Breakfast with Martin Bester
News & Politics Podcasts
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
Location:
South Africa
Description:
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
Twitter:
@MartinBester
Language:
English
Contact:
27315709443
Email:
diane@ecr.co.za
Episodes
Raising funds to assist diabetics in rural Mpumalanga
8/27/2025
35-year-old diabetic, Eksoda Mazibuko, received some help from Jacaranda FM's Good Morning Angels during his pursuit to buy and supply glucometers and strips for diabetic community members in need. The Good Morning Angels Fund will support Eksoda's fundraising effort with R50,000 to buy and supply glucometers and strips for diabetic community members in need.
Duration:00:09:50
The Secret Sound revealed!
8/27/2025
Martin Bester awarded one lucky listener R50,000 after they successfully guessed the latest Secret Sound.
Duration:00:04:10
Patrick Lambie shares more about life after rugby career
8/26/2025
Former South African rugby player Patrick Lambie will be one of our esteemed speakers at this year's MANCOSA Jacaranda FM Business Breakfast. He will discuss his rugby career and the importance of flexibility in his transition into the corporate space. Breakfast with Martin Bester also caught up with Lambie ahead of the event to find out more about life after his rugby career.
Duration:00:09:25
Appel deel meer oor hartroerende nuwe enkelsnit, 'Sterre'
8/22/2025
Die super talentvolle Appel het by Breakfast with Martin Bester gekuier en gesels oor die liefdesverhaal geskryf in die sterre.
Duration:00:11:24
School rugby ref explains why he red-carded a parent
8/21/2025
Whether you are a fellow parent, a child, or just a spectator, it's always a little awkward when a parent shouts, screams, and gets too excited. There have been many concerns about parents' behaviour next to the rugby field and their treatment of the referees. Stefan van Zyl was the ref for an under-15 C school match over the weekend. Having had enough of one parent's behaviour, van Zyl addressed the situation and gave the parent in question a red card!
Duration:00:09:15
Helping entertainer Bibi du Preez after brutal injury
8/20/2025
The Good Morning Angels Fund assisted Bibi du Preez with R100 000,00 towards her essential knee surgery, to help her on her way to recovery and the ability to earn a living as an entertainer.
Duration:00:16:38
SA artist shares new song about the struggles of a rugby referee
8/19/2025
Keith Juluka, a hilariously talented SA artist, creates satirical songs that are often very relatable to South Africans. And nothing is more South African than rugby. During his recent visit to Jacaranda FM, Martin Bester challenged Juluka. Martin asked Juluka to write one of his brilliant songs about something relevant in SA right now.
Duration:00:05:03
SA petrol attendant's act of kindness warms hearts
8/11/2025
A petrol attendant's act of kindness has now sparked an entire movement of kindness. After Justin Roderick's car ran out of petrol just 2 km from his daughters’ school, they were left stranded with no other option but to walk to the nearest petrol station. Here, they were met with kindness when petrol attendant Warren Bhebe paid for a 5-litre bottle of petrol for the family and gave them an additional R100.
Duration:00:19:28
Here's one of the closest Secret Sound guesses yet!
8/8/2025
Martin Bester has a brand-new Secret Sound, and one lucky listener will win R50,000 if they can correctly guess the sound.
Duration:00:01:43
SA mountain climber answers spam call mid-climb
8/7/2025
Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Chris Johnston after a hilarious video went viral of him answering a spam call while climbing a mountain, more than 900 meters above the ground.
Duration:00:10:41
Giving single mom and breadwinner, Lerato, the gift of sight
8/6/2025
From the LottoStar Fortune Frenzy funds raised for Good Morning Angels, LottoStar will donate the remaining R40,000 needed for Lerato’s eye surgery — and will also contribute an additional R7,000 for any unexpected costs and essentials for her and her daughter.
Duration:00:10:22
Understanding endometriosis and how it impacts so many women
8/6/2025
26-year-old Miss X was diagnosed with an extreme case of endometriosis — 10cm cysts on both ovaries, and extensive growths throughout her pelvis and large bowel.
From the LottoStar Fortune Frenzy funds raised for Good Morning Angels, LottoStar will donate the R100,000 needed to enable the medical team to assist Miss X as a matter of urgency.
Dr. Abri de Bruin will also be doing the surgery for free, while others have also offered their expertise during the process. De Bruin also shared more about endometriosis, debunking old beliefs and motivating women to get help when they need it.
Duration:00:16:37
A liver operation for eight-year-old Zelné, daughter of single mom Annetjie
8/6/2025
Jacaranda FM's Good Morning Angels kicked off Women's Month 2025 with the help of our friends at LottoStar. From the LottoStar Fortune Frenzy funds raised for Good Morning Angels, LottoStar will donate the outstanding R80,000 needed for Zelné's upcoming surgery — enabling her to live without pain.
Duration:00:08:44
SA TikTok sensation shares terrifying kidnapping attempt involving daughter
8/5/2025
The TikTok sensation and former Pretoria High School teacher, Domonique Bullock—also known as Mrs Bullock—made waves across South Africa after her students filmed her dancing to TikTok’s Robot Boii’s Salary Salary challenge. Since then, she has been spreading joy, fun, and laughter on social media while enriching the lives of many South Africans.
Unfortunately, Bullock recently took to her social media platforms to share a message with a completely different tone from her usual fun-loving content. The content creator opened up about a horrifying incident in which a man allegedly attempted to kidnap her daughter at a shopping centre. Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Bullock to find out more about the incident.
Duration:00:09:28
What Women (Really) Want this Women's Month- Part 1
8/4/2025
Ladies, what do you REALLY want? A day for yourself, a night out with the ladies, spa day - anything your heart desires!
Duration:00:12:51
Reactions to Martin falling off stage during live performance
8/4/2025
During his last Warmfees show in Tzaneen, Martin Bester fell off the stage.
Martin tried to head over to a young fan, Nathan, whilst performing his favourite song, 'Lily'.
In the video, you can hear Nathan singing along to the song. WATCH: Martin Bester falls off stage during live performance
Duration:00:04:28
Kurt Darren releases his new single, 'Oorwurm'
8/1/2025
King Kurt was back in the studio to talk about the release of his brand new single, 'Oorwurm'.
Duration:00:08:57
'Rope Runner' Marissa Groenewald fight against human trafficking
8/1/2025
"Rope running" refers to the unique athletic endeavour of running while simultaneously skipping rope. It's not a new sport, but rather an unconventional combination of two activities.
This technique was popularised by endurance athlete Marissa Groenewald, also known as "@theroperunner".
Duration:00:09:16
In conversation with celebrity Michelin-star chef Jameson Stocks
7/31/2025
Renowned celebrity chef, Jameson Stocks, joined the Breakfast with Martin Bester team ahead of the Good Life in Johannesburg.
Known for his creative cooking flair and approach to mindful eating, Jameson quickly established himself as one of the brightest culinary talents in the world.
While he blends traditional techniques with modern flavours, his cuisine is a celebration of locally sourced, organic ingredients.
Beyond his technical expertise in the kitchen, Jameson’s engaging personality and passion for living well has made him a favourite among food enthusiasts and television viewers alike.
Duration:00:12:55
The vaping "epidemic" in schools and amongst teens
7/31/2025
A video of a teacher smashing vapes with a brick has gone viral.
The school system has had a challenge keeping vapes off school property, and this teacher finally had enough. In the video, the teacher can be seen smashing a number of vapes with a brick.
According to the Medical Brief, a South African study said that experts attribute the alarming rate of vaping among South African high school students to easy access, availability, minimal regulation, and limited awareness of the associated dangers. WATCH: School teacher smashes vapes with bricks
Duration:00:16:07