http://www.702.co.za Talk Radio 702 - The Podcasts en-us 2006 09 March 2010 2 702webmaster@702.co.za Public discourse frequently resorts to name calling and generalisations that put the emphasis on how something is said instead of what is said. Have we experienced the death of civility, and if so what is the psychological basis for this on the level of society? 09 March 2010 Nik takes a hilarious look at the events of the past week, including Pomp and Ceremony, and Bafana’s preparation for the World Cup. One of the best episodes - don’t miss it! 05 March 2010 Dr Eve talks about the pros and cons of hormones in male and female adults as well as teenagers. 05 March 2010 The Naked Scientist, Chris Smith strip science down to its bare essentials. “If we drill a hole right through the earth and drop an object into it - how would that object respond with regards to gravity?” is one of the questions answered in this fascinating show. 05 March 2010 The Services Sector Education & Training Authority (SSETA) has launched a new TV show to help youngsters identify suitable careers. Hear about this and opinions on the structure of SETA organisations in general. 05 March 2010 COPE’s Phillip Dexter has released a discussion document titled "20/20 Vision SA" to give South Africans personal shares in state farms, mines and public enterprises. The document was released ahead of the party's national congress in May and proposals include a 1% wealth tax, a constituency-based electoral system and a police station in each neighbourhood. 03 March 2010 Yesterday, we celebrated a hundred days to the World Cup at and were all inspired and swelled with pride for our country as we sang the National Anthem. What will the psychological benefits be of the World Cup? Why is it that nation building is so closely linked as a benefit to national sporting events? Dr Schomer discusses these and other questions. 03 March 2010 Corporate social investment (CSI) is the investment of corporate funds or other assets for the primary purpose of achieving social outcomes. How do we ensure a quantifiable difference is made? Is more coherence needed in the CSI environment? 01 March 2010 Last year the minister of justice announced that South Africans must have their sim card registered by their network provider or else their line will be deactivated. Are consumers responding to this call? Do contract customers also need to RICA their phones? What about internet connections? 01 March 2010 Our resident psychologist looks at why people stay in bad relationships. 26 February 2010 The Naked Scientist answers questions about where water originally comes from. 26 February 2010 Comedian Nik Rabinowits presents the stories that made news this week. 26 February 2010 Redi speaks to the President of the ANC Youth League to get his response to allegations surrounding his finances. 23 February 2010 Redi speaks to Professor Charles Parry head of the Alcohol and Drug Research Unit of the Medical Research Council about how we can encourage South Africans to drink responsibly. 22 February 2010 Redi and consumer forum editor Kim Novick look at the latest trends in marketing. 22 February 2010 Many couples mistake a partner's aggressive behavior as a loving act. Dr Eve explains why this is not true. 19 February 2010 Comedian Nik Rabinowitz presents the stories that made news this week. 19 February 2010 The Naked Scientist joins Redi and answers questions on mathematical equations. 19 February 2010 Redi speaks to the Director General of the National Treasury about the budget speech delivered by Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan. 18 February 2010 The tools of the future are at hand in energy, electronics, biology, global education and space adventures. Some of the exciting developments will be nuclear powered hearts, new organs grown internally from genetic material, human colonies on the Moon and Mars, and techniques to increase memory function. How will the breakthroughs in science be used – and by whom? 16 February 2010 Every once in a while, very unpleasant or disturbing thoughts come into our minds Dr Schomer explains why we get them. 16 February 2010 Deciding what to eat, indeed deciding what qualifies as food, is not easy. Consumer editor Kim Novick looks at what qualifies as organic and free range food. 15 February 2010 Our resident sexologist gives a clinical definition of love and looks at the different types of relationships that people get into in the name of love. 12 February 2010 Naked Scientist Chris Smith answers questions about addiction to tranquilisers 12 February 2010 Nkhensani Nkosi is a true entrepreneur, and as a fashion designer, television personality and lauded actress, she really knows what it takes to promote a brand. We have her in studio to talk about her special brand of entrepreneurship and how she has teamed up with British Airways on a unique project to make it possible for young South African entrepreneurs to get ahead. 11 February 2010 Today six women will be killed by their intimate partners. Ted Bunch - Educator, Activist and Lecturer, Co-Founder of A CALL TO MEN: The National Association of Men and Women Committed to Ending Violence Against Women is recognised both nationally and internationally for his expertise in organising and educating men in the effort to end violence against women. He explains the attitudes we all need to adopt. 11 February 2010 Valentine’s Day is coming up and Dr Schomer lets us in on some relationship secrets. 09 February 2010 Redi reads a very telling interview with Johannesburg mayor Amos Masondo, on potholes and other problems. The answers supplied by the mayor don’t inspire confidence that the problems will be solved anytime soon. 08 February 2010 Brian BJ Elliot who was addicted crystal meth and managed to recover. He tells his story in a book titled: ‘Hope through Courage’, and is in South Africa to share his story of drug addiction. 08 February 2010 Call centres have become an integral part of South African business. What makes a good call centre, and what do the bad ones need to do to improve their frontline? Rod Jones, CEO of C3 Africa Call Centre Industry Specialists fills us in on the requirements. 08 February 2010 Dr Shingai answers questions on the main types of sexual pain disorders. 05 February 2010 Comedian David Kibuka speaks about President Jacob Zuma's baby mama problems. 05 February 2010 The Naked Scientist answers the question why are some people prone to mosquito bites? 05 February 2010 According to a national survey of research and development activities, South Africa is still spending less than one percent of GDP on research and development. Dr Lucas Ntyintyane a medical doctor and research fellow and researcher Professor Diane Hildebrandt shed some light on this topic. 04 February 2010 How have other World Cup hosts, Germany being the current comparison, built a sustainable tourist industry after the tournament? How does the world see South Africa? Is Brand South Africa ready for the World Cup? Brand specialists Chris Moerdyk and Dr Nikolas Eberl answer these questions and more. 03 February 2010 Hypochondria, often referred to as health phobia, refers to an excessive preoccupation or worry about having a serious illness. Dr Schomer tells us how to identify the symptoms and what the best treatment is. 02 February 2010 Professor Tim Noakes expresses his concern with schoolboys' need to bulk up. Are our youth ignoring risks in order to make the grade, unaware that they may be exposing themselves to high blood pressure, kidney damage and skeletal abnormalities among other complications? How much pressure is there in school sports for boys to take supplements? 01 February 2010 Disagreements, disputes and conflict are a normal part of human interaction. The principles of dispute settlement suggest that settling out of court is far better than litigating. Wahida Parker, CEO of alternative dispute resolution firm Equillore gives us more insight into this. 01 February 2010 Dr Eve asks how the World Cup will affect sexuality and we take suggestions from listeners on slogans to promote safe sex during the soccer spectacle. 29 January 2010 Darren gives us a hilarious summary of the events from the past week as well as answering questions from listeners about his Speedo on “Survivor”. 29 January 2010 The Naked Scientist, Chris Smith is back to strip science down to its bare essentials. How does a GPS measure distance? Was a question from this week. Don’t miss the answer. 29 January 2010 Business Day Associate Editor Hillary Joffe wrote: “How do you nationalise a company nobody owns? And even if you could, how would you value it?” Hear more about this and other aspects of the proposal. 28 January 2010 Many of us have heard of the name Khanyi Mbau and have often wondered what makes her so famous. Some people have said that she is famous for being famous. Hear what she says about herself. 28 January 2010 Dr Blade Nzimande, General Secretary of the South African Communist Party helps us understand what it means to be a communist in South Africa today. 27 January 2010 Last Friday with Doctor Eve, Angela called us to talk about a problem she has with her partner who is not interested in sex or intimacy at all. Dr Schomer looks at it from a psychological perspective and defines the different kinds of intimacy to us. 26 January 2010 Many listeners have expressed reservations about the integrity of the Lotto draw, wondering if the results were live and have even asked if the Lotto is rigged. Neil Jasper, Chief Executive of Sales and Operations at Gidani addresses these concerns. 26 January 2010 Too many promises and not enough regulatory support. Part Two of an ongoing discussion around funerals and funeral insurance. 25 January 2010 What motivates individuals to make such incredible sacrifices, and how do they manage to keep themselves emotionally intact and physically healthy in the face of such terrible desperation? This conversation deals with more than Haiti, and features Eyewitness News Reporter JP Du Plessis, Dr Kathryn Chu From Médecins Sans Frontières, and Colin Diner, Team Leader At Rescue SA. 25 January 2010 Dr Eve addresses sexless marriages, where one partner is not interested at all in intercourse. 22 January 2010 Nik gives us a hilarious summary of the events from the past week, including the fact that Tiger Tracking has become more popular than whale watching in Cape Town. 22 January 2010