Jacaranda FM Breakfast with Martin Bester

Breakfast with Martin Bester

Martin Bester has been driving Mzansi to work and keeping us company, or in stitches, or in 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 annual award-winning show, but more importantly, he knows what his audience wants to hear. Martin Bester responds with beautifully crafted storytelling that genuinely builds anticipation and a community around that "What’s next?!" moment.
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Pillow-talk: How many times a week is normal?

Asking for a friend got very intimate this week. Anonymous asked how often couples should engage in a certain activity. Jacaranda FM listeners were not holding back and shared their bedroom secrets.
9 Jun 5AM 15 min

Olivia Rodrigo shocking collaboration on new album

Olivia Rodrigo is experiencing a "Somebody pinch me!!!" moment unlike anything you could imagine. The 'Driver's License' singer is living her dream by teaming up with one of her biggest musical heroes. And one that truly surprised fans and critics alike…
9 Jun 3AM 2 min

Mel Viljoen shares message to South Africans after arrest in USA

Melany 'Mel' and Petrus 'Peet' Viljoen were first introduced to the public as stars of the 'The Real Housewives of Pretoria' reality television series. Which is why many South Africans were shocked when news broke that one of television's most controversial couples was arrested in the USA on Tuesday, 10…
8 Jun 1AM 24 min

Good Neighbours chat about their first visit to SA and going viral

In 2024, Oli Fox and Scott Verrill decided to start a band called Good Neighbours. That same year, they released their debut single, 'Home', which went viral almost instantly. By November 2024, the song had over 300-million Spotify streams and is currently at 550-million. You can see them perform at…
4 Jun 9AM 9 min

Are people taking more pictures of their pets than their loved ones?

Humans were built to have deep, meaningful relationships with each other. That's what family and friends are for. However, animals can sometimes feel like our closest companions and most loyal friends. And they're so cute, how can you resist taking pictures and videos constantly? But how many of us are…
1 Jun 3AM 9 min

DJ Jazzy D returns to Jacaranda FM for one night only

For the finale of the Feel Good Tour, we will be hosting the Ultimate Feel Good Party. Party Nights with Ankle Tap Live will be broadcasting live from Prison Break Market, San Quentin, on 29 May. Joining him will be Jacaranda FM’s very own Rob Forbes, Mack Rapapali, and DJ…
27 May 1AM 4 min

Future 50: Supahot Geysers and the hard road of building a local manufacturing business

Supahot Geysers manufactures geysers in South Africa for homes and developments, helping restore thousands of warm showers every month. Every established business owner eventually learns the same lesson: growth is rarely built through comfort. Supahot Geysers, led by Shaaz Moosa, is a strong example of that reality. The business manufactures…
19 May 3PM 6 min

Ford Head of Marketing shares more about exciting new Ford Territory

Welcoming Ford to the Breakfast with Martin Bester family! Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Ford Head of Marketing Tarryn Knight about the all-new Ford Territory. The Ford Territory is a trusted partner that empowers modern living, helping customers break free from daily routines and familiar default outings to create…
19 May 4AM 8 min

Benny Blanco reveals Selena Gomez eats like a "five-year-old"

There might be a perception that celebrities always have their lives in order, with most of them following strict lifestyles and healthy eating habits. But that might not always be the case. Singer, actress and businesswoman Selena Gomez is keeping things a little more relatable with her eating habits. Her…
18 May 1AM 2 min

How do you pronounce Charlize Theron's name?

After Charlize Theron went viral following a podcast interview, it sparked a debate about how her name, and other names, should actually be pronounced. People have different accents, and sometimes that impacts how they pronounce names.
13 May 2AM 19 min

Future 50: The Pole Yard - From backyard operation to national timber supplier

The Pole Yard is a home-grown South African business specialising in outdoor timber and home improvement products. Directed and run by Leeroy Deane, John Els and James Griffiths, the company manufactures and supplies a wide range of timber products, including poles, fencing, decking, jungle gyms, rustic garden furniture and garden…
12 May 5AM 6 min
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