MAAK 'N PLAN

We begin a new season of Maak ’n Plan by celebrating 10 years of Lukhanyo Mdingi. I had the honour of sitting down with Lukhanyo to reflect on his journey of becoming, and to explore what legacy looks like — both for him and for the label. Here’s a window into the heart of a timeless sensibility. ✨

Alain was introduced to me as the guy who could turn the wildest ideas into real-life magic. He swears his career path was a coincidence—but the way he’s shaped experiences, festivals, and unforgettable moments feels anything but accidental. From founding Beanstalk (aka the engine behind countless iconic events), to co-piloting Cotton Fest with Riky Rick, Alain’s fingerprints are all over the cult...

"A country without documentary films is like a family without a photo album." This quote by Patricio Guzmán, the Chilean filmmaker, is one that always resonates with me—especially in conversations with Jack. Jack and I have always shared a deep devotion to South African documentaries and the way they captured the pulse of Mzansi in the ’80s and ’90s. That same spirit is a driving force b...

The sacrifices our parents make in raising us are often not fully understood until we grow older or become parents ourselves. The way our parents shape our perspectives as children deeply influences how we perceive the world as adults. As young people, there is so much we can learn from the older generation. But, equally, older folk have much to gain from the wisdom of the younger. Muzi, a man who...

Those who have embarked on the entrepreneurial journey will tell you — being an entrepreneur is a rollercoaster ride of exhilarating highs and challenging lows. Many entrepreneurs will also tell you that, when stepping into the world of business, it’s crucial to learn how to protect your heart. Running a business often means making decisions that are right for the company, even when they don’t ali...

Matthew Edwards, also known as Matte Binery, opens up about his deep love for football growing up and how his hometown of Joburg shaped his creative journey. Through his design work, Matte brings his vivid imagination to life, often through unconventional projects that push boundaries. In this conversation, we dive into the people who raised him and helped shape his path. Here’s a glimpse into Mat...

It’s wild to think that kids who once threw parties in the backyards of their parents’ homes in the south of Johannesburg have journeyed so far that they’re now among Mzansi’s biggest exports, connecting the dots across Europe. Solo and his collective, Backyard, didn’t just throw parties—they built a community. I’ve always jokingly called Solo a “serious party analyst” or a “knower of a good time....

Childlikeness is a rare quality, and when someone with it crosses our path, they often stay for a lifetime. I had the honor of hosting my good friend Simphiwe Khumalo, founder and creative director of Studio Banana (@studio_bananaaa), on the Maak ’n Plan podcast. Our friendship is a constant reminder to take life seriously but not ourselves—an underrated key to success.

Mzonke reminds us that the key to a healthy life, is living in honesty. Honest in the human being you are. Honest in the way you love. Honest in your art.  I had a beautiful conversation with writer and film director, who’s now become restauranteur (Babbi) in Joburg and shared a lovely dialogue about film making, life after 30, the state of the world and more. 

To open season 3, we are joined by founder and creator of Maak 'n Plan podcast shares what has been on his heart for the past year or so. The interview conducted by close friend, Tiisesto Molobi, who is also known as Urban Mosadi. The two shares a heartwarming conversation about Bathandwa's upbringing, his devotion for Joburg and what it means to wear your heart on your sleeve.

On this episode of Maak ‘n Plan, Vuyo McGlad shares his journey on how they are incubating ideas & shaping culture and community through his event property NarowBi.

On this episode of Maak ‘n Plan, Andiswa & Kefiloe share their journey on how they are incubating ideas & shaping culture and community through their event property Other Village People. 

Live from Bacardi Holiday Club, we caught up with NKULEY for Spotify Freshly Squeezed's Live podcast experience.

Live from Bacardi Holiday Club, we caught up with LELOWHATSGOOD for Spotify Freshly Squeezed's live podcast.

Visual artist Dada takes us on a reflective conversation which touches on life in Cape Town, how their idea of success grew, black joy. Dada, recipient of the FNB Art Price shares the stories behind some of their iconic exhibitions like ‘Bambi’phone’ , ‘Good Feeling’ and their most recent offering, ‘Cape Town.’ Dada, who’s inspired by happy hour culture and the audacity of the youth describes Sout...

My motivation is making Maak n Plan this humanistic place where people can share their experiences and emotions openly, even those who seems to be stoic at times. Loyiso, a brother who seems like they can to endure hardship without showing any emotion.  Got to pick Loyiso’s brain on many different things. Things like the power of sports, legacy, the responsibility of being uBhut’ omdala, politics...

Kyla, originally born in Johannesburg, in an area called Berea until the age of 6 where she and her parents moved to Cape Town for a new start. Kyla shares her upbringing of growing up mixed raced in Cape Town and describes how pivotal it was for them to be raised by thespian father, who always encouraged his children about to pursue the arts. Kyla shares their earliest memory of cinema as going t...

Russell ‘Yay Abe’ Abrahams illustrator & art director who comes from a lineage of painters / drawers, shares his story of becoming. Russell, (like many of us) grew using Hip-Hop as a string board that allowed him to shape his views of the world. The early 2000’s & 2010’s were the golden age modern age breakdancing & crumping, with reference to movies like Step Up, Stump The Yard and Yo...

One simple step starts a journey of a thousand miles. These words is a testament to the path walked by Nox and on this episode we get insight of her pivoting from chapter to chapter. Nox shares that her favourite subject/ main source of inspiration is the black child, and that she leans on the interests of this subject as a guide to get the job done. We learn about the importance of journalism in...

Richard Average hailing from Macassar, who’s known for his insane use colour and line work shares his the idea of forgiving yourself. We learn about the importance of sensitivity towards self. Richard also explains the journey of once being an out of towner and slowly migrating to being an inner city person. We explore the things he likes, influences, support structure and more. 

Muzi aka Zulu Skywalker delves into what life has been like during his sabbatical. We are provided a window of where he is mentally, in a very humanistic conversation.

On this episode of Maak ‘n Plan, Thandi Draai shared her journey of becoming. She shares her childhood experiences with us, her journey of healing through music and all lessons learnt.

Oliver Pohorille aka Scum Boy, a visual artist from the east rand of Johannesburg takes on their journey of becoming through a true to life stories of his upbringing. A rebel by nature, who has overcome adversity, Scum Boy is a true representation of truly unlocking your potential even through the darkest times. Here’s the human being the the out of crazy visuals.

Hip-Hop royalty hailing from Gugulethu, Cape Town - K.Keed shares their journey of becoming in colourful conversation covering influences in music, culture and the youth. Here’s the human-being behind the music.

On this episode of Maak ‘n Plan we’re joined by image maker & photography Kent Andreasen who takes us on his journey of image making. Kent’s ability to create worlds through his photography, meticulously crafted storytelling and overall timeless is very estimable.