The Shady PHodcast

In this electrifying episode of *The Shady Phodcast*, we sit down with the powerhouse DJ, producer, and global event curator *Jevan Binder* — and trust us, this one’s worth a proper sit down with us!

We talk about:

- Being introduced to SA’s diverse club culture from a young age

- Partying at bar mitzvahs and Djying at weddings before dominating international stages

- Leaving a stable tax consulting career at *Deloitte* to chase the music dream

- Producing House hits that *move* the world

- Working with some of the best artists in the game

- Curating iconic events across continents — from local parties to global festivals

This episode is a journey through gutsy career moves, creative evolution, and the heartbeat of House Music. Whether you’re a music head, an aspiring artist, or just here for the vibes, Jevan’s story will inspire and entertain you. Shady PHodcast Playlist

In this explosive episode of *The Shady Phodcast*, we sit down with one of the most influential voices in the Amapiano scene — *Thulani Way*. Known as the unofficial *ambassador of the culture*, Way Way pulls back the curtain on the industry and drops gems (and some serious shade) you won’t hear anywhere else.

He speaks candidly about:

- The *secret party in Tanzania* — inspired by illegal lockdown parties on the outskirts of Joburg.

- The **art of curating unforgettable events** and building nightlife experiences from the ground up.

- The **birth of the Amapiano Awards** and what it took to make them a reality.

- *That* infamous *brawl with JazziQ* — the real story, straight from the source.

- His mission to *preserve and elevate* Amapiano culture on a global scale.

This is more than just a chat — it’s a deep dive into the man, the movement, and the music. Shady PHodcast Playlist

*Comrades, Chaos & Celebrity Feuds!*

In this wild episode of *The Shady PHodcast,* the guys lace up for the *Comrades Marathon* drama, spill some real tea on Trump's latest madness, and dive deep into why *LA is lowkey in distress*. Oh—and what’s up with the end of the *Elon Musk bromance?*

From local legends to global scandals, nothing is off limits. Grab your popcorn and get ready for shady takes, hot topics, and hilarious commentary you didn’t know you needed! Shady PHodcast Playlist

Nicolette Mashile aka *The Financial Bunny* pulls no punches in this explosive episode of *The Shady Phodcast*!

From the *renting vs buying* debate to the *hidden traps in property contracts*, Nicolette breaks down the *hard financial truths* most of us ignore. She gets candid about:

- Why buying property might NOT be the best move

- Learning the *hard way* from financial mistakes

- The crucial clauses you're skipping in your contracts

- The *real power* of understanding investments

- How the banking system really works (and how to beat it!)

If you’ve ever been broke, confused by adulting, or pressured to buy property before you’re ready—this episode is your wake-up call! Shady PHodcast Playlist

In this episode, we sit down with the iconic *Laduma Ngxokolo*, founder of the globally celebrated fashion brand *MAXHOSA AFRICA*. From bold Xhosa-inspired knitwear to international acclaim, Laduma opens up about the *realities behind building a luxury fashion empire*.

We dive deep into:

- Fighting the **counterfeit market** and protecting original African designs

- The bold decision to position *MAXHOSA as a luxury brand* – and what justifies the price tag

- The intense process and *political red tape* of showcasing at *Paris Fashion Week*

- Expanding MAXHOSA into *new global markets* and navigating cultural and business dynamics

- Plus, we get Laduma’s take on *President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent trip to the USA* and what it means for local brands like his

This is one for the visionaries, the designers, the entrepreneurs, and the dreamers.

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*Guest: Kate Turkington – The OG of Storytelling & South African Broadcasting*

This week, we sit down with an undeniable icon — *Kate Turkington*. A legend of the airwaves, a fearless traveller, a master storyteller, and, dare we say, the *real OG of the rap game (you’ll see why)*.

Kate holds a *First Class Honours degree in English* from London University and an *MA Cum Laude** from Wits. She was the *first woman inducted into the MTN Radio Hall of Fame**, received the *Lifetime Achievement Award* at the 1st for Women Insurance Women in Media Awards, and was crowned **2019 Woman in the Media** at the Mbokodo Awards.

You might know her from **702/CapeTalk’s iconic “Believe It or Not”**, South Africa’s longest-running talk radio show in the same time slot with the same host. Today, she continues to inspire with her show **"Travels with Kate"** on ChaiFM 101.9 every Sunday at noon.

But don’t get it twisted — Kate’s done more than just talk.

She’s:

- Danced at dawn in Beijing

- Fallen over penguins in Antarctica

- Lunched with a rajah in Rajasthan

- Dined with the Comrades in Cuba

- Climbed Ayers Rock

- Faced Afar warriors in Ethiopia’s Rift Valley

- Heard the stars sing in the Kalahari… and that’s barely scratching the surface.

Kate has **4 grown-up children, 9 grandchildren, and 2 rescue Jack Russells**, and somehow still finds time to give us stories that shake the soul.

This is one for the books.

Funny, fearless, deeply wise — **Kate Turkington is everything we aspire to be**. Shady PHodcast Playlist

Guest: Kwesta – Da King of African Rap (DAKAR)

K1’s finest. The voice of the grootman generation.

On this episode, we’re joined by none other than Kwesta, for an honest and powerful sit-down that dives deep into the man behind the music.

We talk:

- His come-up and early grind in the game

- Taking a necessary break from music and the reason for it

- The meaning and motivation behind his new album, The Big Bro Theory

- Being a present father and balancing it all

- And everything in between — legacy, growth, and being able to stay relevant in the industry

Whether you’ve followed him since day one or just pressed play, this is Kwesta like you’ve never seen him before.

We also get to touch on the new 49 Afrikaner US refugees, the new elected Pope and off-course Mbuzi with the WhatsApp Leaks youtu.be · Shady PHodcast Playlist

The legend. The pioneer. The OG.

This week on The Shady Phodcast, we sit down with none other than Siya "Slikour" Metane — a titan of South African hip-hop and a digital visionary who paved the way for artists long before “influencer” was even a thing.

From founding Skwatta Kamp to digitizing music and launching SlikourOnLife, Slikour has shaped the culture and the business behind it. But in this epic episode, we go even deeper…

We talk:

- How to turn music money into investments

- The formula for transforming start-ups into global-listed companies

- Collaborating with corporates & government to grow true African entrepreneurship

- And why knowing how to source capital is the game-changer

If you care about the future of music, money, and the African dream — this one’s not to be missed. Shady PHodcast Playlist

**From Barber’s Chair to Business Mogul** — this week on *The Shady Phodcast*, we sit down with the visionary behind South Africa’s most iconic grooming brand: **Sheldon Tatchell**, founder of **Legends Barber**.

In this in-depth, no-holds-barred conversation, Sheldon opens up about:

* Quitting his job to chase a dream

* Building **70+ Legends Barber branches** across the country

* His powerful partnership with the late **Riky Rick**

* The *real* story behind the birth of **Cotton Fest** and its unforgettable first rollout Shady PHodcast Playlist

The unstoppable rap duo straight outta Bloemfontein, Stino Le Thwenny, pulls up to the studio.

We get into the REAL reason why they’re here: because honestly? You can’t go anywhere without hearing their names. From street anthems to studio takeovers, they’re making noise everywhere — and we had to find out what’s really going on behind the bars and beats in their rise through the South African hip-hop scene.

But it wouldn’t be The Shady PHodcast if we didn’t veer off into the chaos:

* R2 million for 22 laptops?! Who’s scamming who?

* The Pope’s death shakes the world — we try (and fail) to rank our Top 5 Popes of all time

* From political madness to musical greatness, this episode has it all!

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