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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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9:41

Helen Zille’s comment sparks outrage among LGBTIQ+...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/23

Lester Kiewit speaks to Steve Letsike, founder of Access Chapter 2, a registered NPO which promotes human rights and empowerment among women, girls, and LGBTIQ+ persons, to get a response on comments made on X by Helen Zille in support of a UK Supreme Court ruling that excludes transgender women from the definition of “woman” under that country’s Equality Act. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic

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6:44

How do teachers cope with so many public holidays in...

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2025/04/23

Lester Kiewit speaks to Basil Manuel, the executive director of the National Professional Teachers Organisation of SA, about how teachers deal with a second term at school, dotted with public holidays, and days off. How do they ensure learners are not losing out on valuable time in the classroom? 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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8:25

GroundUp news: Successful lottery licence bidder to...

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2025/04/23

Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau says he will announce the successful bidder for the fourth lottery licence on 28 May 2025; a matriculant’s dreams of becoming a doctor shattered due to not having a birth certificate; court halts further development on a luxury Stellenbosch Mountain estate. Lester Kiewit speaks to Barbara October of GroundUp News. 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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6:36

Planting protest: Councillor Quentin Meyer on trees,...

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2025/04/23

In Pretoria North, a protest that involved planting trees in potholes grabbed national attention and sparked debate about how far communities should go to demand service delivery. Councillor Quentin Meyer, who led the initiative in Tshwane’s Ward 2, joins Lester Kiewit to explain the motivations behind the protest, respond to the city's claims of vandalism, and share his views on how local government can better serve its residents. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the

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6:05

The Africa Report with The Continent: Kabila’s party...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/22

Lester Kiewit gets The Africa Report with Kiri Rupiah of The Continent. They discuss Joseph Kabila’s political party being banned in the DRC; the African cardinal who could be in the running to replace Pope Francis; Gout Gout’s comparisons to Usain Bolt. 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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10:35

Know your rights when it comes to outstanding debt...

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2025/04/22

In a landmark ruling the Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of the National Credit Regulator (NCR) when it affirmed that contracts entered between customers and unscrupulous credit lenders and unregistered lenders will now be nullified and cannot be enforced in law. But what does this mean? Lester Kiewit speaks to Tebogo Ntsimane, Head of Investigations and Enforcement at the National Credit Regulator. They also discuss whether outstanding TV licences are considered traditional debt and

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9:09

A World View from London: Tributes to Pope Francis

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/22

Tributes on the passing of Pope Francis although he didn’t, please all Catholics all the time; leaky American secrets; global shortage of pistachios. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories 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, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share

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15:35

Should we be concerned about possible US deportee...

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2025/04/22

It appears that a number of our neighbouring countries might be willing to accept deportees from the USA as part of negotiations towards less punitive trade tariffs. Given the reputation of our porous borders, how concerned should we be towards the possibility of those deportees entering South Africa? Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Mike Masiapato, Commissioner and CEO of the Border Management Authority, and to Dr Rebecca Walker, research consultant at the African Centre for Migration and Society at Wits

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7:51

Pope Francis' legacy and the future of the Catholic...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/22

Following the passing of Pope Francis, Lester Kiewit is joined by Professor Mathew Schmalz, a global Catholicism scholar at the College of the Holy Cross, to reflect on his transformative papacy. Known for his compassion, humility, and commitment to justice, Pope Francis reshaped the Catholic Church, focusing on inclusion, care for the poor, and global solidarity. Professor Schmalz discusses the significance of Pope Francis’s leadership, his burial in the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major,

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10:27

What the Hack! Samsung’s mobile security move, Oppo’s...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/22

In this week’s What the Hack, Arthur Goldstuck speaks to Lester Kiewit about Samsung’s launch of the Galaxy A Series in Braamfontein and its surprising inclusion of a 12-month Aura mobile security subscription—bringing armed response to a more affordable market. He also reviews the new Oppo Reno13, highlights what’s expected at the Shanghai Motor Show, and shares practical advice on avoiding ATM swap and clone scams while travelling over the long weekends. Good Morning Cape

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6:03

Running community reacts as City of Cape Town...

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2025/04/22

Oom Wiestse, leader of the 15,000-member Wieste se Run group, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the recent controversy surrounding the Two Oceans Marathon. After the City of Cape Town pulled its support due to permit breaches, the marathon’s future is now in question. Oom Wiestse shares insights from the running community in the Northern Suburbs and discusses what this means for the event going forward. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This

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5:57

It’s do-or-die time for the Stormers as they take on...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/17

The DHL Stormers need to grind out a series of wins in their remaining league-stage matches of the United Rugby Championship in order to secure a spot in the playoffs. They will be taking on Connaught this Saturday (19 April) at DHL Cape Town Stadium. Lester Kiewit speaks to Stormers forwards coach Rito Hlungwani. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:14

Roberto Quintas responds on Mitchell’s Plain...

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2025/04/17

Councillor Roberto Quintas, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility at the City of Cape Town, speaks to Lester Kiewit about the ongoing roadworks in Mitchell’s Plain. As commuters face significant disruptions, including road closures and delays, Councillor Quintas explains the need for the infrastructure upgrades and addresses concerns about the timing of these projects.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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4:06

A World View from London: Students do Nazi salutes at...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/17

There is evidence of students doing Nazi salute at infamous death camp; fake news arrests in Russia; the U.K. Supreme court has attempted a definition for what makes someone a woman. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:09

How your small change helps the homeless

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/17

Lester Kiewit speaks to Chantel Sampson, a former homeless who now works for Streetscapes. She discusses why people should not frown upon giving change to those living on the streets. Chantel says it is a small gesture but can mean alot to those in need.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:45

South Africa needs an army of social workers to help...

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2025/04/17

Lester Kiewit speaks to Marianne Thamm, Associate Editor at Daily Maverick, about the case of missing Joshlin Smith, and how she embodies the plight of far too many children, living in poverty, exposed to drug addicted adults, with no support system or food security.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:31

Trendspotting Thursday: Fair compensation for musicians

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/17

Consumers are looking at ways that they can support artists, so they get what they deserve for their art, while audio streaming platforms are being exposed for choosing their profits over art. Lester Kiewit speaks to Kirsty Bisset, MD of HaveYouHeard Marketing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:49

Fancy those fancy goods but not willing to pay fancy...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/04/17

Are factories in China really making famous brand items available to markets at a fraction of the regular price but simply without the logos and branding? Would they still be considered as counterfeit? Lester Kiewit discusses how trademarks and unique product designs are protected around the world as he speaks to Jarred West, partner at Spoor & Fisher. 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

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7:48

Massage etiquette to avoid embarrassing encounters

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2025/04/16

What is the best way to avoid an awkward situation from arising during a massage therapy session? Lester Kiewit speaks to Rudi Baker of CAMS Insttute, which offers courses in massage therapy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:51

What is the point of RICA if scammers keep using...

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2025/04/16

How is it that scam callers seem to have an infinite supply of mobile SIM cards to call us from, when everyone is meant to register their details each time, they purchase a new SIM card? Lester Kiewit speaks to Adv. Thokozani Mvelase, CEO of COMRIC (Communication Risk Information Centre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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