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Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life. Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchrest shares

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7:46

KZN police commissioner makes damning allegations...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/07/07

Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has been accused of interfering in investigations by KwaZulu Natal police commissioner Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, and also of having ulterior motives when disbanding the SAPS political killings task team unit based in KZN. John Maytham speaks to Jeff Wicks, investigative journalist at News24. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

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5:41

4 minute mile failure inspires Kenyan runners to...

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2025/07/07

Kenyan runner Faith Kipyegon has used her failed effort to break the 4-minute mile mark to power her to a world record in the 1500m at the weekend in the Diamond League athletics meeting in Eugene, Oregon. Her fellow Kenyan Beatrice Chebet said she was also inspired by Kipyegon as she went on to smash the women's 5 000m world record with a time of 13min 58.06sec. John Maytham discuss the herculean effort with sports scientist, Ross Tucker. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of

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5:23

A World View from London: Fatal floods in Texas

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2025/07/07

Dozens have died in catastrophic floods; Gaza peace talks in Qatar; a bee attack in small French town leaves three badly injured. in Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories

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7:00

Millions of SA’s most vulnerable could miss October...

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2025/07/07

John Maytham speaks to MP Alexandra Abrahams, the Democratic Alliance Deputy Spokesperson on Social Development, about concerns that more than 2 million South African Social Security Agency grant beneficiaries might not be able to receive the grants in October. This after the Public Protector investigated allegations of undue delay by SASSA to assume management and control of the payment of social grants to beneficiaries, ineffective implementation of the grant payment system controlled by the South

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6:06

Money on a Monday: Savings vs Investments

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2025/07/07

July is National Savings Month in South Africa and provides an opportunity to remind everyone about the importance of putting money aside for the future. But is it enough to simply save or should one rather diversify one’s options and put a portion towards an investment? John Maytham speaks to Chrisley Botha, a financial advisor at PSG Wealth. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good

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6:38

Might Parkinson’s disease start in the kidneys...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/07/07

A new study suggests that Parkinson’s disease might not start in the brain, but rather in an unexpected part of the human body: the kidneys. John Maytham speaks to Dr Marcelle Smith, a neurologist at Mediclinic and the Wits University Donald Gordon Medical Centre, about whether this might be the breakthrough that researchers have been searching for in terms of finding a cure or preventive intervention for Parkinson’s disease. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the

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12:30

Cape Talk Nedbank Business Ignite: The Humans Narrative

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/07/04

Nedbank Business Ignite celebrates our fearless entrepreneur who challenge the norm and see opportunity where others see obstacles. The Humans Narrative is a distinguished photojournalism agency rooted in the heart of storytelling. Established by Armand Hough with a profound mission to capture and communicate the essence of human experiences through visual narratives, the agency has carved a niche in the industry for its compelling approach to photography. John Maytham speaks to Thuli Magunbane of

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9:34

John’s weekly book review: Harlan Coben, Chimamanda...

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2025/07/04

This week, John Maytham shares his thoughts on three very different but equally compelling reads. His top pick is Nobody’s Fool by Harlan Coben, a twist-filled thriller about former detective Sami Kierce, who’s forced to confront a traumatic, unsolved mystery from his past when a woman he thought was dead reappears in his life. John calls it “a book that keeps you guessing.” He also highlights Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a beautifully layered novel exploring the

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7:27

What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/07/04

John Maytham speaks to Tara Roos, a researcher and political analyst, about the latest news coming out of parliament, including Africa Transformation Movement (ATM) calls for name change to ‘Republic of Azania’ & sweeping constitutional amendments; a week of budget vote debates; DA MP Patrick Atkinson asks about bailouts, bonuses, and accountability. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town

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7:36

A World View from London: R.I.P. Diogo Jota

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2025/07/04

Liverpool and Portugal star Diogo jota dies in car crash along with brother André Silva; thousands evacuated due to wildfires in Crete; an Oasis reunion is nigh. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot

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10:15

Springboks take on Italy

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2025/07/04

The Springboks have kicked off their international campaign with a big win over the Barbarians and will next take on Italy at Loftus Versfeld on Saturday 5 July. John Maytham takes a look ahead of the game with Stormers head coach john Dobson. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to

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9:14

Fitness hacks that could make you crack balancing...

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2025/07/04

Toni-Lynne Monger, physiotherapist and clinical director of The Balance Group, speaks to John Maytham about the rise of viral fitness trends and the risks behind the latest kettlebell swing challenge. They discuss how social media influences our workout habits and why it’s important to balance modern fitness hacks with safe, sustainable training practices. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up

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6:21

Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: Inquiry finds...

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2025/07/04

Australia’s first formal Indigenous-led truth telling inquiry concludes with over 100 recommendations and clearly stating that the British colonialists committed genocide; ⁠Singapore passes controversial law allowing police to freeze bank accounts of suspected scam victims; From Censori to censored…Australia says no to Ye as his visa is revoked. Katie Macdonald shares all the details with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast

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9:17

Cape Talk Nedbank Business Ignite: Tankwa Outdoor

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2025/07/03

Nedbank Business Ignite celebrates our fearless entrepreneur who challenge the norm and see opportunity where others see obstacles. John Maytham speaks to Thuli Magunbane of Mint Fresh on why they were selected as finalists, and then to Joshua Cox of Tankwa Outdoor. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The

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9:37

Pfft … Have NFTs fizzled out?

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2025/07/03

Have non-fungible tokens (NFTs) lost their promised lustre? One of the most expensive digital artworks sold for $69 million in 2021 is today estimated to be worth less than $100. John Maytham speaks to Kirsty Bisset of HaveYouHeard Marketing about the past hype over NFTs and whether reality has sunk in. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is

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9:33

Is it time to unspare the rod?

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/07/03

The Minister of Correctional Services, Pieter Groenewald, has suggested that we start a discussion on whether we should be bringing back corporal punishment to deal with criminal tendencies among juveniles. John Maytham discusses this idea with Faranaaz Veriava, an Education Rights specialist with the Law Faculty at the University of Pretoria. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning

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6:15

A World View from London: An awful discovery at...

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2025/07/03

A pile of bodies found at crematorium in Mexico; current Dalai Lama has started a spiritual debate; a gourmet selection for space. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories

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5:51

The process to find the country’s next Deputy Chief...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/07/03

John Maytham speaks to Judges Matters’ Alison Tilley about the candidates vying for the important position of Deputy Chief Justice. Gauteng Judge President Dunstan Mlambo, Free State Judge President Cagney Musi, and Northern Cape Judge President Pule Tlaletsi are all being interviewed for the position which has been vacant for more than 300 days. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good

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4:59

Home Affairs concerned at sale of birth certificates

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2025/07/03

John Maytham speaks to Siyabulela Qoza, spokesperson for the Department of Home Affairs, about their investigation into cases of mothers selling their children’s birth certificates. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the

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8:00

What to do about increase of illicit and dangerous...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/07/03

John Maytham speaks to Maurice Smithers of Working for an Alcohol-Safer South Africa (WASSA), about concerns that the illicit alcohol trade is out of control, with research showing one in every five drinks is illegal and potentially dangerous. They discuss measures that could be put in place to bring this scourge under control. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with

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