Best Hummus And Tech Podcasts (2025)

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler: Second-hand car purchases 34:47

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7d ago34:47

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about second-hand car purchases and all the things that can go wrong, plus listener questions. Wendy and Pippa are also joined by Andrew Travers of FirstCheck. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time…

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Consumer Talk: Beware using AI to fight your consumer battles 41:02

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how using AI-generated information to fight your consumer battles could cause problems. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by form…

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Consumer Talk: In conversation with the Consumer Goods and Services Ombud 32:05

21d ago32:05

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Pippa speaks to Consumer Good and Services ombudsman, Lee Soobrathi. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lif…

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Episode 9: The Coastal Plain 36:39

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Journey along Israel's Mediterranean coastline, where ancient civilizations learned that survival depends not on rigid resistance to change, but on the art of flowing like water. From the biblical confrontation between David and Goliath to the modern challenges facing Israel's most densely populated region, the coastal plain has been humanity's lab…

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Consumer Talk: Redeeming vouchers 40:57

28d ago40:57

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Zain Johnson, in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about people who bought vouchers for experiences and then couldn’t cash in on them. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - prese…

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Consumer Talk: How to get rid of marketing spam 37:25

1M ago37:25

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King, in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how to get rid of the marketing spam we receive from retailers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presente…

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Consumer Talk: Aircon contractor fails to deliver 37:05

1M ago37:05

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a cluster of complaints about an air-conditioning business, which raises important questions around the risk of paying in full BEFORE you’ve received the promised goods or services. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages t…

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Consumer Talk: How to read food labels 32:11

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to Lesego Marule, a lecturer in the Department of Consumer and Food Sciences at the University of Pretoria, and registered dietician Roxanne Gieske who will guide us through the ins and outs of what labels legally have to contain and how to actually read them. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hou…

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Episode 8- The Judean Desert 37:59

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Journey into the Judean Desert, where ancient history meets modern resilience in one of the world's most challenging landscapes. From the legendary fortress of Masada to the mineral-rich waters of the disappearing Dead Sea, this episode explores how civilizations have learned to endure and thrive in seemingly impossible conditions. Discover the dra…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler: Third party vendors 33:33

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about issues with third party vendors. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa …

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Consumer Talk: Slip and falls in supermarket 34:46

2M ago34:46

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler and consumer attorney Trudie Broekman about who’s responsible for slip and falls in supermarkets. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by …

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Consumer Talk: Teenagers allowed to sign up for gym contracts 38:20

2M ago38:20

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about gyms allowing teenagers to sign up for contracts. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports …

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Episode 7: The Golan Heights 40:19

2M ago40:19

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Ascend to Israel's most strategic and breathtaking region- the Golan Heights, where biblical giants once roamed, modern heroes risked everything, and diverse communities build their lives on literally shifting ground. Experience dramatic contrasts from 200 meters below sea level to snow-capped peaks at 1,200 meters above, all within an hour drive. …

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Consumer Talk: Are wet wipes flushable and biodegradable? 37:51

3M ago37:51

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Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about whether wet wipes are flushable and biodegradable as claimed by manufacturers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journa…

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Consumer Talk: Vinegar shortage affecting South Africans 37:38

3M ago37:38

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the shortage of vinegar and how it’s affecting South African consumers. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, …

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Episode 6: The Negev Desert 37:22

3M ago37:22

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Journey into Israel's vast southern wilderness- the Negev Desert, where apparent emptiness reveals extraordinary abundance. Discover how this seemingly barren landscape has been home to thriving civilizations for millennia and continues to serve as a laboratory for solving global challenges today. We explore the remarkable history of the Negev, fro…

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Consumer Talk: Irish visa delays cause havoc 36:57

3M ago36:57

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the delays in issuing Irish visas and the havoc it’s causing with South African’s travel plans. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presente…

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Consumer Talk 2: Tech helps to access unclaimed benefits 13:35

3M ago13:35

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to Rowan Gordon from Robin Hood Unclaimed Benefits about a tech platform helping South Africans to access their benefits. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The sh…

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Consumer Talk 1: Difference between a motor warranty and a motor plan 18:54

3M ago18:54

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to Erica Liebenberg from JustMoney about the difference between a motor plan and a motor warranty. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by forme…

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Episode 5 - Israel: When History Calls Again 29:11

3M ago29:11

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Journey through 2,500 years of conquest and survival as we explore how Israel faces its most complex multi-front conflict since independence. In this powerful episode, we trace the remarkable pattern from ancient Babylon and Persia through the Bar Kokhba revolt- the massive Jewish rebellion that led Rome to rename the entire region in an attempt to…

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Consumer Talk: Expired drivers licences in insurance claims 33:45

3M ago33:45

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Sara-Jayne Makwala King in for Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about an insurance claim that was rejected because of an expired driver’s licence card. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler – Misleading advertising 24:05

4M ago24:05

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about misleading advertising after a company advertised a special deal designed to lure new customers, but their loyal customers don’t qualify. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, ta…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler – Prepaid electricity used to pay landlord’s municipal arrears 33:07

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Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about tenants paying off their landlord’s municipal arrears through their prepaid electricity purchases. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - prese…

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Episode 3- Jerusalem 28:21

4M ago28:21

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Experience Jerusalem beyond the headlines as we explore this extraordinary city where ancient stones tell eternal stories and diverse communities navigate the complexities of coexistence. We begin with Jerusalem's 3,000-year history, from King David's capital to the building of the First and Second Temples, through centuries of diverse rulers, to t…

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Episode 4- Tel Aviv 22:47

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Journey to Tel Aviv, where innovation meets tradition and failure becomes a stepping stone to success, as we explore the city that transformed from sand dunes into a global technology powerhouse. We begin with the remarkable transformation from ancient Jaffa's 4,000-year port to the birth of Tel Aviv in 1909, when 66 families dared to build the fir…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler – DSTV installer overcharges pensioner 35:20

4M ago35:20

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a pensioner who was charged over R8000 to install his DSTV dish. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water…

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Consumer Talk: Unintentional shoplifting 38:22

5M ago38:22

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a case of unintentional shopping by a retail customer and the consequences. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, bake…

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Episode2- The Gaza Envelope 26:20

5M ago26:20

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In this powerful episode, we journey to the Gaza Envelope communities of southern Israel – an area that has faced extraordinary challenges, particularly since October 7th, 2023. We begin by exploring the 4,000-year history of this region, from biblical times through various civilizations, to the modern kibbutz movement that transformed desert into …

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Consumer Talk: Weather-related insurance claims 39:06

5M ago39:06

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how storm-related claims are rejected by the insurers because damage was caused by gradual deterioration of structures due to lack of maintenance, or poor building quality, rather than a specific weather event. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from …

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Episode 1: The Galilee 20:36

5M ago20:36

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In our first full episode, we explore the lush, mystical Galilee in northern Israel. This region has been home to diverse communities for millennia, creating a unique model of coexistence that offers profound lessons in resilience through balance. We begin with a journey through the Galilee's rich history - from its significance in ancient Jewish t…

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Episode 0- Introduction 2:08

5M ago2:08

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Welcome to "Israel: The Land of Resilience"! In this brief introduction, I'll share what to expect on our podcast journey through one of the world's most fascinating countries. As a mental coach and as an Israeli tour guide with years of experience leading travelers through Israel's diverse regions, I've witnessed firsthand how this small country h…

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Consumer Talk: Compensation after injury in a store 40:32

5M ago40:32

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about what happens when you injure yourself in a shop. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusia…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler on fixing pricing errors 34:48

6M ago34:48

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about pricing errors and your rights as a consumer if the price at the till doesn’t match what was on the shelf. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - prese…

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Consumer Talk: Perfumes that don’t smell as they should 33:59

6M ago33:59

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about two complaints about perfume that doesn’t’ smell as sweetly as it should. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: How stolen laptops are tracked 34:32

6M ago34:32

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how stolen laptops are tracked, and what questions to ask when buying a “reconditioned” laptop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Investigating lean beef mince 38:28

7M ago38:28

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about what the definition of lean beef mince is. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler on Debit Card Fraud 33:46

7M ago33:46

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler on food deliveries not arriving 36:03

7M ago36:03

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how customers are complaining about UberEats orders that are just not arriving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler on retailer’s online delivery issues 45:02

7M ago45:02

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about issues Makro is having with some of its online deliveries and whether Sunlight Dishwashing Liquid is getting weaker. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler on cellphone roaming charges victory 59:10

8M ago59:10

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how Cell C has been fined and ordered to refund one of its customers and pay her legal costs after a dispute over international roaming costs. The customer was charged an international roaming bill three times more than the bill limit she’d set before departing on an overseas trip. See omnystu…

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler on bus ticket refund 36:49

8M ago36:49

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about getting a refund for a woman who was not allowed to board a long-distance bus with a paid ticket. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: How Life Rights schemes work 34:43

8M ago34:43

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about an interesting case involving a life rights investment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Confusing tariffs on Temu and Shein purchases 34:12

9M ago34:12

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the confusing way in which tariffs are applied to Temu and Shein purchases. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Pensioner gets her home back from tenants 41:13

9M ago41:13

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a Fish Hoek pensioner who got back possession of her home from tenants who hadn't been paying rent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Website scams Ozempic buyers 38:07

10M ago38:07

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about consumers who are buying the weight-loss drug Ozempic from all the wrong places. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Warnings about cybercriminals 35:48

10M ago35:48

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler who says cybercriminals are ramping up their efforts and a Capetonian loses R15k in a holiday booking scam. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Timeshare update 37:17

10M ago37:17

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler who gives an update on the timeshare industry today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Black Friday specials – how to avoid the scams 34:36

11M ago34:36

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Amy speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about Black Friday specials and how to avoid falling for scams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk: Airline policy around cancelled flights 39:02

11M ago39:02

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about airline policy around cancelling flights if you’re a no-show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler: Direct Marketing 40:13

11M ago40:13

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Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about draft regulations to help protect consumers against unsolicited sales calls. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By CapeTalk