The Drive with Rob & Roz

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie open up about body image issues

The body positivity movement has become more powerful in the last few years. Although we try to not be too hard on ourselves and practice what we preach, it can be tough at times. Rob and Roz wanted to talk about their struggles with body positivity and what the movement…

14 Feb 2023 3 min

Precious The Planner shares Valentine's Day tips

Delicious chocolates, beautiful red roses and fluffy teddy bears are some of the first things you think about when you think of the loveliest day of the year. But are roses still the go-to? How should you be spoiling your loved one? Rob and Rozanne asked Precious The Planner to…

14 Feb 2023 6 min

Rozanne shares her major Valentine's Day fail

Whether you are single, dating, or married, there is always some sort of expectation for the 14th of February which, unfortunately, can lead to disappointment. The evening before Valentine's Day, Rozanne was having a conversation with her husband to make sure they were on the same page and had agreed…

14 Feb 2023 2 min

Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie pay tribute to AKA

On 11 February the tragic news broke that Kiernan Forbes, better known as rapper AKA, had been shot and killed. Not only was he someone who changed the music game, but he was also a son, a brother, a father and a friend. Rob Forbes and Rozanne McKenzie wanted to…

13 Feb 2023 4 min

Listen to Rozanne McKenzie's first traffic bulletin from 10 years ago!

Happy #WorldRadioday! It should be no surprise that it's one of our favourite days of the year. So to celebrate this day, our love for radio and our love for you, our listeners, we found Rozanne McKenzie's first-ever traffic bulletin from her first day at Jacaranda FM.

13 Feb 2023 5 min

Will 'klippie' collector Anton give away his necklace or not?

If you have been living under a rock for the past few days (pun intended) you might have missed the incredibly interesting story of Anton, a listener who collects all sorts of stones and rocks. He recently found a very special rock that he made into a pretty necklace and…

10 Feb 2023 7 min

SONA 2023 Review: Who made the right predictions?

The SONA has come and gone, and as some of us (especially Rob) have predicted, there was excitement, upset, and everything in between. Listen to the team discuss all the various events that took place during last night's address and share their opinions on #ExplainedWellWithChristelle.

10 Feb 2023 4 min

SONA 2023 Preview: Everything you need to know

While we all know that SONA is a significant event that South Africans wait for in anticipation every year, do any of us really know what is going on when we tune in or follow along on social media? Luckily #ExplainedWellWithChristelle is here to give you all the clarity you…

9 Feb 2023 6 min

Roz has a major wardrobe malfunction in Cape Town

In case you missed it - Roz missed the show recently as she was looking glam, while working hard, in Cape Town. Unfortunately, before her flight home, her jeans ripped and she had to make a plan as quickly, and without as much embarrassment as possible.

9 Feb 2023 1 min

What happens when South Africans end up in jail overseas?

Getting arrested is never a good idea but in your home country, you at least kind of know what you're getting into. What happens when a South African ends up in a foreign jail? And how many SA citizens are country stuck in prisons overseas? Journalist Christelle du Toit is…

8 Feb 2023 5 min

Will I be able to afford tertiary education for my child?

The cost of living has only gone up and it does not show any signs of slowing down soon. What does that mean for children hoping to further their studies and receive a tertiary education? Rob, Roz and Christelle discuss the nerve-wracking numbers related to all things education.

7 Feb 2023 4 min

Listener Kyle gets emotional after receiving a life-changing gift

Every day we give listeners the opportunity to play the quiz and after Kyle won his R500, he got very emotional. Kyle shared that things have not been going well and that he has had a spell of bad luck. With the help of our incredible listeners, we were able…

7 Feb 2023 2 min

"I started collecting my girlfriend's hair"

The team recently read a story about a girl who has the largest collection of snakes. While not everyone might want a collection of snakes, most people accumulate curiosities throughout their lives that they find interesting or that have sentimental value. One listener shares how he started his very interesting…

7 Feb 2023 3 min

Rozanne McKenzie shares why she might not be the next Lance Armstrong

In case you didn't know, Rozanne McKenzie is currently training hard and she will soon be taking part in her first triathlon! With only three weeks to go before the big day, she's more determined than ever. Unfortunately, while cycling this weekend, she had a bit of an incident.

6 Feb 2023 4 min

How much should domestic workers be earning?

In this installment of Explained Well with Christelle the team discuss minimum wage. Specifically what South Africans are expected to pay their domestic workers, what the current minimum wage is, and if it will possibly change. Take a listen to find out more.

6 Feb 2023 4 min

Pretoria resident shares his strange collection

The team recently read a story about a girl who has the largest collection of snakes. While not everyone might want a collection of snakes, most people accumulate curiosities throughout their lives that they find interesting or that have sentimental value. One Pretoria listener called in and told Rob &…

6 Feb 2023 5 min

Find out why you don't need 95 unleaded

If it's not load shedding frustrating us, it's something else. So let's talk about fuel baby. Journalist Christelle du Toit is here to debunk fuel-related myths, provide some clarity and also give you all the facts you need to better understand all things fuel.

3 Feb 2023 5 min

"I charged my son R400 to teach him a lesson" - Rozanne McKenzie

Children tend to be a bit forgetful; sometimes, it might be at the parents' expense. Lost phones, games, or even school uniforms can lead to unpleasant lessons that need to be learned. Take a listen to find out why Rozanne McKenzie had to charge her son R400 after he lost…

3 Feb 2023 3 min

Which came first: the expensive chicken or the rare egg?

For a long time, philosophers have been debating which one came first, the chicken or the egg. Soon that might not be our biggest poultry concern. The USA has been experiencing some chicken drama as prices have inflated exponentially. Other countries have also been having issues with chickens, eggs and…

2 Feb 2023 4 min

"If a kid can operate a cellphone, they can do the work" - Anon.

We aren't parenting experts by any means but people do enjoy going on the internet and sharing their opinions. Recently we came across a list of chores that are appropriate for children of different ages. Naturally, we asked the Jacaranda listeners: at what age should children start doing their part…

2 Feb 2023 3 min