Welcome to the Life Things Podcast with your hosts, Keagan Carlin & Thithi Nteta. Join us as we chat to women who are killing it in their industries, making mistakes and sharing their Life Things along the way.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast, Thithi Nteta talks to Mathebe Molise founder and owner of BeautyOnTapp & Pastry Skincare on being an idea custodian, building 2 businesses whilst working full time and how she keeps herself centred and focused.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast Keagan Kingsley Carlin and Thithi Nteta talk to Shekinah, singer, songwriter, founder of Rosefest; an all women music experience featuring all-women focused performances; about her journey of self discovery, the importance of changing your perspective when a door closes and using that moment to learn and motivate oneself.
In this episode of the Life Things Podcast, Thithi Nteta talks to Sinovuyo Mondliwa, founder of Lovekinks, hair enthusiast and content creator on her journey as an entrepreneur and how she has managed to turn a creative expression and passion project into business.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast, Thithi Nteta talks to Hayley Doron Weil, about how she took two gap years and built two businesses during that time, one of them during the Pandemic. A talented creative director, Hayley is the founder of That Ad Store (an online store for advertising) and Urban Hound Social (one-of-a-kind handcrafted fur child apparel and bedding) which retails on Superbalist. In this conversation Hayley and Thithi talk about her entrepreneurial journey, her decision to close shop and the lessons she has learnt whilst building her businesses.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast Keagan Kingsley Carlin and Thithi Nteta talk to Brett Robson, former-blogger & founder of ladies fashion brand and e-commerce platform Brett Robson on the importance of trying things and having people who believe in your dreams. Having started her successful business at the age of 25, Brett takes us her through her incredible career and journey towards building her brand, the lessons she has learnt along the way, her approach to management and leadership.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast, Thithi Nteta talks to Sunni Faba, a SAFTA nominated writer and director, whose recent scriptwriting work: the romantic comedy How To Ruin Christmas: The Wedding debuted on Netflix in 2020. A passionate storyteller with an impressive body of work as a writer and director, Sunni shares her views on representation, mental health and the responsibility one has to send the elevator down for others once they have gotten to the top or near the top of their game.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast Keagan Kingsley Carlin and Thithi Nteta talk to Gugu Nkabinde, a solutions architect and the founder of Gugu Intimates, Africa’s first skin-coloured underwear range. A self proclaimed adventurer, Gugu takes her through her incredible career and journey towards building her brand, the lessons she has learnt around tapping into your previous experience, paying attention to the tools and skills life equips with and the importance of investing in your personal growth whilst running a business.
In this first episode of 2021, 2021... Hannah from Hannah Lavery, Nandi Dlepu (Mamakashaka), Tori from Kiss Blush Tell, Linda from Suki Suki Naturals and Keagan from JimnoJean share their reflections and lessons from 2020... and of course... we had to know ... "did they bake banana bread
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast Keagan Kingsley Carlin and Thithi Nteta talk to Aqeelah Harron Ally aka Fashionbreed. An OG of the blog and content industry in South Africa, Aqeelah has and continues to contribute so much to the industry, through her blog, YouTube channel and gorgeous Instagram account. Having recently written an e-book titled BOOKED. BUSY. VERIFIED. E-BOOK which you can buy on www.shopfashionbreed.com, Aqeelah has over a decade of experience as a digital content creator and in her book she shares openly and generously because of her passion for the digital creative space growing. In her own words she says “I want voices to be given to the people, for creatives to be paid, for people to pave their own paths, write their own rules, share their passion and earn a living while doing it. I want to see entrepreneurs succeed.”
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast Keagan Kingsley Carlin and Thithi Nteta talk to Nomaza Nongqunga Coupez, an art entrepreneur and the founder of Undiscovered Canvas; a platform that promotes African creatives and artists in Europe through events, exhibitions and residency programmes. Coming from her home in the South of France via this Zoom call interview, Nomaza talks to us about her continuous journey of self discovery, not letting your insecurities get the best of you and her passion for creating a place where African art can have the spotlight.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast, Thithi Nteta interviews entrepreneur and founder of the gorgeously curated online store Jimnojean. A self proclaimed feminist, Keagan shares some invaluable advice and insights on not only building a flourishing online business, but a brand that people resonate with. We talk practical advice, but also delve into topics like the power of collaboration, taking risks and backing yourself.
In this episode of the Life Things Podcast, Keagan and Thithi have an inspiring conversation via Zoom with Rabia Ghoor, founder of Swiitch Beauty. Having started her business at 14 years old, this 20 year old powerhouse is an incredibly self aware leader and entrepreneur who has built a beauty & skincare business that has won over many not only because the products are good and deliver, but because the brand has heart. Recently, Swiitch Beauty announced that it would be giving R50,000 in the form of a cash grant to a black-owned beauty business and R100,000 in the form of product to up-and-coming black freelance make up artists who are looking to build their kit in solidarity with those standing up and speaking out against racial inequality and human injustice. Join us as Rabia shares her amazing entrepreneurial journey, personal anecdotes on how she is working on herself and more on why Swiitch is the brand it is today.
In this episode of the Life Things Podcast, Thithi has a wonderfully inspiring conversation with Hannah Lavery via Zoom about running her sustainable business founded in 2012. In this conversation, Hannah shares personal anecdotes on how she is keeping sane and focused during lockdown, opens up about some hard decisions and learnings from having to run a business under the lockdown and her passion for building a local industry so that the 20 dedicated highly skilled women she employs have jobs to return to. Hannah Lavery is a beautiful brand that celebrates clean lines, natural fabrics, genuine leather bags and shoes, and softly tailored pieces and is available online at https://www.hannahlavery.co.za/ as well as The Watershed in Cape Town and Parkhurst in Johannesburg.
In this episode of the Life Things Podcast, Thithi and Keagan talk to Linda Gieskes-Mwamba about turning passion into profit. An avid lover of beauty and skincare products, Linda is the founder of the popular Suki Suki Naturals product range. From making batches in her kitchen whilst working full time as a lawyer to being stocked in retailers like Woolworths, Wellness Warehouse and Jimnojean, Linda takes us through her journey to entrepreneurship as she talks about the challenge of being more audacious and owning the African narrative through sharing finished goods that take up space in the wellness industry.
Welcome back to the Life Things Podcast! In this first episode of 2020, Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) and Thithi Nteta (@travelgirlboss) talk us through their highs and lows of 2019, balancing passion projects and work, and what they have on their Life Things list for 2020
In this episode of the Life Things podcast, Keagan and Thithi sit down for a hilarious, fun, insightful and candid conversation with Sanani Mangisa (@Sanani). As the former South African Hockey goalie for 10 years, Sanani has participated in two whole Olympic games, a World Cup and a Common Wealth Games. We talk through the highs and lows of professional sportsmanship and have some lols along the way.
In this episode of the Life Things podcast, Keagan and Thithi sit down for a hilarious, fun, insightful and candid conversation with Amahle Jaxa aka Aunty Jaxx (@Jaxx_Amahle). As the chief of operations at Until Until, Amahle shares some great insights on running a business with your friends, partying and balancing real life things like studying and working at the same time and just being an all round boss babe who lives her life to the fullest on all counts.
In this episode of the Life Things podcast, Keagan sat down with Talya Goldberg, a future serial entrepreneur who successfully started, ran and then sold her company only to become the Creative Director of everyone's favorite coffee brand, Seattle. Talya is a wealth of information & insight when it comes to anything 'business' and was so great to sit down and chat to. You can follow Talya here: https://www.instagram.com/talyagoldberg/ & here: https://twitter.com/TalyaGoldberg
In this episode of the Life Things podcast, Thithi and Keagan sit down with Carla van Aswegen, a senior digital designer who has committed her life towards NGO work in her role as Creative Director for Hope Risen. We talk about the peace on can find in making decisions, purpose and the importance of living for something bigger than yourself. The Hope Risen Foundation is a nonprofit organisation that fights for the importance and freedom of each and every victim of human trafficking. https://www.hoperisen.org
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast, We (@Keagankingsley and @travelgirlboss) sit down for a hilarious and insightful conversation with Art Curator and Director, Anelisa Mangcu. Although a variety of topics were covered, BDE was an overarching theme throughout this candid conversation.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast, We (@Keagankingsley and @travelgirlboss) sit down to chat through the sometimes sticky topic of money in relationships. Whether romantic or platonic, we can all agree that discussing money can sometimes get us hot under the collar. We discuss why we think that is in a number of different scenarios as well as who pays for the rounds of shots that rando ordered for the table. You can follow us on Instagram here: @Lifethingspodcast Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) Thithi Nteta (@travelgirlboss)
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast, We (@Keagankingsley and @travelgirlboss) sit down for a candid chat with Misha Levin aka @Brandslut. We had an amazing conversation covering an array of topics including careers, making decisions and the personal changes that come with becoming a mother. For more about Misha, check out her blog: https://www.brandslut.co.za/ And you can find her on Instagram here: @brandslut You can follow us on Instagram here: @Lifethingspodcast Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) Thithi Nteta (@travelgirlboss)
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast We (Keagan and Thithi), take a two-part look at moving abroad for love and/or work through the stories of 6 different women, who have done exactly that. From how they made the decision to move abroad to what it's really like to be in a different country and build from scratch. We uncover stories about growth and establishing a stronger sense of independence and adventure.
In this episode of The Life Things Podcast We (Keagan and Thithi), take a two-part look at moving abroad for love and/or work through the stories of 6 different women, who have done exactly that. From how they made the decision to move abroad to what it's really like to be in a different country and build from scratch. We uncover stories about growth and establishing a stronger sense of independence and adventure.
In the fifth episode of The Life Things Podcast, Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) sits down for a candid chat with one of South Africa's most loved beauty and skincare bloggers, Tori Tatham of Kiss Blush & Tell (@kissblushandtell). What makes Tori so well-loved and trusted by her readers is the fact that she is honest and unapologetically herself, teaching us that embracing who you are, including your flaws, gets you further than pretending you are perfect or only presenting the 'good' about yourself.
In the forth episode of The Life Things Podcast, Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) and Thithi Nteta (@travelgirlboss) sit down with Nandi Dlepu aka @mamakashaka, who is an entrepreneur focused on creating platforms that bring people together. Nandi talks us through some courageous decisions she has had to make, the necessity of checking in with oneself and her journey towards living an intentional and considered life.
In the third episode of The Life Things Podcast, Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) and Thithi Nteta (@travelgirlboss) sit down with Roxy Burger. As a well-known face in South African media, Roxy candidly takes us through her journey on how she got to where she is today, how she adapted to the changes life brought her as she entered motherhood, and dealing with anxiety.
In the second episode of The Life Things Podcast, Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) and Thithi Nteta (@travelgirlboss) sit down with Owner & Founder of Candi & Co Salons (@candiandcosalon). Candice has some really amazing insights with regards to entrepreneurship but the conversation manifested into a lot more than just business. Candice takes a deep dive into her childhood and the motivations that derived from that, then going on to inspire her to start a business. But most importantly, she discusses her purpose and what drives her to keep making a continuous difference in peoples lives she touches.
Welcome to the Life Things Podcast! In our first episode, Keagan Kingsley Carlin (@keagankingsley) and Thithi Nteta (@travelgirlboss) interview each other, sharing a little about why they wanted to start a podcast, their personal career journies as well as life and all the other things in between.
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