The Gareth Cliff Show

Mind over muscle

Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski sit down with Sports Conditioning Specialist John Meintjes to unpack the power of fitness and the crucial role mental resilience plays in living a healthy life. From practical workout tips to staying positive in tough times

14 Mar 4AM 51 min

VAt Hikes and motorbikes

14.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski dive into Budget 2025, breaking down the impact of a VAT hike on your wallet. They also tackle the age-old question: how do fat people become fat people? Plus, Gareth can’t stop raving about a German Netflix series

14 Mar 4AM 1 hr 03 min

Money Matters

12.03.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff sits down with futurist and economist Bronwyn Williams to break down what to expect from the upcoming budget speech, the latest fintech trends shaping South Africa, and why the government simply can’t afford to cut back on expenses

12 Mar 2AM 57 min

Conflict & Making a Difference

12.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff as he sits down with entrepreneur and media personality Shurldrae Rosen to discuss his impactful work with Bubele Africa. They also dive into how weak people handle moments of conflict. Plus, Tracey van den Berg from Tourist Travel Services joins the conversation to share…

12 Mar 2AM 59 min

Psych Wards and Solar Scandals

10.03.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol dive into a wild news story straight out of a South African psychiatric ward and unpack the latest on the Nigerian rapper who wrecked his McLaren in Sea Point. Plus, Peter Shackleford, CEO of Solar Shack, joins the conversation to call…

10 Mar 3AM 54 min

Crumbling Cities and Climbing Royals

10.03.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff shares his unfiltered thoughts on Cyril Ramaphosa’s response to the crumbling Joburg CBD, while Leigh-Ann Mol battles an ant invasion of epic proportions. Plus, we unpack Meghan Markle’s calculated climb into one of the most powerful families in the world—and how she continues to…

10 Mar 3AM 1 hour

OnlyFeet anyone?

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…

7 Mar 2AM 1 hour

Dissect the unmistakable

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…

7 Mar 2AM 52 min

Spaza Shops, Politics & the Man Behind the Mayor

5.3.25 Pt 2 - Gareth sits down with former Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink to explore the impact of spaza shops on South African families and the economy. Taking a lighter turn, Gareth also dives into the unexpected “fun” side of being a mayor and a member of parliament—plus some personal…

5 Mar 5AM 45 min

The calm before the stormwater

5.3.25 Pt 1 - Gareth sits down with former Tshwane Mayor Cilliers Brink for a hard-hitting conversation about the state of South Africa’s metros—particularly the capital city, Pretoria. They unpack the challenges of crumbling infrastructure, how neglected stormwater drains are impacting the economy, and the political turbulence following a vote…

5 Mar 5AM 1 hour

Supercars, Conspiracies & Walking Through Fire

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,…

3 Mar 2AM 41 min

Idiocracy & the Great South African U-Turn

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…

3 Mar 1AM 1 hr 05 min

Road Rage and Fragrance Games

28.02.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Simphiwe Mthethwa break down the most annoying cars on the road—complete with a passionate mini-rant from Simphiwe. Plus, they dive into the world of scentology and the power of fragrance. Then, Johan Ungererfrom The Next Opulent Model South Africa delivers his verdict: Does…

28 Feb 4AM 51 min

Elon’s Ego

28.02.25 pt 1 - Gareth Cliff, Ben Karpinski, and Simphiwe Mthethwa dive into the ultimate worst-case scenario on a plane—what if your seatmate is dead? Plus, Gareth gifts Ben a sauna hat (for him and all his friends, of course), and the crew debates whether Elon Musk is just a…

28 Feb 4AM 56 min

AI Presidents

26.02.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Justin Strydom sit down with tech genius Alan Levy, who is leading the charge in creating the world’s first AI President. They dive into the evolution of AI over the past two years and its growing importance in our daily lives. Plus, Gareth…

26 Feb 2AM 52 min

Aliens, Acting and Tourist Traps

26.02.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff sits down with actor, producer, and writer Justin Strydom for an in-depth chat about the biggest challenges facing actors in South Africa, behind-the-scenes secrets from District 9, and the reality of the local film industry. Plus, Janine Abrahams joins the conversation to shed light…

26 Feb 2AM 1 hour

25 Years of Smiles

24.02.25 Pt 2 - Should South African schools introduce Grade 13? Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol weigh in on the debate. Plus, a hilarious take on why Paul McCartney might just be everyone’s favorite grandmother, and Tarri Parfitt, CEO of The Smile Foundation, joins the show to celebrate 25 years…

24 Feb 2AM 53 min

Shedding of the load

24.02.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol tackle the harsh reality of load shedding’s return and the everyday lies South Africans are fed. Plus, expert advice on staying safe in an Uber, and Dr. Hanan helps us break free from the trap of romanticizing the past.

24 Feb 2AM 59 min

Flipping France

21.02.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski take a hilarious deep dive into the world’s most useless utensils—yes, including a fork on a chain. They also uncover the bizarre reason why Steven Spielberg kept extra children on the Jurassic Park set. Plus, former Springbok Flip van…

21 Feb 2AM 1 hour

100 Lovers and 1 Baby

21.02.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff, Simphiwe Mthethwa, and Ben Karpinski catch up with the life of Lily Phillips, who’s now pregnant after her wild experiment of sleeping with over 100 guys. They also dive into the ANC’s bizarre, staggered launch of Starlink South Africa—what’s the holdup? And finally, Elon…

21 Feb 2AM 57 min