The Gareth Cliff Show

02.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann embrace the cozy side of winter—from fireside chats to series binges. Producer James returns with another chaotic Temu Sport Update—sport, but make it weird. The team also unpacks the latest minibus taxi trend (yes, that’s a spade on the roof), and explore how Ukrainian ingenuity is outsmarting Russian forces using drones The Real Network

02.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann dive into the conversation around ketamine and mental health after Elon Musk’s recent denial of drug abuse claims. The team also takes a nostalgic detour, ranking the catchiest TV ad jingles—complete with a memorable performance from Leigh-Ann. Plus, Dr Hanan joins the show to unpack the role of AI in psychology: can it truly understand human emotion, or are we fooling ourselves? The Real Network

30.05.25 Pt 2 - Do you remember the last time you were in a fight? Mash spills the tea on his unexpected high school brawl with an Afrikaans girl.

What would you do if someone hit on your partner at the gym? The team dives into relationship boundaries and awkward gym encounters.

Plus, discover a sneaky trick on how to avoid paying traffic fines — and get the inside scoop on how the dating app Grindr really works. The Real Network

30.05.25 Pt 1 - Mash, no stranger to the show, joins Gareth and Simphiwe for some lively Friday banter and engaging conversations. The team dives straight into the big news of the week — Elon Musk stepping down from the Trump administration — and shares their unfiltered thoughts.

They also discuss the latest political shake-up involving Floyd Shivambu leaving the MK Party, unpacking the dramatic rollercoaster that continues to define the party's journey.

Want the latest scoop? Mash spills the tea on what’s trending in his world — from lifestyle flexes to hot takes. The episode wraps up with a hilarious critique of the 2025 American Music Awards, labeled a complete flop. Simphiwe and Mash even offer some unsolicited advice to J.Lo and the Hollywood elite. The Real Network

28.05.25 Pt 2 - Is President Emmanuel Macron being slapped by his wife Brigitte in a viral video?! Gareth and Mo Flava unpack the shocking footage — but that’s just part of this wild, insightful episode of The Gareth Cliff Show.

Mo Flava and Gareth discuss whether brands are ruining social media. Do you agree? The conversation shifts to the state of radio in South Africa, with Mo shouting out some of his favourite current broadcasters and reflecting on the evolution of radio.

They touch on the decline of TV soap operas and the rise of reaction videos as a new form of entertainment. Mo also shares his passion for mentoring young talent in the radio industry, emphasising that to succeed, "you need to know more than the average person." The Gareth Cliff Show · The Real Network

28.05.25 Pt 1 - Popular South African radio broadcaster, DJ, and TV personality Mo Flava joins Gareth Cliff for an unfiltered and hilarious morning chat. The duo kicks off by joking about the pain of waking up early, which quickly spirals into a sharp discussion about South Africa’s political circus, government failures, and whether the country is starting to resemble a banana republic.

They dive into global and local politics, including Donald Trump’s alleged derangement syndrome, the chaos in parliament, and whether equality is a myth. A fiery debate erupts around BEE (Black Economic Empowerment), privilege, and what South Africa really needs for transformation.

Oh — and Gareth drops a surprise revelation about appearing on Piers Morgan’s show! The Gareth Cliff Show · The Real Network

26.05.25 Pt 2 - It’s a slightly morbid start as Gareth and Kurt discuss the shocking story of a Mexican training ship crashing into the Brooklyn Bridge, leaving 2 dead and 22 injured. They also dive into the ever-watchful eye of Big Brother... which isn't always a bad thing. But with surveillance increasing, privacy is becoming one of the most valuable currencies of our time.

Gareth then poses a thought-provoking question: when climbing a mountain, what feels better—the journey or reaching the top? And in today’s digital world, has the internet killed creativity? #GCS LIVE | The Psychology Behind P. Diddy’s Disturbing Acts | Has the Internet Killed Creativity? · The Real Network

26.05.25 Pt 1 - Kurt Egelhof is a legend in the South African arts and theatre scene. He joins Gareth to talk about the genesis of Isidingo and how he came to direct over 250 episodes of local TV dramas like Isidingo, Scandal!, and Backstage.

Gareth also weighs in on the breaking news that Mzansi Magic has dropped Podcast and Chill with MacG following controversial and offensive remarks.

Plus, with the P. Diddy trial currently making headlines, disturbing details have emerged around themes of humiliation, power, and control.

From a psychological perspective, Dr Hanan Bushkin unpacks what drives someone to engage in or even enjoy such degrading behaviour. He also explains what defines true evil and gives his clinical take on the meaning of narcissism. #GCS LIVE | The Psychology Behind P. Diddy’s Disturbing Acts | Has the Internet Killed Creativity? · The Real Network

23.05.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Simphiwe Mthethwa unpack the explosive allegations in the Diddy case, from rage-fueled moments to a torched car linked to Kid Cudi. As the internet spins with disinformation, is this the final chapter for mainstream media credibility? Plus, a sharp look at the ever-evolving Kardashian empire — from reality royalty to cultural architects The Real Network

23.05.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff dives into the internet-shattering meeting between Donald Trump and Cyril Ramaphosa — what was said, what wasn’t, and what it could mean for the world stage. Simphiwe Mthethwa joins Gareth to unpack Budget 3.0 and brace for the reality of skyrocketing petrol prices. Plus, history is made as a South African is crowned the World’s Strongest Man for the first time ever The Real Network