18.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff, Ben Karpinski, and Simphiwe Mthethwa kick off your Friday with a wild ride through the headlines. From rising whispers of a potential coup in South Africa to the hilariously tragic ways Brits are coping with the heat (yes, including a man sitting in his dustbin), nothing is off-limits. Plus, the unbelievable story of a woman who seduced multiple monks — all in the name of money The Real Network

16.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski unpack the evolution of feminism and whether it’s shifted into a space of toxic compassion. They debate what true equality means — is it about independence, or the freedom to choose? The conversation moves to teenage football star Lamine Yamal, whose recent request sparked backlash from the dwarfism community. Plus, how much does your online persona change the way people see — and treat — you in real life? The Real Network

16.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski kick off Wednesday with stories from Ben’s Spanish adventures and a brush with LIV Golf. They then dive into South Africa’s shaky state of affairs — from more political setbacks to a declined U.S. visa for a key figure. Plus, the ever-deepening mystery of the Jeffrey Epstein case and why it keeps getting more complicated. The Real Network

14.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Mash sit down with Forbes 30 Under 30 changemaker and psychologist Cayley Jorgensen for a powerful conversation on mental health in the youth and the modern workplace. They unpack the cultural stigma around therapy in Africa, how different communities approach mental health, and what needs to change. Cayley also opens up about managing her own mental health as a psychologist — and what to do when the healer needs healing too. The Real Network

14.06.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff is joined by Mash for a candid catch-up filled with life updates and relationship real talk. Would you call it quits if your partner had a child with someone else? The guys unpack that messy question — and then shift gears to Cyril Ramaphosa’s lukewarm response to a national security threat. The Real Network

11.07.25 Pt 2 - Is the iPad era coming to an end? Gareth Cliff is joined by tech enthusiast Theunis Jansen van Rensburg for a deep dive into the latest shifts in the digital world. From cutting-edge laptops and smartphone trends to Grok’s recent rogue behavior, they explore the future of AI in a misinformation minefield. Plus, what does Microsoft’s big cloud push into Africa mean for the continent’s digital future? The Real Network

11.07.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Simphiwe Mthethwa start their day talking about the abandoned Akon City and his crypto coin - has he been a bigger scam artist than scam artists. Ben joins the show to give an update o his trip to Spain. The team speak about the evolution of water bottles and how a company made millions selling VAWTER. Gareth gets invested in Wimbledon, with Ben breaking down everything you can expect The Real Network

9.07.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and comedian Joe Emilio get real about the state of South Africa — asking the hard question: why can the ANC organise so well when looting, but not when leading? From political frustration to practical solutions, the two trade thoughts on how to fix what’s broken. Plus, Gareth shares some surprising advice on the types of groups and communities you should align with if you want to stay safe and sane in SA today. The Real Network

9.07.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff sits down with comedian and MC Joe Emilio for a candid conversation that hits hard and hits home. They unpack Joe’s powerful new documentary on land invasions in South Africa — a topic that’s as controversial as it is current. Joe also shares his unique life journey from Texas to Egypt to Cape Town, reflecting on identity, belonging, and survival. The two dive into a gritty comparison of Johannesburg’s crumbling infrastructure versus the Mother City’s glossy surface The Real Network

7.07.25 Pt 2 - Is the age of mega-influencers over? Gareth and Leigh-Ann dive into the new world of niche power and intimate influence with special guest Ronen Aires. They unpack the rise of Gen Z economics—how this generation is flipping spending habits, reshaping the job market, and forcing companies to rethink everything from brand loyalty to workplace culture The Real Network