Episodes
Comedian Loyiso Madinga sheds some light on the journey that led him to be the first African correspondent for The Daily Show. He is joined by Siya Beyile, guest co-host Luvo Spambo, and #TheThreadedExchange producer Siphe Mkize as they talk about using your life to inspire others to pursue their dreams.
Published 05/15/18
Comedian Loyiso Madinga sheds some light on the journey that led him to be the first African correspondent for The Daily Show. He is joined by Siya Beyile, guest co-host Luvo Spambo, and #TheThreadedExchange producer Siphe Mkize as they talk about using your life to inspire others to pursue their dreams.
Published 05/15/18
Brand ambassador Ntumi Kondile joins us in studio to talk about how to build a partnership of value with brands. He shares insights on his career, as well as the importance of communicating to the right audience.
Published 05/08/18
Brand ambassador Ntumi Kondile joins us in studio to talk about how to build a partnership of value with brands. He shares insights on his career, as well as the importance of communicating to the right audience.
Published 05/08/18
Blackboard Africa is here to ensure the voices of the youth are heard. We are joined by the co-founders Amonge Sinxoto, Zingisa Socikwa and Mpumi Ntintili-Sinxoto, as they discuss claiming back the African narrative and the importance of female leadership.
Published 04/24/18
Blackboard Africa is here to ensure the voices of the youth are heard. We are joined by the co-founders Amonge Sinxoto, Zingisa Socikwa and Mpumi Ntintili-Sinxoto, as they discuss claiming back the African narrative and the importance of female leadership.
Published 04/24/18
Siya Beyile is joined by our very first guest co-host Neo Sukude, as they interview Caron Williams, founder of an online magazine and content creation agency that speaks to the urban youth.
Published 04/17/18
Siya Beyile is joined by our very first guest co-host Neo Sukude, as they interview Caron Williams, founder of an online magazine and content creation agency that speaks to the urban youth.
Published 04/17/18
Lerato Kgamanyane joins Siya Beyile to talk about her journey in building her company and digital brand. Lerato also shares her thoughts on whether South Africa supports and funds female digital entrepreneurs. Siya also chats to Ayanda Shabalala, an investment officer for business partners, who gives insight into why female entrepreneurs are not getting the funding they need.
Published 04/10/18
Lerato Kgamanyane joins Siya Beyile to talk about her journey in building her company and digital brand. Lerato also shares her thoughts on whether South Africa supports and funds female digital entrepreneurs. Siya also chats to Ayanda Shabalala, an investment officer for business partners, who gives insight into why female entrepreneurs are not getting the funding they need.
Published 04/10/18
2018 breakout actor Aphiwe Mkefe talks to Siya Beyile about his journey into film and how he got into a hit TV show by chance, and debates with Siya whether South African actors are paid enough.
Published 04/02/18
2018 breakout actor Aphiwe Mkefe talks to Siya Beyile about his journey into film and how he got into a hit TV show by chance, and debates with Siya whether South African actors are paid enough.
Published 04/02/18
Banele and Bandile - the duo behind Major League brand - talk to Siya Beyile about the business of doing events and the sacrifices needed in order to build a successful event. We are also joined by new co-hosts, DJ duo FRENZ, who speak frankly about the barriers in the music industry, and how important it is for artists to build their own platforms. Plus we announce a new resident DJ for the show.
Published 03/06/18
Banele and Bandile - the duo behind Major League brand - talk to Siya Beyile about the business of doing events and the sacrifices needed in order to build a successful event. We are also joined by new co-hosts, DJ duo FRENZ, who speak frankly about the barriers in the music industry, and how important it is for artists to build their own platforms. Plus we announce a new resident DJ for the show.
Published 03/06/18
Siya Beyile is joined by Charmaine Ngobeni and Amanda Sibiya, who talk to about the realities of being a young black female entrepreneur in South Africa. Amanda and Charmaine hold nothing back as they talk about why most entrepreneurs fail, inappropriate men in the business field, and how their friendship has survived under the pressure of business.
Published 02/20/18
Siya Beyile is joined by Charmaine Ngobeni and Amanda Sibiya, who talk to about the realities of being a young black female entrepreneur in South Africa. Amanda and Charmaine hold nothing back as they talk about why most entrepreneurs fail, inappropriate men in the business field, and how their friendship has survived under the pressure of business.
Published 02/20/18
In light of the excitement around the Black Panther movie, Siya Beyile explores if it's possible for Africans to build luxury brands. What's preventing us from doing so? Joined by African Marketing guru Sibahle Nyhila, Siya also explores how Africans can build their brands without losing ownership.
Published 02/13/18
Fred Kayembe talks about his journey from starting out as a 19-year-old at Aca Joe, to becoming a force behind Hype Magazine. Beyond that he talks about how as Africans we need to own our culture in order to progress beyond our struggles and challenges.
Published 02/06/18
Siya Beyile focuses on the realities of being a young entrepreneur in South Africa. He's joined in studio by Joe and Elliot - founders of Creative Mind Space, and Khotso - founder of AMME. They break down challenges such as money, family, black tax and pondering whether or not it's commercially viable to run a successful business in South Africa.
Published 01/30/18
Back by popular demand, Siya Beyile hosts the first instalment of #TheThreadedExchange with new co-host Anga Beyile. They are joined in studio by Mandisa Radebe, who is known in the entertainment industry as DBN Gogo. Within a year, DBN Gogo has become a reputable DJ who has gained traction not just through her DJing skills - but her ability to mix commercial and underground house music. She talks to Siya about her incredible journey and the boundaries she has broken.
Published 01/24/18
This week on the show, Siya Beyile speaks to the group of young people behind this season's Mercedes Benz Joburg Fashion Week and how they are working to change the fashion narrative for Africa.
Published 08/14/17
Sheldon is the founder and owner of Legendary Barbers - he talks to Siya about growing his grooming empire, cutting the hair of celebrities across Africa, and how passion has driven his business through the good and the bad.
Published 07/31/17
Siya talks to Tebello 'Tibz' Motsoane about the power of diversifying and being conscious on perfect timing to do so.
Published 07/24/17
Farah Fortune is the brains and power behind African Star communications, which has become one of the biggest PR firms in Africa. African Star has worked with brands such as AKA, Cassper Nyovest, Azzaro, and Ciroc to name a few... recently signing Babes Wodumo. Farah talks to Siya about her journey through business, how to build a brand, and growing a thick skin.
Published 07/03/17