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The World View with Adam Gilchrist on CapeTalk

Foreign Correspondent Adam Gilchrist shares headlines from around the world.
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Episodes

A World View from London: R.I.P. Diogo Jota

Liverpool and Portugal star Diogo jota dies in car crash along with brother André Silva; thousands evacuated due to wildfires in Crete; an Oasis reunion is nigh. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share re...

Jul 04, 20258 min

A World View from London: An awful discovery at Mexican crematorium

A pile of bodies found at crematorium in Mexico; current Dalai Lama has started a spiritual debate; a gourmet selection for space. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make...

Jul 03, 20256 min

A World View from London: A European heatwave

Temperature records being set across the European continent; a hero dad after daughter falls off cruise liner; Denmark now has some female military conscription. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share re...

Jul 02, 20258 min

A World View from London: Israel airstrike kills journalists and activists

More deaths in Gaza as Israeli airstrikes hit a popular cafe used by activists and journalists, Trump’s ‘One Big, beautiful bill could see 12 million Americans lose their health insurance, and the humanoid robot footballers practicing their game before the World Humanoid Robot Games in August! Vicki Turner discusses these headline making stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wak...

Jul 01, 20254 min

A World View from London: Europe hit by dangerous heatwave

Life threatening heatwave hits Europe: controversy at Glastonbury as act leads the crowd in anti- Semitic and anti-IDF chants, and it’s avoca-go as Wimbledon ditches the avocado in favour of crushed peas to save the planet. Vicki Turner shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlighteni...

Jun 30, 20253 min

A World View from London: NATO and Trump

The NATO alliance agrees a 5 percent spend on defence; Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’ 20-million-dollar wedding; and let’s go Glasto! Glastonbury 2025 kicks off. Vicki Turner shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share rele...

Jun 26, 20254 min

A World View from London: Iran and Israel ignore Trump’s ceasefire

The latest on the conflict between Israel and Iran; Safety regulators target Tesla’s erratic robot taxis; and the Queen Elizabeth memorial with a bridge inspired by her wedding tiara. Vicki Turner shares details on these stories with John Maytham. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to...

Jun 25, 20254 min

The World View from London with Vicki Turner: Russia stands with Iran

Russia has announced it will stand with Iran in the face of US attack; the new Vera C telescope in Chile promising a more sharply-focused look into space; a very old and valuable violin stolen in a pub. Vicki Turner shares details on these stories with John Maytham Russia has announced it will stand with Iran in the face of US attack; the new Vera C telescope in Chile promising a more sharply-focused look into space; a very old and valuable violin stolen in a pub. Vicki Turner shares details on ...

Jun 24, 20255 min

A World View from London: Hell in Middle East if US backs Israel’s Iran attack

Iran's deputy Foreign Minister warns the US joining Israeli strikes on Iran would cause hell in the region; a Chinese man is jailed for life in the UK for drugging and raping 10 women; and Michelle Obama directly addresses those divorce rumours, but is it enough to stop the rumour mill? Vicki Turner shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Goo...

Jun 20, 20256 min

A World View from London: Gaza Food Tragedy, Bali Volcano Chaos, and US Hotel Gator

Dozens are feared dead in Gaza after reports emerged of another deadly incident—this time as civilians queued for food. In Indonesia, volcanic activity has forced the closure of all flights to and from Bali, disrupting travel and raising safety concerns. And in the U.S., hotel guests got a shock when an alligator made an unexpected appearance in the lobby. Adam Gilchrist shares the details with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. ...

Jun 19, 20257 min

A World View from London: Trump Targets Iran, Gold-Plated Phones, and Surgical Selfie Warnings

Donald Trump has posted fresh online threats aimed at Iran, fuelling tensions amid an already volatile Middle East climate. Meanwhile, in the world of presidential merchandising, Trump-branded gold mobile phones are reportedly on sale—yes, really. And doctors are urging patients to stop filming themselves during operations, as a bizarre new trend in medical selfies gains traction. Adam Gilchrist shares these stories with Lester Kiewit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 18, 20257 min

A World View from London: Tensions in the Middle East, Trump’s Conflicted Weekend, and Festival Fans Misusing 999

Amid rising military exchanges, both Iran and Israel are being urged to de-escalate and avoid further conflict. In the U.S., Donald Trump had a weekend of contrasts—celebrating with a patriotic parade while also facing angry protests. And in the UK, police have asked festivalgoers to stop calling emergency services from mosh pits, reminding them that crowd-surfing isn’t a crime. Adam Gilchrist shares the latest with Lester. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Jun 16, 20258 min

A World View from London: A Devastating Airline Crash in India

A Devastating Airline Crash in India, Israel’s Impending Action in Iran and The Labubu Doll Craze. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and th...

Jun 13, 20257 min

A World View from London: R.I.P. Brian Wilson

One of the greats of pop has died; South Korea ends its speaker war; undersea treasure photos causing excitement in Colombia. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the...

Jun 12, 20257 min

A World View from London: Mass shooting in Austria

Shock and horror at a school in Graz; more drone attacks targeting Ukraine; Beyoncé’s concerts not selling out. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inc...

Jun 11, 20257 min

A World View from London: Legal action taken against Trump

The Los Angeles protests and crackdown has led to legal action being taken against the US President; a house invitation by a world boxing champion to President Trump; no dog walking in Iran. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ...

Jun 10, 20257 min

A World View from London: Israel out to scupper Greta’s Gaza crusade

Greta’s Gaza Aid crusade under fire from Israel; Trump’s troops in L.A. in an anti-protest move; and the Poo Pill which could be a remedy for internal bacterial bugs. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & sh...

Jun 09, 20256 min

A World View from London: NATO’s Call to Arms, Rhinos on the Move, and Starmer’s Waxwork Snub

With warnings of a potential Russian attack within four years, NATO defence chiefs are meeting to boost readiness and counter an escalating threat. Meanwhile in Nepal, a video of a one-horned rhino strolling through town is raising questions about the shifting boundaries between wildlife and urban life. And back in London, Madame Tussauds has given Prime Minister Keir Starmer the cold shoulder - saying a wax figure isn't on the cards just yet. Adam Gilchrist shares these stories with Lester. Goo...

Jun 06, 20257 min

A World View from London: Another attack on Gazan aid centre

A second deadly attack on a Gazan aid centre in 3 days; political corruption claims cost Mongolian PM his job; a kidnapped president – snatched at a museum in France. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & sh...

Jun 04, 20256 min

A World View from London: Colorado antisemitic attack planned over a year

Colorado’s antisemitic attack was plotted for a year by suspect; people flocking to see corpse of 16th century saint; the rise of the pre-nup. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual...

Jun 03, 20259 min

A World View from London: Sabre-rattling or practical planning?

A series of defence warnings; a celebration turns nasty in Paris as PSG fans run amok after Champions League win. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme i...

Jun 02, 20256 min

A World View from London: A Flattened Village in Switzerland, Sarajevo’s Rat Infestation and Destructive Tourismnd

Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterI...

May 30, 20255 min

A World View from London: Wedding bomber found guilty of murder

A jealous college academic who bombed a wedding in India found guilty of murder; France’s worst child abuser; bear meat on the menu in Slovakia. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusu...

May 29, 20255 min

A World View from London: The King of Canada’s speech

King Charles III sends a message to US President; a reunion of strangers after a stem cell gift from England to Australia; a rule change of booze consumption for the 2034 World Cup. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability t...

May 28, 20255 min

Loosening Transformative laws to allow for more investment...?

Solly Malatsi, Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies in conversation with Lester Kiewit addresses the controversy surrounding a newly proposed policy that could ease current equity requirements for foreign telecom investors. Malatsi touches on that the policy is not intended to undermine South Africa’s transformation agenda but to introduce equity equivalence programmes as an alternative means of empowerment. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk br...

May 27, 202510 min

A World View from London: Liverpool victory parade marred by car ramming into crowd

A victory parade in celebration of Liverpool FC’s Premier League success has been spoilt after man drove into crowd of supporters; U.S. & Russian Presidents resort to name calling; Australia bans machetes after a clash of gangs in Melbourne; music for the stars – literally. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morni...

May 27, 20257 min

A World View from London: A tragedy in Gaza

A woman in Gaza has lost nearly all her children in an attack; sabotage on the French Riviera; North Korean navy destroyer falls over. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories...

May 26, 20256 min

A World View from London: America’s massive missile shield plan

America’s defence dome plan, Russia’s mystery radio station sending out indecipherable codes, and the McMigraine Cure - can a Coke and fries combat severe headaches? Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & sha...

May 22, 20256 min

A World View from London: A Russian drone barrage

Russia launched largest drone attack before Putin/ Trump phone call; Joe Biden diagnosed with cancer; anti-tourism protests on the Canary Islands. Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unu...

May 19, 20258 min

A World View from London: Influencer killed live on TikTok

Adam Gilchrist shares details on these stories with Lester Kiewit. Influencer killed live on TikTok, a priceless document and Ben (of “Ben & Jerry”) in the U.S. Senate. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive...

May 16, 20256 min
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