East Coast Breakfast with Darren Maule

Matric dance season is here, but is it okay to snap a dress in-store and duplicate it for less? Darren shared his daughter's dress dilemma, and designer Haroun Hansrot weighs in on the copycat couture debate. Webpage

Step into the Time Warp! Darren, Sky, and Carmen sat down with the cast of The Rocky Horror Show - Frank N Furter, Brad, and Janet - to chat about the cult classic's wild history, the quirky behind-the-scenes magic, and why audiences can't get enough of the madness. Plus, don't miss Darren Maule making his big debut… dressed as a Transylvanian! The show runs at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre from 17 September to 12 October – so get ready to shiver with antici…pation! Webpage

Sky came with a household issue he needed help with. His oldest son, Kai, got bitten by a mosquito on his forehead. He refused to go to school or even leave the house. Sky needed a healthy natural home hack to get rid of it and a friend recommended rubbing vinegar on it. Weirdly enough - it WORKED! So, we asked KZN for their greatest natural home remedies for everything from injuries, colds and even household cleanliness. KZN delivered healing magic! Webpage

Darren, Sky and Carmen are ecstatic that taxis are back on the road and life is back to normal. After the unexpected taxi strike on Thursday, the team shared just how much the strike affected them in their personal lives. The strike gave East Coast Breakfast a much-needed reality check on just how big of a role the taxi industry plays in keeping the city functioning. Webpage

SANTACO Provincial Manager Sfiso Shangase joined East Coast Breakfast on East Coast Radio to give us an in-depth update on the ongoing taxi strike, why it's happening and what the potential outcomes could be. Take a listen to the details and what commuters need to know. Webpage

Darren Maule shared the true cost and effects that Durban's Taxi Strike has on the people of KZN - from the essential workers to school children - who rely on taxis for their day-to-day. Mrs BK - a Morningside resident - joined East Coast Breakfast to share her sentiments and the suffering that lies behind the Durban taxi strike. Webpage

When Darren, Sky, and Carmen heard that New Zealand had the audacity to petition for Taylor Swift's wedding, they thought: “Hold my bunny chow!” If KZN knows anything, it's how to throw a party. So, the team decided to outdo New Zealand by producing their very own official advert for Durban Tourism - completely free of charge. From golden beaches to bunny chows, find out why Durban might just be the ultimate Swiftie wedding destination. Webpage

New Zealnad recently petitioned to host the wedding of Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, but who wants to get married in New Zealand? We've got a better location in mind... DURBAN! Webpage

Winter is over, and Spring has sprung! But what's something you need to leave behind from winter? Insecurities, uncertainties, toxicity… Whatever it is – Carmen Reddy held a ceremonial burning of everything that should stay away this Spring! Webpage

If you live along the coast of Umhlanga, you might've seen the giant floating object in the ocean. What the heck was it? Was it aliens? Is it an oil rig? Nope... Here's what it is... Webpage

We're unpacking the drama from our Gala Dinner where the theme was “African Winter Elegance.” Everyone dressed to impress… except Sky, who rocked up looking like he was headed to a staff meeting. Now the big question is: Should you deny entry to a themed party if someone doesn't stick to the dress code? We dive into your hilarious Facebook comments, share some shocking party etiquette stories, and of course – roast Sky just a little. Webpage

If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast: Tennis star Carlos Alcaraz confirmed that his new haircut was actually a mistake—thanks to his brother holding the clippers! That kicked off a hilarious conversation with with Darren, Sky, and Carmen … about haircut disasters. They heard from Dureshan in Hilton, who tried to cut his own hair, and from Sne in Ladysmith, who gave us the best story of the morning. Catch all the laughs now on ecr.co.za under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage

Taylor Swift and NFL superstar Travis Kelce are officially engaged! The couple revealed their exciting news on August 26, 2025, via a joint Instagram post featuring Taylor's shimmering diamond ring and the cheeky caption, “Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married” Webpage

Wentworth's very own dance champions - fresh from conquering the UDO World Street Dance Championships - joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen in studio. Artistic Director Jarryd Watson and double world champ Chay Botman shared their powerful story of resilience, community pride, and how dance is transforming lives in Durban. Webpage

Jojo Robinson from The Real Housewives of Durban surprised Darren, Sky, and Carmen with a box of Labubu Dolls after hearing about Carmen's Online Order Oopsie where she mistakenly ordered a laminated picture of a Labubu Doll instead of the real thing! Webpage

Rassie Erasmus made 10 surprise changes to the Springboks starting lineup after a devastating defeat against the Wallabies. Why though? Well - Sky breaks it down... Webpage

He's just 14, but Brenton Narainsamy has a talent that'll rev you up! The young KZN prodigy joined East Coast Breakfast to show off his jaw-dropping car sound impressions – and trust us, you'll need to double-check it's not a real engine. Webpage

William Jafta - the iconic animal sounds man - gave us his best animal impressions and its insane. Is he even human? Webpage

Darren & Sky asked KZN something only they can relate to: "What's a struglle thats unique to KZN and KZN only?" This question blew up on our Facebook page, and you had a lot to share about your struggles and experiences living in KZN Who knew our province was so weird and unique. Take a listen Webpage

We were so impressed by KZN's Hadeda impressions, we couldn't help but wonder what other "animals" roam our streets... So - we asked for your best impressions and WOW - you delivered! Webpage

Darren's most exciting career moment happened at the Fin Cup this past weekend as he took on the responsibility of being the official coin tosser and celebrity umpire. However, something happened... and it ultimately turned it into the lowest point in his entire career. Webpage

We are devastated after a video went viral of a pilot crashing into the ocean at Battery Beach during an aerobatic display on Thursday afternoon. Wouter Botes is a multi-talented aviation professional a pilot, test pilot, maintenance expert, media presenter, and tenacious aviation investigator. He joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen on East Coast Breakfast on Friday morning. Webpage

The search continues today for the pilot who tragically crashed into the ocean near Suncoast during an aerobatic display at the Next Generation of Aviation Professionals Global Summit 2025. The heartbreaking incident has captured nationwide attention after videos of the crash went viral. Garrith Jamieson - Managing Director at ALS Paramedics shared an update Webpage

In case you missed the tea today, sculptures worth R1 million rand were stolen overnight and Shaka Ilembe's Costume Designer went to ComicCon! Webpage

Darren revealed something suspicious he came across the other day. Something weird happened in October 1582... 10 days just NEVER happened. How? Well... he explained it Webpage

Hollywoodbets Brand & Communications Manager Devin Heffer and Dolphins CEO Heinrich Strydom joined Darren, Sky & Carmen to make a BIG announcement ahead of the Fin Cup! You could win your share of R50,000 - and here's how... Webpage

The cast of Northwood School's “Snow White in Mzansi” joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen in studio — bringing a fresh, proudly South African twist to the classic fairytale. With a mix of talented young performers from multiple schools, they gave us a taste of their upcoming show hitting the stage this Thursday, 14 August in Durban North. Webpage

Have you ever ordered something online, only to get something totally "NOT WHAT YOU ORDERED"? Well, Carmen did - and it turns out she wasn't alone... Webpage

Numismatist Anthony Govender joined Darren, Sky and Carmen to debunk the truth behind the real heads and tails on a coin. Chances are... you've been doing it wrong ALL ALONG! Webpage

Bruce and Darren explored the creation of Actress, a captivating one-woman show co-written by Bruce and Talia. Set against a New York backdrop and featuring eight original songs, the production is inspired by Talia's real-life journey, delving into the complex roles women juggle - from motherhood to chasing career dreams. Webpage

Darren approached Hollywoodbets Dolphins about being a part of the Fin Cup T20 team. Sadly, he didn't get his way, but he did get a very "Darren" position. Webpage

Caleb woke up bright and early to play a competition with Darren, Sky and... Stacey?? No babes... its Carmen Webpage

Things are heating up ahead of the Fin Cup, powered by Hollywoodbets, kicking off Sunday 17 August at Kingsmead Stadium! Sky Tshabalala has thrown his name in the hat to mentor the Hollywoodbets Dolphins… but Nick Tatham reckons he's the better man for the job. Now it's up to YOU to decide: Who should coach which team — Sky or Nick? Cast your vote now on our WhatsApp Channel Poll! Webpage

Darren, Sky, and Carmen made a Millionaire in Lottostar's Fortune Frenzy Competition! Congratulations to Nehal Parsad who navigated his way through 4 tough rounds and emerged a winner out of 120 golden ticket holders. Webpage

If you missed it on Monday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen asked: Has a co-worker ever taken credit for your work? That sparked a wave of personal stories from listeners. Plus, they spoke to Owen Dean, the legal expert who fought for justice in the famous copyright case behind “The Lion Sleeps Tonight.” He's also the author of Echoes of Injustice: The Story behind the Epic Song “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” and the Battle of Reparation. A powerful true story of legal triumph and cultural justice that transformed tragedy into hope. When South African musician Solomon Linda composed "Mbube" - the song that would become the global phenomenon "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" - he unknowingly signed away his rights to a fortune. For decades, his family remained in poverty while his creation generated millions worldwide. Catch it all now at ecr.co.za under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage

Darren, Sky, and Carmen asked: "Has a co-worker stolen your spotlight?" The question hit a nerve, and listeners flooded the show with real-life stories of workplace credit theft. Webpage

Keshav Maharaj has been named SA Men's Player of the Year at the 2025 CSA Awards, celebrating his standout performances and leadership during South Africa's victorious World Test Championship campaign. Webpage

If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, The New York Times dropped its list of the 100 greatest films of the 21st century—but Darren, Sky, and Carmen noticed something strange: not a single sequel made the cut. Which is weird, because sometimes the sequel is better than the original…Want to see what KZN thinks? Go to ecr.co.za and check out KZN's Ultimate List: 100 Sequels That Beat the Originals, under the East Coast Breakfast tab. Webpage

If you missed it on Monday morning on East Coast Breakfast, the team tackled the real school subjects that life forgot to teach us — from doing taxes and managing credit, to parallel parking and even understanding rugby rules. Listeners had strong opinions on what should be part of the curriculum, like queue etiquette (don't breathe on the person in front of you!) and trolley control (please, not the Achilles heels!). Catch up now on ecr.co.za, under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage

Ahead of The Fin Cup powered by Hollywoodbets, East Coast Breakfast caught up with the big names behind this epic clash. COO of the Hollywoodbets Sharks Novashni Chetty, Dolphins CEO Heinrich Strydom, and players Fez Mbatha and Eathan Bosch joined us to talk crossing codes, Kingsmead buzz, and the friendly rivalry between rugby and cricket. Mark your calendars for 17 August! You don't want to miss this epic clash of titans! Webpage

In case you missed it on Thursday, Sky and Carmen finally got Darren to taste the best snack of all time! FOXI NAX! Yes - you remember those. Darren had no idea these existed, and when he tasted them - well, find out his reaction... Webpage

If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, the kids were back at school, and Darren, Sky, and Carmen wanted to know: what's the best part about going back? Turns out — it's the tuck shop! So now, East Coast Breakfast is on a mission to find the best school tuck shop in KZN. After visiting schools earlier this year on the My School Rules tour, they realised that some schools don't even have tuck shops anymore — they have full-on restaurants. Catch it all again on ecr.co.za under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage