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 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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4,806 Episodes
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SA petrol attendant's act of kindness warms hearts

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…
11 Aug 1AM 19 min

SA mountain climber answers spam call mid-climb

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.
7 Aug 2AM 10 min

Giving single mom and breadwinner, Lerato, the gift of sight

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.
6 Aug 3AM 10 min

Understanding endometriosis and how it impacts so many women

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…
6 Aug 2AM 16 min

A liver operation for eight-year-old Zelné, daughter of single mom Annetjie

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.
6 Aug 1AM 8 min

SA TikTok sensation shares terrifying kidnapping attempt involving daughter

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…
5 Aug 5AM 9 min

'Rope Runner' Marissa Groenewald fight against human trafficking

"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".
1 Aug 3AM 9 min

In conversation with celebrity Michelin-star chef Jameson Stocks

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…
31 Jul 8AM 12 min

The vaping "epidemic" in schools and amongst teens

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…
31 Jul 2AM 16 min

Kids tell us what they want to become when they grow up

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…
30 Jul 10AM 6 min

Reacting to the shocking moment a rugby player slapped a referee

Martin Bester and listeners share their views on discipline and respect after a video of a rugby player slapping the referee in South Africa went viral. Club rugby is in full swing, and according to the Rapport, Manenberg player Yaseen Elliot slapped referee Lionel Gerwel after receiving a red card.
29 Jul 11PM 12 min

Shekhinah talks Rosefest 2025 on Breakfast with Martin Bester

Shekhinah joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to perform her hit single, 'Back To The Beach', ahead of Rosefest, a festival founded by Shekhinah. Rosefest 2025 marks the return of Shekhinah's visionary festival, celebrating the empowerment and artistry of women in the South African music industry. Building upon the success of…
29 Jul 10PM 7 min

Special care and a brand-new wheelchair for a special young boy

15-year-old Wian le Roux cannot cannot talk, stand, or walk. Thanks to Good Morning Angels and Valterra Platinum's Bushveld Classic Golf Day, he will receive much-needed help as well as a new wheelchair. The annual Bushveld Classic Golf Day, hosted by Valterra Platinum, raises funds to improve the lives of…
23 Jul 2AM 7 min
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