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Someone just invited you to their big event this Saturday. Are you flattered to be thought of—or secretly wondering if you were on the B-list all along? This week, we’re spilling the tea on last-minute invites. Are they casual and cool or just plain rude? Is it ever okay to hit someone up daysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
South African singer-songwriter Jeremy Loops is set to make waves on one of the world’s most iconic festival stages. Over the weekend, it was confirmed that Loops will perform on Saturday, June 28, 2025, on the Acoustic Stage at Glastonbury Festival—a milestone moment in his career. Glastonbury, renowned for its legendary lineups and cultural significance, will once again see South Africa represented on the global stage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Think you know your music? It’s time to prove it! We give you a famous lyric, you hit us back with the missing word! From pop to hip-hop, we’re testing your lyric game live on air. Call in, text, or shout it out – just bring your best! UP FOR GRABS: 2 TICKETS TO ANELE & THE CLUB LIVE ON THE 19TH OF JULY AT SUNBET ARENA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This round of If I Ruled the World is going down in South Africa. Trevor invites friends-of-the-show Anele Mdoda and Sizwe Dhlomo to give ruling the world a try. Elections. Human Connection. Mandatory commuting. It's all in the timing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This Father’s Day — did your gift totally miss the mark? Socks again? A weird gadget? Let’s trade it. Live on air. We asked you to call us, tell us what you got – and what you’d rather have.If another dad’s up for a swap, we’ll connect you right here on Anele & The Club.Think of it like a gift exchange – but with total strangers and way more fun!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, we had the privilege of speaking with international DJ and philanthropist Black Coffee about his Foundation's rapid response to the devastating floods in the Eastern Cape. In the aftermath of severe storms that have claimed over 49 lives and displaced thousands, Black Coffee's team has mobilized to provide essential aid to affected communities. Areas like Mthatha, Ngcobo, and Coffee Bay have been among the hardest hit, with infrastructure damage estimated at R4.5 billion, including destroyed roads, bridges, and healthcare facilities. In our conversation, Black Coffee shares insights into the Foundation's relief efforts, the challenges on the ground, and how listeners can contribute to the ongoing recovery. For more info on: https://www.blackcoffee.foundation/about See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Be honest—are you that parent? The one who looks out the window, sees a little frost on the grass, and suddenly it's a snow day… even if school’s still open? Maybe you tell yourself, "It’s just too cold for little Jimmy to function today." Or maybe you remember how awful cold bus stops were and think, “Nope. Not my baby.” Hey, we get it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout swapped punchlines for running shoes and crossed the finish line of the Comrades Marathon! This morning on Anele and The Club, we’re celebrating Schalk and EVERYONE who braved those long, painful kilometers—whether you ran it, cheered from the sidelines, or have no toenails left to prove it. Got a friend, family member, or colleague who conquered the Comrades? Tag them below and let’s give them the love (and the ice packs) they deserve!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele and The Club, in partnership with Leroy Merlin, just changed a life.Jermaine, who is bravely living with a serious illness, and his incredible family received a stunning 2-bathroom makeover that’s not only elegant—but truly life-changing. These new, user-friendly spaces are designed with care, comfort, and dignity in mind—giving the family a fresh start and a beautiful sanctuary to call their own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele has a question, a Big one in fact: If the oldest building in Germany was blown to smithereens, can you still call it the oldest building? She says: "Our tour guide is walking us around and says this is the oldest building, this building is night next to the New Town hall, it was built in 1670 what what ... but it was destroyed in the war and then rebuilt 40 years ago using wallpaper that looks like old bricks. Surely that is then NOT the oldest building."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Think you know your music? It’s time to prove it! We give you a famous lyric, you hit us back with the missing word! From pop to hip-hop, we’re testing your lyric game live on air. Call in, text, or shout it out – just bring your best! UP FOR GRABS: 4 TICKETS TO WATCH HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGGON! On the 8th of June at the IMAX in Eastgate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Someone landed in Anele's inbox and his name is werner: he writes: I am getting married over the long weekend in June. My future father-in-law asked if he could have a surprise solo dance with my future mother-in-law right at the very beginning of the reception — just the two of them redoing their first dance. He wants the DJ to announce it as a special moment and doesn’t want anyone else joining them on the dance floor. So we want to find Are There Any Concessions That You Made For Your In Laws That You Regret Making?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this GUEST episode of Disciples Make, Anele interviews Tiffany Byrd Harrison. As a seasoned actor with dozens of theater credits, and a growing YouTube channel of 23K+ subscribers, Tiffany has experienced first hand what it is like to follow Jesus in professional creative environments. She and Anele talk about Tiffany's upbringing and what lead her to following Jesus and a career in acting. Tiffany also shares where she currently is in her walk as a follower of Jesus, personally and professionally. You can find Tiffany's YouTube channel here.Disciples Make is a ministry dedicated to declaring the glory of God through the craftsmanship of disciples around the world. We do this by means of education, training and storytelling. We exist to encourage the believer and to reach those seeking truth. At the heart of all that we do our mission is to follow Jesus, love people and make disciples.www.disciplesmake.com
Hey Joburg kids! Did you break something, forget your chores, or maybe borrowed your mom's lipstick for your art project? Don’t worry — Auntie Anele’s got your back! On "Help Auntie Anele – My Mom Is Cross With Me," we’re giving YOU the mic! Call in and tell us what got your mom all fired up — whether it’s spilled juice on her new carpet or “accidentally” feeding the dog her dinner. We’ll help you say sorry in the cutest way possible, and maybe even get you back in her good books!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele's Story time: A friend of mine went to the World Cup in Paris and was only meant to go for a week, and when South Africa made it into the final he managed to buy tickets, and then told his wife he is extending his trip; his wife said ''No Sir' come home we'll watch the final here. So the question here is... Would A wife be wrong for telling her husband to come back home after he decided to extend his holiday to attend the Rugby World Cup Final?? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What happens when passion, culture, and flavour walk into a radio studio? You get ONEZWA on #AneleAndTheClubOn947!This morning, we had the absolute joy of hanging out with the queen of homegrown goodness!She dished on everything from foraging and farming and why food is so much more than what’s on the plate.We laughed, we learned, we got very hungry
On this CREW episode of Disciples Make, Corban and Anele talk about their experience in an unhealthy church environment in the earlier years of their relationship, how they eventually ended up finding a healthy church community in Los Angeles, and how it impacted their faith and artistic journeys.Disciples Make is a ministry dedicated to declaring the glory of God through the craftsmanship of disciples around the world. We do this by means of education, training and storytelling. We exist to encourage the believer and to reach those seeking truth. At the heart of all that we do our mission is to follow Jesus, love people and make disciples.www.disciplesmake.com
On this CREW episode of Disciples Make, Corban and Anele talk about their journey as artists over the last decade from their early twenties into their early thirties. They scratch the surface of topics dealing with creative milestones and lessons learned, as well as some of their current aspirations as artists on mission in Christ's kingdom.Disciples Make is a ministry dedicated to declaring the glory of God through the craftsmanship of disciples around the world. We do this by means of education, training and storytelling. We exist to encourage the believer and to reach those seeking truth. At the heart of all that we do our mission is to follow Jesus, love people and make disciples.www.disciplesmake.com
Isaura cracked the sound of the city on Anele & The Club See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
So Folks, Anele Is Now A Bride! We Are Sure There Is Lots That You Want To Know And We Thought We’d Help You Out By Confirming And Dispelling Some Articles Out There!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guys! Anele's friends went to a wedding of another friend who got married over the weekend. It was lovely apparently, but what wasn’t lovely was the bride's father telling the bridal party that he actually paid for their Airbnb for the weekend of the bachelorette party, which they all chipped R3000 in for. So big question is, who scammed who here??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Drones are the in thing right now but according to Anele, her son Alakhe has 2 drones which he almost never uses, so she believes it was a waste of money so we asked the parents to call us an tell us the thing we should not even bother buying our kids See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The one and only Lizzo joins #AneleAndTheClub for an exclusive interview! Get ready for real talk, big energy, and all the vibes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Funny! Funny! Funny! One thing about Anele & The Club we know how to have a good laugh! See you on Monday okes! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this GUEST episode of Disciples Make, Anele interviews Lorna Hall, Lorna is a certified Biblical Counselor through the Association of Biblical Counselors and is a Certified Facilitator of Prepare and Enrich. In this episode Anele and Lynne talk about what Discipleship is and what it can look like in everyday life.Disciples Make is a ministry dedicated to declaring the glory of God through the craftsmanship of disciples around the world. We do this by means of education, training and storytelling. We exist to encourage the believer and to reach those seeking truth. At the heart of all that we do our mission is to follow Jesus, love people and make disciples.www.disciplesmake.com
South African beauty queen and former Miss Universe, Zozibini Tunzi, has officially revealed that she is married. Anele was there to see it all! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
While doing the Sound of the City last week we had a caller whose name was JJ, turned out to be a lady; we were not expecting that. Anele then revealed that there was a nick name that she desperately wanted to stick! Not because this nick name rhymes with her actual name or is even remotely connected to her but she really just liked it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our friends on Night Pulse are putting together a list of things for their “March, March” they want to protest on your behalf... Let’s add to their list. What have you had it with??? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele does not trust people who have more than 1 phone, So we want to hear form Joburg what are silly reasons you don’t trust people?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele went to Coachella and found herself backstage, she says it’s another world... YouTube has their own area, there is another concert etc. Backstage is the REAL VIP. she was looking for something to drink. There are a bunch of trailers with a field in front of them, I see a barrel of water with ice and drinks in it. We ended up in the Weekends trailer... and Frankie shared the story about how their photographer B L V Q S M I T H the photographer, snuck into the Oscars... Now we asked Joburg if this has ever happened to them... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Most of us make sure we always have a good supply of our prescription drugs. But what over-the-counter medicines should all of us keep in our medicine chests to treat common ailments? Anele swears by Allergex, What do you swear by? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There is a place called Daves Hot Chicken, Anele, Frankie and Paul swear about this place, and say we must bring it to South Africa... Anele says it won’t survive because they sell chicken without the bone. Do you agree with her or Should Daves Hot Chicken make its way to South Africa....See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Cindy got injured while she was on a run and to spoil herself, she went to do her nails and get a massage, then after continued running home. her entire shoulder is blue. Speaking of blue, Anele had a massive bruise on her leg after being in her Oscars dress. Now we want to ask Joburg if they have any bruises currently See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a previous appearance on air with Anele and the Club, Lerena shared his vision for Aquila Boxing Promotions, and it's exciting to see this vision come to fruition just four months later. The promotion aims to create additional platforms for both male and female fighters to showcase their remarkable talents and to take SA boxing to the World!! Aquila Boxing Promotions has garnered significant acknowledgment and support, including backing from Minister Gayton McKenzie, reinforcing the initiative's potential impact on the sporting community and boxing within South Africa!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Instagrams favorite Etiquette coach William Hanson says that for social occasions i.e. you are going to someone’s house for a dinner etc., you should arrive 10 to 15 minutes after the stated arrival time. Anele says It’s apparently impolite to arrive on time when invited to someone’s house. I also hate it when people arrive before the time, now she is still setting up and you are getting in the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Frankie says the plane almost left Anele, she was looking for a magnet (she collects them from all her travels and has them on her fridge), I was calling her, and she wasn’t answering. Anele is defending herself saying Frankie told her that the door closes at 5pm! So, she thought she had time to shop for fridge magnet. So we want to ask the city: Does Your Partner/Child/Colleague/Friend Collect Something that You Find Ridiculous?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Off the back of the PnP advert we’ve realised that businesses do not make sing along jingles anymore! So, we as Anele & The Club decided we are going to make our own for brands! We want to make jingles for everyone, and we want you to tell us who and we'll make it. Joburg asked the club to make a jingle for Woolies!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Off the back of the PnP advert we’ve realised that businesses do not make sing along jingles anymore! So, we as Anele & The Club decided we are going to make our own for brands! We want to make jingles for everyone, and we want you to tell us who and we'll make it. Joburg asked the club to make a jingle for Eskom!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Off the back of the PnP advert we’ve realised that businesses do not make sing along jingles anymore! So, we as Anele & The Club decided we are going to make our own for brands! We want to make jingles for everyone, and we want you to tell us who and we'll make it. Joburg asked the club to make a jingle for WAXit!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Off the back of the PnP advert we’ve realised that businesses do not make sing along jingles anymore! So, we as Anele & The Club decided we are going to make our own for brands! We want to make jingles for everyone, and we want you to tell us who and we'll make it. Joburg asked the club to make a jingle for AVBOB!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele & The Club Made A Jingle For AVBOBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Off the back of the PnP advert we’ve realised that businesses do not make sing along jingles anymore! So, we as Anele & The Club decided we are going to make our own for brands! We want to make jingles for everyone, and we want you to tell us who and we'll make it. Today we are starting with major telecommunications company CELL C we made a jungle for them!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a bid to tackle the heavy traffic congestion that plagues Johannesburg's CBD, Uber has introduced a new service called Uber Moto. Piloted in parts of the western suburbs of the city, Uber Moto allows passengers to ride on motorbikes, offering a faster and more affordable alternative to traditional ride-hailing options. With fares starting at R18, Uber Moto promises to be nearly half the price of an UberGo for similar distances. The service is designed to cater to the needs of passengers looking to navigate the city quickly during peak hours with rides limited to one passenger per trip.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele is not happy with her partner – “Guys, I'm losing my mind! My partner does this thing where he offers to open my drink, but then he always takes a sip of it. Don’t sip my drink. You have your own drink!!!! Even water. You are bringing two bottles of water; you open my bottle and then sip it.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele & the Club chat to Dr Genevieve Theron, Entomologist and researcher at the Agricultural Council of South Africa as they discuss the increasing fly infestation in some parts of Gauteng.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joburg! Anele has a question or is it more of a theory than it is a question? “Guys, I have a theory, I have NOT been to a household that serves Brussel sprouts! When we were growing up you’d see it all over and we all hated it! Nowadays NO ONE has them in their house. So the question here is, What is the 2025 version of Brussel sprouts?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele once told her mom that she Lendt money to a friend of hers and after that her mom just did not like that friend! every time Anele's friend would call her mom would say: 'Does she want money again?' We know Anele is not the only one so...When did you mistakenly tell your mom something and they hated them for the rest of time!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Anele & Frankie earns Oscar bragging rights The Last Ranger, a short film Anele co-produced under Rose and Oaks — a production company they co-own, has nabbed a nomination at the #Oscars this year for Best Live-Action Short Film.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I honestly believe that people don’t know how to live in complexes. From those bothered by loud music to those playing their music too loud. Not everything should be a bother. Someone playing loud music for 10 seconds while parking, really shouldn’t bother anyone" - that's a tweet by Anele's friend Luwela's responding to complex living. we got her on the line, and she got Joburg talking! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have You Ever Gotten Mad At A Friend For Using The Same “Baby Name” As You? Maybe you have the same name as someone in your family? Anele's longtime friend Sizwe has a cousin named Sizwe and we thought we would ask Joburg if they have experienced this... The response was funnier than you think. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.