The Road to Satori

This is part two of my discussion with close friend, model and photographer Benjamin Kerton-Johnson. Ben is currently based in the UK and shares some insightful opinions on why we as a society shouldn’t have gender-oriented clothing. Today we talk all about toxic masculinity, toxic heteronormativity, sexuality, and freedom of expression. Tune in!

Today I am sitting down with a close friend, model, photographer and an all round creative, Benjamin Kerton-Johnson. Ben has spent his last few months living in the beautiful city of Cape Town, and is a proud graduate from the University of Leeds and UCT where he majored in International History and Politics. Originally from the UK, Ben’s extensive travels have given him a broad perspective of life and the people he encounters in it. In this two part episode, we tackle the “taboo” topic of gender-oriented clothing. Here we dive deep into discussions about toxic masculinity, toxic heteronormativity, sexuality, and freedom of expression. Tune in!

Today I’m sitting down with the South African entrepreneur and business consultant, Brian Mlambo. Brian is a final year Accounting student at the University of Cape Town, who has been juggling a busy schedule of being a full time undergraduate whilst simultaneously running his two companies Akha Ventures and Zero1 Creations. Brian shares with us a bit more about how he got started on his path of entrepreneurship, along with some of the valuable lessons that he’s learnt in his years as a young black South African business owner. Brian has hosted multiple events and seminars that give small businesses practical ways to grow within an increasingly competitive environment. From failures to fortunes, the importance of collaboration and why surrounding yourself with the right people is so crucial for your company’s success — this episode discusses it all. Tune in!

This episode I am talking with Visual Artist and Creative Entrepreneur, Lethabo Six (IG: @lethabosix). We discuss his personal journey as a young South African creative and how he came to get involved in the industry of Creative Media and Environmental Architecture. Lethabo shares his views on the importance of building positive support systems for entrepreneurs — and shares how he manages such a bustling schedule as an active cultural shaper. This episode is all about Creation, Collaboration and Community. Tune in!

Today I am sitting down with South African Actor and close friend Lungelo Tyson Mathonsi. In this episode we discuss some of the details and happenings within the South African film industry. Tyson explains to us how he went from initially wanting to be a professional rugby player to finally starting his acting career, the useful insights that he’s learnt in his years as an actor, how he keeps himself motivated (his theory that everybody should be more like crackheads) and much more. Tune in!

If you had to go into Google right now and search for images of a tree, you would be greeted by an array of various pictures of trees in all types of shapes, sizes and locations. Trees are all different, nonetheless, no tree is “more of a tree” than another. The same way that we as humans have many differences and unique traits that make us who we are, but that doesn’t mean we are better or less than anybody else. Today I am speaking with a close friend and tech business owner Sibonelo Gumede, about a theory we created in the midst of a global pandemic in 2020 — The Theory of Tree. This goes into detail and uncovers the benefits of meditation and reading. We discuss the interconnectedness amongst all living things, balance, duality, and why humility and humanity are two of the most important traits for a happy life. From book recommendations to dissecting the vital truths behind clichés, this episode covers it all. Tune in!

Over the past year or so, a topic that has greatly intrigued me is: given all that advancements that man-kid has made in technology and research— we have still been unable to recreate life. Have you ever wonder why that is? If so, you’re in luck because that is the main topic of discussion today. “You are more than the things that you own, or the labels you attach as a means of defining yourself. You are the consciousness that perceives and creates all these things.” This episode is all about introspection and self-awareness. Tune in!

Today I’m talking to South African Creator and Entrepreneur, Peter Fogden, about his journey over the last 4 years in the world of business and photography. Peter shares how he went from being a college dropout to making his first million at age 21. His journey is nothing short of inspirational, and the most exciting part is, it’s only the beginning of his successful career. Today we discuss mindfulness, money, mental health and more. Tune in!

This is the first episode of my 3 Minute Thursday segment. Today’s discussion is about why actually doing the work is 10x better than waiting until “the right time”. Tune in!

This episode is about letting go of distractions. It discusses the power of manifestation, the toxic culture of instant gratification, and the importance of self-love and implementing good habits. Tune in!