Cool Story Bru! Meet the South African Behind the Stories That Make Us Smile
You’ve seen the videos. You’ve shared the stories. Now meet the man behind Cool Story Bru... Austin Macaskill.
In this episode of Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we sit down with the digital storyteller who’s captured South Africa’s heart, one bite-sized tale at a time. With over 610,000 followers and 23 million likes on TikTok, Austin is shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes, quirky facts, and everyday moments that make South Africa so proudly South African.
It’s real. It’s powerful. And it’s the reminder we all need right now... that there’s still so much good around us.
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💛 Stories that matter. Conversations that count.
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He Tore His Calf 6km into Comrades… and Still Finished the Race. For the Kids
He tore his calf 6km into the Comrades Marathon… but still pushed through nearly 90km of pain, grit and heart.
Not for glory. Not for medals. But for something far greater. The kids fighting cancer through CHOC.
In this deeply personal and powerful episode of Good Things with Brent Lindeque, Richard Laskey, the force behind Modern Athlete and one of the iconic Cows, opens up about the race, the reason and the road that got him here.
From battling addiction to losing his wife, Rich has faced unimaginable hardship… but continues to choose purpose, hope and doing good.
This conversation is about more than running. It’s about resilience, humanity and what happens when you keep showing up... even when it hurts.
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💛 Stories that matter. Conversations that count.
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Drive Now, Text Later: The Campaign Turning Heads and Changing Habits
Put the phone down. Save a life.
On this week’s Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we sit down with Discovery Insure CEO Robert Attwell to unpack Drive Now, Text Later... a bold new campaign encouraging South Africans to stop texting while driving.
It’s a national movement with one clear message: that no message is worth a life. We talk road safety, personal accountability and how small decisions behind the wheel can have a massive impact.
This isn’t just a corporate initiative. It’s a call for real change. And it starts with each of us.
Watch now and join the movement.
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💛 Stories that matter. Conversations that count.
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They Teach. They TikTok. And They’re Changing Lives... One Video (and Learner) at a Time!
Two incredible teachers. One unforgettable conversation.
On this week’s episode of Good Things with Brent Lindeque, we sit down with Mrs Bullock and Riaan du Rand... two South African educators who are not only changing lives in the classroom but also lighting up TikTok with their humour, honesty and heart.
You might recognise Mrs Bullock from her viral dance videos that brought joy to millions, and Riaan from his sharp, funny (and sometimes emotional) “Dear Parents” and “Dear Teachers” series (not to mention that iconic “Diddy” moment).
But beyond the likes and shares, they’re using their platforms to open up meaningful conversations about education, mental health, connection and the power of showing up authentically.... both online and off. And of course, there is dancing!
This episode is full of laughs, goosebumps and real moments that will make you fall in love with teachers all over again.
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💛 Stories that matter. Conversations that count.
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Proudly South African and Proudly Brilliant: Voices from the Summit
This episode of Good Things with Brent Lindeque is packed with real conversations, powerful insights, and proudly local stories from entrepreneurs, innovators, and changemakers driving South Africa forward.
From small business dreams to big industry wins… this is what building a better Mzansi looks (and sounds) like.
Watch. Feel inspired. Buy local.
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🇿🇦 Powered by Proudly South African. Filmed live at an event.
💛 Stories that matter. Conversations that count.
I'm Brent Lindeque (also known as the Good Things Guy) and this is Good Things with Brent Lindeque, a podcast and vidcast dedicated to sharing the stories of South Africans who are doing remarkable things.
Each episode features honest, uplifting conversations with people who are making a real difference... in big ways, small ways and everything in between. These are the stories that deserve to be heard: stories of resilience, kindness, innovation and hope.
This series is all about changing the narrative. Reminding us that there is so much good happening in South Africa. And that sometimes, we just need to turn up the volume on it.
🎧 Available on all major podcast platforms
📺 Full video episodes on YouTube
Let’s tell better stories. Together.
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