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22:02

Up and coming artist - Melanie MacLaren

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2025/03/16

Melanie MacLaren - an up-and-coming American singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Melanie explains why she only pursued music professionally at a later stage in her life, how the COVID lockdown helped her focus and create a vision for her career, and why she loves performing live. Website - www.melaniemaclaren.com Instagram - @melaniemaclaren Facebook - @melaniemaclarenmusic TikTok - @melaniemaclaren YouTube - @melaniemaclaren

28:14

That 80s Show meets Headway Gauteng

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2025/03/14

As part of the #Podcasthon Initiative - www.podcasthon.org - That 80 Show met with Michele Cahi, an occupational therapist and trustee at Headway Gauteng to discuss the charity's vital work supporting individuals with brain injuries. We highlight the emotional and psychological challenges faced by patients and their families, find out about Headway's holistic approach to therapy, and because we love the 80s - we ask about the role that music and nostalgia play in recovery. This month of March is

58:14

Flipping Your Flappers | Bill Cosby’s Special Jello |...

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2025/03/13

This episode is part of the Podcasthon Initiative and supports Headway Gauteng, a registered non-profit organisation that offers a variety of support programmes for adult survivors of Acquired Brain Injury. Find out more: www.podcasthon.org https://headwaygauteng.co.za/ This week, Paulo and Dori both have wrist injuries—arcade game injury or too much hitchhiking? Was your favourite drunken 80s sing-along song stolen? And what Bill Cosby-ish evils has AI seen? Ever watched Terminator and wished

31:47

Fleur Du Cap winner, Stuart Brown, on 'Dear Evan Hansen'

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2025/03/13

Stuart Brown - a South African Fleur Du Cap winning performer - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. Stuart tells us about his journey of pursuing performance as a career, we discuss some of the technical terms in performing, and his current role as Evan in the production of Dear Evan Hansen. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg, South Africa. Website - www.hownowbrowncow..co.za www.showtime.co.za Instagram -

24:40

Introducing Livvy Lauren

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2025/03/11

Livvy Lauren - a British singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Livvy explains how following a creative path helps focus her ADHD and high energy, the difference between singing classical, pop, and musical theatre... and her creative process. Instagram - @livvylauren Facebook - @livvy.acock Twitter - @LivvyLauren TikTok - @livvylaurenx

36:17

5 × South African Music Award nominee - Jesse Clegg

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2025/03/09

Jesse Clegg - a 5 x South African Award nominee singer, songwriter, and producer - joins us live in the studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. Jesse explains how he was a ‘passenger’ growing up in the music world, as the son of the late Johnny Clegg, how he transitioned to become a professional artist, and how his creative process has changed over time. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg, South Africa. Website -

53:36

George Michael's bush | Los Magnificos | From Sun...

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2025/03/07

In an inadvertently Spanish themed episode, Paulo doesn't want to join the Redington Frognal Neighbourhood Forum Whatsapp group - even if it does have to do with George Michael's bush.A Knight Rider Agujero de conejo, led us to discover the joys of 80s shows in Spanish - which makes them 100 times better.In movies, Dori cuts class, Paulo is crazy for you and Val Kilmer is mad at Matthew Modine.Julio Iglesias is getting the Netflix treatment - we're looking forward to the 80s stuff, but it will

1:00:08

OnlyFeet anyone?

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2025/03/07

7.3.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski tackle the hard-hitting questions—like just how viable it is to buy a cash-in-transit van (asking for a friend). They also dive into the wild world of collectibles, including a Pokémon-shaped chip that sold for a ridiculous amount of money. Plus, straight from The Real Network offices, Mykala joins the show to pitch a bold new business venture… OnlyFeet, anyone? The Real Network

52:53

Dissect the unmistakable

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2025/03/07

7.3.25 Pt 1 - Join Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski as they unpack just how out of touch President Cyril Ramaphosa seems after his visit to Joburg CBD, dissect the unmistakable look of someone who might just boil your cat, and gear up for an action-packed sports weekend with Ben’s colorful preview. The Real Network

56:05

Episode 38 - On The Bounce - Sports best live events

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2025/03/06

Join the guys in this episode as they talk sports travel with Agie Adams from Tourvest Travel Services. We all dream of one day experiencing that bucket list live sporting event, Agie though has already done quite a few of them. From watching your beloved Premier League team in action, to experiencing a Formula 1 grid walk, Agie has some great stories and some useful info on how to turn your travel dreams into workable realities. The Real Network

31:26

Tricia Duffy discusses imposter syndrome and comfort...

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2025/03/06

Tricia Duffy - a British singer-songwriter, podcaster, and media consultant - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Tricia discusses her multi-faceted career in the industry - which includes her music project ‘Little Lore’, her podcast 'In Ten Years Time’, and the reasons for taking different paths based on life experiences. We also discuss imposter syndrome, comfortzonesandmore. Website - www.littlelore.uk www.intenyearstime.com Instagram - @littleloremusic

53:53

Big Brother Mzansi Cash Pot | Warras' D*ck Pic Spree

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2025/03/05

The one and only iconic Smash Afrika is in the building, dropping gems from Big Brother Mzansi— Shower Hour to the Cash Pot! Why is Warras sending d*ck pics to everyone?! McDonald’s is under fire for branded school desks. “America cut our funding!” But let’s not forget—we had Soul Buddies, and WE WANT SOUL CITY BACK, along with Sister Bethina! Same gym as Karabo Moroka?! PH on Hyrocks Fitness. WhatsApp Leaks: Recreational Vagina?! This guy went to the mountain and came back… but did he

28:05

Nick Keynes - co-founder of Tileyard

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2025/03/04

Nick Keynes - a British music and creative entrepreneur, and the co-founder of Tileyard - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Nick tells us how his career started as the bassist for the '90s pop band Ultra, we discuss all the behind-the-scenes aspects of the industry - including the Tileyard journey - the highs andlows,andmore. Website - www.tileyard.co.uk Instagram - @tileyardlondon Facebook - @tileyardlondon Twitter - @tileyardlondon TikTok - @tileyardlondon YouTube - @tileyardlondon

41:07

Supercars, Conspiracies & Walking Through Fire

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2025/03/03

03.03.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol break down the latest viral chaos—a Nigerian rapper wrecks his McLaren in Cape Town. They also dive into the wildest conspiracies surrounding Gene Hackman and his wife's death. Plus, Cobus "The Viking" Visser joins the show to talk about mental strength, resilience, and the fiery art of firewalking The Real Network

1:05:27

Idiocracy & the Great South African U-Turn

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2025/03/03

03.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol put ChatGPT to the test—can it make you look like you're working and even save your job? They also dive into the dumbing-down effects of multiculturalism, sparked by a high-profile meeting between Trump and Zelensky. Plus, a closer look at the surprising trend of reverse emigration in South Africa The Real Network

20:56

The story of The Nomadic

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2025/03/02

The Nomadic - an Australian singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear what inspired his stage name, about his journey of working with the United Nations in numerous countries, to focusing his attention on his music career.Website - www,wearethenomadic.com Instagram - @thenomadicband Facebook - @thenomadicband Twitter - @thenomadicband TikTok - @wearethenomadic YouTube - @TheNomadic

1:02:51

If it’s going in your bum, it’s going in a Care Bear...

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2025/02/27

Casting news of the new live-action Masters of the Universe movie is out, and Paulo and Dori reject He-Man 2026 due to his tiny nipples.We never knew how good we had it with Dolph.We visit the 80s tuck shop of our minds and fill our bellies with corn syrup and artificial colouring as we reminisce about our favourite discontinued cool drinks.80s movies didn't care if they offended you, and after discovering that the Hoff has crabs, we find out that he now has a penguin. Plus, we wonder who would win

22:29

The Voice of Greece runner-up - Andry

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2025/02/27

Andry - a Greek metal singer, songwriter, and The Voice of Greece runner-up - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Andry explains how seeing the Power Rangers as a child ignited her passion to become a performer, the idea of being a strong woman in the industry, and why performing live can be challenging. Website - www.miss-andry.com Instagram - @andrybluesmetalqueen Facebook - @adriana.lagiou YouTube - @andrybluesmetalqueen

31:27

Catching up with Chris Jaftha

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2025/02/25

Chris Jaftha - a South African actor, singer, model, dancer, presenter and MC - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. Chris takes us through his multi-decade career, starting with his first professional job in the production 'African Footprint', diving into various aspects of the industry… and how hard work and motivation from his parents helped him to succeed. This episode of Celeb Savant was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts, Johannesburg,SouthAfrica. Website

19:20

Afro Optimism

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2025/02/25

In this episode, Bronwyn Williams and Li Ndube discuss how generative AI is transforming the creator economy, enabling creators to build their own "Truman Show" experiences, and the implications for brand communities.

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