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East Coast Breakfast

The East Coast Radio Breakfast Show is a fun, and hyperlocal radio show that will captivate and entertain you. Hosted by the dynamic trio of Darren Maule, Sky Tshabalala and Carmen Reddy, the show offers a delightful blend of humour, wit, and insightful commentary on current affairs, life in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), and glimpses into their personal lives.

Tune in to the show for an energizing start to your day, accompanied by a fantastic selection of music that will keep you hooked. Stay informed with the latest news updates, traffic reports, and sports highlights to ensure you're always up to date.
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5,836 Episodes
3580 – 3600

Can we trust COVID-19 vaccines and what about those who refuse to vaccinate?

Last week on the show we had South African's leading epidemiologist Prof Salim Adfool Karim, who talked about the Pfizer vaccine; labeling it 'a game-changer.' This week, reports about a new vaccine by Moderna which has been found to be more effective than the Pfizer vaccine and does not need…
17 Nov 2020 11PM 10 min

'The time for taking notes is over' - Jasmine Opperman on terrorism in Africa

In part 3 of the interview, Jasmine Opperman - an analyst at Armed Conflict Localization and Event Data Project (ACLED) - stresses the urgency for intervention which requires more than awaiting. She talks about our government and the role that we can play in assisting Mozambique in this crisis.
17 Nov 2020 10PM 2 min

Jasmine Opperman addresses terrorism in America

The United States of America is not calling out terrorism, they are not giving it a name. According to Opperman, domestic terrorism has been a huge problem in America, e.g the Oklahoma bombing. She addresses how terrorist groups have been given freedom by getting away with hate speech under the…
17 Nov 2020 9PM 3 min

Your body will feel 'Younger Now' with the Miley Citrus smoothie

Losing weight is not easy, which is why it is advisable not to give up once you've taken the first step to a healthy lifestyle. With Darren's Summer Detox, you have a little help along the way to make your journey easier. Today, Darren shares the Miley Citrus smoothie. Listen…
17 Nov 2020 9PM 4 min

Coronavirus Update: Trump's refusal to concede defeat is holding back Biden's team

US President-elect Joe Biden said on Monday that President Donald Trump's refusal to concede defeat and coordinate in the transition process could lead to more COVID-19 deaths. Meanwhile in SA, the rapid increase of Covid-19 cases in the Garden Route, has resulted in the Western Cape Government issuing an urgent…
17 Nov 2020 9PM 2 min

Darren puts the hip in your hop with the Wiz-Kale-Lifa smoothie

Darren Maule’s Summer Detox officially kicked off on Monday when we started you off with a cool summer smoothie and it is a great way to get your Summer Body back on your own accord. So, from the E-Mint-Em smoothie to the Wiz-Kale-Lifa smoothie - this one is super creamy,…
16 Nov 2020 11PM 4 min

Managing your diabetes during this time of COVID-19 - KZN Health

According to the World Health Organization, diabetes is one of the four major types of non-communicable diseases, and according to the International Diabetes Federation, by the year 2035, almost 600 million people will be living with diabetes. What can we do or eat to decrease our chances of getting diabetes?…
16 Nov 2020 10PM 4 min

Keri and Sky have "Darren envy" this Monday

Darren's driving slower for a very good reason these days. "2020's been good for you," quips Keri Miller. Keri and Sky sound a tiny bit jealous of Darren actually. Seriously, the team is feeling grateful. Even Sky. Listen to how it all played out earlier here…
16 Nov 2020 6AM 2 min

Coronavirus Update: Arrests for selling falsified digital certificates

As the coronavirus pandemic continues around the world, some people are turning to an emerging black market for fake negative test results. In other news, one of France's best-known authors, Alexandre Jardin, vowed yesterday that writers would bail out rebel bookshop owners fined for opening in defiance of a nationwide…
15 Nov 2020 11PM 4 min

A 215km world record attempt dedicated to a late friend

The Guinness World Record for the longest ocean paddle in 24 hours has stood at 214km since 2015 when New Zealander Tim Taylor achieved this feat. However, our very own Durban paddler, Quinton Rutherford, is ready to smash this record this month. From Cape Vidal to Durban Harbour, that's the…
15 Nov 2020 10PM 16 min

Darren's smooth and healthy 14-day detox challenge is on!

Darren Maule's weight loss journey has been amazing to watch. Many people have been asking how he has been able to achieve this, that is why he has decided to share easy-to-implement hacks that will enable you to make small changes to your lifestyle.
15 Nov 2020 9PM 5 min

Huh? Too much money is not good for some people #GetFact'd

On Get Fact'd, Darren brings you some interesting facts that you won't find on Buzzfeed. There is one word or interjection that is universal and pretty much the same in every language. Can you guess what it is? And an even funny fact is that some people reach a plateau…
15 Nov 2020 9PM 4 min

'Smooth' Darren on being a new man, on his 'Anna banana'

Keri Miller reminded Darren Maule this morning that he is literally a changed man this year. The team talk about the changes to Darren's body, and while Darren admits that no everyone has an 'Anna banana' - everyone can do what he's done. Listen to our very 'smooth' Darren here.
12 Nov 2020 11PM 5 min

Jeremy Loops on finding himself; his new single & getting COVID-19

With a busy 2020 that saw him release mega - hit Mortal Man and launch his own food security organisation that raised north of R1 million, singer, songwriter and producer Jeremy Loops shares his new single ‘Til Found You’, out on 13 November on UMG South Africa. Jeremy says,'Til I…
12 Nov 2020 9PM 18 min

New Linear Accelerator Machine to advance fight against cancer - KZN Health

On Tuesday, the Department of Health in KZN commissioned a brand new Linear Accelerator Machine for treating cancer at Grey’s hospital. Darren, Keri and Sky speak to HoD Dr. Sandile Tshabalala more about how many people the machine is likely to service on a single day, which patients get to…
11 Nov 2020 9PM 5 min

"I consider Chasing The Sun a love story " - director, Greg Lomas #KerisCouch

In 2019, the Springboks ascended to world glory when they won the Rugby World Cup, and what followed is a riveting tale that chronicles their road to redemption in the form of a five-part documentary 'Chasing The Sun'. After watching the documentary - which is described as 'A human story…
11 Nov 2020 8PM 23 min

Salim Abdool Karim weighs in on Pfizer vaccine results & SA transmission rate

Following Monday's announcement by drug maker Pfizer that early analysis of its COVID-19 vaccine trial show 90% effectiveness in preventing the virus. South Africa's leading epidemiologist Professor Salim Abdool Karim and virologist Prof Tulio de Oliveira joined Darren, Keri and Sky to unpack this. According to Prof Karim, with over…
10 Nov 2020 11PM 13 min
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