Best Le Guess Podcasts (2024)

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This is why food items feel more expensive than ever 5:44

1h ago5:44

5:44

Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to financial well-being economist Dr. Francois Stofberg about the rising food costs and the items you are paying the most for.By Jacaranda FM

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How are Chinese exports putting Germany’s top industries on collision course? 14:21

2h ago14:21

14:21

China’s aggressive industrial strategy, which has China flooding global markets with heavily subsidised exports, is increasingly placing it on a collision course with Germany’s leading export-driven sectors. With experts warning that the practice threatens the viability of Germany's economy, particularly in the automotive and industrial sectors, Eu…

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This is what was really in Dricus du Plessis' Monster can 8:30

2h ago8:30

8:30

Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Rikus 'Radioraps' de Beer about Dricus du Plessis’ UFC 305 victory in Perth, Australia and what was really in his Monster can that had the internet buzzing.By Jacaranda FM

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Why forming the next EU Commission might be harder than expected 10:50

30m ago10:50

10:50

With the deadline to submit candidates for the next EU Commission approaching this Friday (30 August), time is running out for the selection process. The mix of rumoured and confirmed candidates is complicating the task for Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, as member states seem to be interested in only a few key portfolios, and prioritise…

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Jo Black deel meer oor Dricus du Plessis wen-oomblik 6:51

2h ago6:51

6:51

UFC-kampioen Dricus du Plessis het die hele wêreld aan die praat gehad nadat hy daarin geslaag het om sy titel te verdedig tydens sy lank verwagte geveg teen sy mededinger Israel Adesanya op Sondag. Deel van die bekende ondersteuners was die hele Springbok-span wat die naweek in Australia was vir hulle wedstryd teen die Wallabies waar hulle 30-12 g…

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What are the controversies around novel foods 12:17

41m ago12:17

12:17

The term “novel foods” is becoming more popular by the day. But to make it to the European supermarkets it needs to be assessed by the EU food safety authority and then get the greenlight from the European Commission. Novel foods include innovative products like cricket flour and UV-treated vegetables, as well as traditional foods from other region…

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'In-Sho-Sho' King Price Competition: Win up to R6,000 by guessing this week's featured sports hero 0:10

2h ago0:10

0:10

If you’re a sports fan or just really good at recognising voices, you could win yourself up to R6000 with Jacaranda FM and King Price. Every Thursday between 07:00 and 08:00, Breakfast with Martin Bester will play you a quote by a famous sporting figure. All you have to do is correctly guess who it is, WhatsApp the words “KING PRICE” to 084 850 094…

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ECB's high-stakes balancing act amid economic turmoil 16:10

1d ago16:10

16:10

The European Central Bank (ECB) is a powerhouse in the EU, wielding influence over financial supervision, foreign exchange reserves, and economic forecasts. The ECB’s main goal is to keep inflation at 2% by adjusting interest rates. Its massive quantitative easing program from 2015 to 2022 aimed to tackle low inflation with trillions of euros. With…

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R100,000 assistance to a dad with Gillian Barre Syndrome 9:14

1h ago9:14

9:14

A 49-year-old Vanderbijlpark dad and husband, Emil Krügel, was a happy, healthy man - until 16 days ago, when he woke up unable to walk. His wife, Sonia, drove him to the local hospital, not knowing what to expect as he was fine when they went to bed the night before. Emil was diagnosed with Gillian Barre Syndrome (GBS), a condition probably caused…

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The ultimate Olympics quiz with Olympic swimmer Pieter Coetzé 7:31

1h ago7:31

7:31

Olympic swimming coach Rocco Meiring and Olympic swimmer Pieter Coetzé went head-to-head with the Breakfast with Martin Bester team for the ultimate Olympics quiz on How Hard Can It Be!By Jacaranda FM

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I'd Do Well with a Time Machine with Andrea Jin 47:30

4h ago47:30

47:30

Andrew and comedian Andrea Jin discuss keeping secrets and answer listener questions. Call or text with your questions at 323-389-RACE and watch the video of this episode at suboptimalpods.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Andrew Ti, Tawny Newsome

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Getting Europe's rail system back on track 13:12

2d ago13:12

13:12

Railways are the most environmentally sustainable mode of transport, compared to cars or planes, yet, they remain chronically underfunded and underdeveloped in Europe. High prices, complex booking systems, and a lack of cross-border coordination are just some of the problems making it harder for Europeans to consider trains a reliable and safe opti…

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SA Olympics swim coach: "The Olympics is like a prison" 38:45

2h ago38:45

38:45

On Tuesday, Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Olympic swimming coach Rocco Meiring and Olympic swimmer Pieter Coetzé.By Jacaranda FM

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Why the European Union became the drug market's next big target 15:45

1h ago15:45

15:45

The European Union is increasingly in the crosshairs of international drug lords, according to the latest data from the European Monitoring Centre for Drugs and Drug Addiction (EMCDDA) - a growing focus that has led to an increase in drug-related deaths and violence over the past five years, affecting communities across the EU. In this episode, hos…

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'I didn't always believe someone like me could be Miss SA,' Mia le Roux 23:21

1h ago23:21

23:21

On Monday, Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Miss South Africa 2024 Mia le Roux about the moment she was crowned Miss SA, her plans for her reign, and being the first deaf Miss SA.By Jacaranda FM

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Inside the world of lobbying 12:41

1h ago12:41

12:41

Brussels ranks second only to Washington in the number of lobbyists, with nearly one public affairs representative for every person employed in the European institutions, according to recent data by Lobbycontrol. In the wake of Qatargate, the largest corruption scandal in EU history, that tarnished the credibility of EU institutions, the upcoming m…

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Summer Top10: The EU Commissioners guessing game 11:44

11d ago11:44

11:44

With the EU elections just days away, speculations about the EU Commissioners are growing louder. If the new European Commission president is selected by July, they'll have the summer to form their College of Commissioners from the nominated candidates. But who is staying, who is going, and who are the new entries? To understand better what is happ…

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Miss Universe Margaret Gardiner thinks Mia le Roux could be next Miss Universe 7:48

34m ago7:48

7:48

South African-born journalist, activist, writer, fashion editor, and former Miss Universe Margaret Gardiner shares some exciting news on Breakfast with Martin Bester. Talking to Martin Bester, she said that she competed in Miss Universe in Mexico and Le Roux will also be in Mexico, insinuating she believes the new Miss SA could take another crown.…

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Listener cries while sharing emotional memory with former Miss Universe Margaret Gardiner 1:37

8d ago1:37

1:37

South African-born journalist, activist, writer, fashion editor, and former Miss Universe Margaret Gardiner shares some exciting news on Breakfast with Martin Bester.By Jacaranda FM

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Former South African Miss Universe shares insight into life in Hollywood 6:15

38m ago6:15

6:15

South African-born journalist, activist, writer, fashion editor, and former Miss Universe Margaret Gardiner shares some exciting news on Breakfast with Martin Bester.By Jacaranda FM

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Bekende internetsensasie Vernon Koekemoer sterf 6:01

43m ago6:01

6:01

Linda Coetzee die lewensmaat van die bekende internetsensasie Vernon Koekemoer het Donderdag aan Breakfast with Martin Bester bevestig dat hy oorlede is.By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: Why authoritarian leaders are on the rise, according to the latest UN report 15:39

19m ago15:39

15:39

By Euractiv

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Giving a talented young cricket player the chance of a lifetime 11:47

14m ago11:47

11:47

Using funds from the 2023 Good Morning Angels Golf Day, we assisted a young, talented cricket player named Aphiwe Yako to reach his dreams. Good Morning Angels has some funds left from last year's amazing Golf Day. From all the supporters of the event and our listeners, we would like to sponsor the R180,000 needed for Aphiwe to attend the Superspor…

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Good Morning Angels Golf Day receives whopping R1-million donation! 4:19

44m ago4:19

4:19

Paballo Makosholo, Group Chief Executive Officer of Kagiso Tiso Holdings – Jacaranda FM’s owner company, donated R1-million towards this year’s Good Morning Angels Golf Day on behalf of the company 😇 We are extremely grateful to all our sponsors who enable us to spread hope and change lives!By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: Ursula von der Leyen: round two 14:18

4h ago14:18

14:18

Ursula von der Leyen convinced 401 members of the European Parliament to vote in her favour, out of 707. This time, she was re-elected as Commission President with a 41-vote lead, emerging from the first plenary with a stronger mandate. Before the vote, von der Leyen delivered a lengthy speech reaching out to centrist and left-wing parties, while e…

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How Hard Can It Be to get piercing? 19:23

3d ago19:23

19:23

Henning Pretorius got his first-ever piercing on How Hard Can It Be after his wife nominated him to get a piercing.By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: What do the UK elections mean for the EU? 12:36

9d ago12:36

12:36

UK citizens head to the polls today for a general election widely expected to end the 14 years of Conservative rule and return the Labour Party to power, prompting questions about what it will mean for the EU-UK relations and why - while Europe is shifting to the right - the UK is turning left. To understand the implications of the vote, the major …

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Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu's dad shares best moments of son's new-found fame 11:55

9d ago11:55

11:55

Martin Bester spoke to Nick Feinberg, the dad of Springbok utility back Sacha Feinberg, after his son’s new-found fame after joining the Bok team.By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: Can Meloni always get what she wants? 10:36

1d ago10:36

10:36

Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni has successfully leveraged her exclusion from the EU top job talks to reinforce her party's Eurosceptic narrative and position herself as a champion against the EU's elitism. But how is her strategy playing out in Brussels? In this episode, host Giada Santana and Euractiv Italy's Alessia Peretti discuss what Me…

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Summer Top10: Hungary’s plan to 'make Europe great again' begins 11:17

7d ago11:17

11:17

"Keep your friends close, and your enemies closer" is a saying that feels particularly relevant in Brussels as Hungary prepares to take over the presidency of the European Council—one of the EU's most crucial brokering positions—in less than a week. From the choice of a provocative motto to its declared priorities, Budapest appears unafraid of esca…

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The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be: Yodeling 6:15

16d ago6:15

6:15

In celebration of the Games, Jacaranda FM’s Breakfast with Martin Bester decided to create The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be. From Monday, 5 August, to Thursday, 8 August, the team is giving listeners a chance to compete in The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be.By Jacaranda FM

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The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be: Playing bagpipes 6:07

16d ago6:07

6:07

In celebration of the Games, Jacaranda FM’s Breakfast with Martin Bester decided to create The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be. From Monday, 5 August, to Thursday, 8 August, the team is giving listeners a chance to compete in The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be.By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: A French non to the far right 11:27

7d ago11:27

11:27

Defying expectations the French left-wing coalition, the New Popular Front, overtook Marine Le Pen’s National Rally, coming first during the second and final round of France’s snap elections on Sunday (7 July). The left-wing coalition, however, has not secured an absolute majority, therefore questions arise about who will be the country’s next prim…

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The Truffle Pig of Racism 34:45

6d ago34:45

34:45

Tawny and Andrew discuss Trump questioning Kamala's Blackness, if there's a light dimmer on the bridge, and Tawny's new Star Trek live action show! Call or text with your questions at 323-389-RACE and subscribe to Tawny and Andrew's bonus podcasts at suboptimalpods.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Assisting Chané with the fight for her life against cancer 16:09

6d ago16:09

16:09

Good Morning Angels assisted Chané Coetzee with her medical and other needs after being diagnosed with stage four cancer and losing her job.By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: Unpacking the European Commission’s Political Guidelines 11:44

6d ago11:44

11:44

As Ursula von der Leyen worked to get re-elected for a second mandate at the European Commission's helm, she offered concessions across the political spectrum and these tactical negotiations have largely shaped the Commission's next mandate. But what does her manifesto entail, and which points will von der Leyen truly prioritise? In this episode, h…

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The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be: Ventriloquism 5:59

8d ago5:59

5:59

In celebration of the Games, Jacaranda FM’s Breakfast with Martin Bester decided to create The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be. From Monday, 5 August, to Thursday, 8 August, the team is giving listeners a chance to compete in The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be.By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: Von der Leyen battles for Parliament support, Orbán forms far-right group 15:30

7d ago15:30

15:30

Ursula von der Leyen is campaigning to secure a second term as Commission president after her party's success in the European Parliament elections and her nomination by EU leaders. She is negotiating with key groups, including the Socialists, the liberals, and the Greens, to secure the 361 votes needed for her confirmation in Parliament. At the sam…

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The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be: The didgeridoo 13:08

8d ago13:08

13:08

In celebration of the Games, Jacaranda FM’s Breakfast with Martin Bester decided to create The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be. From Monday, 5 August, to Thursday, 8 August, the team is giving listeners a chance to compete in The Olympic Games of How Hard Can It Be.By Jacaranda FM

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Summer Top10: The EU's economic destiny, according to the Letta report 13:16

8d ago13:16

13:16

In today's episode of Today in the EU, we decrypt the core messages of the 147-page long report by former Italian prime minister Enrico Letta that all EU institutions have been waiting for. Letta's analysis of the EU's single market was commissioned by the European Council a year ago. The document offers some answers to the unprecedented challenges…

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'In-Sho-Sho' King Price Competition: Win up to R6,000 by guessing this week's featured sports hero 0:03

11d ago0:03

0:03

If you’re a sports fan or just really good at recognising voices, you could win yourself up to R6000 with Jacaranda FM and King Price. Every Thursday between 07:00 and 08:00, Breakfast with Martin Bester will play you a quote by a famous sporting figure. All you have to do is correctly guess who it is, WhatsApp the words “KING PRICE” to 084 850 094…

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Summer Top10: All that changed on election night 11:25

11d ago11:25

11:25

More than 360 million European citizens had the right to vote in this weekend's European Parliament elections. Across Europe, the overall turnout was around 51%, and the results had knock-on effects on individual countries. Who were the big winners according to the latest exit polls, who were the losers, what happens with the non-affiliated, and in…

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Summer Top10: Everything we know about the Draghi report 16:56

12d ago16:56

16:56

The forthcoming report by former Italian prime minister and former European central bank president, Mario Draghi, on the future of European competitiveness is a valuable opportunity to shape the EU policy agenda for the coming EU legislative term and beyond. The report will focus on the EU's aim to leverage its numerous strengths and competitive ad…

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What it takes to halt mass tourism in the EU 16:15

13d ago16:15

16:15

The European Union is expected to welcome 758 million tourists this year, a number equivalent to about 70% of the entire European population, according to the European Travel Commission. Despite tourism’s pivotal role in contributing to the GDP of several countries across the union, more and more communities are exhausted from bearing the brunt of …

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Wildfires: The prevention tactics the EU must focus on 17:15

26d ago17:15

17:15

Wildfires are once again raging in the south of Europe. With rising temperatures and global warming, wildfires have become a prominent issue for Europe, particularly in the summer, showing that the need for effective prevention and management is critical. But what lessons have we learned in recent years, what is the effectiveness of existing measur…

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How Scholz's government stabilises despite European instability 15:25

25d ago15:25

15:25

Germany's domestic politics has recently stabilised after a turbulent spring. While Europe faces fresh instability, Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition government in Germany has taken steps to solidify its position. What measures have been implemented, and how is Germany preparing to take on more responsibility amid potential challenges from the pol…

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Paris Olympic games amid political turmoil and protests 10:36

27d ago10:36

10:36

As Paris buzzes with preparations for today's opening ceremony of the Summer Olympic Games, there's palpable excitement in the air. However, Parisians seem to have mixed feelings about hosting the 2024 Olympics, with murmurs of protests adding an element of tension. The Olympics are set against a backdrop of almost unprecedented political instabili…

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The next generation of European far-right leaders 15:41

28d ago15:41

15:41

The rise of a young generation of far-right voters - conservative, anti-immigration, and fiercely nationalist - is a phenomenon shaping new electoral strategies all over Europe. Across France and Italy, a strong bond has historically linked prominent far-right parties, from Jordan Bardella’s Rassemblement National to Giorgia Meloni’s Fratelli d'Ita…

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