The Drive with Simon Bechus
Be ready to be completely engaged as Simon takes you down a rabbit hole of entertainment. His endless knowledge of music, performers and performances are snackable moments you won't soon forget.
A life spent in the African bush inspires novel!
For many years Africa was both his workplace, and his home : Dudley Venner joined Simon B to share the inspiration behind his novel, 'Musings of an Unemployed Safari Guide : Places, Wildlife and the Adventures in Between'.
Marilize Piek joins Simon B in celebration of 40 years on air!
The George Golf Club's Functions Coordinator popped in to talk the power of radio partnerships and to say congrats on being voted Best Local Radio Station in George - and on hitting 40!
Stiles MD on the power of radio
Nina Appiah-Baiden joined Simon B to applaud the station's recent announcement as the Best Local Radio Station in George.
Simon B meets 'superwoman' Kittie Terblanche
This full time working mum is a woman of many talents - one of them being a Tug of War athlete who will soon be participating in an international tournament being hosted in Hartenbos.
Herholdts Group - the Solar and Electrical Wholesalers with heart!
The Algoa FM Garden Route Charity Golf Day is happening next week Thursday in aid of George Child and Family Welfare. Simon caught up with our Silver Sponsor in the form of George branch manager, Willie Kruger.
George local Shaun Butler an unstoppable inspiration
The Chairman of the Disabled Road-Race Foundation is a man of many talents. Despite a serious spinal cord injury, he embraces life with a mental attitude that is truly motivating.
Currie Cup First Division Final happens tonighti
The Dotsure SWD Eagles are up against the Valke at Outeniqua Park Stadium in George tonioght. Simon cuaght up with Head Coach Heyneke Meyer and Captain Carel du Preez ahead of the clash.
Garden Route golfers - we need you to join us on the green!
George Child and Family Welfare representatives, Sue Du Toit and Henrica Veldman, tell us about their NPO - this year's Algoa FM George Charity Golf Day beneficiary. Get on board Garden Route golfers!
Lloyd Bosman was in the house!
George's own elite athlete not only conquered his first Comrades this year, he took 7th place!
Ultramarathon athlete defied medical odds
The back story to the triumph of MUT Miler Female Winner, Lodelia Kombrink, is one of courage and determination in the face of enormous odds. Lodeila is also a mother of three, a healthcare professional, and an advocate for vulnerable children.
Entries open for the 2026 Entrepreneur Programme - George Edition
It's that time of year again : Paul Hoffman, Project Manager of ACSA, joined Simon B, to chat about this vital initiative.
George Golf Club rises above devastating storm damage
Chairman, Daryl Austin, talks us through the storm of 11 May which saw over 200 trees uprooted on the green. Despite this, the club is up and running and will be celebrating its 120th birthday as planned.
George Doctor conquers Marathon des Sables for mental health
Dr Gwen Hobson 'enjoyed every second' of the brutul 267km ultramarathon across the Sahara Desert - all in a bid to raise awareness about the vital connection between physical activity and mental health. It was a fascinating chat.
Meet 'toughest firefighter alive' contender - Emile Corad
The George local will be competing nationally when the Garden Route plays host to the 2026 Toughest Firefighter Alive competition. But ,Emile has plenty happening before that goes down - take a listen to this inspiring chat!
An ex-Springbok and his Protea gymnast daughter
Simon B shines a light on Zane Kirchner and his delightful daughter Amaris as she takes the world of gymnastics by storm!
Love on the airwaves with Simon B
Simon B welcomes couple Shaun Nelson and Meghan Cilliers into the studio to talk relationships and hitting it hard at the gym to get to competition level! They are both personal trainers.
Hats off to Mayor of Mossel Bay
Executive Mayor Alderman Dirk Kotzé is a busy man. With a growth strategy in place, he is making thigns happen in the fastest growing town in South Africa.
Kane Johnstone has done it again to save endangered species !
This time swimming 36.5 km to raise awareness for the Shark Catch Exclusion Zone proposal, aimed at stopping commercial shark fishing in the Mossel Bay area. Take a bow Kane!
Simon B catches up with renowned palaeontologist
The Garden Route has become one of the world’s most important regions for palaeontology thanks to the groundbreaking work of Dr Charles Helm.
Outeniqua Lifestyle Centre a cut above the rest
There's no doubt that after listening to Lizanne Vos and Minnin du Preez talk about this lifestyle centre, you will want to pay it a visit. PS dog lovers - it's pet friendly too!