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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

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Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler
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  • Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

    Consumer Talk: When bed warranties go wrong

    2026/05/06 | 40 mins.
    Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about how bed manufacturers handle customer complaints and some of the common strategies for ducking accountability which aren’t compliant with the CPA.
    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 lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment.
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  • Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

    Consumer Talk: New law to stop unsolicited marketing calls

    2026/04/29 | 39 mins.
    Saskia Falken, standing in for Pippa Hudson, speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a new law to help stop unsolicited marketing calls.
    Lunch with Pippa Hudson is your respite from hard news, a space to explore, taste, read, and reflect.
    Hosted by former journalist Pippa Hudson, the show embraces lifestyle in all its forms, guided by her adventurous spirit.
    Each week also covers consumer issues, plus conversations on health, wealth and the environment.
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  • Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

    Consumer Talk: Fighting for a travel VAT refund

    2026/04/22 | 39 mins.
    Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about the issues experienced over VAT refunds for overseas visitors to South Africa.
    Lunch with Pippa Hudson is your respite from hard news, a space to explore, taste, read, and reflect.
    Hosted by former journalist Pippa Hudson, the show embraces lifestyle in all its forms, guided by her adventurous spirit.
    Each week also covers consumer issues, plus conversations on health, wealth and the environment.
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  • Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

    Consumer Talk: Wireless power bank recall and new ProNutro formula misses the mark

    2026/04/15 | 39 mins.
    Pippa Hudson speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about a power bank that has been deemed dangerous, and how ProNutro's new formula is not hitting the mark with consumers.
    Lunch with Pippa Hudson is your respite from hard news, a space to explore, taste, read, and reflect.
    Hosted by former journalist Pippa Hudson, the show embraces lifestyle in all its forms, guided by her adventurous spirit.
    Each week also covers consumer issues, plus conversations on health, wealth and the environment.
    Thank you for listening.
    Catch the show live on Primedia+ weekdays from 1 pm to 3 pm (South African time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk
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  • Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

    Consumer Talk: Safety concerns around stockpiling fuel, trees, baby formula and more

    2026/04/08 | 42 mins.
    Pippa speaks to consumer journalist Wendy Knowler about bottle deposits, formula shortages, stockpiling fuel, and free trees.
    Lunch with Pippa Hudson is your respite from hard news, a space to explore, taste, read, and reflect.
    Hosted by former journalist Pippa Hudson, the show embraces lifestyle in all its forms, guided by her adventurous spirit.
    Each week also covers consumer issues, plus conversations on health, wealth and the environment.
    Thank you for listening.
    Catch the show live on Primedia+ weekdays from 1 pm to 3 pm (South African time) https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk
    Find more from the show, and all catch‑up podcasts on Primedia+ https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT
    Subscribe to the CapeTalk newsletters to stay up to date https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5

    Let’s keep the conversation going online:
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About Consumer Talk with Wendy Knowler

Consumer journalist Wendy Knowler joins Pippa Hudson to provide useful insights and tips on how to make the most of your buying power.
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