The Joyride
Join The Joyride with Nico van der Westhuizen, Nikki van der Linde, Kayla Barker and JayBee Makhalemele weekdays between 15:00 and 18:00.
Weird Wide Web - Bird of the year is a...bat?
A New Zealand charity ruffled a few feathers this week after announcing the winner of their Bird of the Year award wasn’t a bird at all, but rather a long-tailed bat!
Podcast of the week - One Plus One
What happens when two geniuses meet? How do great duos -- like the Beatles' Lennon and McCartney, or Google's Larry Page and Sergey Brin -- manage to change the world together? What about when the sparks start to fly? Every great collaboration is a love story. It’s intense. Passionate. Along…
Weird Wide Web - Build your own robot dog
A company in Hong Kong has designed a robot dog that the consumer can build themselves at home.
Weird Wide Web - A Knighted penguin
When you thought the internet couldn't get any weirder, it always does. A king penguin at Edinburgh zoo has been knighted by the Norwegian King's Guard.
What's on the Menu - Smoked mackerel & chicken liver pate
Chef Maridine is back with another easy to make recipe! This week she helps with making some tasty pate to go perfect with your pre-braai snacks.
Thomas van Tonder on The Joyride
Nico caught up with talented, adventurous and obstacle course athlete Thomas van Tonder. The South African started racing OCR in 2013 and finished second in his first race. Within three years he had turned pro!
The Joyride's Town of the week - Fouriesburg
Seeing that Aaron hasn't been able to fully explore central South Africa due to the pandemic, he decided to take little tours at least once a week. He starts his journey in the eastern Free State town of Fouriesburg, situated along the R711 & R26 routes, a stone throw away…
Weird Wide Web - South African "John Wick"
A rumored vigilante in South Africa has earned the nickname 'John Wick' and been hailed as a 'hero' by local residents. However, police say the evidence so far does not suggest the killings are the work of a lone gunman.
Salomien & Morne Delport on The Joyride
Nico speaks to Bloemfontein based body building couple Salomien & Morne Delport who recently took part in the IBFF World's Pro Am 2021 and both came back with top 3 finishes. They tell us about fitness for competition, explain some of the difference within the sport and plans for the…
Conspiracy Corner - Nibiru, truth or myth?
This strange planetary light was spotted next to the sun. Is it possibly the mythical 10th planet called Nibiru spoken of by the Sumerians or is it something else?
Weird Wide Web - Man asks police to jail him to escape his wife
There's taking a break from the house to avoid an argument, then there's what this guy did. A man on probation and under house arrest, handed himself over to the police just to "escape" from his wife.
Weird Wide Web - Trampoline Bridges
"Nine years ago, an idea spread like wildfire across the internet, a trampoline bridge over Paris’s River Seine. Although the concept soon went viral, it remained unrealized until 2021."
Podcast of the week - Hollywood & Crime (Young Charlie)
How did Charles Manson become an evil, cunning monster? In August 1969, the world is shocked by the savage murders of movie star Sharon Tate and four others at the sprawling Hollywood Hills estate she shares with film director Roman Polanski. When the following night another couple is brutally slaughtered,…
Weird Wide Web - 3P Printed steak
Researchers from Osaka University in Japan have 3D printed wagyu beef, and it looks very close to the real thing.
Lifehacks with Nikki
Ever worried about a sweat stain? Or maybe your stokings tearing? Well this week, Nikki has the perfect tips to help you out.
Weird Wide Web - Nightmare on Elm Street house for sale
The Los Angeles home from the 1984 movie A Nightmare on Elm Street has been listed for sale in time for Halloween with an asking price of $3.5 million.
What's on the menu - Avocado Ice cream
Our in house chef, Chef Maridine is back! This week, she has a rather peculiar dessert, but one sure to tickle your taste buds.
Weird Wide Web - Gotham City themed restaurants
Behind the secret entrance lie five restaurant and bar spaces, all immaculately designed. A Gotham City-themed restaurant has opened in London's Soho - but you'll need a keen eye to spot it.
Conspiracy Corner - Did WWE predict 9/11?
The internet is laden with conspiracy theories regarding the infamous terrorist attacks on the twin towers. One can have their pick from a huge variety and ironically, most of them are logical and put forth a cogent argument.
Weird Wide Web - Captain Beany
A baked bean fanatic has adapted every aspect of his life to centre around his 'passion' and has even forked out over £10,000 ($13,700) on bean-themed merch.