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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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5:02

Abandoned vehicles and intersection gridlocks: City...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/18

Lester Kiewit speaks to Maxine Bezuidenhout, spokesperson for the City’s Traffic Services, about how abandoned vehicles on public roads are handled and the enforcement of road safety regulations, such as the blocking of intersections by inconsiderate drivers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:10

Money on a Monday: How to find out if a life...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/18

We have seen cases where life insurance policies have been taken out on individuals, only for them to meet an untimely demise sometime later and the fraudulent beneficiary being paid out. How can one find out if the is a target on one’s back because an insurance policy has been taken out in one’s name and without knowledge or permission? Lester Kiewit speaks to Garth de Klerk, CEO of the South African Insurance Crime Bureau.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:28

Archbishop of of Canterbury resignation raises...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/15

Correction: John Smyth was described as a lawyer for both KwaSizabantu and Doctors for Life. KwaSizabantu says that Smyth never represented them and only acted as a lawyer for Doctors for Life. In the interview, Lester speaks to Erika Bornman, the author of 'Mission of Malice - My Exodus from KwaSizabantu'. They discuss UK barrister John Smyth who moved from the UK to South Africa, where he allegedly abused scores of children. The head of the Anglican Church has resigned over his role in covering up

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7:01

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: is it all hype?

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/15

58-year-old Mike Tyson, the former undisputed heavyweight world champion, will be taking on Jake Paul (27), the Youtuber-turned-boxer on Friday night (15 November), in a fight which will span eight rounds of two minutes each. Lester Kiewit speaks to boxing journalist Peter Leopeng to find out if it is a bout which can be taken seriously.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:17

Is it time for rugby to drop “respect the kicker”?

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/15

Is it time for rugby to drop one of its values which it has kept despite changing norms? We’re talking about the expectation for fans to remain quiet and respectful towards the kicker who is about to kick for points. Lester Kiewit speaks to Daniel Gallan, a journalist and lecturer specialising in the politics and history of sport at St Mary's University and the University of East London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:49

RIP Jean-Jacques Cornish

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/15

Lester Kiewit speaks to freelance journalist and member of the National Press Club executive, Antoinette Slabbert, about the passing of veteran journalist and broadcaster Jean-Jacques Cornish.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:36

Why making the rhino horn trade legal will do nothing...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/15

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Ross Harvey, Director of Harvey Economics, a wildlife research consultancy firm, about why he believes the momentum-shift towards wanting to legalise the rhino horn trade is a step in the wrong direction, and will do little to boost rhino numbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:18

What new government-imposed restrictions could mean...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/15

The short-term rental platform Airbnb has played a pivotal role in shaping South Africa’s short-term rental market with Airbnbs in Cape Town welcoming 700,000 guests in 2023 alone but, like in many other countries, locals have been calling for restrictions to be put in place to avoid making the housing crisis worse. The South African government has announced plans to regulate Airbnb and other short-term rental platforms with the aim of balancing the needs of tourism, housing and the local

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7:00

Pacific Dispatch with Katie Macdonald: World’s...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/15

The world’s largest coral has been discovered in the Solomon Islands, 300 years old and larger than a blue whale, it’s the largest coral colony ever recorded; New Zealand parliament suspended due to protests over first reading of contentious Māori rights bill; Dr. Brett Robinson, former Wallaby, elected to most powerful job in world rugby. Katie Macdonald shares all the details with Lester Kiewit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:27

Panel discussion: The Internet and Radicalization of...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/14

Lester Kiewit hosted a panel discussion on “The Internet and Radicalization of Young Men,” exploring how online spaces can foster extremism among youth and what can be done to counteract it. The panellists were William Bird, Director of Media Monitoring Africa; Darren Campher, an entrepreneur and content creator focused on socioeconomic and political issues locally and globally; and Dan Corder, a broadcaster, social media politics commentator, and TV show host known for his insightful perspectives

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6:24

A World View from London: Experts propose solution to...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/14

Experts at COP29 have suggested a cheap soution to eliminating aeroplane vapour trails; mode flooding in Spain; America’s new Secretary of Defence. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:10

Open Secrets launches report on property laundering...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/14

Open Secrets will be unveiling their latest report following a multi-year investigation into how South Africa’s luxury property sector is complicit in laundering the proceeds of grand corruption from across Africa. Lester Kiewit speaks to Ra’eesa Pather, senior investigator at Open Secrets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:08

Mental health crisis brewing among South Africa’s...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/14

Lester Kiewit speaks to Dr Volker Hitzeroth, Medicolegal Consultant at the Medical Protection Society, about a survey they have done which shows South African doctors are continuing to go to work despite suffering serious mental health concerns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:42

What to make of Trump placing Musk in high-ranking...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/14

Lester Kiewit speaks to J Brooks Spector, associate editor at Daily Maverick, about what to make of Donald Trump appointing his big supporter and tech billionaire Elon Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:19

Trendspotting Thursday: DIY on the rise

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/14

In recent years, there has been a noticeable uptick in modern home improvement brands and innovative shifts, resulting in a new era of DIY leading to new opportunities within this market. Lester Kiewit speaks to Kirsty Bisset, MD of HaveYouHeard Marketing, about the growing trend within the DIY realm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:18

What happens to all the “abandoned” vehicles at our...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/14

Have you noticed the dust-covered vehicles parked at the airport? They have likely been there for months or years, but what happens to them eventually? Lester Kiewit speaks to ACSA’s senior manager for their spatial portfolio, about how they deal with these vehicles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1:46

Caller Peter talks about Grade 3 learner's school...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

Caller Peter shared his concern about a Grade 3 student in the Western Cape who responded to an assignment question about future aspirations by saying he wanted to become a gangster with a gun in hand. "How can we break this cycle of violence?" asks Peter, highlighting the urgent need for solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:32

Remember us: Leewenhof in context – the Slave Quarter...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

Lester Kiewit spoke to Joline Young about her work with the Slave Quarter Remembrance Gallery at Leeuwenhof, where she has been instrumental in shifting the focus from honoring slave owners to recognizing the lives of those who were enslaved. Joline shared the story behind this transformation, shedding light on the importance of giving these individuals the recognition they deserve. Her deep research into the history of slavery in Cape Town brings a powerful new dimension to understanding the past,

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7:45

On the couch and in conversation with Mrs Tracey Winde

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

In this month’s special broadcast of Lester in Your Lounge, Lester Kiewit visited the residence of Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, where he spoke with Tracy Winde about her public role and her dedication to community well-being. As founder of Heartshine, Tracy leads creative arts and mindfulness programs to support emotional health for children, especially in underserved areas. With a deep commitment to fostering resilience and self-expression, Tracy brings compassion and innovation to her work,

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8:17

COP29 underway in Baku

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2024/11/13

The 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference a.k.a. COP29 is currently underway in Baku, Azerbaijan. Lester Kiewit speaks to Jana Marx, Business Day correspondent at COP29, about the significance of COP29 for South Africa and how we are measuring up in terms of our climate goals for April 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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