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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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5,819 Episodes
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Schalk Bezuidenhout's new Amazon Prime show and Afrikaans Dating Advice

Schalk Bezuidenhout joined East Coast Breakfast on Wednesday morning to talk about his exciting new show, World's Strangest Jobs, launching on Amazon Prime on the 24th of November. From his global comedy adventures to giving some much-needed Afrikaans dating advice to our producer, WR! Catch the full interview now on…
20 Nov 2024 1AM 5 min

Darren Hijacks the show with a Christmas Cookie Propaganda Campaign

Darren, Sky, and Carmen are creating their East Coast Breakfast Christmas Cookies! On Wednesday morning, Darren called on the children to suggest which cookie flavour best represents him. He even went as far as making a propaganda advertisement, effectively hijacking the entire show! Meanwhile, Carmen Reddy has upped the game…
20 Nov 2024 1AM 9 min

Who is ready for East Coast Breakfast's Christmas Cookie?

Did you miss East Coast Breakfast on Tuesday morning? Carmen Reddy has come up with the ultimate way to get Darren Maule in the Christmas Spirit – Cookies! That’s it, East Coast Breakfast is launching their very own Christmas Crumble Cookie, and they want you and the kids to get…
19 Nov 2024 1AM 6 min

What the heck is going on with the price of fruit & veg!? Agri economist explains

🍉 Over the weekend, Carmen Reddy was outraged by the price of watermelons, adding to the ongoing discussion of TikTokers raving about the cost of fresh produce! Carmen found Dr. Johnny van der Merwe, an agricultural economist and Managing Director at AMT, which tracks fresh produce prices by the second…
18 Nov 2024 1AM 3 min

You've heard of UFOs, now get ready for USOs

An unidentified submerged object (USO) is an unidentified object submerged in water. Carmen Reddy has been scouring the internet, and is convinced that this is the information we have been waiting for - are we alone?
18 Nov 2024 12AM 3 min

Miss SA, Mia Le Roux resigns from Miss Universe

We heard everything we needed to hear from our beloved Miss South Africa, Mia Le Roux when she spoke to us during Women's Month just a few months ago. Her passion and fortitude in creating awareness for the Deaf community has been more than inspiring. East Coast Breakfast was so…
14 Nov 2024 11PM 1 min

Everything you need to know on World Diabetes Day

On Thursday morning, East Coast Breakfast marked World Diabetes Day with a special guest, Dr. Steph Osborn, an expert in hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Dr. Osborn joined us to answer listener questions about diabetes, including if it’s curable, and what symptoms to look out for. She also shared insights into how…
14 Nov 2024 2AM 11 min

Commemorating 164 years since the first arrival of Indians in South Africa

On Thursday morning, East Coast Breakfast commemorated 164 years since the first arrival of Indians in South Africa with a conversation featuring Claudette Sigamoney, President of the Global Indian Organisation. Claudette joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen to discuss the unveiling of a new statue that honours the legacy, resilience, and…
14 Nov 2024 1AM 3 min

Gcina Mhlophe chats to the team about Season 2 of African Story Magic

Season two of African Story Magic is here, and it is proudly brought to you by McDonalds Happy Meal Readers. Darren Maule featured Dr Gcina Mhlophe to share in the excitement. Dr Gcina Mhlophe is a renowned author, storyteller and founding director of Gcinamasiko Arts & Heritage Trust. Her works…
13 Nov 2024 12AM 6 min

The Big Favour Season Of Sharing is back in 2024!

If you missed the announcement on East Coast Breakfast on Wednesday morning, Season of Sharing is back! Join East Coast Radio for The Big Favour’s Pledge Day on 6 December at Gateway from 6am to 6pm. Every donation goes toward food hampers that feed families and grow sustainable futures. Call…
13 Nov 2024 12AM 7 min

Carmen's parking is nothing short of shocking.

This week, Carmen Reddy shared a picture of her car in a parking lot, but Darren Maule and Sky Tshabalala quickly commented on Carmen’s parking skills. Not only is she parked over the white line, but there’s enough space in front of her car to fit several full-grown elephants. Have…
12 Nov 2024 12AM 4 min

There's a new Spud book out - Author John Van De Ruit joins us

Did you miss the interview with Spud author John van de Ruit on East Coast Breakfast? What do you imagine Spud Milton’s life is like ten years after matriculating? Stuck in a quarter-life crisis, back at home with his parents, and resisting a chaotic school reunion with the Crazy Eight…
11 Nov 2024 1AM 10 min

The story behind Humphrey - The dog that has a statue on the Umhlanga Promenade

The owner of Humphrey, the famous "Dog in a Million" who went from being homeless to having his own life-size statue on the Umhlanga Promenade, joined East Coast Breakfast on Monday morning to share his inspiring journey. Humphrey, who was once abandoned, became a beloved ambassador for the Durban &…
11 Nov 2024 1AM 7 min

Trump's Victory: Impact on South Africa with Dr Oscar van Heerden

Dr Oscar van Heerden, one of South Africa’s leading political analysts and author from the University of Johannesburg, joins us to unpack Donald Trump's 2024 victory in the US presidential election. We explore his call for voter fraud investigations, unexpected shifts in swing states, and what Trump’s presidency means for…
7 Nov 2024 1AM 5 min

The Proteas are in town!

South Africa and India are going head-to-head in a T20 tomorrow at the Hollywoodbets Kingsmead. The game starts at 5PM, and Proteas Ottneil Baartman and Donovan Ferreira joined East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning ahead of the game. Listen to the podcast on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! 📻
7 Nov 2024 1AM 7 min

When lightning roars, stay indoors - Expert shares lightning safety tips

KZN has experienced severe weather conditions over the past week, emphasising the crucial importance of safety during lightning events. On Tuesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen featured lightning expert Trevor Manas from Blitzdetect. Trevor shared some vital information on how lightning forms, what actions to take…
5 Nov 2024 12AM 4 min

From Tragedy to New Beginnings: The Gounden Family is back from Cape Town

Last week on The Big Favour, East Coast Breakfast took you along on the Gounden family’s journey after Viven Gounden lost his wife in the Tongaat Tornado. The team sent the family on an unforgettable trip to Cape Town. They’re back, and we’ve just heard all about the highlights and…
4 Nov 2024 2AM 2 min
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