30.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff is joined by renowned South African broadcaster and history enthusiast Des Latham for a compelling conversation that journeys through pivotal moments in the country’s past — from the Soweto Uprising to the transformative events of 1994. Des reflects on the personal and public impact of his history podcast and shares insights on identity, heritage, and navigating a nation as diverse as South Africa The Real Network

30.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol unpack the shocking decline of South Africa’s major metros — think ghost buses, broken robots, and city services on life support. They also explore why Mondays see the highest suicide rates, and ask the controversial question: why does women’s sport struggle to hold attention? The Real Network

27.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski dive into a real conversation about coping with depression — is physical action like going for a run the answer, or is it more about shifting your mindset? Ben previews the Springboks’ big return to the field this weekend, and a listener’s clever tip for blocking spam calls gets Gareth’s instant seal of approval. The Real Network

27.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff, Ben Karpinski, and Simphiwe Mthethwa kick off the morning with a surprising stat — Argentina now leads the western world in GDP growth. What lessons can South Africa take from that? They also unpack the jaw-dropping price tag of a luxury apartment going for over R100 million, and question whether we're raising a generation of adults who lack basic problem-solving skills. The Real Network

25.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff sits down with human rights attorney, author, and filmmaker Brooke Goldstein for a powerful and provocative conversation. They unpack the moral and strategic shifts in the Iran-Israel conflict, examine Donald Trump’s influence on the region, and question whether the U.S. is calming the storm—or fanning the flames. The discussion also dives deep into the growing wave of hate speech: Are Jewish people being dehumanised, or is this just the price of free speech? The Real Network

25.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff is joined by fitness coach and competitive bodybuilder Blake Morgan for a no-holds-barred conversation about the dark side of bodybuilding. From the mental strain of prep to the unrealistic expectations set by social media, Blake opens up about the psychological battles behind the gains. Plus, he drops a few unexpected confessions—including the hilarious truth about how often he hits the toilet thanks to his extreme diet. The Real Network

23.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol explore why trusting your gut instinct might be better than blindly following algorithms and data. They also get into the strange but universal human connection to smells — from fresh petrol to the oddly satisfying scent of WD40. Plus, Producer James shares some good news on how Team South Africa is making waves on the world sports stage The Real Network

23.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann kick off the week by unpacking the rising tensions in the Middle East and the looming threat of World War 3. They also dive into how AI might be getting smarter... while making humans dumber and lazier in the process. Plus, Dr. Hanan joins the show to break down the surprising psychology behind the simple but powerful phrase: "Just Do It.” The Real Network

20.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff, Ben Karpinski and Simphiwe Mthethwa vent about how people these days seem to have forgotten basic manners — like not standing in the way! Then AI expert Donald Chauke joins the conversation to unpack the evolution of artificial intelligence, robots learning from each other, and how close we might be to an AI takeover. The Real Network

20.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa and Ben Karpinski are back behind the mic! Gareth unpacks Floyd Shivambu’s political party-hopping ways, while the team speculates about the possibility of World War 3 – and what a nuclear winter might actually mean for us all. Plus, why are scientists so keen to resurrect some of history’s most dangerous extinct creatures? The Real Network