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The Funkylicious Radio Show with Gavin Kay, Johannesburg (2025)

04/04/2025

Such a privilige and so humbled to have folks of your finest calbre as friends 💎 Emmie Minderon, Robert Gordon Poulter, Deborah Joynt, Dean Barnard, Lesley Pole, Marianah Lourens, Kathy Van Der Merwe, Jenny Duvenage, Cecil Judd, Melody Knibbs, Julie Braybrooke, Kay Smit, Kay Stoler, Margaret Robinson, Cheryl Clement, Corrie Oppermann, Meisie Van Eeden, Hester Strydom, Tess Emdin, Delia Samuels, Sanet Wilson, Michele Weschke, Sonja Barnard, Eddy Hempel, Robert Mattner, Norma D**e, Kaz Bender, Ronald Trollip, Andries Delport, Beryl Batty, Chris Bornman, Jacob Gerard Storm, Michael Schnehage, San Marie, Jean Esterhuizen, Judy Isaacs, Leon Naude, Sue Voorhout, Sheila Siddall, Jean Pike, Maggie Delport, Hannetjie Bester, Bev Towell, Yvonne Jordaan, Rob Watson, Sue Riddoch Bell Gardner, Alida Rosina Russo Erasmus, Marie Pelser, Mada Lindeque, Audrey

29/03/2025

Im blessed beyond to have you in my orbit. Thank you 💎 Emmie Minderon, Robert Gordon Poulter, Deborah Joynt, Dean Barnard, Lesley Pole, Marianah Lourens, Kathy Van Der Merwe, Jenny Duvenage, Cecil Judd, Melody Knibbs, Julie Braybrooke, Kay Smit, Kay Stoler, Margaret Robinson, Cheryl Clement, Corrie Oppermann, Meisie Van Eeden, Hester Strydom, Tess Emdin, Delia Samuels, Sanet Wilson, Michele Weschke, Sonja Barnard, Eddy Hempel, Robert Mattner, Norma D**e, Kaz Bender, Ronald Trollip, Andries Delport, Beryl Batty, Chris Bornman, Jacob Gerard Storm, Michael Schnehage, San Marie, Jean Esterhuizen, Judy Isaacs, Leon Naude, Sue Voorhout, Sheila Siddall, Jean Pike, Maggie Delport, Hannetjie Bester, Bev Towell, Yvonne Jordaan, Rob Watson, Sue Riddoch Bell Gardner, Alida Rosina Russo Erasmus, Marie Pelser, Mada Lindeque, Audrey

29/03/2025

My good friend, colleague and engineer Kyle de Freitas is departing from Mix with immediate effect to venture into his on line business which has grown exponentially over time.

Whilst I will miss his soft, warm engaging nature and personality and kind spirit and exceptional work ethic,
I do accept he has to do what he has to do in terms of securing his future.

We were in sync every day just wanting to give our all to our 3 hour weekly show.

He was the glue in our partnership that held everything together seamlessly.

Kyle has left an indelible mark on our station and he served the organisation with great honour and distinction.

Thank you for your unparalleled contribution to the station and show and may you enjoy building your company into a unprecedented success. 💚

05/03/2025

I'm blessed to have you in my orbit 💎 Emmie Minderon, Deborah Joynt, Dean Barnard, Lesley Pole, Marianah Lourens, Kathy Van Der Merwe, Jenny Duvenage, Cecil Judd, Melody Knibbs, Robert Gordon Poulter, Julie Braybrooke, Kay Smit, Kay Stoler, Margaret Robinson, Cheryl Clement, Corrie Oppermann, Meisie Van Eeden, Hester Strydom, Tess Emdin, Delia Samuels, Sanet Wilson, Michele Weschke, Sonja Barnard, Eddy Hempel, Robert Mattner, Norma D**e, Kaz Bender, Ronald Trollip, Andries Delport, Beryl Batty, Chris Bornman, Jacob Gerard Storm, Michael Schnehage, San Marie, Jean Esterhuizen, Judy Isaacs, Leon Naude, Sue Voorhout, Sheila Siddall, Jean Pike, Maggie Delport, Hannetjie Bester, Bev Towell, Yvonne Jordaan, Rob Watson, Sue Riddoch Bell Gardner, Alida Rosina Russo Erasmus, Marie Pelser, Mada Lindeque, Audrey Carswell

Thank you . Thank you.🙏💚

05/03/2025

I was honoured to have been awarded a framed picture of my hero , Muhammad Ali, with his signature when I departed from my company from my colleagues.
Thank you for for a magnificent gift.

24/02/2025

It was challenging for me to present a show focused on so many great artists we have lost over time today.

These musicians would help us get through the hardest of times as their music and lyrics filled our souls.

During the best of times, their music formed part of every celebration.

We knew them because their music helped us know ourselves.

From Elvis to Freddy Mercury to Tom Petty to Amy Winehouse to Joe Cocker to
George Michael to Lucky Dube to Mandoza to Johnny Clegg to Theuns Jordaan to Glenn Frey to Karen Carpenter to Jim Morrison to
John Denver to Tina Turner to Aretha Franklin to Toby Keith to Jimi Henrix and so many more where we paid our respects, love and appreciation for the unparalleled legacy they left.

It was a humble and singular honour to present a show dedicated to them on Mix 93.8 today.

May they Rest in Peace.

Thank you for the music.
🙏♥️

21/02/2025

Life isn't easy. It was not meant to be.

It's a test of our strength of character.

A test of faith in our ability to conquer what is holding us back.

You were given your good name , your heritage by those who came before you.

Honour them everyday through your conduct.

Do not bring your reputation and theirs into disrepute.

The day you were born you carry that responsibility.

To lie, to cheat, to steal, to gossip , to be dishonest is a blemish not only on YOU but on your parents and grandparents and your entire lineage.

Protect your name as if your life depended on it because.... it truly does!

When you ruin your name you ruin your life.

Leave a legacy of love and kindness.

It more far important than money.

Money is transient but a good name is forever and lives on in eternity.

It lives on in those you have touched on your journey through life as they recount how you made them feel in your presence.

15/02/2025

Congratulations to the Rock n Roll 2025 nominees to be inducted into the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame.

09/02/2025

I'm a confirmed rock n roller.

26/01/2025

Today on my radio show I enjoyed directing attention to the ridiculous "pill popping" society we have all become.

By way of example folks ......

Instead of letting natural sun rays shine on us , they advocate we should pop Vitamin D.

If we lose our libido, here swallow this blue pill.

You feel depressed, anxious and sad and can't cope with life ?

Dont fret we have a tranquilizer pill to get you out of that cycle.

The vitamin pill industry has to be worth billions of dollars by the amount of brands I notice on the shelves in pharmacies competing for our attention and money.

I geuss the reason is we eating more and more processed foods where the nutrionalienal value is diffecient and very low, hence we have to supplement our diets.

We also loosing our ability to concentrate.

You don't need to read books anymore and we can even summarise all the key points for you.

Its the age of audio books.

You don't need to rely on your brain anymore to figure things out for yourself.

Just go to Chat GPT and it will provide you with the artificial intelligence on every single subject under the sun.

Are we getting smarter or are we falling prey to propaganda?

Your turn now.......

23/01/2025

Let them have their "gotcha "
moment.
Let them proudly and arrogantly stick their chests out.
Let them think we cornered.

Boy have I got news for them.............

If they are conniving and deceitful and have stolen your ideas.....do not worry about it.

Life has a way of exposing the rot and their lies.

Life will benefit the ones pure of heart and of mind.

Remain silent. The natural order of things will work in your favour.

I remind you when I left my former organization, I produced a post with the headline " SILENCE IS GOLDEN"

That's all I ever commented on that situation.

What good would any justification and blame produce ? I move on and away fast.

It's done. I will never lower myself .

I retain my dignity whilst all the while they have lost theirs.

I sleep so well at night and that's my greatest satisfaction.

Folks are not stupid.

They know the truth. They can figure it out.

My station Mix 93.8 is experiencing some choppy rough waters but my posture has been never to join the chorus of judgement but to remain committed and loyal.

I don't run like a coward when the going gets tough.

I close ranks and will be in the front of the battle.

That is where I apply my energy.

I believe that the truth will come out and I leave that to the highest power.

Yes indeed Silence is golden and my "silence" speaks louder than words will ever do and will tell you more how I truly feel about any given situation. 🙏❤️

19/01/2025

Can you survive the judgement of Tribal Council?

Four songs submitted by our 4 "Survivors" go up against each other on" Your Great Music Weekend " to see who will stay or leave the island of Rock.

It's the battle of best.

Tribal Council casts their votes and I tote them up to see whose flame will be snuffed out.

Get in the game of SURVIVOR now.

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15/01/2025

I could not wish for more loyal friends. My thanks and appreciation goes out to : Mohamed S Junior Butler, Lesley Pole, Marianah Lourens, Kathy Van Der Merwe, Jenny Duvenage, Emmie Minderon, Melody Knibbs, Julie Braybrooke, Kay Smit, Kay Stoler, Margaret Robinson, Corrie Oppermann, Delia Samuels, Robert Mattner, Norma D**e, Kaz Bender, Ronald Trollip, Andries Delport, Beryl Batty, Chris Bornman, Jacob Gerard Storm, Michael Schnehage, Jean Esterhuizen, Judy Isaacs, Leon Naude, Sheila Siddall, Deborah Joynt, Jean Pike, Maggie Delport, Hannetjie Bester, Bev Towell, Yvonne Jordaan, Sue Riddoch Bell Gardner, Alida Rosina Russo Erasmus, Rowene Thomson, Dean Barnard, Marie Pelser, Mada Lindeque, Ursula White, Bonny Skipper, Wendy Heather Steyn, Roy Salzwedel, Beno Joselyn, Stuart Knight, Natanie Grobler

15/01/2025

I was Silenced and Gagged.

An Unprecedented Move to Eliminate Communication with Loyal Listeners.

In the world of radio, popularity can sometimes spark not just admiration, but also envy and jealousy.

My journey in the industry was marked by such challenges.

As my show began to garner an unparalleled following, attracting a dedicated group of listeners who tuned in religiously, it became clear that my growing popularity was not met with universal support within the station.

My former bosses, perhaps feeling threatened by the burgeoning success and the significant lead my show had in terms of followers, made the unfortunate decision to stifle the very communication that had brought listeners so much value and enjoyment.

Instead of celebrating the achievement and leveraging the momentum for the benefit of the entire station, they chose to dismantle the very structure that supported our thriving community.

This move was a reflection of their struggle with envy and jealousy. They couldn't stand the spotlight that shone so brightly on my show, and their way of dealing with this was to eliminate the direct lines of communication with our loyal audience. It was a disheartening experience, as the goal should always be to uplift and support each other's successes, rather than undermine them.

Despite these setbacks, I remain committed to bringing inspiring and engaging content to my listeners, undeterred by the actions of those who couldn't appreciate the value of collaboration and shared success.

14/01/2025

I am often asked who I admire and believe to be on top of their game in the world of radio presentation.

I have a tendency to avoid giving a direct answer as my feeling is that everyone in this fraternity of broadcasters brings something unique, different and special to their shows.

They on the air because somebody with far more experience and knowledge than I have has believed in and endorsed their talent.

Also what I think is irrelevant, it's what the listeners think is the most important.

The audience that tunes in is the best measure of any presenter.

That shows whether or not their is a connection.

So the metrics and data of how a particular presenter is performing is truly what counts and I'm sure the radio station and program managers pour over those analytics continually.

Not someone's opinion.

I also would rather keep my opinion to myself.

If I am asked who are my influences that's a bit easier to answer.

My answer is the medium of radio influenced me, not anyone presenter.

Radio programs triggered my imagination through the power of the spoken word.

The quiz shows, the radio plays, the sports commentators who had the ability to take you with them.

The palpable energy of the music presenters was another influence.

How so many were skilled like Casey Kasem when presenting the American Top 40, you could not leave the room because how he gave you a fascinating back story or held your attention with:

" Coming up is a song that was rejected by a band. This singer took it and it climbs 10 places this week "

That was for me radio excellence and supremacy where the skill of the presenter captured and held your attention from start to finish. ♥️

09/01/2025

The Radio Business is not for the faint of heart ❤️

When you understand the intrinsic value of what you bring to the table , you will know exactly what you deserve.

You have today data and metrics that can be measured which is evidence and proof of the service you are providing.

In the USA radio market, presenters are hired and fired by the numbers.

The program and station managers analyse your audience reach every month and every quarter and they will drop you like a hot potatoe if you not achieving the targets set out.

It is not harsh at all because advertisers are paying good money to speak to that audience and they will move their budgets to platforms which speak best to their demographics.

There are thousands of talented presenters and producers waiting in line to snap up your position.

The market is highly competitive and intense and the ricochet effect of failure on the air will have management and staffers out the door.

There is no time to carry passengers when the stakes are this high.

I believe that this is why they so darn good because reputation and past glory does not guarantee you a thing.

Shape up or ship out.

If you can't stand the heat, get out the kitchen.

I love and respect their system because it's fair and based on empirical evidence with no place to hide.

08/01/2025

STOP STALKING ME GAVIN K

As in life there are so many brilliant, unique, interesting and colourful characters that have shared time with me on radio.

I'm talking about the listeners who are the most important part of the relationship.

This one time I was very scared and stunned by what unfolded from a lady who had made dozens of calls to Jacky, my producer, asking to speak to me urgently prior to my arrival at the studio.

Jacky told me about this insistent lady and handed me her number.

I called and this is how the call went.

" Listen to me. I'm a married woman. Stop stalking me. I'm not interested in you. " and she banged down the phone.

I was shocked to my core.

I couldn't believe this false accusation but I also know that even if you're innocent, I didn't want to face the media
where some who may come to the conclusion that "where there's smoke there's fire"

Shireen Hollier was ending her show and I told her about the call and asked her to please call the lady and find out what she was on about.

Shireen called her and she told her that beside me stalking her relentlessy. I was following her wherever she went........

She added :

I was sending her suggestive text messages .

I was preventing her buying Elvis records on the internet

I had a car outside her home monitoring her movements

I was tapping all her calls.

Shireen asked her to please send the texts and wattsapps as evidence because this would result in the immediate dismissal of my services to the station.

Shireen and I came to the immediate conclusion that we were sadly dealing with lady suffering from severe mental illness.

I took great pity on her but I realized that we live in a world where you can be accused wrongly and you find yourself in very uncomfortable situations through no making or fault of your own.

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