Gareth's Guests
Straight up interviews from The Gareth Cliff Show on CliffCentral.com - without any interruptions.
Adam McCarthy
Every country has its own issues and challenges. Australia and South Africa have often shared many of these, and there is no better person to highlight this than Adam McCarthy, Australia's High Commissioner to South Africa. From rugby to multicultural societies, he and Gareth cover the lot.
Simcelile Rubela
Simcelile Rubela is a tremendous storyteller, and someone who is bringing rural life in the country to the fore. From life in Apartheid times, to tribal tensions and issues that continue to affect South Africa's communities, he brings us all a little closer to what we may never see or…
Damien & Waldek Wasowicz
Damien and Waldek Wasowicz are no ordinary brothers. Keen cyclists, Damien was on death's door after a tragic accident involving a head-on collision with a car. Damien didn't just fight his way back to life, he is now getting back on the bike, and with the support of his brother…
Duane Dell'Oca
Duane Dell'Oca is probably the most famous sports commentator in all of Africa. He has been the man behind the microphone of many incredibly important football matches, and he is now off to the Rio Olympics to call the action. Gareth catches up with him on what his international career…
Siya Masuku
South Africa is a melting pot of cultures and heritages, with a wide variety of languages representing them all. Siya Masuka is an author and illustrator with a passion for graphic novels, and is using his talents to help people learn and enjoy isiZulu.
Tom Creamer
The subject of insurance is something that comes more and more into our lives as we get older. Tom Creamer is just the man to talk with on the subject. As CEO of Telesure Investment Holdings, he shares some interesting stories with Gareth about the industry, from the good all…
Stuart Reece
Stuart Reece is a talented young musician working his way into the spotlight. Find out who thought he had 'nothing' on Idols, and if writing songs for girls is a good idea. His influences are John Mayer and Jack Johnson among others... see how it comes through in his songs.
Sello Hatang
Mandela Day is about people uniting around doing good things. It's the one day of the year where everyone can truly make a difference, and as CEO of the Nelson Mandela Foundation, Sello Hatang gives you all the info you need on this. He also talks about a new book…
Chris Werge
There are countless individuals looking to make it in the music industry, but in the case of Chris Werge, here's a young guy who is following his dream in a unique way. From opening for James Blunt, appearing on The Voice, and working through an emotional place with his music,…
AB Moosa
The ability to tell great stories is what CliffCentral is all about, so Gareth was extra excited about today's guest. AB Moosa is a man whose family has a 75-year history in local cinema, from having cinemas 'claimed' by the Apartheid government, bringing Ghandi to South Africa, and an exciting…
Marco Broccardo
Marco's story is one that really shouldn't have been told. Thankfully though it was and is captured in his new book Rocks: One Man's Climb from Drugs to Dreams. Discover how he flirted with death on several occasions as drugs and addiction gripped his life, and how he was able…
David Higgs
Pioneers in their fields always have two things in common - a passion for what they are doing, and a work ethic second to none. This is David Higgs in a nutshell... a South African chef whose CV is nothing short of incredible, from starting off by manning a carvery…
Movement X - Teena Halamandaris
We have all been to the gym before, and we have all stopped going to the gym before. Motivation is a massive thing when it comes to getting into and staying in shape, and with Movement X innovative and invigorating workout routines, they could just be the solution for you…
Rachel Hogan
Gareth often says we are all monkeys, and now he has the perfect guest to discuss this with. Rachel Hogan is the director of Ape Action Africa, a primate rescue and rehabilitation orphanage in Cameroon. Animal conversation is always a hot topic, and Rachel really illustrates how it is something…
Petra Laranjo
Petra Laranjo is a published author, accomplished speaker and someone with an extensive background in the fashion and modelling industry. She is now channeling her expertise and passions towards animals in SA, which is adding another unique chapter to her life.
Dr D
Everyone has an opinion on the Oscar murder case, and Dr D sheds some light onto how people have built up such strong views. Her clinical perspective could change your big picture views on the whole drama. The dangers of assumption and perception have come to the fore throughout this…
Ronnie Apteker
Back in the early 1990s, Ronnie saw the potential of the internet and ran with it. Since then he has been heavily involved in using innovation and hard work to affect change in South Africa, with interests ranging from technology to film production, Ronnie is a master storyteller and someone…
K.F Malindi Jnr & Kamu Phiri
K.F Malindi Jnr and Kamu Phiri are the men behind CliffCentral's newest show, Zim Conversations. Zimbabwe is in the headlines right now for all the wrong reasons sadly. With the country becoming more and more destitute under Mugabe's rule, the remaining citizens have had enough, and the guys have a…
Nozipho Mbanjwa
Founder and Managing Director of Akwande Communications, Nozipho is not just a business savvy South African involved in the public and private sector, she also fronts up as an anchor on CNBC Africa. From humble beginnings, her career path has taken many an interesting turn, and been influenced by a…
Katie Hart
Katie Hart is a fashion, beauty and lifestyle blogger, and someone who is very much behind the Sympathy SleepOut taking place this month. Gareth talks to her about her life in media, why the Sympathy SleepOut is something that appeals to her, and why we should get involved.