In Conversation With Rudy Samuel

Seven years of conversations have taught me more than I ever expected. Since 2019, I've had the opportunity to sit across from people with different stories, ambitions, experiences and definitions of success. In this solo episode, I reflect on what those conversations have taught me, how they've challenged my perspective and why my understanding of success continues to evolve. From ambitio...

We live in a world that constantly encourages us to focus on ourselves. Our success. Our opportunities. Our connections. Our platforms. But nobody truly succeeds alone. In this episode of In Conversation with Rudy Samuel , I talk about the power of community, networking and becoming someone who genuinely helps other people win. Why are we so afraid to share opportunities? Why do we protect our con...

Seven years. Seven years of podcasting, learning, investing, improving, getting things wrong, celebrating the wins and sometimes wondering: when is my turn? In this solo episode, I open up about what it feels like to work on something for years and still know that you’re not where you want to be. I speak about comparison, consistency, the numbers, the financial cost of building a podcast, watching...

Most entrepreneurship stories are told after the comeback has already happened. This conversation is different because Volo Ganca and 22Ours are still rebuilding. A simple TikTok video introduced me to Volo’s story. In it, he revealed how a company that once had millions in its account was left with thousands. His decision to document the journey publicly pushed me to invite him onto the podcast a...

Canva is doing far more in Africa than helping people design. On this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel , Rudy sits down with Bianca Sibiya, Head of Canva Africa , to explore why South Africa has become such an important market for Canva and how technology, creativity and AI can unlock new opportunities across the country. They discuss Canva for Education , supporting South African teach...

What happens when professional footballers need support beyond what happens on the pitch? Claudio Ofosu is a director at Ballers in God, a football agent and someone working closely with players across Europe. In this conversation with Rudy Samuel, Claudio takes us inside the Christian football movement founded by former Tottenham Hotspur and Crystal Palace footballer John Bostock. They discuss ho...

What does it really take to become a Springbok? In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel , I sit down with Hollywoodbets Sharks and Springbok loose forward Vincent Tshituka for one of his most open conversations yet. Vincent reflects on the journey to wearing the green and gold, what it's really like inside the Springbok environment, and the lessons he's learned from leaders like Rassie...

Ash & Migs, the husband and wife duo behind The Manchester Derby , join Rudy Samuel for an honest conversation about football, marriage, content creation and building one of South Africa's most recognised football brands. From starting a football page in Johannesburg to working with SuperSport , collaborating with global football brands and creating content around the world's biggest c...

In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel, I sit down with Caiah M for a deep and honest conversation around identity, social media, colourism, faith and modern culture. We unpack whether people truly know who they are outside of social media, how the internet has shaped human behaviour, the pressure of being perceived online, the realities of colourism, and how validation has become a c...

For the first time, I sit down alone and speak honestly about what the last 3 months of fatherhood have truly been like. In this episode, I open up about becoming a first time father, the financial realities of having a child, giving birth in private healthcare without medical aid, entrepreneurship, sleepless nights, and learning how to become a present dad while navigating marriage, business and...

In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel (#ICWRS) , Rudy sits down with Certified Financial Planner Mona Manzambi for an important conversation around money, financial literacy, investing, debt and long term wealth building for young Africans. This episode unpacks: • The difference between financial literacy, financial wellbeing, financial education and financial planning • The importan...

In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel, we sit down with Tricia Mpisi actress presenter, content creator, and now author. From building an audience through digital storytelling to stepping into the world of Netflix, Tricia’s journey reflects what it means to be a modern African creative navigating multiple industries at once. We unpack her transition from content creation into acting...

Welcome to another episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel. In this episode, we sit down with Nahum Bangura, a 30 year old entrepreneur, South African born and raised, who made the bold decision to move to Sierra Leone and build a business from the ground up. In just 9 months of operating, Nahum generated over R3 million in sales through his food brand, Namza Smash Burgers and Wings, and is no...

In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel, I sit down with Jesse Pretorius, the founder of Jesster Studios, a high-performance individual who has built his life around discipline, fitness, and business. From competing in Hyrox and marathons to building a podcast studio and creating content, Jesse breaks down what it really takes to operate at a high level in today’s world. This is not ju...

In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel, I sit down with Shama Veyi, also known as Chama is Shama, a successful club promoter, entrepreneur, and father, to unpack his journey of building a life on his own terms. From entering the nightlife industry to becoming a young father, Shama shares what it really takes to succeed in an unconventional space while navigating responsibility, growth...

In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel, we sit down with Bongz Khumalo, a young South African farmer and founder of Nkabohle Poultry Farm in Pretoria West. Bongz began dreaming about farming at just 15 years old. Today, in his early 30’s, he is building a poultry farming operation that produces thousands of broiler chickens while balancing a full time job. This conversation explores t...

Welcome back to In Conversation with Rudy Samuel This is the first episode of the year and we are starting with depth. In a world where everyone is chasing success, very few people talk about what it actually costs. The pressure. The expectations. The identity shifts. The emotional weight that comes with ambition. In this episode, Rudy Samuel sits down with Mamello Rantseuoa, Speaker and Corporate...

Today I step onto the track with one of South Africa’s fastest rising stars Joviale Mbisha. A student athlete who runs for South Africa, a Sportswoman of the Year winner at the  @ujyoutube  and an  @adidas  sponsored athlete who trains up to 6 hours a day while balancing school competitions and personal life. 🇿🇦🇨🇩In this episode we dive into what it truly takes to become an elite sprinter. We unpa...

In this episode, we bring you a full Recruitment Masterclass with Landry Mutombo, the CEO and Founder of InspHired Recruitment Solutions. Africa's fastest rising recruitment company. This episode is designed for every professional who is job hunting, changing careers, or looking to grow with clarity and confidence. ✨We break down the entire job search journey step by step. Everything from mindset...

At In Conversation With Rudy Samuel we tell African stories that inspire educate and empower. Today we uncover the journey of Landry Mutombo the visionary CEO behind InspHired Recruitment Solutions. From cross border expansion to building a women led team Landry shares the moments that built him and the purpose behind his mission. This is part one of two. Part two brings the full recruitment maste...

From living in homeless shelters for years, to becoming a published author, speaker, and one of Africa’s few etiquette consultants 🎤📚 Prince Ndaba’s story is one of unshakable faith, resilience, and transformation 🙏🏽✨In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel, Prince opens up about his childhood after losing his father 💔, surviving chaos and instability, and finding his purpose thro...

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Major welcome to our new sponsors — Mzuri Coffee! The platform is growing and people are noticing. ☕✨ Follow them here: https://www.instagram.com/mzuricoffee/?hl=en Lesego Gumede is losing his hearing but he’s building one of South Africa’s fastest-growing sneaker businesses, empowering his community and raising a family along the way. Lesego is the founder of Sneaker Cleanic, a township-based b...

THIS VIDEO IS SPONSORED BY MZURI COFFEE ☕️ - CHECK THEM OUT ON INSTAGRAM - https://www.instagram.com/mzuricoffee/?hl=enFarah C. Fortune, South Africa’s Queen of Public Relations, joins me In Conversation With Rudy Samuel to share her incredible journey. From growing up in Belgium and Manchester, starting work at just 14, and finishing school early, to moving into immigration and finally launching...

Vanessa Bukasa is a Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)), Vice President at Absa, public speaking coach, and author of Speaking with Confidence: The Secret Sauce to Success. In this episode of In Conversation With Rudy Samuel, Vanessa shares practical lessons on leadership, communication, and networking — three pillars that shaped her journey from finance to boardrooms across Africa. From navigating the...