It's Going to be OK

Communication is Key

Mash wants to be all in with his partner - but he’s scared to lose the independence that he’s built up over the last few years. Dr Hanan explains how proper communication in a relationship is very important, and how compromise plays a big role too.

19 Jun 2023 13 min

Preparing your Kids for Life

Debbie wrote in after feeling frustration with Leigh-Ann’s story from last week. She’s curious about kids being able to invite who they want to their own party, with the bigger picture being them making their own decisions, and not including everyone in all milestones in life. Dr Hanan chimes in…

12 Jun 2023 10 min

Open Q&A

The line is opened to the public for Dr. Hanan, but Gareth wants to give his regular advice on the side. The theme seems to be centered around issues with mothers, with a couple of questions on the topic.

5 Jun 2023 15 min

Attachment Styles

Candice Mama wants to know how to integrate a new relationship into a life of hyper independence. Dr Hanan discusses various attachment styles, and how to feel secure in the relationship.

29 May 2023 12 min

Open Relationships

Open relationships are fairly complicated, but not impossible. Where is the line drawn, and what are the rules involved? Is trust a major factor? Leigh-Ann Mol weighs in with her personal experience.

22 May 2023 12 min

Goal First, Strategy Second

Dr. Hanan Bushkin and the team discuss Gareth’s frustration with reliability and consistency in people. There are specific boxes you need to place some people into, in order to avoid disappointment. Know your goal first, and strategize second.

15 May 2023 14 min

Disappointing Fairytales

After watching the King’s Coronation over the weekend, Gareth brings up the reality of fairytales not working out the way Hollywood has programmed us to believe. Dr Hanan jumps in, explaining the realities of a real fairytale… and how if someone wants something that badly, they’ll find a way to…

8 May 2023 13 min

Unstuck with Mash & Simphiwe

Simphiwe and Mash need some mediation, as she’s concerned that he has jumped into his new relationship way too quickly. Dr Hanan shares his expert opinion, and reminds us of the 9 ingredients for a healthy relationship.

24 Apr 2023 19 min

The Appeal of Bad Boys

What is it about a bad boy that makes a woman throw away her entire career and life to be with him? The team discuss the Dr Nandipha and Thabo Bester situation in question. South African comedian Mum-z asks for the best way to convince someone you love that they…

17 Apr 2023 17 min

Sunken Cost Syndrome

When you invest a lot of time and effort into a person, is it worth it to hold on… or start fresh and hit that reset button? Dr Hanan Bushkin explains how to correctly distribute your time, effort and coins - even if it means writing off a lot.

3 Apr 2023 11 min

The Appeal of Escapism

Trevor Gumbi is seeking some advice about escapism, and what's behind our desire of constantly fantasising about wanting to be somewhere better than where we are. Dr Hanan weighs in with some deep thoughts.

27 Mar 2023 14 min

Body Positivity vs Fat Shaming

Dr Hanan Bushkin mediates a little argument between Gareth and Leigh-Ann about body image. Leigh-Ann (having considered herself fat for most of her life) talks about the importance of feeling comfortable in your skin, and promoting beauty of all shapes and sizes… vs Gareth’s argument of “no one likes to…

20 Mar 2023 19 min

UnStuck: Bully vs Victim

Dr Hanan Bushkin is in studio with Gareth to introduce you to an incredible duo with a touching story. Clinton Fein and Bryan Schimmel are touring the country to tell their story of how a victim/bully relationship has been reconciled and are now close to being best friends. Dr Hanan…

13 Mar 2023 24 min

The Comfort of Compatibility

What makes people compatible for each other? Celeb couple Craig Urbani and Cindy Swanepoel join Dr Hanan to discuss a variety of different topics after recently getting engaged. Craig shares what it’s like to be engaged for the first time at 52, whether their age gap was ever an issue,…

5 Mar 2023 14 min

UnStuck: Megan vs Carol

It’s the first episode of UnStuck with Dr Hanan… and we kick it off with Megan, who presents an issue with her mom Carol wanting to miss a family trip to go see the Northern lights. Dr Hanan gives his ruling, but does the audience agree with it? Share your…

26 Feb 2023 19 min

The Quest for Eternal Youth

Dr Hanan Bushkin weighs in on something Gareth and the team were discussing regarding children growing up overprotected. He also covers the reasons why we might want to stay young, instead of embracing growing older gracefully.

19 Feb 2023 13 min

Going through the Motions

Dr Hanan Bushkin joins the show to unpack the tragic passing of AKA and his former manager Tibz. He advises how to mourn in the space of your friends and loved ones, and not to handle such emotions on your own.

12 Feb 2023 15 min

The Power of Forgiveness

Candice Mama opens up about the time in her life where she forgave her father’s killer, and advocated for his parole - in order to set herself free from the heartache it had caused her family. Dr Hanan Bushkin explains the importance of forgiveness, and how it can be life-changing.

5 Feb 2023 15 min

Loadshedding: Rewards & Consequences 

Loadshedding is affecting us all in one way or another, but there is more than one aspect to consider. Dr Hanan Bushkin explains the mindset we need to have, which includes the theory of successful people vs unsuccessful people, and the coin theory about knowing which situations you can and…

22 Jan 2023 12 min

Introducing UnStuck

Dr Hanan Bushkin introduces a new feature that he wants to kick off this year, called UnStuck. It’s a mediation feature where couples, business partners, friends or colleagues who are stuck in complicated situations come on the show for a live mediation session. If you have a complicated situation that…

15 Jan 2023 16 min