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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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11:54

Understanding South Africa’s femicide crisis: A...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/06/16

Prof Mpumelelo Ncube, Head of the Department of Social Work at the University of the Free State, speaks to Lester Kiewit about South Africa’s ongoing femicide crisis — a national trauma that continues to claim the lives of women across the country, often at the hands of intimate partners. Drawing on his recent opinion piece and personal tragedy — the brutal murder of his sister in 2019 — Prof Ncube explores how femicide is both a symptom and consequence of deeply entrenched

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7:43

A World View from London: Tensions in the Middle...

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2025/06/16

Amid rising military exchanges, both Iran and Israel are being urged to de-escalate and avoid further conflict. In the U.S., Donald Trump had a weekend of contrasts—celebrating with a patriotic parade while also facing angry protests. And in the UK, police have asked festivalgoers to stop calling emergency services from mosh pits, reminding them that crowd-surfing isn’t a crime. Adam Gilchrist shares the latest with Lester.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:03

What the Proteas win over Australia means for SA’s...

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2025/06/16

Lester Kiewit speaks to journalist and author, Niren Tolsi, about the significance of the Proteas’ win over Australia to take the crown of World Test champions. They discuss what it means, especially for black South African players, like captain Temba Bavuma who has endured racist-tinged criticism for years.Lester Kiewit speaks to journalist and author, Niren Tolsi, about the significance of the Proteas’ win over Australia to take the crown of World Test champions. They discuss what it

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7:04

To fix our stunted economy we first need to sort out...

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2025/06/16

It has been estimated that South Africa’s GDP is 10% lower than it could be if our children were not physically and intellectually damaged by a lack of nutritious food. Since the 1990s, the rate of child undernourishment has hovered at around 25%, and it is an issue which needs to be addressed in order to lift the economy. Lester Kiewit speaks to David Harrison, CEO of the DG Murray Trust Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is

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10:39

Medical ID bracelets vs mobile emergency features:...

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2025/06/16

Ruth Goble, Operations Executive at the MedicAlert Foundation of Southern Africa, speaks to Lester Kiewit about which option is more effective in an emergency. She unpacks the importance of immediate access to critical medical information and weighs up the question: Is it better to wear your medical info or save it on your phone in a crisis? 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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10:58

Is South Africa’s mobile internet service slower than...

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2025/06/14

Have you found that mobile internet speeds in South Africa are much slower than abroad? Lester Kiewit speaks to Paul Colmer, exco member with the Wireless Application Providers Association (WAPA) to find out the main reasons why this is the case. 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

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11:44

What makes Bluey so popular that there are dedicated...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/06/13

Bluey is an award-winning animated television series which has captivated audiences across the globe, and there are now numerous podcasts dedicated to discussing each episode after airing. Lester Kiewit speaks to the family behind the “Dinner with the Heelers” podcast series. 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

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8:16

Bluey is coming to Artscape!

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/06/13

The Emmy award-winning children’s television series Bluey is coming to South Africa in the form of a theatrical performance at the Artscape Opera House from 26 June to 6 July 2025. Rehearsals are currently underway and director Jacob Williams, one of Australia’s premier puppeteers and puppetry directors, spoke to Lester Kiewit about what audiences can expect. 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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9:40

What’s news in Parliament with Tara Roos

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2025/06/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Tara Roos, a researcher and political analyst, about the latest news coming out of parliament, including. 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 programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss

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10:33

Why does Department of Education not collect data on...

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2025/06/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Elijah Mhlanga, the spokesperson for the Department of Basic Education, about why they do not keep up to date information on sex offender teachers. Currently the department leaves it up to the SA Council for Educators and individual provinces to keep track of offending teachers and carry out the necessary screening processes. There is however now a bid to change this situation. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This

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9:00

Security company boss and underworld figure shot dead...

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2025/06/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Aron Hyman, a senior analyst at Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (Gitoc) about the murder of underworld figure and security company boss Andre Naude. Naude had been facing murder charges relating to the death of Brian Wainstein, known as the steroid king. 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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6:48

Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: AUKUS Doubts,...

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2025/06/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to Katie Macdonald in this week’s Pacific Dispatch. They discuss fresh uncertainty surrounding Australia’s AUKUS submarine deal after a U.S. review raised concerns, and the high-profile mushroom poisoning trial of Erin Patterson, who denies charges related to the deaths of three family members. Plus, they end on a lighter note with the release of Uber’s Lost and Found Index, revealing some of the most bizarre items left behind by Aussie and Kiwi passengers.

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5:47

Investigation underway into deadly Air India crash

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/06/13

Lester Kiewit speaks to veteran aviation analyst Ahmed Bassa about the horrific crash of Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner, which slammed into a building in Ahmedabad, shortly after take-off. The Air India flight was headed for London, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew. 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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7:26

Exploring social media’s positive role in romance

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2025/06/13

Clinical psychology graduate Lauren Maytham spoke to Lester Kiewit about her research into the positive role social media can play in romantic relationships. Drawing from her Master’s work at Nelson Mandela University, Lauren challenged the usual doom-and-gloom narratives around platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp, instead highlighting how they can foster intimacy, connection, and support between partners when used mindfully. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the

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7:03

Cape Town man gifted a Hilux to Ukraine cause

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2025/06/12

When Cape Town businessman Hector Elliot heard about a friend in Britain delivering vehicles to Ukraine to be used for humanitarian aid purposes, he decided to purchase a vehicle and drive it there himself. The journey was full of challenges, and he shares the experience with Lester Kiewit. 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,

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5:34

Emerging economies – Focus on India: All-party...

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2025/06/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to Prof. Dilip Menon, Professor of History in the International Relations Department at Wits University, about: India’s all-party mission following the India-Pakistan war; a thaw in Indo-Canada relations; and how Indian student visas to the USA have been affected. 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,

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13:46

A call to reform South Africa’s prisons by ending...

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2025/06/12

Justice Edwin Cameron’s latest book, “Behind Prison Walls” (co-written with Rebecca Gore and Sohela Surajpal), takes a look at our current correctional service system, and why it needs to be overhauled. Lester Kiewit speaks to criminal justice analyst and co-author Rebecca Gore. 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,

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12:07

Might our unemployment rate be closer to 10%?

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2025/06/12

According to Gerrie Fourie, CEO of Capitec, South Africa’s unemployment rate might be closer to 10% than 32.9%, due to many people engaged in the informal economy and not included in official statistics. Lester Kiewit explores this notion with Marc Lubner, Group Chief Executive Officer of Afrika Tikkun and Exec Chairman. 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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8:56

Should SA brace for more political assassinations as...

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2025/06/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to violence monitor Mary De Haas about a spike in political assassinations in Stellenbosch and whether it is an indicator that KZN is no longer the preserve of political killings. They discuss if the country should brace itself for more hits as local government elections approach in 2026. 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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4:42

SA needs a climate change mitigation plan to save lives

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2025/06/12

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Nomhle Ngwenya, independent climate change researcher and member of National Advisory Council on Innovation of SA, about how the government needs to take urgent action to mitigate the brutal effects of climate change and extreme weather conditions. This after 49 lives were lost in flood and rain hit Eastern Cape. 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

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