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Kate Hyman - an American A&R and Music Executive - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Kate takes us through her multi-decade career, which includes having a talent for finding new artists and using that talent at multiple labels including Shelter Records, BMG, Imago and others... signing the likes of Moby, Sinead O'Connor and more. Kate tells us some of the interesting stories that she has experienced in her career, about payola, and her uncensored thoughts of the current landscape. Website - www.bigearsmusicconsultancy.com Instagram - @kate.hyman1 Facebook - @kate.hyman1

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Milli Vanilli, Young MC and C+C Music Factory - ultimate 80s party playlist - or the latest artists to feud with Donald Trump? Someone needs to stop. Collaborate. And listen. Divorce became a really hot topic in the 80s, and who better to navigate kids through it than one of TV's favourite dads? And a floating ghost from Masters of the Universe. Some 80s songs didn't mean what you think they mean, and Paulo found a movie that could have meant so much more - but instead killed a man with a giant set of pyrotechnic bobs. Two 80s Truths and a Lie rocks you with a VW fact and spends some time in Bangkok. LInks Freedom 250 Fall-Out C+C Music Factory: https://web.facebook.com/watch/?v=1529462611981886 Fab Morvan: https://variety.com/2026/music/news/milli-vanillis-fab-morvan-wants-out-freedom-250-concerts-1236764699/ Vanilla Ice: https://variety.com/2026/music/news/vanilla-ice-freedom-250-concert-canceled-weather-1236796016/ Robin Thicke and Orko: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PFV7kHa40bw Cherry 2000: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xRNaSWtzjyA Madonna Biopic: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2026/jun/23/madonna-biopic-scrapped-universal Falco themed VW: https://www.theautopian.com/rock-me-amadeus-volkswagen-dedicates-special-edition-to-80s-austrian-singer-falco/ #That 80s Show, #Dori, #nostalgia, #Freedom 250 concerts, #America’s 250th anniversary, #80s music, #Bruce Springsteen, #Madonna, #Cyndi Lauper, #Lionel Richie, #Bret Michaels, #Poison, #Young MC, #CNC Music Factory, #Donald Trump, #political events, #Vanilla Ice, #Kid Rock, #divorce in the 80s, #Alan Thicke, #Growing Pains, #Orko, #He-Man, #children coping with divorce, #80s music truths and lies, #Billy Idol, #White Wedding, #Depeche Mode, #Personal Jesus, #Suzanne Vega, #Luka, #The Police, #Every Breath You Take, #Cherry 2000, #AI companionship, #Laurence Fishburne, #cult movies, #Madonna biopic, #Who’s That Girl?, #Julia Garner, #Volkswagen Austria, #Golf Falco Edition, #One Night in Bangkok, #Tim Rice, #ABBA, #Michael Winslow, #Police Academy, #80s pop culture, #podcast episode, #music history, #cultural commentary.

Rory Hughes - an American -born, Irish-based actor, performer, teacher and principal of the Irish Academy of the Arts joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Rory takes us on his career path which includes his journey being on stage and in front of the camera to teach the various disciplines of the arts. Rory explains why and the journey of developing the Irish National Academy of the Arts which has its inaugural year in 2026. Website - www.irishnationalacademy.com Instagram - @irishnationalacademyofthearts TikTok - @inaa_tiktok

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Sipho 'Hotstix' Mabuse - a South African SAMA lifetime achievement award winner, singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Sipho takes us through five decades of being in the industry, as we discuss the importance of the arts in society, his journey as part of the bands The Beaters and Harari, his career as a solo artist, and why he says his whole career has happened by default. Website - www.triplement.com/artist/sipho-hotstix-mabuse/ Facebook - @HotstixMabuse Instagram - @hotstixmabuse YouTube - @OfficialSiphoHotstixMabuse

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Hanna Andréa, a Norwegian-American pop singer and songwriter, joins us from Norway on this episode of Celeb Savant. Hanna takes us through her creative journey - which includes starting out performing in musical theatre, about writing the songs and music for the theatre production ‘Muse! The Shakespeare Mayhem Musical!’ and more about her latest releases, which includes the song Get Off Your Phone. Website - www.hannaandrea.com Instagram - @hanna.andrea.official Facebook - @hannaandreaofficial TikTok - @hanna.andrea.official YouTube - @hanna.andrea.official

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Gracee Shriver - an American country singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Gracee takes us on her journey, which includes how she doesn't allow social media to affect her, how she maintains authenticity when creating music, and what challenges she has overcome with creating her first EP... Pretty Psycho. Website - www.graceeshriver.com Instagram - @graceeshriver Twitter - @graceeshriver TikTok - @graceeshriver YouTube - @graceeshrivermusic

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Marlon - an Australian singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Marlon takes us on his journey from being a professional AFL football player to becoming a professional singer and songwriter. He also explains how he is still dealing with the challenges of moving from the field to the stage, and how he embraces being pushed out of his comfort zone, as he sees it as an opportunity for growth. Website - www.marlon.com.au Instagram - @marlonmusicofficial YouTube - @marlonmusicofficial

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Harrison Hickman - a British author and masterful storyteller - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Harrison takes us through his penmanship journey, which includes starting out writing young-adult fiction, then writing darker fiction when he wrote 'The Lost Brotherhood' series, and why he says every time he writes a book it’s like learning the craft all over again. Website - harrison510.wordpress.com Instagram - @harrisonhickman39 Facebook - @HarrisonHickmanAuthor Twitter - @HarrisonHickma1

Sam Bettens, a Belgian-born and American-based singer and songwriter, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Sam takes us through his multi-decade career, which includes his time with his brother, Gert, in the multi-platinum selling band K’s Choice. We also hear about his latest Country/Americana inspired project, Coming Home… and discuss his experience of being a trans man in the music industry. Website - www.sambettens.com Instagram - @sambettens Facebook - @sam.bettens.fanpage TikTok - @sambettens YouTube - @therealSamBettens

Corey Feldman falls ill on a flight and makes the news — conveniently just a week before releasing new music for the first time in years. He has our attention. We imagine John Stamos with Michael Jackson's nose, and Paulo finds a movie that just may send him to hell. Dori picks Paulo's next movie to review. It doesn't involve a lady whipping fight, but it does travel to 2017 in search of a cherry. Garfield in the '80s sucked and made millions, Dori wants what's in Dolly Parton's jugs, and we all wish we got a Kenny Rogers sitcom. Corey Feldman's Mid-Air Health Scare and new music (00:00:15): https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2026-06-16/what-really-happened-during-corey-feldmans-airport-health-scare] https://www.accessnewswire.com/newsroom/en/sports-leisure-and-entertainment/corey-feldman-announces-new-single-%22what-am-i-here-4%22-and-special-1177382 John Stamos's Botched Nose Job (00:07:40): https://people.com/john-stamos-says-his-botched-80s-nose-job-was-fixed-by-michael-jacksons-guy-11997636?utm_source=chatgpt.com The movie that will send Paulo to hell (00:12:47): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Visions_of_Ecstasy Choosing the Next Movie Recommendation (00:16:35) Kylie Minogue Documentary Review (00:26:26) The Garfield Merchandise Phenomenon (00:34:10): https://www.cracked.com/article_30546_the-80s-garfield-craze-was-due-to-a-dumb-toy-mistake.html Dolly Parton: Two 80s Truths and a Lie (00:39:24): https://americansongwriter.com/dolly-parton-serves-a-fresh-cup-of-ambition-with-new-business-venture-inspired-by-her-1980s-signature-hit/ # 1980s nostalgia, # Corey Feldman, # mid-air health scare, # food poisoning, # publicity stunt, # new music, # What Am I Here 4?, # introspective song, # self-discovery, # John Stamos, # botched nose job, # Palm Royale, # sexiest movies, # Dirty Dancing, # Visions of Ecstasy, # banned film, # Amazon watchlist, # 80s movies, # Garfield memorabilia, # suction cup toy, # Dolly Parton, # Cup of Ambition, # Two Truths and a Lie, # pop culture, # celebrity news, # Limp Bizkit, # nostalgia, # humor, # movie recommendations, # 80s icons, # entertainment.

DJ Ethan English, a 13-year-young South African-born and Dubai-based EDM DJ and producer, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Ethan takes us on his journey as he explains how at first he didn't like DJing as he found it boring, and how perseverance got him to enjoy the process. We also hear how he balances school with his professional DJ career, and he explains that DJs need to learn the basics before bringing in the fancy stuff. Website - www.ethanenglish.co Instagram - @dj_ethanenglish Facebook - @djEthanEnglish TikTok - @DJ_EthanEnglish YouTube - @DJEthanEnglish

Celia Peachey - a British actor and playwright - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Celia explains what fascinated her about being an actor, the journey of creating her own scripts, and more about her latest project - a group experience called Love is the Currency. Instagram - @misspeacheycelia Facebook - @MissCeliaPeachey Twitter - @PeacheyC TikTok - @celiapeachey

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Emma -Jay Webber - a British pageant queen, public figure and Ms. UK for Ms. Universe 2027 - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Emma-Jay explains how she fell into pageantry, about the years work that goes into a pageant and why she describes a pageant as 'glamorous girl guides'. Instagram - @emmajaywebber Facebook - @UKpageantgirl TikTok - @emmajaywebber

Bafana's World Cup opener ends in red cards and heartbreak — Gareth and Ben pick through the pieces. Then Deidre Broodryk-Ward's Window Seat takes us to the Kruger (and a few escapes closer to Joburg), before Ivor Ichikowitz, Executive Producer of Netflix's The Trials of Winnie Mandela, joins for a compelling chat about the docuseries and the legacy it explores. Football, bushveld and history — all in one episode

Nina Kristofferson - a multi -award winning actor, singer, writer, producer and director - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Nina takes us through her journey of being a triple threat, which includes her passion of performing on stage and on screen, she takes us through her routine to keep her stamina during theatre performances and more about the musicals that she wrote, namely Nina Kristofferson's Billie Holiday Story and Nina Kristofferson's Timeless. Website - www.nkproductions.co.uk Instagram - @ninakristofferson Facebook - @nina.kristofferson.5 Twitter - @ninaspage TikTok - @ninakristofferson YouTube - @NinaKristofferson1

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Iaco - an American and Italian based dance/house/pop songwriter and producer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Iaco explains that during COVID, he had a lot of time, so he decided to try out an untapped passion in creating music. What surprises him about being a professional in the industry and why consistency is important. Instagram - @iacomusicx TikTok - @iacomusicx YouTube - @iacomusicx

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Susannah B - an American singer and songwriter - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Susannah takes us on her journey from growing up in NYC to now living in LA… which includes being raised by her mother, Carol Hall, who was a successful Broadway musical writer (of ‘The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas’ and more), how she substituted smoking with singing - which she had not done for 10 years, and her current journey as a late blooming independent artist. Website - www.susannahb.com Instagram - @susannahbmusic Facebook - @susannahbmusic TikTok - @susannahbmusic YouTube - @susannahbmusic

Dori tried to watch the Kylie documentary on Netflix but gave up the moment she saw Jason Donovan and his amazing, not technicolour — spray-on leather pants. Danny Pintauro, AKA Jonathan from Who's the Boss?, has a new project with Amazon, and Balki turns into a d*ck when he puts on a pair of deck shoes. The names of Masters of the Universe toys sounded so made up, so Paulo made some up, which leads to a conversation about adult toys that does not go as expected. Finally if you've ever felt like murdering a cat after watching Flashdance, we may just have the explanation. Who's the Boss? Cast Update (00:04:42): https://pagesix.com/2026/05/18/celebrity-news/80s-sitcom-star-turned-amazon-delivery-driver-divulges-harsh-reality-of-casts-residual-pay/ 80s Action Movie Quiz (00:10:08): https://www.buzzfeed.com/ellie4me/spend-a-day-in-the-1980s-and-ill-give-you-an-actMovie Recommendation: The Flamingo Kid (00:14:25): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kf6kjsSgd38 He-Man Character Guessing Game (00:26:41): https://motuvintagevariants.com/pages/figure-checklist Fisher-Price Nostalgia (00:30:07): https://ultimateclassicrock.com/iconic-fisher-price-toys/ Two 80s Truths and a Lie (00:35:53): Boy George and Karma Chameleon: https://www.music-news.com/news/UK/189195/Boy-George-releasing-AI-Karma-Chameleon Maniac Origin story: https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/1980s-hit-maniac-inspired-slasher-180204000.html # 80s pop culture, # That 80s Show, # podcast, # TV shows, # movies, # music, # toys, # Kylie Minogue, # Jason Donovan, # Who’s the Boss?, # Tony Danza, # Alyssa Milano, # Danny Pintauro, # sitcoms, # drug addiction, # BuzzFeed quiz, # action movies, # Return of the Jedi, # The Flamingo Kid, # Matt Dillon, # Garry Marshall, # coming-of-age story, # Marisa Tomei, # Bronson Pinchot, # Masters of the Universe, # He-Man, # toy line, # Castle Grayskull, # action figures, # Fisher-Price garage toy, # childhood toys, # Two 80s truths and a lie, # Michael Sembello, # Jon Bon Jovi, # Boy George, # AI music, # nostalgia, # 1980s entertainment, # personal anecdotes, # humor.

What happens when a South African businessman loses everything, falls into suicidal depression — and a mushroom ceremony changes his life forever? Moshe Reuven Schneider joins Gareth to share one of the most extraordinary personal journeys you'll hear this year. From Joburg boardrooms to the Amazon rainforest, apprenticing under the Huni Kuin — one of the most respected indigenous tribes in Brazil — Moshe's story covers plant medicine, psychedelic healing, and how a Peruvian cactus ceremony literally introduced him to his wife. Interested in a facilitated healing journey or travelling to the Amazon with Moshe? [email protected] Plus — Drew Birch asks a question nobody asked but everyone's about to debate. Hanan, Ben and Leigh Ann are also in the building. Subscribe & like so you never miss a live show Follow The Gareth Cliff Show across all platforms #GarethCliff #GCS #PlantMedicine #Psychedelics #HuniKuin #Amazon #HealingJourney #SouthAfrica #MorningShow #GCSLIVE

John Galea, a British singer and songwriter, joins us from America for the second time on this episode of Celeb Savant. John catches us up on what's been happening since we last spoke, which includes the first single, 'Songwriter', from his upcoming debut album. He explains the challenges of being an independent artist, gives advice to upcoming artists and explains why the current music industry landscape is tough. Website - www.johngaleamusic.com Instagram - @johngalea Facebook - @johngaleamusic Twitter - @johngalea TikTok - @johngalea24 YouTube - @johngaleaVeVo

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Simphiwe Ngema - a South African actor and entrepreneur - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Simphiwe takes us through her journey, which includes learning how to deal with rejection when it comes to auditioning for roles, how she 'shakes off' the emotions when her character is going through an intense storyline, and all about her latest project, Kuningi, which can be found on DSTV catch-up. Instagram - @SimzNgema @MzansiMagic Facebook - @SimphiweNgema2018 @MzansiMagic Twitter - @MzansiMagic TikTok - @simz_ngema89 YouTube - @mzansimagic

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Daniel Barosa - a Brazilian-born, American-based editor, director, writer, and producer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Daniel takes us behind the camera by explaining that the industry is about networking and who you know, he explains the various tasks he has in his different roles, and how to deal with egos on set. Website - https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3696830/ https://linktr.ee/danielbarosa Instagram - @barosa.daniel

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Personal brand or just an influencer with a ring light? Gareth and Ben kick off the Friday with a real conversation about whether building a personal brand actually matters, and where the line is between genuine influence and just performing for the algorithm. They also take a look at the Enhanced Games, which promised to rewrite the record books and largely didn't, and ask a spicy question: is aspiration just the rich putting their lifestyle on a pedestal for everyone else to stare at? Then Mike Sharman pulls up a chair. Gareth and Mike get into what actually makes content worth watching, and the entrepreneurial journey gets an honest autopsy. Yes, there are moments of pure joy. But mostly? It's a grind. Blood, sweat, tears, and a lot of staring at a screen wondering if any of it is working. They close out on a fascinating question about narcissism and whether a healthy ego is a business asset or the thing that quietly burns it all down.

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Bev Sage - British artist, singer, songwriter, and performer - joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. We dive into Bev's world, which includes how she was in the frontline of Punk in the 70s and 80s, her involvement in various bands such as The Techno Twins, and the projects she is currently working on. Website: www.bevsage.com Instagram: @bevjsage Facebook: @BevSage LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/bevsage

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Nick Tauber - a British music producer,,artist manager and consultant, joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Nick takes us on his multi-decade journey career, which includes starting out at Regent Sounds, performing multiple tasks at Decca Records, during his career he has produced Thin Lizzy. Black Sabbath, Def Leppard and more and we discuss the industry

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British country-Americana singer and songwriter, Hannah Jane Lewis joins us on this episode of Celeb Savant. Hannah has recently been named by Holler Country's as a ‘country and Americana one to watch’. Hannah discusses how Covid helped her take time to re-focus her career, what surprises her about being a professional artist in the industry, and how she processes music. Website - www.hannahjanelewis.com Instagram - @hjlofficial Facebook - @HannahJaneLewis TikTok - @hjlofficial YouTube - @HannahJaneLewis

The ultimate 80s weekend outing was pointless if it didn’t include a stop at Santarama Miniland. But Jan van Riebeeck’s Lilliputian empire has crumbled — and it’s given Paulo an idea for a very specific, very tiny heist. Naturally, it somehow involves Michael Jackson. And because we said “Michael Jackson” three times in a row, we accidentally summoned Corey Feldman. Unfortunately, we seem to be the only ones as we find out why he was told to “Beat It”, along with several other very 'Bad" Michael Jackson song puns. If you flew into certain airports in 80s America, you might have found a bar where everybody knew your name — and two barflies who knew how to steal your soul. Finally, “Two 80s Truths and a Lie” warns us never to use James Brown’s toilet. Links: Santarama Mini Land & Jan van Riebeeck Statue (00:03:24): https://web.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10160433653026599&set=gm.584606431122676&idorvanity=293847420198580 https://thesewalkingboots.wordpress.com/2013/05/15/santarama-miniland/ https://web.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=486060891462309&set=a.471171301709762&id=100064506887860&_rdc=1&_rdr Giant Michael Jackson Statues (00:12:28):https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cn0q2krypkro Corey Feldman admin woe: https://www.tmz.com/2026/04/29/corey-feldman-not-at-michael-premiere-due-to-misunderstanding/ Animatronic Barflies from "Cheers" : https://www.mentalfloss.com/entertainment/tv/cheers-bar-robots-controversy Two 80s Truths and a Lie: https://time.com/3629041/james-brown/ #That 80s Show, #1980s nostalgia, #South African culture, #Santa's Mini Land, #theme parks, #Jan van Riebeeck, #Michael Jackson statue, #Gold Reef City, #Cresta Ice Rink, #Corey Feldman, #Cheers bars, #animatronic characters, #80s pop culture, #miniature replicas, #historical landmarks, #HIV awareness, #80s trivia, #mobile phones, #GIF invention, #celebrity anecdotes, #heist plans, #family entertainment, #childhood memories, #quirky attractions, #South African landmarks,