The Gareth Cliff Show

Loadshedding Burnout

15.09.22 Pt 1 - Loadshedding strikes again - leaving Gareth in a horrible mood. Phumi convinces him that a good reset is all one needs to get back on track if you feel like you’re burning out. The royal formalities going on in the UK create some questions… like where…

15 Sep 2022 12AM 45 min

Bamboozling

14.09.22 Pt 2 - Should paedophiles rather be called ‘minor-attracted persons’? The team delves into normalising and evolving terms that already exist. Melinda Ferguson is a bestselling author, and she joins the show to talk about her latest book, and how she is best friends with chaos.

14 Sep 2022 1AM 55 min

That 24-hour Life

14.09.22 Pt 1 - Comedian Mark Mdluli joins the show and tells us about an upcoming comedy festival that he’s putting on. What 24-hour shop or service would you like… and would you buy a wedding dress online?

14 Sep 2022 12AM 57 min

Tattoo Addicts

13.09.22 Pt 2 - What’s the best way to celebrate your birthday if it’s during the week? Ryan shares his love for tattoos, and how he just might gift himself a new one. Blind History is back! We start season 7 with an episode about Captain James Cook.

13 Sep 2022 1AM 48 min

What do Dogs Dream about?

13.09.22 Pt 1 - Seems like pet behaviour experts now know what dogs actually dream about… or do they? Gareth and Ryan talk about the Queen’s death, igniting debate over Africa’s colonial past. Jaco Voigt from Catalytic then joins the show to talk about email security.

13 Sep 2022 12AM 59 min

Reverse Catfishing

12.09.22 Pt 2 - Find out why people are ‘reverse catfishing’ on dating apps. Ray J comes clean that his sex tape with Kim was all orchestrated by Kris Jenner. T.J. Strydom is a business author and journalist - he joins the show to talk about his new book, ‘Koos…

12 Sep 2022 1AM 59 min

Banned from OnlyFans!

12.09.22 Pt 1 - Why are South African musicians going broke after their fame is over? Mash opened an OnlyFans and got banned a few hours later! And Dr Hanan Bushkin gives a listener advice on the importance of having a dating vetting process.

12 Sep 2022 12AM 54 min

Heralding Trio

09.09.22 PT 2 - Gord Laws gives us a life update after his tour of the UK and Europe. He is fascinated by the job of a herald, and picks Gareth’s brain about the roles of the monarchy. Ben is curious about statue makers… and George Mienie is in the…

9 Sep 2022 1AM 1 hour

The End of an Era

09.09.22 Pt 1 - Gareth reflects on the implications of the loss of her majesty, the Queen. Ben joins the show to chat about his latest endeavours down under, and whether a move to Australia is up for discussion.

9 Sep 2022 12AM 57 min

Chasing rabbits

08.09.22 Pt 2 - Ernst Roets and Leeto Nthoba join The Burning Platform to discuss the outcome of the hate speech case regarding the song, ‘Kill the Boer’. Are we as a country taking on cases that we cannot afford in this economic climate? And what does the future hold…

8 Sep 2022 1AM 1 hour

Presidential Red Ribbons

08.09.22 Pt 1 - The comment section dives straight into the headlines this morning, exposing the president cutting red ribbons for filling potholes. What would you steal if you were given the opportunity to rob any store? And has there ever been a better event launch than the Windows ‘95…

8 Sep 2022 12AM 57 min

Profoundly Cringe

07.09.22 Pt 2 - Candice and Ryan do a deep dive into Meghan Markle’s new podcast, which is a hot topic right now… but Gareth wants no part of it! Has the term ‘young professional’ evolved, or should we exclude other professions from the category? Maanda Tshifularo - the host…

7 Sep 2022 1AM 53 min

Audio Antidepressant

07.09.22 Pt. 1 - The show starts with a discussion about mental health, after Ryan mentions that Justin Bieber has cancelled his world tour. Are you the admin of a WhatsApp group? You may want to retract your status! What are your December plans, and should you be planning this…

7 Sep 2022 12AM 1 hr 01 min

Karens get things done!

06.09.22 Pt 2 - Lebang found herself in full-on ‘Karen mode’ at her bank yesterday, Gareth talks about a R20k tip given to a waitron in Cape Town, and we are joined by Prof. Corne Davis from the University of Johannesburg to talk about how GBV affects women in the…

6 Sep 2022 1AM 1 hour

The Koi Killer

06.09.22 Pt 1 - Lebang has breaking news - ALL the fish in her koi pond died! Gareth does a deep dive into the new WhatsApp line, which reveals an interesting word. And JJ Cornish gives us the latest news from around the continent.

6 Sep 2022 12AM 1 hour

The Toxic Side of Social Media

05.09.22 Pt 2 - Would you want a random social media star flirting with your significant other? Another TikTokker is in the spotlight for exposing some men trying to cheat on their partners. Leigh-Ann voices her strong feelings against this kind of behaviour!

5 Sep 2022 1AM 54 min

Balenciaga Flip Flops

05.09.22 Pt 1 - Mash is astounded by the ‘glamour’ the SAFTAs had to offer over the weekend. What is the correct webcam etiquette when attending online meetings? Dr Hanan Bushkin joins the team, with Sarah discussing dealing with people who have narcissistic behaviour.

5 Sep 2022 12AM 57 min

Nostalgia is in the Air

02.09.22 Pt 2 - Sam Cowen is our special guest and nostalgia is in the air! Gareth and Sam talk about the wonderful day they shared together yesterday with mutual friend and radio legend, Jeremy Mansfield. Many incredible memories and messages pour in from the audience. The team also get…

2 Sep 2022 1AM 56 min

Quit Twitter, Be Happy

02.09.22 Pt 1 - Gareth plays jump rope with ‘no politics Friday’, as he kicks off the show with a few voice notes sent in by some listeners on our brand new WhatsApp line! Leigh-Ann joins the show and discusses her troubles remembering her passwords, before Gareth goes off about…

2 Sep 2022 12AM 1 hr 01 min

Corruption Chronicles

01.09.22 Pt 2 - Is everything that is wrong with the country the fault of the ANC? Political analyst and columnist, Mpumelelo Mkhabela, talks about his new book ‘The Enemy Within’, which explores the corruption within the ANC, leadership struggles, political insurance and more. Kanthan Pillay and ANC Johannesburg Regional…

1 Sep 2022 1AM 59 min