The Gareth Cliff Show

14.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski dive into Budget 2025, breaking down the impact of a VAT hike on your wallet. They also tackle the age-old question: how do fat people become fat people? Plus, Gareth can’t stop raving about a German Netflix series The Real Network

12.03.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff sits down with futurist and economist Bronwyn Williams to break down what to expect from the upcoming budget speech, the latest fintech trends shaping South Africa, and why the government simply can’t afford to cut back on expenses The Real Network

12.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff as he sits down with entrepreneur and media personality Shurldrae Rosen to discuss his impactful work with Bubele Africa. They also dive into how weak people handle moments of conflict. Plus, Tracey van den Berg from Tourist Travel Services joins the conversation to share fascinating insights into Sri Lanka’s unique culture and traditions The Real Network

10.03.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol dive into a wild news story straight out of a South African psychiatric ward and unpack the latest on the Nigerian rapper who wrecked his McLaren in Sea Point. Plus, Peter Shackleford, CEO of Solar Shack, joins the conversation to call out Eskom’s so-called “extortion” of solar users and break down the booming solar industry in South Africa The Real Network

10.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff shares his unfiltered thoughts on Cyril Ramaphosa’s response to the crumbling Joburg CBD, while Leigh-Ann Mol battles an ant invasion of epic proportions. Plus, we unpack Meghan Markle’s calculated climb into one of the most powerful families in the world—and how she continues to flaunt it The Real Network

7.3.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski tackle the hard-hitting questions—like just how viable it is to buy a cash-in-transit van (asking for a friend). They also dive into the wild world of collectibles, including a Pokémon-shaped chip that sold for a ridiculous amount of money. Plus, straight from The Real Network offices, Mykala joins the show to pitch a bold new business venture… OnlyFeet, anyone? The Real Network

7.3.25 Pt 1 - Join Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski as they unpack just how out of touch President Cyril Ramaphosa seems after his visit to Joburg CBD, dissect the unmistakable look of someone who might just boil your cat, and gear up for an action-packed sports weekend with Ben’s colorful preview. The Real Network

5.3.25 Pt 2 - Gareth sits down with former Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink to explore the impact of spaza shops on South African families and the economy. Taking a lighter turn, Gareth also dives into the unexpected “fun” side of being a mayor and a member of parliament—plus some personal insights into Cilliers’ family life The Real Network

5.3.25 Pt 1 - Gareth sits down with former Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink for a hard-hitting conversation about the state of South Africa’s metros—particularly the capital city, Pretoria. They unpack the challenges of crumbling infrastructure, how neglected stormwater drains are impacting the economy, and the political turbulence following a vote of no confidence. The Real Network

03.03.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol break down the latest viral chaos—a Nigerian rapper wrecks his McLaren in Cape Town. They also dive into the wildest conspiracies surrounding Gene Hackman and his wife's death. Plus, Cobus "The Viking" Visser joins the show to talk about mental strength, resilience, and the fiery art of firewalking The Real Network