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
184 – 204

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

The unView 28.05.15

Alan and Somizi are at it again. Somizi tells us of the new afternoon talk show which is hosted by Bonang Matheba. We hear from Garth Taylor about his move to Johannesburg. Then the Magic Mike boys pop by and show us what they are made of, literally! Somizi nearly…
28 May 2015 55 min

The unView 21.05.15

What did Somizi do when he discovered he was being cheated on, not once but twice! They have a chat with singer, songwriter Donald about Africa Day celebrations and whether the rumour about him and singer Bucie are true. We also hear from Ian Carstens about the launch of Magic…
21 May 2015 56 min

The unView 14.05.15

Alan and Somizi discuss travel, glamour and hot politicians. Somizi tells us about his Idols week at Sun City and how he would totally do DA leader Mmusi Maimane, however he wouldn't vote for him. Meanwhile, jetsetter Alan tells of his trip to London. We also speak with Pnina Fenster…
14 May 2015 57 min

The unView 07.05.15

With Somizi away at Sun City for Idols SA Season 11, Alan Ford is alone in the hot seat today ensuring that we all remain young, thin and above all else, fabulous. He talks to South African model Lee Ann Liebenberg and has Llyod Cele on the line telling us…
7 May 2015 54 min

The unView 30.04.15

Somizi goes solo today, be afraid, be very afraid! He speaks to celebrity friends Loyiso Gola, who's working on a sitcom with people around the world, former Big Brother housemate Mandla, about his new show and Bujy and his beef with Mika Stefano.
30 Apr 2015 57 min

The unView 23.04.15

We are joined by PR guru Thulane "Toolz" Hadebe and together we analyze the SAMAs and the controversy at the after parties, plus we speak to Prof. Tim Noakes about his popular and controversial banting diet.
23 Apr 2015 58 min

The unView 16.04.15

Alan Ford hosts the unView today as co-host Somizi is choreographing a top show out of town. Special guests include Sharleen Surtie Richards - winner of the Life Time Achievement Naledi Award, Comedian David Kau, Ross from Prime Circle on the SAMA Awards.
16 Apr 2015 53 min

The unView Part 2 09.04.15

Somizi and the Queen B, Bonang Matheba went on a roadtrip recently. Alan calls her to find out what went down, who they went with and all the usual scandals on road trips. Then we speak to Kelly Khumalo about her whereabouts and who she's doing now.
9 Apr 2015 55 min

The unView 09.04.15

Is Somizi black, gay and circumcised? We find out this and a lot more than we bargained for, as Allen, Somizi and Duncan delve on this topic.
9 Apr 2015 52 min

The unView 02.04.15

After a raucous weekend spent together at Sun City, Alan has some very important questions to ask Somizi regarding his behaviour. Then with Lorraine away, the boys are joined by the Queen of Dainfern - Puleng Mash Spies. They discuss the Miss SA 2015 pageant with Tatum Keshwar, as well…
2 Apr 2015 59 min

The unView 26.03.15

We focus on Miss South Africa and The Royalty Soapie Awards - Added to that lots of fun and interesting talk.
26 Mar 2015 58 min

The unView 19.03.15

From the sublime to the ridiculous - The unView team explores the topic of Head Transplants, Somizi Naked Dating and more. On the social scene they feature Pieter-Dirk Uys's theatre show, Miss SA Claudia Henkel's wedding and The SAFTAS 2015.
19 Mar 2015 57 min
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