Nicolette Mashile, Renting is Smarter Than Buying?!
Nicolette Mashile aka *The Financial Bunny* pulls no punches in this explosive episode of *The Shady Phodcast*!
From the *renting vs buying* debate to the *hidden traps in property contracts*, Nicolette breaks down the *hard financial truths* most of us ignore. She gets candid about:
- Why buying property might NOT be the best move
- Learning the *hard way* from financial mistakes
- The crucial clauses you're skipping in your contracts
- The *real power* of understanding investments
- How the banking system really works (and how to beat it!)
If you’ve ever been broke, confused by adulting, or pressured to buy property before you’re ready—this episode is your wake-up call! Shady PHodcast Playlist
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The Shady PHodcast, Laduma Ngxokolo, MAXHOSA, Monaco GP, Paris Fashion Week
In this episode, we sit down with the iconic *Laduma Ngxokolo*, founder of the globally celebrated fashion brand *MAXHOSA AFRICA*. From bold Xhosa-inspired knitwear to international acclaim, Laduma opens up about the *realities behind building a luxury fashion empire*.
We dive deep into:
- Fighting the **counterfeit market** and protecting original African designs
- The bold decision to position *MAXHOSA as a luxury brand* – and what justifies the price tag
- The intense process and *political red tape* of showcasing at *Paris Fashion Week*
- Expanding MAXHOSA into *new global markets* and navigating cultural and business dynamics
- Plus, we get Laduma’s take on *President Cyril Ramaphosa’s recent trip to the USA* and what it means for local brands like his
This is one for the visionaries, the designers, the entrepreneurs, and the dreamers.
*Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE – and hit that bell icon, so you never miss a shady moment!* Shady PHodcast Playlist
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Kate Turkington, Let's talk broadcasting
*Guest: Kate Turkington – The OG of Storytelling & South African Broadcasting*
This week, we sit down with an undeniable icon — *Kate Turkington*. A legend of the airwaves, a fearless traveller, a master storyteller, and, dare we say, the *real OG of the rap game (you’ll see why)*.
Kate holds a *First Class Honours degree in English* from London University and an *MA Cum Laude** from Wits. She was the *first woman inducted into the MTN Radio Hall of Fame**, received the *Lifetime Achievement Award* at the 1st for Women Insurance Women in Media Awards, and was crowned **2019 Woman in the Media** at the Mbokodo Awards.
You might know her from **702/CapeTalk’s iconic “Believe It or Not”**, South Africa’s longest-running talk radio show in the same time slot with the same host. Today, she continues to inspire with her show **"Travels with Kate"** on ChaiFM 101.9 every Sunday at noon.
But don’t get it twisted — Kate’s done more than just talk.
She’s:
- Danced at dawn in Beijing
- Fallen over penguins in Antarctica
- Lunched with a rajah in Rajasthan
- Dined with the Comrades in Cuba
- Climbed Ayers Rock
- Faced Afar warriors in Ethiopia’s Rift Valley
- Heard the stars sing in the Kalahari… and that’s barely scratching the surface.
Kate has **4 grown-up children, 9 grandchildren, and 2 rescue Jack Russells**, and somehow still finds time to give us stories that shake the soul.
This is one for the books.
Funny, fearless, deeply wise — **Kate Turkington is everything we aspire to be**. Shady PHodcast Playlist
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Episode 56 | The Shady PHodcast: Kwesta | The Big Bro Theory | The Departure of 49 Afrikaners To USA
Guest: Kwesta – Da King of African Rap (DAKAR)
K1’s finest. The voice of the grootman generation.
On this episode, we’re joined by none other than Kwesta, for an honest and powerful sit-down that dives deep into the man behind the music.
We talk:
- His come-up and early grind in the game
- Taking a necessary break from music and the reason for it
- The meaning and motivation behind his new album, The Big Bro Theory
- Being a present father and balancing it all
- And everything in between — legacy, growth, and being able to stay relevant in the industry
Whether you’ve followed him since day one or just pressed play, this is Kwesta like you’ve never seen him before.
We also get to touch on the new 49 Afrikaner US refugees, the new elected Pope and off-course Mbuzi with the WhatsApp Leaks youtu.be · Shady PHodcast Playlist
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Siya 'Slikour' Metane, Building Global African Businesses
The legend. The pioneer. The OG.
This week on The Shady Phodcast, we sit down with none other than Siya "Slikour" Metane — a titan of South African hip-hop and a digital visionary who paved the way for artists long before “influencer” was even a thing.
From founding Skwatta Kamp to digitizing music and launching SlikourOnLife, Slikour has shaped the culture and the business behind it. But in this epic episode, we go even deeper…
We talk:
- How to turn music money into investments
- The formula for transforming start-ups into global-listed companies
- Collaborating with corporates & government to grow true African entrepreneurship
- And why knowing how to source capital is the game-changer
If you care about the future of music, money, and the African dream — this one’s not to be missed. Shady PHodcast Playlist
Where supercharged ‘realness’ meets raucous entertainment... buckle up for a wild ride with The Shady Lurker (DJ Warras) and PH - the dynamic duo who bring their 15-year friendship straight to your ears. Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even blush a little. Expect enlightenment, entertainment, an addictive mix of unfiltered opinion!
From dissecting the latest pop culture scandals, to dishing out hot takes on global happenings, they keep it REAL all the time… so you know what’s REALLY up.
What sets the show apart is its fearless approach. Shady Lurker and PH don't just skim the surface because it’s safe – they dive headfirst into the deep end of every topic. No sugar-coating, no BS, just raw, uncensored conversations.
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