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This week on Good Things with Brent Lindeque, I sit down with Melusi Tshabalala, the creative mind behind Everyday Zulu.

What started as daily Facebook posts has become a cultural movement, teaching isiZulu through humour, honesty and heart. We chat about language, laughter, and life as a modern South African.

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From a broken childhood to building a purpose-driven business, Darren Morris, CEO of Lucky Hustle, joins me on "Good Things with Brent Lindeque" to share his inspiring journey.

In this honest and uplifting conversation, Darren opens up about the challenges he faced growing up, the good people who helped him along the way, and how those experiences shaped his vision for an agency built on heart, kindness and meaning.

It’s a story of resilience, hope and the power of choosing to do good... even when life doesn’t start out that way.

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If there’s one thing South Africans know how to do, it’s laugh... even when life gets tough. And this week on Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we’re chatting to one of the greatest comedians to ever do it: the one and only Barry Hilton.

After more than 40 years of making people laugh across the globe, Barry Hilton is stepping into a new chapter, one that’s as heartfelt as it is hilarious.

“Laughter is without a doubt the best medicine for life’s challenges,” he says. “After more than 40 years as a professional comedian, I want to use my inspirational talk to show the world how humour can be a powerful tool for healing and resilience.”

Having performed in over 20 countries and delivered more than 6,000 gigs, Barry’s life on stage has been extraordinary. But beyond the spotlight, he’s been on a deeply personal journey, one that’s seen him face depression and come out stronger, ready to share the role humour played in his own healing.

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This week on Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we sit down with GridCars CEO Winstone Jordaan to unpack South Africa’s electric vehicle journey... where we are, what’s holding us back and how close we really are to an EV revolution.

From unfair import taxes to myths about charging and grid reliability, Winstone breaks down the truth about electric mobility and why it could save South Africans money while cleaning up our cities.

Watch now to see how technology, policy, and passion could drive South Africa into a cleaner, smarter and more sustainable future.

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This week on Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we’re chatting to Nic Latouf, one of the founders of The Lekker Network... a global community bringing South Africans together from eKapa to the Cayman Islands.

It all started with one simple idea: “South Africans are South Africa’s most valuable export.”

From entrepreneurs and executives to everyday legends doing extraordinary things, The Lekker Network is proving that when South Africans unite, magic happens... opportunities grow, stories shine and the spirit of Ubuntu goes global.

Watch the full conversation to discover how two friends, Nic Latouf and Renier Lombard, are turning pride into purpose and helping South Africans make the world a little more lekker.

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This week on Good Things with Brent Lindeque, I chat to Gareth Armstrong from RMB and Professor Jerome Loveland from Surgeons for Little Lives — a non-profit changing the future of paediatric care in South Africa.

We talk about the incredible work they do, how RMB helped transform the paediatric burns unit at Baragwanath Hospital into a world-class facility, and why this partnership is giving children the chance to heal, play and dream again.

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There’s something inspiring about sitting down with people who are shaping the digital landscape in South Africa and beyond. On this week’s “Good Things with Brent Lindeque”, I had the privilege of chatting to Reece Meyer and Chae Francois from Ace Labs... a Cape Town-based creative agency that is proving what’s possible when passion, strategy, and a love for storytelling collide.

We dived into conversations about social media, advertising, content creation (like, we go deep into this), AI and yes even that incredible moment of being featured on Forbes!

Co-founded by Nadia Jaftha, Reece Meyer, and Chae Francis, this powerhouse team is helping both creators and brands build sustainable businesses around the globe.

For creators, Ace Labs is all about empowerment, giving content creators the tools, insights, and partnerships they need to grow their audiences, monetise their content and land meaningful brand deals. For brands, it’s about building strategy, running social media campaigns, and connecting with audiences in authentic ways. From brand positioning to digital marketing, Ace Labs has become a trusted partner for companies wanting to thrive in a fast-paced digital era.

In our conversation, Reece and Chae opened up about their journey, the challenges of building a creative business and their vision for the future. It’s a story filled with insights, humour, and the kind of good news that makes you believe in the power of collaboration.

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This week on Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we visit TNG Day Care in Boschkop, a joyful, nurturing space built by Notombi and Tebogo. From babies to six-year-olds, the little ones here are learning, growing, and thriving… and yes, even gardening!

This episode is part of our Budget Insurance x Good Things Guy partnership, shining a light on everyday heroes doing extraordinary things.

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This week’s episode is something truly special. I sat down with Joy Steffens, also known as Mammabear Joy, whose story captured South Africa’s hearts during lockdown.

After tragically losing her son Dylan to cancer at just 22 years old, Joy decided to honour his dream of becoming a DJ. At the age of 60, she went to DJ school, learned to mix house music, and now plays on stages across the country... even opening the main stage of one of South Africa’s biggest dance festivals.

Her journey is about more than music. It’s about love, resilience and keeping a dream alive through courage and rhythm.

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Julia Anastasopoulos, the brilliant mind behind Suzelle DIY, Tali Babes, and Natalie, joins me on Good Things with Brent Lindeque.

We dive into her journey as an actor, writer, and creator, and explore how her characters have become part of South African culture.

From viral YouTube moments to award-winning shows, Julia’s work is all about laughter, connection and storytelling that feels real. She shares the inspiration behind her iconic characters, the creative process that brings them to life and why humour is such a powerful way to bring people together.

If you love good stories, South African creativity, and a few laughs along the way, this is one conversation you don’t want to miss.

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