Lotus FM

The Breakfast Express

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Interviews, Discussions, Entertainment at its best.

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Lotus FM

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Society

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www.lotusfm.co.za

Latest episode

Oct 22, 2026

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Episodes

INTERVIEW: Diwali Baking with Rani Judnarain 24.10.2024

It’s 2 weeks before Deepavali, and we have a sweet treat for you. We chat to popular food blogger and home chef, Rani Judnarain from Baked with Love to share her special burfee, chana magaj and gulab jamun recipes. She’ll also serve a tasty pani puri and what makes it the ideal snack.

Why are some countries richer than others? Nobel Winners answer 24.10.2024

Why are some countries richer than others? Three economists have been awarded the Nobel prize for shedding light on this fundamental question. We unpack their fascinating research

Bangladesh OB podcast 18.10.2024

We are coming to you live from the bustling and colourful Bangladesh Market in Westcliff, Chatsworth.

INDIA TO TAX TOILET SEATS 17.10.2024
INTERVIEW: 30 years of Democracy - Zelda La Grange 17.10.2024

As we mark 30 years of democracy in South Africa, we chat to Zelda la Grange, a former private secretary to Tata Nelson Mandela. She shares the inspiration behind her new book, What Nelson Mandela Taught Me...

INTERVIEW: Transport Month - Lieutenant-Colonel Kgothatso Khunou 16.10.2024

As we commemorate Transport Month, we chat to Lieutenant-Colonel Kgothatso Khunou, the first female chief helicopter pilot attached to the South African Police Service (SAPS) Airwing in the Free State.

Tributes pour in for former finance minister Tito Mboweni 15.10.2024

Tributes have been pouring in for former finance minister and Reserve Bank governor Tito Mboweni who passed away on Saturday at the age of 65. 

INTERVIEW: World Mental Health Day 14.10.2024

Every day in every corner of the globe millions of people suffer from mental health issues. As we mark World Mental Health Day, we chat to psychiatrist Dr Mohamed Salduker on how to identify and treat mental health issues.

MATRIC STUDY TIPS WITH ANNIE EDDIE 09.10.2024

It’s 2 weeks to the NSC matric exams. We chat to Anne Eddie, founder of The Answer Series, on what matriculants should be doing in this 2 weeks before the exams

HOTSEAT INTERVIEW: Comedic duo Jason and Nicholas Goliath 02.10.2024

Joining us on the HOTSEAT today are comedic duo Jason and Nicholas Goliath. They share how their comedic journey began and what sets them apart from other

INTERVIEW: Woman killed on N3 after car battery thrown off bridge - Uncle speaks 02.10.2024

A horrible incident unfolded on Sunday, when a Pietermaritzburg mother, Madhu Bunwarie was killed after a car battery was thrown off a bridge, on the N3 near Westville. We chat to her uncle, Roy Sukdhev, about this tragedy.

INTERVIEW: Stranded snow motorist shares her ordeal 01.10.2024

Rescue missions continue on the N3 following weekend-long snowfall, which left hundreds of motorists stranded in the freezing snow. We speak to Priscilla Naidoo who was travelling with her elderly mother and daughter, and spent over 29-hours stuck at Van Reenens Pass. Armed only with the jackets on their backs, and a few snacks, they managed to brave the bitter cold

WOSA at Coastlands Musgrave 01.10.2024

Lotus FM’s Women of Substance Awards is set to take place at the Coastlands Musgrave Hotel on Saturday. We chat to the founder and CEO of the Coastlands hotel group, Saantha Naidoo.

INTERVIEW: Purtassi and Pitr Paksh messages 25.09.2024

Hindus throughout the world will commence the auspicious fasting period for Purtassi and Pitr Paksh today. We share special messages from the president of the Hindu Maha Sabha, Ashwin Trikamjee and Guru Kriba Vaiyapuri

HOTSEAT INTERVIEW: HERITAGE MONTH - Abheran Moodley 25.09.2024

Joining me on the HOTSEAT today is the talented Abheran Moodley who sings the popular Thiru Kovil Devam song

Phoenix Water Crisis - Update with Councillor 17.09.2024

Residents in the northern parts of Durban, mainly in Phoenix have been grappling with dry taps for hours every day and sometimes days on end. We chat to Councillor Tino Pillay who will give us an update on the water status in affected wards.

How to keep kids safe in times of crisis 17.09.2024

In the wake of a horrible hijacking that claimed the life of an 11-year old learner in Malvern, we chat to emergency service director, Garrith Jamieson on how you can empower your kids to be safe in times of crisis

Tribute to Former cabinet minister Pravin Gordhan 16.09.2024

South Africans woke up to the sad news of the passing of anti-apartheid struggle icon and former cabinet minister Pravin Gordhan, after a short battle with cancer. 

How can schools equip learners for AI jobs 06.09.2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming all industries. A recent report estimates that AI will create nearly 100 million new jobs globally by 2030. These jobs will require a new workforce to effectively handle this. But, will our youth be equipped to take on these jobs? How can our schools assist in doing this? We get some insights from Joanne Brink, the Founder of TechWays

Women’s Month: Naliyani Uma - The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice / WOSA Judge 06.09.2024

We continue to showcase phenomenal women this Women’s Month, and today we’ll chat to Naliyani Uma who is acting in the reality series, The Mommy Club: Sugar & Spice. She is one of the judges of Lotus FM’s Women Of Substance Awards.

Eye Can Walk 2024 - Trevor Williams 06.09.2024

The KZN Blind and Deaf Society’s Eye Can Walk 2024  is set to kick off next Saturday. We chat to event coordinator Trevor Williams

WOMEN’S MONTH: KZN’s first female maxillofacial surgeon 28.08.2024

This Women’s Month, we are celebrating phenomenal women who are breaking barriers and inspiring others. We'll be chatting to Dr Pranusha Ramlakhan, KZN’s first female maxillofacial surgeon

INTERVIEW: Power and energy expert Vally Padayachee 22.08.2024

Parliament is set to debate a proposed 36% electricity tariff increase. With households struggling in these tough financial times, we speak to power and energy expert Vally Padayachee, on how this could unfold and affect your pocket.

WOMENS MONTH - Vernita Salligram of Vernita’s Kitchen 22.08.2024

We continue to showcase phenomenal women and today we’ll chat to Vernita Salligram, who decided to raise her daughter as a single mum, and turned her passion for baking into a serious business.

WOMEN’S MONTH: Young entrepreneur Therusha Chetty 22.08.2024

This Women’s Month, we are celebrating phenomenal women who are breaking barriers and inspiring others. Today, we’ll chat to young entrepreneur Therusha Chetty, who used her African and Indian roots to start a shoe design business. She’ll share the secrets to her creativity and business model

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