Shows
East Coast BreakfastSky Tshabalala coaching the futureThe Breakfast team stops by Westville Boys High School for Season 2 of My School Rules and speaks to two young rugby players mentored by Sky Tshabalala about growth, discipline, and their love for the game. Webpage
2026-01-2903 min
East Coast BreakfastKZN parents share the moment their "school fees" started talking back to themSky Tshabalala was recently summoned to a "meeting" by his three-year-old son to talk on all matters "I'm growing up". He was not expecting what his kid had to say.
KZN also shared the moments their kids pulled a "I'm in charge now" moment, and it's nothing short of hilarious. Webpage
2026-01-2207 minEast Coast BreakfastKZN's ULTIMATE G20 delegation announcedThe G20 is taking place in Joburg this weekend, and East Coast Breakfast are putting together South Africa’s PERFECT delegation! Who would you include?
Carmen Reddy said General Mkhwanazi, Sky Tshabalala wants Rassie Erasmus, and Darren Maule wants to send someone who is actually already at the G20!
You'll never guess who Webpage
2025-11-2007 minEast Coast BreakfastMind = Blown! What Sky just found out will surprise you!Sky Tshabalala has learned something new about the origins of surnames … So, on Tuesday morning, Darren, Sky, and Carmen explored some cultural phenomenon that nobody knew – Like some cultures only eat soup in Winter, and that Zulus have no “R” Webpage
2025-11-0407 minEast Coast BreakfastFin Cup Coach Wars: Sky vs Nick - Who’s got the bigger game plan?Things are heating up ahead of the Fin Cup, powered by Hollywoodbets, kicking off Sunday 17 August at Kingsmead Stadium!
Sky Tshabalala has thrown his name in the hat to mentor the Hollywoodbets Dolphins… but Nick Tatham reckons he's the better man for the job.
Now it’s up to YOU to decide: Who should coach which team — Sky or Nick?
Cast your vote now on our WhatsApp Channel Poll! Webpage
2025-08-0605 min
Podcast PickSongs from the 90s, Rugby World Cup & people uniting all overAre you feeling overwhelmed by all the podcast options out there? Let East Coast Breakfast's Podcast Pick be your guide! Here are the latest picks from Darren Maule, Sky Tshabalala, and guest podcaster Jonathan Warnke.
2023-09-1504 minPodcast PickAustralian rugby greats, successful author & a history podcastAre you feeling overwhelmed by all the podcast options out there? Let East Coast Breakfast's Podcast Pick be your guide! Here are the latest picks from Darren Maule, Sky Tshabalala, and guest podcaster Spike Ballantine.
2023-08-2504 minPodcast PickWitch trials, pop culture and African storiesWitch trials, pop culture and African stories are covered in this week's Podcast Pick with Darren Maule, Carmen Reddy, Sky Tshabalala and our guest podcaster, Lesedi Mogoatlhe of The Radio Workshop.
2023-08-1804 minPodcast PickPodcast Pick - How do you start your own podcastDarren Maule, Carmen Reddy and Sky Tshabalala handpick the best podcasts just for you, so you don't have to spend your precious time searching. This week, we hear from Spotify's Podcast Manager, Sub-Saharan Africa, Ncebakazi Manzi. Her pick is a current favourite on Spotify.
2023-07-2103 min
Vic Naidoo (Archive)WHAT ARE THOSE??Could crocs be the next best thing that ever happened to humans?
Surely it is because even Sky Tshabalala owns a pair - a Mickey mouse pair to be precise.
The King of Crocs described the moment when he put them on for the first time as something that was "meant to be."
2023-02-0803 min
GROOTMAN GROOVESTRIBUTE MIX TO TOKOLLO "MAGESH" TSHABALALA, MIXED BY KELFAIN 2012/2013 ARTIST AND DJ REFILOE "KEFLA" LEKGATLE PUT TOGETHER THIS DEDICATION MIX FOR HIS FAVORITE KWAITO ARTIST "MAGESH"
THIS IS ONE IS FOR THE HARDCORE MAGESH FANS!!
2022-08-1956 min
The High PressEpisode 7: On the P*ss with Margot RobbieGrab a can of Stella and turn to the back pages - sports journalist Joe Chapman joins the podcast this week! Joe guides us through his career to date including spells at Sky Sports and West Brom, explains the importance to keep writing as a journalist and his fear of being stuck in a toilet. Joe and the lads also discuss Siphiwe Tshabalala, getting The High Press into the newspapers and how he'd like to die next to a certain Australian actress...
Make sure you follow us on Twitter and Instagram @thehighpresspod. This is where we announced...
2021-09-201h 27
Khuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "Nice to meet you"The final instalment of Sky Tshabalala's 'Khuluma Nathi' teaches you the perfect response to introductions.
As it seems to be wedding season with bridal pictures flooding the different social media platforms, when your daughter or son introduces their partner this weekend at dinner YOU should know exactly how to respond with this one.
Get your isiZulu on check by listening to more of Sky Tshabalala's 'Khuluma Nathi' podcasts
2021-04-2105 min
Khuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "What time does school start?"If you don't know yet, DKS are busy hosting KZN's most exciting spelling bee - The Last Kid Standing. Seeing as all these fourth graders have to put their knowledge to the test and prove that they are the best speller, uThisha Sky Tshabalala thought it would only make sense to keep with a school theme this week! Take a listen to today's lesson, where Darren Maule almost made a HUGE mistake...
2021-04-1405 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "Can I please have a dozen (hamburger) rolls?”We love the smell of braai in the evening! But there are also many other reasons why you would need a nice little roll. So why not use uThisha Sky Tshabalala's latest class to help you get that bread?! Make sure to listen to the full podcast so that you get the full classroom experience.
2021-04-1306 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Learn how to pronounce isiZulu surnamesAfter uThisha Sky Tshabalala taught the class how to pronounce isiZulu place names, the students wanted more. Apparently, people have been struggling with some isiZulu surnames as well. Seeing as someone's name is quite an important part of their identity and self, we wouldn't want to insult anyone by getting it wrong. And asking the person might make things a bit awkward, so Sky is here to help!
2021-04-0607 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Learn how to pronounce isiZulu place namesSky Tshabalala is taking matters into his own hands because he is fed up with people mispronouncing the place names in KZN. If you live here you should be able to pronounce them the proper way so instead of leaving you to figure it out yourself, uThisha Sky is here to help! Learn the correct pronunciation of places like Unhlaanga, Umhloti and more.
2021-03-3005 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Learn the lyrics: 'Jerusalema' by Master KG ft. Nomcebo#ECRMoreMusicMarch is still going strong which means uThisha Sky Tshabalala is back with another musical Khuluma Nathi lesson. It took us long enough, it's the one you have been waiting for... In today's class Sky is finally teaching us the lyrics to 2020's greatest hit - 'Jerusalema'. You've danced the dance, now it's time to talk the talk.
2021-03-2308 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "Sorry, I think you have the wrong number"It's time fo another informative and educational lesson brought to you by the best isiZulu teacher there is, Sky Tshabalala. Have you ever answered your phone and did not recognise the voice on the other end of the line? Was there a language barrier that prevented you from telling this person that they, unfortunately, had dialed the wrong number? Well, now, thanks to Sky, you can learn how to say: "Sorry, I think you have the wrong number." Take a listen and join in as Darren and Keri use their newly learnt phrase and call each other on-air.
2021-03-1704 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Learn the lyrics: 'Shosholoza'Since the start of #ECRMoreMusicMarch, uThisha Sky Tshabalala has decided to teach Darren, Keri, and you how to sing legendary Zulu songs. We've covered Nkalakatha and Impi, but what about a song that hope and encouragement? Want to hear the Breakfast team sing their hearts out? Then you've come to the right place!
2021-03-1608 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Learn the lyrics: 'Impi' by Johnny Clegg & JulukaSince the start of #ECRMoreMusicMarch, uThisha Sky Tshabalala has decided to teach Darren, Keri, and you how to sing legendary Zulu songs. We've covered Nkalakatha but now it's time for another classic. The iconic Impi! Want to hear the Breakfast team sing their hearts out? Then you've come to the right place!
2021-03-0907 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Learn the lyrics: 'Nkalakatha' by MandozaSince we're celebrating 'More Music March', uThisha Sky Tshabalala thought it was time to learn some of the most iconic isiZulu lyrics. And you don't get more iconic than SA's unofficial anthem - Nkalakatha! "People have been singing this intro wrong for too long. I am here to teach the people the proper words!" And the results are HILARIOUS!
2021-03-0308 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "When the cat's away the mice will play!"When the boss is away, uThisha Sky Tshabalala is taking the reigns and running the show! Today he is back with another isiZulu proverb for Darren and Keri. But were they successful in their attempts? And how did the rest of KZN do? Take a listen to find out!
2021-03-0208 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "Can I get a plastic bag please?"Another day and we have another great isiZulu class coming your way! Grocery shopping is something everyone has to do and having this phrase up your sleeve can only be helpful. uThisha Sky Tshabalala is always here to help and this sentence will definitely be one that will come in handy.
2021-02-1706 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "Where is the tuck shop?"The kids are back at school and in today's Khuluma Nathi lesson, uThisha Sky Tshabalala is here to teach them the really important stuff. However, whether you are heading to school or not it's always important to know where the nearest food shop is.
2021-02-1605 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "I would like to make a reservation please."While lockdown is still very much part of our reality, you can still (safely) go out and enjoy a lovely meal at a local restaurant! Need some help making a reservation? uThisha Sky Tshabalala has got you with his latest isiZulu lesson.
2021-02-0906 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: "Where is the bathroom?" in isiZuluSeeing as lockdown restrictions are relaxing just the tiniest bit, we can now go to a few more public places than before. uThisha Sky Tshabalala is here to teach you a very important phrase that you will probably be using quite a lot!
2021-02-0806 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Don't forget your umbrella today' in isiZuluWith the nippy and rainy weather in Durban every second day, umbrellas are a must. Remind your friends and colleagues to have their umbrellas with them with the help of uThisha Sky Tshabalala.
2021-02-0202 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Do you have a card machine?' in isiZuluIn Khuluma Nathi this Tuesday, uThisha Sky Tshabalala tells his class that sometimes, the good thing about language is that some words are related - even they why they sound. This is why you will find this isiZulu phrase/question fairly easy to pronounce.
2021-01-2706 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'How do you drink/like your coffee?" in isiZuluMornings are for coffee and Keri has a habit of making coffee for the show producer. So after months of making him coffee, the producer has changed the way he takes his coffee. This prompted uThisha Sky Tshabalala to teach the team and listeners how to ask the question "How do you drink/like your coffee?" in isiZulu. He also asked the listeners to give it a try.
2021-01-2005 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'How do you spell that/How do you write that" in isiZuluIt is the very first Khuluma Nathi lesson from our favourite isiZulu teacher, Sky Tshabalala, and he decided to start us off with a double dose. Sometimes we get the spelling of people's names wrong when we meet, so this sentence will definitely come in handy when we save phone numbers.
2021-01-1905 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'The beach is closed today' in isiZuluFollowing President Ramaphosa's recent COVID-19 address that the country is officially in the second wave of the pandemic, uThisha Sky Tshabalala wanted to use a phrase that many of us will be using this festive season. There will be no fun in the sun ( well, a least on the beach) and this sentence is so easy in isiZulu - just three words - and you can start with whichever word, the sentence will still make sense.
2020-12-1603 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'I need a very cold drink" in isiZuluUThisha Sky Tshabalala has been giving you small doses of his isiZulu lessons all year and with the summer season already in full swing, summer phrases are what he has been focusing on. It always advisable to keep yourself hydrated on very hot days, so here's how you ask for a very cold drink in isiZulu.
2020-12-0806 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Don't forget to wear a hat' in isiZuluIt's officially summer and uThisha Sky Tshabalala's students are excited - not only for his holiday-themed lessons but also for the actual holiday. With many things to do this summer (mostly outdoors) it is important to stay protected - so don't forget your hat.
2020-12-0106 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Do you have any children?' in isiZuluA question uThisha Sky Tshabalala gets asked a lot is this one and in today's lesson, he teaches his students how to ask this in isiZulu. It is actually only three words and very simple. Our listeners have trie it and sent their voice notes, listen to them and try it too.
2020-11-1804 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'What is today's date?' in isiZuluIn Today's Khuluma Nathi, uThisha Sky Tshabalala chose a question that will have you answering "11:11" all day. And he is a proud teacher because his students, Darren Maule and Keri Miller are passing with flying colours. The listeners also did very well. How good are you? Give it a try.
2020-11-1106 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'How do you say that in isiZulu?' in isiZuluYou know sometimes when you want to say something in a particular language, but you don't even know how to ask in that language? Well, uThisha Sky Tshabalala has an easy phrase that you will surely get right with practice.
2020-11-1005 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Bring my bill, please' in isiZuluUthisha Sky Tshabalala brings you bitesize Khuluma Nathi phrase that you can use in everyday life, and with restaurants fully open for about two months now, this phrase will come in handy.
2020-11-0405 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'My brother lives in Cape Town' in isiZuluThis is an easy lesson from uThisha Sky Tshabalala. How do we know, you ask? because Darren got it right on his first attempt. UThisha Tshabalala has the higher grade and standard grade translation for you.
2020-11-0303 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'I am not feeling well today' in isiZuluListen to today's lesson and try it with the same emotion as Darren Maule. It is safe to say, after today's lesson that uThisha Sky Tshabalala's D-student, Darren Maule, is catching up to A-student Keri Miller.
2020-10-2805 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'I'm sorry I forgot your birthday' in isiZuluWe all forget our loved ones' birthdays sometimes - because life happens. So why not impress them with a bit of multilingualism in your apology? UThisha Sky Tshabalala has got your back for an isiZulu apology.
2020-10-2006 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Hopefully the sun will shine tomorrow' in isiZuluWe have not had a lot of sun in KZN this spring, but we are hopeful that the sun will shine a lot more than it has. In this Khuluma Nathi lesson, uThisha Sky Tshabalala teaches us a phrase that worth learning.
2020-10-1403 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Chat with us on social media' in isiZuluWhat does 'khuluma nathi' mean? Can it be used in a sentence? These were some of the questions one of uThisha Sky Tshabalala's students (an avid listener) asked him. Listen to the podcast to find out.
2020-10-1303 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'My birthday is in October" in isiZuluNew month, new and fun lesson with uthisha Sky Tshabalala. Libras and Scorpios are going to love this one!
2020-10-0605 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Tomorrow is heritage day in South Africa' in isiZuluHeritage day is finally here! Say it with your chest in isiZulu with uthisha Sky Tshabalala's easy lesson.
2020-09-2304 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'I love living in South Africa' in isiZuluSA - the best country to live in! So uThisha Sky Tshabalala wants you to boast in more languages than one. Think you got this? Try it!
2020-09-2202 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'The South African flag has six colours' in isiZuluUthisha Sky Tshabalala is still teaching us about our heritage this month and an important piece of information is about our South African flag.
2020-09-1603 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Do you want to come for a braai at my house?' in isiZuluIt's only in SA that we call a barbeque a 'braai' - it is part of our heritage. So this heritage month, uthisha Sky Tshabalala is teaching us our South African heritage in isiZulu. How would you invite your friend for a braai?
2020-09-0204 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Be proud of your South African heritage' in isiZuluSeptember is heritage month in South Africa, so Thisha Sky Tshabalala has prepared a syllabus that will instill pride in us as South Africans.
2020-09-0102 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Women are nurturing' in isiZuluAs we near the end of Women's Month, uThisha Sky Tshabalala continues to shine the spotlight on the many roles that women play in our lives; like that of nurturing. Can you say 'women are nurturing' in isiZulu? How good is your pronunciation? Listen to the podcast to practice.
2020-08-2502 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Women are like flowers' in isiZuluThis women's month, and every other month, give the woman in your life a compliment and make her day. UThisha Sky Tshabalala wants you to try this new phrase, 'women are like flowers.' Easy, right?
2020-08-1203 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Women are brave' in isiZuluIn keeping with the Women's Month theme, uThisha Sky Tshabalala continues to highlight the amazing characteristics that women possess. 'Women Are Brave' was what he taught us today.
2020-08-1103 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)Say: 'Women are remarkable' in isiZuluUThisha Sky Tshabalala is honouring women for women's month by teaching us how to compliment them. Can you say 'women are remarkable' in isiZulu?
2020-08-0502 min
Station interviewsCassper Nyovest accepts Sky's challenge to FIFA 20 friendly matchA man who needs no introduction to South African music, Cassper Nyovest spoke to East Coast Breakfast's Sky Tshabalala about his new song; what he has been up to during lockdown, TikTok and accepted Sky's challenge to a winner-takes-all-the-bragging-rights FIFA 20 online match.
Cassper recently launched his “Cassper Stay At Home Games” hashtag where he takes on celebrities.
He recently lost to daily show host Trevor Noah 3-1, but claims that he has never ever lost a FIFA match in Durban or against someone from KZN...
2020-04-1110 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)How to say: Do you have somewhere where I can charge my phone?In Khuluma Nathi you can expect top isiZulu student, Sky Tshabalala to teach you the isiZulu phrases you want to learn! Don’t miss the chance to improve your isiZulu in Khuluma Nathi with East Coast Breakfast.
2020-03-0303 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)How to ask: 'Liverpool is the best soccer team ever'In Khuluma Nathi you can expect top isiZulu student, Sky Tshabalala to teach you the isiZulu phrases you want to learn! Don’t miss the chance to improve your isiZulu in Khuluma Nathi with East Coast Breakfast.
2020-02-2604 minKhuluma Nathi (Archive)How to ask for petrol in isiZuluIn Khuluma Nathi you can expect top isiZulu student, Sky Tshabalala to teach you the isiZulu phrases you want to learn! Don’t miss the chance to improve your isiZulu in Khuluma Nathi with East Coast Breakfast.
2020-02-1802 min
Jane Linley-Thomas (Archive)Ever wondered what the Proteas team has for lunch?Jane is at the Protea vs Sri Lanka match with East Coast Breakfast's Sky Tshabalala. We asked Cricket South Africa about the team's lunch menu, and it was quite the feast. Jane's page on ECR
2019-02-1300 min
Jane Linley-Thomas (Archive)Ever wondered what the Proteas team has for lunch?East Coast Radio — Jane is at the Protea vs Sri Lanka match with East Coast Breakfast's Sky Tshabalala. We asked Cricket South Africa about the team's lunch menu, and it was quite the feast.
2019-02-1300 min