Presenters
Ralph Sparg ralph@knysnafm.co.za
Ralph is both Station Manager and Sales & Marketing Manager at the station. Having had 20 years experience with SABC in both Radio & Television Sales his knowledge is invaluable to the smooth running of Knysna FM. He also is a stand-in presenter and has his own show on a Sunday between 12noon and 3pm called Rolled Gold with Ralph.
Pieter Cloete
Elegible! And originally from Zimbabwe, Pieter was educated in Middelburg and has shown a great interest in the media. He indicates that he does not have a criminal record, and all in all is a charming good looking man. He is also our news presenter weekdays at 5pm.
Eon Engelbrecht eon@knysnafm.co.za
Eon Engelbrecht (or 'Spuddy' as he is known to his family, close friends and colleagues) is Knysna FM's youngest addition. Eon (22) is on air presenter, music manager and news compiler at Knysna FM. He has been involved with radio since the age of 16 and when he doesn't have the microphone in front of him, he is running around behind the scenes. Since a young age, Eon drove his parents nuts and all he wanted was one thing- not cars, not lego, but a microphone. At first they thought he would be a famous singer, but after his drop out from choir, radio called him. His love for the media hasn't stopped since then and he is also the editor of the Knysna Online Newspaper, Look for it. "It's a burning passion inside, not a job", Eon says. Catch him on the airwaves Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 09h00 - 12h00.
Gary White gary@knysnafm.co.za
Gary is one of the youngsters on the Station – he says – is one of our keen motorcyclists, and also loves motor car and cycle racing. Looks lovely in his helmet. Having been a Joberg boy he moved to the green pastures of Knysna in 1996. His last few years has been spent in the Motor trade, but now enjoys spending some of his spare time yakking on Knysna FM – He loves his rock!! Catch him on the airwaves on Friday nights from 6 to 9.
Suzi Bilyard suzi@knysnafm.co.za
She is the leader and vocalist of the well-known covers band "Sujo & Storm" and also holds her own as a solo artist on vocals and acoustic guitar. Joining up with Knysna FM forms part of her quest to share her love of music with people. Apart from her singing and presenting, Suzi is also the owner of Knysna Property Rentals.
Wayne Greenstone (Mr. G)
Musician travelled the length and breadth of the country playing with numerous bands and musicians. Learned a lot from friend Allan Kwella, friends with Miriam Makeba years back in the 80s. Does session studio work, production, writes radio jingles and still plays from time to time. Now finally Ralph Sparg has shown him the world of Radio Dj!
Julisa Petersen julisa@knysnafm.co.za
Knysna has been home to Julisa since she grew up in the Mother City and now where she independently raises her two gorgeous children. She is creative in a variety of mediums and is the owner of Sojourney. She feels that Knysna brings out the best in her and has nurtured her skills and soul path. "The people here are down to earth and compassionate. There is a strong pull to this town for artists and musicians, as it inspires peoples hearts." Join Julisa Monday to Thursday 12 - 3pm and her specialised evening show on Saturday 6 - 9pm.
Mike Wood
Mike Wood hails from Crail on the east coast of Scotland. He worked at the sharp end of the aid business in Kenya, Ghana, Malawi and the West Indies, as well as for 'that nest of vipers' in the World Bank, Washington DC. He's been happily settled in Knysna since 2003. His main interests include writing (his second Africa novel, Somali Kiss, has just been published), naive painting, travelling, and 'chasing a wee ball around Knysna golf course.' He presents a weekly World Music programme from 6-9 pm on Sunday evenings, bringing both contemporary and traditional African music to the airwaves, a nice mix of Caribbean calypso and soca, and European folk.
Timothy Twidle
Timothy Twidle is a writer, photographer, artist and radio personality. On Knysna 97.0 FM Radio Timothy presents Classic Sunday, a programme that is an amalgam of standards from music as diverse as contemporary, classical, opera and the blues and includes slots on book reviews, art exhibitions and new releases at the cinema. Timothy enjoys hiking, reading, fine food and good company.
Eugene Bryant eugene@knysnafm.co.za
Having been branch manager for Musica in Knysna for four and a half years and owning his own mobile system since September 1999 under the name of Liquid Sound, Eugene has been catering for all musical functions in the Garden Route area. Now he has this opportunity to share his music passion with those willing to listen….."Enjoy to the Fullest".
Dave McCausland dave@knysnafm.co.za
Dave McCausland, married to Rose, retired to Knysna December 2005. He has been in am dram and is used to public speaking, but never on radio. “I always had this fantasy to be a ‘presenter’ on radio – and here I am!” Dave has a diverse taste in music – from classic to rock and most in between. He admits, though, that he is of the age that he does prefer the 'older' numbers.
Nicsun Holder
Nicsun is no stranger when it comes to entertaining the crowd with music in Knysna. Currently resident DJ at a well-known club in Knysna, Nicsun knows how to get the feet tapping and hips swaying. Catch him on Sundays from 3 - 6 PM.
