GenC Podcast

We sit down with visual effects wizard and animation mastermind, Ryan Jonathan—better known to the internet as RyGuy. Long before the term "content creator" existed, Ryan was setting the blueprint for influencer culture in South Africa, shooting club after-movies that drew crowds of hundreds and burning matric ball edits onto CDs with Nero Burn.From his early days making DIY Fast & Furious remakes on bicycles to working at Hectic 9-9 and eventually founding his powerhouse agency, Renderjockey, Ryan shares the ultimate creative journey. We dive deep into his process of working with massive brands and icons like Ricky Rick, Schalk Bezuidenhout, and Tomorrowland, and discuss how to navigate the tricky waters of pricing your worth and avoiding creative burnout.Plus, we explore the explosive impact of AI on the creative space, share some hilarious personal stories (including a forgotten ProNutro disaster), and tackle important conversations about inclusivity and identity in South Africa.In This Episode, We Cover:Mastering the Craft: Self-taught VFX, renting DVDs to study directors, and the journey from Hectic 9-9 to launching Renderjockey.The Business of Creativity: Knowing your worth, overcoming burnout, and why "you are only as good as your last project."The AI Revolution: How AI is reinvigorating Ryan's love for VFX, plus JP and Lyle's takes on using AI for ideation and efficiency.Award-Winning Moments: Creating award-winning content alongside heavyweights like Lasizwe and Nadia Jaftha.Behind the Scenes: The beautiful chaos of being a "fairy dad" to 3 girls, managing a mini-zoo (4 chickens, 3 dogs, 14 fish), and surviving childhood without Drink-O-Pop.Empower My Family Segment: Rizaan drops knowledge on how AI is transforming environmental conservation.Real Talk: A candid check-in on inclusivity and representing the diverse coloured community in South Africa.Play Along: We also bring back the nostalgia with talk about Virtual DJ and Fruityloops, and play a round of "Say Ma Now"!Don't forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more deep dives into the minds of the industry's best creators!00:00 Intro and Welcome02:14 Who is RyGuy11:03 Early Career Days18:08 Fascination for Learning19:22 Feeling like Work23:43 Influencer Space26:44 Making Your Parents Understand31:11 Surviving and Thriving35:46 Dad Ryan45:02 Render Jockey Studios49:16 Say Ma Now01:04:16 Ai Talk01:19:48 Question for the Hosts01:29:01 Message and Plug01:30:50 OutroFollow us at: Instagram

What does it take to build a truly iconic brand in South Africa's luxury alcohol industry? In this episode, we sit down with Reagan Clay — a brand strategist who has gone from the halls of St Joseph's College and Rondebosch Boys to managing a prestigious French luxury brand across the entire South African market.Reagan breaks down everything from his early days at British American Tobacco, to why "hyperpersonalisation" is the secret weapon of luxury brands, and why knowing your "Ideal Customer Profile" is the difference between building a brand and shouting into the void.We dive into:

Step into a world of identity, performance, and unapologetic self-expression with Manila Von Teez — drag queen, fashion designer, and cultural force.In this episode, Manila unpacks her journey from spiritual dance in church to commanding stages across South Africa. From creating her own looks to becoming a SA's Got Talent runner-up, she shares what it really takes to build a life as both Veon Wentzel and Manila..Watch as Manila gives JP a legendary (and hilarious) new drag name and schools the boys on the "Dragtionary": breaking down everything from "Beaulah" and "Stella" to why Gen Alpha terms like "Choppelganger" are causing a stir.We also dive deep into:- The Origin Story: How Manila was born through cross-dressing parties and self-made fashion.- Fashion vs. Design: Why there's a massive difference between a dressmaker and a designer.- Haus of Vjorn: Dressing clients for the MET, weddings, and the business of being a powerhouse.- Ballroom 101: An inside look at the underground scene for the LGBTQ+ and Trans community.- Identity & Activism: The importance of pronouns, representation, and staying patient with your younger selfWhether you're here for the fashion, the culture, the laughs or the wisdom — this episode will GAG you.

This Episode of GenC Podcast dives deep into the inspiring, raw and unpredictable journey of Shelton Salie aka Shelton Forbez. Shelton opens up about feeling like an outsider growing up, struggling with identity, chasing dreams through dance, TV auditions, and building a name for himself in South Africa's entertainment scene. From landing major opportunities with VUZU TV and Generations to creating viral content and culture-shifting platforms today — this is a story of resilience, reinvention and purpose.But we go even deeper... Shelton speaks honestly about his battle with substance use, mental health struggles, and how becoming 6 years sober transformed his life. He shares powerful gems like “The vice cannot coexist with your full potential” and why sometimes losing everything is what helps you become who you're meant to be.Packed with laughs, bold opinions, spicy takes on the SA entertainment industry, and classic Gen C moments like This or That and Say Ma Now, this is one of our most heartfelt and entertaining conversations yet.If you're chasing purpose, navigating your career, rebuilding yourself, or just love authentic South African stories — this one is for you.

From Surrey Estate to shaping the future of business and technology — this episode is packed with purpose, perspective, and powerful conversation.This week on the Gen C Podcast, we sit down with the brilliant Mushfiqoh Samodien of Aspire Solutions as she shares a deeply personal and inspiring journey of resilience, leadership, family legacy, and building impact that outlives us.Mushfiqoh reflects on growing up in Surrey Estate, navigating life in a divorced household, becoming mature at a young age, and how those experiences built the strength and resilience she carries today. She also honours the influence of her father, who played a pivotal role in establishing the licensing for Voice of the Cape Radio — a legacy of service that helped shape her own mission to uplift community and create meaningful change.

What does it take to turn a childhood love for music into a global career in film and TV composition?In this episode of the Gen C Podcast, we sit down with Mikhaila Alyssa Smith — a New York-based composer, pianist, and self-proclaimed “hybrid” creative blending classical training with cinematic storytelling.From being inspired by the iconic Pirates of the Caribbean soundtrack at just 11 years old, to studying at University of Cape Town, and eventually stepping into the global stage of film and TV music — Mikhaila shares her full journey.We dive into:

What Happens When You WALK AWAY From the Life You Thought You Were Meant to Live?In this powerful, quirky and deeply honest episode, we sit down with Julia Daniels — a former medical student and School teacher turned actress, improv performer, and facilitator..This is a story about reinventing yourself, embracing failure, and finding purpose when life doesn't go according to plan.

From humble beginnings to one of Cape Town's biggest platforms — this is the journey of Mitch Matyana. In this episode, Mitch breaks down: How radio came naturally from his school days at Parklands College. His early grind at ONE FM (including interviewing Mi Casa). The unexpected moment he got his shot at KFM 94.5. Why consistency and showing up is EVERYTHING for Cape Town creators..We also get into: “Appointment viewing” vs binge culture. His LOVE and Admiration for Leanne Manas And of course… Chaos: Football debates, SAY MA NOW madness, and Rizaan refusing to wear shorts

A Doctor's Journey.. What It's REALLY Like Being a Doctor on Cruise Ships.. The Truth About Aesthetic Medicine, GLP-1 Weight loss Trends & Modern Beauty Standards.. This week we sit down with the INCREDIBLE Dr Hilla—a true example of resilience, passion, and purpose.From a challenging schooling experience to working in trauma units in Johannesburg, Dr Hilla shares how she went on to spend 10 years as a doctor at sea, travelling the world while treating patients in some of the most unique environments imaginable.But her story doesn't stop there.We dive into her transition into aesthetic medicine, where science meets art — and unpack her powerful philosophy:“The best injectable should be undetectable.”Plus, things get personal as we explore: Running a medical practice as a business owner.. How art became therapy during lockdown.. The meaning behind the semicolon tattoo.. A message Dr Hilla would give her younger self ❤️And a surprising question about relationships and love. We wrap it all up with our fan-favourite game: “Say Ma Now?”

Season 5 is here and… we might already be losing control.We are back with a brand new season, upgraded podcast setup, same old shenanigans.In this episode we look ahead to some of the biggest events coming in 2026, including major movies, sporting events, and the huge J Cole concert coming to Johannesburg. But as usual… the conversation goes completely off the rails.Things get especially interesting when Rizaan channels his inner Bridgerton and somehow turns Google Maps into one of the funniest moments of the episode.We're also introducing two brand new segments this season:

In this Final Episode of the Year, we navigate through our own GenC 2025 "Wrapped".. We look back to EVERYTHING we did this year.. Highlight some of our "STAND OUT" moments.. Self-reflect on how we GREW and then Have FUN with our Favourite COMMENTS OF THE YEAR... We also have a small TEASER for what's to come NEXT YEAR.. And Rizaan makes us BLIND RANK the top FESTIVE ACTIVITIES in South Africa..

This week Clayton Morar completely blows our minds with his life story.. From humble beginnings in Gqeberha to interviewing Oprah.. From collecting autographs in Highschool to interacting with Celebrities on the Red Carpet.. We chat about getting RESPECT.. Having your STARS align.. Nick Canon taking a picture of himself and Mariah.. The different elements of FAME.. Understanding publicists and agents.. Concert do's and don'ts.. Evolving with the time.. and having a reference point to look up to.. It's a JOURNEY.. BUCKLE UP..

Thabiet Amardien AKA "thabs_theconnect" gives us INSIGHTS into what makes a GREAT MANAGER.. We chat about MANIFESTING and the Neuroscience behind SPEAKING things into existence.. Dreaming BIG.. Navigating the transition from Traditional Media to New Age Media.. What YOU need to become a Manager.. Running a Festival on WhatsApp.. and MORE......

Dalin Oliver's STORY takes us on a Taxi ride of a Journey.. Multiple Stops.. Even More Detours.. Different Routes.. A lot of Screaming.. Not Always Safe.. But gets us to a Destination.. We Hope You all Enjoy the Ride..

Stuart Taylor joins us on the Podcast! He shares his journey from studying MAGIC to becoming a COMEDIAN to now balancing it ALL with LEARNING to be a HUSABND and a FATHER.. We get some CRAZY insight into the HISTORY of Comedy in Cape Town.. Gatekeeping and Collaboration.. We go through YOUR answers to this weeks Question and Have some FUN with our games..

This week we explore the Art world.. We chat to Firdous Hendricks about how she's using Art to help change the Children in South Africa's lives.. We cover Culture and Identity.. Healing from Trauma.. And How Creativity is Collaborative with EVERYTHING..

THIS WEEK we have our own CROSSOVER of the Year.. The Posties Podcast joins us on the show.. We chat all things Podcasting and get to know the REAL POSTIES.. We dive deep into Themba and Alex's life.. We have a LIVE poetry reading.. JP joins us VIRTUALLY.. and we have A LOT of FUN with Your Interactions and some Games..

This week we're discussing ALL THINGS CONTENT... Is Social Media THEEE SEARCH ENGINE.. Is Your Algorithm a MIRROR? Being Authentic with Your Content.. TRYING NEW THINGS.. Who's Jelly & Custard and HOW they can take You and Your Business to the Next Level in Content Creation.. This Episode is Interesting, It's Fun and it's a STORY of how TWO really good Friends found their way to Creating their Own Content Agency!

Thania Koopman Gives Us a Glimpse Inside Her Self-Discovery Journey, Where She has Now Decided to Pursue Her Passion FULLY.. We Dive Deep into the Past and Dream Deep into the Future about What it Looks Like to Find Your Passion and Actually Pursue it..

Kristi Lowe Drops some Bars on the Same day of Her Album Release!! We get some Insights into Who Kristi Really is.. We go on a Journey of Healing and Grieving.. We Explore How She found HER music.. We chat about Experiences in the Music Industry.. The Power of Live Performances.. Collaborating in the Music Scene and Building the Band.. This Episode was such a Good Time & we hope you all go check out the Album "A Glimpse Inside My Mind"

Logan Kelly AKA The Dancing Koala Joins us on the Show as we Chat about the Dance Culture in South Africa.. Do we have the BEST DANCERS in the World?? Growing Up in a Small Town.. The Pathway into Professional Dancing.. Making a Difference in the Community and Some Fun and Games.. This Episode is Filled with Nostalgia Bait and We Hope You Enjoy all the Throwbacks and Shenanigans..

SOUTHSIDE FITNESS Coaches Us to Understand how Functional Fitness is Actually for EVERYONE.. What is Functional Fitness? Are YOU Functionally Fit? Why YOU NEED to be Functionally Fit! Dom and Kyle Breaks it all Down for US.. We chat about Motherhood and Training.. Starting Up a Gym.. Family Balance with Business Ownership.. EXCUSES.. Gaining Your Energy Back.. This Conversation was an Eye-Opener for US, so we HOPE You all Gain Something Special for it as well..

Dr. Chad Marthinussen shares HIS story of being a "Miracle Baby".. From being pronounced "Clinically Dead" to Breaking the Mold in Highschool.. From Studying Medicine to becoming an Entrepreneur.. Walking down a Dark Lonely Road to Finding his way to Absolute Light... THIS story is a WILD RIDE.. It's Emotional, Inspiring, Funny and Intelligent.. ENJOY!

Jill van As takes us on HER epicurean adventure.. We "rev up" the conversation with some Biker Girl Stories.. We chat about her Book and how Cooking as well as just being in the Kitchen helped her deal with Trauma.. Comfort Food Vs Comfort Cooking.. Her love for Media and Sharing her Experiences.. And some NEW ventures including some Cooking Masterclasses..

Amy Dirks shares her story of Navigating the "ADULTING" process.. From Studies to Content Creation.. From Comedy to LIFE.. From Commercials to Movies.. From Purpose to Passion.. This Journey of Self-Discovery is so RELATABLE and INSPIRING.. We believe EVERYONE will be able to take something away from this conversation!!

Dayle Solomon Gives us a Look into What it Really Takes to Get into the World of Professional Football.. We Chat about the Work Ethic NEEDED.. The Culture that HAS to be Adapted & The Sacrifices that WILL be Made to Make it to THE TOP.. This Conversation Does NOT just Apply to Football, it has to do with LIFE..

Rushdiyah Narker & Shaheena Links are two South African Authors Sharing their Writing Journey and opening our eyes to LOCAL stories that we can relate to and ENJOY.. We chat about the importance of finding a COMMUNITY where you can feel like you BELONG.. Finding YOUR VOICE.. Holding Yourself Accountable & Exploring the Self-Publishing Process.. If You're a BOOKWORM, this is the Episode for YOU...

Elsa Marman Gives us Insights to Navigating the Transition Process from School to Work Readiness.. We discuss whether University SHOULD be an Option for YOU.. Building UP Soft Skills.. The Importance of SKILLED LABOUR.. & Creating Privilege for the Generation to Come.. This Conversation could be a little Controversial, BUT let us know YOUR thoughts..

LUUKHANYO Takes Us on His Journey to Creating HIS SOUND.. He's a Rapper that Fuses R&B, Hip-Hop, Funk, and Jazz to Connect With Himself and His Audience.. He's Performed all over South Africa and is also Creating a Global Presence.. He's someone that NEEDS to be on Your Radar and We're so Excited to Share His Story As He's Preparing to Release His Debut Album!

We are Joined by The Multifaceted Sensation, ALFRED ADRIAAN.. This Conversation Will Take You EVERYWHERE, From Wearing Suits to the Airport to Patching Potholes.. This Opportunity we had, to Explore the Mind of Alfred, Lead to Thought Provoking Moments, All While Holding Back the Tears of Laughter.. We Hope You ENJOY!

Coach Ashwin Adams and Coach Dylan Petersen Share Their Story About Starting A School Rugby Club For Girls, And How Through Their Coaching & Development Programs, Want to Create the Next Generation of Springboks.. Taking Girls that Have NEVER Played the Sport, to Playing in The World's Largest School Rugby Tournament AND Excelling There.. This Conversation is Guaranteed to Leave You Inspired & Excited for What's to Come...

Kiva, The Founder & Organizer of Thirdhousepoetry Helps us Explore our Creative Brains as We Focus on the Poetry Scene in Cape Town.. We Cover Navigating the Events Space & When Things Go WRONG.. YOU, the Audience, Answers Our Question of the Week.. AND THEN... Rizaan Blesses Us with a Performance of One of His Poems to Close out the Episode...

Celest Anthony Gives us a Radio Masterclass and Shares Her Life Story of How She Manifested Her Way on to Good Hope FM... From Growing up in Stellenbosch to Side Quests in Amsterdam, We Find Out about Celest, Away from the Mic.. We Celebrate an Amazing Role-Model & Partake in Our Usual Shenanigans.. Join us on this BICYCLE RIDE adventure..

This Week we Explore the Life of One of Cape Towns OG Content Creators, Devon Wayne Saunders AKA DevDonDidit!! We Speak about His Life Story, from Leaving Highschool at “First Break” to being a Bodyguard in England to Playing in THEEE FA Cup to working for PRADA and then Returning BACK to South Africa and Starting His Content Creation Journey.. This Roadtrip is One You Don't want to Miss..

This Week We get a Talent Acquisition Specialist/Recruiters insight and Figure out the Do's and Don'ts when it comes to CV's, Job applications and Interviews...

This Week We Become Part of the LOOP!!

This Week, Dean from "ignition3d_studios" gives our Studio a Makeover with some AMAZING 3D Models from some of our favourite characters from anime, comics & movies..

This Week we have a Lekka Chat with Thameenah Daniels!!

The Podcast is BACK! New season, New studio.. What took us so long.. Catch up session.. Ramadan Duas.. Reflecting on Last Season.. NEW SEGMENT?? Say Ma Now.. Greatful Moments and What We're looking Forward to..

This Week is Our Season Finale, and We're Going Out with a BANG!! Summer Heynes Joins us on the Show and We THROWBACK all the way from Sleeping in School to Cheerleading at Interschools.. Balancing LIFE, Ignoring the Empty Vessels and Interacting with YOU!! We'll SEE YOU ALL NEXT YEAR!!

Nabeel Omar Shares His Journey with Creating His OWN Board Game!! How what STARTED out as a Project, became so much more than that.. We find out YOUR favourite Board Games.. Play a Trivia Based Game Together.. Dabble in some Hypotheticals & a MASSIVE GIVEAWAY at the END...

Ziyaad "zee@eez" Jeftha Shares His Journey with Entertainment... From Small Town Living, to Moving to the Big City... This Episode is Filled with Stories, Laughs and a Surprise Introduction... You, the Audience Helps Rizaan Pronounce Worcester Sauce... We Play The Quizler, Say Ma Now... Provide a Message to a Younger Self and so much more....

Erve Bukasa Shines a Light on His Past, Becoming a Unicorn, Discovering HIS Creative Process, Dealing with Unintended Consequences, Reaching 100k on YouTube, His Journey with Music, Being Forced to Deal with Expectations, Upscaling Content Creation, Interracial Relationships in South Africa, Interacting with YOU GUYS and Some GAMES..

Rudy Paige Paints the Picture of His Life Journey, From Growing Up in a Small Town to Playing for the Springboks, and Now Co-Hosting One of the Best Rugby Podcasts in South Africa! YOU, The Audience Let's Us Know What Careers Retired Athletes Should Pursue & We Discuss Your Favourite World Cup... We Play Some Games and Have and Emotional Ending...

Marc Lottering Graces us with His Presence and Together with The Help of Our Captain, JP, We Sail Down Memory Lane and Explore His Epic Story.. We Debut a NEW ADDITION to the Team.. Rizaan Skarrels for Complimentaries and We Have A LOT of FUN!!

Gareth Duncan Shares His Journey From Studying Journalism & Working for the Springboks to Leaving it ALL behind to Pursue His Passion for Entrepreneurship.. Finding the Gap in the Market, Tailoring Some of the Best Suits in Cape Town and now Exploring the Professional Poker Scene.. It's a ROLLERCOASTER..

Vezz Takes US ALL on His Journey.. How Auditioning on Idols took Him to Greece.. Returning to South Africa, and HUSTLING to Make a Living.. Going VIRAL on a BUS in Cape Town.. How "Vezzbys" Started.. Social Media Interactions and a Few Games..

We ALL Get A Well Needed Group Therapy Session!! Candice Lynn Warner is Our Tour Guide on an AMAZING Journey, Chatting about Mental Health, Therapy, Her "Roots" in Social Work, Being a DISRUPTOR, Creating CAPACITY, Holding SPACE and NOT forgetting to DECOMPRESS.. We Speak about Her BOOK, on Reparenting Our Inner Child.. Our Social Media Responses Spill Some Tea of "Old Wives Tales".. SAY MA NOW.. a New Version of Musical Chairs and a Message to Her Younger Self....

This Week, The Loadshed Podcast Hosts US.. We find out They're Movie Stars and get the Inside Scoop of How Their Podcast was Started.. We Trauma Bond over Getting Robbed in South Africa and then Enter a Heated Debate over KZN vs Cape Town.. We Play Some Games, Take a Trip to Jurassic World, Shake Hands and Say Goodbye..

This week WE celebrate 100 Episodes, 3 Years of the Podcast and 25 Years of Joe Barber!! We are Joined by David and Oscar as they Share their Journey with US.. We have insights on Studying Arts in the 90's.. Hitchhiking through University.. David's transition to the Directors Chair.. Oscar Mourning Certain Characters.. How Joe Barber Started.. Piracy Leading to "VIRALCY".. We Interact with the Audience, Play some Games and End off with a Message to Your Younger Self...

And the C is For.... CATCH UP!! WE ARE BACK.. NEW additions to the Family.. Rizaan Got Pulled Over By the Cops.. Are We "D-list Celebrities".. JP has some Life Changes.. We Review Some Past Episodes.. Dive DEEEEEP into the Comment Section.. Have a Debate on Fish Fingers & EXPOSE Rizaan... THIS EPISODE is Proudly Sponsored By PlanetWorld South Africa and SHURE.. We are SOOOOOOOO Excited to be Partnering with Them with Our NEW Audio Equipment as Our Sound is NOW EXCLUSSIVELY Driven By SHURE and Planetworld South Africa!! Follow THEM on