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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
68 – 88

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

WhatsApp on child kidnapping goes viral

When you receive a 'viral' WhatsApp message telling you that there is a strike or expected chaos on the roads, do you stop to ask yourself if this is true or do you fuel the panic? Listen to the voice note that sparked the debate.
6 Sep 2018 1 min

Meet Matt Clark, the man who says he can help your businesses flourish

Matt Clark helps business owners automate their businesses using LinkedIn in this fast-paced, ever-changing work climate. Listen as he and Jane discuss his upcoming FREE LinkedIn Mastery in the morning at the Blue Waters Hotel, and then again in the afternoon at Makaranga Garden Lodge in Kloof.
3 Sep 2018 2 min

We name and shame ex's using famous movie titles

Jane Linley-Thomas asked, and you delivered, from 'Runaway Bride' to 'The Fast and The Furious' we get an idea of what happened in your relationship. Getting into a relationship is great! You're getting to know the person; you have a connection, things are going seemingly great and then the other…
23 Aug 2018 2 min

Crazy childhood injury stories

Face it, we all have a childhood injury story to share. Big or small, Jane has decided to share hers and wants to hear all about yours too. What does your childhood injury story look or sound like? Do you wear your 'battle scars' with pride?
20 Aug 2018 5 min

Nina Hastie on why she went naked for Marie Claire's Naked Issue

In the September issue, Marie Claire launches its 2018 #DearBody New Naked campaign. This year, the team is proud to present the ‘New Naked’. Jane caught up with comedian Nina Hastie to find out why she decided to be a part of this amazing campaign.
20 Aug 2018 1 min

#BreastCancerSurvivor: Meet our fifth and final recipient, Bev Brynes

The M Store, creators of mastectomy bras and prosthesis, want to aid those in need on their journey to recovery. The M Store, has very generously committed to giving five women breast prostheses and mastectomy bras, as well as a consultation at any one of The M Store practices in…
14 Aug 2018 2 min
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