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 - Soccer fan trains goldfish to play soccer
Yang Tianxin has somehow taught five of his fish to play football and has proved a hit on social media. He taught them how to dribble, pass & score goals in an underwater pitch.
Weird Wide Web - Meet Jim Bachor, the pothole artist
Artist Jim Bachor found a really creative way of fixing the road and adding to the world of art.
What's on the menu - Ice lollies for the summer
Summer is here and every now and then, the kids will need a snack. So how about you give them a tasty and cooling snack? This week, Chef Maradine gives us an ice lollie recipe that has a naughty side for the adults.
Weird Wide Web - Nigels of the world unite!
Pub landlord Nigel Smith hosted a Nige-fest for hundreds of his namesakes over the weekend to stop the name from disappearing. Nigels from all over the world have met at a festival at a pub in Worcestershire.
Ian Gabriel on The Joyride
Nico chats to South African film & television director Ian Gabriel. Ian is also the director of the first Afrikaans series on Netflix, Ludik.
Conspiracy Corner - The Queen's death was predicted in 1555 by Nostradamus!
A book reinterpreting the poems of 16th Century French astrologer Nostradamus is flying off the shelves after it appeared to correctly predict the Queen's death.
Weird Wide Web - Plastic diamonds. How real are they?
We uncovered an article that had us wondering if the jewelry we have is really authentic. What would you do if you found out your precious diamond was made out of plastic?
Weird Wide Web - Body hacking: Man wants to be a cyborg
Manel de Aguas, a Spanish cyborg artist and transpecies activist based in Barcelona, has pushed the limits of what the human body is capable of with the help of modern technology.
Weird Wide Web - This bathroom wall somehow bleeds!
After months walking into her bathroom and feeling like she was in a horror film, this US woman has finally found out what has been causing this "bleeding".
Weird Wide Web - Counting sheep
When sleep evades you, one could advice you to "count sheep". The saying seems to have been turned into reality. Sleep-deprived Brits can now try falling asleep by counting sheep in real life.
What's on the menu - Summer toasted sandwiches
This week, we get a special saucy summer sandwich recipe from Chef Maradine. To make this better, we get tips on making creamy spicy mayo & sweet mustard sauce.
Hester Bergh talks Get Franck on The Joyride
The Get Franck app is an integrative digital mental healthcare solution. The app empowers the user with tools needed for a healthier state of mind. Nico chats to Hester Bergh, who is the creative director at Lovestruck. Hester tells us more about the app.
Weird Wide Web - The most expensive box of chocolates
When you think of something becoming more expensive with time, you would automatically think wine or whiskey. But what if we told you there is a tin of chocolates, made in 1899 that just sold for R9960?
Conspiracy Corner - A royal scandal
An internet rumor has it that there might be another royal that no one knew about, born of royal blood, but not from a royal mother.
Weird Wide Web - New TikTok challenge unsafe
In response to viral videos of people filming themselves sauteing chicken in a pan with the over-the-counter cold medicine, the FDA issued a statement calling the practice not just gross, but also dangerous.
Weird Wide Web - Midas, the cat with four ears
Animals always bring some color into our lives, especially if they are our pets. Now imagine how much color would be added to your life if your pet was Midas, the four eared cat!
Weird Wide Web - Water found in the Winchcombe meteorite
For the first time ever, scientists have discovered extra terrestrial water. The water was found in a meteorite that fell in the UK and it is believed it could provide cluse as to where earth's water came from.
Weird Wide Web - John Austin, the guy who can speak in reverse
Meet John Austin, a seemingly typical guy with a passion for filmmaking and video production living in Charlotte, North Carolina. He looks like your typical creative, but his talent will surprise you.
What's on the menu - Homemade burgers with mango chutney
Burgers are always a quick and easy meal to make, might be a bit messy, but definitely guaranteed to leave a smile on a couple of faces.
Weird Wide Web - Man struck by lightning while gaming
A man has been left with scars on his arm when he was hit by a bolt of lightning as he sat on his couch.