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The Gareth Cliff Show

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The Gareth Cliff Show is a leading, truly independent digital broadcast in South Africa, currently airing live on Fridays (formerly on The Real Network and CliffCentral), hosted by Gareth Cliff alongside regular and guest contributors. The aim is to entertain, inform, inspire and empower local and international audiences with powerful interviews, hot-takes on current affairs, talk about the things... more

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PART 3:

Dr Jonathan Witt joins the conversation as we tackle the issues shaping the country, challenge conventional thinking and ask the questions that matter.

Plus, we're Giving It Gas with The Gas Company, rewarding the best contributions fr... more

PART 2:

We turn up the political heat with Mzwanele Manyi, talking power, politics and the state of South Africa.

Plus, we're Giving It Gas with The Gas Company, rewarding the best contributions from our audience, alongside the usual mix of head... more

PART 1:

Nina Hastie joins Gareth Cliff for a dose of sharp humour, punchlines and unfiltered conversation and weird stumpy fingernails.

Plus, we're Giving It Gas with The Gas Company, rewarding the best contributions from our audience, alongside... more

Nina Hastie joins Gareth Cliff for a dose of sharp humour, punchlines and unfiltered conversation and weird stumpy fingernails. Then we turn up the political heat with Mzwanele Manyi, talking power, politics and the state of South Africa.

Dr Jonat... more

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Recent Guests

Hlomla Dandala
Actor, producer, entrepreneur; founder of Hectic app
Hectic (app)
Episode: #GCSLIVE | Penny Balfour: Bad People Come In Every Gender | Africa's First Micro-Drama App | Cohesion X
Andre Strauss
Founder of Cohesion X, AI entrepreneur
Cohesion X
Episode: #GCSLIVE | Penny Balfour: Bad People Come In Every Gender | Africa's First Micro-Drama App | Cohesion X
Masheane Sefuthi
Guest joining the show to discuss personal updates and broader topics
YouTube creator / public figure in South Africa
Episode: #GCSLIVE| AFTER THE BRAAI, BEFORE THE HANDSHAKE| MASH IS BACK| KANTHAN PILLAY JOINS THE CONVERSATION Part 1
Mash Sefuthi
Guest, content creator and public figure
Episode: #GCSLIVE| AFTER THE BRAAI, BEFORE THE HANDSHAKE| MASH IS BACK| KANTHAN PILLAY JOINS THE CONVERSATION
Kanthan Pillay
Guest, political analyst and commentator
Episode: #GCSLIVE| AFTER THE BRAAI, BEFORE THE HANDSHAKE| MASH IS BACK| KANTHAN PILLAY JOINS THE CONVERSATION
Cillier Brink
Mayor candidate for Twane/Pretoria, DA
Democratic Alliance (DA)
Episode: #GCSLIVE| SCAMMERS BEWARE! AND THE FIGHT FOR THE CAPITAL| LEIGH ANN AND CILLIERS BRINK
Kate Turkington
A highly experienced travel writer and media personality described as 'one of the most entertaining people' and a longtime friend of the host
Independent/Broadsheet travel and media expert
Episode: #GCSLIVE| ISLAND LIFE, BABOONS & 91 YEARS OF STORIES| BEN’S BACK FROM PARADISE | WE CELEBRATE KATE TURKINGTON Part 2
Anine Hollander
Counselor involved in baboon-related activism
Scarborough community (Western Cape)
Episode: #GCSLIVE| ISLAND LIFE, BABOONS & 91 YEARS OF STORIES| BEN’S BACK FROM PARADISE | WE CELEBRATE KATE TURKINGTON Part 1
Hanna Bentz
Carpenter involved in baboon activism
Scarborough community (Western Cape)
Episode: #GCSLIVE| ISLAND LIFE, BABOONS & 91 YEARS OF STORIES| BEN’S BACK FROM PARADISE | WE CELEBRATE KATE TURKINGTON Part 1

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Gareth Cliff
Host of The Gareth Cliff Show; lead host with regular and guest contributors; live Friday broadcasts.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Love it!

    Since moving to Dubai, this is my regular fix of no nonsense information to keep in touch with SA. Always look forward to a new episode and it I’ve learnt quite a bit too! Sometimes a little cynical, but overall great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ChrisZaayman
    South Africa9 months ago
  • Copy & paste generic bland podcaster

    Bunch of guys sharing their standard misogyny and right leaning ideology. Standard gym bro talk littered with intentional offensive comments for bait. Yawn.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Notinthepolder
    Netherlandsa year ago
  • Missing episodes

    Listen to the podcast episodes regularly. Love it. But

    last update was on 27 Nov am I missing something ?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    isabella1Rey
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Sound issues

    What up with your sound latley. It’s becoming unbearable to listen to the show as well as the burning platform.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    margeberi1981
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Loved this discussion. Great interview.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Steven
    3 years ago

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#GCSLIVE | Penny Balfour: Bad People Come In Every Gender | Africa's First Micro-Drama App | Cohesion X
Q: What are your thoughts on GBV in South Africa and how should men respond?
Penny advocates protecting women while also recognizing that men can be affected by violence and should not be demonized; she emphasizes balanced parenting and respectful behavior as practical steps.
#GCSLIVE| AFTER THE BRAAI, BEFORE THE HANDSHAKE| MASH IS BACK| KANTHAN PILLAY JOINS THE CONVERSATION Part 1
Q: What is the latest update on Mash's family and health efforts?
Mash shares that his brother has lost significant weight through a combination of a weight-management program and a gym routine, with Mash supporting him and planning to move him into more strength training.
#GCSLIVE| ISLAND LIFE, BABOONS & 91 YEARS OF STORIES| BEN’S BACK FROM PARADISE | WE CELEBRATE KATE TURKINGTON Part 2
Q: If you had to live outside of South Africa, where would you live if all expenses were paid?
Kate suggests Ireland as a preferred choice, citing personal ties and affection for the country, while also acknowledging the challenges and joys of different places.
#GCSLIVE| ISLAND LIFE, BABOONS & 91 YEARS OF STORIES| BEN’S BACK FROM PARADISE | WE CELEBRATE KATE TURKINGTON Part 1
Q: What is your relationship to the baboons and how did you become involved?
Anine and Hanna describe growing up near baboon communities, their direct encounters, and their decision to advocate for better communication and involvement of residents in managing the issue.
#GCSLIVE| FLYOVERS, PAYWALLS & TUPAC| GARETH FROM MALTA AND BEN FROM HIS COUCH
Q: Jolene, can you tell us more about the Travel Assignment Group and how you fit with Tourvest Travel Services?
Jolene explains that Travel Assignment Group collaborates with Tourvest to deliver coordinated travel services for corporate clients, highlighting a long‑standing partnership and a focus on reliable, transparent processes.

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- A sharp, opinionated show that blends politics, current affairs, technology, finance, travel, and culture, with a focus on South Africa but also touching global topics through candid interviews and lively banter. Regularly features expert guests and entrepreneurs, along with provocative takes from the host and co-hosts, aiming to inform, entertain and push conversations beyond conventional media coverage.

- Noteworthy for its bold viewpoints, diverse guest lineup, and a mix of hard-edged analysis and humor, offering actionable insights for listeners who want to stay informed, make sense of complex issues, and hear behind-the-scenes perspectives from business, tech, and public life.

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1. The Gareth Cliff Daily Briefing
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3. The Money Show
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The Gareth Cliff Show launched 12 years ago and published 214 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Gareth Cliff Show include:

1. Hlomla Dandala
2. Andre Strauss
3. Masheane Sefuthi
4. Mash Sefuthi
5. Kanthan Pillay
6. Cillier Brink
7. Kate Turkington
8. Anine Hollander

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