This week, Miss Dhanusha returns to continue the conversation on mental health and wellbeing. Monique and Dhanusha dive into the pressing issue of prioritizing self-care when societal expectations and roles weigh heavily on us, particularly women. They explore the tension between honoring tradition

This week on 5 Early Mornigns, Monique is joined by special guest Miss Dhanusha Dhoorgalu (@miss_dhanusha), a holistic self-care and wellness coach. Together, they dive into the dopamine menu trend that's been buzzing on social media and explore ways to prioritize your mental health by boosting dopa

Monique decided to go on a run after she received an alarming note regarding her overall health and wellness. In this clip, she joins a popular running club for her first run of the year, and asks the fundamental question 'What are you running from?'. 

Ahead of World Literacy Day on September 8, Monique de Villiers from 5 Early Mornings on 5FM spoke to Debbie Cockrell, chairperson of the Toy Library Association of South Africa about the vital role toy libraries play in fostering a love for reading and learning. Discover the importance of play in c

Monique engages in a conversation with psychologist Michelle, exploring the insightful messages that can be gleaned from children's diaries. They discuss whether therapists should read their patients' diaries, and what constitutes 'age-appropriate' content in the diary entries of young adolescents.

Monique speaks to Australian comedian, Anisa Nandaula about her popularity with South African's, her plans to come and visit the country, as well as her dreams to date President Cyril Ramaphosa

Monique travels to the past to speak to her 12 year old self to get a better idea of what women want and in doing so realise - not much has changed.

Monique sits down with Rebekah the Ghost Guide to discuss her unique experiences and insights into the world of spirits. Rebekah shares her personal story of her relationship with Rupert, offering a fascinating glimpse into the unknown. Tune in now to discover the secrets of ghostly relationships, s

Join Monique as she sits down with expert matchmaker Michelle to explore the age-old question: how do you know if you're dating the right person for YOU? From identifying red flags to recognizing the signs of a healthy relationship, Michelle shares her top tips and insights to help you find your per

Jude van Wyk from 5Drive shares a story about how he misplaced half a million rand.

London saw an influx of South African expats queueing to vote in the National Elections. Here's what Monique thinks 2 springbok caps would say to eachother in the line. 

Monique chats about a man who was caught 'making out' with a stranger's car.

Monique chats with the founder of Oddity, a fashion brand with a passion for sustainability, and winner of the prestigious Mr Price New Talent Search! We delve into the highs and lows of the fashion world, from bad fashion days to making your own clothing, and even explore the signs from the univers

The wildest thing you'll hear today: Monique chats to Millie, a US citizen, about a date she went on with a man she met on a dating site. 

Monique asks listeners to weigh in on whether or not they feel anxious when making phone calls and whether they would ask others to phone on their behalf. 

Monique calls her brother for the final time, this time, giving him a taste of his own medicine. 

Monique surprises her brother with another early morning phone call, this time with an added sound effect.

Monique gives her brother a prank call early in the morning as revenge. 

Monique phones her brother during the show and wakes him up, as an act of revenge for him being an inconsiderate roommate. 

Discover the inspiring journey of The Local Edit, an app featuring 14,000+ locally sourced products. Co-founder, Christine shares her insights on starting a business, embracing failure, and the impact of personal choice on supporting local economies. From shifting away from fast fashion giants like

Monique spoke with Christine from The Local Edit about why South Africans should support the local economy, how they can do so even if they don't have the budget for boutique local shops.  She also shares her perspective on being a conscious consumer, and how the COVID-19 Pandemic showed us what we

The wildest thing you'll hear today: a woman goes viral for carrying a pigeon around in her purse.

Monique wrote a poem about a friend she was in love with for years...

Monique writes a poem using the prompt 'Your parents don't like me': Your parents don’t like me You didn’t have to tell me It’s pretty obvious In the way they quite literally look past me I guess I’m not what they envisioned for you My race, my gender, my religious beliefs I’m a little quirky, mayb