The Gareth Cliff Show

03.05.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Simphiwe tackle the trending social media debate… would you rather be stuck in the woods with a bear or a strange man? Plus, South Africa’s most irritating quiz, and why not everybody deserves their own podcast!

02.05.24 Pt 2 - ANC Premier spokesperson, Lesego Makhubela joins a very heated Burning Platform this week to speak on behalf of the ANC, and their manifesto ahead of the elections.

02.05.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi get into various topics… from Thabo Mbeki and universal basic income, to Taylor Swift’s crazy fans and Kendrick Lamar’s latest diss track.

30.04.24 Pt 2 - First time voter Otsile Nkadimeng joins Democracy 101. A disagreement in studio leads to a heated debate about climate change. Otsile also outlines how a party manifesto is scrutinised before release.

30.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack discuss the kind of discipline that kids need at a young age, the shocking lyrics in music today, and how to choose the perfect password.

29.04.24 Pt 2 - AutoTrader CEO George Mienie joins Gareth and Leigh-Ann to talk about being raised correctly, mental fitness impacting one’s mental health, and the bizarre reasons for death in the 1600s.

29.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann chat about the South African experience. Producer James joins the team for your sport rundown, and Dr Hanan dissects going back to your ex.

26.04.24 Pt 2 - Gareth, Simphiwe and Ben theorise on the best way to determine who should be the next President… with some interesting ideas. Courage Coach Telana Simpson joins the show to chat about turning one matchstick into office space.

26.04.24 Pt 1 - The team get into which East Rand town is the best of three, SA’s sexiest cop, FOPO… and how things would be different if the Titanic sank today.

25.04.24 Pt 2 - BOSA leader Mmusi Maimane joins the show to outline his party manifesto, chat about his past as a DA member, and his thoughts on coalition governments.

25.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi get into the Senzo Meyiwa trial, wine marathons, and the ‘lock him up’ trend. Dr Mark joins the show to talk about gut health.

23.04.24 Pt 2 - Oyama Mabandla, author of ‘Soul of a Nation’, joins Gareth and Jack for a deep dive into our democracy… where we need to be headed, and how to get there.

23.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack get into SA voter demographics and party funding, changing standards of beauty, and Tesla’s money woes… which leads to some old car nostalgia. Plus, the ‘hottest’ travel destinations this year on The Window Seat.

22.04.24 Pt 2 - Ketamine is causing some unexpected problems in young people. Leigh-Ann shares her daily medication regimen. And what is the dumbest thing you’ve bought online?

22.04.24 Pt 1 - A newly married Michael Flax joins the team in a brand new studio! They get into some US politics (including the TikTok saga), how much AI can help us in our daily lives, electioneering in SA, and fake universities.

19.04.24 Pt 2 - The team speak about the state of journalism in SA. Ben has a look at sport ahead of the weekend. And comedian Logie Naidoo joins the team to chat about an upcoming comedy show, and Indian stereotypes.

19.04.24 Pt 1 - Simphiwe educates Gareth on the Soft Guy era, leading to a rabbit hole discussion about what your phone says about you. Ben Karpinski joins the team to chat about Masters etiquette… and new swear words.

18.04.24 Pt 2 - DA leader John Steenhuisen joins the Burning Platform to speak about the Multi-Party Charter, his fight for a better South Africa, and their label as a ‘white party’.

18.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi start the show discussing lawyers and OJ Simpson. Gareth compares the shocking numbers behind the age groups registered to vote. And Phumi talks about how glamorous a Matric Dance can get.

16.0.24 Pt 2 - Matthew Pienaar and Lauren Evanthia Bernardo from the Organic Humanity Movement join Democracy 101 to plead their case ahead of the elections. They speak about gun control, education, and how changing government systems are the key to solving many issues in the country.

16.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack discuss how we have corrupted language. Jack has thoughts on why he thinks kids aren’t growing up. JJ Cornish joins the team to talk about ‘donor fatigue’… and other developing stories across Africa.

15.04.24 Pt 2 - Comedian Mark Mdluli joins the team as they compare countries based on food… and booty. Mark tells us about the time he was almost swindled by a seemingly innocent lady. The team debate what would happen if everyone in the world became a millionaire.

15.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann start their week catching up on the latest news from the weekend, leading to a discussion about the safety of online marketplaces. Producer James joins the team to talk about the ‘knockout of the century’ from UFC 300. And Dr Hanan chats about our obsession with celebrities, and how our feelings lie to us daily.

12.04.24 Pt 2 - Ben has a suggestion for J.K. Rowling’s next book. Philip Sykes from the British School of Excellence joins Gareth and Simphiwe for some etiquette lessons.

12.04.24 Pt 1 - Simphiwe tells us about ‘phubbing’ - which isn’t as rude as it sounds. Ben advises us on how to make golf fans happy. And Gareth shares a crazy story from the pits of London.

11.04.24 Pt 2 - Dr Pieter Groenewald joins the team to describe the process of creating the Freedom Front Plus manifesto, by identifying the deeper issues in the country. Dr Groenewald also reflects on the positives of a coalition government.

11.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth starts the show by poking holes in some of Phumi’s favourite conspiracies, leaving Phumi to bite back. The team find out about indigenous scientists and their ‘advice’ for a solar eclipse. And the new emojis cause some eye-rolling in studio.

09.04.24 Pt 2 - Lourensa Eckard joins the team for Democracy 101 to chat all things politics. They discuss how South African people are in desperate need for change, and the basis to have so many parties on the ballot.

09.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Jack Motlanthe look at projected poll numbers ahead of the elections. Gareth gives his view on the type of person that should be President… and a bit of a history lesson. And we learn about Destination Management on The Window Seat.

08.04.24 Pt 2 - Kurt Darren joins the team to talk about the process he goes through when recording music, and how he manages to release a single every 3 months. Kurt speaks on quality time spent with his son while “camping” in the bush, and he chats about the week he recorded his biggest hit… and the fact that it almost never got released!

08.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann speak about bathroom contingencies when you are bursting, with a reflection on the benefits of stomach bugs. Producer James joins the team to let his emotions out after a tough sport weekend for him. And Dr Hanan answers a question about losing people to the conspiracy wormhole.

05.04.24 Pt 2 - Simphiwe releases her list of requirements, as she searches for the man of her dreams. Dr Victor joins the team and touches on how Covid impacted him, and the role the audience plays at live events.

05.04.24 Pt 1 - Would you accept a pig’s kidney to save your life? Gareth and Simphiwe are joined by guest co-host, Benedict Maaga. The team share some questionable stories about their school days. The original Ben joins to give a rundown of the upcoming weekend sport, with lots of Formula One talk.

04.03.24 Pt 2 - Mkhuleko Hlengwa from the IFP joins the team to not only outline his manifesto, but also to talk about the party and their approach to creating a “new normal” in South Africa. Phumi also questions Mkhuleko on the hotly debated Multi-Party Charter.

04.03.24 Pt 1 - Phumi shares some of her thoughts by taking us on a deep dive into her notebook. Gareth makes a tit of himself by showing us a recent piece of art he saw. And Jacqui from Paws @ Work joins the team to chat about their initiative to assist with mental health.

02.04.24 Pt 2 - Arise SA leader, Mpho Dagada joins Democracy 101 with Gareth and Jack. Mpho speaks on some of the areas he would target if he was president, leading to conflicting views from the team. They also speak about the state of crime and GBV, and the way forward as a country.

02.04.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack talk about e-tolls finally being scrapped, and what it means for the people of Joburg. Gareth gives his thoughts on voice note etiquette. And JJ Cornish catches the team up on what’s happening in the rest of Africa.

28.03.24 Pt 2 - Brett Herron from the GOOD Party joins the Burning Platform for a heated analysis on the party’s manifesto. Gareth questions Brett on his outlook on social justice, the Multi-Party Charter, the concept of Cape Exit and more.

28.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi talk about ‘phrogging’, and how it has affected Gareth’s sleep. The team give their colourful opinion on some of the latest news stories. Phumi gives her verdict on some of the newer parties ahead of the elections.

26.03.24 Pt 2 - Moss Pitso from the IEC joins the team to explain the ‘3 Ballot System’, ahead of the elections this year. Moss also outlines special votes and how they will operate. Jaco Voigt and Conrad Steyn then chat to about a new initiative launching in collaboration with Cisco.

26.03.24 Pt 1 - A therapeutic start to the show, as Gareth and Jack talk about their coping mechanisms in a stressful era. Jack catches Gareth up on news about P Diddy and Candace Owens. Plus, some advice for first time travellers on The Window Seat.

25.03.24 Pt 2: Masheane Sefuthi joins the team for some big life updates. Gareth is educated on how relationships have changed, and the roles people play. The team discuss the natural skill that South Africans have when consuming alcohol. And Mash introduces the team to phrogging.

25.03.24 Pt 1: Gareth gives his take on the current state of the world, including some conspiracy theories. Producer James highlights the South African sport stars from the weekend. And Dr Hanan joins Leigh-Ann and Gareth to talk about why people have given up on truth.

19.03.24 Pt 2 - Best-selling author Muzi Kuzwayo goes through the National Anthem, with the point of showing where the magic has been lost in South Africa. Gareth and Muzi discuss how the country has progressed in a positive way, but also discuss the pitfalls that have caused the country to land in a state of decay.

19.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack share in their love of clean spaces and clean cars. Gareth breaks down what it could mean for the Western Cape if there was a cabinet shift. And JJ Cornish joins the team for Africanalysis to discuss some of the biggest stories coming out of the continent.

18.03.24 Pt 2 - AutoTrader CEO George Mienie joins the show… among the topics of discussion is the miracle of life, as Gareth details his experience watching an autopsy. The team talk about “stop and chat” - and the best ways to get out of the situation, and Leigh-Ann sparks a discussion about living life with AI. George leaves us with an important message ahead of the Easter weekend.

18.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann rehash the “Where is Kate?” debate, with Leigh-Ann introducing a new theory. Producer James joins the team to give some sport updates from the weekend. And, Dr Hanan helps James figure out the difference between depression, and having a tough time.

15.03.24 Pt 2 - The list of the richest people in South Africa has been released, and Ben has all the info. The team also discuss what it means to be a ‘no money millionaire’… and Simphiwe theorises who actually put the hit out on South African rapper AKA.

15.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Simphiwe discuss the true uniqueness of South Africa, and the potential for it to be one of the best tourist destinations in the world. Ben joins the team to give the sports rundown ahead of the weekend. Gareth and Ben debate whether it’s practical for us to live on Mars, getting the audience involved with a live poll.