Gareth's Guests
Straight up interviews from The Gareth Cliff Show on CliffCentral.com - without any interruptions.
Mandy Wiener
Powerful author and award-winning journalist Mandy Wiener has released a new book that is a must-read as it opens one's eyes to the realities of crime in South Africa. Released in April 2018, 'Ministry of Crime' traces the underworld from Kebble to Krejcir to Modack. It shows how the underworld…
Tramayne Monaghan (VOOV)
In 2017 a cutting edge video streaming app called VOOV made its way onto the South African entertainment landscape. Head of VOOV, Tramayne Monaghan, joins Gareth in studio to tell the story of how it all started, how the channel continues to grow, and the unique attractions that it offers…
Stoan Seate
Stoan first came into our lives as a member of Bongo Maffin in the 1990s, as the band really helped put kwaito on the map. The band is now back in studio for the first time since 2005 recording new material, but Gareth and Stoan sit down to explore other…
Jethro Tait
Singer / songwriter Jethro Tait is someone very much on the up and up in the music industry. Someone who cut his teeth performing on cruise ships, then with a local boy ban, he has now signed to Universal and is doing incredible things. He wows the team in studio…
Nommer 37: Nosipho Dumisa & Irshaad Ally
South Africa's many unique and diverse stories make it a hotbed of movie potential. The local film Nommer 37 explores this in the ganglands of the Cape Flats, but not in a way you expect. Gareth chats to Nosipho (writer and director) and Irshaad (lead actor) about the compelling plot,…
Jessye Lapenn
The role of Chargé d’Affaires is certainly a challenging and huge role to undertake, but it's one Jessye Lapenn has grabbed by the horns. After assuming the position with the departure of Ambassador Patrick Gaspard in December 2016, she discusses the work that she does with Gareth in this interview,…
Jason Strong
Born in Potchefstroom and raised in Piet Retief, Jason Strong's early years could not be in greater contrast to where he is now. Having studied music at Berkley University, he is now looking to take his career to the next level in the USA. He and Gareth talk about his…
Advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi
'The Land Is Ours' tells the story of South Africa’s first black lawyers, who operated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Exploring the stories of South Africa’s first black lawyers, Advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi writes about this in his new book. Gareth has a conversation with the author around…
Amrita Acharia
Born in Kathmandu to a Nepalese father and a Ukrainian mother, Amrita's journey to being an international actress has been a unique one. Most well known for playing the role of 'Irri' alongside the Khaleesi in Game of Thrones, her career has seen her take on an eclectic mix of…
Angela Yeung, Richard Mabaso & Lynn Forbes (#Trek4Mandela)
The Mandela Centenary is a great source of inspiration for many in South Africa. Lynn Forbes and Angela Yeung are such individuals, and together with Richard Mabaso are going to #Trek4Mandela up Kilimanjaro. That's the very basic description... the history behind these individuals is where the story really becomes interesting,…
Steven Pienaar
As South African sports stars go, there aren't too many more recognisable or accomplished than Steven Pienaar. He joins Gareth for a very candid take on his incredible career. The endless commitment and hard work that defined his every day, the role his mother played in making him the man…
Johnny Miller
Freelance filmmaker and photographer Johnny Miller joins Gareth in studio to talk about his work. Currently living in South Africa having come over the US, Johnny pioneered African Drone, an organisation focused on empowerment. He talks about his projects, the work that is getting him noticed, and why legislation around…
Brett Ladds
Brett Ladds is more than just your accomplished chef with a long list of celebrities that he has cooked for. He cheffed and assisted in the coordination of the 1994 Inauguration of President Mandela. He personally managed the presidential guesthouse and served as executive chef under Nelson Mandela and Thabo…
Simon Dingle
The talk and hype around cryptocurrency may have died down in recent months, but it is still a fascinating concept. Nobody describes this better than Simon Dingle, who has just written a book on the subject, along with the brilliance of blockchain and other pressing financial matters that affect our…
Lorna Maseko
TV personality, businesswomen and actress Lorna Maseko joins Gareth for an interesting catch up. She has just had the pleasure of experiencing the world's largest cruise ship, something she says has to be seen to be believed. She also talks about single life, how her friend Bonang is getting on,…
Rosie Motene
Ten years ago Rosie Motene embarked on a journey of self discovery. In the process she began to document her life experiences and attempted to tackle some of her inner demons and personal issues, which she's now released in her autobiography 'Reclaiming The Soil - A Black Girl's struggle to…
Nakhane Touré
The evolution of musician Nakhane is one that fascinates Gareth. Hot off the heels of his European tour and the saga surrounding 'Inxeba: The Wound', Nakhane shares some of the lessons he's had to learn recently - from how fearless he is, individualism, and what he's dubbed "the ego of…
Urban Culture Drive team
Candice, Craig and Job from the Urban Culture Drive team join Gareth in studio to talk about their show and the diverse personalities that make up their crew. They are currently standing in for Arye Kellman on CliffCentral, but they are so much more than just a replacement team.
Sibongile Khumalo
With a successful, colourful career that spans decades, Mam'Sibongile Khumalo has taken up the task of celebrating the life of Bra Hugh Masekela in a new show at the Joburg Theatre. She chats to Gareth about this exclusive performance alongside Thandiswa Mazwai, before getting into growing up in a musical…
Gareth Mason
We all have some sort of daily challenge in life, but few deal with something as obvious as Gareth Mason. Gareth is most known for his dwarfism, but the determination and resilience shown throughout his young life is nothing short of inspiring. Gareth and Gareth talk about his love for…