THE TEA with Nicky

Most people assume women who don't enter politics simply aren't interested. The reality? They're afraid before they even begin. In Part 1 of this episode of TEA with Nicky, Technology & Gender Equality Expert, Coach and Wellbeing Advisor Annika Ojala joins Nicky for an honest conversation about what it really takes to create change inside broken systems. And why walking away from power can som...

Most people know  @SnapScanPayments  . Far fewer know what it actually takes to lead product inside it — especially when the strategy keeps shifting, and your parent company is the largest bank in Africa. In this episode of Tea with Nicky, SnapScan's Head of Product Fran Thring pulls back the curtain on what fintech leadership really looks like from the inside. Fran shares:- What it's like...

What happens when you leave a senior corporate role — and suddenly don't know who you are without the title? In this episode of Tea with Nicky, Kerry Clark joins us to get honest about the leap from 15 years in corporate retail and e-commerce to founding not one, but two businesses: Fusion 22 Digital and AI Pathways. Kerry shares:Why losing her corporate title hit harder than losing the salary...

After the AI hype of the last two years, one question remains: Are businesses actually ready? In this episode of Tea with Nicky, now powered by Salt, Monika Obrocka joins us to unpack the reality behind AI implementation — and why most companies are skipping the most important step. Before you invest in AI tools, agents, or automation, you need to fix something first: your data foundations. Monika...

After two years, Tea with Nicky is back — now powered by Salt Solutions Group — and we’re kicking off the return with a bold conversation.   In this episode, Leah Molatseli joins us to unpack what it really means to reinvent your career, bet on emerging industries, and “calibrate your audacity.”   From leaving traditional law to becoming a legal tech and AI consultant, Leah shares the realities be...

🎙️ On this episode of Life in Black & White is out now, and it's a spicy one! 🌶️🔥 We dive deep into the current Government of National Unity (GNU) and ponder: is it a DA-ANC coalition, or is it truly a GNU? We raise some serious questions about the "DANC" government. Just a heads-up, we filmed this episode literally the day before Renaldo Gouws' racist video broke the intern...

The much-anticipated Post-Elections episode of Life in Black & White is here! 🗳️✨ We dive into the final election results and what they mean for the future of South Africa's government. The ANC won only 40.18% of the votes - that's a whopping 17.32% drop since 2021! Now, they're in a "coalition dilemma" trying to decide who to team up with in parliament to hold a majorit...

🗳️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ Life in Black & White is back with some piping hot tea for your brunch discussion! 🍵🥞 This week, we delved into the election manifestos of the MK Party and the IFP. Spoiler alert: the IFP made it crystal clear that they want nothing to do with the MK Party, ANC, or EFF. But here’s the twist – despite the drama, both parties share a lot in common! 🤔 Both uphold Afric...

🌟 Taking a breather on Life in Black & White! 🌟 Sips and I hit pause on the politics and had a heart-to-heart about the simple, beautiful chaos of life. 💬✨ From Nicky’s big leap into a new job to finding those precious "me time" moments, we chatted about it all. 🏃‍♀️🛀 And let's not forget the incredible power of female friendships that keep us grounded and thriving. 👯‍♀️💪...

Sips and I dive into two party manifestos: ActionSA and Build One SA. 🤩 We do a deep dive into their manifestos and explore how these parties address education, job creation, and access to municipal services. Of course, we may go off track with some unexpected topics, like the death penalty! 👀 There's nothing like a delicious brunch without some piping hot tea, so grab your cup and tune in f...

🎙️✨ Hold onto your hats, folks! 🎩💨 The latest episode of Life in Black & White just dropped, and let's just say, things are heating up! 🔥🗳️ Sips and I are diving headfirst into the world of the EFF and their manifesto, and trust me, it's a wild ride! 🌪️💼 From heated debates to thought-provoking discussions, we're leaving no stone unturned as we dissect the EFF's policies o...

🎙️✨ Get ready to dive into the political funhouse with our latest episode of Life in Black and White! 🎉🗳️ This time, we're spilling the tea on the upcoming elections, and trust us, it's a rollercoaster ride! 🎢 So here's the scoop: We've decided to "upskill" ourselves and get down and dirty with the nitty-gritty of the parties vying for our votes. 📚💡 From reading mani...

Step into the world of innovation, entrepreneurship, and digital mastery with our guest, Renier Kriel. With over 15 years dedicated to empowering startups and organizations, Renier is the go-to expert for cutting-edge digital solutions. At 24, he founded a software agency in Stellenbosch, South Africa, which later grew to employ over 50 professionals. After selling his business, he became the CEO...

Join me in this captivating episode featuring Brian Muguto, Chief Strategy & Product Innovation Officer at EssenceMediacom. Brian's expertise in strategic capabilities spans across Sub-Saharan Africa, driving excellence for EssenceMediaCom's clientele and championing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. In our conversation, we delve into the delicate balancing act of managing a demanding...

In this of episoe of "THE TEA with Nicky," I sit down with two practicing GPs and members of the World Council for Health South African Chapter, Dr. Charne Gerber and Dr. Maré Olivier. We dive deep into the ramifications of COVID-19 vaccinations that everyone needs to know about. 💉🤔Here are just a few of the eye-opening topics we explore:🔬 Concerns about mRNA technology and its safety...

We're baaaaaaack! 😎 Join Sips and myself on another episode of Life in Black & White; where we speak about Contraception, including a slight change in direction to speak about friendships with men. We delve into our personal contraception journeys: what we were on, what happened and what we are doing now. 😱 We change pace to speak about male best friends that we've had for years, and...

🎙️ Meet Sam Gqomo, the Director of Womandla Global Network 🌍, a renowned social entrepreneur, and a leader in PR and Communications 📢. Her journey in empowering women and championing gender equality is nothing short of remarkable. Sam founded the Womandla Foundation 🌟, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering and educating black women and girls across the African diaspora, with a focus on STEAM educ...

We're thrilled to unveil our latest episode featuring the remarkable Jo Eyre, the Founder & CEO of Voxeon Communications, a member of the Forbes Communication Council and TEDx speaker! 🌟Join us as we explore the Metaverse in the workspace, discussing the dynamic landscape of remote and hybrid teams. Jo shares her insights on how Africa's wealth of talent can be empowered through remot...

Get ready for an extraordinary episode featuring Layla Ismailov Walton, a USSR-born, Israeli-raised female founder, now making waves in South Africa with her revolutionary venture, Wildcat. 🌿 Layla takes us on a journey from her time in the world of modeling to the excruciating and eye-opening experience with breast implants (and their removal). 💪 We dive deep into the transformational power of...

We're back with another soul-stirring episode, diving deep into the shades of life. Join us as we unravel the complexities of bad relationships, the importance of cherishing personal time, and the unrealistic expectations set by social media. In this candid conversation, we'll explore what it means to be brave, vulnerable, and authentically YOU in a world that often demands conformity. Tun...

☕ Brewing the Truth About Single Life & Dating Failures! ☕ Join me and my best friend Asisipho Ndlovu Malunga on the latest episode of THE TEA with Nicky. We're diving into the world of single life, dating adventures, and the age-old question: Should he pay on a date? 💑📱 Get ready for some hilarious stories, candid conversations, and a whole lot of tea! Don't miss it! 🎙️💬

Meet Siv Ngesi: Actor, Comedian, Trailblazer! From Cape Town's vibrant streets to screens big and small, Siv's journey is a whirlwind of talent and charisma. His career spans Disney magic, award-winning comedy, and critically acclaimed films like "Knuckle City." But he's more than a star; he's a force for change. Siv breaks gender norms and uplifts his community. As &quot...

Pride is on a mission to embed purpose in the way brands and leaders do business, for good. She has 19 years of experience building brands and has held notable roles at Brand South Africa, Mondelez, STANLIB, Nedbank and TFG (The Foschini Group). Today she is the Global Marketing Officer at GoodLeaf Wellness As Purpose Coach at the Branson Center of Entrepreneurship, she guides entrepreneurs on cre...

Kovini Moodley is an SME with 11 years across audit, risk management, process optimisation and organizational redesign for leading JSE-listed companies. She excels in transforming inefficient processes into high-performance spaces of excellence through stakeholder engagement & executive collaborations, and her SME knowledge within the audit space. Being surrounded by brilliant-minded colleague...

Zai is an alumni and mentor of the Women’s Leadership Academy of the US Department of State. She was nominated for ‘The Most Compassionate Womenpreneur Award’ in 2019, awarded the ‘Kindness Advocate’ and ambassador of VOLK – Voice of Loving Kindness by Singapore Kindness Movement and conferred as ‘101 Most Fabulous Global Coaching Leader 2020’ by the World HRD Congress, recognized as ‘Iconic Women...