Carl Wastie

About

South African radio and television presenter, MC, and creative personality known for hosting The Flash Drive on Kfm 94.5 along with hosting the Kfm Top 40 and appearing as a presenter on the Expresso Morning Show on S3. He is also known for having hosted The Drive Show, Afternoon LIVE, Good Hope FM Hot 30, and The Switch.

Before fame

He studied psychology at the University of Cape Town. He worked at a video shop while he was in university which is where he developed an interest in entertainment and engaging with people. He began working as an MC before graduating. He was given the opportunity to audition at Good Hope FM in 2008 where he initially worked as a stand-in presenter before securing a full-time role as a sports presenter on the station's breakfast show. He then joined The Drive Show and continued to grow within the station. He transitioned into breakfast radio in 2010. He hosted Afternoon LIVE and the Good Hope FM Hot 30 in 2015. He made a major career move in 2016 when he joined Kfm 94.5 and initially hosted the midday slot before eventually taking over the afternoon drive show.

Trivia

He earned the Liberty Radio Award Bright Star in 2018. He won Best Afternoon Drive Presenter at the South African Radio Awards in both 2023 and 2024. He is widely known for his love of wordplay and is often referred to as the "King of Puns" on air. He has also been involved in unique events including hosting a Guinness World Record attempt with the International Marimba Band in 2025. He enjoys fitness, cooking, and gaming.

Family life

He was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. His parents separated during his senior year of high school. He is a father.

Associated with

He interviewed Craig David on his Kfm 94.5 show in August 2022.