Best African Sky Podcasts (2024)

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Mara Kardas-Nelson, "We Are Not Able to Live in the Sky: The Seductive Promise of Microfinance" (Metropolitan Books, 2024) 45:54

9d ago45:54

45:54

In this deeply researched and compelling narrative, journalist Mara Kardas-Nelson examines the complex history and impact of microfinance - the practice of giving small loans to poor people, particularly women, that was once hailed as a revolutionary solution to global poverty. Through intimate portraits of borrowers in Sierra Leone and extensive i…

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Samuel Fury Childs Daly, "Soldier's Paradise: Militarism in Africa After Empire" (Duke UP, 2024) 53:59

21m ago53:59

53:59

In Soldier's Paradise: Militarism in Africa After Empire (Duke UP, 2024), Samuel Fury Childs Daly tells the story of how Africa’s military dictators tried and failed to transform their societies into martial utopias. Across the continent, independence was followed by a wave of military coups and revolutions. The soldiers who led them had a vision. …

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Miss SA, Mia Le Roux resigns from Miss Universe 1:20

15h ago1:20

1:20

We heard everything we needed to hear from our beloved Miss South Africa, Mia Le Roux when she spoke to us during Women's Month just a few months ago. Her passion and fortitude in creating awareness for the Deaf community has been more than inspiring. East Coast Breakfast was so sad to hear the news of her resignation from the Miss Universe competi…

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Everything you need to know on World Diabetes Day 11:18

35m ago11:18

11:18

On Thursday morning, East Coast Breakfast marked World Diabetes Day with a special guest, Dr. Steph Osborn, an expert in hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Dr. Osborn joined us to answer listener questions about diabetes, including if it’s curable, and what symptoms to look out for. She also shared insights into how hyperbaric oxygen therapy can support di…

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Commemorating 164 years since the first arrival of Indians in South Africa 3:06

2h ago3:06

3:06

On Thursday morning, East Coast Breakfast commemorated 164 years since the first arrival of Indians in South Africa with a conversation featuring Claudette Sigamoney, President of the Global Indian Organisation. Claudette joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen to discuss the unveiling of a new statue that honours the legacy, resilience, and contributions o…

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The Legend of the Vagabond Queen: Resisting Displacement in Lagos 43:33

22h ago43:33

43:33

In Nigeria's largest city, a powerful story is unfolding - one that shines a light on the urgent struggle for housing rights and urban resilience. In this episode, we sit down with the creative team behind the new film "The Legend of the Vagabond Queen of Lagos," which dramatizes the real-life tragedy of the Otodo Gbame informal settlement. Between…

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Gcina Mhlophe chats to the team about Season 2 of African Story Magic 6:08

1d ago6:08

6:08

Season two of African Story Magic is here, and it is proudly brought to you by McDonalds Happy Meal Readers. Darren Maule featured Dr Gcina Mhlophe to share in the excitement. Dr Gcina Mhlophe is a renowned author, storyteller and founding director of Gcinamasiko Arts & Heritage Trust. Her works have been translated into multiple languages, includi…

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The Big Favour Season Of Sharing is back in 2024! 7:23

1d ago7:23

7:23

If you missed the announcement on East Coast Breakfast on Wednesday morning, Season of Sharing is back! Join East Coast Radio for The Big Favour’s Pledge Day on 6 December at Gateway from 6am to 6pm. Every donation goes toward food hampers that feed families and grow sustainable futures. Call 087 087 9495 on the day (save this number) or visit ecr.…

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Carmen's parking is nothing short of shocking. 4:07

2d ago4:07

4:07

This week, Carmen Reddy shared a picture of her car in a parking lot, but Darren Maule and Sky Tshabalala quickly commented on Carmen’s parking skills. Not only is she parked over the white line, but there’s enough space in front of her car to fit several full-grown elephants. Have a listen... Webpage…

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There's a new Spud book out - Author John Van De Ruit joins us 10:52

3d ago10:52

10:52

Did you miss the interview with Spud author John van de Ruit on East Coast Breakfast? What do you imagine Spud Milton’s life is like ten years after matriculating? Stuck in a quarter-life crisis, back at home with his parents, and resisting a chaotic school reunion with the Crazy Eight. Have a listen to the full interview on the podcast at ecr.co.z…

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The story behind Humphrey - The dog that has a statue on the Umhlanga Promenade 7:45

5d ago7:45

7:45

The owner of Humphrey, the famous "Dog in a Million" who went from being homeless to having his own life-size statue on the Umhlanga Promenade, joined East Coast Breakfast on Monday morning to share his inspiring journey. Humphrey, who was once abandoned, became a beloved ambassador for the Durban & Coast SPCA and touched countless lives. Although …

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Amín Pérez, "Bourdieu and Sayad Against Empire: Forging Sociology in Anticolonial Struggle" (Polity Press, 2023) 38:34

5d ago38:34

38:34

How did the Algerian war of independence shape contemporary sociology? In Bourdieu and Sayad Against Empire: Forging Sociology in Anticolonial Struggle (Polity Press, 2023), Amin Perez, an Assistant Professor of Sociology at University of Quebec in Montreal, explores the sociological practice and friendship of Pierre Bourdieu and Abdelmalek Sayad. …

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Anette Hoffmann, "Knowing by Ear: Listening to Voice Recordings with African Prisoners of War in German Camps (1915–1918)" (Duke UP, 2024) 44:41

5d ago44:41

44:41

During World War I, thousands of young African men conscripted to fight for France and Britain were captured and held as prisoners of war in Germany, where their stories and songs were recorded and archived by German linguists. In Knowing by Ear: Listening to Voice Recordings with African Prisoners of War in German Camps (1915–1918) (Duke Universit…

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Arsenal and France legend Robert Pirès shares his Chelsea vs Arsenal prediction 4:14

6d ago4:14

4:14

If you’re a football fan, this is for you! 📣 Sky Tshabalala welcomed Arsenal and France legend Robert Pirès to the show. He brought insights on the beautiful game, his time with the Gunners, and his thoughts on the current season. A true football icon! ⚽ WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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Trump's Victory: Impact on South Africa with Dr Oscar van Heerden 5:26

7d ago5:26

5:26

Dr Oscar van Heerden, one of South Africa’s leading political analysts and author from the University of Johannesburg, joins us to unpack Donald Trump's 2024 victory in the US presidential election. We explore his call for voter fraud investigations, unexpected shifts in swing states, and what Trump’s presidency means for South Africa’s economy, gl…

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The Proteas are in town! 7:42

7d ago7:42

7:42

South Africa and India are going head-to-head in a T20 tomorrow at the Hollywoodbets Kingsmead. The game starts at 5PM, and Proteas Ottneil Baartman and Donovan Ferreira joined East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning ahead of the game. Listen to the podcast on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! 📻 Webpage…

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The Genius Behind Mathematicians 1:25:26

8d ago1:25:26

1:25:26

Africa is the origin to the worlds earliest form of mathematical and foundational thinking as well as the birthplace of both basic and advanced arithmetic's. However, in our modern day it seems like that magic was lost. How can we bring out the math genius in every child? Are you seeking to improve your child's math scores on standardized test? Our…

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Doyle D. Calhoun, "The Suicide Archive: Reading Resistance in the Wake of French Empire" (Duke UP, 2024) 1:13:07

8d ago1:13:07

1:13:07

A note about content: This episode involves discussion of suicide, specifically in the contexts of slavery, colonization and empire. Please use your discretion and take care if you decide to listen. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, you are not alone. You can reach out to the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 …

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US elections - ECR News Editor's early prediction 4:33

10d ago4:33

4:33

The US Election votes are trickling in, and we’ve asked East Coast Radio’s news editor to keep an eye on it. Marius Van Der Walt says that the early indications are clear. WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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When last did you do something for the first time? Alyssa recently used a long drop 5:17

8d ago5:17

5:17

This week Sky Tshabalala told us that young Kai Tshabalala watched The Lion King for The first time ever, so we asked you, when was the last time you did something for the first time … Then we got a message from Alyssa …. And nobody expected to hear what she recently heard for the first time WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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When lightning roars, stay indoors - Expert shares lightning safety tips 4:01

9d ago4:01

4:01

KZN has experienced severe weather conditions over the past week, emphasising the crucial importance of safety during lightning events. On Tuesday morning on East Coast Breakfast, Darren, Sky, and Carmen featured lightning expert Trevor Manas from Blitzdetect. Trevor shared some vital information on how lightning forms, what actions to take if you'…

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From Tragedy to New Beginnings: The Gounden Family is back from Cape Town 2:28

10d ago2:28

2:28

Last week on The Big Favour, East Coast Breakfast took you along on the Gounden family’s journey after Viven Gounden lost his wife in the Tongaat Tornado. The team sent the family on an unforgettable trip to Cape Town. They’re back, and we’ve just heard all about the highlights and special memories they made. If you missed it, catch up on their ful…

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Mirin Fader, "Dream: The Life and Legacy of Hakeem Olajuwon" (Hachette, 2024) 46:32

12d ago46:32

46:32

It’s now the norm for NBA and collegiate teams to have international players dotting their rosters. The Olympics are no longer a gimme for Team USA. Both via fans streaming from all over the globe and leagues starting in countries throughout the world, the international presence of the game of basketball is a force to be reckoned with. That all sta…

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Need a Checkers Pink trolley? Darren might have one for you 3:23

13d ago3:23

3:23

South Africans are buzzing with excitement, especially for the elusive mini pink trolley, which has become a hot collector's item. On Facebook Marketplace, prices for these little treasures are skyrocketing, with some listings reaching thousands of rands! Darren Maule might have one to give away ... have a listen ... Webpage…

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Can we be optimistic about the future of SA - Bruce Whitfield has the answer 6:28

16d ago6:28

6:28

Minister Enoch Godongwana’s 2024 Medium-Term Budget speech seemed to be all doom and gloom on Wednesday. Darren, Sky, and Carmen spoke to business speaker and journalist Bruce Whitfield to break it down for you in the best way possible. Have a listen on ecr.co.za; select East Coast Breakfast. Webpage…

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Tongaat Tornado victim - 4 months later and a massive surprise 12:11

15d ago12:11

12:11

Earlier this year, Mr. Viven Gounden was featured on East Coast Breakfast after his home was completely destroyed by the Tongaat tornado, during which he tragically lost his wife. On Wednesday morning, Darren, Sky, and Carmen invited Mr. Gounden back to the studio on what would have been his wedding anniversary. He thought he was coming for a catch…

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Driving instructor Omar: What's it like having Stacey Norman as a student? 3:49

16d ago3:49

3:49

Have you heard about Drive With Stacey on East Coast Radio? WhatsApp ‘Drive’ to 061 700 0800 if you would like to join her on her journey of getting a drivers licence. Darren, Sky, and Carmen phoned Omar, her driving instructor, to find out what it’s like to have Stacey Norman as your student! Have a listen on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast…

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ECR's office Monkey wreak havoc in Carmen's Diwali sweetmeats kitchen 14:11

17d ago14:11

14:11

Today it’s all about Diwali on East Coast Breakfast! We've asked some prominent people in KZN to tell us what you'll find in their Sweet Meat Boxes, and while Carmen Reddy was looking the other way ... something happened. Unfortunately Carmen Reddy's Diwali kitchen was completely ruined by the monkey that's been hanging around the office. Webpage…

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Who is ready for The Goo Goo Dolls at Durban ICC on 5 December? 🎸 4:00

20d ago4:00

4:00

The Goo Goo Dolls are coming to South Africa on their Best Of Tour! 🎸 They will perform at Durban ICC on the 5th of December. Tickets are available at WebTickets. AND lead singer John Rzeznik* and bassist Robby Takac joined East Coast Breakfast on Friday morning - Have a listen on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast! Webpage…

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Danny, did you lose your monkey? 5:12

20d ago5:12

5:12

This morning Carmen Reddy was spooked by a troop of monkeys who decided to make East Coast Radio house their new home. Darren, Sky, and Carmen called Danny Guselli, he has been featuring all sorts of different animals between 12 and 3, because he is still looking for an office pet for East Coast Radio - Is this a wild monkey, or a monkey that escap…

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Diwali: Carmen Reddy has a Sweet Meats dilemma 3:02

21d ago3:02

3:02

If you don’t know, Diwali is a Hindu festival with lights, held in the period October to November. It is particularly associated with Lakshmi, the goddess of prosperity, and marks the beginning of the financial year in India. With that comes a whole bunch of nice things, like sweet meats! It takes forever to make, and we’re less than a week away...…

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What!? Sky Tshabalala now has a TV show? 4:08

21d ago4:08

4:08

This morning we found out that Sky Tshabalala has a show launching on Supersport! He will be featured alongside Mpho Maboi, BBK and Brighton Mhlongo every Thursday at 6:30pm for the Betway Premiership Preview Show! Catch all the expert insights, predictions, and match tips, with a dash of banter as they break down the upcoming league games. Tune in…

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Elevating Diversity in Animation 34:34

23d ago34:34

34:34

The gift of becoming an animator begins with paper, pencil, crayons and your imagination. Then that passion transfers to stationary graphics and then you take flight with animation of your creative art. How do you take your gift to the next level and share it with the world? Is there a seat at the table? Or will you have to build your own gifted ta…

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Keep Your Coins We Want Change: The Shift Directives Part 4 53:33

22d ago53:33

53:33

In the finale of our series on The Shift Directives, our experts examine the staggering scale and far-reaching impact of institutional investment on housing. What could we gain if housing investment and housing redevelopment complied with human rights standards? Leilani and Sam tackle thorny issues like tax advantages for REITs and the alarming tre…

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Meeting eThekwini's #1 citizen: Mayor Cyril Xaba 14:26

22d ago14:26

14:26

Did you miss East Coast Breakfast on Wednesday morning? eThekwini Municipality Mayor, Cyril Xaba, joined Darren, Sky, and Carmen, and the team got to know the man behind the title! Did you know that the mayor is a Pirates supporter? AND that he prefers to spend his free-time with his grandchild? Have a listen to this fascinating podcast on ecr.co.z…

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How well does Stacey Norman know her road signs? 12:08

23d ago12:08

12:08

Yesterday on Stacey & J Sbu, Stacey Norman announced that she has passed her learner’s test and is ready to get her driving licence sorted! 🎉 But, Darren, Sky, and Carmen wanted to make absolutely sure she knows her road signs 🚦So, they’ve put her to the test! 🚗💨 Have a listen now on ecr.co.za and select East Coast Breakfast for all the fun! And wh…

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3 AMAZING tips to help you in exams - Educational Specialist Paul Tosio 9:47

24d ago9:47

9:47

On Monday morning East Coast Breakfast featured Paul Tosio, a dual British-South African educational specialist and psychologist qualified at the University of Oxford. Paul shared some top tips for what you can do in exams to boost your chances of success. If you missed it, no worries — the podcast is up on ecr.co.za, select East Coast Breakfast an…

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Corey Ross, "Liquid Empire: Water and Power in the Colonial World" (Princeton UP, 2024) 1:22:34

30d ago1:22:34

1:22:34

In the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, a handful of powerful European states controlled more than a third of the land surface of the planet. These sprawling empires encompassed not only rainforests, deserts, and savannahs but also some of the world’s most magnificent rivers, lakes, marshes, and seas. Liquid Empire: Water and Power in the Coloni…

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Hollywoodbets Sharks player Ethan Hooker makes his RADIO DEBUT 10:28

28d ago10:28

10:28

Novashni Chetty General Manager: Operations and Administration at the Hollywoodbets Sharks, and Center Ethan Hooker is joining us today. Novashni shared some more information on the Hollywoodbets Sharks Stewards programme. If you are interested in finding out more about becoming one of the Hollywoodbets Sharks Stewards, WhatsApp the word “Sharks” t…

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Patrick Lambie on the Lambie Line and Pat's Stack 14:25

28d ago14:25

14:25

Patrick Lambie joined East Coast Breakfast on Thursday morning and it so happened to be his birthday! Pat had great fun playing Pat's Stack, and gave some advice on the Lambie Line - advice on anything except Rugby! Have a listen here ... WebpageBy East Coast Radio - Catch Up

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Those Who Caused the Problem Can’t Solve the Problem: The Shift Directives Part 3 46:06

29d ago46:06

46:06

In this critical third installment of our series on The Shift Directives, Sam, Leilani, and Kirsten delve into the intricate dance between local, national, and international policies, exposing how disconnects in governance can leave vulnerable citizens without a roof over their heads. Leilani and Sam dissect the multi-level approach needed to effec…

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Christian Velasco, "Commercial Banking in Kenya: A History from Colonisation to Digital Age" (Routledge, 2024) 56:25

1M ago56:25

56:25

Commercial Banking in Kenya: A History from Colonisation to Digital Age (Routledge, 2024) investigates the impact of commercial banks in Kenya right through from their origins, to their role during the colonial period, the process of adaptation following independence, and up to their responses to new challenges and economic policies in the twenty-f…

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