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3:03:22

Pressure, Comebacks & the GNU

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2025/11/14

Gareth, Leigh-Ann and Ben kick off Friday with a wild conversation about one of the most disturbing “sports” on the planet: Sniper Tourists. Dr Hanan jumps in as they unpack the pressures of modern life, and how they might spark the ultimate comeback story after the new Charlie Sheen documentary. Monwabisi Thethe and Siya Sangweni pop in to talk art and bubbles for the festive season, and Gabriel Crouse from the IRR wraps things up with a sharp look at the state of the GNU ahead of the G20. The Real

31:44

The Latest From Milli Vanilli Land | The Most 80s...

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2025/11/13

We all want to live in Milli Vanilli Land, where dreadlocks are made of Fizzers and the rivers run with the tears of “what-if” careers.Is Fab finally going to get Milli Vanilli the Grammy they deserve — and will it upset the Dalai Lama? You know who’s never been in a superhero movie? Charlie Sheen. But we just found the character he was born to play. What do Whoopi Goldberg and a nightclub in Sunninghill have to do with Dori’s movie — and why is Paulo reviewing an instructional video on how to

30:03

RIAA Certified gold Emeline

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2025/11/13

Emeline - an American singer, songwriter, producer, and RIAA certified gold - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Emeline explains how as a child, she was a seriously competitive songwriter. Plus, how she stayed positive during the six years until she eventually got her foot in the door, her advice to achieve your biggest dreams, and all about her music. Facebook - @emelineisme Instagram - @emelineisme Twitter - @emelineisme TikTok - @emelineisme YouTube - @emelineisme

25:50

Viral sensation - Hypaton

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2025/11/11

Hypaton - an Italian dance DJ, producer, and viral sensation - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Hypaton explains that his father was in a band in the ‘70s and had the same stage name, so he decided to carry on the tradition, and how he was inspired to follow the creative path by his cousin, Giuseppe Ottaviani - a trance DJ and producer. Plus, how going viral on social media helped him gain success, resulting in David Guetta becoming his mentor Website - www.hypaton76.com Instagram -

20:30

From Malawi to the world - Chmba

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2025/11/09

Chmba - a Malawian singer, songwriter, DJ, and producer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Chmba explains the meaning of her stage name, how she started out creating mixes for friends as a hobby before pursuing music professionally, and how the noises around her inspires her creativity. Her and Barret also bond over loadshedding. Instagram - @chmba Facebook - @chmbamusic Twitter - @ChmbaMusic TikTok - @chmbamusic YouTube - @chmba

38:35

The Kate Turkington Show | EP 9 |Judge Edwin Cameron...

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2025/11/07

South Africa has the largest prison population in Africa, but what’s really happening behind those walls? In this powerful episode of The Kate Turkington Show, Judge Edwin Cameron joins Kate to unpack his new book Behind Prison Walls. From the harsh reality of overcrowded cells to the flawed sentencing policies shaping our justice system, Cameron challenges everything we think we know about crime and punishment — and shows why change is still possible.

24:54

Flip Van Der Merwe Reveals The Bok Secret

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2025/11/07

The end of year Bok tour brings a whole host of dynamics to discuss. Ex-Springbok forward Flip van der Merwe joins Ben for this, touching on all 4 games on tour, and just what makes this Springbok team so special. Though Flip’s playing days weren’t too long ago, the leaps the Bok team has made since his retirement is something he gets to quantify well for you here. The Real Network

3:04:30

Impi Energy Meets Political Heat

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2025/11/07

Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol kick off their Friday with a deep dive into global headlines — starting with New York’s newly elected Mayor and what his policies could mean for renters. Ben joins the conversation to celebrate Siya Kolisi’s incredible 100th Springbok cap and the legacy he continues to build. Later, the team welcomes Sibusiso “Impi” Kotelo, the man known for rallying South Africans around the world, as he opens up about mental resilience among men. Finally, Sama Sambit steps in to

34:00

Oh Schucks its a hairpiece | The man who shot the 80s...

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2025/11/07

Being chased by hundreds of Marty McFlys is a fantasy only Dori — and maybe Lorraine McFly — could have, and we find out how it came true at the real Twin Pines Mall.We rediscover the man who directed nearly every iconic music video of the 80s and brought the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Coneheads to the big screen. Oh, how the latex manufacturers of the 90s rejoiced. Dori uncovers a Once in a Lifetime movie, while Paulo finds out how Sir Ian McKellen's first flop gave us Miami Vice. Jump

1:06:46

SAY LESS | EP 10 | How to be a billionaire? |...

The Real Network ·

2025/11/06

Would you rather get financial advice from a billionaire or a financial advisor? Zunaid Moti, South African billionaire entrepreneur chats to Pearl and Greg Laude, VOW presenter and Gen Z about raising children to become successful entrepreneur , finding a gap in the market to become a successful entrepreneur and the importance of family and discipline.

30:52

The musical spells of The Witchy Djypsies

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2025/11/06

Australian-based vocalist and instrumentalist Joana Lavole from The Witchy Djypsies joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Joana fills us in on the story behind the band's name, how she moved to Australia from the Caribbean, the journey of the band, what surprised her, what she loves about performing live and more! Website - www.witchydjypsies.com Instagram - @thewitchydjypsies Facebook - @TheWitchyDjypsies TikTok - @TheWitchyDjypsies YouTube - @thewitchydjypsies6784

1:44:12

Psychology of Relationships, Aliko Dangote, Tyler ICU

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2025/11/05

*We bring an expert on things we can't fact check, like to really find out what's wrong with both PH and Warras, why is it not relationshiping kwa Shady no Phod? Fresh off his international trip, Tyler ICU also drops by to check in on the guys. Stay tuned and don't forget to drop us a comment!* Shady PHodcast Playlist

13:04

Meet Brazen Barbie

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2025/11/04

Brazen Barbie - a Kenyan-Australian musician, artist, and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how Brazen Barbie chose her stage name, why at first she didn't think it would be possible to release music professionally, her creative process, and more about her mixtape, Brazen. Instagram - @thabrazen Facebook - @jehmeela.dalton.9 Twitter - @BrazenBarbie TikTok - @BrazenBarbie YouTube - @brazenbarbiee

15:43

Alternative rock act Cloning

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2025/11/02

Felix Parker - from Australian alternative rock act, Cloning - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Felix tells us how the band chose their name, what aspect of being professionals in the industry surprised them, and more about what’s coming next. Website - www.cloningmusic.com Instagram - @cloning_aus Facebook - @cloningaus TikTok - @cloningmusic YouTube - @CloningMusic

3:00:45

Closer Circles, Stronger Men

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2025/10/31

Gareth Cliff kicks off your morning with a dose of wisdom — unpacking what your circle says about you, and why keeping it tight might just be the key to growth. Leigh-Ann and Ben join the conversation to explore the fascinating 3I/ATLAS project and the possibility of visitors from our solar system. Then, author and speaker Craig Wilkinson sits down with Gareth to talk about a different kind of six-pack — the emotional and mental muscles that build stronger, better men in the ongoing pursuit of

41:11

Unintentionally Halloweeny | Three’s Compan-Eerie |...

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2025/10/30

Here’s an 80s kid test: complete this Roxette lyric — “I’m gonna get dressed…”If you didn’t say “for some sex” we can’t be friends. But you should still listen to this unintentionally creepy show as we discover that Suzanne Somers is definitely not a pleasure bot. Jumping on a bandwagon 40 years too late, Stranger Things resurrects ALF and another That 80s Show favourite. Dori has caught Paulo’s “so bad it’s good” movie bug, while Paulo brings a movie with a behind-the-scenes story so good it

24:27

Multi-award-winning Shawn Desman

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2025/10/30

Shawn Desman - a Canadian singer, songwriter and Juno, MMVAs and SOCAN award-winning artist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Shawn explains how he independently recorded his first Portuguese album at the age of 10, how he became the teenage Canadian Portuguese 'Justin Bieber', and how after stepping away from the industry, Drake convinced him to start creating music again. Website - www.shawndesman.com Instagram - @shawndesman Facebook - @ShawnDesmanOfficial TikTok - @shawndesman YouTube

1:49:28

SAY LESS | EP 9 | How to know if your child is a...

The Real Network ·

2025/10/30

What are the characteristics of a narcissist child? Dr Ken Resnick (Educational Psychologist and Parenting Expert) and Prof Corne Meintjes: Director at the Centre for Academic Technologies (CAT) join pearl in a conversation about parenting in the age of Chatgpt.

1:24:32

Liverpool fans should be worried

The Real Network ·

2025/10/29

October has been a vibe on the sporting front! It’s an absolute whirlwind of happenings for us to catch up on here, so we have assembled the full team with Kate Nokwe returning. We know you can’t watch everything in a sporting sense, so let’s bring you up to speed on it all right here. The Real Network

1:05:44

Dating Scams, Bottle Culture, Bheki Cele Sings, Kanye...

The Real Network ·

2025/10/29

A controversial tweet, has X screaming and asking, what the hell is The Shady Lurker saying about Joburg being flooded by wh*res?? Who is valid enough to give you dating advice and why has it become a sin, to date when you don't hold a bag? Stick around to hear what song Bheki Cele sang and which one is Ye going to sing on his SA Tour! Shady PHodcast Playlist

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