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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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Build a home with us this Mandela Day

Darren, Sky, and Carmen shared the powerful story of Ms. Thembele Shangase from Inchanga, whose home was destroyed in the 2022 floods. Years later, she’s still living in unsafe conditions — and we’ve decided: this Mandela Day, we’re rebuilding her home. But we can’t do it alone! Our team is…
23 Jun 12AM 5 min

Bet you can't guess which songs are AI...

Carmen Reddy put Darren and Sky to the test after a viral AI video of a lion in a grocery store fooled thousands online. This time, the challenge was all about music: Can you tell the difference between an AI-generated song and a real one? Carmen played three tracks, and…
19 Jun 12AM 9 min

Carmen searching for KZN's Sardines with a chopper

Carmen took to the skies yesterday for an epic helicopter adventure, chasing sardines, spotting whales, and soaking up the breathtaking beauty of Durban’s coastline! Here’s what went down… or should we say, what went up
16 Jun 11PM 6 min

KZN's best dad jokes

Its Father's day this weekend, and we're switching things up by gifting dads a full tank of petrol and 2 bunnychows - but we wanted to hear the best dad jokes! This is what KZN came up with…
12 Jun 12AM 5 min

Untangling the shark nets with KZN Sharks Board's Wayne Harrison

Darren, Sky, and Carmen dove deep into shark nets, the sardine run, and the ocean’s big predators with Wayne Harrison from the KZN Sharks Board. Ever wondered what these nets actually look like or how they’re placed along the coast? Wayne painted a vivid picture and busted some common myths…
11 Jun 12AM 4 min

Shaina Rae's unbelievable Comrades journey

We dive into the incredible debut Comrades Marathon story of Shaina Rae Bauwens, who shattered her own expectations with a finish time of 10 hours and 47 minutes. From battling nerve pain just 18km in, to emotional support from the sidelines (and a tearful call from her mom), Shaina takes…
10 Jun 12AM 8 min

Comrades winner Tete Dijane came prepared & ready for war

With a commanding 05:25:28 finish, Tete Dijane claimed victory in the men’s category of the 2025 Comrades Marathon. He chats to Darren, Sky, and Carmen about the moment he knew he had it in the bag, the mindset of a champion, and what fuels his passion for running South Africa’s…
9 Jun 12AM 2 min

Gerda Steyn's fourth Comrades win!

Fresh off her record-smashing win at the 2025 Comrades Marathon, Gerda Steyn joins Darren, Sky, and Carmen to relive her incredible 5:51:19 finish. She opens up about the mental grit, training discipline, and raw emotion behind winning the ultimate human race. A must-listen for runners, fans, and anyone chasing greatness.
9 Jun 12AM 4 min

Mandisa watched the Comrades every year until NOW...

KZN is getting ready to host the world for the 98th Comrades Marathon this weekend! A local man doing his 37th Marathon - Basil Kok from Wentworth says it’s the supporters along the route who give runners the power to cross that finish line. If you missed it on Thursday…
5 Jun 12AM 12 min

COVID’s not back, but the flu is! - Professor Tulio De Oliviera

Is there a new COVID-19 variant we should be worried about? We chat with world-renowned virologist Professor Tulio de Oliviera. He breaks down the facts about the NB 1 8 1 variant, shares why flu (not COVID-19) is currently more widespread in South Africa, and unpacks how effective the flu…
4 Jun 5AM 4 min

"No, there's nothing wrong with me" - Man running 37th Comrades Marathon

If you missed it on Wednesday morning on East Coast Breakfast with Darren, Sky, and Carmen, one man getting ready to run the Comrades Marathon on Sunday is Basil Kok from Wentworth – and it’ll be his 37th time! His daughter Sasha-Lee asked Darren, Sky, and Carmen to find out:…
4 Jun 3AM 5 min

Pule Sibeko is chasing glory in his first Comrades Marathon

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
3 Jun 12AM 2 min

Caitlin Hood's race to success and the Comrades

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…
2 Jun 11PM 8 min

Gerda Steyn: The Queen of Comrades shares her secret weapon

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…
2 Jun 3AM 6 min

Lucky Gordy laces up for his first Comrades Marathon

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…
1 Jun 11PM 5 min
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