Lester Kiewit speaks to J Brooks Spector, associate editor at Daily Maverick, about what to make of Donald Trump appointing his big supporter and tech billionaire Elon Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency.

Lester Kiewit speaks to J Brooks Spector, associate editor at Daily Maverick, about what to make of Donald Trump appointing his big supporter and tech billionaire Elon Musk to lead the Department of Government Efficiency.

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Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchrest shares his take on the biggest global stories daily at 7:45am. Tune in daily for the ‘Hood Hang-out at 7:55am.

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Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life.
Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchrest shares his take on the biggest global stories daily at 7:45am. Tune in daily for the ‘Hood Hang-out at 7:55am.
#CoffeeDate is a regular outside broadcast that happens on the first Monday of the month, starting in November. Each #Coffeedate is broadcast from a different community, featuring the voices and opinions of residents, ward councillors, local celebs, community leaders and you, the listener.
Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit, Monday to Friday 06:00 to 9:00 on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za
#GMCT with @lesterkk @CapeTalk #JoinTheConversation
Follow Lester on Twitter: @lesterkk Twitter and Facebook: @CapeTalk

Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit

Join Lester Kiewit every weekday for an authentic Cape Town wake-up call. The show gets Cape Town as close to the story as possible, from high-profile interviews to did-you-hear watercooler conversations. The show is enlightening and accessible, inclusive and thought-provoking. It helps listeners navigate the (sometimes hectic) business of life.
Some highlights include the daily Editorial segment at 6:10 and the flagship #LesterTester on Fridays at 8:35. The WorldView favourite Adam Gilchrest shares his take on the biggest global stories daily at 7:45am. Tune in daily for the ‘Hood Hang-out at 7:55am.
#CoffeeDate is a regular outside broadcast that happens on the first Monday of the month, starting in November. Each #Coffeedate is broadcast from a different community, featuring the voices and opinions of residents, ward councillors, local celebs, community leaders and you, the listener.
Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit, Monday to Friday 06:00 to 9:00 on 567 medium wave (AM) or streaming online at www.capetalk.co.za
#GMCT with @lesterkk @CapeTalk #JoinTheConversation
Follow Lester on Twitter: @lesterkk Twitter and Facebook: @CapeTalk

What to make of Trump placing Musk in high-ranking government position  

Correction: John Smyth was described as a lawyer for both KwaSizabantu and Doctors for Life. KwaSizabantu says that Smyth never represented them and only acted as a lawyer for Doctors for Life.

In the interview, Lester speaks to Erika Bornman, the author of 'Mission of Malice - My Exodus from KwaSizabantu'. They discuss UK barrister John Smyth who moved from the UK to South Africa, where he allegedly abused scores of children. The head of the Anglican Church has resigned over his role in covering up Smyth’s abuse, and not alerting authorities. 

Correction: John Smyth was described as a lawyer for both KwaSizabantu and Doctors for Life. KwaSizabantu says that Smyth never represented them and only acted as a lawyer for Doctors for Life.
In the interview, Lester speaks to Erika Bornman, the author of 'Mission of Malice - My Exodus from KwaSizabantu'. They discuss UK barrister John Smyth who moved from the UK to South Africa, where he allegedly abused scores of children. The head of the Anglican Church has resigned over his role in covering up Smyth’s abuse, and not alerting authorities.

Archbishop of of Canterbury resignation raises questions about SA link to UK barrister

58-year-old Mike Tyson, the former undisputed heavyweight world champion, will be taking on Jake Paul (27), the Youtuber-turned-boxer on Friday night (15 November), in a fight which will span eight rounds of two minutes each. Lester Kiewit speaks to boxing journalist Peter Leopeng to find out if it is a bout which can be taken seriously.

58-year-old Mike Tyson, the former undisputed heavyweight world champion, will be taking on Jake Paul (27), the Youtuber-turned-boxer on Friday night (15 November), in a fight which will span eight rounds of two minutes each. Lester Kiewit speaks to boxing journalist Peter Leopeng to find out if it is a bout which can be taken seriously.

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: is it all hype?

Is it time for rugby to drop one of its values which it has kept despite changing norms? We’re talking about the expectation for fans to remain quiet and respectful towards the kicker who is about to kick for points. Lester Kiewit speaks to Daniel Gallan, a journalist and lecturer specialising in the politics and history of sport at St Mary's University and the University of East London.

Is it time for rugby to drop one of its values which it has kept despite changing norms? We’re talking about the expectation for fans to remain quiet and respectful towards the kicker who is about to kick for points. Lester Kiewit speaks to Daniel Gallan, a journalist and lecturer specialising in the politics and history of sport at St Mary's University and the University of East London.

What to make of Trump placing Musk in high-ranking government position

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