Breakfast with Martin Bester
2,576 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★ - 3 ratingsBreakfast with Martin Bester
Martin Bester has been driving Mzansi to work and keeping us company, or in stitches, or tears, every Monday to Friday from 06:00-09:00. The Breakfast family, or rather your morning family, takes an authentic approach to storytelling. Martin Bester's in-depth radio knowledge ensures that Breakfast with Martin Bester remains an annually award-winning show; but more importantly, he knows what his audience wants to hear. Martin responds with beautifully crafted storytelling that genuinely builds anticipation and a community around that "What's next?!" moment.
The team keeps his listeners grinning from ear to ear as they try to figure out what the 'Secret Sound' was this week, or which music powerhouse will play live during 'Friday Live.' Tune in on Tuesdays and find out 'How Hard Can it Be?' as the team giggles their way through trying their hand at something new. Imagine Martin Bester playing the didgeridoo or tattooing someone live on air…for the first time! Too funny!
Show Features:
• Good Morning Angels
• Secret Sound
• Friday's My Day
• Morning Family Quiz
• Throwback Thursday
• How Hard Can It Be
• Friday Live
• Confession Session
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Episodes
Caster Semenya: "I always knew I was a different type of girl"
November 13, 2023 06:34 - 31 minutes - 14.7 MBSouth African Olympic and World Champion Caster Semenya spoke to Breakfast with Martin Bester about her new memoir, 'The Race To Be Myself'.
Martin Bester has a brand-new Secret Sound
November 13, 2023 04:06 - 1 minute - 541 KBBreakfast with Martin Bester has R50,000 to give away on the new Secret Sound.
Martin Bester has a brand-new Secret Sound
November 13, 2023 04:06 - 1 minute - 541 KBBreakfast with Martin Bester has R50,000 to give away on the new Secret Sound.
'Primal Survivor' Hazen Audel: This is how to escape a lion attack
November 09, 2023 06:41 - 30 minutes - 14.1 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to adventurer, artisan and biologist Hazen Audel about survival and his upcoming National Geographic series 'Primal Survivor: Extreme African Safari'.
Helping SA radio veteran Bongani Nxumalo to work again
November 08, 2023 06:49 - 30 minutes - 14.3 MBThe Angels came together to help a talented entertainer and radio presenter, Bongani Nxumalo, to help himself and regain his ability to work.
Viral 'Elizabedi' kid gives Martin Bester a new name
November 08, 2023 04:59 - 10 minutes - 4.88 MBYound Siya Dlamnini went viral during the Rugby World Cup, showing the young fan celebrating Springbok Eben Etzebeth's try during a game and 'renaming' the player 'Elizabedi'.
"'Boetie Boer' is being considered for parole": Prof Gérard Labuschagne answers questions
November 07, 2023 07:18 - 13 minutes - 6.48 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Forensic Psychologist Prof Gérard Labuschagne to take a peek into the mind of the notorious serial killer Stewart Wilken, aka 'Boetie Boer'.
Taking a peek into the mind of Stewart 'Boetie Boer' Wilken
November 07, 2023 06:52 - 16 minutes - 7.63 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Forensic Psychologist Prof Gérard Labuschagne to take a peek into the mind of the notorious serial killer Stewart Wilken, aka 'Boetie Boer'.
Rapper Ricky Rick's mom shares importance of mental health in support of #SafeSpace
November 06, 2023 10:44 - 23 minutes - 11.1 MBMost men don't like to talk about their problems, especially to their families, friends or colleagues. For most men, the demonstration of emotion, seeking psychological or psychiatric help is considered ‘'unmanly'. Safe Space and Jacaranda FM aim to break the stigma attached to asking for help or support by empowering men with the tools offered in the Panda app.
Karlien van Jaarsveld waarsku oor Facebook-kuberkrakers
November 06, 2023 04:52 - 9 minutes - 4.23 MBSuid-Afrikaanse sanger Karlien van Jaarsveld het onlangs met Breakfast with Martin Bester gesels oor haar Facebook-blad wat deur kuberkrakers oorgeneem is.
This is how people are hacking your Facebook profile
November 01, 2023 07:38 - 8 minutes - 3.82 MBThere has been a recent surge in fake profiles and profile hacking on social media, including many South African celebrities, such as Karlien van Jaarsveld, Angelique Gerber and Jacaranda FM’s own Martin Bester.
R100,000 to assist the severely disabled people at Woodside Sanctuary
November 01, 2023 06:55 - 17 minutes - 8 MBAfter 68 years of service to severely disabled people, Woodside Sanctuary is in desperate financial need.
#MorningFamilyQuiz 1 November 2023
November 01, 2023 05:40 - 2 minutes - 1.19 MBDid you miss the Breakfast with Martin Bester Morning Family Quiz? Listen here to hear the latest quiz.
#MorningFamilyQuiz 31 October 23
November 01, 2023 05:35 - 3 minutes - 1.61 MBDid you miss the Breakfast with Martin Bester Morning Family Quiz? Listen here to hear the latest quiz.
WIN: Stand the chance to win a wedding in Antarctica
November 01, 2023 05:33 - 5 minutes - 2.53 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester and Good Things Guy's Brent Lindeque are offering one adventurous couple the experience of a lifetime.
Martin Bester reveals the latest #SecretSound
October 30, 2023 07:12 - 4 minutes - 1.9 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester gave away R50,000 on the latest #SecretSound
'Friends' actor Matthew Perry dies aged 54
October 30, 2023 07:01 - 1 minute - 920 KBMatthew Perry, troubled star of the smash hit TV sitcom "Friends," was found dead at his home in Los Angeles on Saturday, US media reported.
Former Springboks coach Pieter de Villiers gives his opinion on the #RWC23 final!
October 30, 2023 06:42 - 6 minutes - 2.86 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to former Springboks coach Pieter de Villiers after the Springboks' victory at the Rugby World Cup final.
Former Springbok Schalk Brits shared his #RWCFinal experience in France
October 30, 2023 06:32 - 7 minutes - 3.69 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to former Springbok Schalk Brits after the national team's victory at the Rugby World Cup final.
#MorningFamilyQuiz 30 October 2023
October 30, 2023 06:27 - 2 minutes - 1.1 MBDid you miss the Breakfast with Martin Bester Morning Family Quiz? Listen here to hear the latest quiz.
It's the final of all finals!
October 26, 2023 19:37 - 2 minutes - 1.33 MBIt's the final of all finals! The boys line up for one last time to give us their take on the Betway Banter after a very unusual week!
Local New Zealander gives his Rugby World Cup prediction
October 26, 2023 06:10 - 8 minutes - 3.8 MBMartin Bester spoke to Robbie, a South African living in New Zealand about the upcoming Rugby World Cup Prediction.
Former Springbok Nick Mallet gives Rugby World Cup final prediction
October 26, 2023 06:07 - 7 minutes - 3.53 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to former Springbok player Nick Mallet about the outcome of the Rugby World Cup final between South Africa and England.
If Springbok names were used in popular songs
October 26, 2023 05:31 - 11 minutes - 5.24 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester asked our listeners to replace words in popular songs with the names of Springbok players. Here are our top picks.
'Save Her Through Art' - breast cancer survivor pays it forward
October 25, 2023 06:53 - 11 minutes - 5.54 MBGood Morning Angels supported breast cancer survivor Nonhlanhla Sephula and her 16-year-old son in their pursuit to fund 26 mammograms for women in need.
Former Springbok Breyton Paulse gives his prediction for World Cup final!
October 23, 2023 11:50 - 6 minutes - 3.07 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Breyton Paulse to hear what his prediction for the Rugby World Cup Final will be.
Bok brilliance, French despair and, of course, a massive semi.
October 20, 2023 09:06 - 2 minutes - 1.39 MBBok brilliance, French despair and, of course, a massive semi. It's all here on this week's Betway Banter!
Anthems, broken jaws and massive quarter finals.
October 12, 2023 17:46 - 2 minutes - 1.38 MBAnthems, broken jaws and massive quarter finals. It's all here on this week's Betway Banter!
Facial profiler analyses Martin Bester's face
October 12, 2023 07:21 - 11 minutes - 5.31 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to certified profiler, and forensic psychophysiologist about what people’s face says about them and their needs.
What your face says about your personality according to a facial profiler
October 12, 2023 07:20 - 10 minutes - 4.74 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to certified profiler and forensic psychophysiologist about what people’s faces says about them and their needs.
R100,000 for animal feed and supplements after Bela-Bela fires
October 11, 2023 06:33 - 11 minutes - 5.42 MBThe LottoStar Summer of Millions competition gave listeners the opportunity to win big for themselves and Good Morning Angels. The result was a fabulous R891,000 of LottoStar winnings for Good Morning Angels.
"Pimp my wheels": A new wheelchair for Life
October 11, 2023 06:30 - 6 minutes - 2.93 MBThe LottoStar Summer of Millions competition gave listeners the opportunity to win big for themselves and Good Morning Angels. The result was a fabulous R891,000 of LottoStar winnings for Good Morning Angels.
Danny Painter opens up about husband's sudden death
October 09, 2023 09:10 - 8 minutes - 3.99 MBDanny Painter opened up about her husband Phil Painter's sudden death and revealed the cause of his death.
Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink answers your questions
October 09, 2023 07:05 - 28 minutes - 13.2 MBTshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink spoke to Breakfast with Martin Bester about the current problems in Tshwane and his uncertain future as mayor.
Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink "will act with vicious resolve"
October 09, 2023 06:56 - 8 minutes - 3.93 MBTshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink spoke to Breakfast with Martin Bester about the current problems in Tshwane and his uncertain future as mayor.
Breakfast with Martin Bester and Matthew Mole reveal thier Uber ratings!
October 06, 2023 08:59 - 11 minutes - 5.36 MBOne of South Africa’s favourite artists, Matthew Mole, popped in to visit Breakfast with Martin Bester on Friday Live and performed an iconic ABBA song.
Etiquette Expert: This is how you eat spaghetti
October 05, 2023 14:01 - 39 minutes - 18.6 MBEtiquette Expert Riandi Conradie joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to teach them proper etiquette when it comes to food and eating.
The Boks may not be playing but the stakes have never been higher...
October 05, 2023 13:22 - 3 minutes - 1.56 MBThe Boks may not be playing but the stakes have never been higher as Ireland take on Scotland! All this (and more!) on this week's Betway Banter.
#MorningFamilyQuiz 4 October 2023
October 04, 2023 07:42 - 3 minutes - 1.48 MBDid you miss the Breakfast with Martin Bester Morning Family Quiz? Listen below to hear the latest quiz.
Breakfast with Martin Bester has a new #SecretSound
October 04, 2023 07:10 - 1 minute - 503 KBBreakfast with Martin Bester has a brand new Secret Sound - and we're giving away R50,000 for a correct guess.
#MorningFamilyQuiz 3 October 2023
October 03, 2023 09:59 - 2 minutes - 1.05 MBDid you miss the Breakfast with Martin Bester Morning Family Quiz? Listen below to hear the latest quiz.
#MorningFamilyQuiz 2 October 2023
October 02, 2023 06:26 - 2 minutes - 1.04 MBDid you miss the Breakfast with Martin Bester Morning Family Quiz? Listen below to hear the latest quiz.
Two crocodiles go missing in Krugersdorp area, recovered
October 02, 2023 05:09 - 4 minutes - 2.07 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Dave Human from Krugersdorp, the owner of the crocs, after they were recovered.
It's Handre to the rescue and has a dragon got Eddie's tongue?
September 28, 2023 10:19 - 3 minutes - 1.52 MBIt's Handre to the rescue and has a dragon got Eddie's tongue? Find out on episode 4 of Betway Banter this week!
The ultimate list of slang words and what they mean
September 27, 2023 07:08 - 8 minutes - 3.86 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester asked children to explain the meaning of the new slang word used by today’s youth.
A tribute to Phil Painter: Supporting the Brakpan SPCA
September 27, 2023 06:21 - 15 minutes - 7.26 MBAs a tribute to Phil Painter, the beloved late husband of Jacaranda FM presenter Danny Painter, Good Morning Angels will support the cause that was so dear to his heart.
Blades, Nick, Naas and Joel all weigh in on the Romania victory and the epic Ireland clash
September 21, 2023 10:56 - 2 minutes - 1.32 MBBlades, Nick, Naas and Joel all weigh in on the Romania victory and turn their attention to the epic Ireland clash this weekend, with a surprise guest joining on the episode for the first time. All on Betway Banter this week.
'Sex and the City' creator Candace Bushnell gives relationship advice
September 21, 2023 06:42 - 32 minutes - 15.3 MBInternational best-selling author and creator of 'Sex and the City' Candace Bushnell swung by the Jacaranda FM studio to talk to Breakfast with Martin Bester about life, success and her current one-woman show.
Mariekie Meyer "a true angel on Earth" is in need of urgent treatment
September 20, 2023 09:09 - 5 minutes - 2.42 MBGood Morning Angels assisted neo-natal nurse Mariekie Meyer, who is in need of urgent treatment after she was diagnosed with CVID (Common Variable Immunodeficiency).
Pretoria woman who chased hijackers receives Jacaranda FM love
September 20, 2023 06:23 - 9 minutes - 4.66 MBBreakfast with Martin Bester spoke to 44-year-old attorney Mpho Nefuri after her heroic act of chasing after hijackers went viral.