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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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5,887 Episodes
3600 – 3620

Thomas Van Tonder explains the stragetising and commitment behind rope climbing

Lots of strategising, training and commitment formed part of helping the obstacle course racing athlete, Thomas van Tonder, achieve his goal of summiting the 90m rope at Joburg’s most iconic landmarks, the Soweto Towers. "The preparation for this thing has been extremely unique. It is a very odd thing. Training…
30 Nov 2020 12AM 3 min

"It was such a vibe!!!" -Keri can't get over the ECR Summer Bootcamp

Following a successful event on Saturday, 28 November, at Chris Saunders Park - which saw 150 ECR listeners join, Stacey, J SBu, Darren, Keri and amazing trainers have fun and get fit - Keri reflected on the show on Monday morning. It is safe to say that she and Darren…
29 Nov 2020 11PM 2 min

Are men opening up about gender-based violence? - KZN Health

Yesterday saw the start of 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children and the president delivered a speech last night where he made a statement that "Violence against women isn't a women's problem but a men's problem. Darren, Keri and Sky spoke to Dr Sandile Tshabalala…
26 Nov 2020 12AM 4 min

So how did Lucky Du Plessis end up at ECR after a dissapointing radio career

Some may have been introduced to Lucky Du Plessis through a television cooking show called Come Dine With Me, but many call him the radio guy. From working at various radio stations to working at 947 and being disappointed at the station after himself and his co-host, Greg, were pushed…
26 Nov 2020 12AM 4 min

Getting to know the voice you wake up to at the weekend on ECR

The amazing story of Lucky Du Plessis is a must-listen affair. While most people know exactly which hospital they were born in or when their birthday is, the same cannot be said for Lucky as all he knows is that he was born in Kimberly and was either born in…
25 Nov 2020 11PM 26 min

Lucky du Plessis opens up about his harsh upbringing and adoption story

It is still adoption month and the story of ECR's very own weekend breakfast host, Lucky du Plessis, is one that will pull at your heartstrings. Lucky tells Keri about his early childhood which saw him in an abusive home after his biological father's girlfriend kidnapped him, separating him from…
25 Nov 2020 11PM 4 min

Keri's not your usual 'girl's girl'

Yesterday, Keri went to the salon to get her hair done and after seeing her videos on social media, Darren and Sky expected to see her with her hair down for a change. Sky was a bit disappointed and wanted to know what the deal is.
25 Nov 2020 11PM 2 min

Coronavirus Update: SA's R500 million bid towards vaccine development

Finance Minister Tito Mboweni has confirmed the government's plans to pay R500 million to take part in the development of a Covid-19 vaccine. Meanwhile, England is drastically reducing its quarantine period for people arriving from most destinations in a move that will potentially throw open the doors for British people…
25 Nov 2020 2AM 2 min

Why is it important for people to not refuse the vaccine?

This month of November, many different COVID-19 vaccines have been announced by a number of companies and scientists. From the Pfizer vaccine to the Moderna vaccine and over 200 others - some with messenger RNA and others without. However, in the midst of all that, there are still many conspiracy…
25 Nov 2020 2AM 11 min

The weather is just right for Darren's Charlie Chaplentil recipe

Hopefully, you are also doing well with Darren’s Summer Detox Challenge during our meat-free week. Yesterday the Curry Miller recipe was a massive success. Today's recipe is the Charlie Chaplentil - basically, a Spaghetti Bolognese with lentils instead of meat. Darren did it yesterday and it’s the easiest thing! Listen…
25 Nov 2020 12AM 4 min

Darren nails the Curry Miller recipe!

We have reached Day 9 of Darren’s Summer Detox and if you were one of the unlucky ones who did not get tickets for this year’s Summer Body Bootcamp with Clicks on Saturday, you might as well get on board with this Summer Detox Challenge. This week we are going…
24 Nov 2020 2AM 3 min

Life will be made easier when you use this Fibonacci sequence like this

On Get Fact'd, Darren brings you some interesting facts that you won't find on Buzzfeed. If you're familiar with the Fibonacci sequence, then you can actually use it to convert (roughly) from miles to km. It's quite easy. Listen to the podcast and learn how to use it exactly.
24 Nov 2020 12AM 2 min

KZN Health's role in the 16 Days of Activism campaign

Dr. Sandile Tshabalala HOD for the KZN Department of Health joined the team to discuss the launch of 16 Days of Activism tomorrow and how KZN will play its part in the campaign. He also spoke about the Thuthuzela Centre and how it works.
24 Nov 2020 12AM 4 min

Darren's search for a stepdad continues - the requirements have changed

Yesterday, Darren and Keri had a chat about his desire to have a stepdad. Darren's mum is single and might be dating soon if things go according to the two hosts' plan. Although Darren would like a stepdad who owns a yacht, his mom has given him her own requirements…
23 Nov 2020 11PM 3 min

Coronavirus update: Reinfection highly unlikely to happen - study

Santam said it will appeal against a court ruling that found the country's largest non-life insurer liable to pay a client's claim related to the coronavirus lockdown on Friday. And in good news, a new Oxford study, people who have contracted the coronavirus are “highly unlikely” to contract the disease…
23 Nov 2020 2AM 2 min

Be cool for the summer with the 'Denny Lovato' mushroom stroganoff

It's day eight of Darren’s Summer Detox and we hope you have enjoyed all of the smoothies last week. From the E-Mint-Em to The Berry Springer Show. This week, Daren is doing a meat-free week, which he is a bit skeptical about. So Keri Miller stepped in and has been…
23 Nov 2020 2AM 2 min

Darren wants a stepdad

It's a new week and the team is riding as a duo, not a trio because Sky has taken a day off. This morning, Darren shared something interesting about his life - His mother, who is currently visiting, is still single. Now though, Darren wants a stepdad and he asked…
22 Nov 2020 11PM 3 min

Adoption process - where, how and how much?

Whether you are unable to conceive or have always wanted to give a child a loving and warm home, the process of adoption can seem overwhelming when you don’t have all the facts. This week on Keri's Couch, Keri takes a closer look at adoption. Having spoken to Jo from…
20 Nov 2020 2AM 22 min
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