The Gareth Cliff Show

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.

14.03.24 Pt 2 - Leader of the UDM, Bantu Holomisa joins the team today to lay down his manifesto. Bantu discusses cadre deployment and his plan to tackle corruption. Gareth asks him about the value of morals when leading a country, and how a government should inherit a sense of ownership and responsibility when leading a country.

14.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi theorise about the whereabouts of Kate Middleton, after the recent media storm surrounding her and the royal family. Phumi speaks to Gareth about the problem surrounding the freezing of Edwin Sodi’s assets. And Mike Abel joins the team to chat about the opportunities that arise when embracing the moments that unite us as South Africans.

13.03.24 - Legendary SA actor, director and playwright, John Kani joins Gareth in studio for an in-depth chat about his life’s work… from his early days as a struggling playwright, and how that was impacted by the South African experience. They also delve into his involvement in the making of the Black Panther movie, and John recounts his greatest moments on the world’s biggest stage - Broadway.

12.03.24 Pt 2 - Political analyst Lukhona Mnguni talks about new parties getting onto the ballot, and educating people on how their votes will work on the day. Gareth emphasises the importance of policy changes, as opposed to rhetoric between politicians. Lukhona also details how candidate lists can make or break an election.

12.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack debate the societal urge to remain relevant, and whether relevance is actually as important as it seems. The team also discuss the good and the bad of working from home. And Claude Vankeirsbilck, COO of Tourvest Travel Services, joins the show to chat about Duty of Care when travelling abroad.

11.03.24 Pt 2 - Shelley Bennett joins the show and starts a Joburg vs Cape Town debate. She tells us about life in Cape Town, from pet owners to early morning traffic habits. The team also discuss mental health and the contrast between Europe and Africa.

11.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann debate the legitimacy of TV doctors. Dr Hanan joins the team to answer how to deal with conflict on social media. And, the team discuss election corruption, with Gareth believing the IEC will be fully competent in that area.

08.03.24 Pt 2 - What do you say when you get an unexpected call from a call centre agent? This question leads DJ Warras to recount his days working in a call centre. Plus, an exciting announcement from DJ Warras and DJ PH, about the launch of The Real Network.

08.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Simphiwe take an online test to see who they should vote for ahead of the elections, which leads to a conversation about what the best reforms could be for South Africa. Simphiwe tells us about a growing epidemic from using screens and technology too much. And, Ben Karpinski joins the show with all the action to look forward to in the world of sport.

07.03.24 Pt 2 - Rev. Kenneth Meshoe sits down with Gareth and Phumi to unpack his manifesto for the ACDP. Kenneth outlines the importance of bringing an end to corruption, in an attempt to rescue the South African Economy. Phumi questions how his manifesto can be held up with the constitution.

07.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi talk about X, and the state of its comments section. Phumi gives a rundown of the requirements for new political parties ahead of the election this year. And the team discuss modern day relationships, and how people are constantly on their phones in public spaces.

06.03.2024 - Israeli diplomat Daniel Taub is Gareth’s Guest this week. Daniel speaks on Israeli and Palestinian relations, and recounts some of the most memorable moments in his career as a negotiator. Daniel also highlights the optimistic vision that Israelis have for the future.

05.03.24 Pt 2 - Granville Abrahams, the General Manager for Electoral Operations at the IEC, joins the show to answer some of the biggest questions in the lead-up to the 2024 Elections. Granville also reveals which voting station is on course to have the biggest turnout.

05.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack chat about how political correctness is shaping our language… and feelings. Gareth discusses what feels like the constant rise in the cost of living in South Africa. And Jack shares his thoughts, and emotions, about the upcoming national election.

04.03.2024 Pt 2 - The most polluted place on Earth is closer than you might think. Gareth and Leigh-Ann recap the mysterious disappearance of MH370, as officials continue their search. And it’s World Obesity Day… we’re joined by two experts for more.

04.03.2024 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann talk about the ‘joys’ of wearing spectacles. Gareth debates the big question... should the bathroom door be left open? James joins the team for the Monday morning sports wrap, and Simphiwe chats with Dr Hanan about an awkward issue.

01.03.24 Pt 2 - Gareth, Simphiwe and Ben discuss Dopamine Culture, and how it has changed with every generation. Simphiwe educates Ben and Gareth on ‘ghosting’ and how to handle relationships in a digital society. And, JJ Cornish joins the show to give an update on tensions in northern Africa.

Gareth tells Simphiwe about a special type of burger, that is considered quite nutritious. The team debate how much money they would need to retire... and Ben shares the latest sport news in Beyond the Scoreboard.

29.02.24 Pt 2 - Herman Mashaba joins the Burning Platform with Gareth, Phumi and Kanthan, to share ideas for South Africa if he were to take the presidential seat. Herman speaks on his time at the ANC, and Kanthan grills him about coalition politics with the DA.

29.02.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi dive into the statistical hopes of each party ahead of the 2024 elections. Gareth speculates on the true health of members of the royal family. And Dr Mark joins the team to chat about aesthetics, and where to look for signs of ageing.