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Veteran comedian Barry Hilton on The Lunch Break with Varshan. 24 August 2023
With four decades of comedy behind him, Barry Hilton is a legend in the field of entertainment. Barry dropped by the studio for a candid chat about comedy…
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Cartier Lebatie on Women Empowerment. 21 August 2023
Cartier Lebatie, Founder and CEO of Supreme Queen Global Earth Africa chats about creating a platform to promote business ventures and personal development for…
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Relationship Architect Shelley Lewin discusses her new book "Uncomplicated Love: A step-by-step guide for building a thriving relationship", 17 August 2023
Are you tired of feeling stuck and unsure in your love life? Have you been searching for answers on how to improve your relationship but haven’t found anything…
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Business Email Compromise explained by Peter Olyott. 15 August 2023
Business insurance specialist Peter Olyott explains why business email compromise is a pressing threat demanding enhanced organisational vigilance
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Communication agency boss Laura Thomas on Women Empowerment in the professional sector. 14 August 2023
Laura Thomas believes in encouraging women to mirror the actions of the opposite sex by consciously building and leveraging networks of like-minded women who…
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"Power Woman in TV" series: Jo Anne Reyneke. 11 August 2023
In our first episode of the "Power Woman in TV" series, the beautiful and talented Jo Anne Reyneke (Muvhango, The Estate, Isidingo) chats about her journey in…
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Popular content creator Reevana Jagessar Govender "Women’s Day" interview. 09 August 2023
Popular content creator Reevana Jagessar Govender dropped by the studio on "Women’s Day". Now settled in the UK, Reevana gets candid about parenting and…
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SA acting legend Leleti Khumalo gets nostalgic about Sarafina. 08 August 2023
SA acting legend Leleti Khumalo reflects on the legacy of Sarafina as the movie returns to cinemas in a digitally remastered version.
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India Day SA Carnival to commemorate Indian Independence Day. 08 August 2023
Indian Consul-General of India in Johannesburg, Mr Mahesh Kumar chats about the India Day SA Carnival to commemorate Indian Independence Day
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Kyle September new release "All The Love". 04 August 2023
KZN based singer-songwriter Kyle September chats about his new release titled "All The Love"
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Top tips on maximizing the potential of your tax return. 01 August 2023
The 2023 income tax season opened in July and taxpayers are receiving their refunds. But before you head off on that shopping spree, it is crucial to consider…
The Lunch BreakGauteng based singer Ridwaan Dawood chats about his journey in Music.
Ridwaan Dawood has been in music for a long time. Perhaps not as long as his father (the renowned Soppy Dawood of the Hi Lites) but he has within this time…
The Lunch BreakCrossing Over with listener Patsy
Listener Patsy crosses over with her mom through psychic medium
The Lunch BreakShafeeka Anthony discusses vaccination fraud on the rise in SA
As the country’s vaccination rollout progresses gains momentum, a shocking number of vaccination fraud cases have been reported in recent weeks. Fraudsters…
The Lunch BreakAnil Lalla, a Cape Town based Pharmacist shares his story of uplifting a community during a pandemic.
Anil Lalla has been named as one of the 'Sponsors of Brave' for his dedication to frontline work as a pharmacist. Fo Anil, the medical journey which began long…
The Lunch BreakA truly versatile musician, Rene Tshiakanyi has a special message and a song for World Refugee Day.
He’s been described as a songwriter and guitarist with a unique style - René Tshiakanyi is a musician noted for his songs in French, English, Portuguese…
The Lunch BreakVarshan gets candid with singer Shay on The Lunch Break
Shay Ramji is a vivacious, talented woman who is well known not only in Africa but through out the world for her ballads and foot-tapping dance numbers. One…
The Lunch BreakDr Cobie Lombard discusses the charity initiative Winter Hope.
Infecting The City is a vibrant and innovative annual public arts festival held in Cape Town. It is, the longest running public arts festival in South Africa.
The Lunch BreakUnderstanding the credit score with Cassidi Beck
Having an excellent credit score can mean achieving lower interest rates and improving your overall approval rates. Cassidi Beck, Business Development expert…
The Lunch BreakProudly South African singer Abdul Rahim Rassool
Abdul is a talented youngster with a bright future ahead of him in terms of his singing. He has a charming personality to match that voice, which has already…
The Lunch BreakSouth African youth living with disabilities
Menzi Nxumalo, the founder of Nokusa, Media Marketing and Program Director chats to Varshan about South African youth living with disabilities.
The Lunch BreakCrossing over with listener Denise Pillay
Listener Denise Pillay crosses over with her dad through a psychic medium
The Lunch BreakDoc Docrat, South African standup comedian chats about his passion for comedy
Many would recognise him from the cult South Africa movie, The Attack of the Indian Werewolf. That was the start of bigger and better things for Doc Docrat who…
The Lunch BreakDr Cobie Lombard discusses the charity initiative Winter Hope.
The current challenge of winter has been amplified by the COVID19 pandemic, which poses a huge threat to vulnerable people. Winter Hope is a campaign which…
The Lunch BreakRenowned choreographer Lliane Loots chats about Park Dances 2
Lliane Loots founded FLATFOOT DANCE COMPANY as a professional dance company in 2003 The artistic director and resident choreographer won numerous national…
The Lunch BreakHomeschooling expert Louise Schoonwinkel shares her tips on how learners can keep organized while learning from home dur
Most students in South Africa are learning in what’s called a ‘shift system’, where a large amount of learning and coursework is done at home as covid 19 cases…
The Lunch BreakYouth Month feature on young poet Ekta Somera
Words have always been the forte for young Ekta Somera, who stood tall through life’s many challenges and the unexpected inequalities along the way, to become…
The Lunch BreakCandid chat with popular food blogger Imran Omar
Imran Omar is his own boss, but, from time to time he allows food to take over his life. The local business man has developed a successful social media…
The Lunch BreakCrossing over with listener Dhanas Pillay
Listener Dhanas Pillay crosses over with her mom and dad through psychic medium
The Lunch BreakRowing champion Lawrence Brittain chats about the Olympics
South African rowing champion Lawrence Brittain chats about his rowing achievements and the journey to the Olympics
The Lunch BreakJulia Petersen chats about her journey as a model
Top KZN model, and reality TV star, Julia Petersen chats to Varshan about her journey from “catwalk to success”.
The Lunch BreakBlack ball champion Kyle Akaloo chats about his most recent championship title
Kyle Akaloo is currently ranked as a South African blackball champion. He is the number one ranked player in the country and number four in the world. Kyle…
The Lunch BreakCrossing over with listener Verona Mudaly
Listener Verona Mudaly crosses over with her grandmother.
The Lunch BreakThe Hilton Arts Festival is on the brink of closure
Theatre veteran Sue Clarence discusses the 'Hope 4 Hilton' initiative to save one of the longest running arts festivals in the country.
The Lunch BreakZinhle Matthews discusses her book My Family Of Superheroes
Zinhle Matthews discusses 'My Family of Superheroes'. It's her first book as an author and based on positive affirmations for the little ones.
The Lunch BreakCrossing over with listener Maggie Chetty
Listener Maggie Chetty crosses over with her husband.
The Lunch BreakUp close with DJ Zuby
Local 'king of the decks', DJ ZUBY chats about making music, the secret behind being a successful DJ and the things he loves most about the South African party…
The Lunch BreakCrossing Over with Listener Shaira
Listener Shaira crosses over with her mum in this emotional episode.
The Lunch BreakDonovan Will chats about veganism and plant based diets
Donovan Will chats about plant-based diets, their health benefits and other things related to this global food trend.
The Lunch BreakDiabetes awareness with Megan Soanes
Megan Soanes, associate member at Diabetes SA, PE discusses Diabetes awareness.
The Lunch BreakEid special with comedian Mo Vawda
Much loved comedian Mo Vawda chats about the comedy business during a pandemic and his plans for Eid.
The Lunch BreakEid Special with Jani Punjab
Popular singer Jani Punjab sings his way in to our hearts on this Eid Special.
The Lunch BreakGetting candid with lifestyle Blogger Reevana Jagersar Govender
Blogger, optometrist and dedicated family woman, Reevana Jagessar Govender chats to Varshan about blogging trends, juggling between jobs and more.
The Lunch Break'Candid Camera' with Kevin Hsu
Acclaimed photographer, Kevin Hsu gets candid with Varshan about his career as a photographer and working as a photographer during a pandemic.
The Lunch BreakNutritional diets during a pandemic
Arthur Ramoroka (Corporate Nutritionist) discusses nutritional diets during Covid times.
The Lunch BreakKoobeshan Naidoo & Henry Ramkissoon chat to Varshan
Durban’s top actor-comedian’s Koobeshan Naidoo and Henry Ramkissoon joined Varshan for a chat about their new streaming comedy show.
The Lunch BreakInterview with author Krish Govender
Krish Govender hails from Umzinto and is a former educator who obtained his masters in business. He writes uniquely South African stories for young readers and…
The Lunch BreakVarshan chats to International star John Lucas
John Lucas is an international fitness model and TV and film personality with more than 20 years of experience in the fitness industry. He has competed in…
The Lunch BreakMidlife Money Makeover with Kim Potgieter
Kim Potgieter, a leading authority on holistic financial planning gives us a preview of her book Midlife Money Makeover with lessons to take care of your…
The Lunch BreakInterview with Daniel Strauss - The Billionaire Mindset
Varshan chats with entrepreneur and venture capitalist Daniel Strauss about his book 'The Billionaire Mindset'. Daniel reveals his secrets to success.
The Lunch Break#CrossingOver with Sharon Duff
Listener Sabitha Mansingh connects with her husband on Crossing Over with Sharon Duff.
The Lunch Break#AutismMonth - Interview with author Ilana Gerschlowitz
Varshan chats with Ilana Gerschlowitz, mother of a teenage boy with Autism and author of the book ‘Saving My Sons: A Journey with Autism’
The Lunch Break#CrossingOver with Sharon Duff
Listener Mervyn connects with his mom on Crossing Over with Sharon Duff.
The Lunch BreakEB Mamode chats about his passion for Qawali Music & shares a Ramadan Message
Varshan had the pleasure of speaking to senior Lotus FM presenter EB Mamode, host of the popular Urdu show Guldasta. EB, recently took on the responsibilities…
The Lunch BreakTalented Singing star Yovani Naidoo chats to Varshan
Yovani Naidoo is no ordinary 21-year-old. Apart from being a biological science student she is trained in both the Eastern and Western genre of music and…
The Lunch BreakVarshan chats to author Tshidi Monkoe
Tshidi Monkoe is a smart, dynamic woman – a teacher, soul healer and mother. She’s also a self-published author whose book, Prison Love, is a personal account…
The Lunch BreakInterview with comedian Cyril Basker
Durban comedian Cyril Basker chats about the negative effect of the pandemic on the comedy business
The Lunch BreakAdv Veerash Srikison on Human Rights
Varshan chats with Advocate Veerash Srikison about Human Rights in South Africa and the right of access to justice