Celeb Savant
The Celeb Savant show is a weekly entertainment show hosted by Barret Edelstein. Each week we will have long-form career retrospective type interviews with celebrities namely, singers, actors and industry experts.
Interview with Mandy Harvey
Do you know someone who has a disability, and they embrace it to be successful? American deaf singer and songwriter, Mandy Harvey is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Mandy explains that her original focus was music education rather than performance, but she completely lost her hearing during…
Interview with Haris Čustović
In this episode of Celeb Savant, we journey to Croatia and sit down with musician, composer, producer, songwriter and DJ, Haris Čustović. Haris explains how he had 4 years in music high school, how he got more involved in music after moving to London, and became successful through wearing various…
Interview Ceehle Suntele (Africa Fest)
We go behind the scenes on this episode of Celeb Savant, as we speak to South African events and marketing manager, Ceehle Suntele. Ceehle explains how he studied Mechanical Engineering - which transitioned into his current role, and specifically the upcoming first Africa Fest, which will be an annual event…
Interview with Jann Klose
Have you ever wondered what your favourite song is about, and what inspired the music video? American-based singer and songwriter, Jann Klose is the guest on Celeb Savant for the second time. This time Jann explains the inspiration behind the acoustic version of his song, ‘All The Way Down’ and…
Interview with Sickotoy
On this episode of Celeb Savant... we head to Romania as we chat with DJ, composer, producer and Grammy Award winner, Sickotoy. We hear the story behind the name, how he turned his passion for music as a child into becoming a musician touring with different bands at first -…
Interview with Guy Page (Coach Party)
Do you know what a Coach Party is? Well it is also the name of a British indie-rock band, and Guy Page from the band is the guest on this episode of Celeb Savant. Guy tells us how he was inspired by a friend to learn to play guitar as…
Interview with Dave Symes (Boy & Bear)
Indie-folk is the genre of music on this episode of Celeb Savant, as David Symes from Australian band Boy & Bear joins us as the guest. Dave explains the origin of the band’s name, their creative process and how he processes music when listening to it. Website - www.boyandbear.com Instagram…
Interview with Werner Bekker
South African singer, songwriter and musician Werner Bekker joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Werner explains how he convinced his parents to allow him to completely focus on music when finishing school, and his creative process as he navigates different genres when recording music. Instagram - @wernerbekkermusic Facebook…
Interview with Judge Jules
Hit the rave and grab your dance shoes as we speak to British DJ, producer and entertainment lawyer, Judge Jules! Judge Jules explains how he started DJing while promoting illegal parties while studying law, how he got his alias, and what it takes to be successful in the industry for…
Interview with Will Burkart
It’s time to tickle your funny bone as we dive into the world of being a stand-up comedian with Los Angeles-based comic, Will Burkart. Will explains how he loved making friends laugh at school, that he moved to LA to pursue comedy after finishing film school, and what the steps…
Interview with Kojo Rigault
Trinidad-born and UK-based reggae singer and songwriter, Kojo Rigault joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Kojo explains that he joined a successful boy band in Trinidad, that moved to London after signing a record deal. This led to him staying in the UK, working as a solo artist…
Interview with Incognito
Jean-Paul 'Bluey' Maunick and the British band Incognito recently performed at the Johannesburg 2023 DSTV Delicious Festival. Bluey joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant prior to the performance. Bluey explains the reason behind the name Incognito, why he carries on performing after being in the industry for multiple…
Intervlew with Perez Hilton
‘First impressions are lasting impressions’ is how Cuban American actor, columnist, blogger, singer and podcast host Perez Hilton understands how he hurt people when he first started reporting on the entertainment industry. We dive into his journey by finding out why he chose his stage name, when he became the…
Interview Naliyani Uma
Do you know what an ‘influencer’ does? Durban-based fashion model, actor and influencer, Naliyani Uma explains what it means to be one. She shares how she started her journey as a model, which led her to become an actress and influencer... and we hear how she balances having multiple pursuits…
Interview with Macy Gray
If you try to walk away you will stumble, because you will want to stay with us for this episode of Celeb Savant, as we speak to American Grammy and Brit award-winning singer and songwriter, Macy Gray. Macy tells us how she started performing at the age of 22, why…
Interview with Tonino Baliardo (Gipsy Kings)
Grab your dancing shoes as we ‘Bamboleo’ and ‘Volare’ with French musicians, singers and songwriters, Tonino Baliardo and Vincent Patrac (Lukas) from Gipsy Kings. With translation by Sebastien Ziane, the guys tell us about how they grew up with a passion of music, as well as why they still love…
Interview with Simon Halfon
I am going to ‘wake you up before you go-go’, as we dive into the entertainment world with award-winning British graphic designer, producer and screenwriter, Simon Halfon. Simon explains how a chance encounter with The Clash’s right hand man, Kosmo Vinyl, led to working in the mailroom at Stiff Records…
Interview with Johni Holiday (Ruff Majik)
On this episode of Celeb Savant, Johni Holiday from South African band Ruff Majik explains how the band got together, where the name Ruff Majik comes from, and how transitioning from punk to rock music led to the band's continued success. Website - www.ruffmajik.com Instagram - @ruffmajik Facebook - @ruffmajik…
Interview with Martin Garrix and Lloyiso
Recent music collaborators - Dutch DJ and producer, Martin Garrix and South African singer and songwriter, Lloyiso - are the guests on this episode of Celeb Savant. The guys tells us how the collaboration came to be, each of their creative processes, and why they love making music. Martin Garrix…
Interview with Hannah V
Indian-born, Berlin-raised and UK-based… music producer, musician, and songwriter Hannah V joins Celeb Savant live in studio. Hannah tells us about starting out as a jazz musician, learning her craft at The Royal Academy of Music in London, which led to her becoming a session musician - touring the world…