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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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11:38

Restaurants struggle with no-show bookings as tables...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/30

Restaurants across Cape Town are facing a growing challenge as tables are reserved online, sometimes filling venues completely, only for patrons not to show up. This trend is causing lost revenue, wasted food, and disrupted service for staff and owners. Lee-Anne Singer, FEDHASA Cape Chairperson, speaks to John Maytham about how widespread no-show bookings have become, the impact on the hospitality industry, and what measures restaurants and FEDHASA are consideringto addressthe problem

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7:19

The World View from London with Adam Gilchrist

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/30

A World View from London:Geopolitical tension, environmentalclean-upsand predictions for the year ahead Adam Gilchrist joins John Maytham for a global round-up that starts in East Asia, where China has launched fresh military drills around Taiwan, escalating regional tensions and prompting concern about stability in the Taiwan Strait. The conversation then shifts to the slopes of Mount Everest, where Nepal’s efforts to tackle mounting rubbish left by climbers are under scrutiny as authorities

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11:50

Hero lifeguard revives drowned child in multiple rescue

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/30

John Maytham speaks toSaadiq Parker ofStrandfonteinSurf Lifesaving Club, who pulled off the daring rescue of four people including two children at Miller’s Point, on his day off.Oneeight year-oldgirl had to be resuscitated after she showed no signs of life. Saadiq and bystanders managed to stabilise the child until emergency services arrived. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of theCapeTalkbreakfast show. This programmeis your authentic Cape Town wake-up call

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6:44

E-hailing drivers shoot down Police Commissioner’s...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/30

John Maytham speaks to chairperson of the Western Cape E-hailing Association, Siyabonga Hlabisa, about why they disagree with the assertion by the Western Cape police commissioner Lieutenant General ThembisilePatekile, that despite the high demand for services during the festive season, there has been no spike in e-hailing-related crimes, such as robberies, hijackings, or driver assaults. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of theCapeTalkbreakfast show. This programmeis your

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15:02

Creatine powder may do more for your health than you...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/30

As research uncovers health benefits beyond sports and bodybuilding, John Maytham speaks to Tayla Du Plessis, registered dietician at the Sport Science Institute of South Africa (SISSA), about how creatine can support brain health, cognitive function and mental resilience. They also discuss what the latest findings on creatine could mean for everyday health choices and who might benefit from including this supplement in their routine. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of

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13:30

South Africa’s film industry sounds the alarm as jobs...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/30

South Africa’s film and television industry is facinga serious crisis, with stalled productions putting thousands of jobs at risk. John Maytham speaksto, Simon Makwela,a representative from the Save SA Film Jobs coalition, about the urgent need to reform the DTIC’s Film and TV Incentive Scheme. They explain how delays and mismanagement are driving projects abroad, costing the country investment, and outline the coalition’s planned marches to the DTIC offices in Cape Town and

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8:08

Divisions in the DA: Aucamp asks public protector to...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/29

John Maytham is joined by Prof Kedibone Phago, Political analyst discussing the renewed internal tensions within the DA following accusations that Dion George abused state resources, leading to calls for an investigation by the Public Protector. They also touch on the impact that this will have on the DA’s public image as the local government elections approaching. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of theCapeTalkbreakfast show. This programmeis your authentic Cape Town

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11:20

Past achievements and future goals of the NSRI

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/29

The National Sea Rescue Institute provides an invaluable service and is reliant on dedicated volunteers and public funding to carry out life-saving operations, both at the coast and inland. John Maytham speaks to CEO Mike Vonk to discuss some of the stand-out moments of 2025– the good and the bad – and to look ahead at their plans and goals for 2026 and beyond. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of theCapeTalkbreakfast show. This programmeis your authentic Cape Town

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6:51

The World View from London with Adam Gilchrist

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/29

A World View from London: Emotional protests, migrant anger and a haunting discovery from the past. Adam Gilchrist joins John Maytham to reflect on three global stories shaping headlines around the world. The conversation looks at emotional protests in Israel, where families of hostages intensify calls for a Gaza ceasefire, the outrage among immigrant communities in Switzerland after a young boy dies during a police chase, and the remarkable discovery of a Nazi looted painting hanging on a wall in

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15:37

Outlook for the 2026 global political year

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/29

John Maytham speaks to Patrick Porter, reflecting on what has happened in global politics and events in 2025 and how that will shape and influence what will happen in global politics in 2026. They touch on the shifts in US leadership, the rise of far-right influence, ongoing conflicts like in Gaza and growing debates around international law and accountability. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of theCapeTalkbreakfast show. This programmeis your authentic Cape Town wake-up call

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12:02

Project Idries: Cyclists to raise funds to better...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/29

In conversation with John Maytham, Nick Clelland talks about how Cyclists are among the most vulnerable road users in South Africa . They also touch on weak law enforcement and how it now forces cycling communities to fund their own safety on the roads. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of theCapeTalkbreakfast show. This programmeis your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative,enlighteningand accessible. The team’s ability to

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10:36

Water-scarce George Municipality uses high-powered...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/29

Due to the severe water restrictions in place along parts of the Garden Route, high-powered blowers are being deployed by trained fire crews to knock down flames by blowing heat away and separating fire from dry grass fuel. John Maytham speaks to Santa Sterndorf, Station Commander in the George Municipality GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of theCapeTalkbreakfast show. This programmeis your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. GoodMorningCape Town with Lester Kiewit is

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6:15

Gift of the Givers assists Western Cape with water...

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/26

Mario Ferreira from Gift of the Givers joined Zain Johnson to give us an update on the deployment of emergency water tankers to the communities of Zoar and Ladismith in the Western 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 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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10:23

Siya's coming home

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/26

Siya's coming home- Rugby365 editor Jan de Koning spoke to Zain about the return of Siya Kolisi to the Stormers. 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 the popular World

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11:46

Cape Town fire update

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/26

Cape Town Fire & Rescue spokesperson Jermaine Carelse gave us an update on the various fires that have been keeping firefighters occupied over the last couple of 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 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

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10:13

NSRI Update

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/26

Craig Lambinon , spokesperson for the NSRI gave Zain Johnson an update on the what's been happening at Cape Town beaches 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 the

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26:26

Baxter over the Festive

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/25

The Baxter Theatre's Fahiem Stellenboom joined us live in studio to talk about the Baxter Theatre's festive offerings & to talk about handling grief over the festive season. 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

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6:56

No bail for Anti-Gang Unit members

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/25

Lesiba Thobakgale, National Spokesperson for the SA Police Union expressed the unions dismay at the court decision to deny bail to 10 members of the AGU who are accused of the murder of an alleged Manenberg gangster. Good Morning Cape Town, Zain Johnson, Lesiba Thobakgale ,SA Police Union 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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12:33

Being Happy & Content over the Festive Season

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/25

Charissa Bloomberg, Psychologist Charissa Bloomberg spoke to Zain about the difference between being happy & content over the festive season. 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

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5:52

Ladles of Love Christmas Special

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit ·

2025/12/25

Danny Dilberto, Founder of Ladles of Love spoke to Zain about the NGO's Christmas Day event at Salesians Institute in Greenpoint 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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