Sand Isle is a DJ/Producer/Sound engineer that hails from the North, Alexandra to be specific, with his roots placed in the House music genre, where he dabbles with intensity in electronic, deep and minimal deep techno; he has a passion for music that spills over into everything else he does. He is a part of the Art Affair movement that is sweeping across Johannesburg, his reach is far from local, with Groovy management putting the wind in his sails, he’s been gaining an international acclaim...

Xoli is an entrepreneur and the owner of @heavenly_beautycreatives the first beauty spa of its kind in Alexandra township in the North of Johannesburg South Africa. Xoli has had a unique journey both in business and life, she is a bubbly and welcoming personality, that puts you at ease while she uses her somatology skills. She is a self starter and a motivational speaker that has tried her hand a business numerous times, with an unwavering spirit. Join us as we unpack township...

Mxo is one of the best artists to come out of Alexandra, with a passion that finds its way to other social issues with African history at its core. Mxo is the brains behind the Alex based art gallery @artflava_gallery He is also one part of a creative collective that gave us the Art affair lifestyle event that encompasses themes of creativity that combine but are not limited to local cuisine, good music, art and fashion. The young artist has been able to attract and amass a global following...

Tribe Franko is a musician that dabbles across genres, however he is known for his tribal interpretation of house music that is rooted in culture in a modern landscape of deep house, Amapiano and techno. He lends himself to a genre that is Afro house inspired, we catch up with the Alexandra township native to speak on life, family, his culturally rich upbringing and how it lead him to a life of music, taking inspiration from his surroundings whilst being open to collaborating with those he...

Cel is a being filled with passion for life, education, football and cooking. A former football player turnt a force for change in the football world in South Africa, we sit down with Cel to find out how she has navigated the male dominated industry and her experiences growing up in Alexandra as a LGBTQI youth. We discuss the rich history of South Africa and how it is tied to education and the pedagogy of the oppressed mind. We engage in light hearted banter as the conversation takes a...

Thee most personal podcast episode, as I hop into my own neurosis to explore how I engage with subject matter and how I make decisions as an individual; the show itself is structured in a way that interrogates the voices in our heads assigning personalities to them. Nhlivo - the podcast host and tries to navigate through the muddy thought patterns his guests are having. Nhlanhla - the content creator, the self proclaimed digital innovator, since no one has called him that, tries to remain...

The granddaughter of iconic freedom fighter uBaba Chris Hani, Nosipho is the the first and official Youth Ambassador of South Africa, the first black female president of USSA (University Sports South African), and she is currently in her fourth year of study toward becoming a neurologist. #Podcast #podcasting #podcaster #podcasts #NhlivoActually

My guest is no stranger to the lime light, with over 25 years of acting experience with in the acting industry, she takes time out to connect with us; while reflecting on her career, life and business ventures. She is more than meets the eye, move magazine dubbed her the mother of the acting industry, while her recent performance on Skeem Saam on SABC 1 had her trending. She is a mother, actor, singer, performer, MC, motivational speaker, voice artist, linguist, peace ambassador, priest and...

The episode is all about introspection and taking a hard look at ourselves and the lives we have created, leaning into how the decisions /mistakes we have made lead us to a life that we ultimately need to embrace and accept; in full knowledge that we did our best with what we have been given. The amount of anxiety brought on by the lockdown can lead to laziness and all sorts of unwanted habits forming from being stuck in the same environment, with brief periods of relief when you go shopping...

Nhlivo steps into a virtual appy world with the host of podcast Sincerely Sindz to co-host the latest episode of Nhlivo Actually, this 2 part series will live on both podcasts. Nhlivo and Sindz take this Lockdown time out to discuss the effects in a nutshell, whilst shedding light on the mental health effects such an event can have on even the most positive of individuals. We dive deep into BLACK GIRL MAGIC, taking a dramatic short left into BLACK GUILT and the journey of a podcaster in a...

Nhlivo sits down with businessman and socialite Ashby Barden of date my family fame, speaking on the feelings of trending in SA; and how that changed the trajectory of his life and career. We also catch up on relationships, upbringing and his brand.

It's my Birthday episode, on this episode Nhlivo shares his thoughts on the COVID 19/ Corona Virus and how to cope with the nationwide lockdown by sharing entertainment and lockdown sanity essentials

Covid-19 is the word on everyone's lips, hopefully not in a literal sense, the world is currently on a lock-down that serves as an attempt to get ahead of the corona virus (crown virus) that goes undetected until the a person deals with flu like sickness. Claiming an increasing number of lives, this episode aims to inform listeners on the virus and how to protect yourself; while applying the principles of self distancing. South Africa is currently on a 21day lock down and Nhlivo offers up a...

Nhlivo engages with the popular philosophies created by Plato one of the best philosophers of all time to see how they still hold relevance in the 21st century; by putting them through the paces while exploring themes like Hip-hop, relationships, education and more.

Nhlivo sits down with Township Trap Superstar, rap extraordinaire Trap Maketang previously known as Trap Maginsa as he takes us through his journey and transformation into a trapaholic as represented in his debut mixtape appropriately titled Maketang. The bars are eloquently placed over 808's crafted by the Trap enslaved TizzMo, who collaborated on the entire project; we speak on the current state of Hip-Hop/Rap/Trap. We talk ownership relating to ones' craft and intellectual property and...

Nhlivo dives nose first into the world of fashion and grooming, in what seems to be an in-depth look that sends him into a nostalgic spiral filled with bootleg jeans and all sorts of wallet chains, Nhlivo tries to navigate through the complexities of manscaping, with the use of silly examples that are a bit tongue in cheek. The episode confronts certain topics that men avoid having in public or in private, men have become uncomfortable  with discussing the most basic of grooming activities,...

Nhlivo tries his best to get into the spirit of valentines by posing questions and seeking answers concerned with the day and its loyal following. Taking views from both guy and girls to create a clearer picture of the state of valentines in South Africa, including the use of personal messaging on whatsapp, asking and answering questions on twitter and posting statuses edging people to confront their feelings towards the day. Nhlivo pieces it together on the second episode while exploring the...

The Podcast is a narration by Nhlivo on topics experienced by most, on this episode Nhlivo introduces himself to the audience and explains what the podcast is about, Nhlivo provides a glimpse into his world with the background music by Trap Maketang while touching on his debut mixtape. Nhlivo then goes on to discuss briefly upcoming topics like #valentines and #relationships and how to navigate the #mensconference.