The Gareth Cliff Show

Rude Tourists & the Magic of Madagascar

14.05.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Agie Adams are live from Africa’s Travel Indaba, diving into the world of travel etiquette—yes, we’re talking about rude tourists—and the often-overlooked art of packing smart, featuring some cool new tech. They’re joined by Martijn Mellaar, COO of Sense of Oceans, who unpacks…

14 May 4AM 49 min

Vanishing Cities & Hot Takes on Cold Treats

14.05.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff is joined by Agie Adams live from Africa’s Travel Indaba. Broadcasting straight from one of the continent’s biggest tourism events, the conversation dives into disappearing destinations like the sinking city of Venice, travel trends you need to know (including why Spain might be off…

14 May 4AM 1 hr 01 min

AI Babies & Body Prices

12.05.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Mash dive into the Influencer Revolution — from AI babies taking over social media to the future of content creation. Things get spicy as they debate what their “price” would be to sell their bodies. Plus, Jonathan Fine joins the conversation to unpack…

12 May 5AM 56 min

The Cowboys, the Cracks, and the Cash

12.05.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff is joined by Mash in a wild ride of revelations — from America’s sudden love for South African farmers to Mash’s own unexpected farming ambitions. Gareth digs into Joburg’s crumbling chaos and asks the real question: where’s all the money going? Plus, Dr Hanan…

12 May 5AM 52 min

JT Foxx: From Rodeo Drive to Rosebank

09.05.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff is joined by international wealth coach JT Foxx for a candid conversation that bridges continents. JT shares his American perspective on what it’s like walking through South African malls, dives into his ever-growing list of high-profile connections, and unpacks why Donald Trump—love him or…

9 May 4AM 57 min

Holy Smokes & Plotical Firewalls

09.05.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski weigh in on the election of the new Pope and why preserving tradition still holds value in a fast-changing world. They also unpack the controversy around Julius Malema being denied entry into the UK, and what it says about South Africa's…

9 May 4AM 58 min

Power Moves & Pretty Boys: Disrupting the Norms

7.05.25 Pt 2 - Gareth and Kyle Worde unpack why Donald Trump might just be the ultimate case study in brand disruption — love him or hate him, the man changed the game. They also dig into the surprising story behind the most famous photo ever taken and what it…

7 May 4AM 50 min

Status, Shelter & Snacks: What Really Counts?

7.05.25 Pt 1 - Gareth is joined by Kyle Worde for a deep dive into the strange ways we measure ourselves against others — from status symbols to social media scorecards — and how that comparison becomes its own kind of currency. They also tackle a tough but eye-opening topic:…

7 May 4AM 1 hr 09 min

Africa, Allies, and Agendas

05.05.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff is joined by Colonel Chris Wyatt for a deep dive into the shifting state of affairs across the African continent. From rising tariffs and erratic policies to questions around whether the SANDF has been betrayed, the conversation pulls no punches. Chris also unpacks the…

5 May 3AM 1 hour

Regulating voices to avoid truths

05.05.25 Pt 1 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann Mol dive into the growing debate around regulating podcasts following a new statement from Parliament — and why such control could harm independent media. They also spotlight a surprising and troubling fact: not all South African schools offer mathematics. Later, Dr Hanan joins…

5 May 3AM 39 min

Down in the mines

02.05.25 Pt 2 - Gareth and Ben dig deep — literally — as they break down the types of people who truly belong “down in the mines” (if you know, you know). They also swipe through the chaos of modern dating: can you actually meet your forever person on an…

2 May 4AM 1 hr 04 min

Ape Expectations: 100 Men Walk Into a Fight

02.05.25 Pt 1 - Gareth and Ben Karpinski dive headfirst into the internet’s most unhinged debate — who would win in a fight: 100 men or 1 gorilla? (Spoiler: things get heated.) They also unpack the curse of popularity and why being the most liked person might actually suck. Plus,…

2 May 4AM 55 min

Roasts, Retro TV & Robo-Shopping

30.04.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Tumi Morake take a hilarious trip down memory lane as they revisit the most iconic (and sometimes ridiculous) TV shows from their childhood—think Friends and an African Spiderman you’ve definitely never seen before. They unpack what’s coming up in the much-anticipated Roast of…

30 Apr 4AM 44 min

Every Village Has an Idiot

30.04.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Tumi Morake aren’t here to whisper—they’re here to call out the idiots. In this episode, the duo dives into the uncomfortable yet necessary conversations we all try to avoid: holding people accountable when they deserve to lose their tongues. Tumi gets thrown off…

30 Apr 4AM 1 hr 01 min

The DM Playbook

25.04.25 Pt 2 - Gareth, Ben, and Simphiwe dive into the do’s and don’ts of sliding into DMs — is there actually a right way to shoot your shot? Ben shares the hilarious story of a relentless old man at his gym who clearly lives by the motto: “You miss…

25 Apr 3AM 1 hour

Of VATs and Vibes

25.04.25 Pt 1 - Gareth, Ben, and Simphiwe unpack the whirlwind around the recent VAT retraction — was it a smart move or just political damage control? Then, in the ever-bizarre world of celebrity drama, could Diddy actually be Ye’s long-lost cousin? We try to make sense of Kanye’s latest…

25 Apr 3AM 53 min

The Goliath Guide to Gratitude & Change Your Mind or Lose It

23.04.25 - Gareth is joined by the dynamic duo Jason and Nicholas Goliath. The guys break down The Goliath Happiness Index— a fresh, funny, and thought-provoking take on how South Africans can find gratitude amidst the chaos. From laughter to life lessons, the conversation takes a cosmic turn as the…

23 Apr 3AM 2 hr 04 min

Zembrin: Ancient Wisdom, Modern Focus

16.04.2025 Pt 2 Gareth Cliff is joined by Dr. Ralph Tettey-Amlalo, Managing Director of HG&H Pharmaceuticals, for a fascinating deep dive into Zembrin — a cognitive enhancer rooted in traditional San medicine. They explore how this natural focus hack is making waves in the wellness space, its benefits for anxiety,…

16 Apr 3AM 41 min

Consent Before Coffins

16.04.2025 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff is joined by comedian Costa Carastavrakis. From the shady world of crisis management experts to the puppet strings pulling celebrity culture, nothing is off-limits. They also tackle a provocative question: Should we have to give consent before we die? Plus, Gareth takes us on…

16 Apr 3AM 1 hr 21 min

Taxed, Traded & BRICS’d

14.04.25 Pt 2 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann sit down with economist Chris Hart for a deep dive into the financial headlines shaping your world. What does the recent VAT increase really mean for everyday South Africans? Could the ongoing trade tension between the US and China spill over into our…

14 Apr 3AM 1 hr 04 min