Ryan O'Connor Breakfast Show

Dog owners, Cat butlers, and plant parents

Apparently cat lovers seem to shop more than dog owners. We invited our listeners to tell us about their happy animal homes and if cat parents are indeed more likely to shop more for their cats. We also got a confession from Ricky that was a little...unusual.

7 Aug 2024 7AM 2 min

Catch up: Ari Kruger and Jack Parow talk about The Shakedown

Prime Video is set to release its first South African original film, the Cape Town-set crime caper comedy “The Shakedown,” which will be available globally on the streamer Aug. 8. Co-writer and director Ari Kruger together with musician (and now actor) Jack Parow joined us in studio to talk about…

2 Aug 2024 7AM 11 min

JP21 FOUNDATION Marks 10-Year Anniversary

Founded in 2015, the JP21 FOUNDATION a leading organization dedicated to the development of youth in vulnerable communities, is proud to announce its 10-year anniversary. Over the past decade, the foundation has made significant strides in nurturing young learners, supporting community initiatives, creating opportunities for learners to thrive, learn and…

30 Jul 2024 9AM 8 min

Extreme rides for cash and skydiving to impress your boyfriend

Some of us are natural adrenaline junkies and don't need to be asked twice to do something extreme. Then there are others who need a bit more motivation to feel the rush of danger. Ryan found a theme park that will pay for you to test roller coasters. If that's…

29 Jul 2024 5AM 2 min

Jason and Nicholas Goliath bring the happiness

Comedians, Jason and Nicholas Goliath are on their groundbreaking "The Happiness Economy Comedy Tour" and are making a stop in Cape Town. They are eager to engage with the audience and deliver a night filled with laughter and enjoyment. They joined us in studio ahead of their shows at the…

26 Jul 2024 7AM 9 min

Oops! I threw it away by mistake

Ever gotten rid of something you never intended of parting ways with? It happens to the best of us and time might not make the mistake any less powerful. There are lessons to be learned here: Don't put your diamond earrings, false teeth, or prescription contact lenses in places they…

22 Jul 2024 5AM 5 min

Jimmy Nevis pays homage to the Luxurama

Jimmy Nevis and Craig Lucas have joined forces for the first time to create a powerful new single, ‘Never Forget’. This collaboration is not just a musical milestone but also a significant cultural event, as the song features prominently in the upcoming documentary, "A Cape Town Song: The Story of…

19 Jul 2024 5AM 6 min

A trip down memory lane with TV shows

MacGyver could make a bomb out of matches and bubblegum. Brakanjan was a heroic, sword fighting dog. Die Swart Kat might have inspired the concept of neighbourhood watch. These are all things that wouldn't make sense to someone who didn't grow up watching TV in the 80s and 90s. We…

18 Jul 2024 5AM 1 min

Anthea opens up about the tragic loss of her son

Last month 17 year old cyclist Calib de Kock, of the Phoenix Cycling Club, tragically lost his life on a training ride in Sea Point when someone opened their car door, and he collided with it. Ryan spoke to his mom to see how the family is coping.

17 Jul 2024 6AM 6 min

The hardest thing any parent can do

It's been just over a month since the tragic death of 17 year old cyclist Calib de Kock. According to information, the 17 year old Calib de Kock, of the Phoenix Cycling Club, was out for a training ride in Sea Point when someone opened their car door, and he…

17 Jul 2024 5AM 3 min

R50 000 goes to Mark for cracking Ryan's Noise!

It's been 67 days and someone finally cracked Ryan's latest R50 000 Noise. Mark Petersen correctly identified the 3rd noise of 2024 as "an avocado being crushed by a car's wheel". Tune in at 7am and 8am to hear Ryan's new R50 000 noise.

15 Jul 2024 3AM 3 min

Stepping up to save Little Nicela

Nicela Naude was abandoned by her biological mother in hospital and was adopted by Maddy and Jacques Naude. Life hasn't been easy for the family as Nicela was diagnosed with Klippel Trenaunay Webber Syndrom - a rare, potentially fatal disease. Unfortunately Maddy and Jacques aren't able to keep up with…

10 Jul 2024 2AM 4 min

Little Nicela's fight continues

Nicela Naude was born at Groote Schuur Hospital and abandoned by her biological mother. She was adopted by Maddy and Jacques Naude. Nicela was diagnosed with Klippel Trenaunay Webber Syndrom - a rare, potentially fatal disease. Nicela needs daily medication and treatment to improve her quality of life. Unfortunately Maddy…

10 Jul 2024 1AM 9 min

A UFO trampoline and wheelie bin escaped!

Another cold front has hit Cape Town bringing heavy rain, snow, and strong winds to the city, Overberg, Drakenstein and Stellenbosch areas. With stormy conditions you might also see a few bizarre things on your commute.

9 Jul 2024 6AM 2 min

The back to school sigh of relief

Admit it, you're happy that schools are back for the 3rd term. You just needed a break from the last three weeks of balancing work, life, and keeping the kids entertained.

9 Jul 2024 5AM 3 min

Sexy Socks joins Smile FM to get 100 000 socks to children in need

Sexy Socks is a unique, proudly South African business. For every pair sold, they donate a pair of school socks to a child in one of South Africa’s underprivileged schools. As of July 2024, they will have donated over 500,000 pairs! Founder and CEO Dave Hutchison joined us for a…

1 Jul 2024 4AM 5 min

Sexy Socks - where style meets mission

The Sexy Socks range, proudly designed and made in Africa, consists of bamboo, cotton and active socks in countless unique, bright designs. For every pair sold, they donate a pair of school socks to a child in one of South Africa’s underprivileged schools. As of July 2024, they will have…

1 Jul 2024 4AM 5 min

The Joy live in studio

In less than three years, South Africa’s The Joy has become known for its ability to spread instant euphoria with a unique sound that has the ability to transcend genre and continents alike. They’re fast gaining international attention and recently performed to 100 000 people with Doja Cat at Coachella…

27 Jun 2024 6AM 3 min

Robbie Maddison and Freestyle Kings are headed to Cape Town

Freestyle Kings LIVE is the newest and biggest freestyle motocross and BMX spectacle to hit the world stage. Fresh off a 13 stop tour of Australia and New Zealand, and is heading to South Africa for the first time this November and you can see it live at DHL Stadium…

26 Jun 2024 4AM 8 min

Breaking records comes with many challenges

On the morning of May 10th, at an altitude of 6,405 meters, the Madswimmer team surpassed the previous record of a high altitude swim of 6,370 meters set by Australian Dan Bull in the Andes Mountains in South America. This means they now hold the highest swim record and it…

21 Jun 2024 5AM 7 min