East Coast Radio has announced that it has welcomed a new Breakfast show co-host, Carmen Reddy, a native of KwaZulu-Natal, who brings a wealth of experience in radio and journalism that spans over 15 years.
According to the station, Reddy’s journey with the team began a month ago when she joined current Breakfast host Darren Maule and co-host Sky Tshabalala as a Friday guest co-host.
The chemistry and energy she brought to the show were undeniable, and the response from the listeners was overwhelmingly positive, says the station. It was clear that Reddy was the perfect fit for the team.
ECR’s program manager Travis Bussiahn said the addition of Reddy to the East Coast Breakfast team will further strengthen the already hugely successful show.
“Reddy’s broad experience, inquiring mind and passion for radio is truly exceptional. We couldn’t be more excited to have her come home, join the station and contribute her talent and caliber to our already incredible line-up,” Bussiahn added.
The official announcement of Reddy’s appointment was made on Monday, 10 July during an on-air segment with Maule and Tshabalala, who called Reddy to let her know that they would like her to become a permanent co-host.
They then left ECR’s headquarters in Umhlanga and headed to Johannesburg to personally bring Reddy back to Durban.
Over the next few days, the Breakfast team will embark on an exciting road trip with their new co-host in tow. They will broadcast from various locations along the route as they journey home together, says the station.
The road trip presents an excellent opportunity for the team to get better acquainted with Reddy and to allow her to reconnect with the beauty of her home province.
It will also allow the Breakfast show, which is known for hyperlocal, informative and upbeat content to keep listeners engaged and entertained.
Bussiahn says that while Reddy is a fresh face, the station remains committed to retaining KwaZulu-Natal’s favourite radio personalities.
“As a station, we take pride in recruiting and nurturing the best talent South Africa has to offer. We only make changes to our line-up when necessary and this time around, we’re keeping KwaZulu-Natal’s favorites,” concludes Bussiahn.
The East Coast Radio line-up includes the following:
East Coast Breakfast with Darren, Sky and Carmen: Weekdays from 06:00 to 09:00
Daytime with Carol Ofori: Weekdays from 09:00 to midday
Daytime with Vic Naidoo: Weekdays from midday to 15:00
Stacey & J Sbu on Afternoon Drive: Weekdays from 15:00 to 18:00
Tee Xaba: Monday to Thursday from 18:00 to 21:00
Deon Govender: Monday to Thursday from 21:00 to 23:00 and Party People on Fridays from 18:00 to 21:00
Mike V: Weekdays from 04:00 to 06:00 and Sundays from 18:00 to 22:00
Sam Cele: Weekends, Friday from 21:00 to 01:00, Saturday from 18:00 to 22:00 and Sunday from 22:00 to 02:00
Danny Guselli: Weekends from 10:00 to 14:00
Styles Mbatha: Weekends from 06:00 to 10:00
Jane Linley Thomas: Weekends from 14:00 to 18:00, and
Gordon Graham: Sundays from 22:00 to 02:00.
East Coast Radio concludes that it remains committed to providing the highest quality and most enjoyable radio experience for its listeners.
Individuals are encouraged to listen to East Coast Radio’s award-winning content via the ECR App (iOS/Android) or on the station’s website. They can also listen via DStv channel 836. For commercial inquiries, listeners can contact the ECR sales team on [email protected].