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Stacey-Lee May, South Africa’s “Queen of Smoke,” joins The Sias du Plessis Show for a powerful conversation about her rise from Eldorado Park to becoming one of the most recognised names in motorsport.

From dominating the spinning scene to representing South Africa on the global stage in Hyperdrive, Stacey-Lee opens up about the mindset, resilience, and fearless attitude it takes to succeed in a male-dominated sport.

In this episode, we unpack:

🔥 How spinning changed her life and built her confidence

🔥 Winning “Kings & Queens of Smoke” and earning her iconic nickname

🔥 Her experience on Netflix’s Hyperdrive and international exposure

🔥 The reality of being a female pioneer in SA motorsport

🔥 Inspiring the next generation of drivers

This is more than motorsport — it’s a story of grit, identity, and rewriting the rules.

South African sprint star Clarence Munyai sits down for a raw and revealing conversation about one of the most controversial decisions in modern sport his move to the Enhanced Games.

In this exclusive podcast interview, Munyai opens up about why he chose to join the new competition that allows performance enhancement, the backlash he has faced, and what he believes the future of elite athletics could look like. Once considered one of Africa’s fastest men over 200m, Munyai explains the pressures of professional sprinting, the financial realities athletes face, and why the Enhanced Games opportunity made sense for his career.

We also discuss the reaction from the athletics community, how his decision could reshape the debate around doping in sport, and whether other athletes might follow his lead.

This is a candid, thought-provoking discussion about ethics, opportunity, and the evolving landscape of global sport.

If you’re a fan of athletics, controversial sports stories, and honest athlete conversations, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Topics covered:

Clarence Munyai’s decision to join the Enhanced Games

The controversy surrounding performance enhancement in sport

The future of athletics and anti-doping rules

Financial pressures on professional track athletes

The global reaction from fans and fellow competitors

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South African cricket star Rassie van der Dussen joins the Sias du Plessis Show for a powerful, honest conversation about resilience, reinvention, and performing on the biggest stage in world cricket.

From being labelled a late bloomer to becoming one of the most dependable batsmen for the South Africa national cricket team, Rassie opens up about breaking into international cricket in his 30s, scoring crucial international hundreds, and handling the pressure of global tournaments.

But this conversation goes beyond the Proteas badge.

We unpack his journey through the world’s biggest T20 leagues — including his time in the Indian Premier League — and what it’s like competing alongside and against the best players on the planet. From franchise cricket to adapting to different conditions around the world, Rassie shares what separates good players from elite professionals in leagues across India, England, Australia and beyond.

We also dive into:

His breakthrough years in domestic cricket

The mindset behind scoring international centuries

Representing South Africa at the ICC Cricket World Cup

The fine margins between almost winning a World Cup and lifting the trophy

The pressure, expectations and reality of modern franchise cricket

This episode is a must-watch for Proteas fans, IPL followers, and cricket lovers who appreciate the mental side of high-performance sport.

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In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jacques Wijtman, founder and host of the Endure Edge Podcast, to unpack his journey from gambling addiction to becoming an endurance athlete and mental health advocate.

Jacques shares how running helped him rebuild his life, discipline, and mindset—and why vulnerability, storytelling, and movement are key tools for healing. We explore mental health, addiction recovery, resilience, and what it truly means to endure when life gets tough.

Endure Edge is a platform where resilience meets real life—featuring candid conversations with people who push boundaries and share raw, honest stories of struggle and triumph.

Whether you’re chasing personal goals, navigating mental health challenges, or looking for inspiration, this episode delivers real talk and real lessons.

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💬 Comment below: What has helped you endure through tough times?

South African cricket has a new name everyone is talking about — Kwena Maphaka.

In this episode of The Sias du Plessis Show, we sit down with one of the most exciting young fast bowlers in world cricket. From dominating age-group cricket to representing South Africa at the ICC U19 World Cup and making the leap into the professional game, Kwena shares his incredible journey, mindset, and what it takes to perform under pressure at such a young age.

We talk about:

Kwena Maphaka’s rise through South African cricket

Life as a teenage fast bowler on the global stage

Handling pressure, expectations, and rapid success

His inspirations, work ethic, and long-term goals

What the future holds for the Proteas and his own career

This is a must-watch (and listen) for cricket fans, young athletes, and anyone inspired by stories of talent meeting opportunity.

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Former Premier League Goal of the Season winner, Bafana Bafana striker, and Charlton & Kaizer Chiefs legend Shaun Bartlett joins The Sias du Plessis Show.

From a Goal of the Year in England to a surprising favourite Premier League stadium, Shaun shares stories every football fan will love.

Shaun Bartlett shares expert insight on South Africa’s current squad, key players to watch, tactical strengths, and what it will take for Bafana Bafana to compete with Africa’s best on the AFCON stage. Drawing from his experience playing for the national team, starring in the Premier League with Charlton, and coaching at elite level, Bartlett gives an honest and informed assessment of where South African football stands today..

In this episode, Shaun also reveals:

The Premier League stadium that became his favourite — and why it might surprise you

What life was really like as a South African striker in England

His time at Kaizer Chiefs and the pressure of playing for one of Africa’s biggest clubs

Lessons learned from representing Bafana Bafana on the international stage

His transition from player to coach, and how the game looks different from the touchline

His views on the current state of South African football and the mindset needed to succeed

South African wicketkeeper Sinalo Jafta joins The Sias du Plessis Show for one of her most open and honest conversations yet.

From switching sports as a teenager to representing South Africa on the biggest stages in world cricket, Sinalo’s journey has been anything but ordinary. But beyond the gloves and the spotlight lies a powerful human story — one of pressure, identity, addiction, and redemption.

In this episode, Sinalo speaks candidly about:

Her rise through South African cricket and what it truly takes to stay at the top

Life outside the game and the mental toll of elite sport

Her battle with alcoholism, hitting rock bottom, and choosing recovery

Facing public scrutiny, online criticism, and personal accountability

Playing in a World Cup final after rehab — and what that moment meant

The next chapter of her life, purpose, and legacy beyond cricket

This is not just a cricket interview — it’s a conversation about resilience, vulnerability, and finding clarity when everything feels lost.

🎙️ Honest. Brave. Inspirational.

A must-listen for sports fans and anyone navigating their own comeback.

Danie van Heerden joins The Sias du Plessis Show for one of the most powerful interviews of the year. Danie opens up about growing up in the legendary van Heerden fighting family, the impact of his father’s tragic murder, and the emotional battles that nearly derailed his life.

He speaks honestly about his mental health struggles, how he reached some very dark places, and how stepping into Dana White’s Power Slap gave him structure, purpose, and a second chance.

Now one of the most talked-about South Africans in the sport, Danie reveals how Power Slap helped him rebuild his confidence, reconnect with his identity as a fighter, and find a new path forward.

This episode is raw, inspiring, and a must-watch for fans of combat sports, Power Slap, and real comeback stories.

In this episode, we dive into the journey of South African cricket star Heinrich Klaasen — from the surprising reasons behind his international retirement to his incredible second chapter in the Indian Premier League with Sunrisers Hyderabad.

We unpack:

Why Klaasen stepped away from international cricket

How the pressures and demands of the game shaped his decision

His rebirth in the IPL and why he’s loving life with SRH

The freedom, form and confidence he’s found in Hyderabad

How his power-hitting has made him one of the most feared finishers in the league

If you’re a cricket fan, this is a must-watch look into Klaasen’s mindset, his new environment, and why the IPL has brought out some of the best cricket of his career.

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