Castles Counsel

Stephen is back doing what he loves. Season 3 promises to be bigger and better. 

In this episode Stephen talks to former actress turned agent, Elsubie Verlinden about her career, from in front of the camera to behind it. The business and tips to making your way in the entertainment industry.  Elsubie tells us about "Live Your Dream" . The ‘Live Your Dream' program runs hand in hand with the ‘Be Your Dream' TV Show on via TV Channel 147. The show will host numerous workshops and educational training sessions alongside live screenings of the company's annual auditions for The International ARTS Talent Showcase (IATS). Every year the IATS gives local entertainers a platform to showcase their talent to top international talent scouts from across the globe, bridging the gap between Africa and the world. 

Stephen speaks to founder and the boss lady herself, Kovini Moodley from Boss Babes of South Africa. We find out a more about who she is and the why she created this empowering platform.Boss Babes of South Africa (BBSA) celebrates powerful, authentic and multifaceted women and embrace diversity, inclusion and the notion that women can excel at anything that they choose to put their minds to.They are on the constant lookout for trailblazers, world-changers and changemakers who align with their vision and mission. The term “influence” is measured by the impact that a person is capable of making, not the number of followers that one possesses. They are looking for genuinely, innately inspirational women to contribute to their positively powerful movement by skill sharing and collaboration initiatives.https://www.bossbabesofsouthafrica.co.za/

Stephen talks to Michael Bender, CEO of IberCup South Africa . What the IberCup means for football development in South Africa. The relationship with LaLiga Southern Africa and the benefits for growth of the sport locally.From clinics to tournaments football just got given a big boost.https://www.facebook.com/ibercup/https://www.facebook.com/Laligacampssa/https://www.laligacampssa.com/

Stephen talks to former Captain in the SA Police, now security advisor and private investigator, Rob Bygrave. With the current surge in crime we discuss our rights and some tips to securing yourself.  

On this weeks  Castles Counsel we had Ricard, Ryan and Wayne who came into studio to talk about their 12 week body transformation. Helen Mercier from Fat2Fit also joined, to give us the scoop on their successes and failures.  https://www.facebook.com/Fat2FitSouthAfrica

Stephen talks to the owners and creators of Splinters Workshop, Andre Grobler & Marco Buffa. Splinters Workshop is an open-access DIY workshop that provides access to affordable workshop space and facilities for people of all skill levels to come in and use industrial tools and equipment to build their own projects as well as access to DIY training help and advice. The workshop is a place where DIY enthusiasts, entrepreneurs, professionals, hobbyists, artists and even corporate teams can spend time in a funky and vibrant environment enjoying the use of a fully equipped workshop to learn, practice, make and fix things.https://www.facebook.com/SplintersWorkshopSAhttp://www.splintersworkshop.co.za/

With the current situation of load shedding in South Africa and the promise of at least 5 more years of it, we talk to Mark Gander. Mark owns Union Power, a company in dealing with the current crisis we have in. If you want to have a better understanding of inverters, batteries and solar panels and to understand what you require, here is a "Electricity for Dummies" guide. Enjoy!https://www.facebook.com/unionpowerenergyhttps://www.unionpower.co.za/

Stephen speaks to well know podcaster, Alastair Bishop who has a podcast called The Big Al Podcast, which spotlights South African MMA and features discussions about International MMA as well.We talk about the current set up of MMASA , provincial and national trails, the return of EFC and the current state of South African fighters in the UFC.https://www.facebook.com/mmarepublicza/

Stephen talks to Richard De Sousa developer and CEO of  AltCoinTrader.  As an early adopter of Bitcoin, De Sousa wanted to bring cryptocurrency to the local South African community as buying cryptocurrencies from any exchange overseas was difficult and cumbersome, and so he decided to build his own platform in order to make crypto available to the everyday South African. Bringing crypto to the local South African community has always been De Sousa’s dream.  In the show we explore everything crypto from mining to investing and the future of the currency.www.youtube.co.za/radsactwww.twitter.com/radsact

Stephen speaks to local well known musician, business man and all round nice guy, Justin Serrao, about his career. We talk sauce and we talk life. Very informative conversation about the man behind the songs. His new album will be dropping by the mid year listen out for it.https://www.facebook.com/JustinSerraofanpagehttp://www.JustinSerrao.com/https://www.facebook.com/YYYshows/

This week on Castle Counsel we talk to Greta Graham about SCIO Therapy. What is SCIO? The SCIO is a safe, non-invasive, powerful bio-feedback device that stimulates the tremendous self-healing capacity of the body through stress detection and reduction. The SCIO is designed to correct the manifestation of stress and/or electro-stress patterns within the individual at a physiological level.Contact Greta for more info +2783 443 3008

Having recently joined Radio Today, Castles Counsel is now broadcast live every Tuesday night. In this episode Stephen invites good friend Justin Power into studio to talk about the social dilemma over posting about your good deeds and benefitting financial from it.#NowPlaying - @Radio2Day on @TuneIn Radio! http://tun.in/seUkn

Stephen talks to renowned South African plastic and reconstructive surgeon who is also known for his willingness to give back. Deon talks about growing up in Cape Town, to discussing different procedures and his experiences. An insightful look into the world of plastic surgery. For more information on Dr Deon Weyers visit is website or Instagram page.https://www.drdeon.co.za/https://www.instagram.com/dw_skin_and_body/

Stephen talks to Denis "The Menace" Mwale about his rise in boxing. From his early years in growing up in Malawi to coming South Africa and finding his calling in the ring.

Stephen talks about the last 6 months of lockdown. How it has affected us and how it has affected himself. From business to sports. He talks about it all.

Stephen chats to Boxing Manager of The Year 2010 now trainer, Jodi Solomon. We talk about her life in boxing, the struggles and the laughs. From local shores to across the globe, she has traveled the word and worked with the best in the game.https://www.facebook.com/royjonesjrandjodisolomonboxing

Stephen talks about the 5 week lock down and how we have responded to it and how we think this will help moving into Level 4.

Stephen talks about the current state of affairs around the world with regards to Covid -19 and then talks about the local situation with the lock down in South Africa. His views and feelings on what is happening and what still is going to happen.

Stephen chats to media personality Marc Joubert from Ruckus Media. We look at how Marc got started in combat sports and his vision of where he wants to take it. Along the way we get side tracked with conversations about personalities in the sport, administration and even talk a little wrestling .https://www.facebook.com/ruckusmedia/https://www.loveworldsat.org/www.ruckusmedia.co.zaThe show is brought to you by the Shave Union. Visit them today at https://shaveunion.co.za/

This podcast Stephen talks to long time friend Simon Webb about his personal journey with Mental Health. We learn about the progression in mental health from cause to cure in today's time. Enjoy the PodcastSome helpful linkshttp://startliving.co.za/https://theanxietyguy.com/https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dr-Brink-And-Associates/606482186167401Podcast brought to you byThe Shave Union - www.shaveunion.co.zaJack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

On this weeks podcast Stephen talks to Leigh-Anne Wagner and Varsha Sharma from The Prestige Cosmetics Group, who supply Jack Black Authentic and Original to the South African Market. We talk about the how and why of men's grooming and the ladies give Stephen advice.https://www.facebook.com/getjackblackSA/https://www.instagram.com/getjackblackSAPodcast brought to you byThe Shave Union - www.shaveunion.co.zaJack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

In Castles Counsel's first Boxing Show Podcast, Stephen talks with Former South African and Commonwealth Super Middleweight Champion and now Boxing Promoter under the Real Steel Promotions Banner, Andre Thysse. They discuss his fighting career and his promoting career along with the pitfalls of being in love with the sport.https://www.facebook.com/RealSteelPromotions/Podcast brought to you byThe Shave Union - www.shaveunion.co.zaJack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

Stephen talks to Derek about the fitness industry. What his role is in it and learning a little about what makes this man tick. We also talk about the upcoming FIBO expo happening later this month. https://www.facebook.com/fitprosa/https://www.fitpro.co.zaPodcast brought to you byThe Shave Union - www.shaveunion.co.zaJack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

Stephen speaks to Wayne Cumming about his career and his ambitions. Wayne is an up and coming original singing artist. Working as a Lead Vocalist for the Barnyard Theatres and modeling for different brands.Follow him on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/waynecumming/Podcast brought to you by The Shave Union,Jack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

We speak to Ryan Joubert about his journey on the Fat2Fit platform, discussing dieting, eating and mental strength. Join him on his journey at https://www.facebook.com/Fat2FitSouthAfrica/Podcast brought to you by The Shave Union,Jack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

In this Podcast, we talk to three guys about a new business venture. Cuan Wood, Warren Kinsella and Miguel Castro Amaro talk about The Service Academy. The Service Academy was established to provide the best in service training to its attendees. They offer an in depth waiter service training course and a barista training course geared towards the restaurant, hotel and event industries. https://theserviceacademy.co.za/https://www.facebook.com/The-Service-Academy-103884710959981/Tel: 010 035 3561Podcast brought to you by The Shave Union,Jack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

In this weeks Podcast, Stephen looks at our current mind set, also the new craze with Tick Tok. He also rants about the situation with our traffic officers. Addresses the new ruling by the Constitutional Court about "Spanking" our kids and the con called "I Love Fourways"Podcast brought to you by The Shave Union,Jack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

Is this weeks Podcast, Stephen looks at the mess we find ourselves in South Africa. With xenophobia attacks, kidnapping, rape and murder happening around us. Plus Transsexuals in our schools. Podcast brought to you by The Shave Union...http://bit.ly/2VxWheK, Jack Black Authentic and Original - Men's Grooming Productsand Papa Pronto - Italian Take Away/Restaurant

This week we speak about the death of three high profile individuals in South Africa.James Small, Marc Batchelor and Johnny Clegg.

We welcome back to Castle Counsel, Morne Lotter. We discuss Inner Warrior and his life as a fighter, trainer and match maker for Supreme Fight League.

Stephen goes for a tattoo and gets to speak to award-winning tattoo artist Lewis Williams who is an accomplished tattoo artist with a decade of experience and a CBS reality show under his belt. He is also a shoutcaster and an advanced weapons instructor to name a few talents this man has to his name.

Stephen discuss the current state of humans and the society we live in.Podcast brought to you by The Shave Union...http://bit.ly/2VxWheKand brought you by Jack Black Authentic and Original

In this weeks podcast we talk to Khashane, AKA Kash, about his life and growing up as a black man in South Africa and about his dreams and aspirations.Check out his rappinghttps://youtu.be/1mCDUZOyA9Qhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfrls5Dc2mFDUqnToOJ4LmAPodcast brought to you by The Shave Union... http://bit.ly/2VxWheK

We talk to two time EFC Champion and UFC fighter, Garreth "Soldierboy" Mclellan.We discuss his career, the stories behind the battles, life as a father and what the future holds.https://www.facebook.com/garreth.mclellan/http://soldierboy.co.za/index.htmlBrought to you by The Shave Union, https://shaveunion.co.za/?utm_source=Castles%20Counsel&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=The%20Shave%20Union

Stephen talks to well know Actor, Singer, Dancer and Producer, Emmanual Castis. We talk about his career and the stories behind it. From Steve in Isidingo, to winning South Africa’s Strictly Come Dancing and his role in Jersey Boys are just some of the topics we discuss.

In this weeks Podcast we speak to Kayleigh Ross. She is a well known Socialite and Influencer, as well as a self taught Make Up Artist,Brand Ambassador for @refreshbrowsandlashes and @virginactiveredsa and BloggerCheck her Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/kayoss_za/or her blogs here https://organizedkayoss.com/This weeks podcast brought to you by The Shave Union. The Shave Union delivers high-quality razor blades to your door, when it suits you, at a fraction of the cost of leading store brands. You can try them out for just R99 bucks which includes a free handle, 4 x Six blade cartridges with trimmer blades. go to shaveunion.co.za to try today click link below tohttp://bit.ly/2VxWheK

In this weeks Podcast we invite Morne Lotter, Public Speaker & Spiritual Life Coach, to join us and discuss what his up to. For more information on Morne visit his Website or Facebook page.http://www.innerwarrior.co.zahttps://www.facebook.com/innerwarriorsaThis weeks podcast brought to you by The Shave Union. The Shave Union delivers high-quality razor blades to your door, when it suits you, at a fraction of the cost of leading store brands. You can try them out for just R99 bucks which includes a free handle, 4 x Six blade cartridges with trimmer blades. go to shaveunion.co.za to try today http://bit.ly/2VxWheK

Stephen talks to comedian, MC and all round funny guy Themba Behrens.For more about Themba visit his Facebook page. https://www.facebook.com/Themba-Robin-337765693523120/This weeks podcast brought to you by The Shave Union. The Shave Union delivers high-quality razor blades to your door, when it suits you, at a fraction of the cost of leading store brands. You can try them out for just R99 bucks which includes a free handle, 4 x Six blade cartridges with trimmer blades. go to shaveunion.co.za to try today

Stephen speaks to Tanya King about how the Annual Budget effects us at ground roots.

Stephen discusses the documentary "Leaving Neverland" about Michael Jackson and gives his views on it.

Stephen returns with season 2 and discuss the man in the mirror

Stephen talks about Love on the International day of Love, Valentines Day. Asks the question is love enough?

Stephen tackles the very popular topic of cheating and infidelity.

This week Stephen talks about the perspective and taking the time to view someone else from their perspective. Also chat at social media and suggests a Facebook Free February.

Stephen talks about surrounding yourself with people who add value and the shared society we live in.

This week Stephen talks about the past Podcast and adds some more information on each. Also talks about upcoming Podcasts.

Stephen speaks to Zelda Roelofs about her new support group called ZelB Sisterhood.ZelB Sisterhood is a non racist, non religious, non biased and non judgmental support group. Hurt is real, pain gets unbearable no matter what the cause or reason. ZelB Sisterhood in unity we stand strong together.admin@zelbsisterhood.co.zahttps://www.facebook.com/zelbsisterhood/

We speak to Carmen Castle from the organisation called, Its Not About Me.Carmen gives us some insight into what is happening in South Africa with Human Trafficking. She shares some stories and advice.For more information visit: https://www.facebook.com/ItsnotaboutMEorg/or in emergencycall Colleen McAusland 072 51 1194 or 062 015 9820

This weeks Podcast we talk about Social Media Marketing, the do's and don'ts.We have in studio Chris Irwin from Inbound. Chris shares his knowledge and advice on the new an exciting opportunities available to you the business owner.www.inbound.co.zaor https://www.facebook.com/inbound.co.za/

In this week’s Podcast we talk to Bronwen Smith, a recovering drug addict, as she shares her story and gives her opinion on today’s topic.Here is a link to her story.https://www.houghtonhouse.co.za/success-stories/bronwen-smiths-raw-and-honest-story-of-her-recovery/Also contact her on Bomsmith78@gmail.com