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Celeb Savant

The Celeb Savant show is a weekly entertainment show hosted by Barret Edelstein. Each week we will have long-form career retrospective type interviews with celebrities namely, singers, actors and industry experts. APVA Awards 2023 - nominated as The Best Entertainment/Lifestyle Podcast

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All Episodes

21:26

Interview with Ard Matthews

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/26

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with South African singer and songwriter, Ard Matthews from Just Jinjer. Ard tells us how joining a band as a drummer in high school allowed him to follow his passion and study drumming at varsity instead of law. We hear how the band formed and, amongst other things, Ard’s creative process. Website - www.ardmatthews.com www.justjinjer.com Instagram - @ardmatthews @justjinjer Facebook - @ardmatthews @justjinjer Twitter - @ardmatthews @justjinjer

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26:21

Interview with Shanice

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/22

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with American singer-songwriter, actress, dancer and entrepreneur, Shanice. She tells us about her 4 decades in the entertainment industry, that all started as a child in a KFC commercial with Ella Fitzgerald, how she was signed to her first record deal while she was doing theatre at the age of 11, and lots more! Website - www.smilebyshanice.com Instagram - @shaniceonline Facebook - @shaniceonline Twitter - @shaniceonline

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23:47

Interview with Ross Learmonth

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/19

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with South African singer and songwriter, Ross Learmonth. Ross tells us the origins of his band Prime Circle, the difference between creating music with the band and as a solo artist, and what he loves about performing live after releasing an album that he calls his “business card”. Website - www.primecircleband.com Instagram - @rosslearmonth @prime_circle Facebook - @RossLearmonthMusic @Prime.Circle Twitter - @RossLearmonth @Prime_Circle

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33:55

Interview with Sidney B

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/15

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with French singer, songwriter and producer, Sidney B. Sidney tells us how he started in a rap band as a teenager, how travelling to London inspired him to create music in English, and that performance was in his blood from a very young age - which would inevitably lead to a career in the entertainment industry. Website - www.sidneyb.com Instagram - @sidneybmusic Facebook - @sidneybmusic Twitter - @sidneybmusic

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22:02

Interview with Joe Sumner

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/13

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with English singer and songwriter, Joe Sumner. Joe was in South Africa on a world tour with his father, Sting. He tells us how he grew up despising music, learning about it from his passion of video games… and when he heard a song by Nirvana - which inspired him to start creating music and join a band - the rest is music history! Instagram - @thejoesumner Facebook - @thejoesumner Twitter - @thejoesumner

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21:55

Interview with Tyler Page

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/09

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with South African singer and songwriter, Tyler Page. Tyler tells us how her boyfriend posting the first video of her singing gave her the confidence to start posting her own, which led to her signing her first record deal. Plus, how she taught herself to play the ukulele, and what her process is for creating music. Instagram - @tylerpage_ Facebook - @tylerpageoffiicial Twitter - @tylerpage_x

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42:28

Interview with J'Something

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/06

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with singer, songwriter, entrepreneur and television presenter, J’Something from Mi Casa. He tells us how music has always been a feature in his life... from childhood to the present. We also hear how he met Dr Duda and Mo-T at a party, and how he allows the magic of the moment to bring through creativity. Head to “These Streets” and dive into the creative world of J’Something! Website - www.jsomething.com www.thisisartistry.co.za Instagram -

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30:11

Interview with Louise Carver

Celeb Savant ·

2023/02/02

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with South African singer and songwriter, Louise Carver. Louise tells us how she started playing piano at the age of 2, and how she got signed to her first record label deal at the age of 15 after visiting a friend's neighbour whose father heard her sing. We hear about her journey in the industry, having her first no 1 at 17, all the way up to now as she releases her 7th studio album. Website - www.louisecarver.com Instagram - @louise_carver Facebook -

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26:53

Interview with Amistat

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/30

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with twin brothers Jan and Josef Prasil, who make up the European and Australian duo Amistat. The brothers tell us what the name Amistat means, how they intend to create music that allows them and the listener to feel something, and whether they get along outside of creating music. Sit back and enjoy the folk musical world with the band Amistat! Website - www.amistatmusic.com Instagram - @amistatmusic Facebook - @amistatmusic Twitter - @amistatmusic

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41:24

Interview with Anthony Phillips

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/26

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with English musician, songwriter, producer and singer, Anthony Phillips. Anthony tells us how the Beatles inspired many cover bands at the time, and how the band that he was part of would eventually become Genesis. He also fills us in on his solo career after leaving Genesis - a career that spans 5 decades. Website - www.anthonyphillips.co.uk Facebook - @AnthonyPhillipsOfficial

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25:51

Interview with Robbie Rivera

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/23

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein sat down with Puerto Rican DJ, Robbie Rivera. Robbie explains how his sister’s prom inspired him to create music, the difference between producing original tracks compared to remixing songs by other artists, and which artists he got positive feedback from. Grab your dancing shoes as we go clubbing with Robbie Rivera! Website - www.robbierivera.com Instagram - @robbierivera Facebook - @robbierivera Twitter - @robbierivera

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22:20

Interview with Shaun Duwe (Co-Founder of Ultra SA)

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/19

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with entertainment businessman, Shaun Duwe. Shaun has been in the industry for over 25 years, having started out as a DJ. We hear how his journey has progressed from owning clubs, to concert production and promotion, to his current role of festival owner and organiser. Shaun Duwe Instagram -@shaunduvet Facebook - @shaunduvet Ultra South Africa Website - www.ultrasouthafrica.com Instagram - @ultrasouthafria Facebook - @ultrasouthafria Twitter -

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27:05

Interview with Andrew Allen

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/16

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, chats to Canadian singer and songwriter, Andrew Allen. Andrew tells us how a friend convinced him to go out and perform by himself, and how working hard for a couple of years led to his success. We find out how the record label convinced him to collaborate and write with other artists, which led to his first top 10… plus, what he loves about opening for other artists on tour. It is “What You Wanted” as we discover the musical world of Andrew Allen. Website -

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14:32

Interview with Tanya Nolan

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/12

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, speaks to R&B singer and songwriter, Tanya Nolan. Hear how she answered an ad for a singer in the newspaper, which led to her musical career. Tanya tells us how she will be choosing the songs for her upcoming album, and what she enjoys about performing live. www.tanyanolan.net Instagram - @iamtanyanolan Facebook - @iamtanyanolan Twitter - @tanyanolan

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48:10

Interview with Jason Goliath

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/10

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with South African comedian, Jason Goliath. Jason tells us how losing his corporate business led to him pursuing a career in entertainment in television, and how a drunken evening with his cousin, Donovan led to him trying out comedy. Six weeks later, Jason performed his first stand-up routine... and 11 years later he has developed a comedy act that is intentional, effective and hilarious. Instagram - @jasongoliath Facebook - @jasongoliath Twitter -

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23:29

Interview with Will Linley

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/04

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with South African singer and songwriter, Will Linley. Will tells us how he grew up in a musical family, that growing up he played the violin and was part of the orchestra. He and his family agreed for him to take a year off of university from studying BCOM International Business to pursue music and depending on what the results would be whether he would go back to university, the success has naturally meant he will continue to pursue his passion of creating

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23:56

Interview with Karma Luna

Celeb Savant ·

2023/01/02

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with South African artist Karma Luna. Karma shares her journey of becoming an artist, why she is currently at a crossroads with the type of music she is releasing, and what she enjoys about being a DJ. Karma also works behind the scenes at concerts, and she tells us what it’s like, and what she enjoys about it. Instagram - @karmalunamusic Facebook - @KarmaLunaMusic

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25:24

Interview with Umi Nowaz (Cherry Red Records)

Celeb Savant ·

2022/12/28

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with Umi Nowaz, who works behind the scenes at Cherry Red Records. Umi helps out the Sync Department at the label, and assists in creating the database for songs that are available to be used in movies, television and advertisements. Umi also details his previous role as a press officer, what the functions of this role entailed, and what it was like interacting with the artists involved. Website - www..cherryred.co.uk Instagram - @cherryredrecords Facebook -

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32:42

Interview with Danielle Juhre

Celeb Savant ·

2022/12/22

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with Chicago-based independent singer-songwriter, Danielle Juhre. Danielle tells us how she overcame overthinking and analysing to get to the point of feeling comfortable with her singing voice and releasing music. She also explains how she writes and creates music, how artists are critical of themselves, and how she is a different person to who she was 5 years ago - which allows her to command the stage when performing live. Website -

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28:37

Interview with Fee Waybill (from The Tubes)

Celeb Savant ·

2022/12/19

Celeb Savant, Barret Edelstein, sat down with the lead singer of the American rock band The Tubes, Fee Waybill. He tells us about his musical journey that started in the late ‘60s when he gave up being a cowboy on a ranch to join the band and be their roadie as they relocated to San Francisco, where he ultimately became the lead singer. We find out what gets him excited to perform live after many decades in the industry, and delve into the band's collaboration with choreographer Kenny Ortega - which

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