Podcasts about east coast breakfast

Have you ever heard of a Schuko plug? Maybe not … but it has caused an annoyance in your life – every house has a Schuko plug. If it annoys Carmen Reddy, it probably annoys you as well! Find out what a Schuko plug is, and what its point is on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

Did you miss Ladysmith Black Mambazo live on East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning? Then you missed the most amazing performance! Catch up on ecr.co.za, and find out where you can get tickets to their show on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen delved into one of society's most bizarre elements … Community WhatsApp Groups - They asked you to submit your screenshots from bizarre conversations from KZN Community WhatsApp groups, and asked AI to create a song – The result was absolutely hilarious! Streaming now on ecr.co.za, under the East Coast breakfast Blog, or your favourite streaming platform: It's not a Fur Baby, it's a Cat! AND another fan-favourite – What happened to the Umdloti Monkey feeding station! Listen now! Webpage

East Coast Breakfast discusses 38 recipients of South Africa's national orders, awarded for contributions to democracy and improving citizens' lives. The team zone in on Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus receiving an order but being unable to attend due to Springbok alignment camp, reportedly sending his 81-year-old friend Frikkie Erasmus to collect it. Webpage

If you missed it on Monday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren took a hilarious and slightly terrifying look at the unofficial rules of the road in KZN after learner licence pass rates dropped following South Africa's new computerised testing system. From treating roundabouts like vibes, to believing a yellow robot means “two more cars minimum”. Plus… why do KZN drivers think the yellow lane is a VIP fast lane?! Catch the full flashback now on the East Coast Breakfast page at ecr.co.za Webpage

Think passing your learner's licence is easy? Think again. Since South Africa introduced a new computerised testing system, learner's licence pass rates have dropped dramatically, and many drivers are being caught off guard. KZN Transport spokesperson Ndabezinhle Sibiya joined East Coast Breakfast to explain what's changed, why so many people are failing, and whether experienced drivers would still pass the test today. Webpage

After Durban City's historic 2-1 victory over TS Galaxy in the Nedbank Cup Final, veteran goalkeeper Darren Keet joined East Coast Breakfast to relive the unforgettable win that brought silverware, pride, and hope back to Durban. Keet, alongside goalkeeper coach Rowen Fernandez, chatted to Darren, Sky, and Carmen about the pressure, the passion, and the moments that defined Durban City's incredible cup run. Webpage

A very familiar voice from your mornings on East Coast Radio is stepping into the MasterChef SA kitchen as a surprise guest judge this Sunday at 18:00 on e.tv. But which East Coast Breakfast favourite is it? Before the big reveal on TV, we're spilling all the behind-the-scenes tea, what the experience was really like, and whether the contestants survived the pressure Webpage

Siphamandla Mthiyane won a brand-new BMW M240i in East Coast Radio and Gold Rush's Live Inside and Win the Ride! After living in the car for 10 days, he drove away with the prize. He joined East Coast Breakfast on Monday morning to speak about the most difficult thing was about living in a car with 9 other contestants, and what it feels like to drive a brand-new BMW M240i Webpage

“Live Inside & Win a Ride”, brought to you by Goldrush is coming to East Coast Radio! It'. 10 people will live in a car for 10 days and there will be a series of challenges and elimination rounds, and ultimately one person will drive away in a brand-new BMW M240i worth more than a Million Rand! If you missed it on Monday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Deon Govender reviewed the BMW M240i in great detail – and the car is more impressive than anyone could imagine! Webpage

Sune Luus joined East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning, and the team asked her what the last thing is she Google … her answer was something NOBODY expected! Webpage

This year on The Big Favour on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen has been on a journey to help eradicate pit toilets in KZN schools! With the help of LottoStar, Breadline Africa, and Envirosan, they have demolished the pit toilets at 3 schools, and replaced them with proper, functioning, safe, clean toilets! Follow the story on ecr.co.za, under the East Coast Breakfast Blog, and find out what it feels like for a child to flush a toilet for the first time in their entire lives! Webpage

This year, East Coast Breakfast has taken on the powerful mission of eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools, with the backing of LottoStar and Breadline Africa, and now in the hands of Brian Lewis, CEO of Envirosan. In the latest update, Brian checks in with another school principal and reveals that they could be less than a week away from finishing their school! It's a real look at the challenges behind creating safer schools and the determination to push through them. Follow every step of the journey on ecr.co.za under East Coast Breakfast. Webpage

If you missed it on East Coast Breakfast: The Big Favour with LottoStar is well on track with their mission of eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools. Brian Lewis, CEO of Envirosan has announced that the demolition of the old pit toilets at the 3 schools is done, and work has started on building new, safe toilets – But they've already run into their first roadblock. You won't believe how fast the work is progressing! AND there's a video on the WhatsApp channel [On WhatsApp click updates > search East Coast Radio > Hit follow]. You can also follow the progress on ecr.co.za, select the East Coast Breakfast blog! Webpage

If you missed it on East Coast Breakfast: The Big Favour with LottoStar is well on track with their mission of eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools. Brian Lewis, CEO of Envirosan has announced that the demolition of the old pit toilets at the 3 schools is done, and work have already begun on building new, safe toilets – But they've already run into their first roadblock. You won't believe how fast the work is progressing! AND there's a video on the WhatsApp channel [On WhatsApp click updates > search East Coast Radio > Hit follow]. You can also follow the progress on ecr.co.za, select the East Coast Breakfast blog! Webpage

You've been part of a journey with East Coast Breakfast … and it's been nothing short of powerful. Together with LottoStar, YOU raised an incredible R1 847 500 to help eradicate pit toilets in schools, a reality thousands of children still face every single day. Then, on Tuesday morning, Marion Wagner, CEO of Breadline Africa, made an announcement that changes everything: Not two… but THREE schools will now have their pit toilets demolished and replaced with proper, clean, safe facilities. See why this matters. Watch the video now on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast … and imagine your child using that facility. This is real change. This is dignity. This is safety. Webpage

South Africa's longest running and most beloved music festival is turning 35! Splashy Fen is taking place between 2 and 6 April 2026/ Tickets at plashyfen.co.za - There's more than 30 food trucks, stalls & artisan vendors, 6 stages of live music, and more than 300 artists – Including Jemma Kate and Angel M! They took over the East Coast Breakfast studio with an epic live performance on Friday morning! Listen again on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

Darren shared a powerful story about when Carmen Reddy had to use a pit toilet for the first time a daily reality for many children in KZN. Marion Wagner, CEO of Breadline Africa, joined the team for what she thought was a regular update… but then came the big moment. Darren, Sky, and Carmen surprised her with ANOTHER R1 847 500 raised through The Big Favour with LottoStar to continue eradicating pit toilets in KZN schools. Webpage

What started as a shocking first for Carmen turned into a reality check for all of us. Darren Maule relives the emotional day they visited MaShangase in Inchanga and why it still hits hard today. For many children in KZN, pit toilets aren't a once-off experience… they're everyday life. But thanks to YOU, over R1.8 million was raised during Santa's Stash with LottoStar and now, real change is coming. Find out how lives are about to be transformed. Full plan revealed Thursday at 07:40 on East Coast Breakfast. Webpage

The Kickstands joined Darren, Sky and Carmen ahead of the 35th Splashy Fen! They gave us a stellar performance, reminisced on their years of Splashy & even spoke on a song that East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

After waking up before the rest of KZN for two decades, Natarah Nadesan is signing off from the East Coast Breakfast news desk. We look back at the early mornings, the unforgettable on-air moments, and the life milestones that happened while she kept the province informed. From memorable broadcasts to the occasional on-air slip-up, Natarah reflects on her journey, and reveals what comes next. Webpage

Attorney Ashton Naidoo joined East Coast Breakfast to unpack the Sibling Maintenance Law controversy and how it actually works. He also educated us on other weird laws that exist in South Africa, from witchcraft, dying your dogs, and riding horses while inebriated. Webpage

War erupted after the US and Israel carried out coordinated airstrikes against Iran, shutting down airspace, disrupting flights and rattling global oil markets. The biggest question for South Africans is how this will affect our petrol and Diesel Prices – Marius Van Der Walt, East Coast Radio's Chief news editor joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen to discuss the impact. Get the full conversation on ecr.co.za, select the East Coast Breakfast blog! Webpage

Things got heated (literally) on East Coast Breakfast! Darren, Sky, and Carmen found themselves in a surprisingly serious debate about the studio temperature. Darren insisted the aircon should stay at a crisp 22°C, Carmen argued that 25°C is the perfect cosy setting, and Sky tried to keep the peace with a compromise: 10 minutes at 22 and 10 minutes at 25. But the real judges? You, our listeners. Webpage

On Friday morning on East Coast Breakfast Darren, Sky, and Carmen was looking for a couple who has been dating for less than 3 months, and they sent them on a weekend away to Jozini Tiger Lodge – The catch … they had to leave immediately! The team caught up with the happy couple on Monday morning to find out how it all went – Have a listen on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

It's the weekend of love on East Coast Radio, and things got real romantic… real fast! On Friday morning, East Coast Breakfast met Calvin and Carina - a couple who only met three months ago on Instagram. Cute, right? Well… it gets better. They won a dreamy getaway to Jozini Tiger Lodge, but there was a twist. They had to drop everything and leave immediately! No packing. No planning. Just vibes. Here's how it went... Webpage

After finding out that Carmen couldn't whistle for all these years, East Coast Breakfast wondered what other "normal" things KZN people couldn't do. YOH - we didn't realise just how abnormal we are. From burping, to drinking water and even parking forwards - these are all the "normal" things KZN people can't do! Webpage

After East Coast Breakfast's returned from Season 2 of My School Rules, the team realised the Carmen Reddy CAN NOT WHISTLE. After many interventions and classes, Carmen Reddy was given 24 hours to learn how to whistle … did she nail it? Have a listen on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

Connor Doig from Westville, with Bulgarian partner Dimitar Kisimov, won the boys' doubles title at the Australian Open! Connor joined East Coast Breakfast in studio to share his journey of commitment, sacrifice, and balancing schoolwork while chasing a Grand Slam dream. Webpage

When last did you hear Darren Maule address someone as "Mam"? :-) Danville Park Girls' High School Principal, Linda Scholtz, chats to East Coast Breakfast. Webpage

East Coast Breakfast's Season 2 of My School Rules had an amazing third day, this time at Danville Park Girls' High School in Durban North. A young woman stepped onto the stage to share a poem that addresses the fear amongst women in society as the GBV crisis worsens. Webpage

East Coast Breakfast joined Jacaranda FM's Good Morning Angels as they help flood victims in Limpopo and Mpumalanga by donating R30,000 towards the initiative. Take a listen to the moment here Webpage

Former Proteas captain and cricket legend Graeme “Biff” Smith joined East Coast Breakfast ahead of the SA20 play-offs for a candid and entertaining chat. From whether he's tougher as a dad or as a team captain, to revealing which cricket star's poster once hung on his childhood wall, The Champ drops some unexpected gems in this must-listen conversation. Webpage

On Tuesday morning Darren, Sky, and Carmen announced the return of My School Rules in 2026 to East Coast Breakfast! They'll be visiting secondary schools all across the province next week, looking for the most talented learners, and looking for the winner of R10 000 in cash in a special version of Darren Maule's Quick Quiz! To enter your school for My School Rules 2026, or to get more information, go to ecr.co.za right now! Entries close 23 January! Webpage

Darren, Sky and Carmen started the East Coast Breakfast week by checking in on all the parents! After the crazy back to school rush of getting stationery, uniforms and sports gear for their young ones, it seems the young ones forgot that they actually have to bring these items back home. Yep - the team asked KZN parents what their kids lost in week 1 of school, and boy were the answers hilarious and outright concerning. Webpage

Graeme Smith joined East Coast Breakfast to speak on all things Betway SA20 ahead of the epic weekend ahead! Webpage

East Coast Breakfast worked out the ultimate work leave hack to help you stretch your leave days out during the 2026 public holidays! You could turn 10 days off into over 20 days off without wasting your leave days! Here's how Webpage

Out of all the things the Gen Z's have cancelled, new year's resolutions are probably the best one! Instead, East Coast Breakfast wanted to know what you plan on doing more of in 2026 This is what Darren, Sky & Carmen are doing more of this year! Webpage

The Betway SA 20 returns from the 26th of December 2025 to the 25th of January 2026. The first match in Durban is on the 28th with Durban's Super Giants taking on MI Cape Town - Tickets are available on ticketpro - Durban Super Giants Coach, Lance Kleusner is joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen on East Coast Breakfast! Webpage

JP Pietersen joined East Coast Breakfast to talk strategy ahead of the epic clash against the Blue Bulls, what fans can expect and the real reason behind the limited GOLD jersey! Oh, and you won't believe the scariest thing he's ever done! Webpage

If you missed it this week on East Coast Breakfast, Celeste Ntuli, South Africa's undefeated, undisputed Queen of Zulu Comedy joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen ahead of her Celeste N Da Big Dudes Comedy Special. After a sold-out smash hit in Johannesburg, the show is coming to Durban for the very first time at the playTSOGO Globe on Thursday, 4 December. Tickets are available on TicketPro. Listen back now on ecr.co.za under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage

If you missed it this week on East Coast Breakfast, South Africa's most famous cartoonist Zapiro joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen ahead of the launch of his 30th annual collection What Else Could Go Wrong? He's unveiling it this Sunday, 30 November, at Gateway Mall, at the food court near the glass floor, starting at Noon featuring his most iconic cartoons from the year. Catch the full conversation now on ecr.co.za under the East Coast Breakfast page. Webpage

The G20 is taking place in Joburg this weekend, and East Coast Breakfast are putting together South Africa's PERFECT delegation! Who would you include? Carmen Reddy said General Mkhwanazi, Sky Tshabalala wants Rassie Erasmus, and Darren Maule wants to send someone who is actually already at the G20! You'll never guess who Webpage

The G20 Summit is taking place in Joburg this weekend – Filled with important people – But you are just as important! East Coast Breakfast wanted to know what you would say at the G20 Summit if you had just 10 seconds. Webpage

A tragic flash flood hid the town of Newcastle with the Factory Plaza being affected. East Coast Breakfast spoke to Dina Tseng, a Factory Plaza business owner, who shared the real stories behind those affected. Webpage

Christmas is around the corner and families everywhere have already started planning for the big day! Darren, Sky and Carmen had a bit of a debate on East Coast Breakfast on which traditional Christmas foods should go. Trifle? Jelly and Custard? The BRAAI?? Well, we asked KZN and the debate was polarising! Take a listen Webpage

The Comrades Marathon 2026 made history selling out in under 10 hours! East Coast Breakfast's Darren, Sky, and Carmen chat with Comrades Marathon General Manager Alain Delay to unpack how this record-breaking rush happened, what role social media played, and what's next for those who missed out. Webpage

The CSA T20 Challenge is back this weekend and the Hollywoodbets Dolphins are taking on the Moothee Ram Tuskers this Saturday! If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, CEO of Dolphins Cricket, Heinrich Strydom, and newly signed Dolphins player, Anrich Nortje, joined the team ahead of the big clash. Webpage

The incredible Ndlovu Youth Choir joined Darren, Sky and Carmen on East Coast Breakfast ahead of their big show at the Durban Playhouse! Darren also aked them for a HUGE favour Webpage

A search and rescue operation unfolded dramatically in the skies over KwaZulu-Natal on Wednesday (15 October) after two light aircraft sent out MAYDAY calls, sparking an urgent response from emergency services. The Aeronautical Rescue Coordination Centre (ARCC) confirmed after the distress signal came through to air traffic control. East Coast Breakfast unpacked this Webpage