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
Daily English South Africa News Commentary · Entertainment News
4,819 Episodes
20 – 40

'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

Will AI replace your job?

Futurist and speaker Graeme Codrington joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to answer important questions surrounding AI and how it will impact human beings.
14 Jul 4AM 25 min

Young Secunda girl slowly losing her eyesight

Jacaranda FM's Good Morning Angels has assisted the Cornelissen family with R50,000 toward 10-year-old Luané Cornelissen’s treatment and the visual aids she needs to help her see and continue learning as she adapts to life with deteriorating vision.
9 Jul 2AM 5 min
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