East Coast Breakfast

The East Coast Radio Breakfast Show is a fun, and hyperlocal radio show that will captivate and entertain you. Hosted by the dynamic trio of Darren Maule, Sky Tshabalala and Carmen Reddy, the show offers a delightful blend of humour, wit, and insightful commentary on current affairs, life in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), and glimpses into their personal lives.

Tune in to the show for an energizing start to your day, accompanied by a fantastic selection of music that will keep you hooked. Stay informed with the latest news updates, traffic reports, and sports highlights to ensure you're always up to date.
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The great Christmas food debate

Christmas is around the corner and families everywhere have already started planning for the big day! Darren, Sky and Carmen had a bit of a debate on East Coast Breakfast on which traditional Christmas foods should go. Trifle? Jelly and Custard? The BRAAI?? Well, we asked KZN and the debate…
4 Nov 11PM 8 min

Mind = Blown! What Sky just found out will surprise you!

Sky Tshabalala has learned something new about the origins of surnames … So, on Tuesday morning, Darren, Sky, and Carmen explored some cultural phenomenon that nobody knew – Like some cultures only eat soup in Winter, and that Zulus have no “R”
3 Nov 11PM 7 min

Here's how you could win a SPA DAY with Carmen Reddy

It's the week of our annual Season of Sharing Telethon and Carmen Reddy is offering a deluxe Spa experience as she raises funds for the Season of Sharing. Send through your pledges on Thursday between 8 and 9AM to 087 087 9495 and this is what you could win!
2 Nov 11PM 3 min

There's a new Dolphin in town and he's bringing speed to the pitch

The CSA T20 Challenge is back this weekend and the Hollywoodbets Dolphins are taking on the Moothee Ram Tuskers this Saturday! If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, CEO of Dolphins Cricket, Heinrich Strydom, and newly signed Dolphins player, Anrich Nortje, joined the team ahead of…
29 Oct 12AM 10 min

Gavin Hunt drops bombshells before the Kaizer Chiefs showdown

Durban City Coach Gavin Hunt joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen ahead of their big clash against Kaizer Chiefs. He shared what makes coaching in Durban unique, the biggest challenges when taking on a giant like Chiefs, and his thoughts on Bafana Bafana’s World Cup chances.
28 Oct 12AM 8 min

The psychology of payday

Payday is around the corner - so close, yet sooo far! And Darren, Sky and Carmen wanted to know from you if you prefer getting paid monthly, or would you rather get paid weekly or once a year (a lumpsum). KZN had some pretty valid arguments…
22 Oct 12AM 10 min

Ding Dong Darren for hire! Here's how...

Ding Dong Darren is making a comeback for one day only and you can have him at your kid's birthday party this year! Here's how you can make their dream come true
21 Oct 11PM 4 min

These Matric subjects should be open book exams...

Matric exam season has officially commenced and YOH - the stress has started! Don't you just wish a few subjects would be open book exams? Well, Darren, Sky and Carmen asked KZN to share their suggestions and the responses were valid and hilarious!
21 Oct 12AM 9 min

Marc Lottering and Anwar Mckay: A life worth writing about

We know Marc Lottering for his sharp wit and laugh-out-loud comedy—but this time, he joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen with his husband, Anwar McKay, to share a very different story. Anwar has just written a best-selling book about his own life, and together they opened up about love, resilience, and…
20 Oct 12AM 7 min

Plane crash tragedy in Howick, KZN

A search and rescue operation unfolded dramatically in the skies over KwaZulu-Natal on Wednesday (15 October) after two light aircraft sent out MAYDAY calls, sparking an urgent response from emergency services. The Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) confirmed after the distress signal came through to air traffic control. East Coast…
16 Oct 12AM 4 min

We need your help to feed more families this festive season

The festive season is around the corner and ECR is looking forward to feeding more families this year with YOUR help! Whether its R100, R100,000 or a wheelbarrow, every donation helps to make a difference in a family's life during the festive season. Here's how you can help feed smiles…
14 Oct 11PM 3 min

Who gets the front seat - you mom or your wife?

Darren had an awkward family quagmire this past weekend where his mother and his wife couldn't agree on who gets to be passenger princess. Turns out, he's not the only one who goes through this. So we asked KZN to help settle this - who gets the front seat in…
6 Oct 12AM 10 min
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