http://www.timeslive.co.za Sebenza: Behind the Hustle is a podcast that unravels the work that goes into the most inspiring careers and difficult journeys that aim to educate, inform and uplift young South Africans. An Arena Holdings Production. Keywords: youth, jobs, inspiration, South African job market, podcast, degrees, diplomas Careers oo Wed, 13 Feb 2019 13:11:20 +0200 Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:07:23 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.2.0 TimesLIVE Podcasts no Weekly feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p372/logo_4119_20250910_203115_1400.jpeg http://www.timeslive.co.za Sebenza: Behind the Hustle is a podcast that unravels the work that goes into the most inspiring careers and difficult journeys that aim to educate, inform and uplift young South Africans. TimesLIVE Podcasts episodic TimesLIVE Podcasts podcasts@arena.africa false ZA https://iono.fm/e/757493 https://iono.fm/e/757493
While many might view workplace bullying as another day at the office this migh not be the case for some. We speak to Clinical Psychologist, Sikander Kalla about how one can best identify if they are being bullied by a senior in the work place without losing their job. ]]> Careers Tue, 15 Oct 2019 08:06:00 +0200 0 0 Dealing with workplace bullies without getting fired 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 22:20 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/754643 https://iono.fm/e/754643 Careers Tue, 08 Oct 2019 10:29:00 +0200 0 0 How tech-education can solve the issue of a violent society 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 21:05 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/751735 https://iono.fm/e/751735 Careers Tue, 01 Oct 2019 08:02:00 +0200 0 0 Supa Strikas artist tells us how he has made a business of his talent 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 22:30 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/749362 https://iono.fm/e/749362
Based in the heart of Soweto, R1Wradio is educating minds and creating innovative thinking in terms of job opportunities in the township. Ndlovu explains the humble journey of his radio station from bedroom podcast to a station that pulls in big names like Ralf Gum. ]]> Careers Wed, 25 Sep 2019 08:38:00 +0200 0 0 This musician is changing lives in Soweto through radio 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 18:16 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/746237 https://iono.fm/e/746237 Careers Tue, 17 Sep 2019 08:16:00 +0200 0 0 How to get a job and stay in it! 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 26:36 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/743251 https://iono.fm/e/743251
As a woman in a male dominated industry, Zibani shares how she came to conquer the IT industry and how other women can do the same in their own spaces. ]]> Careers Tue, 10 Sep 2019 08:02:00 +0200 0 0 Black women need to take the lead in the 4th Industrial Revolution 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 26:48 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/740259 https://iono.fm/e/740259


We speak to Yalu co-founder, Tlalane Ntuli about her wonderful journey and what more millenials and entrepreneurs need to know about being money wise. ]]> Careers Tue, 03 Sep 2019 08:56:00 +0200 0 0 Here is why more millennials need to stop being broke know it-alls 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 27:18 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/737190 https://iono.fm/e/737190
As the head of noted Vuyani Dance Theatre, Maqoma has used his experience to usher in a new fleet of talents. We speak to the legendary dancer about making a business of his talent and how he continuous to remain innovative. ]]> Careers Tue, 27 Aug 2019 08:56:00 +0200 0 0 This dancer has made his talent a major business 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 27:05 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/733826 https://iono.fm/e/733826
Having saved up and invested into his future with €10,000 we speak to Pompigne-Mognard about the media landscape in Africa and what can best be done to improve it. ]]> Careers Mon, 19 Aug 2019 14:40:00 +0200 0 0 Journalist turned multimillionaire talks - here’s how media in Africa can improve 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 29:35 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/728368 https://iono.fm/e/728368
We have a chat with the Thebe Investment Group figurehead and what has come to define the work he has put into his many achievements. ]]> Careers Tue, 06 Aug 2019 14:19:00 +0200 0 0 Here is how Mabena is changing the business of tourism 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 22:18 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/721692 https://iono.fm/e/721692
We sit down with Dr Mia to learn more about his journey as one of South Africa’s got-to aestheticians and how he fell in love with aviation as a child and worked his way back into his passion as the mastermind behind the Pegasus Vertical Business Jet. ]]> Careers Tue, 23 Jul 2019 08:41:00 +0200 0 0 From Instagram beauty to penis enlargements, lets talk aesthetics! 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 24:28 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/712540 https://iono.fm/e/712540
We sit with the multi-talented entertainer and discuss the ins and outs of not only being in front of the mic and camera but behind the scenes. ]]> Careers Tue, 02 Jul 2019 12:08:00 +0200 0 0 Becoming a TV personality and entertainer 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 32:21 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/701350 https://iono.fm/e/701350
But how does the talented marketing guru and radio presenter balance the difficulties of demanding roles in the work space and still make it back home as a wife and a mother? We chat to the superstar about her journey thus far and what has played a role in having power and control in the direction of her career. ]]> Careers Wed, 19 Jun 2019 09:02:00 +0200 0 0 From teen model to brand influencer 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 25:17 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/698499 https://iono.fm/e/698499
We speak to the young star about her journey in gospel and how she plans on continuing a career that breaks boundaries. ]]> Careers Tue, 11 Jun 2019 08:28:00 +0200 0 0 Getting into gospel singing #hallelujah 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 12:34 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/695852 https://iono.fm/e/695852
With his fresh approach to giving access to less fortunate students, Rantloane has started the e-llumin8 app as a means of allowing students to download only the chapters that they need. We learn more about what inspired this young mind and his long journey to achieving a feat that hope to change the way we educate. ]]> Careers Tue, 04 Jun 2019 08:21:00 +0200 0 0 #Feesmustfall inspired this entrepreneur to start an innovative business 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 20:40 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/692598 https://iono.fm/e/692598
We speak to the young force about the ins and outs of his advocacy and the ever toxic space of social media.​ ]]> Careers Tue, 28 May 2019 07:00:00 +0200 0 0 Here is how you can use your voice as a tool to inform 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 24:07 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/690364 https://iono.fm/e/690364 Careers Tue, 21 May 2019 09:04:00 +0200 0 0 All you need to know about a career in public relations 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 25:19 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/684789 https://iono.fm/e/684789
We sit down with the multi-award winning “enemy of the ordinary” about his journey and pick his brain about the marketing industry and where it is going.​ ]]> Careers Mon, 06 May 2019 14:36:00 +0200 0 0 Getting to know the creative force behind South Africa’s go-to marketing company 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 26:40 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/682718 https://iono.fm/e/682718
We speak to marketing guru and podcast presenter, Livhuwanu “Lebo Lion” Nefolovhodwe about managing your brand effectively as well as Oldouz Mirzaie and Amelia Woudstra who are H&M’s Country Manager for South Africa and Press & Communications Manager respectively about their experience with cancel culture. ]]> Careers Tue, 30 Apr 2019 08:20:00 +0200 0 0 So your business has been cancelled? Here’s what to do 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 39:50 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/679416 https://iono.fm/e/679416 Dlamini is part of the organisation, Help a Learner Become a Student. The event will be hosting a Leadership Imbizo that will assist the 32 high schools they have identified.
Dlamini shares how this organisation came to be and the importance of the work that they do to empower the youths of their community. ]]> Careers Tue, 23 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 From learners to leaders: empowering students to make great changes in their communities 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 22:30 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/677380 https://iono.fm/e/677380
Of that number, those surveyed between the age of 24 and 44 were found to take up to 18 days of leave per annum. However, what happens when you are your own boss and need to keep not only your business afloat but your mental health as well.

We speak to presenter, producer and entertainer, Mon D about how he is dealing with his depression while paving his way in the entertainment industry. ]]> Careers Tue, 16 Apr 2019 15:07:00 +0200 0 0 How to deal with depression while running your business 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 23:38 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/674466 https://iono.fm/e/674466
This stat affects many including young go-getters who use these for a multitude of reasons.
We speak to Addictions Counselor and currently works for rehabilitation centre, We Do Recover.

To understand the drug addiction we speak to Gogo* who is currently dealing with the difficulties of her unemployed son fighting drug abuse.

Gogo shares how her son's addiction developed and how it has affected her family since. ]]> Careers Tue, 09 Apr 2019 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 Dealing with the difficulties of a drug addiction before it costs you your future 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 29:56 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/671821 https://iono.fm/e/671821
We speak to Buffer Magazine creator, Erica Watum and founder of online shop The Collective Johan Mahumane about sustainable fashion in South Africa.​ Is it growing or is a fruitless pursuit? ]]> Careers Tue, 02 Apr 2019 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 Fast fashion vs slow fashion, making sustainability a staple 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 25:14 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/669294 https://iono.fm/e/669294
Mphahlele left her studies in accounting to pursue studies a career as a cake maker. While she did not get the support she may have expected, Mphahlele takes us through the journey of leaving one future behind to pave the way for her own ambitions. ]]> Careers Tue, 26 Mar 2019 08:00:00 +0200 0 0 How you can pave your own way as a foodpreneur 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 23:05 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/666889 https://iono.fm/e/666889 Careers Tue, 19 Mar 2019 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 Why more small businesses need to branch into social media 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 15:14 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/664394 https://iono.fm/e/664394
Motene became a household name from her role in Generations. Since then, Motene has taken more roles behind the scenes and has even written her autobiography, ‘Reclaiming the Soil’.
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We chat to Motene about the work that went into publishing her first book, her work in the industry and how she has since become one of the biggest voices dismantling toxicity in the entertainment industry.

Do you have an inspiring story to tell? Are you an entrepreneur making big moves? Do you know of a small business that needs more support? Share your stories with us via e-mail sebenza@sowetanlive.co.za or reach out to us on social media @SebenzaLIVE on Twitter or Instagram. ]]> Careers Tue, 12 Mar 2019 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 The Jack of all trades 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 40:10 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/656828 https://iono.fm/e/656828
While he is working as a freelance content editor, Khumalo is also working on an organisation called the Phoenix Foundation which is his proactive approach at bringing about change in different communities. The Phoenix Foundation will be a direct approach that aims to fill a gap he recognised in the service delivery sector.

Kwazulu-Natal born Khumalo was crowned Mr Gay South Africa and Mr Gay Zambia in 2015 which became pivotal platforms for him to learn and contribute to the LGBTQI+ community. Khumalo also shares his commentary on social issues on Daily Maverick and ]]> Careers Tue, 05 Mar 2019 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 How this author proves that the pen is mightier than the sword 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 26:23 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/656885 https://iono.fm/e/656885 Whether he writes online or print, Tjiya has rubbed shoulders with the likes of Bonang Matheba and Jill Scott. We speak to him about what it takes to have a successful career in journalism and how his journey can inspire others. ]]> Careers Tue, 26 Feb 2019 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 JUST HAVE FUN: how to have a successful career in entertainment journalism 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 16:47 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/657698 https://iono.fm/e/657698 To understand how to take ownership of your own manuscript and make sure you rake in the profits, we speak to Lebo Nthongoa, about how she manages to juggle her career and promote her two part novel, The Nothing Ones.
Nthongoa was born in the Free State and grew up in Pretoria. After she worked as an au pair in the United States she took to her studies at the University of Pretoria and Unisa. She currently works as the Deputy Digital Editor of TimesLIVE. ]]> Careers Tue, 19 Feb 2019 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 How this author juggles her career and being a self-published author 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 27:25 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle https://iono.fm/e/654771 https://iono.fm/e/654771
To some she is the mother of her baby and to others she is the current general manager of the Soweto Theatre. With a music career that spans over eight years, we look back on many other career defining achievements made by Nomi including her tenure as the first female SRC president at the University of Fort Hare as well as taking on the helm of Eastern Cape based arts project at the Emthonjeni Arts Centre.

Nomsa shares how she continues to live her dream as a recording musician without going broke.

Nomsa on social:
Twitter - @nomisupasta
Instagram - @nomisaupasta
YouTube - LOSING MYSELF by Nomisupasta with Harrison Crump
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=co7kts8KPjc

To connect with the SebenzaLive team: sebenza@sowetanlive.co.za ]]> Careers Wed, 13 Feb 2019 13:13:00 +0200 0 0 How to find your art career without going broke 0 0 TimesLIVE Podcasts full 40:02 Sebenza: Behind the Hustle