Simmi speaks to the incredibly talented and gifted music journo Tecla who is also the host of the popular podcast Texx Talks. Hear them sing songs - Simmi sings opera, discuss Backstreet Boys lyrics, find out who their favorite Kardashians are and hear them recreate creepy voice messages. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Tecla Ciolfi [Music Journalist/Texx Talks/ Italian]

In the first instalment of podcast-crossovers I am speaking to my new buddies from the Bioscope Brasse podcast: Jody and Ross. We speak about my excellent trolling skills, Jody's emailing skills, a little bit of movies, infiltrating the Arab hookah pipe world and much more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bioscope Brasse [The Crossover]

I sit down and chat with Karmen Naidoo but we speak more about my neighbours, milking cows, what she misses about South Africa and my gang name. Which is Chokie by the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karmen Naidoo [Comedian/Former Model/Friend]

I sat down with one of my longest friends in and outside of comedy. We spoke about school memories, my crazy neighbours, how white people speak to POCs, how I can be a problem at gigs, dance competitions and other things I cant remember. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Neil Green [Comedian/Gamer/Expat]

In this episode I chat to comedian Nimesh Patel all the way in New York. If you don’t know Nimesh, then you should. He has written for Chris Rock at the Oscars, SNL's Weekend Update and the algorithm on YouTube is making his stand up special go a little bit viral. We talk about his recent project - an animated show focusing on Animals and Climate Change, his career, writing and when the universe aligns for you. More importantly, how I need to roll with him so i can get some of the nice things that fall his way! Enjoy this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nimesh Patel [Comedian]

I spoke to the nicest guy I have ever met and world-class musician Matthew Mole. Hear us explore his worst songs he has ever written, how he fawns over the singing of cricketer AB de Villiers and how he is just a genuine human with so much respect for his craft and the people around him. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Matthew Mole [Musician/Nice Humble Guy]

You know when you have been out of touch with a friend and then you connect again? Well this podcast is that. I hadn't spoken to Tats in years and on this podcast we shared his insightfulness, his silliness, stories of comedic journeys, how the Corona Virus is changing how we think and his great ability to be competitive especially at squash.

Tats Nkonzo [Comedian]

Simmi chats to Robby Collins about the ramifications of 'Cancel Culture' or if it, as a concept, should exist. We also speak about comedy, the lockdown and he plays his trumpet to the best of his ability. This is a really insightful and wholesome podcast.

Robby Collins Returns [Comedian]

Conrad joins me as a guest again but this time we talk about unlearning racist humour, Why Leon Schuster is problematic along with the people using black accents on Tik Tok and his clever show about How To End Racism.

Conrad Koch returns [Comedian/Anthropologist]

The podcast has gone full circle! The person that has inspired my podcast with his podcast is our featured guest. Stuart is not only a well-established comedian but his own podcast 'The Comedian's Comedian' has had millions upon millions of downloads. Listen to an 11-minute intro of me hyping him. This pod also features Bob Perfect as well and thanks to Yaaseen Barnes for the mic chord. P.S. You will hear a lot of big words but 'Ouroboros' is my fav.

Stuart Goldsmith [Comedian and World Famous Podcaster]

I am going to be honest with you, I got interviewed by Rutendo for her podcast series 'The Podcast Sessions' and the interview was so great I wanted all the listeners of this podcast to hear it. She has gratefully allowed me to share this audio with you! If you are interested in podcasts and want to know more of the ins and outs of it. LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE

Rutendo Nyamuda [An Excellent Podcaster]

Today's guest is Tyson Ngubeni. Tyson is a qualified actor and an outstanding comedian. If you don't know him then where have you been? He is a viral sensation with his character Bob O'Connor who is an America news journalist. We speak about his career, Takalani Sesame, Kideo and he has some intelligent questions about the comedy industry

Tyson Ngubeni [Comedian & Viral Sensation]

I spoke to my close friend Osman Osman who is an amazing producer of comedy and Bollywood shows. Hear how Osman slept through Dave Chappelle, Russell Brand and Aziz Ansari shows, how he managed to become really close with comedian Riaad Moosa via Facebook - hilarious messages, why I wasn't in the movie 'Material' and why Osman is the true definition of a hustler.

Osman Osman [Producer]

On this weeks episode Simmi speaks to his friends about the craziest documentary on Netflix: Tiger King! Listen to find out if Carol Baskin killed her husband and listen out to the sweet sultry tunes of Joe Exotic

The Tiger King Edition

On this episode, Simmi speaks to fans and friends of the show about their lockdown preparations and what they aim to achieve in the 21 days. hear stories about adopting a cat and naming it Corona, a newborn baby's pooh and the #LKSLockdownChallenge...where you do ONE push up a day for 21 days.

The Lockdown (Part 1)

Simmi Areff hosts a series of conversations with some of the most interesting South Africans and uncovers the lesser-known stories about them. 

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