The Drive with Simon Bechus
Be ready to be completely engaged as Simon takes you down a rabbit hole of entertainment. His endless knowledge of music, performers and performances are snackable moments you won't soon forget.
Meet 'toughest firefighter alive' contender - Emile Corad
The George local will be competing nationally when the Garden Route plays host to the 2026 Toughest Firefighter Alive competition. But ,Emile has plenty happening before that goes down - take a listen to this inspiring chat!
An ex-Springbok and his Protea gymnast daughter
Simon B shines a light on Zane Kirchner and his delightful daughter Amaris as she takes the world of gymnastics by storm!
Love on the airwaves with Simon B
Simon B welcomes couple Shaun Nelson and Meghan Cilliers into the studio to talk relationships and hitting it hard at the gym to get to competition level! They are both personal trainers.
Hats off to Mayor of Mossel Bay
Executive Mayor Alderman Dirk Kotzé is a busy man. With a growth strategy in place, he is making thigns happen in the fastest growing town in South Africa.
Kane Johnstone has done it again to save endangered species !
This time swimming 36.5 km to raise awareness for the Shark Catch Exclusion Zone proposal, aimed at stopping commercial shark fishing in the Mossel Bay area. Take a bow Kane!
Simon B catches up with renowned palaeontologist
The Garden Route has become one of the world’s most important regions for palaeontology thanks to the groundbreaking work of Dr Charles Helm.
Outeniqua Lifestyle Centre a cut above the rest
There's no doubt that after listening to Lizanne Vos and Minnin du Preez talk about this lifestyle centre, you will want to pay it a visit. PS dog lovers - it's pet friendly too!
George Business Chamber welcomes new manager Judy Westraat
With a strong background in business coordination, stakeholder engagement, administration, and community-driven initiatives, Judy Westraat, is ready to strengthen local business through her people-centred approach to leadership.
Simon B catches up with music industry heavyweights
Graham Gillot, regarded as one of the best musos in the business, and well known music producer Daryl de Lange, were in the house. Rodriguez fans, this is a must listen!
Putting a stop to commercial shark fishing in Mossel Bay
The unstoppable 19 year old Kane Johnstone swam 22km across Mossel Bay to raise awareness for Earth Legacy Foundations Shark Catch Exclusion Zone proposal.Find out how you can support this vital initiative.
George gears up for legendary Outeniqua Chair Challenge
Event organiser, Alewijn Dippenaar, talks an exciting new change that has made the event more spectator friendly. There's still time to take part or to volunteer!
Hartenbos readies for Hart & Haas Festival
Lian Fourie, event organiser of this exciting new venture happening on 4 April at the ATKV Amphitheatre, paints a vivd picture of what sounds like a not to be missed festival!
George Car Show set to draw record crowds
Alewijn Dippenaar, organiser of the show, has a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the history of motorcars.He joined Simon to give us a rundown on what we can expect from this year's 29th George Car Show.
The Stinger GC Foundation Charity Golf Day
Stephen Murray, BM of Pam Golding Properties George & Wilderness and and Petrie Cronje, GM of the Stinger GC Foundation ,joined Simon B to talk raising money, partnerships and and the property business.
ACSA Entrepreneur winners 2025 on the Drive with Simon B
Anlé Pretorius, Chantal Witthuhn and Project Manager Paul Hoffman talk through this exceptional George business accelerator programme.
Mossel Bay readies for 'phenomenal' Ironman event!
Simon B catches up with the COO of Mossel Bay Tourism, Lieschke Steven-Jennings ,as local and international athletes and visitors converge on the stunning harbour town for the ISUZU IRONMAN 70.3 Mossel Bay! …
Garden Route Toy Run 2025 - entry is FREE - just bring toys!
'Tis the season to give back to the underpriviliged and there's no better way to do it than by supporting Anthony Van Tonder and the MOTH Motorcycle Club, a key part of this epic event happening November 23!
Mossel Bay's Zwelakhe “Zweli” Mhlongo running for kids with cancer
As Simon B attests, a touching story of a man giving his all for the most vulnerable. Zweli will be running the Ultra Trail on 22 November in Cape Town in aid of his non-profit, Zweli-Bags for Children with Cancer.
CTM George revamp launch not to be missed
Owner of CTM George, Frans-Krige Siebrits, gives us a run down on what to expect from this weekend's massive celebration.
Ballet prodigy Cayden Bean on his way to the Big Apple
Cayden's rare talent has seen him dance his way to a full scholarship at the Ballet Academy East in New York City. Simon B caught up with the down to earth youngster from George who will be jetting off in January.