The Gareth Cliff Show

Gareth's Guests: Daniel Taub

06.03.2024 - Israeli diplomat Daniel Taub is Gareth’s Guest this week. Daniel speaks on Israeli and Palestinian relations, and recounts some of the most memorable moments in his career as a negotiator. Daniel also highlights the optimistic vision that Israelis have for the future.

6 Mar 2024 3AM 49 min

Election Q&A

05.03.24 Pt 2 - Granville Abrahams, the General Manager for Electoral Operations at the IEC, joins the show to answer some of the biggest questions in the lead-up to the 2024 Elections. Granville also reveals which voting station is on course to have the biggest turnout.

5 Mar 2024 12AM 1 hr 02 min

Fleeting Feelings

05.03.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Jack chat about how political correctness is shaping our language… and feelings. Gareth discusses what feels like the constant rise in the cost of living in South Africa. And Jack shares his thoughts, and emotions, about the upcoming national election.

4 Mar 2024 11PM 58 min

Pollution Proximity

04.03.2024 Pt 2 - The most polluted place on Earth is closer than you might think. Gareth and Leigh-Ann recap the mysterious disappearance of MH370, as officials continue their search. And it’s World Obesity Day… we’re joined by two experts for more.

4 Mar 2024 12AM 59 min

Land of the Blind

04.03.2024 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann talk about the ‘joys’ of wearing spectacles. Gareth debates the big question... should the bathroom door be left open? James joins the team for the Monday morning sports wrap, and Simphiwe chats with Dr Hanan about an awkward issue.

3 Mar 2024 11PM 56 min

Dopamine Culture

01.03.24 Pt 2 - Gareth, Simphiwe and Ben discuss Dopamine Culture, and how it has changed with every generation. Simphiwe educates Ben and Gareth on ‘ghosting’ and how to handle relationships in a digital society. And, JJ Cornish joins the show to give an update on tensions in northern Africa.

1 Mar 2024 12AM 54 min

Biting Back

Gareth tells Simphiwe about a special type of burger, that is considered quite nutritious. The team debate how much money they would need to retire... and Ben shares the latest sport news in Beyond the Scoreboard.

29 Feb 2024 11PM 57 min

Taking Action in SA

29.02.24 Pt 2 - Herman Mashaba joins the Burning Platform with Gareth, Phumi and Kanthan, to share ideas for South Africa if he were to take the presidential seat. Herman speaks on his time at the ANC, and Kanthan grills him about coalition politics with the DA.

29 Feb 2024 12AM 1 hr 05 min

Lots of Reign in England

29.02.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi dive into the statistical hopes of each party ahead of the 2024 elections. Gareth speculates on the true health of members of the royal family. And Dr Mark joins the team to chat about aesthetics, and where to look for signs of ageing.

28 Feb 2024 11PM 59 min

Gareth's Guests: Brendan O'Niell

28.02.24 - Brendan O'Neill is a British journalist, author, and commentator known for his controversial and dissenting views on contemporary political and social issues. He rose to prominence as the editor of the online magazine Spiked, and has been a vocal advocate for free expression, individual liberty, and personal autonomy…

27 Feb 2024 11PM 51 min

Media Literacy in a Digital World

Veteran journalist Camilla Bath joins Gareth to have an in-depth discussion about mis- and disinformation within the media, assessing credibility and removing our own biases in a world of constant new information. Camilla also touches on the use of AI in content creation today.

27 Feb 2024 12AM 56 min

Keep it in the Family

Gareth and Jack discuss how South African education is poorly run, and the important role that parents play. Jack tries to prove to Gareth that the Rothschilds truly run the world. Then, Morné du Preez and Kevin Hill from Tourvest Travel Services share their South American travel experiences.

26 Feb 2024 11PM 1 hr 01 min

A Little bit Fruity

Gareth lets everyone know what he actually thinks of the Kardashians. Leigh-Ann educates the team about the World’s most crowded island. And Robin Wheeler joins the show to chat about his new book, ‘LOVE is the Key to Finding your Voice’.

26 Feb 2024 12AM 1 hr 01 min

No Signal, No Problem

Gareth, Ryan and Leigh-Ann chat about the benefits of turning your phone off for extended periods. The team touch on some of the trending topics from the weekend, including the ANC’s manifesto launch and Donald Trump on the road to winning the US election. And Producer Ryan needs some help…

25 Feb 2024 11PM 54 min

Ruining Quokkas

23.02.24 Pt 2 - Gord Laws joins the #GCS to discuss taking responsibility for your own algorithm. Simphiwe encourages Gareth and Gord to make use of animals for therapy. And Gareth tells us how he feels about being ghosted.

23 Feb 2024 12AM 57 min

Everybody has a story

23.02.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Simphiwe talk about being uniquely yourself, and the moments in one’s life that define you. Ben takes you behind the scoreboard for all the weekend sporting action. And the team discuss a global digital working trend taking over Cape Town.

22 Feb 2024 11PM 56 min

Old Faces, New Ideas

22.02.24 Pt 2 - Executive President of SARA, Colleen Makhubele joins the #BurningPlatform to lay out some of her manifesto for the upcoming elections. Phumi questions her about what makes SARA a credible party to vote for. And, Colleen outlines her stance on the importance of the middle class

22 Feb 2024 12AM 1 hr 02 min

Keep your Sin up

22.02.24 Pt 1 - Gareth and Phumi give their thoughts on the Budget Speech and its impact on the economy. The team ponders the role that corporate South Africa plays in an election. And Phumi tells us why she gave up swearing for Lent.

21 Feb 2024 11PM 55 min

Gareth's Guests: Leanne Manas

21.02.24 - She might have a more recognisable voice than Gareth Cliff... South African icon and news veteran Leanne Manas joins Gareth to reminisce about her 20-year career in media - from breaking the biggest news stories the country has seen, to the impact of Vuyo Mbuli’s passing on her…

20 Feb 2024 11PM 1 hr 05 min

No Law and Order

20.02.24 Pt 2 - Dan Moyane joins the team to give his verdict on the current social-political situation in the country, and how the ruling party has failed South Africans since 1994. Jack Motlanthe highlights the part that citizens have to play in voting for change 2024.

20 Feb 2024 12AM 54 min