Episodes
Published 02/14/22
If you know radio then at some time you have either listened to Rob or you have been in awe of his prowess. But what draws me to Rob is his aura. I am yet to meet someone who shows humility while also being one of the cleverest people in the room. You always feel good around Rob. You feel like he cares because he does. We talk about his time in radio, the loss of losing his brother, therapy, climate change, love looking good on him. Enjoy this episode and send some love to Rob if you can....
Published 02/14/22
Published 02/14/22
I sat down with Jason, Donovan and Nicholas Goliath to catch up with them. I had not seen them in awhile and i wanted to know how they have been, what they were doing and what they had learnt since we all had to evolve due to the changing world we live in from the pandemic. What ensued was hilarity, poignant moments and what I like to deem 'Sayings from the Village'. If you want to listen to the full interview - you are going to have to part with your money and subscribe to the POC Podcasts...
Published 02/14/22
I sat down with Tumi Morake who is one of South Africa's best comedians and actresses. Words really do fail when talking about Tumi. She is such a talented and enjoyable person to be in a room with. We talk about her career and thoughts and all the wonderful moments we have shared back stage and on stage and get to know about things she often does not reveal in interviews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 09/20/21
I sat down with the first Emirati comedian and one of my best friends in Dubai - I mean I don't know many people here so take that with a pinch of salt (sorry Best Friend Deen). We talk about the best dessert in the world 'Milk Cake'. We speak about comedy and hear his apparent 20 impersonations  - we need to start a conversation about his South African one... Enjoy. Please don't forget to support local podcasters aka me by subscribing to our paid content.   See omnystudio.com/listener for...
Published 08/17/21
On this episode of Lesser Known Somebodies I speak to Namibian/South African comedian Waylene Beukes. She is a close friend but a funny friend. We speak about a host of things, and I cant even remember half of the convo but I know we speak about her burgeoning career, her boob transplant surgery, being cute, who made hookah pipe popular in South Africa and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 06/15/21
I wish I could remember what we spoke about in this conversation to write up a proper bio. I recorded this episode with Majozi like two months ago in Cape Town and all I remember from it was that it was interesting and humorous. It is also the longest episode I have ever done. I hope you enjoy it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 05/28/21
Simmi Areff brings you another episode of Lesser Known Somebodies with the infamous Duduzane Zuma. Son of the former president Jacob Zuma and a high profile public figure and businessman, Duduzane sits down with Simmi to talk about what is happening in his life. From the State Capture Enquiry, yo being friends with the Guptas to his childhood and his political aspirations. Hear it all in this episode and do not forget to like the video and share or head over to any podcast app and listen to...
Published 05/04/21
Simmi Areff brings you another episode of Lesser Known Somebodies with the infamous Duduzane Zuma. Son of the former president Jacob Zuma and a high profile public figure and businessman, Duduzane sits down with Simmi to talk about what is happening in his life. From the State Capture Enquiry, yo being friends with the Guptas to his childhood and his political aspirations. Hear it all in this episode and do not forget to like the video and share or head over to any podcast app and listen to...
Published 05/04/21
Today I actually speak to an old "friend" from school. Grant and I were not close while at high school together but I have watched and seen his growth in the photography world for the last couple of years. He is insanely talented. He has shot with international clients such and Vans and Levis. We reminisce about the good old days, share stories of wild teachers, talk about his burn out, find out how he developed his skill and talk about his new adventure - travelling the country in a Suzuki...
Published 04/14/21
Simmi sits down with someone who makes money from playing Games: Grant Hinds. We talk about games, chipping consoles, mention my feature on CNN, What you need to be good in making content and an array of games like Metal Gear Solid, Final Fantasy, OverWatch and we hear his cute love story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 03/05/21
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.
Published 02/15/21
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 moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Published 02/01/21
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.
Published 02/01/21
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.
Published 01/25/21
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.
Published 01/18/21
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...
Published 12/14/20
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.
Published 09/07/20
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.
Published 07/27/20