in a statement. The lions were last spotted in Matsulu village just outside the park. The Late Show listeners share what they would do if they spotted a lion.
This sassy toddler from Durban became an overnight internet sensation and now her cuteness overload has won her a spot on a comedy channel! The Late Show's Carla Mackenzie called Taylor to find out... about her day!
Every night you get to ask a question - simple or profound and Frikkie answers by playing you a song. The answer will be hidden in the name of the song, lyrics or the artist's name! Do you believe in true love?
This Uber driver's plea to meter taxi drivers is just heart-wrenching.
It follows two separate incidents in which an Uber vehicle was torched in Pretoria.
They’ve changed the face of pop music in South Africa and now they’re back with a BRAND NEW self-titled album. Monark CD Launch tour is happening on 12 July at Rockwood Theatre, Pretoria and 4 August at Rivonia Barnyard, Johannesburg.
Do you like what you hear? Dan Patlansky is going to be live at Innibos. More details on www.jacarandafm.com.
Love doughnuts? You're going to want to listen to this!
Dan Patlansky shares his favourite recipe in a song.
He spoke enthusiastically about how his daughter has influenced his music – with so much more heart going into it; he has a boy on its way, opening for Bruce Springsteen, ‘The Boss’; and his upcoming performance at Innibos!
Dan Patlansky on The Late Show.
Edwin Theron, Kokkedoortjie winner, shared his perfect midnight snack with Carla Mackenzie and The Late Show listeners also shared theirs!
Jy het van dag een af in ons harte gekruip. Nou is hy die eerste wenner van die gewilde werklikheidsreeks, Kokkedoortjie!
Die dertien-jarige Edwin Theron het met The Late Show aanbieder Carla Mackenzie gesels.
In light of Wayde Van Niekerk becoming the first man in history to go sub-10 for 100m, sub-20 for 200m, sub-31 for 300m and sub-44 for 400m, The Late Show listeners share their greatest personal achievement.
A recipe you're going to want to listen to! Instead of performing their hit track ‘Mojito’ we thought it a better idea to let Jake share his famour recipe in a steamy accent.
You're going to want to hear them perform on full volume! If you're keen to shake off the winter blues, best you head down to one of Early Hours' shows.
Have you ever caught wind of a familiar smell coming from the kitchen and it took you straight back to your childhood?
We thought we'd ask our colleagues what food reminds them of their childhood.
Do you love quoting famous movie lines? You’re going to want to listen to this! Have you ever distinctively believed something so much, but when told otherwise you could not believe there’s a different correct version of events? Most people would have experienced this sometime in their life. This is what they call the “Mandela Effect”.
She says it's difficult to describe the horror before her eyes on that fateful day. Carla Mackenzie sat down with Antoinette Sithole at the Hector Pieterson Museum.
This 14-year-old singer and songwriter is proving to be far ahead of his time. Josh Middleton’s single ‘Monster’ is playing on radio stations across the country and he says he’s only just getting started. With a strong voice, fun personality and the most stylish glasses, what's not to love!
In a world full of lyrics riddled with blasphemy and sex, it’s always refreshing hearing something which leaves one filled with hope. That’s exactly what SEVVEN’s new single ‘Figh for Love’ does. Carla Mackenzie sat down with SEVVEN to fnd out more.
South African musician Janie Bay and Elsabe Oosthuysen have, with the help of many, pulled it off!
A music festival, with major headline acts, is happening this month in aid of those who lost everything in the Knysna fire.
Leaked emails can land you in a whole lot of trouble. Just ask the Guptas!
Filipa lets The Late Show host Carla Mackenzie in on what kind of trouble she'd be in if her emails leaked.
Filipa is a South African singer and songwriter. She gained worldwide recognition for winning the RyanCeacrest.com's cover song competition for her rendition of One Direction's song," Story of My Life".
The Late Show host Carla Mackenzie caught up with the young musician to find out about the new direction she's heading.
Twitter is buzzing and South Africans wants to know if Winnie the Pooh is male or female. Reports say "she" was named "Winnie" after the Canadian city Winnipeg. Carla asked listeners on Tuesday evening which gender they think Winnie is.
Jacaranda FM listener, Chantelle tells of the chaos unfolding in Knysna as a wildfire rages on.
Western Cape teenager Jancka Marthinus (16) says she’s somewhat upset schools will be closed tomorrow due to the storm.
She's just 18 years old and already blowing up on radio stations across the country!
Songstress Vuyina has charted on the SA Top 20, coming nail bitingly close to the number one spot.
Afrikaanse pop sanger, Karlien van Jaarsveld het goeie raad vir jong mense hierdie Jeug Maand!
Kim Morrison from Durban says she started a Facebook page for her daughter after seeing how popular videos of her were. Taylor is just three years old. Take a listen!
Entertainment editor MornéJK speaks about the importance of always being true to who you are and the challenges of being a gay Afrikaans man.
Afrikaans actor and singer, Bouwer Bosch was moved to tears in a raw conversation about reconciliation, 23 years into democracy. He explains what sparked it all.
Capetonian business owner Jeanne Pienaar says she advertised a half day cleaning position online and was inundated with applications, but says former Wits law student, Nesia Chido’s CV stood out from the rest. She called Chido in for an interview and here’s what happened next.
He's 19 and an Actuarial Science graduate!
Quintine Mkhondo, an extraordinary student from the University of Pretoria, graduated with a degree in actuarial science and financial mathematics.
He says: "I’d like to believe when you have a vision, that’s enough motivation for you to want to achieve. If it was something that was easily attainable, it wouldn’t be a dream." www.jacarandafm.com
Controversial and so-called race activist Rachel Dolazel had no idea what students had in store for her when she addressed a gathering at the University of Johannesburg on Tuesday.
There’s always an abundance of pickled fish over the Easter Weekend. Some love it and some can’t stand it! However, this might make your mouth water!
The Zapiro cartoon has drawn much criticism, but for some it's personal and extremely triggering. Carla Mackenzie spoke to a rape survivor about how the cartoon opened up old and painful wounds.
Fashion brand, SELFI's Celeste Arendse talks to Carla Mackenzie about wanting women to feel empowered and comfortable in her clothes she creates. She's been featured at this year's SA Fashion Week.
An earthquake in Botswana has sent shock waves through South Africa, rattling doors and windows.
The Presidency has released a statement saying an announcement will be made tonightwith regards to changes to the national executive, hinting at a reshuffle.
President Jacob must really hate funerals by now. South African funerals are often used to discuss politics and Ahmed Kathrada's funeral was no different. ANC heavyweights had some harsh words for our president.
The South African TV star has been on everyone's lips these last few months after she got engaged to her mystery man – who she’s finally revealed is Quinton Jones. She also had this to say about her future….
Miss SA 2015 winner Liesl Laurie had these words of encouragement for the newly-crowned Miss SA Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters from the Western Cape.
Carla Mackenzie chatted to Miss SA 2015 winner Liesl Laurie about the moments before the big announcement, how the pageant is about being more than just a pretty face and how it changes lives. It comes after Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters was crowned Miss SA 2017 on Sunday 26 March.
We all have that one career we thought we’d find ourselves in and then life takes an unexpected turn. It’s no different for singer Chad Saaiman.
Carla Mackenzie's housemate sent her a 'please call me' recently and it made her realise she's forgotten how to send one! When last have you sent one?
Stellenbosch University student Maxine Jones has achieved a world first! She's first person with a PhD based solely on her scientific research into biltong making.
Is there more than just beer and biltong? The very first woman to obtain a doctorate in biltong making, Maxine Jones explains.
Most of us can only dream of reaching the centenary of our birth!
Tannie Martie van Rooyen has gone over and above that and celebrates her 101st birthday today.
Carla Mackenzie wanted to know what music people are listening to in the car and what better way to find out than from a driving instructor!
A young South African 3D animator is heading to Nickelodeon in America for an internship!
Kent Mayne from Somerset West in the Western Cape says his love for cartoons led him to a career in 3D animation.
Ed Sheeran’s new album includes some serious Afrobeats and we’re loving it! www.jacarandafm.com
Suidooster actor Marco Spaumer was to attempt his first cycle tour, but the strong winds saw the race in Cape Town being cancelled.
A Durban beach has been closed due to massive waves which battered the shore earlier today.
A sophisticated robbery at OR Tambo has been left us all stunned! One can't even leave the airport without paying one's parking ticket, but a group of suspects managed to make it out with millions in foreign currency.
To celebrate International Women's Day, we asked the women at Jacaranda FM what they really want!
Suzzi Swanepoel has many talents! She's an actress and singer with mad skills as a beatboxer. She joined Carla Mackenzie on The Late Show.
With the ongoing drought gripping our nation, musician Heinz Winckler says he decided to move away from pop music and do this instead. bit.ly
Stacey-Lee from Eldorado Park adds a touch of femininity into the sport, spinning in a pink and grey Botsotso often with her sister in the passenger seat.
She's 20 years old and attempts death-defying stunts every time she gets behind the wheel! Stacey-Lee May is on The Late Show with Carla Mackenzie at 22:00 on Monday. Tune in!
It’s Super Rugby Season! The Late Show's Carla Mackenzie caught up with Toks en Tjops' presenter Janina Oberholzer to find out what her predictions are for week one of Super Rugby.
Safety over selfie, always! Carla Mackenzie gives you a few tips on how to stay safe while taking the ultimate selfie, this after a man was trampled to death while trying to take a selfie with elephants in Zimbabwe.
We think our finance minister has a rather dry sense of humour and maybe it's needed when you have such a serious job!
The Late Show host Carla Mackenzie chats to Grammy Award winning producer Darryl Torr about the language of music as we celebrate International Mother Language Day.
Torr worked on the Soweto Gospel Choir album which won them the Grammy Award for ‘Best Traditional World Music Album’ in 2007.
Heita! International Mother Language Day is a worldwide annual observance held on 21 February to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. Have a listen to some of our isiZulu, Sepedi, Setswana, Tsonga and Venda listeners.
A video of a live chicken being thrown into the air at a res party has ruffled feathers. Photos have also emerged of alcohol and a lit cigarette being pushed into the chicken's beak. The Animal Welfare Society Stellenbosch's Jessica Perrins....
The South African Weather Services forecasts strong winds, heavy rains and flooding for parts of Limpopo, Mpumalanga and Kwa-Zulu Natal as Cyclone Dineo heads towards South Africa.
How's this for a TBT? Carla Mackenzie sat down with UB40 ahead of the JHB leg of their South African tour late last year.
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South African Weather Services forecaster Dipuo Tawana chats to Carla Mackenzie on The Late Show about what parts of SA can expect from Cyclone Dineo.
Here's what kids in SA had to say about Valentine's Day. It's the cutest thing you'll hear all day.
Ever wanted to ask a question, but you’re too scared to ask someone out of fear of being judged? Often the answer lies in a song! Listen to Christo's question on The Late Show and play along!
Former Western Province rugby player and now coach to young children, Luqmaan Ismail, says Joost had a great influence on his love for the game.
The Voice contestant Jeremy Olivier has recently released a brand new track, 'Love Back', which he collaborated with songstress Lira. They also reveal a few secrets exclusive to The Late Show!
Lira hasn't collaborated with someone in close to a decade. So why now? Songstress Lira and Jeremy Olivier joins Carla in studio to chat about their incredible song, 'Love Back' and their plans for 2017.
South African musician Amy Jones shares with us why 'Sunrise' was written and who she would like to perform with next.
The second day of school has come and gone, but we can't get over the cuteness of our young listeners.
For some it was a tough start, while others were excited to be making new friends.
We’re starting the New Year off with a bang on The Late Show and what better way than to have Timo ODV in studio.
The singer/songwriter/producer dishes on what he has in store for us this year.
One of the coolest musicians in South Africa is in studio with Carla Mackenzie on The Late Show tomorrow. Can you guess who it is? Let her know on Twitter @carlamackenzie7!