Best JacPod Podcasts (2024)

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Fighting an invisible enemy 24:04

1h ago24:04

24:04

Imagine living with a disease that means you cannot eat most foods, keeps you out of school, blemishes your skin and forces you to move cities - but no one has a cure, and some doctors don't even believe you. This is the story of Princess Mahogo, a young South African woman who battled celiac disease for 19 years before she was diagnosed. She tells…

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Why your vote could decide SA's election 30:23

24d ago30:23

30:23

Not since 1994 has there been this much hype for a South African election! And young people may swing the outcome, despite many expressing apathy and gloom at South Africa's current state. Renowned political scientist Dr. Sithembile Mbete tells Don't Hold Back host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba exactly why every single vote DOES matter, and reveals why …

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From Soweto to the World Stage: Chef Wandile's story 31:19

2M ago31:19

31:19

Chef Wandile Mabaso's hard shifts in the kitchen have taken him from coveted restaurants in the USA and France to cooking for world leaders in South Africa. Not bad for a man from Soweto whose peers once laughed at him taking cooking classes! Chef Wandile shares his recipe for success with Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba on what it takes to be part of the…

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Fighting back against cyberbullies (Emma Sadleir) 32:36

3M ago32:36

32:36

For lawyer Emma Sadleir, there are tough cases, and then there are cyberbullying cases. The growing trend is victims are getting younger, and perpetrators are harder to catch. Not even host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba is safe, but Emma - an expert on social media law - has some tips for her and others on how to fight back. Also, if you are affected by…

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Unmasking men’s mental health battles (Seth Pimentel) 22:57

4M ago22:57

22:57

In this episode of 'Don't Hold Back', host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba talks with South African artist Seth Pimentel about his journey with mental health and art. Seth shares his experiences with Bipolar, which involved being misdiagnosed and taking the wrong medication in his early twenties. Seth says that art gave him a powerful outlet to express hi…

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Why AI won't steal your job just yet (Graeme Codrington) 29:21

5M ago29:21

29:21

We invented tech to make our lives easier, not replace us! And with the development of AI, our lives are already impacted. But by how much? Global speaker, TEDx veteran, author, and Futurist Graeme Codrington provides Don’t Hold Back’s Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba with the hard facts on some of the disrupting forces shaping our future work. Qamngana-Ma…

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Why SA's sporting heroes are changemakers (BONUS EPISODE) 24:46

6M ago24:46

24:46

Maphuti Hlako might be the biggest fan of South African athletes. She travels the world with the nation's top sportsmen and women and is one of the few South African women in the male-dominated business to launch her own communications company focusing on sports PR. In this lively talk with "Don't Hold Back" podcast host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba — …

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Meet South Africa’s TikTok Queen (Tums the Narrator) 22:00

6M ago22:00

22:00

What began as a way to pass time during COVID-19 lockdowns has become a calling card for Tumi Mmope: she's now an award-winning TikToker and content creator. And it all started with her local neighbourhood WhatsApp chat group. Tumi, better know as ‘Tums the Narrator’ won the DStv Content Creator of the Year Award in September. But not everybody has…

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Huge pressure on new moms to 'be perfect' (Sam Cowen) 33:04

7M ago33:04

33:04

Content creator, author, HIV activist, and "Don't Hold Back" podcast host, Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba, is a new mother, and she was taken aback by the sudden highs and lows of this new journey. Many young women fight a silent battle against postpartum depression. To help break the stigma surrounding the so-called 'baby blues', Nozi's joined this time…

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Stop apologising for changing jobs! - Mzamo Masito 40:35

7M ago40:35

40:35

Google's CMO Africa, Mzamo Masito, went from fighting to make ends meet to being a South African captain of industry - but his journey is littered with battles and second-guessing. Not what you'd expect from a high-flying executive. He tells Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba why young South Africans should NOT idolise Elon Musk, why Ubuntu is so underrated,…

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Black Tax and how to deal with it (Skhu Mayaba) 28:42

1+ y ago28:42

28:42

In our season finale, Nozibele looks at Black Tax: what it means, why it’s a taboo topic, and how to navigate it in families. Nozi holds a frank discussion with an extra-special guest, her husband Skhu Mayaba, which allows listeners a unique insight into how Black Tax impacts relationships from friends to family to spouses. Nozi and Skhu also discu…

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Multi-millionaire by 30: Boxing champ Brian Mitchell on staying humble 29:10

1+ y ago29:10

29:10

In the latest episode of The Money Podcast, Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester talk to Brian Mitchell - the first South African to be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame. Mitchell was rated the world's best junior-lightweight boxer from 1986 to his retirement in 1991. Mitchell shares his experiences of early wealth in boxing, his enco…

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Giancarlo Filomeno drops the hard truth about money & life - CJS Securities 29:46

1+ y ago29:46

29:46

In the latest episode of ‘The Money Podcast’, CJS Securities director Giancarlo Filomeno pulls no punches about his personal experiences with money and what it takes to succeed in business. Giancarlo holds nothing back and talks straight from the heart as he drops his fascinating and insightful life-lessons in a truly candid manner. He also opens u…

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Breaking Barriers with Cheslyn Jacobs: TymeBank CCO's Inspiring Story 40:16

1+ y ago40:16

40:16

In the latest episode of ‘The Money Podcast’ we sit down with Cheslyn Jacobs, the Chief Commercial Officer of TymeBank – billed as one of the world’s fastest-growing digital banks. Cheslyn shares his incredible journey from growing up in the Cape Flats to climbing the corporate ladder and the lessons he has learned about money, people and wealth al…

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Breaking Barriers: From Disney to Nandos to leading a top radio station 22:32

1+ y ago22:32

22:32

Managing a top business is difficult... doing it several times over with different companies is even tougher. What does it take? In the latest episode of ‘Don’t Hold Back’, Managing Director of Jacaranda FM Deirdre King tells her remarkable story of how she shattered the glass ceiling as a woman in the boardrooms of corporate South Africa. Deirdre …

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Adii Pienaar on reaching international success and lessons learned 39:27

1+ y ago39:27

39:27

In this episode of The Money Podcast we talk to Adii Pienaar, a trail blazer and massively successful tech entrepreneur about his biggest successes and failures with money. Adii – co-founder of WooThemes/WooCommerce and author of 'Life Profitability'- discloses his biggest regrets, the lessons he learned as a tech entrepreneur and how he built and …

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Momentum’s Jeanette Marais gets real about outliving your money 50:24

1+ y ago50:24

50:24

Have you ever stopped to think if you may one day outlive your money? In other words, retire one day and not have enough money to live on. It’s something that Jeanette Marais, the deputy CEO of Momentum Metropolitan Holdings, has mulled over long and hard. “I think that is the worst thing that can happen to people. That you outlive your money,” she…

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‘Got fired into my dream job’ (Naledi Mallela) 30:42

1+ y ago30:42

30:42

Can you imagine going from unemployed and broke to making it as a social media content creator? Naledi Mallela was down and out but the rising YouTube star picked herself up - and learned some valuable skills along the way! She chats with Don't Hold Back's Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba over the customary snack and the pair get on like a house on fire! C…

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Gideon Galloway's incredible story on starting King Price 27:11

1+ y ago27:11

27:11

In this episode of The Money Podcast, Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester talk to Gideon Galloway about how he started King Price Insurance as well as his personal views on money and wealth creation. Gideon has a unique approach to creating a great work culture and he shares it with The Money Podcast, along with the thing that inspires him to show up …

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Billionaire Vivian Reddy reveals his secrets to a successful life 54:30

1+ y ago54:30

54:30

Self-made billionaire businessman and philanthropist, Vivian Reddy, says it was an inspiring meeting in 1971 with American astronaut Neil Armstrong, who became the first person to walk on the Moon in 1969, that set him on a course to reach for the stars. The Durban-born founder of Edison Power and youngest of nine children is this week’s guest on T…

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Finding love and revealing your HIV status to a partner (Saidy Brown) 26:16

1+ y ago26:16

26:16

Dating is tricky at the best of times - but can love conquer all, even the complications around a positive HIV status? In this episode, HIV/AIDS activist and digital creator Saidy Brown shares her story, and her experience on living with HIV, including navigating love, dating and how to reveal your status to a lover. Saidy was born with HIV. She fo…

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DealersOnline Co-Founder William Miller talks life and money 32:15

1+ y ago32:15

32:15

In this episode of The Money Podcast, Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester talk to William Miller, the co-founder and CEO of DealersOnline, South Africa’s largest vehicle auction platform for dealerships. William shares his personal journey in entrepreneurship with us; opening up about scaling businesses and what it takes to take your business offshore…

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Michael Jordaan’s secrets on money and leadership 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

36:34

In the latest episode of The Money Podcast, Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester talk to Michael Jordaan - the former CEO of FNB and co-founder of Bank Zero. Jordaan is a successful venture capitalist and one of South Africa’s thought leaders in business, banking, and technology. Jordaan opens up about his leadership secrets and drops incredible nugget…

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Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp shares her incredible wisdom about money and life 44:23

1+ y ago44:23

44:23

In the latest episode of The Money Podcast we talk to award-winning TV and radio presenter, Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp, and ask her about her personal relationship with money. Elana holds nothing back, sharing her personal money lessons and wisdom with us, as well as giving us an insight into what it has taken to work her way to the top by managing he…

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Wahl Bartmann, Fidelity Security CEO, opens up about money & wealth 24:42

1+ y ago24:42

24:42

In this episode of The Money Podcast we talk to Wahl Bartmann, the CEO of Fidelity Security Services to find out about his relationship with money. Wahl opens up about his biggest mistakes with money and shares some incredibly entertaining stories about his early rugby career and how his career has evolved to the point where he runs the one of larg…

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Can Western psychology and traditional healing co-exist? (Anele Siswana) 32:18

1+ y ago32:18

32:18

How do we know what our calling is, and what do we listen for? Clinical psychologist and traditional healer Anele Siswana has had to answer this question many times over his remarkable, groundbreaking career. From combining both African traditional spirituality with Western clinical psychology, to almost becoming a Christian pastor to reckoning wit…

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Ocean Basket CEO - Grace Harding 32:10

1+ y ago32:10

32:10

In our first episode of Season 5 of The Money Podcast, Justin and Dawie talk to Grace Harding, the CEO of Ocean Basket to find out what motivates her. We get the inside scoop on her career journey and her path to CEO of one of South Africa’s most recognizable restaurant brands. Grace Harding shares her opinions on wealth, money and people with us a…

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Spoiling your family with no money 13:44

1+ y ago13:44

13:44

Most parents want to do the best they can for their kids, and when it comes to treating our kids when times are lean, many parents are left feeling guilty. In this episode of The Money Podcast Justin and Dawie discuss ways that you can pamper your kids without spending any money, and why it’s important to build a culture around values rather than m…

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What to do if you’re blacklisted 14:39

1+ y ago14:39

14:39

If you've been blacklisted or are worried that you might have been blacklisted and want to know how to deal with this, then you’ll want to listen to this episode of The Money Podcast. Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester explain how you can find out if you’ve been blacklisted, what you need to do if you have been blacklisted, as well as explaining what…

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How to make your money work for you (Bronson Friedman) 23:12

1+ y ago23:12

23:12

We all want to be millionaires... or at the very least have enough money to get by! Unfortunately, that's generally easier said than done. Host Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba chats to Johannesburg-based Wealth Strategist Bronson Friedman, who lets us in on a few secrets on how you can you save, and even make money, in a post-pandemic economy. #BronsonFri…

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How to deal with debt collectors 15:30

1+ y ago15:30

15:30

If you find yourself in a position where creditors or debt collectors are calling you non-stop and you are frustrated, then this episode of The Money Podcast is for you. In this episode, self-made entrepreneurs Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester provide some practical tips on how to deal with debt collectors and creditors as well as how to negotiate …

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How to recession-proof your business 15:12

1+ y ago15:12

15:12

Recessions have a massive impact on the economy with many small businesses often going out of business, as they’re unable to remain competitive as a result of shrinking margins and increasing operating costs. In this episode of The Money Podcast, wealth creators and entrepreneurs Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester talk about what it takes to remain c…

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How to recession-proof your career 15:37

1+ y ago15:37

15:37

Recessions and job cuts go hand in hand because during recessions companies have less money and the result is inevitably job cuts. So the question is how can you recession-proof your career, and ensure that you become indispensable in your job. In this episode of The Money Podcast Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester tackle this subject from the unique…

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How to deal with increased living costs 14:21

2y ago14:21

14:21

It’s hard to miss the fact that the cost of living is spiralling out of control, with the most basic daily items in our lives having become a luxury over the past few months. Most people are not only feeling the pinch, but feeling the emotional impact of having to make do with less, and this in turn is creating a massive amount of pessimism. In thi…

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Take back control of your life! (Kagiso Msimango) 33:14

2y ago33:14

33:14

(Strong language advisory) Acclaimed author and energy healer Kagiso Msimango lays out how we can manage toxic relationships without hurting ourselves. She sits down with Don't Hold Back host Nozibele Qamngana Mayaba over the customary snack and reveals how we often still have control over our lives, even if all seems lost. Among other things, they…

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How to invest during a recession 16:09

2y ago16:09

16:09

Recessions present a very unique opportunity for investing, and smart investors know that this is the single greatest opportunity to make money. This is contrary to everything that you will hear during a recession and in this episode of The Money Podcast Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester explain why a recession presents one of the biggest and most u…

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How to save money on electricity 15:33

2y ago15:33

15:33

The cost of electricity is up 753% since 2007 leaving the average household in South Africa with a massive burden when it comes to the cost of powering their homes. In the latest episode of The Money Podcast, Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester tackle electricity prices and discuss which appliances use the most electricity in our homes. Some of these …

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How to save on groceries 15:46

2y ago15:46

15:46

With the cost of groceries having skyrocketed over the past few months, many consumers are left feeling confused and afraid of what the future holds. In this episode of The Money Podcast Justin and Dawie explain why the cost of general foodstuff has risen so sharply, and provide a view on where things are going in terms of future pricing around the…

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Petrol prices, fuel taxes exposed - plus fuel-saving tips 15:02

2y ago15:02

15:02

With our fuel prices at record high levels and consumers already stretched to the limit, everyone wants to know when the fuel price will come down again to reasonable levels. In this episode of The Money Podcast self-made entrepreneurs Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester talk about the recent fuel prices, and the taxes associated with our fuel prices …

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‘Sport gave me back my mental health’ (Patience Ramavhale) 22:00

2y ago22:00

22:00

Sports coach and mentor Patience Ramavhale battled mental illness from a young age, abused by a parent. Her first suicide attempt was when she was in Grade 2. It was her love for sport and passion for coaching that saw her triumph over the trauma and devote her life to helping other young athletes. Patience shares her inspiring story with Don’t Hol…

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Surviving the recession in South Africa – MORE practical tips! 14:19

2y ago14:19

14:19

Recessions are brutal for the average consumer. As the cost-of-living skyrockets, most people are forced to make do with less, with many struggling to make it through each month. During a recession, the price of everything goes up, while the rate of earning often stays the same, which means that the average person frequently has less money at the e…

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What is a recession - and how do we survive it? 9:30

2y ago9:30

9:30

We’ve all heard that a recession is upon us, but what exactly is a recession, and how does a recession impact the average consumer in South Africa? In this episode of The Money Podcast, self-made entrepreneurs Justin Harrison and Dawie Bester break down a recession in layman's terms. They explain why and how it impacts the average consumer, what we…

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What is a healthy relationship with alcohol? (Clive Vanderwagen) 30:36

2y ago30:36

30:36

What's your relationship with alcohol? How do you know when drinking has become a problem rather than just a 'good time'? In a frank and honest discussion, Nozibele chats to Clive Vanderwagen - a motivational speaker, TEDx speaker and mindset coach - on everything from binge drinking to mindfulness to hangover cures, and on how developing a healthy…

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Fighting back against an abusive relationship (Lona Bawuti) 34:06

2y ago34:06

34:06

How can you tell if you're in an abusive relationship? It may seem 'cute' when your lover always wants to be by your side. Until one day, they're physically dragging you away from a family event. "Everything had to be approved by him. All the time, all the time...and then the beating started," recalls Lona Bawuti, an activist and survivor of gender…

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Don't hold back - launches on Wednesday! 0:31

2y ago0:31

0:31

A brand new podcast for Mzansi, 'Don't hold back' - launches on Wednesday! Catch up with our host Nozibele · More information about this podcast · The 77 Percent (DW Africa)By Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba

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Don't hold back - Launching 6 July, 2022! 1:03

2y ago1:03

1:03

Money, sex, relationships, addiction, careers and more! Young South Africans chat openly and frankly about their experiences in these videos hosted by Nozibele Qamngana-Mayaba. Imagine if there was a place where everyone could open up about their experiences. That's what “Don't hold back” is all about! Young South Africans chat frankly about everyt…

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Budget as a team! 11:32

2y ago11:32

11:32

There is no shortage of information about budgeting, but there is one missing piece of the puzzle that no one talks about. In this episode of The Money Podcast, Justin and Dawie discuss the importance of getting the entire family involved in the budgeting process. Not only will this help with communication in the marriage, but it will also teach gr…

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Do you hate insurance? 16:21

2y ago16:21

16:21

Insurance is a grudge purchase! We pay a small fortune for something we might never even use. While none of us like paying for insurance, not having it can result in immense stress and lead to financial disaster. In this episode of The Money Podcast, Justin and Dawie will discuss the necessity of having insurance and they’ll give you a list of insu…

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Should you side hustle? 11:37

2y ago11:37

11:37

With rising interest rates and higher living costs, many people are looking for side hustles to earn extra income. In this episode of The Money Podcast, Justin and Dawie talk about people's biggest mistakes when looking for side hustles. They also discuss an easy, more effective way of earning extra money by leveraging your existing skills instead …

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Brokers make you broke! 14:46

2y ago14:46

14:46

In the past, it used to be extremely difficult to invest in stocks and most of the time you had to use a broker to do it for you. Now with the likes of EasyEquities, it can be as simple as clicking a button. In this episode, Justin and Dawie discuss the pros and cons of using a broker. They discuss how fees can erode 40% of your portfolio and how t…

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