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Stacey & J Sbu

Your drive home, anchored by two trusted voices with undeniable chemistry. Stacey Norman and J Sbu bring sharp conversation, real perspective and high-energy moments that keep afternoons moving.

Expect fearless talk, strong opinions, and engaging features that reflect what listeners care about. If you miss it on air, you’ll find some of the best moments from the show here.
Weekly English South Africa Society & Culture · Personal Journals
3,844 Episodes
100 – 120

Confession: Secrets, scandals and second chances with Stacey and J Sbu

Today on Confessions with Stacey and J Sbu, listeners were taken on an emotional journey through the story of a graduate who has been unemployed for five years. The reason, however, is not what the parents believe. While they attribute the ongoing job search to a difficult market, the real…
25 Sep 2025 12 min

Stacey & J Sbu Explore the Madlanga Commission Inquiry

Join Stacey and J Sbu as they break down the latest developments in the high-stakes Madlanga Commission of Inquiry. With expert insights from the East Coast Radio Newswatch team, this episode unpacks explosive claims of corruption, political interference, and criminal syndicates infiltrating South Africa’s justice system. Discover what’s at stake,…
23 Sep 2025 7 min

Confessions: Family pressure to have kids

Stacey and J Sbu received an interesting confession today. The confession came from a woman in her late twenties who revealed the pressure she faces at every family gathering, constantly being asked when she plans to have children. Overwhelmed by the repeated questioning, she admitted to lying to her family,…
18 Sep 2025 8 min

Should Employees Be Expected to Answer Work Calls After Hours?

The boundaries between work and personal life have become increasingly blurred, especially since the pandemic. Stacey and J Sbu recently tackled the contentious issue of being contacted by employers after hours, sparking a lively debate among listeners. Many employees feel pressured to be available at all times, fearing they may…
17 Sep 2025 12 min

Stacey and J Sbu get KZN moving with Tamil hit on Traffic Jam with J Sbu

History was made on East Coast Radio this week when Stacey and J Sbu gave their listeners something completely fresh during Traffic Jam with J Sbu. At 17:25, they pressed play on Yeh Mache Inde, a Tamil track by South African singer Sharmaine Deol (née Maduray) and the response was…
17 Sep 2025 6 min

Prison Overcrowding in South Africa: A Crisis Demanding Nuanced Solutions

South Africa’s prisons, built for 103,000 inmates, now hold nearly 157,000, sparking urgent debate on whether to expand facilities or rethink sentencing. On East Coast Radio, Stacey Norman argued for more prisons to protect communities, while J Sbu promoted rehabilitation and alternative sentencing, citing Norway’s lower reoffending rate. Listeners shared…
16 Sep 2025 17 min

Unforgettable neighbour tales with Stacey and J Sbu

When it comes to Neighbourly drama, reality TV has nothing on the stories shared with Stacey and J Sbu. The duo opened the lines to listeners, inviting them to share the most bizarre, hilarious and downright jaw-dropping tales from their neighbourhoods. The result? A whirlwind of anecdotes that prove truth…
15 Sep 2025 8 min

Confession: Should Photos of the Ex Remain on the Family Walls?

Mark shared a heartfelt dilemma: after marrying his wife and moving into her home, he found the walls still adorned with family photos featuring her ex-husband and their children. Mark wonders if it’s fair to ask his wife to remove these reminders of her past, or if he’s being unreasonable…
11 Sep 2025 10 min

Kiddies Hotline: Teach us a new word that you recently learnt

Stacey and J Sbu asked the kids of KZN to become teachers by sharing a new word they’ve learned this year and explaining its meaning in their own words. Nine-year-old James impresses everyone with “hippopotomonstrosesquipedaliophobia” (the fear of long words) while Nicholas shares the word “discombobulated,” meaning confused. Other young…
10 Sep 2025 4 min

Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba doesn't hold back

In a world where vulnerability is often met with judgment, Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba stands as a beacon of courage and authenticity. As the host of the Don’t Hold Back podcast, Nozibele has transformed her personal journey into a platform that not only challenges stigma but also amplifies voices that are too…
10 Sep 2025 15 min

How Email Tone Shapes Communication

Email tone is a subtle yet powerful aspect of digital communication. As Stacey and J Sbu discussed, the way a message is phrased can completely change its meaning and the recipient’s reaction. Stacey noted, “You can say the same thing in two different ways and get two very different responses.”…
9 Sep 2025 11 min

Listen: If days were dates, who would you swipe right on?

Ever wondered what would happen if the days of the week were people and you had to pick one to date? Well, Stacey, J Sbu, and their listeners did just that, and the results are as wild as a Friday night out! Let’s start with Monday. Monday’s the overachiever in…
8 Sep 2025 11 min

When life snatches your moment away with Stacey and J Sbu

We’ve all felt it. that heart-stopping moment when something you desperately want is within reach, only to be snatched away. Stacey and J Sbu explored these “snatch moments,” starting with a young boy at the US Open, his hands outstretched for a player’s cap, only to have it whisked away…
5 Sep 2025 9 min

Taxi Strike KZN: Stacey and J Sbu catch up with Santaco KZN spokesperson Sifiso Shangase

KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) residents are facing widespread disruption as the ongoing taxi strike, led by the South African National Taxi Council (Santaco), continues to paralyze transport across the province. The strike, which began in the eThekwini metro area, has left thousands of commuters stranded, businesses short-staffed, and schools struggling with low…
4 Sep 2025 15 min

Family Heirlooms: Who gets them?

While J Sbu isn't in today, Stacey shared a story quite close to her. A few years ago, her grandmother (now 94) gave her a diamond ring. Something her grandmother received from her own mother. Now this ring skipped Stacey's mother and her younger sister. After sharing this, she asked…
2 Sep 2025 8 min
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