Gareth's Guests
Straight up interviews from The Gareth Cliff Show on CliffCentral.com - without any interruptions.
Ralph Mathekga
A leading political analyst, and someone who always focuses on the truth rather than distorting it, Ralph Mathekga is a fresh political voice on the rise. His latest book, 'When Zuma Goes' showcases this, and gives a deeper insight into the future of South Africa, and the factors at play.
Allen Ambor
Back in 1967, Allen Ambor opened the first ever Spur Steak Ranch. A maverick back then, a maverick still to this day, his businesses employ more than 15,000 people, but he still finds time to teach yoga at his local gym. He is a man who has truly walked the…
Kyle Deutshmann
After getting a taste for the spotlight in season 10 of Idols, Kyle Deutschmann has become a big time recording artist. Whether it is with solo projects, or with high-profile collaborations, his career is on the up and up. All while still being a doctor of chiropractics.
Danny K and Kabelo
Two young South Africans who've gone from musicians to mavericks in the entertainment world, Danny K and Kabelo are not your average celebrities. They have put their weight behind worthwhile initiatives, as well as embracing other adulthood challenges like fatherhood and additional business ventures.
Colin Coleman
Colin Coleman, the MD of Goldman-Sachs, recently travelled to New York with Pravin Gordhan to present South Africa and its investment potential. There is a lot to still be positive about economically, and nobody has a better understanding of this than Colin.
Richard Calland
With the feeling that South Africa continues to balance on a knife edge politically, Gareth's interview with political analyst Richard Calland could not be more appropriate. Author, columnist and a founder member of the Council of the Advancement of the South African Constitution, Calland is at the forefront of what…
K2
K2 is back as our guest and a whole lot has happened since he first appeared on the show. South Africa's favourite couple to come out of the Big Brother show, K2 and Blu, have broken up. Find out how K2 is coping personally. He's also just released his EP…
Muhammed Choonara
The media is showcasing a certain element of the #FeesMustFall right now, so for a fresh look Muhammed Choonara talks to Gareth about everything that is happening right now, and if there is a way forward. A lively debate, on a very hot topic right now.
Danielle Alcock
Sixteen-year-old Danielle Alcock would lie as a baby in her cot and hum to herself when she couldn’t fall asleep. Since then she has taken music lessons and blossomed into a talented singer/songwriter. She chats to Gareth and gives us a performance.
Binx
Imagine you're enjoying a night out at rapper Jay Z's 'The 40/40' in New York City and suddenly the song you recorded comes blaring through the speakers. That's exactly what happened to South African pop musician Binx. She tells us how she got settled as a recording artist in the…
Seneliso Dladla & Thierry Cassuto
Seneliso Dladla aka Sne Dladla, joins the team for a chat. He is but a toddler in the comedy scene having started just 3 years ago but he's already got his own show on Comedy Central, called CCN News. He's also been responsible for the voices of DJ Fresh and…
Valentine Mabaso
Valentine Mabaso shares her story about how a strange incurable skin disorder has affected her life, but how she's not letting it limit her.
Riaz Moola
South Africans are traditionally very innovative people on the world stage, and Riaz Moola is a guy continuing this legacy. Founder and director at Hyperion Development, he cut his tech teeth at Google and is on his way to becoming a global computer science icon.
Thomas Gumede & Lungile Radu
Thomas Gumede and Lungile Radu are two of the most influential players in the South African entertainment industry, having worked in reality television, movies and stand up comedy. Gareth finds out what they’re up to these days.
Vicki Myburgh
Vicki Myburgh is with the PWC and joins Gareth this morning to talk about the Showbiz, Entertainment and Arts Conference.
Quinton Van der Berg
Quinton Van der Berg joins the team as today's guest. He is currently producing a show called The Last Fighter Standing, he’s also the brains behind the Cape Town based reality TV show Cliffton Shores. He’s had his hand in a variety of projects ranging from telecoms to mining. Find…
Kulture
Kulture, one of the security guard working at CliffCentral is an aspirant rapper. His life story is compelling, but his passion for making music has seen him through some tumultuous times.
Stilo Magolide
Rapper and fashion icon Stilo Magolide comes into studio to talk about his fabulous life. He started rapping as a child, but only recently took that talent seriously. He has some stories of celebrity performers that he has styled and created unique looks for and has some new tracks to…
Vusi Nova
Singer Vusi Nova is the special guest today with quite the story to tell. He and Gareth kickback for an hour and play some of his tracks, clear up some hurtful misconceptions, uncover a previous life of addiction, and how his career is certainly on the up and up right…
Luke Alfred
Journalist and well-known author Luke Alfred has a special kind of love for South Africa. In his book entitled 'Early One Sunday Morning I Decided to Step Out and Find South Africa', he talks about walking the streets of the country and the many interesting things that he found about…