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27:11

Introducing LEØN TARØ

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2025/08/21

LEØN TARØ - an English/Canadian producer, songwriter, and artist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We hear how LEØN chose his stage name and how his foundation of studying music, DJing, and performing as a session drummer in arenas in the UK and Ireland inspired his artist project. We also hear why when artists, producers, and songwriters collaborate, it's like a therapy session for all involved.Website - www.leontaro.com www.richpilkington.com Instagram -

50:39

Amahle Jaxx Jaxa, National Diaglogue, Taxi Wars,...

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2025/08/20

Where do we even start? From a shock loss on the rugby field to a government “national dialogue” that looks like chaos in conference form — this episode tears into the week’s biggest headlines and asks the awkward questions everyone’s scrolling past.We sit with **Jack of All Trades, Amahle Jaxx Jaxa** — content creator, event don, political commentator, and absolute voice-of-the-people — to unpack: * Why the **Springboks’ loss to Australia** might actually be a character test, not an apocalypse

1:07:25

Episode 62 | On The Bounce | The Big Bok picture from...

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2025/08/20

Many didn’t think it was possible that the Boks could be humbled at home. But they have been, and most worryingly, they have been by Australia. The Ellis Park test caused a major shockwave through the nation, so much so that there are suddenly a lot more questions than answers on the table. To sort this out for us, Harry Jones from the Lekker Rugby Pod joins us to share his wonderful rugby mind. The Real Network

22:51

Australian singer and songwriter Flynn Gurry

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2025/08/19

Flynn Gurry - an Australian singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Flynn tells us about how he started playing guitar at the age of 14, how he creates music, and why when he collaborates with other artists it helps keep his focus. We also hear about his experience with 'post-tour-blues' and what he loves about performing live. Website - www.flynngurry.com.au Instagram - @flynngurry Facebook - @flynngurrymusic TikTok - @flynngurry YouTube - @flynngurry

1:18:07

Sdudla Challange 2 Sgora Challenge:Tiktok Coach...

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2025/08/18

"Two litres a day keeps the abs away,” says Coach Kopano Mokhele. Coach Kopano walks in the footsteps of his clients as he embarks on a Sdudla Journey of intentional weight gain. The TikTok coach shares his process — from eating braais every day to avoiding water in order to consume as many calories as possible. Join the Doctors as they unpack their shock and concerns around this unusual journey. The Real Network

49:22

The multi-faceted career of BandaBanda

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2025/08/17

BandaBanda - a South African musician, producer, and creative entrepreneur - joins us live in studio on this episode of Celeb Savant. BandaBanda tells us about his multi-faceted career, which includes being a music producer, how he wears his A&R hat when producing, how he creates his own music and about his latest album - Zinza. We also hear how he uses the medium of music to be a connector.This episode was recorded live in studio at Solid Gold Podcasts. Randburg, South Africa. Website -

57:44

Cultural Identity, Forehead Surgery, Putin’s...

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2025/08/15

15.08.2025 pt 2 In this episode, Gareth and Ben dive into the complex debate around multiculturalism, arguing that while Europe’s model has eroded cultural identity, South Africa’s unique mix of traditions thrives without forced assimilation. They slam the homogenisation of culture into bland commercialism and champion cultural pride. The conversation shifts to Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad controversy, poking fun at the small but loud group of critics and exploring modern attitudes toward

59:10

Trump’s Armored Golf Cart, Soweto Taxi vs E-Hailing,...

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2025/08/15

15.08.2025 pt 1 On our final Friday show before a major format change, Gareth and Ben delivered a whirlwind of sports, politics, and jaw-dropping oddities. They kicked off with news that Fridays will soon be longer and packed with live guests, before diving into Ben’s golf plans and a comical look at Donald Trump’s armored “Batmobile” golf cart. The sporting lineup was huge — from the Rugby Championship and MTN8 semi-finals to Premier League kick-off and UFC 319’s explosive showdown between Drius

41:10

Slap your Willis | Whose your 80s Daddy | Lose the...

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2025/08/14

This is the one where Paulo and Dori create two great ’80s sitcoms and one movie sequel that definitely would have been rented back in the day. We kick off the show by slapping our Willis during Diff’rent Strokes. Then we assess ’80s sitcom dads and wonder if we’d still be friends after being adopted. Dori’s movie features a computer that really wants to hurt you, while Paulo’s has more baby lotion than plot. Finally, if you got fired as a kid but ended up as Jae Bae – did you really lose? Jump

11:14

Over a billion Spotify streams - Cyrll

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2025/08/14

Cyril - an Australian producer and DJ with over a billion Spotify streams - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. The ARIA Award-nominated artist explains how he creates music, the difference between performing at a club compared to a festival, and more about his latest music. Instagram - @itsyaboyciz Facebook - @cyriljtl.riley.5 TikTok - @cyril_riley YouTube - @CYRILTHEPRODUCER

1:05:55

Free Speech vs Racism, Gayton Mckenzie, Super Gonorrhoea

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2025/08/13

On this week's episode we’re unpacking the latest mess — Open Chats pod dropping wild, offensive comments about the coloured community and catching smoke from politicians, civil society, and basically the whole of Mzansi. Is Minister Gayton Mckenzie under fire? Lets find out..Warras and PH get real about how podcasting is now the Wild West — anyone with a mic can say anything, but without media training or a filter, you can end up pushing harmful stereotypes faster than you can say “clip for

57:47

From Classic Cars to Cancel Culture — Kurt’s...

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2025/08/13

13.08.2025 pt 2 In a wide-ranging and unapologetically honest chat, comedian Kurt takes us from the smell of leather bench seats in classic cars to the uncomfortable sting of racism, making the case for humor as a bridge between people. Along the way, he rips into modern cars’ soulless designs, the quirks of South Africa’s “celebrity” class, and why some insults sting more in certain cultures than others. There’s no sacred cow — whether it’s customer service disasters, the politics of apologies, or

57:47

Comedy, Chaos & The Overpriced Steak

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2025/08/13

13.08. 2025 pt 1 Comedians Dave Levinson and Kurt Schoonrat join Gareth in studio for a mix of sharp wit, war stories from the stage, and some brutal honesty about life in comedy and South Africa. From overpriced steaks and coffee shop economics to the chaos of early shows and the reality of hecklers, it’s a hilarious yet revealing look at the hustle behind the punchlines. The conversation swerves from absurd bathroom encounters and bizarre dreams to bigger questions about leadership, politics, and

20:20

Up-and-coming duo We Could Be Related

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2025/08/12

We Could Be Related - a South African songwriting and production duo - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Aidin Nortje and Devon Murray explain how they chose the band's name, we hear their individual journeys in the music world, how the duo was formed, and more about their latest collaboration with Ben Rodrigues - Want Me. Website - www.wecouldberelated.com Instagram - @wecouldberelated Twitter - @wcbrtheband TikTok - @wecouldberelated YouTube - @wecouldberelated

58:24

DR Ken Resnik Schools Us On Calmness And Modern...

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2025/08/11

Parenting expert Dr. Ken Resnik joins to flip the script on modern parenting trends, pushing for calm authority, boundaries, and fostering independence over overprotection. The decline in basic social skills and etiquette, accelerated by generational shifts and tech dependence, is eroding how we connect — at home, at work, and in society at large. Parenting today faces a maze of conflicting advice, overdiagnosis, and societal pressures. Dr. Resnik offers clarity with practical, calm, and structured

1:01:30

The Monday Morning Farewell, Gayton McKenzie's Racial...

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2025/08/11

The team signs off their final Monday show before moving to Fridays with a sharp, unfiltered dive into hot-button topics — starting with the furore over politician Gayton McKenzie’s use of a racial slur. They challenge the social media outrage cycle, calling for resilience, context, and less performative anger. There’s a nostalgic but pragmatic look at how radio has evolved, why clinging to the past risks irrelevance, and how audiences have shifted. Joined by renowned psychologist and head of the

33:54

Actor and Director Christopher Lee-Power

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2025/08/10

Christopher Lee-Power – a British actor and director – joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. He explains how, as a child, he was hospitalised for hyperactivity and speech problems, and how performing with other children sparked his journey to pursue the arts. We discuss the importance of an accent in the acting world, why Christopher loves acting, how he taps into the various characters he portrays, and more. Instagram - @christopherleepowerofficial TikTok - @chrisleepowerofficial

50:14

Gym Gripes, Girl Fights & Global Tariffs

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2025/08/08

08.08.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski dive into the differences in how women and men handle competition — from the workplace to friendships — and why it often plays out with different emotional stakes. Things get a little hairy (literally) as they unpack bizarre gym habits, including the questionable choice of shaving in the locker room. Later, Siegfried Lokotsch joins the conversation to explore the dangers of misinformation and how Trump’s tariffs are shaking up South African businesses

1:01:56

Buffalo Justice and Beyoncé Battles

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2025/08/08

08.08.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski kick off Friday with the lukewarm cultural clash of Sydney Sweeney vs Beyoncé — a debate no one asked for but everyone seems to have an opinion on. Things get wilder with a headline about a man hunting a buffalo, only for the audience to side with the animal. Ben wraps it up with his uniquely crafted sports report to gear you up for the weekend. The Real Network

55:09

Tariffs stole our Chappies | Dori is Shifty | Do you...

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2025/08/07

Paulo feels XXXtra Strong, while Dori can’t believe the price of Chappies. We uncover some of the weirdest sitcoms from the '80s — and surprisingly, none of them carried the bizarre 2-21 age restriction enjoyed by Emmanuelle 1–12. Dori reviews a Shifty podcast, while Paulo finds out what happens when Monty Python, Cheech & Chong, Mel Brooks’ troupe, and David Bowie play pirate dress-up. Finally, Rod Stewart really shouldn’t be allowed near ChatGPT — and The Pogues are definitely going to ruin

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