08.12.23 Pt 2 - Gareth and Ben get into the Robbie Williams documentary, and what a megastar Robbie was in his time. Grant Renecle (aka ‘Clean Cut Skolly’) jumps on and tells us why Joburg is one of the best places in the world, as well as his impact on South African satire.
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In a crucial time when water (a basic amenity) is not being provided properly, we have to question why and what are the potential outcomes. Prominent hydrologist and environmental scientist, Prof. Anthony Turton, has some words about our current water and filtration system - and the lack of maintenance by the government. Gareth, Phumi, and Kanthan also get into some local and global headlines, including the name change of the most hated road in Johannesburg.
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13.07.23 Pt 2 - Gareth, Phumi and Kanthan get into government sex scandals, voter apathy, the mining economy, and how one should react to blue light brigades.
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Blinds and shutters aren’t just a brilliant window covering solution - they offer a multitude of advantages that go beyond aesthetics. Jaco Voigt sits down with Petrus van der Westhuizen from Focus Blinds & Shutters. For over a decade, Focus Blinds & Shutters has been at the forefront of manufacturing excellence. With factories in Johannesburg and Durban - coupled with agents across the country - their reach extends nationwide... catering to both residential and commercial properties. Tune in to this enlightening episode to gain insights into the craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication behind Focus Blinds & Shutters. Brought to you by Catalytic.
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12.06.23 Pt 1 - Bakh'abantu the Intern makes a return to the show after a long hiatus. Gareth addresses the biggest event to occur in Johannesburg over the weekend - the earthquake. The team have a spoiler-free chat about Succession… and Dr Hanan joins the conversation, alongside a GCS listener, for some Monday morning therapy.
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Daisy de Melker... a widower and nurse living in Johannesburg, South Africa became a notorious offender worldwide in the 1930s. This serial killer with blatant intent and disregard for the law is covered by South African author, Ted Botha - who had no intent on writing this book, but stumbled upon the largely untold story and decided to do a little digging.
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18.05.23 Pt 2 - Gareth Cliff, Phumi Mashigo, and Kanthan Pillay are joined on the Burning Platform by Phumlani Majozi this morning as the list of topics to cover is long. The team gets into the South African power crisis, the latest BEE Scandal that has made headlines around the country, South Africa’s involvement in the Russian Arms deal, and more.
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10.02.23 Pt 1 - Gareth quickly reflects his feelings after the SONA last night, before coming to the conclusion of being hopeful about SA after seeing strippers in Cape Town cheer for the army. A celebration in song for Burt Bacharach… and Ben brings Titanic back into the conversation.
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06.02.23 Pt 1 - Gareth is fired up over a Chinese spy balloon that was shot down in the USA over the weekend. Candice Mama joins the conversation with her skepticism about TikTok that’s becoming modern-day spyware on your phone. Robben Island is hosting a silent disco for the public and South Africans are outraged. And Dr Hanan joins us for early morning therapy.
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Solly Moeng joins the show to discuss some of the major roadblocks in South Africa right now… the new mayor of Joburg representing Palestine in a viral press interview, the EFF endorsing land grabbing in SA with no real judicial system in place, and how the DA has proven itself with two major municipalities - but is still consistently under fire from the ANC.
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