A live podcast show, that’s like a morning radio show, just much better. Live from 6h00-8h00 Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Clever, funny, outrageous and sometimes very silly. Come for the guests, stay for the laughter. Also check out our other shows on The Real Network for more entertainment.
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After a decade run as South Africa’s first and longest-running online current affairs show, The Burning Platform, launched alongside CliffCentral.com in 2014 with Gareth Cliff and Justice Malala, is levelling up – Level Up with Phumi Mashigo. Phumi a founder host of CliffCentral and current Burning Platform co-anchor, will continue to bring insightful perspectives and questioning with thought leaders, politicians and social commentators on the critical issues that affect our lives. Podcasts ...
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All other podcasts from cliffcentral.com, including shows with special guest presenters.
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#WeddingCentral is Africa’s first dedicated online Wedding Show, hosted by Khali de Villiers and Ntombi Nhlapo.
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A collection of branded interviews on The Real Network.
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Straight up interviews from The Gareth Cliff Show on CliffCentral.com - without any interruptions.
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A series of financial tips for different life stages. Experts help us find answers to pressing financial questions. Smart Money is brought to you by Discovery - getting your money right for your life.
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Helping ambitious entrepreneurs and high-potential young executives grow their businesses and fast-track their careers. Hosted by Gareth Armstrong and Hlubi Mboya Arnold.
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An hour-long conversation hosted by Siya Beyile with influential guests ranging from all professions. The conversations focus on the influence and progressive change the person is making in their respective field. Expect to hear from guests who inspire and motivate young people.
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Guncast is one of South Africa’s only podcasts about guns, gun ownership, and the complexities of gun law. Hosted by Martin Hood, the country’s foremost gun lawyer, this podcast series will inform and educate you about training, sports shooting, licensing, and all the other aspects of gun ownership. Bite the bullet, download the series!
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20something is hosted by two outspoken and witty young men… tackling the most topical of issues from a layman’s point of view. It's a show for those journeying through their 20s or happy to live in the '20s.
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Oneal takes us on a musical adventure, inviting the best African artists to join him with some live music and spontaneous performances.
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A hard-hitting, factual podcast that seeks to undermine modern narratives with the use of evidence, facts and statistics.
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Tumi brings her life experiences to the mic to provide you with an hour-long chat around some of the biggest topics affecting the modern day woman.
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Gareth Cliff is known for his well-articulated and strong opinions about politics and current affairs. Hear them in his own voice here.
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The Decrypto series, presented by Gareth Cliff and sponsored by Luno, delves into all aspects of cryptocurrency with the input of industry leaders, and professionals. Whether you’re just getting started with the world of cryptocurrencies, have no idea what mining is, or you’re already doing your own trading, Decrypto will demystify cryptocurrency for you.
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AnimalCentral is a show for animal lovers, all about the creatures we love. Ainsley Hay is a qualified veterinary nurse with over 12 years experience working with pretty much any kind of animal you can think of. She is passionate about wildlife and animal welfare. Ainsley is owned by two rescue pets, a French Bulldog called Gus and a cat called Nubbins.
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Special features from The Gareth Cliff Show.
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Domestic workers and cleaners occupy a unique position in a society. They are simultaneously the most ubiquitous and invisible among us. They are ever-present in our personal, professional and public spaces but often go largely undetected. These women have the potential to be the most powerful and astute social commentators as they hold a mirror to ourselves, to our children, and to our fellow citizens. Be a fly on the wall as we gain their unique perspectives on an interesting range of matt ...
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Having combed the country’s crime landscape of shootouts, murders, brutal killings, rape cases and suicides... Romy Titus had encountered it all as a hard news journalist. But nothing she had previously experienced compared to how her heart felt seeing innocent young infants and toddlers locked up for crimes they did not commit. Years later she started an NGO to assist these mothers to raise their children and ensure that while they are behind bars, they’re as happy and healthy as they can b ...
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Industry leader AutoTrader has joined forces with pioneering digital content hub CliffCentral to bring you The AutoTrader Podcast – an expert motoring infotainment show. Get behind the wheel with the team for all things motoring, from the more affordable to the most desirable cars, bikes, 4x4s and more.
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A Zimbabwean focused show that touches on all things Zimbabwean… from topical tunes, lifestyle, entertainment and everything that gives an inside view of the country. The show has perspectives from Zimbabweans across the globe. Gilmore Tee is an award-winning Entrepreneur, TV Host & Producer, Fashion Facilitator, PR Consultant, Podcaster and Global Citizen from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. He is one of the most opinionated Zimbabweans whose voice is heard on different platforms.
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Life can be hard: your partner cheats on you; you lose a family member; you can’t pay the bills. And it can be great: you just got married; you get that dream job; you get an opportunity to travel. Hosted by seasoned TV and radio personality, Penny Lebyane, 'Love and Life' is about sharing these experiences to ignite conversations while motivating and inspiring us all.
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The philosophy of football. Hosted by Eleph Gula-Ndebele, Theo Moyo, Durag Jesus and João Matthews. The show that's rebellious, anti-establishment, unapologetic, uncivilised, and unashamedly partisan - the way sports reporting should be. A football show from the perspective of the guy who matters the most - the fan. Bold and primitive, it still delivers high-quality, insightful analysis; hard-hitting commentary and in-depth reviews of matches, events and scores of the week gone by. None of t ...
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When the Spice Girls burst onto the scene talking girl power it felt like the whole world had suddenly woken up to the power of the feminine. But actually it had just been reignited by the power of youth. Fast Forward 20 years and Girl Power is all grown up. The multi-tasking, high flying, cooking, cleaning, boardroom smashing and yummy mummying new age woman is here. We’ve been taught that a Jack of all trades in master of none... well, on Womandla! we think they should have asked Jill cause ...
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A show about all things stand up comedy - both locally and internationally. It's about the business of stand up, the comedians, the shows and what's going on in the general sphere of stand up and the industries attached.
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Laughing Through the Chaos with Tumi Morake
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3:04:31Gareth and Leigh-Ann kick off Friday wondering how we’ve drifted from appreciating rare historical moments in a world obsessed with instant gratification — sparked by Gareth’s recent trip to the Free State. Ben drops in to share his new kombucha-brewing hobby, while Producer James catches strays and is “strongly encouraged” to consider a barista ca…
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The AI Reality Check - Are We Ready for 2026?
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1:15:28Artificial Intelligence (AI) is re-writing the rules. Are we ready? In this episode of Democracy Unplugged Timothy Maurice Webster leads a dynamic conversation with AI experts George Nichas, Callan Abrahams and Mushambi Mutuma on how AI is reshaping work, creativity, governance, and daily life. The Burning Platform…
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Fitness Myths, Low-Desire Living & Gilli Apter Unfiltered
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2:56:00Gareth, Mash, and Leigh-Ann kick off the morning with a dose of fitness motivation — and the truth about whether breakfast really is the “most important meal of the day” (spoiler: it’s not). Dr Hanan unpacks the psychology of semigration in a society running on low desire. And comedian Gilli Apter joins the show from South Africa to chat about her …
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Conviction or convenience - what drives Floyd Shivambu?
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1:04:19What does South Africa need now, according to Floyd Shivambu? And will he be the answer to our political problems? Phumi Mashigo unpacks the evolution behind the headlines with him - from the ANC Youth League to the EFF, a stint in MK, and now his role in shaping the Afrika Maibuye Movement. Is this reinvention or conviction in motion? Floyd speaks…
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Gareth, Leigh-Ann and Ben kick off Friday with a wild conversation about one of the most disturbing “sports” on the planet: Sniper Tourists. Dr Hanan jumps in as they unpack the pressures of modern life, and how they might spark the ultimate comeback story after the new Charlie Sheen documentary. Monwabisi Thethe and Siya Sangweni pop in to talk ar…
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Can Helen Zille Really Save Johannesburg?
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40:12Johannesburg is falling apart - power cuts, potholes, broken pipes, waste piling up, and corruption choking the city that once symbolised South Africa’s promise. But one of the country’s most formidable political figures says she can fix it. Phumi Mashigo sits down with Helen Zille, the former Mayor of Cape Town, Western Cape Premier, and now 2026 …
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Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol kick off their Friday with a deep dive into global headlines — starting with New York’s newly elected Mayor and what his policies could mean for renters. Ben joins the conversation to celebrate Siya Kolisi’s incredible 100th Springbok cap and the legacy he continues to build. Later, the team welcomes Sibusiso “Impi” K…
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Local Government – Down but not out
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1:18:32Local government is meant to be the heartbeat of democracy. But as cities crumble, services collapse, and trust erodes, South Africans are asking: can our municipalities still be saved? In this episode of Democracy Unplugged, host Phumi Mashigo leads an honest discussion with a panel of political leaders tackling the state of local governance ahead…
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Gareth Cliff kicks off your morning with a dose of wisdom — unpacking what your circle says about you, and why keeping it tight might just be the key to growth. Leigh-Ann and Ben join the conversation to explore the fascinating 3I/ATLAS project and the possibility of visitors from our solar system. Then, author and speaker Craig Wilkinson sits down…
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How to break the corruption chain, with Xavier Bapoo, Stefan Grobler and Mike Bolhuis
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1:06:55What does it really take to root out corruption in South Africa? Stand-in host Xavier Bapoo speaks to former South African Police Service (SAPS) Anti-Corruption Unit head Stefan Grobler and specialist investigator Mike Bolhuis about the deep-seated culture of corruption exposed by the Madlanga Commission. This conversation lays bare the forces erod…
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AI Addicts, Boozy Cities & a Comet with Friends?!
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2:58:05Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol kick off their Friday by tackling the rise of “prompt-stitutes” — people who lean a little too hard on AI. The team dives into a hilarious debate about which South African city holds the title for “drunkest,” with Joburg firmly in the spotlight. Later, Good Laws joins the conversation to unpack how AI is reshaping cre…
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What does South Africa’s G20 presidency mean for the country’s future? In this episode of LevelUp, Phumi speaks with Ercilia Mata Ubisse, Regional Head for the Aspen Network of Development Entrepreneurs (ANDE) and a member of the Startup20 Foundations & Alliances Taskforce, to unpack how small business, collaboration, and policy can reshape global …
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Testosterone Trouble & Political Tantrums
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2:55:4417.10.25 - Gareth and Leigh-Ann kick off the weekend with laughs (and a few groans) as Leigh-Ann details her never-ending health saga. The team dives into South Africans’ growing frustration with self-serving politicians, before Ben and Mash jump in to unpack whether modern society is running low on testosterone — and what that means for masculinit…
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Morals in Dirty Politics | With ATM's Vuyo Zungula
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51:01How does a values-based politics survive in a system built on power and pragmatism? And what drives a leader who still speaks of conviction in an age of calculation? In the noise of South Africa’s political landscape in flux, African Transformation Movement’s parliamentary leader Vuyo Zungula stands out for being both familiar and unexpected: a you…
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10.10.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff catches up with Producer Ryan, checking in on life in Ireland — from dodging rain to dodging TV licence inspectors. They unpack how the world currently sees South Africa amid its strange wave of turmoil, draw some surprising parallels between the two countries, and try to make sense of those wonderfully weird Irish name…
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10.10.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol kick off their Friday unpacking the phenomenon that is Taylor Swift’s fanbase — how did one artist build such unstoppable cultural power? The team then dives into the rise in corruption talk after a shocking SIU raid hits close to the President’s home. And Dr. Hanan joins in to explore why so many peop…
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Who’s Really Calling the Shots? With Mayihlome Tshwete, Sunday Times' Sabelo Skiti and News24's Bongekile Macupe
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43:16Is local government failing the people? Part two of our discussion on local government - Phumi Mashigo discusses this with Sabelo Skiti, Sunday Times Investigative Journalist, Bongekile Macupe, News24 Deputy Politics Editor, and Mayihlome Tshwete, former government spokesperson and political commentator. What do voters in Gauteng really want to see…
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AI Wars, New York Stories & Beauty in 2025
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3:13:0503.10.25 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol fire up Friday with a showdown: which AI engine actually rules the world right now? Ben’s back from New York, dropping hot takes that spark a raw convo on what “beautiful” even means in 2025. And before the weekend kicks off, he lines up the must-watch sporting clashes you can’t miss. Nina Unfiltered: From …
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South Africa is running out of time. Load shedding, unemployment, corruption, crumbling infrastructure - the challenges keep stacking up. But can business step in where government is failing and help put the country back on solid footing? Join us for this urgent conversation with moderator Justice Malala, political economist Moeletsi Mbeki, corpora…
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Fake cigarettes financing terror | With commonwealth law enforcement, Rohan Pike
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28:27How do criminals exploit borders, trade systems, and corruption to move their money? For most of us the idea of ‘fake’ cigarettes and illicit trade really came to the fore during the Covid Lockdowns when even law abiding South Africans found themselves looking in the strangest places for their fix. Since then the conversations about illicit trade, …
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Money Moves, Crypto Shifts & Political Pretenders
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1:12:0026.9.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff sits down with Warren Wheatley and Stafford Masie for a no-nonsense chat on money, the global shift towards Bitcoin, and how Altvest is shaking up the investment game. Later, Robert Bennetto joins the conversation to unpack the issues that actually matter — while politicians keep putting on a show. The Real Network…
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Fat Shaming, Strange Names & Political Games
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1:43:3526.09.25 Pt1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol kick off Friday with a fiery breakdown of Anele’s interview with Helen Zille — and who actually comes out worse in the clash. Mash steps in to face the heat after being accused of fat shaming (again), sparking the debate: should people ever be fat shamed? The team lightens things up with a dive into the…
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Media, Mayors & Missed Chances: A Joburg Dilemma
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49:59Is Helen Zille right for mayor of JHB? Has the mainstream media left us in the lurch when thinking about our choices? And has the ANC abandoned its post when choosing who to put forward for the positions of mayor? Phumi Mashigo asks these of her esteemed panel: Sabelo Skiti, Sunday Times Investigative Journalist, Mayihlome Tshwete, former governmen…
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Thailand Tales, Sports & Marble Dreams
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1:16:2119.09.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski kick things off with stories from Ben’s recent trip to Thailand — including a wild “Montecasino on steroids.” Ben brings his trademark colourful sports update before the team welcome Roger Racks, a proud son of the South. Gareth also sits down with culinary legend David Higgs and creative visionary Dee…
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19.09.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol unpack how everything the government lays hands on somehow turns from gold to dust. They dive into Candace Owens’ fiery clash with the French over a gender case gone wrong, and explore the troubling question of why some people openly celebrate an assassination — no matter their political stance. The Re…
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Who's profiting from SA’s black market? Who's paying the price? And what will it take to stop the cycle of chaos? Following from our previous Democracy Unplugged panel on crime, host Penuel the Black Pen continues the discussion with Free Market Foundation CEO David Ansara, Business Unity South Africa CEO Khulekani Mathe and Chad Thomas, IRS Forens…
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Exclusive interview: Rosheda Muller of National Informal Traders Alliance of South Africa (NITASA)
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34:58Have you ever thought how the gogo on the side of the road selling her vegetables or the flower trader at the station is affected by the decisions made in the legislature regarding trade and industry? Or even if their voices are ever considered in those ever talked about consultative processes? Rosheda Muller is the National President of the Nationa…
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The Future of Media in South Africa | ft. Nosipho & Producer Patrick
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49:5712.09.25 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff and Ben Karpinski dive into the weirdest viral moments from the past week – and debate which South African accent takes the crown for being the most annoying (sorry, Roger Racks from the South!). Later, Nosipho Maketo-van den Bragt and Producer Patrick join the conversation to unpack the future of film and media, what’s…
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Charlie Kirk, South Africa & The Bigger Picture
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1:59:2812.09.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff kicks off with a raw monologue on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk – unpacking how it’s shaken South Africans and rippled across the globe. Was he just a pawn in a much bigger game for simply speaking his truth? Ben adds his fiery take, fueling the debate. The show then swerves into lighter territory, celebrat…
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Who really holds accountability in state-owned entities? | Dr Simo Lushaba & Wayne Duvenage
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38:37Is political interference endemic in South Africa’s governance failures? Dr Simo Lushaba from the Institute of Directors SA and Wayne Duvenage from OUTA joins Phumi Mashigo to unpack the tensions between boards and ministers in state-owned entities. With SA Tourism once again in the spotlight after Minister Patricia de Lille dissolved its board, we…
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Whistleblowers: Breaking the Silence | Tebogo Khaas and Martha Ngoye
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49:02What is the price of speaking out? Four years after the brutal murder of whistleblower Babita Deokaran the conversation about protection and support for whistleblowers. Phumi Mashigo is joined by social justice activist Tebogo Khaas and whistleblower Martha Ngoye to talk about changing the negative term “impimpi” to a valued guard of our social fab…
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When ‘Let Me Finish’ Means You’re Wrong
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1:16:0505.09.25 Pt 2 - Gareth is joined by Mash and Ben for a hilarious deep dive into some questionable bathroom habits — including whether it’s humanly possible to sneeze and use the toilet at the same time. The trio then debates double standards between men and women, and wrap things up by asking: when someone says “let me finish,” does it actually mea…
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Gareth Loses Patience, Leigh-Ann Gains Ozempic
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1:35:4005.09.25 Pt 1 - Gareth Cliff and Leigh-Ann Mol kick off Friday with a fiery chat about how frustrating old people can be — sparked by Gareth’s run-in that tested his patience. Leigh-Ann opens up about starting her Ozempic journey and what lies ahead, while Dr Hanan steps in to unpack Gen Z’s growing dependence on AI for companionship. The Real Netw…
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