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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Can we be optimistic about the future of SA - Bruce Whitfield has the answer

Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2024 Medium-Term Budget speech seemed to be all doom and gloom on Wednesday. Darren, Sky, and Carmen spoke to business speaker and journalist Bruce Whitfield to break it down for you in the best way possible. Have a listen on ecr.co.za; select East Coast Breakfast.
31 Oct 2AM 6 min

Tongaat Tornado victim - 4 months later and a massive surprise

Earlier this year, Mr. Viven Gounden was featured on East Coast Breakfast after his home was completely destroyed by the Tongaat tornado, during which he tragically lost his wife. On Wednesday morning, Darren, Sky, and Carmen invited Mr. Gounden back to the studio on what would have been his wedding…
30 Oct 2AM 12 min

ECR's office Monkey wreak havoc in Carmen's Diwali sweetmeats kitchen

Today it’s all about Diwali on East Coast Breakfast! We've asked some prominent people in KZN to tell us what you'll find in their Sweet Meat Boxes, and while Carmen Reddy was looking the other way ... something happened. Unfortunately Carmen Reddy's Diwali kitchen was completely ruined by the monkey…
28 Oct 2AM 14 min

Who is ready for The Goo Goo Dolls at Durban ICC on 5 December? 🎸

The Goo Goo Dolls are coming to South Africa on their Best Of Tour! 🎸 They will perform at Durban ICC on the 5th of December. Tickets are available at WebTickets. AND lead singer John Rzeznik* and bassist Robby Takac joined East Coast Breakfast on Friday morning - Have a…
25 Oct 1AM 4 min

Danny, did you lose your monkey?

This morning Carmen Reddy was spooked by a troop of monkeys who decided to make East Coast Radio house their new home. Darren, Sky, and Carmen called Danny Guselli, he has been featuring all sorts of different animals between 12 and 3, because he is still looking for an office…
25 Oct 12AM 5 min

Diwali: Carmen Reddy has a Sweet Meats dilemma

If you don’t know, Diwali is a Hindu festival with lights, held in the period October to November. It is particularly associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, and marks the beginning of the financial year in India. With that comes a whole bunch of nice things, like sweet meats!…
24 Oct 2AM 3 min

What!? Sky Tshabalala now has a TV show?

This morning we found out that Sky Tshabalala has a show launching on Supersport! He will be featured alongside Mpho Maboi, BBK and Brighton Mhlongo every Thursday at 6:30pm for the Betway Premiership Preview Show! Catch all the expert insights, predictions, and match tips, with a dash of banter as…
24 Oct 2AM 4 min

Meeting eThekwini's #1 citizen: Mayor Cyril Xaba

Did you miss East Coast Breakfast on Wednesday morning? eThekwini Municipality Mayor, Cyril Xaba, joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen, and the team got to know the man behind the title! Did you know that the mayor is a Pirates supporter? AND that he prefers to spend his free-time with his…
23 Oct 2AM 14 min

How well does Stacey Norman know her road signs?

Yesterday on Stacey & J Sbu, Stacey Norman announced that she has passed her learner’s test and is ready to get her driving licence sorted! 🎉 But, Darren, Sky, and Carmen wanted to make absolutely sure she knows her road signs 🚦So, they’ve put her to the test! 🚗💨 Have…
22 Oct 2AM 12 min

3 AMAZING tips to help you in exams - Educational Specialist Paul Tosio

On Monday morning East Coast Breakfast featured Paul Tosio, a dual British-South African educational specialist and psychologist qualified at the University of Oxford. Paul shared some top tips for what you can do in exams to boost your chances of success. If you missed it, no worries — the podcast…
21 Oct 1AM 9 min

Hollywoodbets Sharks player Ethan Hooker makes his RADIO DEBUT

Novashni Chetty General Manager: Operations and Administration at the Hollywoodbets Sharks, and Center Ethan Hooker is joining us today. Novashni shared some more information on the Hollywoodbets Sharks Stewards programme. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming one of the Hollywoodbets Sharks Stewards, WhatsApp the word “Sharks”…
17 Oct 2AM 10 min

Patrick Lambie on the Lambie Line and Pat's Stack

Patrick Lambie joined East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning and it so happened to be his birthday! Pat had great fun playing Pat's Stack, and gave some advice on the Lambie Line - advice on anything except Rugby! Have a listen here …
17 Oct 2AM 14 min

NEW PODCAST ALERT! The Green Scene is Here

Introducing The Green Scene, A podcast in partnership with Durban-based NPO, Green Corridors, where we explore Durban’s rich biodiversity and the importance of preserving it for future generations. Darren, Sky, and Carmen spoke to one of the hosts Duncan Pritchard to find out more about this brand new podcasts which…
15 Oct 2AM 4 min

A new way to WIN a Hollywoodbets Sharks Jersey

Has your Sharks jersey been on a journey? Has your jersey seen some action? 🦈 East Coast Breakfast wants to replace your jersey with a brand new Hollywoodbets Sharks jersey just in time for this weekend's game! 🏉 Post a pic of you and a Hollywoodbets Sharks player on East…
15 Oct 2AM 3 min

Tik Tok's Caleb Don't Pillai making his East Coast Radio debut

Recently Caleb Don't Pillai from Tik Tok posted his rendition of what he hears on East Coast Radio to his 70K followers, and it was on point! Darren, Sky, and Carmen invited him to join East Coast Breakfast on Monday morning to give the real thing a bash! Have a…
14 Oct 2AM 7 min

KZN needs some new Hollywoodbets Sharks Jerseys! ENTER NOW

Has your Sharks jersey been on a Journey? Has your jersey seen some action? East Coast Breakfast wants to replace your jersey with a brand new Hollywoodbets Sharks jersey! Send some pics of your old Sharks Jerseys on 061 792 9495, and they could be kitting you out with the…
14 Oct 2AM 7 min

We just love Richards Bay's Frake (Fake Drake)

This week Darren, Sky, and Carmen were in Richards, where they came across a local cellphone salesman. The unknown man has since gone viral on Tik Tok for singing his own version of Drake's hotline Bling
11 Oct 2AM 1 min

Apollo – The real dog that saved Carmen from make-believe danger

Darren, Sky, and Carmen were at the Beverly Hills Hotel in Umhlanga today, outside next to the Whale Bone Pier with Excellerate Tactical Response. Excellerate Tactical Response boasts with a K9 unit which is trained to sniff out all types of danger. Apollo is a Belgian Malinois who has been…
10 Oct 7AM 1 min

Every Caller Wins - The official sick note

On the 9th of October, we are celebrating East Coast Radio's 28th Birthday with Every Caller Wins! You have to call 089 00 00 327… If you make it live on air, you’ll win your share of a shopping spree worth R430 000 courtesy of Takealot.com! But what if you…
8 Oct 1AM 2 min
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