Breakfast with Martin Bester

The fifth instalment in the world-famous Shrek franchise has long been teased, and fans have finally been given their first look at ‘Shrek 5’. Universal Pictures released the official teaser trailer for the film, which is set to be released on 30 June 2027. The film franchise will return to the big screen for the first time in 17 years. ‘Shrek Forever After’ was the last film in the franchise and was released in 2010.

One accent that tends to make headlines whenever even the best of the best Hollywood actors try to tackle it is the South African accent. The most infamous examples are Leonardo DiCaprio in 'Blood Diamond' and Matt Damon as Francois Pienaar in 'Invictus'. Not every actor can be an accent expert, but does this one pass the test?

Every FIFA World Cup has at least one banger anthem. However, Breakfast with Martin Bester decided to take matters into their own hands and create this one-of-a-kind proudly South African version.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is here, and the Breakfast with Martin Bester team is ready to show their support. While everyone is obviously backing Bafana Bafana, each person was assigned two participating teams. Who do you think has the strongest picks?

Beer glasses from bars, a colleague's food out of the fridge or nicking the hotel robe. These are just a few examples of theft that some people have no problem justifying. But if we're all being honest, it's still stealing.

Starting from a single garage, J Planet Consulting began by repairing and fabricating equipment for customers who couldn't afford production downtime.

Asking for a friend got very intimate this week. Anonymous asked how often couples should engage in a certain activity. Jacaranda FM listeners were not holding back and shared their bedroom secrets.

Olivia Rodrigo is experiencing a "Somebody pinch me!!!" moment unlike anything you could imagine. The 'Driver's License' singer is living her dream by teaming up with one of her biggest musical heroes. And one that truly surprised fans and critics alike...

Melany 'Mel' and Petrus 'Peet' Viljoen were first introduced to the public as stars of the 'The Real Housewives of Pretoria' reality television series. Which is why many South Africans were shocked when news broke that one of television's most controversial couples was arrested in the USA on Tuesday, 10 March 2026. Viljoen joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to talk about her arrest, address rumours and share an update on her husband’s case.

In 2024, Oli Fox and Scott Verrill decided to start a band called Good Neighbours. That same year, they released their debut single, 'Home', which went viral almost instantly. By November 2024, the song had over 300-million Spotify streams and is currently at 550-million. You can see them perform at Marks Park in Emmarentia on Sunday, 30 August 2026, alongside the soulful New Zealand artist TEEKS.

Anonymous has been in a relationship for 4 years, and it seems the pay gap between her and her partner is causing issues. Things got heated as 'Breakfast with Martin Bester' listeners shared their opinions.

Guy Hamlin is at the helm of Republic Lifestyle, a company that has grown into a homeware and lifestyle product manufacturer supplying retailers across South Africa.

Humans were built to have deep, meaningful relationships with each other. That's what family and friends are for. However, animals can sometimes feel like our closest companions and most loyal friends. And they're so cute, how can you resist taking pictures and videos constantly? But how many of us are keeping track of the numbers?

Martin Bester has a new Secret Sound. Can you guess what it is? If you get it right, you could win R50,000!

Ahead of the United Rugby Championship quarter-final between the Vodacom Bulls and Munster, Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to co-captains Marcell Coetzee and Ruan Nortjé. The star players spoke about their future plans, fatherhood, and the importance of fans’ support.

For the finale of the Feel Good Tour, we will be hosting the Ultimate Feel Good Party. Party Nights with Ankle Tap Live will be broadcasting live from Prison Break Market, San Quentin, on 29 May. Joining him will be Jacaranda FM’s very own Rob Forbes, Mack Rapapali, and DJ Willy. But for such a huge celebration, we had one more surprise up our sleeves: for one night only, the formidable DJ Jazzy D will return to Jacaranda FM. Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to DJ Jazzy D about his return and what audiences can expect from the Ultimate Feel Good Party.

Deojay Petroleum KZN, led by Nisha Reddy and Trishen Naidu, manufactures and distributes automotive and industrial lubricants for customers who cannot afford downtime.

To celebrate Jacaranda FM’s 40th birthday, Breakfast with Martin Bester will give away R40,000 weekly on the Secret Sound. This is the second one.

Supahot Geysers manufactures geysers in South Africa for homes and developments, helping restore thousands of warm showers every month. Every established business owner eventually learns the same lesson: growth is rarely built through comfort. Supahot Geysers, led by Shaaz Moosa, is a strong example of that reality. The business manufactures geysers in South Africa for homes, developments and the replacement market, helping restore thousands of warm showers every month. But behind the product is a tougher story of rebuilding.

ITHUBA has confirmed that the person who won an eye-watering R100 million in the Lotto has still not claimed their jackpot winnings.

Welcoming Ford to the Breakfast with Martin Bester family! Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke to Ford Head of Marketing Tarryn Knight about the all-new Ford Territory. The Ford Territory is a trusted partner that empowers modern living, helping customers break free from daily routines and familiar default outings to create deeper connections through exploration and exciting new possibilities for families.

To celebrate Jacaranda FM’s 40th birthday, Breakfast with Martin Bester will give away R40,000 weekly on the Secret Sound. This is the second one.

There might be a perception that celebrities always have their lives in order, with most of them following strict lifestyles and healthy eating habits. But that might not always be the case. Singer, actress and businesswoman Selena Gomez is keeping things a little more relatable with her eating habits. Her husband, music producer Benny Blanco, recently gave fans a glimpse into what his wife actually eats, and it turns out it’s not healthy at all. During an interview on Gwyneth Paltrow’s “Goop” podcast, Blanco joked that the singer has a “diet of a five-year-old” and isn’t big on fruits or vegetables.

After Charlize Theron went viral following a podcast interview, it sparked a debate about how her name, and other names, should actually be pronounced. People have different accents, and sometimes that impacts how they pronounce names.

Breakfast with Martin Bester caught up with Maché Lewis and Barend Bester after Maché chose him to go on a date on Date My Mom. We found out if there will be a second date.

Sandra from Honeydew, Johannesburg nearly had us in tears after Martin Bester revealed that she had correctly guessed the most recent Feel Good Secret Sound and won R50,000.

The away jersey was revealed on 19 March and has already won people over with its clean, structured feel. It is a dark green jersey with gold and white accents, a polo collar, and subtle geometric stripes. It also marks the return of the Adidas Trefoil logo to the national kits. The away jersey has received a lot of international praise, claiming top spots in global rankings.

We have all experienced that feeling you get when you hear a song from your teenage years, especially if you have not heard it in a while. It turns out there is a scientific reason why the songs you listened to while growing up still evoke deep emotions and nostalgia. Psychologists have identified a phenomenon called the “reminiscence bump”. This is a specific window where our experiences and the music we listen to become permanently linked to our identity. Breakfast with Martin Bester asked listeners to share which era of their lives influenced their favourite music today.

Ná die bekende sanger sy verlowing op sosiale media aangekondig het, het 'Breakfast with Martin Bester' met hom gesels oor die opwindende oomblik in sy lewe. Peyper het gesels oor die oomblik toe hy geweet het hy wil met Marise trou, hulle “klein verskilletjies,” en hoe die Here die middelpunt van hulle verhouding is.

After transitioning from a senior corporate role to focus on her family, Geard observed that many highly skilled professionals, particularly mothers, were leaving the workplace due to limited flexible employment opportunities.  At the same time, businesses were seeking experienced talent but often did not require full-time roles.  RecruitMyMom was established to bridge this gap by connecting businesses with professionals seeking flexible and meaningful work. What began as a focused recruitment solution has grown into a specialist business serving companies across South Africa and internationally. 

This week on Asking For A Friend, Anonymous didn’t have family or friend drama, but rather a general societal concern. They feel that people have lost all their manners in modern society. To find out whether this is true, 'Breakfast with Martin Bester' asked listeners to weigh in and share their opinions.

Die studente van die Noordwes-Universiteit (NWU) in Potchefstroom sê hulle het genoeg gehad van die slaggate in die studentedorp. AfriForum Jeug se PUK-tak het ’n nuwe “Gatvol-veldtog” geloods om geraas te maak oor die slaggate rondom die kampus. As deel van die aksie is ’n dringende brief aan die munisipale bestuurder van die JB Marks Plaaslike Munisipaliteit, Kgomotso Kumbe, gestuur. Die brief versoek dat tien spesifieke hoërisiko-slaggate in die dorp binne die volgende 30 dae reggemaak word. Om die munisipaliteit se aandag te trek, het studente op 16 April ’n protes gehou. Studente het in van die grootste gate gaan staan en die woord “Gatvol” op hul agterstewe uitgespel.

Een van Suid-Afrika se gunsteling Afrikaanse kunstenaars, Brendan Peyper, het die goeie nuus gedeel dat hy en sy meisie, Marise van der Westhuysen, verloof geraak het. Die paartjie het pragtige foto’s van die spesiale oomblik op sosiale media gedeel. Volgens die plasing het Marise reeds op 15 April die ja-woord gesê.

Have you ever wanted to own a whole town? Well, a small South African village is going up for auction. The entire village of Middelpos is heading to auction, giving one buyer the chance to own an authentic piece of the Karoo. Located on the R354, halfway between Sutherland and Calvinia, the town is a well-known halfway stop for travellers heading to the Tankwa Karoo National Park. According to Home & Hectare, the village is one of the last remaining places of its kind in South Africa. "With its tranquil, enchanting atmosphere, original character and charm, it retains the cultural heritage of long ago, untouched by modern mass tourism," said Home & Hectare. The property spans 103,260 hectares and is said to have great potential for business, residential development, manufacturing and tourism.

Die sanger en aktrise Stephanie Baartman het op Breakfast with Martin Bester gekuier, waar sy Amy Winehouse se 'Valerie' op Friday Live uitgevoer het en meer gedeel het oor haar semi-outobiografiese kabaret, 'HOORT', by die Centurion Teater op Vrydag, 24 April.

Durban resident Amber Auret has sparked quite a debate on social media after calling out a local pub for asking her to leave because of her attire. In her Facebook post, the 29-year-old alleged that she was asked to leave the local Durban pub because her skort, an item of clothing that is a blend between a short and a skirt, was “too short”. This led to a broader conversation on 'Breakfast with Martin Bester' about appropriate versus inappropriate attire in certain settings, with listeners giving their opinions on the specific situation.

Proceedings at the Madlanga Commission took a hilarious turn on Tuesday when a former high-ranking police official got a piece of tissue paper stuck on his forehead. Julius Mkhwanazi, the former deputy chief of the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department (EMPD), was in the middle of giving evidence when he momentarily paused to wipe his face. While Mkhwanazi was wiping sweat from his forehead, a piece of tissue paper remained stuck. Justice Mbuyiseli Madlanga pointed out the situation to the witness, lightening the heavy atmosphere for a moment. Mkhwanazi explained that it was "due to sweating".

After Martin Bester was told he needed to dress up in an Easter bunny suit and dance as part of an April Fool’s prank, Human Pop Studio made the award-winning host his very own Bunny Bester figurine.

A local woman, Vasna Autar, shared how she accidentally superglued her eye shut during the night. Breakfast with Martin Bester then shared their craziest freak-accident stories and asked listeners to also share theirs.

What began as a small operation supplying paper products has grown into a business serving organisations across South Africa. Today, the company is headed up by Gerbrandt van Niekerk, continuing the development of the family-founded enterprise. In its early years, the business focused on sourcing and converting paper products while building relationships with customers. As demand increased, Wipe-it expanded its operations and broadened its product offering to include toilet paper, hand towels and related hygiene products for commercial use.

On this week’s Asking For A Friend, we delve into the age-old question: Can men and women be friends? Anonymous wrote to ‘Breakfast With Martin Bester’ and said that his wife won’t allow him to be friends with women. Not sure what to do, he asked for help from the team and our listeners. This sparked a fiery debate about whether it’s fair and whether having friends of the opposite sex is realistic.

Amapiano has become so popular that it has even inspired Asian artists. Artist, producer, and DJ Tiehan has taken inspiration from Amapiano to create what he calls Chinapiano. Tiehan shared a clip of his genre-bending music on Instagram, saying South Africa inspired him to create the music. “POV: You made the world’s first Amapiano song with Chinese ethnic instruments,” he said.

Sabrina Carpenter apologised after criticising a fan's cultural ululation during her headlining set at Coachella 2026 on Friday, April 10. Breakfast with Martin Bester spoke about the controversy and asked listeners to share their ululations.

Guess the new Feel Good Secret Sound and stand a chance to win, even if you guess incorrectly. To enter, simply SMS the word “Secret”, followed by your name and your guess, to 37942 for a chance to win. If we call you and you nail the sound perfectly, you win R50 000. If you’re close, you walk away with R1 500. And if you’re not quite right, you still win R500.

Elcarbo Industrial Supplies’ Cape Town operation was established in 1998 by Wendy Turton and Sonja Vorster, starting with just five employees and operating out of a car boot. From these modest beginnings, Elcarbo has grown into a structured operation, employing more than 70 people and operating from a 600 sqm facility. This Future50 feature was presented by Pavlo Phitidis from Aurik and powered by FNB Business.

An anonymous listener recently sent ‘Breakfast with Martin Bester’ an email asking about a mother who shaves her son's chest for him. According to the anonymous sender, the man in question is 36-years-old. We asked you for your feedback, and there was a clear consensus that this is extremely strange. Or so we thought, until we spoke to a different mom of two boys.

Board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr Deon Weyers joined Breakfast with Martin Bester to answer all your plastic surgery questions, share his opinion on celebrity facelifts, and explain why Turkey is so popular.

One TikTok user was watching the rugby over the weekend and couldn't believe his eyes when he witnessed a twin telepathy moment. Breakfast with Martin Bester managed to track down the two players, Ethan and Shaye, to ask them what exactly happened and if this was a true case of twin telepathy.

The rugby world champions are heading back to home soil this July for the first-ever Nations Championship, and SA Rugby has just dropped the details on how to get your tickets. South Africa is set to host England, Scotland and Wales across three massive Saturdays. Tickets for these exciting Tests go live at 10:00 on Thursday, 2 April, which marks the official 100-day countdown to the opening Test.

A Los Angeles jury's ruling that Meta and YouTube contributed to a teenage girl's depression marks a potential turning point in the years-long legal battle against social media giants, one that could carry an enormous price tag. The civil court on Tuesday found Meta and YouTube's parent company, Google, liable for failing to adequately warn young people about the risks of excessive use of their Instagram and YouTube apps, respectively, even though they were aware of the dangers. 'Breakfast with Martin Bester' spoke to digital law expert and founder of the Digital Law Company, Emma Sadleir, about this landmark case and the impact of social media on children.