Spotlight

Spotlight with Alan Ford is a weekly podcast that focuses on all forms of entertainment in Southern Africa. Weekly we look at the latest in theatre with the best actors and musicians. The show also focuses on gastronomical food experiences, festivals, glamour, fashion and luxurious travel. Spotlight enhances your weekly entertainment lifestyle... live every Tuesday morning at 9am on CliffCentral.
Weekly English South Africa Performing Arts · Society & Culture
206 Episodes
172 – 192

The unView 29.10.15

Somizi Mhlongo and Alan Ford chat about Gay Pride 2015, they also ask if black people do Halloween? Alan unveils the best food place in SA. Somizi has finally found "the one", he explains more. Lastly, what are their plans for December and what's the latest on #FeesMustFall?
29 Oct 2015 47 min

The unView 15.10.15

Somizi Mhlongo and Alan Ford give their views on the M1 highway bridge collapse near Grayston Drive. If you could have dinner with anyone - dead or alive - who would you want it to be? Find out who Alan and Somizi choose. Kim Fieinberg, founder of The Tomorrow Trust,…
15 Oct 2015 53 min

The unView 01.10.15

Somizi Mhlongo and Alan Ford speak to Maps Maponyane about the drama surrounding the dropping of 'Tell Me Sweet Something' in cinemas. They also catch up with Edith Venter about Pink Polo and Thapelo Mokoena drops by for a chat about the new season of 'She's The One'.
1 Oct 2015 54 min

The unView 24.09.15

Somizi runs solo today, he gets up to his usual antics, this includes giving you sound relationship advice, talking about the who's who of the entertainment world and also telling you things you don't want to hear, but perhaps need to.
24 Sep 2015 47 min

The unView 17.09.15

Somizi Mhlongo and Alan Ford chat with Mi Casa's multi-talented J'Something about his new album. Theatre actor Jonathan Roxmouth talks about his latest musical and why it is a must see. Somizi also addresses the controversy surrounding his close friend and confidant Bonang Matheba, with regards to the accusations that…
17 Sep 2015 53 min

The unView 10.09.15

"Boundaries" is a word that does not appear in the official dictionary of Alan and Somizi. Outspoken poet and influencer Ntsiki Mazwai joins the gents, she knows a thing or two about saying what others are thinking. From weddings, to festivals and even some singing, Alan and Somzi never disappoint…
10 Sep 2015 55 min

The unView 03.09.15

Winner of SABC 3's 'She's The One', Linda Sifumba joins Alan and Somizi to talk about her journey and what she plans to do now that she has taken the crown. They are also joined by Edgars Marketing Manager and co-creator of 'She's The One', Alisha Ramasar.
3 Sep 2015 49 min

The unView 27.08.15

Alan Ford broadcasts from the launch of the SHOUT 3 campaign. His partner in crime, Somizi Mhlongo is missing, perhaps a good thing considering all of the good looking people about. Alan talks about the importance of this campaign, and chats to several people involved and present, from MC Gareth…
27 Aug 2015 50 min

The unView 20.08.15

Somizi has a new sugar daddy, and he doesn't even have to give it up to get anything, Alan hears all about it. Former beauty queen and TV personality Gerry Elsdon, the hilarious John Vlismas and former Top 10 Idols SA contestant, Monde Msutwanachat join the boys for a chat.
20 Aug 2015 54 min

The unView 13.08.15

Somizi has the flu, Alan joins via Skype, but Somzi says he sounds like he is in the toilet. Somizi clears up the rumours that he became a millionaire because of Idols, he wants everyone to know that he made that money all on his own. Somizi then gives a…
13 Aug 2015 49 min

The unView 06.08.15

Alan and Somizi go to areas where no mind should travel, with the latest celebrity news, to Somizi's new hairstyle and love life. Their special in-studio guest is businesswoman and relationship expert, Edith Venter. After several marriages, public scandals and living in the public eye, Edith definitely has some interesting…
6 Aug 2015 55 min

The unView 30.07.15

Alan has a chat with Loyiso about his spirituality. Somizi puts the Sushi King, Kenny Kunene on the spot about his "kiss and tell" antics. Then Japanese born South African dancer, actress and model, Lalla Hirayama pops by to talk about her latest plans and whether or not she is…
30 Jul 2015 53 min

The unView 23.07.15.mp3

Somizi runs solo because Alan is organising a launch in Cape Town. Looking at his recent role as a judge on Idols SA, Somizi asks whether Idols is responsible for the winner's career post show, or does the winner need to push harder on their side? He also talks about…
23 Jul 2015 51 min

The unView 16.07.15

Alan is away in Cape Town dealing with his new show 'Verander Dinge', he joins Somizi on the line to catch up. Meanwhile, Somizi is really excited about the breaking news regarding Boity and Cassper Nyovest reportedly getting engaged or something to that effect. He also chats to Cameron Modisane,…
16 Jul 2015 47 min

The unView 09.07.15

Somizi gives us the lowdown on the Durban July. He reveals who his date was, who was wearing what, as well as all the other shenanigans that took place behind-the-scenes. While he was partying up a storm, Alan went to a doggie hotel which is next to a skwatta camp…
9 Jul 2015 56 min

The unView 02.07.15

Somizi is on a road trip alone, to the Durban July. He tells us what car he's driving, his plans for this weekend and why he left Duncan and Alan behind. Alan is in studio looking at all the buzz around the Durban July as he chats to editor of…
2 Jul 2015 58 min

The unView 25.06.15

'Disney on Ice' is in town! Alan is back! We hear about the latest project he's working on. Then the new face of Neutrogena, Nomzamo Mbatha pops in to tell us about her new venture and whether the rumours of her and SA's Sexiest Man, Maps Maponyane are true.
25 Jun 2015 53 min

The unView 18.06.15

How long is Duncan's penis and would he hookup with Somizi? We find out. Somizi chats to actress and now producer Lillian Dube, who is beaming about being over 40, surviving cancer and her wedding plans. Somizi also talks to soccer player and businessman, Simphiwe Tshabalala, about the upcoming Durban…
18 Jun 2015 48 min

The unView 11.06.15

Somizi is having a heated threesome with two of South Africa's sexiest and most stylish men, namely Maps Maponyane and musician Donald.
11 Jun 2015 56 min

The unView 04.06.15

Alan is in Cape Town and tells us what he's up to. Somizi talks 'Strictly Come Dancing' with musician Siyabonga Slikour Metane. Rapper Cassper Nyovest tells of his plan to make history by filling the Dome, which accommodates up to 20 000 people. Cassper also reveals which people he would…
4 Jun 2015 50 min
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