http://www.jacarandafm.com/ Martin Bester has been driving Mzansi to work and keeping us company, or in stitches, or tears, every Monday to Friday from 06:00-09:00. The Breakfast family, or rather your morning family, takes an authentic approach to storytelling. Martin Bester's in-depth radio knowledge ensures that Breakfast with Martin Bester remains an annually award-winning show; but more importantly, he knows what his audience wants to hear. Martin responds with beautifully crafted storytelling that genuinely builds anticipation and a community around that "What's next?!" moment. The team keeps his listeners grinning from ear to ear as they try to figure out what the 'Secret Sound' was this week, or which music powerhouse will play live during 'Friday Live.' Tune in on Tuesdays and find out 'How Hard Can it Be?' as the team giggles their way through trying their hand at something new. Imagine Martin Bester playing the didgeridoo or tattooing someone live on air…for the first time! Too funny! Show Features: • Good Morning Angels • Secret Sound • Friday's My Day • Morning Family Quiz • Throwback Thursday • How Hard Can It Be • Friday Live • Confession Session News Commentary en Thu, 03 Oct 2013 11:37:43 +0200 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:05:53 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.3.0 Jacaranda FM no Daily feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p155/logo_1674_20250910_215152_1400.jpeg http://www.jacarandafm.com/ Martin Bester has been driving Mzansi to work and keeping us company, or in stitches, or tears, every Monday to Friday from 06:00-09:00. Jacaranda FM episodic Jacaranda FM rss+155+1674@iono.fm false ZA https://iono.qa/e/1654354 https://iono.qa/e/1654354 News Commentary Wed, 11 Mar 2026 08:04:00 +0200 0 0 South Africans spend the most time in traffic and they love it 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 11:35 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1654017 https://iono.qa/e/1654017 News Commentary Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:56:00 +0200 0 0 Future 50: Soul Souvlaki - From a market stall to a modern Greek dining brand 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:47 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1653925 https://iono.qa/e/1653925
She said that her daughter-in-law won't let her see her grandchildren and asked for our help.

Breakfast with Martin Bester gave their two cents and asked other listeners to also weigh in. ]]> News Commentary Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:46:00 +0200 0 0 Asking For A Friend: My daughter-in-law won't let me see my grandchildren 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 31:37 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1653916 https://iono.qa/e/1653916 News Commentary Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:30:00 +0200 0 0 Countries actively headhunting South Africans for top jobs 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:44 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1653893 https://iono.qa/e/1653893 News Commentary Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:43:00 +0200 0 0 This is South Africa's favourite takeaway food 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:52 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1653532 https://iono.qa/e/1653532 News Commentary Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:43:00 +0200 0 0 More parents commit address fraud to get kids into preferred schools 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:25 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1653025 https://iono.qa/e/1653025 News Commentary Fri, 06 Mar 2026 09:55:00 +0200 0 0 SA politician Geordin Hill-Lewis talks about his run for DA federal leader 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:12 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1652965 https://iono.qa/e/1652965
Hy het onlangs op sosiale media gewaarsku oor ’n eenvoudige speelding waarmee baie kinders al jare lank speel.

In sy Facebook-plasing het die sanger gedeel dat sy seun, Leben, 90% van sy sig verloor het nadat daar ’n laser in sy oog geskyn is.

Breakfast with Martin Bester het met Van Jaarsveld oor die insident gesels. ]]> News Commentary Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:45:00 +0200 0 0 Bobby van Jaarsveld raak emosioneel nadat sy seun 'n oogoperasie moes ondergaan 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 7:46 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1652947 https://iono.qa/e/1652947 News Commentary Fri, 06 Mar 2026 06:55:00 +0200 0 0 Alan Winde causes a stir after arriving in Parliament in bicycle shorts 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:46 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1652546 https://iono.qa/e/1652546 News Commentary Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:47:00 +0200 0 0 How much the highest-paid Proteas players earn 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:13 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1652545 https://iono.qa/e/1652545 News Commentary Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:45:00 +0200 0 0 Geliefde vermaaklikheidster Soli Philander sterf 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:19 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1652198 https://iono.qa/e/1652198 News Commentary Wed, 04 Mar 2026 11:49:00 +0200 0 0 South African rugby player Hacjivah Dayimani slams realtors over property application "scam" 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 31:27 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1652092 https://iono.qa/e/1652092 News Commentary Wed, 04 Mar 2026 08:50:00 +0200 0 0 Can we stop judging each other for the way we pronounce things? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:49 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1652042 https://iono.qa/e/1652042 News Commentary Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:22:00 +0200 0 0 Future 50: Olympic Paints - Second-generation innovation 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:14 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1651938 https://iono.qa/e/1651938 News Commentary Tue, 03 Mar 2026 18:38:00 +0200 0 0 Asking For A Friend: I have a crush on my brother-in-law 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 17:52 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1651634 https://iono.qa/e/1651634 News Commentary Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:28:00 +0200 0 0 Two orphaned baby rhinos saved in Kruger National Park 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:17 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1650496 https://iono.qa/e/1650496 News Commentary Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:28:00 +0200 0 0 'Liefde by die Dam': Maak gereed vir ’n enorme partytjie! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:17 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1650479 https://iono.qa/e/1650479 News Commentary Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:49:00 +0200 0 0 Centurion follow-home gang targeting luxury watches busted 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:29 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1650075 https://iono.qa/e/1650075 News Commentary Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:48:00 +0200 0 0 Woman washes underwear in hotel coffee machine 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:27 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1649703 https://iono.qa/e/1649703 News Commentary Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:37:00 +0200 0 0 Handré Pollard talks all things rugby, family life, fatherhood, and school rugby 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 27:22 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1649607 https://iono.qa/e/1649607 News Commentary Wed, 25 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0200 0 0 Unveiling of new statues sparks controversy among residents 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:23 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1649606 https://iono.qa/e/1649606 News Commentary Wed, 25 Feb 2026 06:58:00 +0200 0 0 Bakkie repeatedly slams into vehicle to get out of parking 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:49 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1649215 https://iono.qa/e/1649215 News Commentary Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:12:00 +0200 0 0 Flawless IT Solutions: From bedroom start-up to trusted IT partner 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:03 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1649197 https://iono.qa/e/1649197 News Commentary Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:48:00 +0200 0 0 Guess this sound and win R50,000 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:08 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1649151 https://iono.qa/e/1649151 News Commentary Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:14:00 +0200 0 0 Punch the monkey finally makes a friend 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:44 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1648193 https://iono.qa/e/1648193 News Commentary Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:55:00 +0200 0 0 Life is like a box of chocolates: Listener wins R50,000 on the Secret Sound of Love 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:42 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1647772 https://iono.qa/e/1647772 News Commentary Thu, 19 Feb 2026 07:49:00 +0200 0 0 These two provinces have more people who are unemployed than working 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:21 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1646938 https://iono.qa/e/1646938
The content creator posted a two-part video in which she listed the hilarious signs that a South African has money.

Breakfast with Martin Bester asked listeners what they think the signs are that a South African is rich. ]]> News Commentary Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:36:00 +0200 0 0 These are the signs a South African is rich 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 15:05 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1646476 https://iono.qa/e/1646476 News Commentary Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:37:00 +0200 0 0 Melville woman 'showers' in the street amid water crisis 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:42 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1646475 https://iono.qa/e/1646475 News Commentary Mon, 16 Feb 2026 08:35:00 +0200 0 0 'Hulle bied al vir my rolstoele by die lughawe aan,' sê Nataniël 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 27:35 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1645511 https://iono.qa/e/1645511 News Commentary Thu, 12 Feb 2026 21:40:00 +0200 0 0 The most common Valentine's gifts people buy 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:13 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1644648 https://iono.qa/e/1644648 News Commentary Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:47:00 +0200 0 0 LOOK: Pretoria residents clean up neglected street corner 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:20 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1644306 https://iono.qa/e/1644306 News Commentary Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:20:00 +0200 0 0 Future50: Supafoods - Shifting from a supplier to a solution 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:04 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1644233 https://iono.qa/e/1644233 News Commentary Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:40:00 +0200 0 0 SA woman wins R800k hours before Lotto ticket expires 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:04 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1643091 https://iono.qa/e/1643091 News Commentary Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:26:00 +0200 0 0 Tshwane Metro Police take action against illegal highway crossings 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:26 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1642844 https://iono.qa/e/1642844 News Commentary Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:14:00 +0200 0 0 Listener unknowingly drops massive Secret Sound clue 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:47 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1642818 https://iono.qa/e/1642818 News Commentary Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:13:00 +0200 0 0 Would you pay R4000 to see the Springboks vs All Blacks in South Africa? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:19 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1642699 https://iono.qa/e/1642699 News Commentary Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:46:00 +0200 0 0 Proof that Breakfast with Martin Bester is the No. 1 supporter of sport in South Africa 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:29 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1642347 https://iono.qa/e/1642347 News Commentary Wed, 04 Feb 2026 08:33:00 +0200 0 0 Franco Mostert en sy vrou 'trou' vir 'n tweede keer 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:09 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1642321 https://iono.qa/e/1642321 News Commentary Wed, 04 Feb 2026 07:35:00 +0200 0 0 Should schools ban cellphones? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 14:47 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1641949 https://iono.qa/e/1641949 News Commentary Tue, 03 Feb 2026 10:23:00 +0200 0 0 Future 50: CK Advertising - From professional sport to brand execution 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:08 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1641422 https://iono.qa/e/1641422 News Commentary Mon, 02 Feb 2026 08:49:00 +0200 0 0 Should your partner always join you at family gatherings? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 19:47 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1641390 https://iono.qa/e/1641390
The visiting team and eventual victors started the United Rugby Championship derby fixture strongly, already scoring in the 35th second.

Unfortunately for the Sharks, the victory didn't come without some controversy.

Social media was flooded with comments after Sharks wing Jaco Williams scored a try that many felt should not have been awarded.

With the ball already over the try line, Stormers fullback Warrick Gelant was on his way to pick it up when Williams quickly ran towards the ball, applying pressure while it was over the try line. ]]> News Commentary Mon, 02 Feb 2026 07:47:00 +0200 0 0 Was this really a try from Sharks player Jaco Williams? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:01 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1640851 https://iono.qa/e/1640851 News Commentary Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:03:00 +0200 0 0 Só het Amor Vittone en Marius van Biljon verloof geraak 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:56 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1640784 https://iono.qa/e/1640784 News Commentary Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:54:00 +0200 0 0 How will Breakfast with Martin Bester spend the money if they win the Lotto? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:39 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1640382 https://iono.qa/e/1640382 News Commentary Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:23:00 +0200 0 0 South Africans share why they sometimes don’t speak their home language 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 24:19 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1639888 https://iono.qa/e/1639888 News Commentary Wed, 28 Jan 2026 11:23:00 +0200 0 0 The new Secret Sound worth R50,000 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:18 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1639784 https://iono.qa/e/1639784 News Commentary Wed, 28 Jan 2026 07:48:00 +0200 0 0 SA rugby players and brothers David and Richard Kriel play ‘Who’s More Likely’ 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 13:58 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1639153 https://iono.qa/e/1639153 News Commentary Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:57:00 +0200 0 0 How to tell your friend you don't like their partner 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 15:50 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1639105 https://iono.qa/e/1639105 News Commentary Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:46:00 +0200 0 0 Parents warned against this popular kids' show 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:41 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1638136 https://iono.qa/e/1638136 News Commentary Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0200 0 0 We have a new R50,000 Secret Sound winner! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:03 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1638098 https://iono.qa/e/1638098 News Commentary Fri, 23 Jan 2026 09:47:00 +0200 0 0 Zaan Sonnekus het ’n geheime "tattoo"! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:40 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1636633 https://iono.qa/e/1636633 News Commentary Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:43:00 +0200 0 0 Amor Vittone's new love opens up about tragic loss of his wife 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 21:52 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1636227 https://iono.qa/e/1636227
Sigge answered questions regarding food safety and explained the exact difference between use by, sell by and best before dates. ]]> News Commentary Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:51:00 +0200 0 0 The best way to store your condiments 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:55 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1636224 https://iono.qa/e/1636224
Sigge answered questions regarding food safety and explained the exact difference between use by, sell by and best before dates. ]]> News Commentary Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:50:00 +0200 0 0 The difference between use-by, sell-by and best-before dates 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:58 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1636212 https://iono.qa/e/1636212
More than 30 people have reportedly died in Limpopo and Mpumalanga following the floods.

Thousands have been left destitute after their homes were submerged, with many residents being moved to temporary shelters.

In Mpumalanga alone, assessed damage has exceeded R2 billion, with officials looking to rebuild homes and repair infrastructure.

One of the main areas hit by flooding is South Africa's Kruger National Park, which was closed to the public while the world-renowned park experienced historical floods. ]]> News Commentary Mon, 19 Jan 2026 08:18:00 +0200 0 0 Extreme flooding hits Limpopo and Mpumalanga 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:33 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1635704 https://iono.qa/e/1635704 News Commentary Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:53:00 +0200 0 0 Weet jy wie is regtig agter die Jakkals Vibes-masker? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:31 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1635702 https://iono.qa/e/1635702 News Commentary Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:48:00 +0200 0 0 Só klink Adele in Afrikaans 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:27 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1635398 https://iono.qa/e/1635398 News Commentary Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:11:00 +0200 0 0 Does anyone even know where Randburg starts and ends? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 13:15 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1635396 https://iono.qa/e/1635396 News Commentary Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:07:00 +0200 0 0 This is the new name for a "Karen" 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:57 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1635185 https://iono.qa/e/1635185 News Commentary Thu, 15 Jan 2026 08:26:00 +0200 0 0 Can you guess this sound for R50,000? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:25 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1634378 https://iono.qa/e/1634378 News Commentary Tue, 13 Jan 2026 08:55:00 +0200 0 0 Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis shares hilarious Helen Zille secret 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 38:35 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1633977 https://iono.qa/e/1633977 News Commentary Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:37:00 +0200 0 0 Bedfordview man wins R50,000 on the Secret Sound 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:26 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1633973 https://iono.qa/e/1633973 News Commentary Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:33:00 +0200 0 0 Is it more expensive to raise boys or girls? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 17:23 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1633967 https://iono.qa/e/1633967
In a recent social media video, South African musician, actor and presenter Sne Dlala gave the world a glimpse of what Bon Jovi might sound like if they were "Zulufied".

In the video, Dlala takes the iconic song 'It's My Life' and fuses it with traditional-sounding Zulu backing vocals and rhythms.

The result? A truly South African take on one of the world’s biggest songs. ]]> News Commentary Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:31:00 +0200 0 0 South Africa's Zulu Bon Jovi 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:13 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1633962 https://iono.qa/e/1633962
As of 12 January, The Pretoria Capitals have two more home games remaining this season against MI Cape Town and the Paarl Royals. Tickets are available on Ticketpro starting at R60. ]]> News Commentary Mon, 12 Jan 2026 08:20:00 +0200 0 0 Former Proteas captain Graeme Smith talks about the success of the SA20 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 7:42 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1633372 https://iono.qa/e/1633372
Na jare waarin Roux treffers vir ander kunstenaars geskryf het, het hy besluit dit is weer tyd om self in die kollig te tree, en in 2025 het hy ’n nuwe album, ‘Al Lankal’, sowel as nuwe enkelsnitte vrygestel.

As deel van sy terugkeer na die kollig het Roux die jaar afgeskop met die heel eerste Friday Live-optrede van 2026. ]]> News Commentary Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:09:00 +0200 0 0 Suid-Afrikaanse sanger Roux vertel wat dit regtig vat om 'n liedjie te skryf 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 10:16 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1633341 https://iono.qa/e/1633341 News Commentary Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:56:00 +0200 0 0 Martin Bester drops massive Secret Sound clue! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:24 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1633004 https://iono.qa/e/1633004 News Commentary Thu, 08 Jan 2026 09:02:00 +0200 0 0 What should the legal drinking age in South Africa be? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 17:36 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1632546 https://iono.qa/e/1632546 News Commentary Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:35:00 +0200 0 0 The Breakfast with Martin Bester team shares their predictions for 2026 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:45 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1632540 https://iono.qa/e/1632540
On average, South Africans' drinking habits amount to a spend of about R400 million a day.

According to the Rethink Your Drink Campaign, South Africans spend billions of rand on alcohol over the 2025 festive period, averaging about R1 billion a day. ]]> News Commentary Wed, 07 Jan 2026 08:30:00 +0200 0 0 Shocking amount South Africans spent on alcohol in December 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:20 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1632513 https://iono.qa/e/1632513 News Commentary Wed, 07 Jan 2026 07:34:00 +0200 0 0 Why Martin Bester thinks breakfast buffets should be banned 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:54 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628324 https://iono.qa/e/1628324 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:45:00 +0200 0 0 Demi Lee Moore praat oor ma-wees! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:57 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628308 https://iono.qa/e/1628308 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:41:00 +0200 0 0 'Santa, santa, ho ho ho!' Funny moment with Martin, Gerda and the team 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:20 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628306 https://iono.qa/e/1628306 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:37:00 +0200 0 0 Looking back at the fun we had with The Vodacom Bulls this year 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:01 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628305 https://iono.qa/e/1628305 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:33:00 +0200 0 0 The Morning Family Quiz - 12 December edition 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:53 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628301 https://iono.qa/e/1628301 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:23:00 +0200 0 0 Martin Bester remembers a 2025 highlight: Giving away R1-million 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:03 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628321 https://iono.qa/e/1628321 *Spoiler: There are cheers from the team at the end. ]]> News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:18:00 +0200 0 0 Is it lucky No. 14 for Denise? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:45 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628297 https://iono.qa/e/1628297 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:16:00 +0200 0 0 Jacqueline gets rewarded for listening 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 3:16 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628315 https://iono.qa/e/1628315 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:55:00 +0200 0 0 'Ek is so lief vir Suid Afrika': Roan Ash 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:55 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1628296 https://iono.qa/e/1628296 News Commentary Fri, 12 Dec 2025 06:14:00 +0200 0 0 Matric exam leak: 'What's wrong with you, man?' asks Martin 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:02 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1626093 https://iono.qa/e/1626093 News Commentary Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 Carols by Candlelight 2025 - What a show! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:50 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1626092 https://iono.qa/e/1626092 News Commentary Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:07:00 +0200 0 0 Martin on 'Die Hard' Christmas movie choices 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:02 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1625618 https://iono.qa/e/1625618 News Commentary Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:35:00 +0200 0 0 Top crime trends to look out for this December 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 12:32 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1625616 https://iono.qa/e/1625616 News Commentary Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:34:00 +0200 0 0 Win R50,000 on the final Secret Sound of 2025 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:12 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1624519 https://iono.qa/e/1624519 News Commentary Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:09:00 +0200 0 0 6-year-old's dream of becoming a radio presenter comes true 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 14:01 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1624517 https://iono.qa/e/1624517 News Commentary Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:08:00 +0200 0 0 Are you guilty of "backdoor browsing"? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:20 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1623985 https://iono.qa/e/1623985 News Commentary Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:47:00 +0200 0 0 Was Eben Etzebeth eye-gouged first? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:36 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1623250 https://iono.qa/e/1623250 News Commentary Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:42:00 +0200 0 0 Ruhan du Toit deel opwindende nuus oor nuwe musiek 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:56 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1623217 https://iono.qa/e/1623217 News Commentary Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:31:00 +0200 0 0 Lucky listener wins R50,000 after correctly guessing the Secret Sound 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:15 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1623195 https://iono.qa/e/1623195 News Commentary Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:44:00 +0200 0 0 People with these 7 hobbies have higher IQs 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:58 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1622792 https://iono.qa/e/1622792 News Commentary Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:20:00 +0200 0 0 7 myths you believed growing up that are not true 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 10:36 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1621881 https://iono.qa/e/1621881 News Commentary Tue, 25 Nov 2025 08:26:00 +0200 0 0 How to deal with your partner's friends or family over the holidays 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:56 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1621361 https://iono.qa/e/1621361 News Commentary Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:39:00 +0200 0 0 G20 insights from the Sous Sherpa Ambassador Xolisa Mabhongo 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:20 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1621359 https://iono.qa/e/1621359 News Commentary Mon, 24 Nov 2025 08:38:00 +0200 0 0 Behind the scenes of the G20 summit with Jacaranda FM journalist Anastasi Mokgobu 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:28 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1621304?v=1 https://iono.qa/e/1621304?v=1 News Commentary Mon, 24 Nov 2025 07:32:00 +0200 0 0 Here's a major clue to help you guess the latest Secret Sound 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 2:11 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1620130 https://iono.qa/e/1620130 News Commentary Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:02:00 +0200 0 0 How to support the G20 Women's Shutdown without staying home 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 7:38 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1619314 https://iono.qa/e/1619314
The announcement promised that "something big is coming to Cape Town", and they weren't joking.

On Monday, 17 November, the pair shared the exciting news of the EFC Knox Legacy Series 2026 that is coming to Cape Town. ]]> News Commentary Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:49:00 +0200 0 0 Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis shares exciting EFC event coming to the Mother City 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:43 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1619255 https://iono.qa/e/1619255 News Commentary Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:29:00 +0200 0 0 The one rule parents should never compromise on 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 17:21 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1618776 https://iono.qa/e/1618776 News Commentary Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:07:00 +0200 0 0 How are singers for national anthems at rugby matches chosen? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:49 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1618773 https://iono.qa/e/1618773 News Commentary Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:04:00 +0200 0 0 Nick Mallett talks about Springbok lock Franco Mostert's red card 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 10:54 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1618140 https://iono.qa/e/1618140 News Commentary Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:25:00 +0200 0 0 The ideal age to stop clubbing 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 13:40 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1617304 https://iono.qa/e/1617304
In sy plasing het die 'Lemoene'-sanger foto's van ’n vliegtuig gedeel en bekend gemaak dat hy ’n noodlanding moes maak nadat die vliegtuig se brandstofprop afgekom het.

Breakfast with Martin Bester het met die sanger gepraat oor die insident. ]]> News Commentary Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:57:00 +0200 0 0 Bok van Blerk praat oor vliegtuig-noodlanding toe brandstofprop afkom 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:32 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1617262 https://iono.qa/e/1617262 News Commentary Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:34:00 +0200 0 0 Why are South Africans changing their profile pictures to purple? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 12:21 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1616843 https://iono.qa/e/1616843 News Commentary Tue, 11 Nov 2025 08:21:00 +0200 0 0 Ontmoet Suid-Afrika se sterkste 16-jarige vrou 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 19:58 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1616456 https://iono.qa/e/1616456 News Commentary Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:24:00 +0200 0 0 SA comedian Vafa Naraghi roasts Martin Bester 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 24:03 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1614791 https://iono.qa/e/1614791 News Commentary Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:54:00 +0200 0 0 The weirdest smells people actually like 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 13:28 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1612956 https://iono.qa/e/1612956 News Commentary Thu, 30 Oct 2025 12:07:00 +0200 0 0 Liquideep reunites on Breakfast with Martin Bester 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 10:13 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1612944 https://iono.qa/e/1612944 News Commentary Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:50:00 +0200 0 0 'Education is Key': Miss SA's mission to transform South Africa 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 18:03 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1612399?v=1 https://iono.qa/e/1612399?v=1 News Commentary Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:48:00 +0200 0 0 Iconic Westlife and Boyzone members share exciting news, tour stories and spicy celebrity encounters 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 15:40 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1611571 https://iono.qa/e/1611571 News Commentary Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:16:00 +0200 0 0 Here's your brand-new Secret Sound 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:41 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1610619 https://iono.qa/e/1610619 News Commentary Thu, 23 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 Third Feel-Good Secret Sound winner with OUTsurance 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:32 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1610476 https://iono.qa/e/1610476 News Commentary Thu, 23 Oct 2025 06:52:00 +0200 0 0 How the AARTO licence demerit system will really work 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 22:26 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1609612 https://iono.qa/e/1609612 News Commentary Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:17:00 +0200 0 0 The Annual National Contest (ANC) of Johannesburg with Helen Zille 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 7:05 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1609592 https://iono.qa/e/1609592 News Commentary Tue, 21 Oct 2025 08:45:00 +0200 0 0 The REAL Helen Zille interview | Revealing the truth behind Joburg mismanagement 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 40:39 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1609112 https://iono.qa/e/1609112 News Commentary Mon, 20 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +0200 0 0 Francois van Coke kry R10,000 vir liefdadigheid na kansellasie van Cape Town Marathon 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:41 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1608656 https://iono.qa/e/1608656 News Commentary Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:35:00 +0200 0 0 Listen to the third Feel-Good Secret Sound with OUTsurance here 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:19 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1608638 https://iono.qa/e/1608638 News Commentary Fri, 17 Oct 2025 09:50:00 +0200 0 0 The second Feel-Good Secret Sound winner 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:18 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1607751 https://iono.qa/e/1607751 News Commentary Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:27:00 +0200 0 0 Viral Afrikaans boy tries reading difficult English song lyrics 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 15:22 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1606795 https://iono.qa/e/1606795 News Commentary Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:12:00 +0200 0 0 How well do Jesse Clegg and Msaki know each other? 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:39 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1606103 https://iono.qa/e/1606103 News Commentary Fri, 10 Oct 2025 08:01:00 +0200 0 0 Enter and stand a chance to win a Maldives, Thailand or local getaway! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:43 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1605769 https://iono.qa/e/1605769 News Commentary Thu, 09 Oct 2025 11:16:00 +0200 0 0 Your second Feel-Good Secret Sound with OUTsurance! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:32 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1605660 https://iono.qa/e/1605660 News Commentary Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:45:00 +0200 0 0 From R10K to R250: How much South Africans pay for electricity each month 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 18:31 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1605313 https://iono.qa/e/1605313 News Commentary Wed, 08 Oct 2025 11:28:00 +0200 0 0 Winner of the first Feel-Good Secret Sound with OUTsurance 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:24 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1604265 https://iono.qa/e/1604265
This ruling replaces "maternity leave" with "parental leave," allowing both parents to share four months of leave as they choose.

Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Onyi Nwaneri, Managing Director at Sesame Workshop International South Africa, to get a better understanding of the new ruling. ]]> News Commentary Mon, 06 Oct 2025 08:20:00 +0200 0 0 Understanding the new parental leave ruling in SA 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:00 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1604241 https://iono.qa/e/1604241 News Commentary Mon, 06 Oct 2025 07:32:00 +0200 0 0 The first Feel-Good Secret Sound! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:50 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1602590 https://iono.qa/e/1602590 News Commentary Wed, 01 Oct 2025 08:30:00 +0200 0 0 Making a young woman's dreams of studying come true 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 6:39 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1600727 https://iono.qa/e/1600727 News Commentary Thu, 25 Sep 2025 10:19:00 +0200 0 0 Stupid questions people ask during work interviews 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 18:37 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1598124 https://iono.qa/e/1598124
Valterra Platinum – Mogalakwena Mine, host of the annual Bushveld Classic Golf Day, together with business partners, will donate the full R57,000 needed for Pieter's prosthetic leg upgrades.

In addition, they will round their donation up to R100,000 to further assist Pieter with medical needs and other essentials for himself and his pensioner parents. ]]> News Commentary Wed, 17 Sep 2025 08:46:00 +0200 0 0 New 'legs' for Pieter Botha living without his own legs or sight 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:52 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1596367 https://iono.qa/e/1596367
Jessica Motaung, the dynamic commercial and marketing director of Kaizer Chiefs, is set to captivate attendees at the upcoming MANCOSA Jacaranda FM Business Breakfast.

Delving into Kaizer Chiefs' strategic expansion and engagement plans, Jessica will share insights into how the club is positioning itself as a leading African football brand, while also giving advice to other business owners on how they can better leverage their brands.

In her interview on Breakfast with Martin Bester, Jessica highlighted: "It's about more than the game. We touch all aspects of life to create a holistic brand experience," underscoring the club's commitment to extending its reach beyond the boundaries of football. ]]> News Commentary Thu, 11 Sep 2025 11:00:00 +0200 0 0 Kaizer Chiefs marketing director shares how to successfully expand your brand 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:52 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1595875 https://iono.qa/e/1595875 News Commentary Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:41:00 +0200 0 0 The most attractive hobbies women can have 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 14:05 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1595792 https://iono.qa/e/1595792 News Commentary Wed, 10 Sep 2025 08:25:00 +0200 0 0 Hardworking teen unable to finish matric due to financial hardship 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 10:04 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1595253 https://iono.qa/e/1595253
Listeners stand the chance to win R50,000 if they correctly guess the 'Secret Sound'.

Listen to Breakfast with Martin Bester every weekday at 08:00 to see if you can guess the next sound.

To enter, all you need to do is SMS 'Secret', your name, and what you think the sound is to 37942. ]]> News Commentary Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:15:00 +0200 0 0 LISTEN: The Secret Sound of the bushveld 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:36 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1590831 https://iono.qa/e/1590831 News Commentary Wed, 27 Aug 2025 08:51:00 +0200 0 0 Raising funds to assist diabetics in rural Mpumalanga 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:50 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1590818 https://iono.qa/e/1590818 News Commentary Wed, 27 Aug 2025 08:33:00 +0200 0 0 The Secret Sound revealed! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:10 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1590434 https://iono.qa/e/1590434 News Commentary Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:19:00 +0200 0 0 Patrick Lambie shares more about life after rugby career 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:25 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1589496 https://iono.qa/e/1589496 News Commentary Fri, 22 Aug 2025 09:21:00 +0200 0 0 Appel deel meer oor hartroerende nuwe enkelsnit, 'Sterre' 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 11:24 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1588972 https://iono.qa/e/1588972 News Commentary Thu, 21 Aug 2025 07:53:00 +0200 0 0 School rugby ref explains why he red-carded a parent 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:15 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1588541 https://iono.qa/e/1588541 News Commentary Wed, 20 Aug 2025 09:43:00 +0200 0 0 Helping entertainer Bibi du Preez after brutal injury 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 16:38 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1588017 https://iono.qa/e/1588017 News Commentary Tue, 19 Aug 2025 08:30:00 +0200 0 0 SA artist shares new song about the struggles of a rugby referee 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 5:03 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1585094 https://iono.qa/e/1585094 News Commentary Mon, 11 Aug 2025 07:45:00 +0200 0 0 SA petrol attendant's act of kindness warms hearts 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 19:28 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1584652 https://iono.qa/e/1584652 News Commentary Fri, 08 Aug 2025 11:15:00 +0200 0 0 Here's one of the closest Secret Sound guesses yet! 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 1:43 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1584142 https://iono.qa/e/1584142 News Commentary Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:23:00 +0200 0 0 SA mountain climber answers spam call mid-climb 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 10:41 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1583720 https://iono.qa/e/1583720 News Commentary Wed, 06 Aug 2025 09:03:00 +0200 0 0 Giving single mom and breadwinner, Lerato, the gift of sight 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 10:22 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1583696 https://iono.qa/e/1583696
From the LottoStar Fortune Frenzy funds raised for Good Morning Angels, LottoStar will donate the R100,000 needed to enable the medical team to assist Miss X as a matter of urgency.

Dr. Abri de Bruin will also be doing the surgery for free, while others have also offered their expertise during the process. De Bruin also shared more about endometriosis, debunking old beliefs and motivating women to get help when they need it. ]]> News Commentary Wed, 06 Aug 2025 08:12:00 +0200 0 0 Understanding endometriosis and how it impacts so many women 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 16:37 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1583682 https://iono.qa/e/1583682 News Commentary Wed, 06 Aug 2025 07:50:00 +0200 0 0 A liver operation for eight-year-old Zelné, daughter of single mom Annetjie 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:44 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1583313 https://iono.qa/e/1583313
Unfortunately, Bullock recently took to her social media platforms to share a message with a completely different tone from her usual fun-loving content. The content creator opened up about a horrifying incident in which a man allegedly attempted to kidnap her daughter at a shopping centre. Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Bullock to find out more about the incident. ]]> News Commentary Tue, 05 Aug 2025 11:01:00 +0200 0 0 SA TikTok sensation shares terrifying kidnapping attempt involving daughter 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 9:28 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1582821 https://iono.qa/e/1582821 News Commentary Mon, 04 Aug 2025 08:24:00 +0200 0 0 What Women (Really) Want this Women's Month- Part 1 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 12:51 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1582801 https://iono.qa/e/1582801
Martin tried to head over to a young fan, Nathan, whilst performing his favourite song, 'Lily'.

In the video, you can hear Nathan singing along to the song. WATCH: Martin Bester falls off stage during live performance]]> News Commentary Mon, 04 Aug 2025 08:05:00 +0200 0 0 Reactions to Martin falling off stage during live performance 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 4:28 Breakfast with Martin Bester https://iono.qa/e/1582470 https://iono.qa/e/1582470 News Commentary Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:45:00 +0200 0 0 Kurt Darren releases his new single, 'Oorwurm' 0 0 Jacaranda FM full 8:57 Breakfast with Martin Bester