22 Oct 2018

Jeremy Mansfield returns to radio after Sasha Martinengo dismissal

Johannesburg – Legendary radio presenter Jeremy Mansfield will reunite with former co-host Sam Cowen as he takes on his new role at Hot 91.9FM.

The star will be the host of the stations all-new breakfast show, Mansfield in the Morning.

Speaking about the opportunity in a statement to the press, Jeremy said: “I’ve always believed in the unifying power of laughter and creating shared value in the communities I serve. Here I get to do both.”

Hot 91.9FM Managing Director Lloyd Madurai says Jeremy will bring back the “fun element of morning radio”, adding: “Together, we will work with him to grow Hot Cares and ensure sustainability across our many community initiatives.”

Jeremy’s team will also consist of Simon Hill, John Walland, Karabo Yibe and award-winning producer Will Scott.

Mansfield in the Morning will air weekdays from 06:00 to 09:00 starting 1 November 2018.

The announcement comes after former breakfast show host Radio DJ Sasha Martinengo was dismissed following comments made on-air.

During the breakfast show Martinengo said; "[And] people still listen to this monkey," referring to EFF leader, Julius Malema. He was removed from the show shortly after.

JEREMY MANSFIELD WILL HOST HOT 91.9FM'S NEW BREAKFAST SHOW:

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JEREMY MANSFIELD RETURNS TO RADIO WITH Mansfield in the Morning Monday, 22 October 2018 – Hot 91.9FM is delighted to announce the return of legendary radio presenter Jeremy Mansfield to the station. Jeremy will be the host of Hot 91.9FM’s all-new morning show ‘Mansfield in the Morning,' a move that sees him reunited with long-time partner in crime Sam Cowen and the team of Simon Hill, John Walland, Karabo Yibe and award-winning producer, Will Scott. ‘Mansfield in the Morning’ will kick off at 6am on Thursday, 1 November 2018. Jeremy brings to Hot 91.9FM his unique brand of humour, talkability, commentary and, of course, his opinion on just about everything from A-Z. His passion for community enrichment is well known, and this will form an integral part of the show. “I’ve always believed in the unifying power of laughter and creating shared value in the communities I serve. Here I get to do both,” he said. Hot 91.9FM Managing Director, Lloyd Madurai said, “Jeremy will bring back the FUN element of morning radio, which will entertain and engage our audience. Together, we will work with him to grow Hot Cares and ensure sustainability across our many community initiatives.” Hot 91.9FM Programme Manager, Tony Murrell said, “It is great to have someone of Jeremy’s calibre at Hot 91.9FM. Jeremy is loved by so many, especially here in Johannesburg.” ‘Mansfield in the Morning’ will be live on Hot 91.FM every weekday from 06h00 — 09h00. Ends
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