Breakfast with Martin Bester
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Breakfast 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
Location:
South Africa
Description:
Breakfast 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
Twitter:
@MartinBester
Language:
English
Contact:
27315709443
Email:
diane@ecr.co.za
Episodes
Here is the first Secret Sound of 2025!
1/13/2025
Breakfast with Martin Bester has just launched the first Secret Sound for 2025. Stand the chance to win R50,000 if you can correctly guess the 'Secret Sound'. To enter, all you need to do is SMS 'Secret', your name, and what you think the sound is to 37942. SMSs are charged at R1.50. T's and C's apply!
Duration:00:01:14
Breakfast with Martin Bester goes vegan this January
1/9/2025
Why not kick off your 2025 with a good old challenge? This January, Breakfast with Martin Bester is taking How Hard Can It Be to new heights with a month-long challenge. At the end of 2024, musician Elandré challenged Martin Bester, Philicity Reeken, and Xola Ntshinga to participate in the annual Veganuary challenge. The Breakfast with Martin Bester team politely accepted the challenge, and for the rest of January 2025, they are only allowed to eat vegan.
Duration:00:26:15
Elandré reveals why he decided to become vegan
1/9/2025
This January, Breakfast with Martin Bester is taking How Hard Can It Be to new heights with a month-long challenge. At the end of 2024, musician Elandré challenged Martin Bester, Philicity Reeken, and Xola Ntshinga to participate in the annual Veganuary challenge. Elandré also opened up about his decision to become vegan
Duration:00:07:50
Valda 'Mama Bear' Faltein plaas haar eie dogter onder huisarres
1/9/2025
Breakfast with Martin Bester het Donderdag, 9 Januarie, met Valda 'Mama Bear' Faltein gesels oor Netwerk24 se opkomende smaakmaker-toekennings. Faltein het aanhangers aangemoedig om haar te benoem vir vanjaar se smaakmaker-toekennings. Sy het ook meer gedeel oor hoekom sy self haar dogter onder huisarres gesit het.
Duration:00:06:57
Neo Madisakwane wins R50,000 on the Secret Sound!
12/13/2024
On their last day of broadcasting for 2024 Breakfast with Martin Bester made one listener R50,000 richer after he correctly guessed the Secret Sound.
Duration:00:04:12
This is who Dricus du Plessis thinks is the South African of the year
12/12/2024
Breakfast with Martin Bester is ending 2024 with a bang. On Thursday, December 12, UFC Champion Dricus du Plessis joined us live on air. The Pretoria local earned the UFC Middleweight title after a split-decision win against Sean Strickland at UFC 297 at the start of 2024. Now, almost a year later, Du Plessis and Strickland are set to face off again at UFC 312. The much-anticipated rematch is scheduled for February 8 (February 9 in South Africa) in Australia. To close out 2024, Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Du Plessis ahead of the rematch to learn how he is preparing for another heart-pounding fight.
Duration:00:11:53
Here's how Dricus du Plessis is preparing for Sean Strickland rematch
12/12/2024
Breakfast with Martin Bester is ending 2024 with a bang. On Thursday, December 12, UFC Champion Dricus du Plessis joined us live on air. The Pretoria local earned the UFC Middleweight title after a split-decision win against Sean Strickland at UFC 297 at the start of 2024. Now, almost a year later, Du Plessis and Strickland are set to face off again at UFC 312. The much-anticipated rematch is scheduled for February 8 (February 9 in South Africa) in Australia. To close out 2024, Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Du Plessis ahead of the rematch to learn how he is preparing for another heart-pounding fight.
Duration:00:09:47
Dricus du Plessis shares mom's adorable reactions to hate comments
12/12/2024
Breakfast with Martin Bester is ending 2024 with a bang. On Thursday, December 12, UFC Champion Dricus du Plessis joined us live on air. The Pretoria local earned the UFC Middleweight title after a split-decision win against Sean Strickland at UFC 297 at the start of 2024. Now, almost a year later, Du Plessis and Strickland are set to face off again at UFC 312. The much-anticipated rematch is scheduled for February 8 (February 9 in South Africa) in Australia. To close out 2024, Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Du Plessis ahead of the rematch to learn how he is preparing for another heart-pounding fight.
Duration:00:11:47
Assisting Alfred on his mission to save dogs in Thohoyandou
12/11/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay have teamed up to assist Alfred Rananga in his mission to help pets that are not properly cared for, along with something special to bring festive joy to his family’s home as well. To help Alfred continue his selfless work for the dogs of Thohoyandou, Pick n Pay will provide him with R10,000 in vouchers to stock up on supplies for the dogs, as well as a cash donation of R15,000 to bring festive joy to his family. The Good Morning Angels Fund will contribute an additional R25,000 towards Alfred’s work with animals and to ensure that his family has a merry Christmas and New Year.
Duration:00:05:19
Mom loses her husband while caring for her son with cancer
12/11/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay assisted Juanita Taute-Peel and her 13-year-old son, Dylan, from Randburg with a donation towards groceries, nappies, and other expenses, as well as enough money to create new moments to cherish. The loss of a loved one is immense, but Juanita has to be strong for Dylan, and he for her. It's important to grieve, remember the good times, and create new moments to cherish. Pick n Pay will assist Juanita and Dylan with a donation of R40,000 towards groceries, nappies, other expenses, and special treats for their birthdays and Christmas. The Good Morning Angels Fund will add another R40,000 to assist Juanita with expenses, enabling her to care for Dylan and ensuring that they have a merry Christmas while they grieve and heal.
Duration:00:05:18
Helping a father rebuild after burglars set his home alight
12/10/2024
This festive season, Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay assisted David Moloi with R40,000 to help repair his family home after burglars set it alight. Pick n Pay believes it's the little things that count. They will assist David and his family with festive season groceries worth R5,000. Additionally, to help the Moloi family restore their home, Pick n Pay will cover the R35,000 needed for fire damage repairs. This brings the total sponsorship value to R40,000!
Duration:00:05:00
Is it legal to film someone without their consent?
12/10/2024
Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to law experts and managing partner of HJW Attorneys about whether or not it is legal to film other people without their consent. This is what she had to say.
Duration:00:08:31
Mom shot while pregnant gets Angel help this festive season
12/9/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay came to the aid of Aneesa Kaynie, who was shot while six months pregnant with her five-year-old miracle daughter, Imani. The strength and resilience of Aneesa and her daughters are truly inspiring. Pick n Pay wants to support this family so they can look forward to the festive season rather than worry about expenses. Pick n Pay will assist Aneesa with grocery vouchers for December and January to the value of R10,000. They can also do some clothing and stationery shopping for Skylar, who will be starting high school next year. Additionally, Pick n Pay will contribute another R40,000 to help relieve some of Aneesa’s financial burdens. The Good Morning Angels Fund will assist Aneesa and her girls with an additional R40,000 towards new year expenses for Skylar, as well as medical assistance for little Imani.
Duration:00:06:18
This is how much Siya Kolisi & Rassie Erasmus earn
12/9/2024
Ever wondered how much Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus and Springbok captain Siya Kolisi earn? Here's their reported salary.
Duration:00:09:55
Simoné, 2, is about to see for the first time
12/6/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay helped two-year-old Simoné to see for the first time by donating the outstanding costs of her life-changing surgery to the value of R20,000 and making their Christmas extra special with R10,000 towards food, groceries, and gifts from their nearest Pick n Pay.
Duration:00:04:35
Mamma Anna: The guardian Angel to vulnerable children
12/5/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay have teamed up to support Mamma Anna as she makes moments of magic happen for the children in the informal settlements of Zandspruit and Honeydew at her Lufuno Creche. Pick n Pay will support Mamma Anna as she makes moments of magic happen for the children every day. To assist her, Pick n Pay will donate R10,000 towards the graduation party and another R20,000 in Pick n Pay vouchers to enable Mamma Anna to buy food, clothing, and treats for the children and her family to celebrate this Festive Season. The Good Morning Angels Fund will add another R20,000 to this, to help Mamma Anna take care of all her children this Festive Season.
Duration:00:05:10
From protector, father and provider to beggar: Tumelo's plea
12/4/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay assisted Tumelo Tau with food, groceries, and clothing for the festive season and the new year, to the value of R35,000.
Duration:00:06:56
Helping a family through the first Christmas without a mom
12/4/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay will help lighten Gerrie Kotze's financial burden this Festive Season with R35,000 towards medical bills and other expenses, so he can focus on his children and family in their process of healing.
Duration:00:05:07
Spreading festive cheer for the elderly residents of Huis Beterskap
12/3/2024
Good Morning Angels and Pick n Pay spread some much-needed festive cheer to the residents of Huis Beterskap in Pretoria Gardens. Pick n Pay wants to help the residents of Huis Beterskap to enjoy the magic of the festive season. They will assist the residents with shopping vouchers totalling R30,000, so they can do some grocery and food shopping to enable them to enjoy a merry Christmas. The Good Morning Angels Fund will assist our first Angel, Sandy Moodley, with another R15,000 towards the special care her husband will need at home after his strokes.
Duration:00:12:40
Assisting single dad Jeff to restore his son's health
12/2/2024
This festive season, Good Morning Angles and Pick n Pay assisted single dad Jeff Matthysen in his fight to restore his son Troy’s health and give his boys the best life that he can. Pick n Pay wants to create moments of magic for families this Festive Season and will help Jeff do just that for his boys with a R5,000 Pick n Pay voucher towards Christmas gifts and treats for their family. The Good Morning Angels Fund will add another R45,000 towards covering Troy’s medical needs.
Duration:00:06:34