TMC Podcast

This episode aims to educate our community about the realm of Social Media, Theatre and Performance, and Podcasting through Amo_helang’s experience. Amo also explores thought-provoking topics such as Art as Culture, Imposter syndrome, Empathy, Failure and the State of Creativity in South Africa, offering valuable insights and perspectives. We hope you’re just as inspired by her story as we are. If...

Phathutshedzo Ramakhanya, born and raised in Soweto, Tshiawelo. Her early fascination with numbers set the foundation for her interest in mathematics and statistics. Having pursued a degree in maths and statistics, she is now on the journey to obtain an Honours degree in Statistics. Path believes in having a go-getter and a positive attitude towards life. An inspirational story of a passionate ind...

Picture yourself watching an advertisement that advocates for human-centric marketing. This is the focus of TMC Podcast Season 2 Episode 4, featuring the multi-talented Patamedi Lebea, who is known for his part-time superhero and full-time creative and no time to explain endeavors. With an impressive background as a radio presenter, award-winning copywriter, and now international business consulta...

In the third episode of the TMC podcast, we had the pleasure of interviewing the multi-talented, award-winning, musical genius and art director, Mr 'Okay GOD' himself, Kgodisho Zito Mowa. Zito takes us on an inspiring journey from getting lost in Jeppestown to finding his footing in the corporate world, offering inspiration and insights along the way. Watch on YouTube

Masai shares his incredible journey of discovering his love for software development after briefly exploring data science. He opens up about his views on the education system and how he dropped out of school before fully enrolling. He then shares how he developed an entrepreneurial spirit at a young age by organizing events, leading up to the birth of his idea for TravCar. Masai also provides insi...

In this episode of the TMC Podcast, we catch up with Lems Makabanyane, a Product Lead, Strategist, and Umuzi alumni, as he shares his inspiring career journey in South Africa's digital space. Passionate about digital products and business strategy, Lems unpacks how he navigated his career development to become a versatile creative professional in the evolving tech landscape. Tune in to hear real c...

What does the future of work in Africa really look like, and how can young people prepare for it? 🤔 In this episode of Tech Meets Creativity, we had an insightful conversation with Andrew Levy, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Umuzi. The groundbreaking youth development hub that helps thousands of young people kickstart their tech careers. Andrew shares his journey from being a curious...

Most people think managing money is about earning more. The truth? It’s about planning smarter. In this episode of TMC Podcast, Jason Mizen ( Certified Financial Planner) shares the habits, strategies, and mindset shifts that turn everyday income into long-term freedom. Here’s what you’ll learn: • What a financial planner actually does and why it matters • Practical steps to create a personal fina...

As a Certified Usability Analyst and empathetic communicator, Sechaba Meloa excels at building strong connections with stakeholders and understanding their needs. With a solid foundation in UX design, he blends creativity, strategy, and human behavior insights to craft solutions that are both intuitive and impactful. His career spans finance, insurance, and mining — consistently delivering results...

What happens when a full-time Advocate steps into the world of content creation? You get a compelling story of balance, purpose, and bold reinvention. In our latest episode of the TMC Podcast, we sit down with Thato Mahapa — an Advocate and Digital Content Creator — to unpack his journey navigating two seemingly opposite worlds: law and creativity. We covered: Life inside the South African legal p...

What if we told you there’s an app that helps students save money on the stuff they actually care about? In this episode, we chat with Donna Leigh Mohamed, Marketing Manager at Varsity Vibe, about how the app is making student life a little more affordable — and a lot more fun! Donna shares her journey into marketing, what varsity life was like for her, and why she’s so passionate about connecting...

Think you know digital marketing? Think again! In this episode of Tech Meets Creativity, we had a with Sudasha Vandiar, Managing Director and “Chief of Happy,” to uncover the real-world lessons of Digital Marketing that go beyond textbooks. What you'll learn: What Digital Marketing really is in 2025 Career paths, daily life, and skills of a Marketing Director How data and analytics drive powerful...

Is traditional marketing dead? Or is Gen Z just forcing brands to evolve? In this episode of the TMC Podcast, we sit down with Boitumelo Ramatlhape to unpack the transformative impact of social media in 2025 and why Gen Z is reshaping the way brands think about marketing. What you'll learn in this episode: Why old-school marketing tactics don’t work anymore How Gen Z is forcing brands to be more a...

TMC Podcast is a South African career podcast that helps you rethink how careers really work across business, tech, and creativity. TMC is where honest career conversations finally happen. Every second Wednesday, we sit down with people who look like you, sound like you, and come from similar backgrounds, sharing real stories about how they navigated uncertainty, decisions, and setbacks to get to...