Best Ian Barber Podcasts (2026)

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Building Beauty with Purpose: How Mathebe Ngwenya Is Redefining South Africa’s Beauty Industry 1:01:38

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Few founders have reshaped South Africa’s beauty industry like Mathebe Ngwenya. What began as a digital platform connecting customers to beauty services has evolved into Beauty on TApp — a thriving online retailer and a growing network of four brick-and-mortar stores across the country. It’s a story of conviction, discipline, and belief in what’s p…

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The Business of Purpose: Lessons from Legends Barber’s Journey with Sheldon Tatchell 1:11:26

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What does it really take to turn a pair of clippers and a dream into one of Africa’s most loved grooming brands? In this episode, we sit down with Sheldon Tatchell, the founder of Legends Barber, to trace the journey from cutting hair on a stoep in Eldorado Park at just 14 years old, to building a business with 70+ stores, 620 employees, and a foot…

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Coding, Robotics, and Opportunity: The Journey of AfriCAN Code with Tshegofatso Dludla 53:51

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When Tshegofatso Dludla started tutoring high school students in maths and science, she noticed something that stuck with her: it wasn’t just that learners were struggling—it was that they didn’t understand why these subjects mattered. For many, the learning felt abstract, boring, and disconnected from the world they lived in. That frustration beca…

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From Spaza Shops to Scale: How Vuleka is Changing Township Economies with Brian Makwaiba 53:41

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What if the key to transforming township economies isn’t outside investment—but collective buying power? In this episode, I sit down with Brian Makwaiba, founder of Vuleka, the multi-award-winning platform helping township spaza shops and informal businesses compete on equal footing. We unpack how Vuleka’s hybrid online-offline model makes bulk buy…

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Building Inclusion, Empathy, and the Future of Mental Health Tech with Onkgopotse Khumalo (Amari Health) 47:33

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What does it take to turn a deeply personal struggle into a Pan-African healthtech startup that’s reimagining how we access mental healthcare? In this episode, I sit down with Onkgopotse Khumalo, founder of Amari Health, to unpack her journey from the world of finance and consulting to building one of South Africa’s most intentional healthtech star…

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Wings, Culture, Community: The Rise of The Wing Republic with Tlhompho Mokoena 49:46

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Some brands are born to be more than just businesses—they become cultural icons. The Wing Republic, founded by Tlhompho Mokoena, has spent over a decade proving exactly that. What started in 2014 as a single pop-up stand has grown into one of Gauteng’s most recognized food brands. From the early hustle at festivals and food markets to a brick-and-m…

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Building Access, Community, and the Future of South African Tech with Ntsako Mgiba (Darkies in Tech) 51:57

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What does it take to build real power for Black founders in South Africa’s tech ecosystem — and create a future where professionals of colour have equitable access to knowledge, networks, and funding? In this episode, I sit down with Ntsako Mgiba, founder of Darkies in Tech — the country’s largest vetted community of Black founders, investors, and …

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Building Trust, Scaling Impact: How Thato Schermer Is Shaping the Future of Women’s Health 48:55

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In South Africa and across the continent, millions of women still face healthcare that is expensive, fragmented, and impersonal. For far too long, care has been treated as a service, not a relationship. And when the system fails, it’s community — not institutions — that women turn to for support. Zoie Health was born in that gap. Built from lived e…

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The Human Work of Entrepreneurship: Ian Calvert on Building with Impact (Futher) 1:06:46

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This episode is a deep dive into what it really takes to build ventures that last — and why starting with the human being behind the idea is the most powerful form of entrepreneurship. Ian Calvert, co-founder of FURTHER and former Global Project Leader at Red Bull Amaphiko, joins us to explore why personal growth, resilience, and purpose should com…

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Reclaiming the Narrative: Community, Media & Africa's Startup Story with Andile Masuku(African Tech Roundup) 1:14:23

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What if the real power in Africa’s startup ecosystem isn’t capital — but control of the narrative? This episode is a reckoning with how stories are told, who gets to tell them, and what gets left out. Andile Masuku, co-founder of African Tech Roundup, joins us to unpack the tension between media, community, and innovation — and why reclaiming the n…

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Building the Future of African Media with Thabile Ngwato (Newzroom Afrika) 54:51

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In this powerful episode of the Mashstartup Podcast, we sit down with one of South Africa’s most formidable media entrepreneurs — Thabile Ngwato. As the founder and CEO of Rapid Innovation Group, the force behind Newzroom Afrika, Ray Content Hub, Bluestream Technologies and Emerge, Thabile is not just telling the story — she’s rewriting the rules o…

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The 10-Year Journey of TSHEPO Jeans: How Tshepo Mohlala Built a South African Icon 48:18

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Meet Tshepo Mohlala, founder of TSHEPO—the premium denim brand worn by presidents, royalty, and everyday believers in quality and identity. But this isn’t just a story about jeans. It’s about a young man from Tsakane who dared to dream bigger than the limitations placed on him. It’s about betting on yourself—even when the odds are stacked. And most…

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How to Navigate Uncertainty with Systems Thinking - Donna Dupont 31:35

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Ever feel overwhelmed when everything seems to be changing at once? Donna Dupont transforms that chaos into clarity using systems thinking. She spots patterns others miss and finds leverage points in complex situations that can transform how leaders make decisions under uncertainty. With over 25 years helping organisations navigate complexity—from …

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How to Talk to Anyone Like a Barber - Tom Davies 30:38

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Ever wondered how barbers get complete strangers to open up within minutes? Tom Davies has mastered this art whilst cutting hair across continents. From serving in the military to building a loyal following as "Yorkshireman Abroad" on TikTok, he's learned to connect with everyone from closed-off Russians to addiction-struggling regulars. Working at…

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Engineering Everyday Solutions: Bootstrapping a Scalable Startup with Ayanda Dladla (Mowash) 51:47

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Ayanda Dladla is the co-founder of Mowash – a mobile car wash platform turning everyday inconvenience into innovation. What started as long Saturday waits at local car washes became the spark for a tech-enabled service that connects customers to car washers on demand. In this episode, Ayanda shares how his background in engineering shaped the found…

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How to Unlock The Hidden Power of Conversations - Ian Rowland 29:23

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Ever wonder why some people can walk into any room and instantly connect with strangers? Ian Rowland has spent 40 years mastering this exact skill. As a professional explainer who's worked with everyone from the FBI to Google to Coca-Cola, he's discovered that most of us squander 99% of the potential in our conversations. From being a member of the…

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How to Turn Purpose into your Strategic Advantage - Alex Brueckmann 27:42

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Ever wonder why some companies thrive with clear direction whilst others stumble despite having brilliant strategies? Alex Brueckmann has cracked the code on turning organisational purpose into measurable strategic advantage through his Nine Elements of Organisational Identity framework. As a Wall Street Journal bestselling author of "The Strategy …

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Built to Last: A Decade of Walk Fresh with Lethabo Mokoena 1:05:53

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What does it take to build something that lasts — not just in profit, but in purpose? Lethabo Mokoena, the founder of Walk Fresh, unpacks the lessons, phases, and grit behind building a township-born business that’s stood the test of 10 years. What began in a backyard in Daveyton is now a movement, a trusted brand, and a symbol of what’s possible w…

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How to Own Your Career Through the Power of Networking - Andy Storch 32:16

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Ever felt stuck waiting for opportunities to find you? Andy Storch transformed his approach by recognising that career success isn't about going it alone—it's about strategically building relationships that open doors. From his first job at 15 through to becoming an author, speaker, and founder of multiple successful ventures, every major opportuni…

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From Engineering to Impact: Redefining Success with Kay Matjila 47:48

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What does it really take to walk away from stability and build a life on your own terms? In this episode, I sit down with Kay Matjila — a Mechanical Engineer turned Social Media Strategist and Entrepreneur — to unpack the bold pivot that reshaped her career and purpose. After leaving behind a comfortable corporate job, Kay bet on herself and built …

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Filtering the Future: Lessons in Impact and Innovation with Murendeni Mafumo 44:23

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What does it really take to build a solution that changes lives? Murendeni Mafumo, founder of Kusini Water, a groundbreaking South African social enterprise using macadamia nut shells and nanotech to purify water for communities across the country. From developing his first prototype to scaling an innovation that now produces millions of litres of …

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How to Simplify Leadership Like an Air Force Pilot 31:42

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Ever wondered how fighter pilots handle multiple critical inputs simultaneously without crashing? Matt Gjertsen took that same ability to process complexity and applied it to leadership development. From instructing Air Force pilots to leading training at SpaceX, Matt discovered that great leadership boils down to three essential elements: building…

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Driving South Africa’s EV Future with Fezile Dhlamini (Green Scooter) 1:21:13

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Fezile Dhlamini is the founder and CEO of Green Scooter, the company behind Africa’s first electric motor-tricycle — the Zbee. In this episode, Fezile shares how he built a locally assembled electric vehicle business from the ground up, with no external funding, and why he believes the future of mobility lies in practical, affordable, and sustainab…

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Reimagining Maternal Healthcare with Tsitsi Marote (Guardian Health) 31:48

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Tsitsi Primrose Marote, co-founder of Guardian Health — a platform reimagining maternal healthcare in South Africa through AI, data, and community-driven innovation. From academic research to award-winning innovation, Tsitsi’s journey is rooted in a deep desire to solve real challenges faced by women in public healthcare systems. In this episode, s…

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How to Get Inside Your Buyer’s Head like a Prospector - Mafalda Johannsen 32:23

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Ever wonder how top sales professionals convince complete strangers to give them time? Mafalda Johannsen transforms cold outreach through her unique "professional stalking" framework - deeply researching prospects to create meaningful connections when they have no reason to care. Her approach has delivered extraordinary results, with one campaign i…

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Changing Education for South Africa’s Future with Kagisho Masae (Matric Live) 57:23

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Matric Live is a mobile-first learning platform that has supported over 600,000 high school learners — the majority from under-resourced communities — with free, accessible, and engaging tools to prepare for matric. Built by co-founders Kagisho Masae and Lesego Finger, the platform is reshaping how South African students experience education, and w…

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How to Find Your Authentic Voice Like a Professional Actor - Salima Saxton 26:52

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Ever felt like you've lost touch with what truly makes you tick? Salima Saxton transforms leaders by helping them reconnect with their authentic voice. As a Moth MainStage storyteller, actor, and relational dynamics coach, she bridges the gap between performative speaking and genuine communication that resonates deeply with audiences. From forgetti…

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From Start to Scale: The Wumdrop Journey with Simon Hartley 1:15:54

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Simon Hartley — the entrepreneur behind Wumdrop, a last-mile delivery startup that grew from humble beginnings into a game-changing logistics platform, eventually acquired by Makro. Wumdrop started with a simple idea: deliver nappies on subscription. But when Simon and co-founder Roy Borole handed scheduling power to customers, they uncovered a muc…

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How to Get Media Attention Like a Broadcast PR Expert - Josh Wheeler 28:39

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Ever wondered why some stories make the news while others get ignored? Josh Wheeler can spot a newsworthy angle where others see only corporate announcements. His superpower lies in finding the sweet spot between broadcaster needs, brand objectives and audience interests - transforming standard PR into stories that captivate radio and TV producers.…

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Reimagining Stokvels and Unlocking R50 Billion in Community Wealth with Tshepo Moloi (StokFella) 56:27

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Tshepo Moloi — founder and CEO of StokFella, a fintech platform reimagining South Africa’s stokvel culture through innovation, technology, and community-driven design. Inspired by his own experience in a traditional stokvel, Tshepo saw the inefficiencies firsthand — from manual records to limited investment potential — and set out to build somethin…

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Building Beauty with Purpose: How Mathebe Ngwenya Is Redefining South Africa’s Beauty Industry 1:01:38

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The Business of Purpose: Lessons from Legends Barber’s Journey with Sheldon Tatchell 1:11:26

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Coding, Robotics, and Opportunity: The Journey of AfriCAN Code with Tshegofatso Dludla 53:51

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From Spaza Shops to Scale: How Vuleka is Changing Township Economies with Brian Makwaiba 53:41

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Building Inclusion, Empathy, and the Future of Mental Health Tech with Onkgopotse Khumalo (Amari Health) 47:33

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Wings, Culture, Community: The Rise of The Wing Republic with Tlhompho Mokoena 49:46

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Building Access, Community, and the Future of South African Tech with Ntsako Mgiba (Darkies in Tech) 51:57

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Building Trust, Scaling Impact: How Thato Schermer Is Shaping the Future of Women’s Health 48:55

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The Human Work of Entrepreneurship: Ian Calvert on Building with Impact (Futher) 1:06:46

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Reclaiming the Narrative: Community, Media & Africa's Startup Story with Andile Masuku(African Tech Roundup) 1:14:23

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Building the Future of African Media with Thabile Ngwato (Newzroom Afrika) 54:51

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The 10-Year Journey of TSHEPO Jeans: How Tshepo Mohlala Built a South African Icon 48:18

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How to Navigate Uncertainty with Systems Thinking - Donna Dupont 31:35

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How to Talk to Anyone Like a Barber - Tom Davies 30:38

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Engineering Everyday Solutions: Bootstrapping a Scalable Startup with Ayanda Dladla (Mowash) 51:47

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How to Unlock The Hidden Power of Conversations - Ian Rowland 29:23

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How to Turn Purpose into your Strategic Advantage - Alex Brueckmann 27:42

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Built to Last: A Decade of Walk Fresh with Lethabo Mokoena 1:05:53

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How to Own Your Career Through the Power of Networking - Andy Storch 32:16

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From Engineering to Impact: Redefining Success with Kay Matjila 47:48

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Filtering the Future: Lessons in Impact and Innovation with Murendeni Mafumo 44:23

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How to Simplify Leadership Like an Air Force Pilot 31:42

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Driving South Africa’s EV Future with Fezile Dhlamini (Green Scooter) 1:21:13

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Reimagining Maternal Healthcare with Tsitsi Marote (Guardian Health) 31:48

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How to Get Inside Your Buyer’s Head like a Prospector - Mafalda Johannsen 32:23

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Changing Education for South Africa’s Future with Kagisho Masae (Matric Live) 57:23

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How to Find Your Authentic Voice Like a Professional Actor - Salima Saxton 26:52

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From Start to Scale: The Wumdrop Journey with Simon Hartley 1:15:54

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How to Get Media Attention Like a Broadcast PR Expert - Josh Wheeler 28:39

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Reimagining Stokvels and Unlocking R50 Billion in Community Wealth with Tshepo Moloi (StokFella) 56:27