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1:04:31

Refilwe Modiselle: Living with Albinism, Albinism...

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/08/04

Refilwe Modiselle Gets Real: Albinism, Trauma, and Breaking Barriers In this unfiltered and deeply moving episode, the doctors sit down with trailblazer Refilwe Modiselle, South Africa’s first professional fashion model with albinism, to unpack her incredible journey of resilience and redefining beauty. She opens up about the medical and physical struggles of growing up with albinism in an all-girls school, the cruel bullying, and why she was never chosen for the A-team in sports. Refilwe also

19:47

Introducing Lab Rat

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/08/03

Lab Rat - an Australian alt-grunge rock artist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how Lab Rat chose his stage name, how he was performing as a drummer in rock bands by the age of 14, how he was multi-skilled in various elements of performance as he couldn't find someone to do those tasks… and he tells us about the debut album - 'In The Walls, We Wait'. Instagram - @labrat_aus TikTok - @labrat_aus YouTube - @labrat_aus

21:13

Up-and-coming DJ and Producer Luvstruck

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2025/07/31

Luvstruck, an up-and-coming British DJ and producer, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Luvstruck tells us how he chose his stage name, why he finds learning classical piano to be regimental, and how he feels about people loving his music. Barret Edelstein from Celeb Savant and Luvstruck bond over their past trauma of being bullied, and Luvstruck tells us what he has coming up next. Instagram - @luvstruck_official Facebook - @luvstruckmusic Twitter - @luvstruckmusic TikTok -

17:43

The collaboration of VScript and Luke Goliath

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2025/07/29

VScript and Luke Goliath - VScript an American Grammy-nominated songwriter, producer and A&R trailblazer, and Luke, a South African producer, songwriter and DJ - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear their individual journeys in the entertainment world, their individual creative process, and all about their collaboration fusing New Orleans Bounce and Afro. Website - www.officialvscript.com Instagram - @vscript @lukegoliath Facebook - @vscriptmusic @lukesyngoliath Twitter -

54:18

Water, Taste, and the Gauteng Crisis

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/28

28.07.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann welcome South Africa’s finest water sommelier, Candice Jansen, for a deep dive into all things H₂O. From why water actually tastes different, to the smartest ways to stay hydrated, the conversation flows into the latest water trends and the growing concerns around Gauteng’s unreliable supply. Plus, Candice shares practical advice on how to keep your water safe — and your standards high. The Real Network

57:19

Breakups, Burnouts & Bad Monks

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/28

28.07.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann kick off the week diving into a new dating app that’s got people talking — mostly down to its mission to mock men. This sparks a brutally honest chat about how men and women navigate breakups differently. Things take a wild turn with a bizarre story involving monks and meth, before the team unpack what really draws men and women to each other — from the superficial to the surprisingly deep. The Real Network

44:32

The various iterations of Cito

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/27

Cito - a US-born South African singer, songwriter, producer, and actor - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. Cito explains how he learned bass guitar in order to join his first band, and we dive into the various iterations of his career, which include the bands Wonderboom, Absinthè, El Cantante, and Blvd Hvnny. He also shares what he enjoys about performing live and what’s coming next.This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg,

1:00:27

Sarah Connor Arms | Satanic didn’t panic | Dolph...

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/25

Laura Hamilton is back on the scene — now we know we're safe. Everyone in the 80s wanted to be held in those Sarah Connor arms. Tomorrowland lost a stage in a fire… and you'll never guess who came to their rescue. The tannies of the 80s are grabbing their Bibles. Dori has a recommendation about nothing, and Paulo is hunting for a movie with an even weirder time travel device. We also realise no one needs a new Rubik's Cube, Paulo uncovers a new fetish, and The Hoff will forever be the

34:47

On The Map founding director - Emily Cheung

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2025/07/24

Emily Cheung - Australian founding director of specialised music publicity agency, On The Map PR - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Emily tells us how, after studying PR and journalism at university, she got a job at Sony Music as a coordinator, we hear about the various roles that Emily held at Sony Music Australia, how these roles gave Emily the foundation to start On The Map PR, and more about the role of a publicity agency within the industry. Website - www.onthemappr.com Instagram -

28:32

California Calling with Joe Sib

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2025/07/22

Joe Sib - an American stand-up comedian - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Joe explains that he started his career as a singer fronting bands such as WAX and 22 Jacks, before co-founding and running the record label SideOneDummy Records. After selling the label, he started doing stand-up comedy - which he has become “addicted” to… and he tells us about his show 'California Calling', which will have an upcoming run at the Edinburgh Fringe.Website - www.joesib.com Instagram -

1:05:01

Bromance, Erectal dysfunction

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/21

In this powerful and thought-provoking discussion, the gents sit down with Dr. Nokukhanya Khanyile-Lenake — a passionate mental health advocate and newly qualified paediatrician — to unpack the question: Do men truly have safe spaces to talk about their issues in today’s society? Together, they explore critical topics including: Men’s mental and sexual health, and the social stigma around opening up The challenges faced by fathers and male caregivers in the world of child healthcare How women can

52:06

Bimbos, SARS & the Great Gauteng Comeback

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/21

21.07.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol unpack society’s obsession with attention, sparked by the story of a woman transforming herself into a real-life bimbo. Gareth vents about the South African Revenue Service, questioning why taxpayers still feel harassed—even when SARS owes them money. The team also explores the surprising reverse migration trend, as more people return to Gauteng after chasing the Cape Town dream. The Real Network

58:09

From Bali Belly to Hairy Armenians: A Very Monday...

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/21

21.07.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol ease into the week like an old married couple—scrolling through Leigh-Ann’s Bali holiday pics and unpacking the grim reality of Bali Belly. Producer James delivers a long-winded sports report that somehow morphs into a deep dive on the strange mystery that is Centurion. Plus, what has Armenia given the world? You’d be surprised… and slightly disturbed The Real Network

36:58

Adam Howard and 'My Favourite Broadway'

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/20

Adam Howard - a South African based conductor, composer, arranger, producer, and musical director - joins us live in studio for this episode of Celeb Savant. Adam tells us how he started playing the trumpet at the age of 9, achieving his dream of playing the first trumpet in the German orchestra at the age of 22, his multi-faceted industry journey in South Africa and more about his latest production with Jonathan Roxmouth, My Favourite Broadway.This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in

36:32

What You Talkin’ ’Bout, Shannon | A Superman no one...

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/18

Men Without Hats are back with a synthy love letter to the ’80s — and a masterclass in AABBCCDD rhyming. Remember when the biggest fear in the ’80s was getting strapped to a lie detector? Gary Coleman’s wife took one to clear her name over his death — and the results were shakier than Mr. Drummond doing the Moonwalk. Paulo reviews Airwolf before Airwolf , and we dig up an ’80s Superman TV show nobody asked for. Jump To: Men Without Hats' New Song "I Love the 80s" (00:00:18):

36:03

EP01 | Whale Tales & Ocean Trails

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/18

Kate Turkington shares a wild student story about guiding tours inside a blue whale on the Thames—yes, really. Then oceanographer Dr. Katye Altieri joins to unpack how pollution in the air is quietly changing our oceans. From nitrogen’s hidden climate impact to research voyages on the SA Agulhas II, this episode dives into the strange and urgent links between us, the sea, and the skies.

52:23

Prisons, Planes & Robben Island Reboot

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/18

18.06.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff, Ben Karpinski, and Simphiwe Mthethwa take a ride through the absurd and the intriguing — from a futuristic mode of transport so good Gareth might just remortgage his house, to South Africa’s prison system and creative (and bizarre) ways to keep inmates occupied… like sauna hats. Plus, the team reimagines what a modern-day Robben Island could look like. The Real Network

1:01:20

Bin Juice and Bad News

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/18

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

28:32

Four decades of success - Dr Victor

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/17

Dr Victor - a South African Music Award-winning South African singer, songwriter, and producer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We dive into a successful four-decade journey in the entertainment industry, as Dr Victor tells us how he became known as a 'Dr', how he and the band CC Beat originally started out performing in clubs in the '80s, how changing the band's name to the Rasta Rebels and the song 'Give Me Hope Jo'Anna' was the catalyst for the next phase of his career, and about his

40:17

Episode 57 | On The Bounce | Major Golf Bro show with...

The Gareth Cliff Show ·

2025/07/17

As Sandile is in Ibiza, Ben decided that this is a good week to have a big golf show. To make this happen OG Molefe and Msizi James join him in studio. As it’s Open Championship week there is much to cover around that, plus some first impressions of LIV Golf after Ben’s trip to Valderrama, why Joburg is the best golf city, and why all grown men should be playing golf. The Real Network

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