Celebrate Southern Africa Book Festival 2023 This series is about Southern African writers and Southern African writers, wherever they are in the world. Meet Deon Newbronner Deon is an author, podcaster and proud dad. He works with global leaders to communicate with gravitas, and FTSE 100 companies to influence policymakers and regulators beyond th…

In this episode, I explore the paradox of happiness. I suggest we shift our focus from the relentless pursuit of joy and achievement. Instead, focus on cultivating peace with the present moment. I mean to question the limitations of popular self-help advice (which I have listened to) that emphasises searching for happiness is missintruptred as livi…

Experiencing broken trust can leave us wary and sceptical, impacting relationships. This can lead to "betrayal trauma," causing symptoms similar to PTSD, such as hypervigilance and emotional numbing. In this episode, I share my experience and seek to help you overcome distrust, embrace mindfulness and impermanence to stay present and process emotio…

In this episode, Annabell Kay and I chat about life’s curveballs and the little things that really run the show. We dive into the big, scary changes that just drop in unannounced and the tiny tweaks we make every day that actually shape our lives. We unpack the drama of major shifts and celebrate the subtle power of baby steps. I guess it’s… life I…

In this episode, I chew the phat with Naom Azran about "success is complete immersion", connection, relationships with animals and one another, labels and their unnecessariness hardship and its value for the stuff of life, and everything else besides. Speaking of labels (the unnecessary bit of life), Noam is a cowboy, a farmer, a dad, an entreprene…

In this episode, I chew the phat with gorgeous Conor Randall in sunny Australia. Yup, he is cute. Conor was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer back in the latter part of 2021, and he was given eight weeks to live. He is on a mission to help others with cancer get through it. We talk about choice, perseverance, responsibility and so much more. For me, it…

In this episode, Cortney McDermott and I explore the role of detachment in leadership. We unravel how non-attachment, often misunderstood, is a powerful strategy for leaders to navigate business complexities with clarity and innovation. We dissect the balance between engagement and emotional distance, showing how it leads to resilient and adaptable…

In this episode, I chat with Laurence Paquette about the intricacies of identity, self-perception, and their impact on on our lives and leadership. We explore the impact of adhering too rigidly to a fixed self-image can limit success in dynamic professional settings. We laugh and unpack the value of seeing reality as it is, rather than how we wish …

Celebrate Southern Africa Book Festival 2023 This series is about Southern African writers and Southern African writers, wherever they are in the world. Meet Treive Nicholas Treive, the author of 'A Nun and the Pig. Treive shares his passion for the history of the Eastern Cape, his adventures exploring the life of a Xhosa girl who had an incredible…

The 'disconnection dilemma' examines how we are increasingly lost in a sea of digital distractions, from the mildly irritating to the perilously harmful. In this episode, Nick Looby and I explore the philosophy of human-centred communication and argue for a more thoughtful, intentional, and personal approach to our lives. We take a critical look at…

Emotional intelligence is defined as our ability to understand and manage our emotions and to recognise and influence the feelings of those around us. In this episode, Marika Messenger and I discuss how this intersects with leadership. Conscious leadership is more than just self-awareness; it intentionally focuses on the bigger picture, fostering a…

Celebrate Southern Africa Book Festival 2023 This series is about Southern African writers and Southern African writers, wherever they are in the world. Meet Dawn A Denton Dawn is a writer, speaker, and trainer and is the Chief Ubuntu Officer at Celebrate Southern Africa. In this episode, the 'tables are turned' as Dawn is interviewed by fellow wri…

This is the third episode in the series Disentangling Me. You can find episode one here or search for episode 95. Find episode two here. Or search for episode 102. In this third episode, we delve into the compelling world of collective illusions, where societal expectations often overshadow individual authenticity. Join me and Michele Cheyne of Wis…

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our final speaker Delight Mapasure is an award-winning entrepreneur who successfully created a six figure food brand from her kitchen …

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our seventh speaker Curiosity, creativity, passion for people, culture, and tradition have given Eugenie Drakes a wealth of life exper…

Join me and Steve Lappin as we dive into the beauty of living in the present. We laugh over the quirks of daily life and discuss how easy it is to be consumed by routine. In this episode, we explore the simplicity of awareness and question why we often overcomplicate the notion of 'living in the now'. Embrace this chat as a gentle push to slow down…

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our sixth speaker For as long as she can remember, all Hayley Joy Weinberg dreamt of doing was making a difference. She also dreamt of…

Exploring why we are constantly chasing more, striving for the next best thing, and how this relentless pursuit can often leave us feeling empty and unsatisfied. I reflect on the illusion of choice and how true freedom is not found in the abundance of choices but in understanding and embracing the present moment.…

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our fifth speaker Hayley Reichert is a Mortgage & Protection (Life Insurance) Adviser. She is also a prolific South African campaigner…

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our fourth speaker With a lot of courage June Whiteman and her family relocating to the Isle of Man in 2001. There is nothing like mov…

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our third speaker Karen van der Poll, leadership and relationship coach with an unsaturated interest in Emotional Intelligence as key …

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our second speaker Natalie King is an introvert who loves country music and the sound of rain. After many years of bullying and having…

South Africa's National Women's Day 2023 The theme for this year is RESILIENCE. We had eight wonderfully inspirational women present their ideas around resilience LIVE on the Celebrate Southern Africa Facebook Page. Our first speaker Pumela Salela is a Visionary Catalyst. She helps individuals, organisations, and countries ignite their spark and fu…

Delving into the essence of reality versus our personal perceptions with Nick Boxall-Hunt. We explore the profound significance of connections, integrity, and trust in our daily lives and the sales world. Join us as we unpack the foundational elements that shape our experiences and relationships.By Deon Newbronner

Diana Grant started her self-love journey when she was a teenager. She also found Louise Hay and realised that life is all about love! Today Diana helps people access ways to love themselves, practise self-care and find balance. She is a speaker, author, coach and self-love revolutionary. You can find out more about Diana on her website: https://di…

Marinus has been on a 25-year journey since being diagnosed with Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy. In this episode Marinus shares about his disease, disability access in South Africa, and his writing. And what an inspiration he is! All profits from his book, The Alienation Gene, go to the Muscular Dystrophy Foundation South Africa: https://www.mdsa.o…

Delving into the heart of overwhelm - what it truly means, why it's more than just a fleeting feeling, and how it impacts our daily lives. I talk to two friends, Annie and Michele, as we go beyond identifying the problem to provide real, actionable solutions. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues, dealing with bereavement, or just strug…

In this episode, I delve into the transformative power of your unique presence in communication. I suggest how your personal presence can morph speaking and presenting into a deeply impactful and unforgettable experience.By Deon Newbronner

The value of giving is multifaceted, extending beyond the act itself to positively impact both the giver and the receiver. In this episode, I chat with my dearest friend of 30 years, local Counsellor Dawn Denton, about the value of giving. We unpack the simple art of giving and its impact on us. We remind ourselves that it isn’t just about making d…

Hazel started her sheepskin slipper journey when she bought surplus slippers from her mom who hand-made them in the Eastern Cape. Although it is a competitive market, Sheepskin Slippers SA has grown because of Hazel's resilience and desire to learn. Today, wherever you are in the world, you can order them for your loved ones in South Africa. Browse…

Debs Morris remembers her grandfather as a master storyteller. After he died she found a pile of letters and papers about his life as a doctor in the UK and South Africa. She researched his journey and made contact with people who still remembered him - and the babies he delivered who are now elderly. This book was an emotional journey for Debs, an…

In this episode, I chat to myself. Yup, it's just me sharing with you. My focus in this episode is unlocking the power of connecting through presence. In this episode, I use a work-related interaction to help explain the value of presence, this energy we have that we connect to when we talk to or communicate with each other. It is so much more than…

Are you tired of feeling like the world is against you? Do you feel like life is not what it seems? In this thought-provoking, episode Florian Zocher and I explore why we should embrace reality and learn to understand the difference between our perceived version of reality and what is actually real. Join us as we take a deep dive into the power of …

This is the second episode in the series Disentangling Me. You can find episode one here or go to podcast episode number 95. In this episode, Michelle Cheyne and I explore and unpick the essence of our true nature and how to live it. Now because it's me, I like to discuss "the how". I'm not just interested in knowing that there's more to us than fl…

Mandy Whyman fell in love with poetry and Shakespeare through her grandmother. After she got her English degree she started her writing career as a journalist in South Africa. Mandy taught English but now tutors and enjoys writing poetry, short stories, and novels. 'Like Water' is the book she talks about in this episode, along with how she finds h…

We all want to contribute to a better future for ourselves, our family, the people we work with. It's natural to want to make a difference, be useful, and have a purpose. In this episode, Sally Pritchett and I discuss how business owners can change the face of business by helping employees embrace the unknown. We can build a better future now, by p…

Our world is obsessed with us finding happiness, living our purpose and leaving a legacy. In this episode, Claire Curzon and I have a laugh and create plenty of joyous moments as we explore the value of relationships and consider whether they are necessary for "this pursuit of happiness" and living a full life. We discuss the wide array of rewards …

Jill Wallace is a South African Realtor, based in Florida, USA. She started her writing career as a screenwriter, teaching herself everything she could. After an interesting and sad experience in Los Angeles, she turned her attention to converting her script to a book. Today she has published two books, both based in South Africa: Zebra: Friends by…

"I was born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa. In 2001 my family and I moved to the UK in search of a better life for our children. My interest in baking started in the kitchen with my mother. Being her assistant, I would peel the potatoes, taking mental notes of recipes and handy tips. You’d think by me spending all the time in the kitchen I’d…

Food and belonging are two of the basic necessities of life, and central to our identity. We meet for breakfast networking, we take part in power lunch meetings, we have people over for dinner, we sometimes get together for family dinners, or we eat alone, and occasionally we eat as part of a community or event. Food is key to who we are. In this e…

What is the key to success, to life? So many answers to this question. Or simply, a learning disposition. In this episode, my guest Julian Ranger and I explore the key personal attributes to making a success of whatever it is you do. We discuss the value of swimming with whales. How to develop a learning mindset? What optimism looks like and how it…

Monya Kilian Palmer is a chef and culinary consultant originally from Cape Town, South Africa. Since moving to the UK in 2012, she has worked for both Heston Blumenthal’s Fat Duck Group and Le Cordon Bleu International and continues to assist clients all over the world with their culinary projects. Monya is a passionate ambassador of the ketogenic …

Andy Copps left the corporate world of accounting to embrace a career in storytelling. His children's book, 'My Pug Named Hugg' was inspired by a pug while visiting his family in South Africa. Andy chats about using storytelling in STEM-based education (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), his Roald Dahl licence, how he wrote his boo…

After realising the impact his haemophilia was having on his family and his ability to be a father, Cobus Visser decided to use everything he had learned on his journey of personal development. He was able to get out of the wheelchair and climb Kilimanjaro. Today he gains his inspiration from Neuro Linguistic Programming, gurus like Tony Robbins, a…

For 20 years Deon Newbronner has crafted his storytelling techniques to deliver workshops and residential retreats to support CEOs and business leaders to develop their own public speaking skills and find their purpose. His recent book, 'Smart Storytelling', is a collection of the resources he has developed to deliver this training over the years. …

Gavin Prinsloo found himself in a very dark place. Poetry helped him explore his thoughts and emotions, and he has now published 4 books and has written thousands of poems. You can find all his work on Amazon and you can connect with him on: Facebook: Pieces of my Mind Facebook: Dark Impressions of Life TikTok: Soul Whisperer…

Willem van der Walt was inspired to write by his primary school teachers. He has written ever since. In this episode, Willem chats about flash fiction, short stories, his love of fables, and teaching English in South Korea. Willem's English blogs are Will Will Travel and Parabox Box. His Afrikaans blogs are Binnetoe and Loer Toer. His books are ava…

Over the years Treive Nicholas has been stalked by a Jaguar in the Amazon, charged at by a rhino in Namibia, corralled by Oryx in the UAE, and come eye-to-eye with bull sharks on the ocean floor in Mexico. In 1980 he spent time teaching in South Africa. A Nun and the Pig Tales from South Africa is his first book. He is currently drafting his second…

Our intuition grounds us. Our second-guessing (thoughts and ruminations) creates a perception of reality, not the actual experience. In this episode, my guest Jannine Barron, and I discuss "how we truly know." We explore what it means to tap into your intuition; by simply reading the evidence (your data) arising before a decision or choice.…

Jean Creasey met her hubby in a nightclub in Edinburgh. She was cheeky enough to ask him to marry her for a passport. But they fell in love and now they run their business together in Welkom in South Africa. Jean has a passion for health products and supporting people to live their lives to the optimum. And if you have friends and family in South A…