Mantra After Hours 's Podcast

Welcome back to Mantra After Hours — Season 2, Episode 2. In this episode, we're diving into a topic that's shaping the future of the creator economy: personal branding, individuality, and what it really takes to grow as a creator in today's digital world. From finding your unique voice to building an authentic brand that stands out, we unpack the challenges and opportunities creato...

Episode 1 of Season 2 of Mantra After Hours is all about answering your burning brand questions. In this episode, the our host tackles some of the most frequently asked questions from brands, marketers, entrepreneurs, and content creators navigating today's fast-changing marketing landscape. From building a memorable brand and understanding the role of PR, to influencer partnerships, social m...

Episode 8 of Mantra After Hours dives into the science and future of skincare with Dr Ashley Naidoo, founder of BiomeRenew. In this episode, we unpack the story behind BiomeRenew and how it’s challenging traditional skincare by putting the skin’s microbiome first. Dr Naidoo breaks down why your microbiome is the foundation of healthy skin, how modern lifestyles disrupt it, and what that means for...

Episode 7 of Mantra After Hours gets real about the journey of entrepreneurship, the wins that keep you going, the failures that test you, and everything in between. In this episode we speak to Dr Ashley Naidoo - Surgeon by day and Business Owner by night, on what it actually looks like to build something from the ground up: the messy middle, the pressure to keep pushing, and the constant balancin...

In Episode 6 of Mantra After Hours , Sheena returns to unpack the real business behind being a creator, influencer and UGC creator. This conversation moves beyond the highlight reel and into the strategy: how to attract brands instead of chasing them, the difference between UGC and influencing, what brands are actually paying for, and how to turn once-off campaigns into long-term partnerships. We...

In this episode of Mantra After Hours , we unpack what brands and agencies really wish creators understood before pitching, posting or partnering. Joined by creator Sheena Deepnarain , we have an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about what actually influences brand decisions, from professionalism and positioning to consistency, communication and credibility. If you’ve ever wondered why some...

In this episode of Mantra After Hours , we unpack a major shift in the marketing world: the growing demand for multi-skilled talent. Gone are the days of rigid job titles and single-lane careers. Today’s employers are looking for marketers who can think strategically, create compelling content, understand data, adapt to AI, and pivot fast. We dive into why hybrid skill sets are becoming non-negoti...

AI isn’t coming for marketing, it’s already here. In Episode 3 of Mantra After Hours , we unpack what AI really means for marketers today, beyond the buzzwords and panic headlines. From smarter workflows to faster creativity, we explore how adaptability has become the most valuable skill in modern marketing. This episode dives into how marketers can work with AI (not against it), why multi-skilled...

Episode 1: The reality of working in Marketing Breaking into marketing isn’t just about qualifications, it’s about strategy, mindset and knowing how the industry really works. In our second episode of Mantra After Hours, we unpack what happens after you land your first job in marketing and what the experience is like. We continue our conversation with Pamela Mubuza on her first-hand experience wor...

Episode 1: How to Get a Job in Marketing Breaking into marketing isn’t just about qualifications, it’s about strategy, mindset and knowing how the industry really works. In our very first episode of Mantra After Hours, we unpack what it actually takes to land a job in marketing today. From building experience without “years on your CV” to standing out in interviews, navigating agencies vs in-house...