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Nhlivo ActuallyThe voice of retention with Sibusiso KgabaEver wondered how to build rock-solid client relationships? Or maybe you're dreaming of starting your own side hustle but don't know where to begin? This week on the Nhlivo Actually Podcast, we've got you covered! We chat with Sibusiso Kgaba, a Client Retention Specialist and voice-over artist, who shares his expertise on:Client Retention Strategies: Learn how to build lasting relationships with your clients and keep them coming back for more.The Power of Communication: Discover the importance of clear and effective communication in business and beyond.Turning Passion into Profit: Get inspired by Sibusiso's journey as a voice-over...2025-03-0915 minNhlivo Actually42. Gugulethu Vilakazi on Vlogging and EntrepreneurshipWe start the show by hearing from our first guest for season 3 Gugulethu Vilakazi, a vlogger and entrepreneur, who takes us through her customization process and how she finds inspiration in hidden places for her vlogging journey. You can follow her on its.lethu on TikTok and instagram and her vlog is called "Life and everything in-between with Guulethu Vilakazi, you can find it on Youtube.
Do Like, share, and subscribe.2023-07-1509 minNhlivo Actually41. African YouthNhlivo takes a look at the challenges facing the African youth and narrows it all the way down to the youth of Gomora (Alexandra, JHB).
- Unemployment sitting at 40%
- Quality of the education system, pass mark at 30%, limited University capacity
- The cycle of poverty and generational curses
- Crime, violence, and exploitation
- Substance abuse
- Mental health in times of "national state of disaster"
The general state of our nation and experiences on the ground.2023-04-0233 minNhlivo Actually40. Happy New Year 2023A new year is upon us and here at the Nhlivo Actually podcast we wish everyone a happy new year. Keeping with the tradition we started, we dropping our annual new year episode reviewing the year that has been and planning for the year that is.2023-01-1430 minNhlivo ActuallyNhlivo Actually introNhlivo Actually podcast is a out of Gomora that seeks to expose the world to the talent and unique offering rooted in being an Alexandrian.
We tackle a variety of topics that the youth of South Africa and the world can relate to; engaging with guests that are able to share their experiences.2022-12-3000 min
Nhlivo Actually39: A conversation with Trap Magin$a on AMABHUBESINhlivo Actually Podcast Season 2 episode 39 with special guest Trap Magin$a talking everything that happened over the past 3 years since we last had him on the show and his upcoming ep AMABHUBESI2022-12-3025 minNhlivo Actually38: A conversation with Elkan Tema of Sharkbite TemaOn this episode we talk youth hubs, youth unemployment, 3D printing opp and how to get your brand off the ground using these dynamics2022-11-2425 min
Nhlivo Actually36. Happy New Year 2022Here's to a brand spanking new year, can you smell it through your musk, the answer may be nastier. This episode is the first in months, I thought ot my self why not kick off the year in incredible fashion by dropping an episode out of the blue. Now that's celebratory, its just a recap on where we left off and what's next on ths journey, I hope you dp engage, till the next episode in the next week, do enjoy!
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Nhlivo Actually35. Birthday episodeIt's my birthday!2021-04-1729 minNhlivo Actually34. The Grind on GritOn this episode of Nhlivo Actually, Nhlivo tries to unpack Grit as guided by the book Grit by Angela Duckworth, Author and Psychologist amongst her other vocations. The concept of Grit is concerned with passion and how preserve in life in search of our life philosophy that has to do with our purpose and main goal in life with an unwavering spirit and a will of steel.2021-03-1235 min
Nhlivo Actually33: A conversation with Anathi Bukani of Gxarha LeatherAnathi is a entrepreneur and the founder of Gxarha premium leather, a business that is focus on bringing premium leather goods to the South African market. The brand started out making cardholders from premium full grain leather and has progressed to more advanced wallets and bags, the entrepreneurial journey started from the R100 challenge that pushes entrepreneurs into creating an MVP (minimum viable product) to generate capital as a cash cow to reach short-term goals connected with the creation of the main business. After his travels abroad the WITS Fine Art alum was inspired by fragrances packaging and laboured for...2021-02-261h 17Nhlivo Actually32. The anniversary episodeOn this episode Nhlivo reflects on the 1 year journey that began the podcast.2021-02-0534 min
Nhlivo Actually31: A conversation with Thamsanqa Treasure TshabalalaJoining us as our first guest for 2021 is Thamsanqa Treasure Tshabalala an entrepreneur, A&R and social media sensation. Thami started his career as a rapper and battle rapper being inspired by Snoop Doggs "what's my name" song in the 90s. He was balancing that with selling snacks and cigarettes on campus will navigating the demand of college. This is where he came across his entrepreneurial opportunity to join a business incubator which would be a spring board for most of his success. He met songstress Naima K who mentored and ushered him into the music industry under Africa Creative...2021-01-2258 minNhlivo Actually30. goal setting, vision boards, and new year resolutionsThe first episode of the new year 2021 takes a look at goal setting best practices with practical application, how to create a winning vision board that reflects the future you and your ambitions, and how to set up your new year's resolutions to be fail-proof by adding a twist.2021-01-0839 min
Nhlivo Actually29. Self-Sabotage or Burning Out?On this week's episode Self-Sabotage or Burning out? How it connects to wellbeing. Coping with demands, challenges that refuse to end, and unfairness. Contributors to why we BURNOUT. Finding individuals who suffer burnout on an ongoing basis.
What research reveals as triggers, our perceptions of stress, and how we react to stress, self-sabotage.
RUN FOREST RUN! 🙆🏾‍♂️ Self-Sabotage is a Trap.
You're a perfectionist huh? It's a trap.
A quote to get us started
“Perfection is the enemy of progress.”
Winston Churchill.
Don't ask me which year he said it
But he said it.2020-11-2328 min
Nhlivo Actually28: A conversation with Gadafi of SoftanyceOn this episode we are back on the township economy, how are people in previously disadvantaged areas innovation and contributing to the overall economy in a meaningful way through entrepreneurship and job creation.  The SME space is the largest contributors to the overall GDP of the South African economy and Gadafi has found his claim to the township economy through a brand called Tornado SoftaNyce, the brand is known best for its clothing line that takes influences from various African urban and rural areas and expressed in a retro design language. The brand is also involved in activities such a...2020-10-3033 minNhlivo Actually27. How to brand your businessOn this episode Nhlivo walks you through a how  to go about branding your business and how to make it stand up against the wave of new brands showing up on the scene. The basics of naming your business, coming up with a fire slogan, choosing the right fonts, and brand colour accents an more. 2020-10-2338 minNhlivo Actually26. How to create original contentContent marketing is a great way to grab the attention from the individuals you would like to sell you products and services to and it is a great way to get your offering in front of them.
The content you put out there helps increase your engagement with you existing and potential customers and is one of the best ways to create a community behind your brand.
Small businesses and start-ups stand to benefit the most from engaging in content marketing through the creation of sharing of original content.2020-10-1627 min
Nhlivo Actually25. Rest, rest, please guys, rest with co-host SanzaNhlivo enlists the help of his long term friend, and Utter Nonsense Podcast co-host Sanza to take a walk on the lighter side of serious things. Take a journey with us as we talk work life balance sprinkled with a side of mental health. 2020-10-0944 min
Nhlivo Actually24. 10 YouTube tips for beginnersOn today's episode of Nhlivo Actually we take a look at how to get started on your YouTube journey with these 10 easy tips for beginners:
1. Why YouTube?
2. Choosing a channel name and topic
3. Channel art and Cover art
4. Creating a description for your channel
5. Developing content
6. Equipment and software
7. Recording and editing
8. Keeping content current
9. Uploading videos
10. Maintaining channel and Marketing
I hope you find this helpful and it inspires you to create and live a life...2020-10-0228 min
Nhlivo Actually23. 10 podcasting tips for beginnersOn today's episode of Nhlivo Actually I take a look at what it took to setup my very own podcast and all the lessons I learnt and compiled them into a list of the 10 I personally think are important when you are starting on your podcasting  journey. The list may not be exhaustive but coupled with other materials it can prove useful.
1.What is a podcast, what is podcasting?
2.Why podcast, why should I start a podcast?
3.What should I talk about?
4.How do I even name this thing?
5.H...2020-09-2530 min
Nhlivo Actually22: Cel Sessions with Ricardo, Joseph and MarcelCel Sessions is a meeting of minds over good food and drink to discuss various topics that seek to educate and inspire, on this session we take on the topic of challenges of growing up in township and the development of young minds in an environment that seem to have all the odds stacked against them. Do you have what it takes to survive?2020-09-1829 minNhlivo Actually21: A conversation with Nhlanhla Mlangeni on how to forgive and accept yourself.How to forgive and accept yourself after making mistakes that ultimately alter the curse of your life and lead you down a different path than the one you had set and prepared for yourself in your mind. The episode looks at how to deal with and accept the past with full knowledge that there's nothing that can be done to amend it, practicing self love through having empathy for yourself practicing the same patience you extend to others when they are going through a tough time to yourself. Being brave enough to engage your inner critic in a real...2020-08-2834 min
Nhlivo Actually20: A conversation with Itumeleng KgosiGadi BandaAn Alexandra native that's bigger than life much like the Alex fm show that launched her career in radio. Itumeleng is a passionate individual that hold cause that affect people close to her heart, she's been a voice that seeks to put an end to gun violence, and a spokesperson to the empowerment of women in sports. The Gsport4girls women in radio finalist, is currently a host on Massivmetro on a show called the feminine first touch, that places her and her co-host in the front line working with other women and stakeholders trying to shed light on...2020-08-2148 min
Nhlivo Actually19: A conversation with Richi RichRichi Rich is an artist/musician born in Baragwana hospital, in the Soweto township.
He moved to Alexandra with his family when he was 3 years old. Richi started rapping when he was 12, but only started taking music seriously when he was 16. Ever since then he’s been growing and going strong. Wielding a great flow, clever word play and originality, his
music is mostly influenced by the area which he comes from along with its culture, style, lingo and the hardships and lessons of growing up in a township.
Known for his vibrant an...2020-08-1417 min
Nhlivo Actually18: A conversation with Sandile Masebe aka Sand IsleSand Isle is a DJ/Producer/Sound engineer that hails from the North, Alexandra to be specific, with his roots placed in the House music genre, where he dabbles with intensity in electronic and deep; he has a passion for music that spills over into everything else he does. He is a part of the Art Affair Movement that is sweeping across Johannesburg, his reach is far from local, with Feeling Groovy Management putting the wind in his sails, he’s been gaining an international acclaim and Local attention through his work on Labels:-
Elite Records (Mexico)
The Purr Mu...2020-07-311h 57
Nhlivo Actually17: A conversation with Xoli KubekaXoli is an entrepreneur and the owner of @heavenly_beautycreatives the first beauty spa of its kind in Alexandra township in the North of Johannesburg South Africa.
Xoli has had a unique journey both in business and life, she is a bubbly and welcoming personality, that puts you at ease while she uses her somatology skills.
She is a self starter and a motivational speaker that has tried her hand a business numerous times, with an unwavering spirit.
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Nhlivo Actually16: A conversation with Mxolisi Mbonjwa the ArtistMxo is one of the best artists to come out of Alexandra, with a passion that finds its way to other social issues with African history at its core. Mxo is the brains behind the Alex based art gallery @artflava_gallery
He is also one part of a creative collective that gave us the Art affair lifestyle event that encompasses themes of creativity that combine but are not limited to local cuisine, good music, art and fashion.
The young artist has been able to attract and amass a global following by combining tourism and art through some...2020-07-101h 36
Nhlivo Actually15: A conversation with Frank Mabaso aka Tribe FrankoTribe Franko is a musician that dabbles across genres, however he is known for his tribal interpretation of house music that is rooted in culture in a modern landscape of deep house, Amapiano and techno.
He lends himself to a genre that is Afro house inspired, we catch up with the Alexandra township native to speak on life, family, his culturally rich upbringing and how it lead him to a life of music, taking inspiration from his surroundings whilst being open to collaborating with those he crosses paths with to ultimately give us projects like #mondaytomonday #kabutira...2020-07-031h 02
Nhlivo Actually14: A conversation with Marcel Kutumela aka CelCel is a being filled with passion for life, education, football and cooking.
A former football player turnt a force for change in the football world in South Africa, we sit down with Cel to find out how she has navigated the male dominated industry and her experiences growing up in Alexandra as a LGBTQI youth.
We discuss the rich history of South Africa and how it is tied to education and the pedagogy of the oppressed mind. We engage in light hearted banter as the conversation takes a serious turn, highlighting thing like mental illness...2020-06-301h 00
Nhlivo Actually13: A conversation with Nhlanhla Mlangeni and his other personas, a freak show.Thee most personal podcast episode, as I hop into my own neurosis to explore how I engage with subject matter and how I make decisions as an individual; the show itself is structured in a way that interrogates the voices in our heads assigning personalities to them.
Nhlivo - the podcast host and tries to navigate through the muddy thought patterns his guests are having.
Nhlanhla - the content creator, the self proclaimed digital innovator, since no one has called him that, tries to remain composed and answer questions liberally.
Nhlizzy - the...2020-06-2630 min
Nhlivo Actually12: A conversation with Nosipho HaniThe granddaughter of iconic freedom fighter uBaba Chris Hani, Nosipho is the first and official Youth Ambassador of South Africa, the first black female president of USSA (University Sports South African), and she is currently in her fourth year of study toward becoming a neurologist.
#Podcast #podcasting #podcaster #podcasts #NhlivoActually2020-06-121h 39
Nhlivo Actually11: A conversation with Elizabeth SerunyeMy guest is no stranger to the lime light, with over 25 years of acting experience with in the acting industry, she takes time out to connect with us; while reflecting on her career, life and business ventures.
She is more than meets the eye, move magazine dubbed her the mother of the acting industry, while her recent performance on Skeem Saam on SABC 1 had her trending.
She is a mother, actor, singer, performer, MC, motivational speaker, voice artist, linguist, peace ambassador, priest and more.2020-06-0540 minNhlivo Actually10. Embracing life and laziness ultimatelyThe episode is all about introspection and taking a hard look at ourselves and the lives we have created, leaning into how the decisions /mistakes we have made lead us to a life that we ultimately need to embrace and accept; in full knowledge that we did our best with what we have been given.
The amount of anxiety brought on by the lockdown can lead to laziness and all sorts of unwanted habits forming from being stuck in the same environment, with brief periods of relief when you go shopping for supplies; how do we ultimately get over this...2020-05-2231 min
Nhlivo Actually9: A conversation with SindzNhlivo steps into a virtual appy world with the host of podcast Sincerely Sindz to co-host the latest episode of Nhlivo Actually, this 2 part series will live on both podcasts. Nhlivo and Sindz take this Lockdown time out to discuss the effects in a nutshell, whilst shedding light on the mental health effects such an event can have on even the most positive of individuals. We dive deep into BLACK GIRL MAGIC, taking a dramatic short left into BLACK GUILT and the journey of a podcaster in a South African context.2020-05-061h 15
Nhlivo Actually8: A conversation with Ashby BardenNhlivo sits down with businessman and socialite Ashby Barden of date my family fame, speaking on the feelings of trending in SA; and how that changed the trajectory of his life and career. We also catch up on relationships, upbringing and his brand.2020-04-2931 min
Nhlivo Actually7: What the hell is going on people?It's my Birthday episode, on this episode Nhlivo shares his thoughts on the COVID 19/ Corona Virus and how to cope with the nationwide lockdown by sharing entertainment and lockdown sanity essentials2020-04-1737 minNhlivo Actually6. Corona Virus; Quarantine and ChillCovid-19 is the word on everyone's lips, hopefully not in a literal sense, the world is currently on a lock-down that serves as an attempt to get ahead of the corona virus (crown virus) that goes undetected until the a person deals with flu like sickness. Claiming an increasing number of lives, this episode aims to inform listeners on the virus and how to protect yourself; while applying the principles of self distancing. South Africa is currently on a 21day lock down and Nhlivo offers up a survival guide for the layman.2020-03-2826 min
Nhlivo Actually5: A conversation with Plato in the 21st centuryNhlivo engages with the popular philosophies created by Plato one of the best philosophers of all time to see how they still hold relevance in the 21st century; by putting them through the paces while exploring themes like Hip-hop, relationships, education and more.2020-03-1054 min
Utter Nonsense showUtter Nonsense Season 2 episode 1On this episode of Utter Nonsense Nhlivo and Sanza touch a nerve, they speak owning masters and speaking on other people's business. Claim they know township superstars and how to knock someone out before signing a botched recording contract.2020-03-0531 min
Utter Nonsense showUtter Nonsense Season 2 episode 1On this episode of Utter Nonsense Nhlivo and Sanza touch a nerve, they speak owning masters and speaking on other people's business. Claim they know township superstars and how to knock someone out before signing a botched recording contract.2020-03-0531 min
Nhlivo Actually4: A conversation with Trap MaginsaNhlivo sits down with Township Trap Superstar, rap extraordinaire Trap Maketang previously known as Trap Maginsa as he takes us through his journey and transformation into a trapaholic as represented in his debut mixtape appropriately titled Maketang. The bars are eloquently placed over 808's crafted by the Trap enslaved TizzMo, who collaborated on the entire project; we speak on the current state of Hip-Hop/Rap/Trap. We talk ownership relating to ones' craft and intellectual property and review the creative process of creating a body of work that is futuristic and sobering in its reality.2020-02-2644 minNhlivo Actually3. The male grooming industryNhlivo dives nose first into the world of fashion and grooming, in what seems to be an in-depth look that sends him into a nostalgic spiral filled with bootleg jeans and all sorts of wallet chains, Nhlivo tries to navigate through the complexities of manscaping, with the use of silly examples that are a bit tongue in cheek. The episode confronts certain topics that men avoid having in public or in private, men have become uncomfortable  with discussing the most basic of grooming activities, it's time to demystify this.2020-02-1934 min
Nhlivo ActuallyNhlivo Actually episode 2: Valentine's day; Dating, relationships and friendshipsNhlivo tries his best to get into the spirit of valentines by posing questions and seeking answers concerned with the day and its loyal following. Taking views from both guy and girls to create a clearer picture of the state of valentines in South Africa, including the use of personal messaging on whatsapp, asking and answering questions on twitter and posting statuses edging people to confront their feelings towards the day. Nhlivo pieces it together on the second episode while exploring the dark history of valentine's day, while setting up the upcoming topic for next weeks episode.2020-02-1415 min
Nhlivo Actually1. Who is Nhlivo and what is Nhlivo Actually?The Podcast is a narration by Nhlivo on topics experienced by most, on this episode Nhlivo introduces himself to the audience and explains what the podcast is about, Nhlivo provides a glimpse into his world with the background music by Trap Maketang while touching on his debut mixtape. Nhlivo then goes on to discuss briefly upcoming topics like #valentines and #relationships and how to navigate the #mensconference.2020-02-0516 minUtter Nonsense showUtter Nonsense S1 E10It's the season finale, Nhlivo and Sanza wrap up the season with a fully loaded episode. Rip Tsekeleke, I'm not a ghost, Rip Dumi, SA crime at an all time high, Social media win this week in building people up and tearing them down, Social media fast becoming a crime fighting tool thanks to minister of police Fikile Mbalula, Euphonic is winning at this social media thing.2017-08-0734 minUtter Nonsense showUtter Nonsense S1 E10It's the season finale, Nhlivo and Sanza wrap up the season with a fully loaded episode. Rip Tsekeleke, I'm not a ghost, Rip Dumi, SA crime at an all time high, Social media win this week in building people up and tearing them down, Social media fast becoming a crime fighting tool thanks to minister of police Fikile Mbalula, Euphonic is winning at this social media thing.2017-08-0734 minUtter Nonsense show09 Utter Nonsense S1 E9On this episode Nhlivo & Sanza are out of town and leave the show in the hands of Nhlivo's personal assistant Alex, Let's see if he does a good job or not.2017-07-2406 minUtter Nonsense show09 Utter Nonsense S1 E9On this episode Nhlivo & Sanza are out of town and leave the show in the hands of Nhlivo's personal assistant Alex, Let's see if he does a good job or not.2017-07-2406 minUtter Nonsense showUtter Nonsense S1 E6On this episode Nhlivo is solo dolo, while Sanza is under the weather, I'm going to be your Babes. But I can still spot the difference between United Kingdom and United states and my hair is currently orange. Jay Z gets political while strippers do prisoners and lick their fingers for KFC. It's action packed2017-07-0314 minUtter Nonsense showUtter Nonsense S1 E6On this episode Nhlivo is solo dolo, while Sanza is under the weather, I'm going to be your Babes. But I can still spot the difference between United Kingdom and United states and my hair is currently orange. Jay Z gets political while strippers do prisoners and lick their fingers for KFC. It's action packed2017-07-0314 min