East Coast Breakfast

Nomzamo Mbatha talks about her dreams of conquering American entertainment

'Coming 2 America' is the sequel to one of Eddie Murphy's most iconic movies. And South Africa is proudly representing, as Nomzamo Mbatha takes on the role of 'Mirembe' and stars alongside the legends such as Eddie Murphy and James Earl Jones. What was it like filming with these A-list…

5 Mar 2021 6AM 9 min

Darren Maule renames Durban

We all know about the latest South African name change. Port Elizabeth is no longer and instead is now called Gqeberha. But what does that mean for Durban? Will the name be changing soon? Darren had a long hard think about this and decided he has a few suggestions. But…

4 Mar 2021 11PM 3 min

What does Tiger Woods, Darren Maule and Eddie Murphy have in common?

It's Friday and it's time for another #DKSApproved courtesy of your favourite Breakfast trio. What items will be receiving the coveted DKS Stamp of Approval? Darren and Sky Tshabalala have something in common since their giving their stamps to two very similar things. Keri Miller however is giving her stamp…

4 Mar 2021 11PM 5 min

Find out how you can leave a party without having to say goodbye

It's time for the last #GetFactd of the week and what better way to end off the week than talking about parties? But what about party etiquette? Sometimes you might just be in a hurry or you want to sneak out without anyone noticing. Turns out there is a special…

4 Mar 2021 11PM 4 min

Sky Tshabalala now hates Wednesdays

In case you didn't know, Sky hates Tuesdays. Unlike most people, who despise Mondays, he has always had a hate-hate relationship with the second day of the week. (Which we know is a bit weird but we don't judge.) After #HumpDay though, Sky has found a new enemy in Wednesdays…

3 Mar 2021 8PM 3 min

Environmental activist needs help saving Durban's dunes

Today on Keri's Couch: Ever wonder what you could do to help the environment? Do you sometimes feel helpless when you see the terrible state some of our beaches are in? KZN is a beautiful province, and it should be kept that way. Join Keri Miller as she chats to…

3 Mar 2021 8PM 10 min

For centuries men have been protecting the wrong heads

Today on #GetFactd: Find out how a Californian drought contributed to the rise of a certain sport, why the FBI and CIA love Mormons, but most importantly Darren Maule has a very special cricket fact. It turns out that cricketers have not been getting their priorities straight when it comes…

3 Mar 2021 8PM 4 min

Keri Miller shares her quarterback love story

Good Mauling! Keri Miller kicked off the morning (pun intended) by sharing a love story that sounds like it came right out of a typical teen-coming-of-age movie. It involves a Goo Goo dolls concert, an American football player, and a dose of young love.

2 Mar 2021 9PM 3 min

Keri Miller and Sky Tshabalala's minds were completely blown during #GetFactd

This might be the hardest Darren Mauke has ever #Factd his team. His facts are always on point and next-level interesting, but today Keri and Sky really could not deal! If you have ever wondered why it's called daylight robbery? What could the connection between the sun and theft possibly…

2 Mar 2021 9PM 4 min

Will the COVID-19 vaccine completely eradicate the virus?

While the number of coronavirus cases has been on a consistent decline, which is incredible news, most people are still suspicious. And why wouldn't you be, seeing as how, for the past year, just as things have been seeming to improve and the light at the end of the tunnel…

2 Mar 2021 9PM 4 min

Find out how Darren Maule celebrated 365 days of lockdown

This Tuesday morning, things are feeling good! Everyone is positive, especially considering how well things are going with the COVID-19 vaccine rollout. But are they counting their chickens before they hatch? Will we ever be able to go without masks again? Darren, Keri, and Sky share their current lockdown feels!

2 Mar 2021 2AM 3 min

Where does the phrase "slim pickings" come from?

It's time to #GetFactd! As always Darren is dropping some knowledge and today is rich with history. As it turns out, there are some signs that South Korea and North Korea might one day be reunited once again, and the origin of the phrase slim pickings can be found in…

1 Mar 2021 11PM 3 min

Is there any connection between Tuberculosis and COVID-19?

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health is here to provide you with all the info you could possibly need about COVID-19, the vaccine, and the lockdown. But Dr. Sandile Shabalala is also here to remind you that it is TB Awareness Month. Although there is another virus that has now caused…

1 Mar 2021 11PM 4 min

Darren Maule explains why March 2021 is extra special

It's a new month and exciting things are coming! This morning the team discussed everything from snorkeling in Umhlanga (which is apparently unheard of) to the moon and its magical ways. But most importantly, Sky mentioned that it was a special lady's birthday, although the actual birth date has left…

28 Feb 2021 8PM 3 min

How is drug legalisation affecting the junk food industry?

Darren Maule is helping his friends #GetFactd! Keri Miller and Sky Tshabalala are learning so much thanks to Darren and his trustworthy factoids. Find out how drugs and Domino's are connected, how many different types of rainbows exist, and what weird behaviour is banned in Turkmenistan.

28 Feb 2021 8PM 2 min

People are upset about prisoners receiving their vaccines

On today's #CoronavirusUpdate: R. Kelly has received both of his COVID-19 vaccine doses while in prison and people have a lot of feelings about it. In more local news: President Ramaphosa had another successful family meeting yesterday and more developments regarding the Johnson & Johnson vaccines that are on their…

28 Feb 2021 8PM 3 min

This week: WIN your share of R50,000

East Coast Radio and Auto & General are putting friendships to the test! You can win your share of R50 000 in our Call A Friend competition. Do you have a friend that you trust unconditionally? Can you name a friend you trust so much that you know they will…

28 Feb 2021 8PM 2 min

Skyy Aviation winner shares emotional moment with the team

Skyy Aviation gave school-leavers an opportunity to win a bursary to study a 15-month training course and we asked you to tell us why you deserve to win this prize valued at R64 000. Out of the thousands of entries we received, we randomly selected our finalists and finally, our…

26 Feb 2021 3AM 6 min

Sky Tshabalala reveals more about his 'lady friend'

IT'S FRIYAY! Darren Maule and Sky chat about sunrises, sunsets, and how beautiful these views are. But it turns out that Sky also has eyes for something, or someone, else... We're starting to get the feeling that he might no longer be the bachelor we thought he was!

25 Feb 2021 8PM 2 min

Sky Tshabalala broke the #DKSApproved rules!

Every week Darren, Keri and Sky give their highly coveted stamp of approval to something they like. And we mean like-like. But Sky has done something that is unheard of on #DKSApproved and broke protocol by giving his stamp to a video that has not even been released yet! It…

25 Feb 2021 8PM 5 min