The Roger Goode Breakfast Show

The highly anticipated Cape Town Kota Festival returns on 5th September 2026 at The Ostrich, bringing back one of the Western Cape’s fastest-growing township food and lifestyle experiences. Roger Goode chats to Xolani Machel about what to expect from the festival and how people can get involved.

Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis takes on our reigning Are You Smarter Than A DJ champion, Meshell, in the latest edition of the quiz. 

Cape Town Mayor, Geordin Hill-Lewis, pops into the The Roger Goode Breakfast to talk all things luxury vehicle raid, affordable housing in the Mother City, and takes over the playlist to share some of his favourite throwback songs. 

Will Linley sits down with Roger Goode to share more about his incredible career so far, being nominated for Best Pop Album for his debut album, "Don't Cry Because It's Over" and what to expect in the future. 

Authorities across the Western Cape are on high alert as planned anti-immigration protests take place today, with the City of Cape Town, SAPS and other government departments working together to maintain public safety and order. JP Smith, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, chats to Roger Goode about how the City has activated Joint Operations Centres and is working alongside SAPS and other agencies to protect citizens. 

TJ Perenara, former All Blacks vice-captain and member of the Barbarians squad, chats to Cato Louw about their upcoming game against the Springboks and some of his favourite South African snacks.

According to Stats SA’s Quarterly Labour Force Survey for Q1 2026, only three in ten young people aged 15 to 24 who want to work currently have a job. Seven in ten are either unemployed or have stopped looking, and of those seven, four are completely outside the system. For Sandi Richardson, Chief People Officer at RCS, this is the reality young South Africans face on Youth Day 2026, fifty years on from the Soweto Uprising of 1976. She chats to Roger Goode about why mindset is such an important starting point for young people and shares some practical advice for someone looking to access these opportunities and build workplace experience. 

Devon Van Der Merwe, Head Coach of the South African Hockey Team, chats to Roger Goode about how winning the 2022 tournament shaped the team's mentality, and what lessons they learnt from that campaign that is still relevant today. He also shares more about what it means to lead the national team on the international stage, and what legacy he would like to leave as head coach.  

Anxiety among children and adolescents is increasing, with studies suggesting that as many as one in eight children experience significant anxiety. Experts attribute this rise to several factors, including increased screen time, reduced physical activity and play, greater uncertainty in society, academic pressure, overprotective parenting, and the influence of social media. Dr Stacey Ochse, Member of the South African Society of Psychiatrists, chats to Roger Goode about the main factors driving this increase and shares some practical, everyday strategies they can implement to help their children manage worry and develop healthier ways of coping with stress and uncertainty.

Itumeleng Langeni, Vice Chairperson at Community Chest, chats to Roger Goode about the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

Roger Goode chats to Craig Holman, Principal of Milnerton Primary School, about being a part of the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

A new study suggests men take an average of 112 days — roughly four months — to decide whether a partner has long-term marriage potential. Researchers found that emotional connection, trust, shared values, communication, and compatibility mattered far more than physical attraction alone when considering a future together.

The official match ball for the 2026 FIFA World Cup will need to be charged before games due to its advanced built-in technology. German sportswear giant Adidas, which has designed World Cup balls since 1970, unveiled the new “TRIONDA” ball ahead of the tournament being hosted across the US, Canada and Mexico. The high-tech ball features a built-in 500Hz motion sensor chip capable of recording data 500 times per second, allowing it to track every movement, touch and position of the ball in real time during matches. Because of the technology inside, the ball must be charged before kick-off. Its battery lasts up to six hours, enough to cover a full match comfortably. The sensor weighs just 14 grams and is embedded into one of the ball’s panels, meaning players reportedly won’t notice any difference in balance or feel. Data collected from the ball will work together with stadium camera tracking systems to create a full 3D model of matches, helping VAR officials make quicker and more accurate decisions in real time.

Getting married is no easy feat, and choosing an engagement and wedding ring may be one of the most difficult decisions. Roger Goode, the team and listeners share some of the dos and don'ts of wedding ring shopping including the rise of lab-grown diamonds and how to choose the perfect design. 

Egypt is a transcontinental country linking northeast Africa with the Middle East through the Sinai Peninsula. It has a population of over 107 million people and is the most populous country in the Arab world. Roger Goode and the team share incredible facts about Egypt, their mind-blowing inventions and so much more.  

Adrian Endley, who stands in for Cato Louw, gives us an in-depth analysis of the 2025/2026 Premier League season where Arsenal where crowned champions for the first time in 22 years.

The team gets put to the test on all things general knowledge.

Peter Heeger, CEO of Community Chest, gives Roger Goode an update of how things are going with the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

Stormers players, Ruhan Nel, chats to Cato Louw about the up and coming URC quarterfinal match against Cardiff. 

The City of Cape Town sits down with Roger Goode about working with the Community Chest and Good Hope FM, and all of the incredible donations they have received for those in need. 

Dr. Noor, Chairperson of the Board for the Community Chest, chats to Roger Goode about doing the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign with Good Hope FM for almost two decades, and what it means to those receiving all of the donated canned foods and blankets.

Mr. Johnson and Mr. Velenski, the principals of York Road and Portia Primary School respectively, sits down with Roger Goode to share more about their incredible schools and being involved in the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

In another round of Are You Smarter Than A DJ?, the team gets put to the test on all things general knowledge. 

After supporting the national team, Bafana Bafana, the team picks their second team to support at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. 

Tyson Fury’s daughter, Venezuela Fury, has officially tied the knot at just 16 years old, marrying her 19-year-old partner Noah Price in a lavish wedding on the Isle of Man. Roger Goode and the team reminiscences on their own wedding and what they liked or regret from their special day.

Delucia Daniels puts the team to the test in the latest edition of Are You Smarter Than A DJ?

Having competed in the mixed 4x400m relay in early May, Pillay initially sat out the men’s heats but was drafted into the final in place of world U20 400m champion Udeme Okon – a tactical switch that paid off handsomely. South Africa reshuffled their line-up for the final, with Mthi Mthimkhulu moving to the opening leg and Pillay slotted into second. He then went on to run the fastest ever recorded in 4x400m relay history, helping them secure a well-deserved silver medal. He chats to Cato Louw about his extraordinary career so far, and what to expect from him in the coming months.  

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settled their lawsuit regarding the 2024 film It Ends With Us on May 4, 2026, two weeks before a scheduled trial. The settlement followed a tumultuous dispute where Lively accused Baldoni of harassment and a retaliatory smear campaign, which he denied. Roger Goode and the team unpack the case. 

Sunlands Primary School is a co-educational institution that proudly serves 766 learners from Grade R to Grade 7, supported by a dedicated staff complement of 60 members. Roger Goode sits down with Michelle Rhode, Principal at Sunlands Primary School, about their incredible school, Anti-Bullying Awareness Campaign and being a part of the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

Commander Graham Samuels, Station Commander at Wynberg Fire Station, chats to Roger Goode about the most common causes of fires and injuries you see in homes during winter and shares some advice on how residents in those spaces can stay warm.   

Roger Goode chats to Jaco from VW Barons about their R100 000 donation to the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

Oasis Association is a non-profit organisation dedicated to supporting and uplifting vulnerable communities through social development initiatives, community support programmes, and empowerment opportunities. Gail Bester, Executive Director, and Jackie, HR Manager at Oasis Association, chat to Roger Goode about being of the beneficiaries of the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

Beyers Chocolate, founded in 1987 by Belgian-born confectioner Kees Beyers, has entered liquidation after a dispute with Woolworths oversupply exclusivity. One of its best creations, the sweetie pie, seems to be a victim to this crime because South Africans may no longer get access to it. Roger Goode and the team share some of their favourite chocolates that no longer exist, but are always in our cravings. 

Marilyn May sits down with Roger Goode to chat about her incredible organisation, Atlantic Hope, and shares what ‘care and safety for vulnerable babies’ actually look like day-to-day and how they feel about being a Keep Cape Town Warm beneficiary. 

Sea Point Primary started in 1884 in a church with just two learners. 140 years later, it is still one of the oldest and most diverse primary schools in the province. Roger Goode chats to the principal, Mr Senekal, about their school and being involved in the Keep Cape Town project. 

In the midst of the weather, the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign aims to help those in need by donating blankets and non-perishable goods and spreading the word on how to keep warm safely. Sonica Lategan, spokesperson for Disaster Risk Management, chats to Roger Goode about how communities can step up to help others and shares some precautions that families can take to keep warm.

While at Pinelands North Primary School, Roger Goode and the team gets surprised by Pick 'N Pay, who donates R10,000 to the Keep Cape Town Warm initiative.   

Monika Edwards from Mamelani Projects chats to Roger Goode about their incredible organisation and being one of the beneficiaries of the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

Pinelands North Primary School stands out as a truly exceptional institution, dedicated to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is not only valued but empowered to reach their fullest potential. Ms Stadler, Principal at Pinelands North Primary School, chats to Roger Goode about some of the special innovations they have at the school and being involved in the station's annual Keep Cape Town Warm campaign. 

Statistics South Africa’s latest marriages and divorces report shows that women are initiating the majority of divorces in South Africa, making up 57.2% of divorce cases in 2024,continuing a long-term trend. Stats SA says this reflects major social change, with fewer people getting married, those who do marry doing so later, and more women having the independence and means to leave marriages that no longer serve their well-being. The data shows that Gauteng recorded the highest number of women-led divorces, followed by the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. Most women filing for divorce were ending their first marriage and were generally employed, often in professional, semi-professional, or technical jobs.

Sundays just got more original. Introducing The Cape Town’s Original Sundaze Party, only on Good Hope FM. Peadon Smith sits down with Roger Goode to share more about the station's first Sundaze event, happening at the end of the month, and how people can get their tickets.  

Delucia Daniels tests the team's knowledge on all things pop culture, science and everything in between.

Cynthia Erivo has been cast as iconic South African singer and activist Miriam Makeba in a new musical drama titled The Road Home. The film will explore a major moment in music and political history, focusing on the late 1980s during Paul Simon’s Graceland era and the controversial world tour that followed, set against the backdrop of the UN cultural boycott of apartheid South Africa. While many are calling it a major career move for Erivo, some social media users are questioning why a South African actress was not chosen to play such an important South African cultural figure.

A recent study published in the Journal of Economic Behavior & Organization suggests that men may be more likely than women to engage in financially motivated relationships, challenging the traditional stereotype of “gold digging” as a mainly female behaviour. Researchers found that while both men and women can be influenced by financial incentives in dating, changing social dynamics such as shifting gender roles, greater income equality, and modern dating culture are reshaping relationship patterns.

People magazine has named Anne Hathaway the World’s Most Beautiful Star 2026. The honour comes ahead of a packed year for Hathaway, with five films set for release, including The Devil Wears Prada 2 on 1 May 2026.

As we count down the days to the much-anticipated Ultra Music Festival, taking place at The Ostrich, Roger Goode gives away one lucky listener (Tee-Ann Lawrence) VIP to the biggest EDM festival in the world.

Delucia Daniels puts the team to the test, but this time it is all about Roger Goode and Cato Louw vs. Mishka Loesch and surprise guest, Rinaldo Felaar. 

There are so many aspects we have to take into consideration when guiding parents to a better sleep journey for their children. Whether these children are newborns, toddlers or pre-schoolers. Helping parents navigate life with toddlers who are having a meltdown or newborns who will not stop crying or who will not sleep for longer than 30 minutes.  Building good foundations for sleep is very important at a young age for children. They are just that much more accepting of your boundaries as parents and the household in general can run that much smoother when everything “gels” well. The ever on-going questions about “how are your kids sleeping?”, “are they sleeping through yet?”, “how do you manage?” always comes up in conversation. Jolandi Becker, Managing Director at Good Night and spokesperson for BabyWombWorld, chats to Roger Goode about when the best time is to move your baby to their own room and what the best way is to do it - for you and your little one.

Roger Goode sits down with the ladies of BADISA Tygerberg, who are one of the beneficiaries of the Keep Cape Town Campaign, to find out more about what their incredible organisation does and how people can support the initiative.     

Kicking off the Keep Cape Town Warm campaign at Parow North Primary School, Roger Goode sits down with former student and teacher, Mrs René Nel, where she shares more about her lifelong connection to the school.