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Jane Linley-Thomas

If Jane Linley-Thomas were to appear in the dictionary, you’d find the following words next to her name: high-energy, passion, inspirational and exuberance. This channel features some of the content from Jane's radio shows.
Weekly English South Africa Society & Culture · Kids & Family
502 Episodes
56 – 76

Embury Institute teacher shares a special message on #WorldTeachersDay

Being a teacher is known as one of the most underrated professions in the world, and also one of the most difficult. Not only do they dedicate their lives to empowering and educating the youth, they sometimes have to put up with kids who really don't want to learn. We…
5 Oct 2018 1 min

Durban psychologist shares insight into kids and gadget use

Over the years, the use of traditional toys has decreased, and technological ones have been on the rise - within reason. A local psychologist, Dr Paul Bushell shares his view on kids engaging with gadgets and technology at a young age.
3 Oct 2018 1 min

The "ART OF FASHION" hosts runway show at East Coast Radio

The East Coast Radio Deck was turned into a Runway ramp on Tuesday afternoon as Jane Linley- Thomas hosted The Art Of Fashion Show with 8 of the 25 Durban University Students Of Technology students and designers who will be showcasing at the annual Fashion Show between 4 and 5…
2 Oct 2018 5 min

#JanesWorld: Are theme parties still a thing in 2018?

A few weeks ago, Jane threw an amazing party for her kids, which didn't quite go as expected due to the weather, but it was a blast nonetheless. It got her thinking though, are theme parties in 2018 still a thing?
1 Oct 2018 4 min

Crime Stats: What are your security surveillance options:

With the recent crime statistics released, as well as a rise in kidnapping in South Africa, how is the security and surveillance industry stepping up to the challenge to help prevent these crimes? Jane Linley-Thomas sat down with Collen Glaeser, the Managing Director of AxxonSoft Southern Africa to find out…
20 Sep 2018 7 min

#JanesWorld: KZN shares their one-sided friendship stories

Being in a one-sided friendship sucks. Jane has been in a one-sided friendship before. It's exhausting, frustrating, and sometimes hurtful - the constant output with no input is awful. Friendships are usually a give-and-take type of situation, but when one friend gives and gets nothing in return, that's a sign…
19 Sep 2018 5 min

#JanesWorld: Durban woman dragged by colleagues over dress length

Jane received a WhatsApp from a friend on Wednesday who told me about a debate that her office broke out into after her colleague rocked up to work in a dress. It's not the style of the dress that sparked outrage, but rather the length. Her colleagues complained that her…
19 Sep 2018 4 min

Local Psychologist, Paul Bushell talks about the effects of #CrimeStats

SAPS released South Africa's new crime stats for 2017/2018, and the numbers are alarming. But are the numbers doing more in terms of giving us anxiety, or is it something that needs to be public knowledge? Jane caught up with local Psychologist, Paul Bushell to get his thoughts about the…
12 Sep 2018 1 min

Jane shares the one treasured item from her childhood

As we grow up and make the transition into adulthood, there are some treasures which stick with us. Jane Linley-Thomas decided to reflect on one that's near and dear to her. and asked KZN listeners to share theirs.
12 Sep 2018 3 min

#CrimeStats: Do KZN listeners want to hear about the numbers or not?

According to our Newswatch team, the numbers were released in Parliament on Tuesday and cited that crime is certainly on the rise. Notable mentions are the 20,336 people that were murdered in the country from April 2017 to March 2018 (6,9% increase from the past year), and that 57 people…
11 Sep 2018 5 min

Let's Get Local: Meet the refugee who risked it all for a dream

Patricia Mudiayi misses her home. She missed the beauty, the games, the energy. At the age of 29, she had to leave the Democratic Republic of Congo. Although she had a degree in Chemical Engineering, Mudiayi couldn’t find work besides tutoring. It wasn’t the life she wanted. So she decided…
11 Sep 2018 1 min

#HotGoss: Jane pays tribute to US rapper, Mac Miller

Fans around the world have expressed their sadness over the passing of US rapper, Mac Miller. The 26-year-old died on Friday at his home in Los Angeles, California from an apparent drug overdose. The rapper was well-known for many hit songs including, 'Weekend' featuring Miguel, which delves into how he…
10 Sep 2018 2 min

An exclusive interview with 'The Voice' Craig Lucas

Season 2 of winner of The Voice SA, Craig Lucas joined Jane Linley-Thomas for a personal one on one about an open letter that he penned to his family, friends, and fans on social media. Craig, opens up about his sexuality and the reaction of his friends and family.
7 Sep 2018 11 min
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