Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp joins The Sias du Plessis Show for a warm, funny and honest conversation about life beyond broadcasting.

Elana is one of South Africa’s most loved radio personalities, podcasters and media voices, but in this episode we get to know the person behind the microphone. She opens up about why she loves being a parent, what still excites her about her work, the joy she finds in connecting with people, and why driving herself — in every sense — matters so much to her.

Sias and Elana also go way back, which makes this conversation feel like two old friends catching up. There are plenty of laughs, great stories and light-hearted moments, but also some serious reflections on family, purpose, career, identity and staying grounded in a fast-moving industry.

This is an episode about broadcasting, podcasting, parenting, passion and the simple joy of loving what you do.

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From Zimbabwe to Rugby Immortality: Tendai Mtawarira's Untold Story by Sias du Plessis

Former 5FM and 947 radio personality Grant Nash joins Sias du Plessis for an engaging conversation that goes far beyond broadcasting.

After a celebrated career behind the microphone, Grant has built a new chapter as the Academic and Knowledge Manager at Boston Media House, where he lectures and helps develop South Africa's next generation of media professionals. He is also a sought-after keynote speaker, mindfulness coach and consultant through his Mindful Revolution platform, is co-author of Next Level Radio—South Africa's first radio and communications textbook—and is currently completing his PhD in Philosophy.

In this episode, Sias and Grant unpack his journey through 5FM and 947, the evolution of the media industry, what makes great communicators stand out, the lessons he's learned from decades in broadcasting, and why personal growth and purpose matter just as much as career success. They also indulge their shared passion for Liverpool FC and discuss the mindset behind sustained excellence.

Whether you're passionate about radio, media, leadership, football or personal development, this conversation is packed with stories, wisdom and practical insights from one of South Africa's most respected broadcasters and educators.

Former EFC titleholder Terence “Black Panther” Balelo joins The Sias du Plessis Show for a powerful conversation about fighting, sacrifice, belief and chasing greatness.

Balelo’s story is not ordinary. From growing up in tough surroundings to writing “EFC champion” in his school books, he carried a vision long before the spotlight arrived. Then, in one of the wildest moments in EFC history, he stepped into a title fight against Musa Sethwape on just 10 hours’ notice — and walked out as interim bantamweight champion.

In this episode, Balelo opens up about his journey from Swellendam to Cape Town, the rise of “The Black Panther,” winning EFC gold, moving between weight divisions, dealing with setbacks, and why his dream has always stretched far beyond local success.

This is more than an MMA story. It is about hunger, survival, discipline and a young fighter who refused to let his circumstances define his future.

In this episode of The Sias du Plessis Show, I sit down with Brent Lindeque, better known as The Good Things Guy, to talk about building South Africa’s leading good-news platform, the power of positive storytelling, and why hope still matters.

Brent also shares his journey, the growth of Good Things Guy, the impact of kindness and community, and what it was like meeting Oprah Winfrey.

A conversation about purpose, media, South Africa, and the good things happening all around us.

DJ Sphectacula joins The Sias du Plessis Show for a powerful conversation about legacy, music, fame and the evolution of South African entertainment.

From becoming one half of the legendary duo alongside DJ Naves, to dominating South African radio and helping shape modern DJ culture, DJ Sphectacula reflects on the journey that made them pioneers in the local music industry.

In this episode, he opens up about:

His rise in radio and music

Why he chooses to keep his private life out of the spotlight

The sacrifices behind success

His deep love and passion for music

The impact of Sphectacula & DJ Naves on South African culture

What the next chapter of his career looks like

Staying relevant in a changing entertainment industry

This is an honest and insightful conversation with one of South Africa’s most respected media personalities and music pioneers.

This is one of the wildest comeback stories you’ll hear in boxing.

In this episode, I sit down with Jarred Silverman — a man who has lived multiple lives inside and outside the ring. From fighting for a title to facing death, from prison for a second time to rebuilding himself through boxing, this is a story that hits hard on every level.

Silverman opens up about:

His controversial comeback and the battles no one saw behind the scenes

Fighting his way back into title contention when many had written him off

A near-death experience that changed his perspective forever

Returning to prison — and how he used boxing to survive inside

Teaching inmates how to fight as a way to earn respect and stay alive

Why, despite everything, he still chooses to step back into the ring

We also get into his mindset today, the hunger that still drives him, and his desire to settle unfinished business — including a potential showdown with SD Pypers, the close friend of Dricus du Plessis.

This is not just a boxing interview. It’s a raw, unfiltered look at resilience, consequences, redemption, and the fight to keep going when life keeps hitting back.

🎙️ If you’re into real stories, combat sports, and the mindset of fighters who refuse to quit — this is a must-watch.

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The Mind Behind Champions: Morne Visser | Coach to Dricus du Plessis by Sias du Plessis

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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