East Coast Breakfast with Darren Maule

Pule Sibeko has an impressive background in South African races and is preparing for his first run in the Comrades Marathon. He joined East Coast Breakfast to share his thoughts on the event, his preparation tips and his excitement for the Ultimate Human Race Webpage

On Tuesday morning, Women's Health SA cover star and digital content creator Caitlin Hood joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen for a chat ahead of her second Comrades Marathon this Sunday, 8 June. So why is she putting herself through it all again? What was the toughest moment from her first epic run - and what game-changing tips does she have for Comrades newbies? Tune in for inspiration, laughs, and serious runner real talk. Webpage

Comrades queen Gerda Steyn joins East Coast Breakfast to share golden advice for first-time runners, reveal what she whispers to herself when the pain kicks in, and reminds us all that running almost 90km is as much about your mind as it is your legs. Whether you're running on Sunday or just cheering from the sidelines with a cappuccino, you'll want to hear this! Webpage

Durban's unofficial mayor and local socialite, Lucky Gordy, joined us ahead of running his very first Comrades! Lucky joins Darren, Sky, and Carmen to share why he's taking on this massive challenge, what's motivating him, and a few hilarious behind-the-scenes stories you don't want to miss. From high heels to running shoes, this is one transformation you've got to hear to believe! Webpage

We caught up with Shaina-Rae just a week before her first Comrades Marathon! The nerves are kicking in and she's not feeling so good about the race! Here's what she had to say. Webpage

Phepsi Buthelezi joins East Coast Breakfast ahead of the URC clash between the Sharks and Munster. We get into club secrets, match-day mindset, and the moments that shaped him. From his Sharks journey to scoring on his Springbok debut, Phepsi brings bubbles, bruises, and absolutely no sugar-coating. No Coke - Just Phepsi! Webpage

Darren Scott, the beloved South African radio and television broadcaster, passed away on Monday night, at the age of 61, following a courageous battle with melanoma, an aggressive form of skin cancer. With a career spanning over four decades, Darren's distinctive voice and engaging presence graced numerous prominent stations, including Capital Radio, 5FM, East Coast Radio, Jacaranda 94.2, OFM, and most recently, HOT 102.7FM. Webpage

Carmen is at it again, levelling up in the most unexpected way! She's joined a brand-new class, not to master swimming strokes or dabble in paint-by-numbers, but to unlock a whole new skill set. It's quirky, it's bold, and it's so Carmen. Take a listen to find out what surprising path she's diving into. It's right up her alley and might just inspire you to try something totally out of left field! Webpage

Calum Scott is coming back for another tour of SA in January 2026, and it's coming to Durban! Tickets are on sale from 10am on Wednesday 28 May 2025 from breakoutevents.co.za or Webtickets. Webpage

The Comrades Marathon is around the corner, and Darren, Sky, and Carmen are looking for first time participants – One of South Africa's most hilarious comedians, Schalk Bezuidenhout is one of them – He joined East Coast Breakfast on Friday morning – Have a listen on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! And listen out for the most awkward moment he experienced on an airport… Webpage

Comedian Barry Hilton joined Darren Maule in Cape Town on Thursday morning, but he is actually leaving for Durban this afternoon, because he has a show at the Rhumbelow Theatre tonight and Sunday! Tickets are available at Webtickets.co.za - But, did you know that Darren Maule had a very interesting interaction with Barry Hilton, long before Darren became a stand up comedian himself! Webpage

President Cyril Ramaphosa is in the USA to meet with President Donald Trump at the White House. Out of all the headlines, Americans were most fascinated by a member of the South African delegation who arrived with a cooler box and a plastic bag – but what's in it? Darren, Sky, and Carmen heard the most hilarious speculations! Have a listen on ecr.co.za – select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

Carmen found a list of the most bizarre things people have lost in Ubers. From a mannequin head with human hair, a traffic cone, 2 mattresses, Shrek ears, boiled eggs and even Cornish hens! It's insane So, she begged the question - What's the most inconvenient thing you've ever lost? KZN's responses just got weirder and weirder. You won't believe what Darren "misplaced". Webpage

President Trump's order offering refugee status to Afrikaners has sparked global attention, with over 10,000 applications in 18 hours. We speak to UKZN political analyst Zakhele Ndlovu to unpack the political fallout, and Kobus helps us understand what truly defines a real Afrikaner. Webpage

The king graced our studio! Lemogang Tsipa, star of Shaka iLembe dropped some juicy Season 2 secrets, reveals a strange fact about the real Shaka Zulu that had us shook, and shares what it's really like working on one of the most intense sets in Mzansi. It's royal, it's raw, it's ridiculously good. Plug in and catch all the behind-the-scenes drama, laughs, and legendary moments. Webpage

Ever been trapped next to someone blasting their phone convo in public? Darren Maule and Carmen Reddy go head-to-head in a fiery debate over whether this habit is harmless or downright rude. Sparks fly, opinions clash, and then they turned to KZN to settle it. Tune in to hear the chaos, the laughs, and the verdict from KZN! Webpage

Earlier this week, a post was doing the rounds on social media about Dr Terence Govender from Reservoir Hills, who received a municipal bill for R2.8 million! No, he's not running an aquarium – it was just a typo. Darren, Sky, and Carmen wanted to know: When did you get a shock bill? Have a listen to some bizarre stories from KZN Webpage

It's exam season, and scholar and students all across the country are getting ready to write their mid-year exams. But what can parents do to support kids during this time? Darren, Sky, and Carmen spoke to some of KZN's top achievers of 2024 to find out how parents can support their kids during exam time Webpage

Uh-oh! Forgot it was Mother's Day? Whether you missed the memo, forgot the flowers, or just didn't have a plan; don't panic. The team waved their magic wands (well, sort of) and came to the rescue! With the help of our enchanting Flower Fairy, Carmen Reddy, we sprinkled a little love, laughter, and last-minute magic across KZN to make sure no mom felt forgotten. Webpage

We had the absolute privilege of chatting with Orlando Pirates stars Olisah Ndah and Zakhele Lepasa, the ever-insightful Pirates Media Officer Thandi Merafe, and the legendary Teko Modise – all ahead of the massive showdown between the Orlando Pirates and Kaizer Chiefs. From inside scoops on the ticketing glitch drama, to what fans can expect at this year's historic Nedbank Cup Final, this episode is packed with energy, passion, and plenty of laughs. And yes – Teko Modise drops a bold prediction about who will take home Derby glory! Webpage

With Mother's Day around the corner, Darren, Sky, and Carmen take a moment to celebrate the clever hacks our moms have passed down. From folding Checkers packets into tiny samoosas to the mysterious magic of boiling lentils with a metal spoon; these mom hacks prove that mothers truly are the unsung heroes of everyday life. Take a listen and prepare to smile (and maybe steal a few tips!). Webpage

Sharks fans, you're in for a treat! We caught up with Grant Williams ahead of Friday night's clash with the Ospreys. From match-day hype to behind-the-scenes banter and a fun round of Sharks-themed Alphabet Roulette – it's all here. Webpage

On Tuesday morning, Darren, Sky, and Carmen had some fun on East Coast Breakfast. They asked the kids of KZN to imitate their parents nagging them – hilarious! Webpage

From forwarding cheesy good morning pics, to having full songs as WhatsApp tones – What are the things our parents should stop doing? Darren, Sky, and Carmen heard some hilarious stories on East Coast Breakfast on Monday morning! But, what Darren, and Sky did NOT know, is that Carmen Reddy asked THEIR kids what THEY should stop doing! Webpage

On Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren Maule and Sky Tshabalala noticed something on Carmen Reddy's phone… It sparked the question: Is it okay to use a picture of yourself as your phone's lock screen? It also turns out that the picture you choose as your lock screen says a lot about your personality. Webpage

Vinesh Soogreem joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen to launch his brand-new podcast series, Deep Dive! He shared an exclusive preview of what's in store; from the thought-provoking topics he'll be tackling to how you can be part of the conversation. Don't miss this exciting behind-the-scenes look at a show that's set to spark real talk and deeper thinking Webpage

Darren, Sky, and Carmen had the most hilarious morning with Emmy nominated comedian, Loyiso Gola. He shared stories of his life as a comedian, a few questionable adventures with Darren, and his live show in Durban. His brand-new show is happening at the Chris Seabrooke Theatre until the 4th of May. Take a listen to the full interview Webpage

There's nothing worse than falling in love with a character, watching them grow, fight, love, and survive… only for them to get ripped away in the most brutal way possible. Darren, Sky & Carmen asked KZN which character death completely broke them, and it's safe to say - we agree! Webpage

Pope Francis passed away on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at the age of 88. That means that there is now a position open at The Vatican and a new pope will be elected soon. Darren, Sky, and Carmen wanted to know what you think the world's most difficult jobs are, and this is what KZN had to say Webpage

Darren, Sky & Carmen spoke to Dean and Head of the School of Religion, Philosophy and Classics at UKZN, Professor Simangaliso Kumalo, who shed light on what we can expect to happen next. Take a listen to the many traditions that will take place in the next few weeks. Webpage

Did you miss East Coast Breakfast on Tuesday morning? Things were far, far away from normal! The cast of Love is Green: Shrek the Musical joined Darren, Sky and Carmen for a fairytale morning. Have a listen on ecr.co.za – just select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

This week, cricket star David Miller joins us from India, where he's deep in the chaos and colour of the IPL. From tiny hotel rooms to massive fan moments, David spills on life in the cricket-crazy nation, the food that feels like home, and why he's not quite ready to buy a house there - yet. Webpage

Zisto joins the East Coast Radio family to fire up your weekend mornings with good vibes, great music, and real talk! As a well-known voice in KwaZulu-Natal radio, Zisto brings with her a dynamic mix of experience, authenticity, and local flair. Take a listen to the amazing moment on-air! Webpage

Darren, Sky & Carmen asked KZN this simple question: What's the most useless baby item you ever bought? From fancy bottle warmers to wipe warmers that never worked, our listeners didn't hold back! Webpage

On Saturday the 12th Savanna Comics Choice Comedy Awards too place - Robby Collins won Headliner of the year and Best Solo Show – Darren Maule gave him a hilarious congratulatory call on Monday morning. Take a listen below! Webpage

What's it like trading in golden Durban mornings for misty English afternoons? We caught up with Simon Carter - former Durban radio producer and now UK resident - for a laugh-filled chat about life abroad. Take a listen to how he's finding life in the Kingdom Webpage

What happens when Carmen gets behind the wheel of a golf cart? A lot of chaos, and something that's never happened before. Take a listen. Oh, and no golf carts were harmed in this moment. Webpage

The entire world's markets are in turmoil after Trump announced his tariffs. Darren, Sky and Carmen asked the KIDS to tell us what THEY think “Trump's tariffs” means – now they know it could be anything from a breakfast cereal to a musical instrument, or even a dinosaur! Have a listen to the cuteness overload Webpage

From “this meeting should have been an email”, to “I'm Running late” – What's an emoji we need but don't have? East Coast Breakfast has put together a list of emojis that society really needs! Webpage

Darren chats with the KZN MEC of Social Development about the inspiring journey of the KZN Integrated Youth Development initiative and its life-changing impact on young people across the province. Webpage

This week, Darren tried to order from Rocomamas in Gaborone, Botswana - the best Rocomamas in Africa. Tshepiso & Tinkerbell gave him the best service before realizing he's way too far. Take a listen to how it all ended. Webpage

This week, we're crossing borders and breaking ground with Wayne Pieterse, who joins us all the way from Gaborone, Botswana! From traveling across South Africa to laying the foundation for a growing nation, Wayne's story is nothing short of inspiring. As a construction expert, he's literally building Botswana - one brick at a time. But it's not just about the structures; it's about the vibrant cultures, unique experiences, and endless opportunities he's discovered along the way. Take a listen to the full interview. Webpage