Thandolwethu is honest, raw and real. Her direct approach to topics, and her self-deprecating humour, are part of what make her so popular.
So the final match-up had to go out with a bang. This is a special one because we decided to feature the artist who has received the most votes during this competition, the one-and-only, Michael Jackson. But who would be worthy enough to take him on in the final? Why the legendary Whitney Houston, of course! Take a listen to find out which mega-superstar took the last Massive Music Match-Up crown.
Let's not make this very popular "unlucky" day, Friday the 13th, any worse! It might seem like a good idea to watch some scary movies on a Friday night, but maybe it would be a better idea to skip these on a night like tonight. Minnie Ntuli and Sky Tshabalala are here to help you avoid any further scariness by asking KZN which horror movies have stuck with them after watching it.
Do you still remember your ex's number? Who lives at 42 Wallaby Way, Sydney? Can you even keep track of the number of song lyrics stuck in your head? Minnie Ntuli wanted to hear all about the wonderfully meaningless information KZN has stored in their brains. And even Darren Maule had some less than interesting info to share...
Today we're taking it back to the days of being a bright-eyed and care-free teenager. Whether you only turned 16 last year, or maybe it's been a few years, you might still be able to recall what you did to pass the time. Minnie asked KZN to share what they were getting up to as a 16-year-old on a Friday night. (Hopefully, these people won't get into any trouble when their parents hear these stories...)
They are complete musical powerhouses, who have dominated the industry for decades and have brought us some of the most iconic and memorable songs/albums of all time. All we want for Christmas is for you to let your heart go on and vote for your favourite! Take a listen to find out if Mariah Carey, and her wonderful whistle notes, or Celine Dion, and her French finesse, will come out on top.
If you can use all these incredible pick-up lines to meet someone, why not give break-up lines a little bit of a makeover? The usual break-up lines won't cut it anymore, we think it's time for some new ones! Take a listen below to find out which brilliant new break-up lines KZN came up with.
Today on Finding You, Lisa Welsh wants to talk about your favorite music. "Did you know that your favourite tunes are a shortcut to a pleasure tidal wave?" And though it might seem like a straightforward concept and seem very obvious, Lisa is taking it deeper. Today, she will share with you the science behind music and why it has the ability to make us feel the way we do...
Things can go very wrong at a housewarming, as they often do at parties, and no matter how civilized the get-together, there will definitely be a mess that you, the new homeowner, would have to clean up. This leads us to the predicament Minnie Ntuli currently finds herself in: she wants the housewarming and the gifts, but not the mess. Find out if KZN agrees or disagrees with Minni.
Listen here and find out which movies you should definitely watch (or maybe even avoid). Because Minnie Ntuli decided to get KZN all in their feels by finding out which movies make them cry every time they watch it. Grab a tissue and prepare yourself.
Alicia Keys is known for her slick vocals and RnB feel, while John Legend is known for pretty much exactly the same thing. And let's not forget that they both can hit those notes effortlessly while playing along on the piano as if it's the most natural thing in the world. So which musical maestro won this match-up?
2020 has been bad enough, so we think you should feel free to tell people exactly what you want this festive season. What would happen if you were to receive a gift that might make you lose your mind? Maybe you just can't handle being given another mask, no matter how fancy or unique it is. That's why Minnie Ntuli wanted to know: "If you're exchanging gifts this year, what is the one present you would NOT want to receive?"
Not many people are lucky enough and can say that their first partner is also going to be their last, their one-and-only. And although most of us would LOVE to have amicable and civil break-ups, that isn't always the case... Minnie Ntuli decided to ask KZN: "How did you part ways with your first boyfriend/girlfriend?"
Curfew at 10 pm, no dating, no sleepovers, the list of rules goes on... Parenting styles differ and although you might still agree with a lot of what your parents did while you were growing up, you will most likely be making a few changes. Minnie Ntuli wanted to hear what that one thing was that your parents didn't allow you to do, but you are allowing your kids to do, and why?
Today on Minnie's Music Match-up, KZN will determine who has the better moves and voice to match. With their incredible vocals, these two are in a league of their own. And that's exactly why we're putting them in the ring and making you decide who will take the top spot. Has the DJ got you falling in love with Usher again? Or will you join JT in telling him to go cry you a river?
Today on Minnie's Music Match-up, two singers will once again battle it out to determine who will reign supreme. Both have voices like honey, can hit incredible notes, and are considered to be two of the best singers in the world. So without further ado, we brought together Sam Smith and Michael Bublé for another match-up to see who will be dancing their way to the top.
Shame can be a deeply negative and toxic emotion. When we feel ashamed, the origin of this feeling tends to come from ideas and messages planted within us by someone else. Today, Lisa Welsh is here to teach you how to help release the grip shame has on your life. Take a listen to start your journey to a shameless life.
You meet a person who has been living in silence their entire life and they have never heard music. Not even a single note. Suddenly they're allowed to listen to one song and one song only, before returning to a life without music. They turn to you and ask you for one song recommendation. Which song do you tell them to listen to?
A TikTok-famous couple released a video in which they confirmed that they are step-siblings and that they are romantically involved. Now people have a lot of questions, with the most obvious being: is this appropriate or not? They're technically not related but they still kind of are? Minnie Ntuli decided to pose the same question to KZN and hear what their opinion on the matter is. Step-Sibling Romantic Relationship · Should Step-Siblings be able to date?
According to the Cambridge English Dictionary, a one-hit-wonder is "a performer of popular music who makes one successful recording but then no others". Today on Minnie's Music Match-up, we're putting two of the biggest one-hit wonders up against each other...
Whether your parents helped you out or you bought it with some hard-earned cash, at the end of the day, it doesn't even matter. Even though the car might be replaced, those memories never will be. That's why Minnie decided to throw it back by asking KZN: "How did you part ways with your first car?"
The power of music is undeniable and sometimes you just need one song to transport you back to a certain time and place. Just think of that moment when you hear those first notes and the melody hits and it connects you to a memory. Minnie Ntuli decided to play KZN a classic tune and asked them if they could recall their favourite memories that connect them to this song
Minnie Ntuli was shocked when she found a Canadian woman who has moved an insane amount of times in only five years! And she decided to ask KZN how many times they've had to move house, and why people move so regularly?
Today on Minnie's Music Match-up, we're putting two of the world's biggest musical sensations up against each other... And as always, Minnie Ntuli left it up to KZN to cast a vote and help determine which one truly is the breakout star of the last decade. Is it too late now to say sorry? We just want to find out who is on the A-team!
We all have that little voice inside our heads telling us we're not good enough. And if anyone tells you they don't hear that little voice, they're probably lying. Today, Lisa Welsh is sharing more about imposter syndrome and how to effectively deal with it whenever it rears its ugly head.
Minnie Ntuli and her producer received an e-mail from a listener seeking advice. Dealing with death is hard, and relationships have their own ups and downs. So what happens when you combine the two...Take a listen to find out what sage advice KZN had to offer.
There is a new major debate that has a lot of different people fired up. But is there a right or wrong answer? Is it as black and white as it seems or should there be rules and regulations? And one of the biggest questions is if there is truly a need/market for this type of product? Minnie Ntuli asked KZN their opinion not the matter and also revealed if selling breastmilk in South Africa is legal.
Some things are better left unsaid. Especially when you talk to your boss. But Minnie Ntuli wanted KZN to share their work secrets with her and asked them to finish this sentence: "My boss can never know that..." These little white lies did not dissapoint.
Most South Africans have suffered the loss of some of their most cherished or important items. Phones, laptops, televisions, cars, the list goes on... This is not that story, though. This story tells the rare tale of how Minnie Ntuli got her stolen phone back. But she's not the only one!
Today is a tough one: We're going local and pitting two of our favourite musical ladies against each other. We have a lot of love in our hearts for both of these incredibly talented singers, but it's up to KZN to decide who will be the winner. But turns out there was a unexpected plot twist!
Have your parents ever tried to bribe you with a nice little R2 coin for simple tasks or chores? Maybe you had to scratch a few backs for a little cash money. This made Minnie Ntuli think so she asked KZN: "What is the very first thing you did for money?" Which isn't necessarily your first job, it might be something completely different!
The journey to complete self-love and acceptance is a long one. Now it's time to fall in love with your whole self, just the way you are. We're getting rid of the pain and the shame, with the help of LisaWelsh, of course. Today, Lisa is sharing a very important tool that will further help you learn to love your body on this edition of Finding You.
There will always be people who firmly believe that men should be the sole breadwinner. There will also be people who firmly believe that men should not be the sole breadwinner. Minnie Ntuli asked KZN what they think and these stories wil shock you!
Minnie Ntuli recently found out that one of her friends, who is in a long-term relationship, has asked her man what he earns. But he won't tell her because he thinks it's inappropriate. This led Minnie to ask the question: "At what point in the relationship is it appropriate to know how much your significant other earns?" Money causes relationship problems
Google has finally created a feature that will make it even easier to find music. But Minnie wants to know if KZN is quicker. Sky sent in a beautiful voice note of him humming one of his favourite tunes and Minnie asked KZN to help her figure out which song it could possibly be. READ MORE HERE · Google has a new feature
No matter what language you speak or where you live, food is universal and it doesn't discriminate. It has the ability to bring people together, like a good old braai. And it also plays a massive role in any culture! Not to mention we all have our favourite meals that we would eat again and again. Minnie asked KZN to share the meals they think everyone should try at least once.
Whether you go to the best-rated hair salon or the worst-rated hair salon, mistakes happen. In the end, no matter where you go, there is some risk involved. Everyone dreams of telling their hairstylist "I absolutely love it!" and actually meaning it. Minnie Ntuli asked KZN to share their hair salon horror stories and they did not disappoint.
Mobile phones have become an integral part of our daily routines and lives, whether we like it or not. That's why when we suddenly find ourselves without it, we feel lost. Minnie Ntuli recently lost her phone, but you should hear what happened when she decided to call it. Lost phones are the worst!
Today on Minnie Ntuli's Music Match-up: Two musical heavyweights are taking the stage. Yet only one can take the crown for the greatest male vocalist of all-time. Will it be the iconic, yet controversial, moonwalking King himself - Michael Jackson? Or will the crown sit on the head of true music royalty - Prince? Michael Jackson vs. Prince
Sometimes we can get caught up in our mistakes and struggle to move on. No matter how many times we hear the cliche lines like "the past is in the past", it never really sinks in. Today, Lisa Welsh is here to teach you how to look at your mistakes in a different light on this episode of Finding You. Finding You with Lisa Welsh
One man has decided to eat 100 KFC Zingerbox meals in 100 days. If you were to eat the same thing every day for a long time you would probably get really tired of it, real fast. Imagine living in an ideal world where this wouldn't happen, Minnie asked KZN: "What meal would you be able to eat every day for 100 days?" Man eats 100 KFC meals for 100 days
Last week it was announced that local-turned-international television host Trevor Noah has made it onto a very important list. He has been nominated as one of the Sexiest Men Alive! Minnie Ntuli decided to not only motivate KZN to get voting for our very own representative, but she also had to ask them one very important question. VOTE NOW
And just like every other aspect in life: everyone is unique and gets nervous in different situations. That's why Minnie asked KZN to finish the following sentence: "I get really nervous when..." Take a listen to find out what gives KZN sweaty palms and racing hearts.
Did you know that when a female fox dies, her male mate will remain widowed forever. While when the male fox dies, the female almost always instantly moves on to a new partner. When Minnie Ntuli saw this she just had to ask KZN what they have decided to do if one were to pass away?
Have you ever opened the fridge at work expecting to sit down and enjoy a delicious meal, only to be met with utter disappointment? But is it really such a big deal when a co-worker takes your food without asking? Are the people writing their names just being petty? And was there one specific event that led to you having to become this person?
Minnie Ntuli is back with her Music Match-Up and today it's all about girl power! Make sure you head on over to the East Coast Radio webpage and get voting. Then make sure to listen as things get intense and find out who took the title of Best Girl Group. VOTE
Have you always been a people-pleaser? Have you noticed that you would sacrifice your own happiness for others? If you want to learn how to focus on yourself first and stop over-committing, this episode of Finding You is for you. Today, Lisa Welsh is here to serve as your wakeup call and remind you to start standing up for yourself.
Have you ever received a gift that you didn't like? Many have mastered the art of deception and can hide the disappointment well. But if you really want to get rid of the present, you could always re-gift it. Minnie Ntuli decided to ask KZN if they've ever re-gifted any gifts and why?
Electronic banking can lead to some major mistakes! One wrong number could send the money to a completely different account or result in the amount being much larger than intended. Your ex has accidentally sent you a total of R100,000. Gordon Graham didn't ask KZN whether they would pay back the money or not, but rather: "In three words, what would your reply be?"
Did you ever think you were extremely good at something as a child? But quickly realised that you were actually quite bad? Like playing a sport or making art. Gordon Graham and KZN shared the one thing they excelled at as a kid (or that's what they thought).
What would you do if your partner asked you to take a lie detector test and they could you any question they wanted? This is what Minnie asked KZN on Friday. And although she knew some people would say no, because of infidelity, she was completely shocked at the number of people that insinuated they were unfaithful!
It's Friday which means it time for some bad advice courtesy of the #BadMomsClub. Today one mom needs some with a teenager who doesn't want to do chores. And you definitely need to hear the crazy, but effective, advice Thenjiwe had to offer.