Life is a Beach Podcast with Geniene Preston: Recent Episodes

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Interesting interviews, fascinating stories, that’s what makes podcasts interesting. And as a seasoned interviewer living in South Africa but having visited over 80 countries and meeting many people on that journey, I have the perfect platform to get the best out of them.

I have been publishing magazines since 2000 and on radio since 1998.

Debates, interviews and just stories, this channel has them all. Enjoy each one for what they are designed to be. Entertaining, heartfelt, inspiring and sometimes hard to hear. SA Commuter Radio is the platform now to listen to not only my interviews but those of other presenters. Tune in now to listen.

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Our late night chat on Lokuhle FM. We talk to Petronel Baard, music maker, poet and story teller. We catch Prof MA Sihlangu,, known as Andries to his friends, at the Orpen Gate and what he has done for his community, Welverdiend. We can only hope there are more people like these wonderful South Africans. Produced and Presented by Anytime Media The Cork Tree Collection (Orphen Gate) · Petronel Baard · Anytime Media

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This week you will find an interesting conversation about how to licence your invention if you are an inventor with Stephen Key of InventRight followed by a chat with Julienne Du Toit of Karoo Space and what made her move to the Karoo and co author a range of books on the area with partner Chris Marais. Catch them on https://www.anytimemedia.co.za. Invent Right · Karoo Space

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In the dynamic landscape of global tourism, the strength of a destination's brand is a critical force that can shape travel behaviours, influence decisions, and ultimately drive arrivals.

South Africa has made a concerted effort to bolster brand perception in a bid to yield a growing brand to attract visitors from across the globe.

South African Tourism has invested in building the brand; and has been on a journey of brand transformation over the years, steadily enhancing its appeal on the global stage.
Awareness levels for SA as a travel destination increased from 68% to 71% from 2022 to 2023, while positivity remained stable at 40%. In the USA, awareness is at 81% and positivity at 56%. Kenya has an awareness level of 51% and positivity at 24%. South Africa's global closure ratio remained strong, with a rate of 1 in 1.34 in 2023, indicating a high conversion rate of travellers who seek information about South Africa and then visit.

The perceptions of key experiences linked to South Africa as a travel destination remains strong. Attributes such as 'Nature and Wildlife' and 'Adventurous' have witnessed marked improvements, with scores rising to 6.03 / 7 in 2023 (from 5.99 / 7 in 2022) and 5.94 / 7 in 2023 (from 5.92 / 7 in 2022) respectively. Moreover, the enduring appeal of 'Beautiful scenery', 'Experience a different culture', and 'Going on a safari' underscores South Africa's strong appeal as a leisure destination.

visitSouthAfrica @visitsouthafrica Listen on Anytime Radio

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Life on board for passengers and crew are closely linked and all the fun is connected to the weather, the crew and so many other factors. This enjoyable, fun and interesting interview was conducted on the MSC Splendida during a media attended cruise to Portugese Island in early February 2024! Catch the Cruisin Magazine with the full story

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AJABU (adj) – Swahili word meaning amazing, marvellous, fantastic, wondrous or incredible
Example: “Tamasha la ajabu la cocktail!” meaning "Amazing cocktail festival!" Welcome to AJABU Cocktail and Spirits Festival, a bi-annual event to be held in Joburg and Cape Town, which will bring together the best of hospitality and showcase leading brands, talent and venues.Colin Asare Appiah (Bar World 100 Most Influential Figures 2023, and co-author Black Mixcellence) and Mark Talbot Holmes (founder of multiple award-winning U'Luvka Vodka) talk to Geniene Preston at Sin-Tax at the launch of the festival in Johannesburg The Ajabu Festival · The Ajabu Festival with Geniene Preston

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At Meetings Africa 2024, I was privilaged to have a short interview with the Depuity Minister of Tourism and Hospitality and chat a little about what Zimbabwe has to offer besides Vic Falls. We chatted about Chipangali, their animal rehabilitation centre, the Kariba houseboats and so much more. Its a wonderful place to visit and especially the Eastern highlands. Make it your next spot in Africa. SA Commuter Magazine - Its all there

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This is the story of Maya and Manfred who created a unique camper van called Bushbaby. They retired from their normal jobs in Switzerland, and took the Campervan to Africa. They are now travelling through Africa. Maya translates wildlife books into German and Manfred photographs the wildlife and landscape. Subscribe to Maya's blog and purchase some of Manfred's utterly breathtaking photos. www.bushbaby.info @SACommuterOnline The Bushbaby Blog · Manfred Suter Photography

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There is an amazing story behind Dogs 4 Wildlife 'Dan'. Around a year ago Dogs 4 Wildlife was contacted by a wonderful women named Caroline Bridle. Caroline saw a social media post on our important work and felt compelled to reach out to us. In 2013, Caroline's son Daniel Bridle, was diagnosed with terminal cancer, just a year later in 2014 Daniel lost his battle and sadly passed away.

Being a huge animal lover, Caroline could not think of a better way to honour her sons memory than having a specialised dog, trained to protect endangered wildlife. When she told us of Daniel's inspiring story, naming one of our dogs in memory of her son was a fitting tribute to the dedication of Caroline and her family in Daniel's memory and future legacy.

So far Caroline's commitment to this project has been awe-inspiring, thanks to her fundraising endeavours Dogs 4 Wildlife 'Dan' is fully sponsored and we feel it only a fitting tribute to find a very special conservancy to place Dan to help protect and conserve endangered wildlife, The Bonamanzi Game Reserve in South Africa. Dogs 4 Wildlife · Bonamanzi

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3 January 2024 1:40 PM Uveka speaks to Geniene Preston about dip making, creating personalised covers for cell phones and of course board games. The Pocast link to 702

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Jean Philippe Bittoncourt talks to Geniene Preston about what the hotel means to its guests and the surrounding community in Kampala, Uganda. Its not just a hotel, its a family that offers sustainability, supports local suppliers and offers many conferences and events to those who live in Kampala. @ugandatourismboard2567 @ExploreUganda @SheratonHotels @sheratonkampalahotel3910 Explore Uganda · Uganda Tourism Board · Uganda Wildlife Authority · Sheraton Hotels

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This is a podcast as the information about the Park is wide and varied. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable about the birds we spotted and the banks were filled with so many species of both birds and animals. We saw elephant, hippo, warthog, crocodile and of course a proliferation of birds that Ken Lovell didn't know where to point his camera.

The animals came down to soak in the water as the tropical heat here means that the midday sun beats down together with the humidity. But the cruise boat had enough shaded seats for us to enjoy rhe cruise. We drifted past rhe fishermen who were getting their nets ready and clean for the afternoons fishing. Talapia fish is the most commonly found in the area.

@ExploreUganda @ExploreUgandaPearl @ugandatourismboard2567 @UgandaWildlifeAuthority @QueenElizabethNationalPark Explore Uganda · Uganda Tourism Board · Uganda Wildlife Authority · Queen Elizabeth National Park · Watch the video here of the beautiful Queen Elizabeth National Park

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Prossie, a ranger guide at the Kibale Primate Park in Uganda, tells us all about the park and how they care for the chimpanzees. She tells in detail about the park with no fences and how human settlements live side by side with wild animals. She also explains the rules of the visitors and why they are so important. I loved the experience and here is a conversation I had with her before leaving the park. Uganda Wildlife Authority · Explore Uganda · Uganda Tourism Board

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Gorilla Heights Lodge sits in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in the Western side of Uganda. The winding road up to the Lodge shows some of Uganda's most beautiful scenery. The Gorilla centre is close by and within easy reach. Their love of their community shows in all the community projects they are involved in. Their lodge is one of the most beautiful lodges I have ever visited in the world and is top class. Celestine and his team can match any world renown hotel or lodge worldwide. Here he tells us a bit about what they do and why you should book into the lodge. Explore Uganda · Uganda Tourism Board · Uganda Wildlife Authority · Visit the Gorilla Heights Lodge website

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When visiting lodges in African countries, its often good to get the story behind the story. And here Turyatemba gave us a really good look behind the scenes. His staff were very knowledgeable and always helpful. And the community spirit shown at the lodge, is largely because of the support shown to local communities. Guests are treated to a wonderful meal as full board is offered and great options for activities. Chimpundu Lodge Website · Explore Uganda · Uganda Tourism Board · Uganda Wildlife Authority

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Experienced Chief Executive with a demonstrated history of working in the investment and tourism management agency, coffee industry, government Ministry of Finance with unlimited skills in International Business Linkages, Corporate Communications, Management, Strategic Planning, Risk Management and Due Diligence. Strong business development professional gained from regional and international background and experience. Uganda Tourism Board · Pearl of Africa Magazine Bookshelf

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We all remember the days of Vinyl and stereo players that belted out the music of the day. Then in the 70's along came the establishment blues - Rodriguez. His lyrics made our parents wonder about our future and one day Stephen Segerman together with Malik, a Swede, went to go and find him. This is the story.... Read all about it in our current issue of SA Commuter international. The video is also available.

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The Wild Pear Shack is a charming and cosy room situated on the host's property in Heidelberg, Gauteng. Whether travelling for business or leisure, this room offers a comfortable, convenient stay.

The room has its own private entrance and is furnished with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower, a toilet and a basin.

Life is a Beach stayed overnight while enjoying the Mystery Ghost Tour. Wynand and Karolene can be contacted on +27 65 604 2698 for bookings.

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I had the privilage of meeting Lisa and her mom, Sandra during a recent visit to the World Travel Market and again when I was able to stay over on the way back from a business trip to Cape Town. What an incredible duo. Mom, now in her 80's but still very actively involved, joined us for the interview and her daughter, Lisa, an absolute gem and so passionate about not only the property but about the surrounding area of Craddock. Visit their website and book some of the most amazing accommodation

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Our favourite stop is always the popular Notties Hotel which celebrated its centenary anniversary a few years ago, securing its place solidly in the history books as one of the Midlands’ most popular hotels. Geniene spends time with Clive as he tells her all about the hotel and its history. Visit the Notties hotel Website · Email the hotel for great pricing options

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I caught up with Kian on his flat bottomed boat on the Isimangaliso shortly after one of his tours. Amongst the reeds where the weaver birds made their nests, we chatted about his boat, his adventure company and Eco Lodge where he does more than 50 shades of green, he ensures that his lodge runs without harming the planet and his tours are personally conducted with years of knowledge of the area. Shakabarker Tours · Eco Lodge

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Geniene Preston of Life is a Beach caught up with General Manager of Jungle Lodges, Anikethan Chandre, at the World Travel Market Africa, in Cape Town early in April 2023. He shared with us the activities, lodges and background to the resorts in India and it certainly gave me thought to want to visit! Most of their lodges are resident in the Karnataka area of India.

Karnataka’s forests were the playground of hunters Kings, queens and ministers from lands afar, came here in pursuit of big game. The bigger the game, the harder they were chased. Kabini’s forests were a special favourite. Rulers came. The viceroys and the officers of the British East India Company came, these forests even played host to the Russian Grand Dukes’ penchant for game hunting, way back in 1891. Today, these forests still hold sway. Their allure still brings people from the farthest outreaches of the globe – Hollywood even – but with a different motive Visit the Jungle Lodges website to design your next holiday ... · The beautiful area of Karnataka · Live Love and Listen 247

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There are scammers lurking in every corner of the internet and on the street. This is no different. Not only did they use an ATOL number that didn't belong to them but they also scammed many people out of their hard earned money. Instead of standing up and telling people to stop paying while they resolve their financial issues, they continued to take customer cash. And its happening in the UK, not Africa where its expected, but the UK! Live Love and Listen to SA Commuter Radio

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Rui Carreira, a respected airline pilot for the military, commercial airline pilot and now former CEO of TAAG, talks about the challenges faced by Angola and its African counterparts. His love of Angola and of flying, shines through as we share moments in his career both past and present. Book your flight nowon TAAG Airlines · Live Love Listen to Life is a Beach, Thursdays at 4pm and 10pm on SA Commuter Radio

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Bruce Davidson is iconic to most of us in the travel and sports arena. Not only did he make a huge success of the media centres for the travel shows in South Africa but he also is dedicated to the growth of sport within South Africa. Together with corporate companies who believe in our sport, he is making big inroads into uplifting local sport. He talks to Geniene Preston of SA Commuter Radio and TV about his journey. Live Love Listen

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Once you listen to this interview, you will understand why people don't leave the South of Joburg. Most of us grew up in the South and have very fond memories as we left home and moved on. But that is no reason for us not to return and enjoy the area once more. Conact Nicky on nicky@sojo.co.za for more information or visit the website for all the latest happenings. Visit the South of Joburg · Live Love and Listen to SA Commuter Radio

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Robin Ball has been in sports tours and involved in sport in general since the 70's. His love of Travel and Sport has led him on a journey that includes 8 Olympics, has almost never missed a World Cup for Rugby or Soccer and knows almost every crickter's statistics by heart. His favourite soccer team is Liverpool and certainly that means he will never walk alone....Contact him on +27 (0) 62 617 5940 Find your favourite sports package by visiting the website · Live Love and Listen to SA's favourite radio station

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Richard Finch is a very interesting man. I met him during one of my trips to Durban and found that he had such a rich and interesting story, that anyone staying in his guest house would find it a privilage to listen to him and enjoy his anecdotes about growing up in England and of course ending up in South Africa. His guest house,, Ekhaya Ballito, is just a wonderful, warm and hospitable place to stay and should be your home from home when visiting that area. Book here for Ekhaya Ballito · Live Love and Listen to SA Commuter

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"Empty offices get a makeover aimed at millennials who might not want to be tied to one place but want a range of living amenities. In the late 1980s, when Moritz Wellensiek was four, his German father — an obstetrician-gynaecologist —was offered a position at a Durban hospital.For his father and his Italian-born mother it began a back-and-forth life between SA, Germany and Italy. And aside from helping the young Wellensiek learn many languages, it sparked his wanderlust.He is now 35. His latest innovation is turning empty office buildings into an international network of co-living and co-working communities that would appeal to other free-minded global travellers.Wellensiek’s office-to-residential conversion venture began even before Covid. In 2018 he convinced SA Breweries to sell him its former head office on Fredman Drive, Sandton. He turned the 10,000m² mothballed building into 208 studio, one-and two-bedroom residential and hotel apartments. Its red face-brick shell was painted a dark charcoal and BlackBrick had found its name.Within 35 days of its launch" Business Live.....
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There are some firsts in life which will stay with you forever, taking part in The Pathfinder Edition of The Africa Rally will definitely be one of them. Paul Clayton shares his journey with me. and that of the upcoming rally starting 3 July in Harties north of Johannesburg and ending in Niarobi on the 23rd July 2023. Only 50 vehicles can enter and he encourages classic cars. Go on, sign up, join us.... Sign up here and Join Paul and his merry team of mad men, crossing Africa

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Explore the South Africa you know and love. Break away in the berg, dive deep in the ocean or have an adventure in the bush, Dream Hotels & Resorts has the perfect spot for whatever your wanderlust demands. Click here to read more

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What makes this Drakensberg accommodation option so special is that we are offering cozy & comfortable accommodation in a luxury cave. Glass doors open onto a wooden deck with hammock chairs and an uninterrupted view of the Drakensberg Mountains. We also offer accommodation in mountain view suites and garden view suites. This is an upmarket Eco experience Antbear Eco Lodge - Book now for your listening discount

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Ellen has had her hands full with so many changes within the event and conference industry that I was fortunate enough to meet with her at an event we were both attending. She was full of news and had a great outlook on how the world has changed and the new hybrid of having conferences both online and with the reality of being in a room where social distancing is now here to stay. Bebe's Events and Promotions · The PCO Alliance

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Coming out of COVID is not easy and most hospitality venues used the opportunity to upgrade, change and look at things from a different perspective. Shaun has assisted Africlassic in finding their market and going forward. We talked about the venue, the market and of course tasted the most delicious meal in the Morocco Supper Club, cooked by their Executive Chef and her team. So visit their beach, enjoy the supperclub and escape the city to Rivonia! SHAUN BOYD DIRECTOR AFRISAFARI “Sales & Marketing Representation for Hand Selected Unique Accommodation Establishments” M: +27(0) 83 242 3422 E: shaun@afrisafari.co.za F: https://www.facebook.com/afrisafaris

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Edwin H. Kramer (born 19 April 1942) is a South African-English recording producer and engineer. He has collaborated with several artists now in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, including Jimi Hendrix, the Beatles, David Bowie, the Rolling Stones, Led Zeppelin, Eric Clapton, the Kinks, Kiss, John Mellencamp, and Carlos Santana. Even lesser known groups such as Presence[disambiguation needed] from the Boston area recorded half an album before the group's manager had a knock down fight with Atco Records

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This quaint and beautiful guest house, nestling in the heart of Cullinan, is the brain child of Lisa Marie and her husband, Jacques Pistorius. They decided to start the guest house as part of a project to afford the sprawling property and give their children a great place to grow up. Soon it got so busy they had to buy a house nearby to actually live in! This is their story as told to Geniene Preston after a luxurious night in their Rosemary Room.

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Life is a Beach went off and visited the Vaal Riviera hotel. It has recently been refurbished and hotel GM, Daniel Tharratt, took us through some of the upgrades. 6 new rooms with self catering options for long stays, a supper club (which hosted Elvis and Friends with Shaky Russell), and slowly upgrading all the floors to be more modern and have a more modern feel. They now host picnics on the lawn on a Sunday with a local artist to entertain you and not forgetting the Aqua Liquid Lounge barge boat for lunches on the Vaal. They host a great conference centre with an adjoining golf course which in the next 5 years will host 3 big name golf tournaments.

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Audrey McMillan, the CEO of SAPRO, Exporting Home Abroad, has challenges that most freight companies are facing today. The shipping of containers around the world has not been as smooth as they have been in the past due to a number of factors. Here she tells us why your favourite food may be slightly delayed in arriving in your SA Store but not to despair!

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Shaky Russell and Friends are one of South Africa's best tribute bands because when they pay a tribute, they certainly honour the band they are paying homage to. I was fortunate to see Shaky and his band of merrymen at The Riviera on Vaal during October 2021 and Elvis had certainly not left the building when you close your eyes and listen. Catch them next month with Abba. Visit Shaky and team on www.shakyrussell.co.za

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Nancy Zwiers who runs her own company Funosophy, is an intuitive and innovative former corporate executive who loves to help people grow and play through executive coaching. Her talk about inventing toys and games and the marketing mindset of an inventor will include an understanding of the psychology and philosophy behind the importance of play.

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Janine Lazarus was used as a killer's bait back in 1991. For years she kept the story and the information ready to one day write a book. And finally she did. In this interview we chat about what happened and how the book came about to be launched on 24 August 2021. SA Commuter Radio · Reach out to Janine on this link to purchase the book

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Audrey McMillan, CEO of SAPRO International, talks to me about the company's success built on delivering nostalgia to South African's worldwide. South African shops across the globe, order their food, drinks and iconic items into the countries in which they currently reside.

Her knowledge of multiple customs requirements and new products within the local markets, is legendary.

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Hobby historians, Robert Forsythe and Andre Wederpohl, traced the soldiers journey and battles from the West of Johannesburg close to the Cradle of Humankind, through to Paul Krugers' Farm in Boekenhoutfontein, where Robert purchased the farm and created Kedar Lodge.

I caught up with them at Misty Hills, Conference Hotel and Spa, and had a live history lesson, which we carried through many of the activities in the area. Including Bill Harrops Balloons where we flew over the battlefields, and at the Bothongo Rhino and Lion Park in the Wonder Caves where the Italians worked during the war.

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Bill Harrop has been on the South African tourism landscape for many years and is an iconic representation of a family business built on a solid foundation with great vision. I took the opportunity of interviewing Bill in one of his balloons, high up in the Magaliesburg sky during our 36 hours in the Cradle. I was fortunate to be able to include his wife, Mary, during breakfast.

I did manage to edit the propane gas blasts into the balloon to keep us in flight!

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sacommuterwithgeniene Bill Harrop's Original Balloon Safari's · SA Commuter Radio

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This Ability, a newspaper published by Simon Manda, carries content relevant to integrating the disabled with the outside world, otherwise known as the "non-disabled"..

His vision has helped those who did not have a voice and where they needed to be accepted, he stepped in and made it possible. Currently he is involved with News24 in assisting him and creating opportunities for his journalism students in creating great content.

Here with me, Geniene Preston, he has shared his journey and where he plans to take this concept. This Ability News

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Barry Hilton, our cousin, has been entertaining us for years on South African stages and abroad. He is a South African icon like boerewors and braai, like melktert and koeksisters. Here he talks to Geniene Preston about how he has kept up with the times by re-inventing himself with online product reviews while going back on stage. Cousin Approved Product Reviews by Barry Hilton · For more enjoyable podcasts, visit our website and download some of South Africa's best interviews

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Julia Albu is one of the most incredible octogenarian's you will ever hope to meet. She is full of life, and smiles and I had the privilege of interviewing her a while after her return from her epic journey across Africa and then onto England to see the Queen (who incidentally didn't have the time to see this fabulous person who had just driven in a 20 year old Toyota Conquest across Africa to see her!). Order your book here

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We celebrate legends whilst they are still alive to tell us their story. We catch up with Joe Tshabangu, a serial entrepreneur, husband, father, mentor and activist. In a two part series, we tell his story More podcasts from Life is a Beach!

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We celebrate legends whilst they are still alive to tell us their story. We catch up with Joe Tshabangu, a serial entrepreneur, husband, father, mentor and activist. In a two part series, we tell his story Listen to the second part of Joe Tshabangu

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What makes Southern Africans unique? Is it how we see the world? Is it the norms and values instilled in us by our parents in Africa? Is it the African ‘village’ that raised us? Is it the solid foundations our DNA give us, in a unique existence on the southern tip of the continent?

An outsider would say that Southern Africans see bright colour in everything, are proud of their culture, have rhythm in their blood, and are soulful. Most importantly we are united by our extraordinary history, our wonderful humour, warm memories and the marvels of Africa.

Dawn Denton and Geniene Preston discuss the opportunities South Africans have in the UK to make a difference in their own, unique way. Find your way to SA success here!!

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Gerard Govender, MD and founder of Lifewell together with Career Centre's operations director, Ischtelle Hechter, connect and discuss the affiliate program offered to entrepreneurs. Career Centre · Lifewell

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Multilevel Marketing has many facets and many products. We have 4 entrepreneurs that share their journeys of this quagmire of finding resellers to sell products.

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Cabo Frio, 08 March 2021: Rowing for the planet and sustainable development, and sponsored by juwi Renewable Energies, extreme adventurer and ex naval officer, Zirk Botha (59 years old) completed his solo transatlantic ocean crossing on his boat ‘Ratel’, from South Africa to Brazil in 71 days, a total distance of 7200km or 4000 nautical miles (nm). After leaving Cape Town on 19 December 2020, Botha rowed on to Cabo Frio on Sunday 28 February 2021, to complete his voyage in 71 days, a new world record.

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In their 90th year of existence, Ingrid takes on the role of ensuring that their many outreach programs together with fundraising, continues to grow. In this interview she shares her vision for the JHB Chapter and the programs that the women are involved in. Donate now and win a travel getaway worth R70,000!

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Are you sick and tired of the hype, promotion and wild claims made by many of today’s so-called lead generation professionals? - Meet Carlos Batista.

If you’re looking for professional help and expertise without the non-stop BS and ridiculous claims, then let him provide you with the resources and support you need to generate all the leads your business can handle.

He helps small businesses learn what it takes to generate more leads and attract more clients. Why not join one of the free webinars and see how it can help you?

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Olwen and Guy decided to give up a 240 square meter home in South Africa and move to England to live on a 35 square foot Narrow boat. At first it was difficult with a lack of space but now after their 2 year stint is up, they don't want to change it for the world.

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YouthStart Foundation is a company that specializes in facilitating Youth Development programmes for high school learners from underserved communities. They utilize an “Educational Theatre of Learning” model to enhance the educational process particularly for disadvantaged youth in South Africa. Nkosi takes us along that journey from where it started. Join their journey

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Pigspotter is iconic in South Africa as being the "go to guy" for where the traffic cops hide!! Whether its bushes or simply cameras that are designed to catch you. Starting with a few followers on Twitter and as a fun moment, it has now grown to over 500,000 people who rely on Pigspotter to tell us about potholes and other road instances.

Long before GPS and Waze became popular, Cliff was already there! In this interview we share some of those stories and where he began. Catch Pigspotter here on Twitter

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To the average South African, you may not be familiar with the name Cameron Scott but that is about to change!

Seen most recently on South Africa’s first Bachelorette as a surprise contestant, this 25 year old Johannesburg-based, multi-hyphenate artist is not just an eligible bachelor, not just a charmer - there is so much more to him than meets the eye! Cameron Scott

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Welcome To Primestars

Primestars is a company that specializes in facilitating Youth Development programmes for high school learners from underserved communities.

We utilize an “Educational Theatre of Learning” model to enhance the educational process particularly for disadvantaged youth in South Africa. Films and TV shows are an integral part of any learner’s life and therefore introducing short films into the curriculum creates an entertaining and enjoyable way to process and retain information. We run the Youth Development Programmes nationwide. Saving the class of 2020

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In an interview with Wayne Duvenhage, CEO of Outa on the 26 February 2021, shared the Outa Vision and Mission Statement in a 30 minute interview with Geniene Preston.

THE OUTA VISION

A prosperous country with an organised, engaged and empowered civil society that ensures responsible use of tax revenues throughout all levels of Government.  OUTA Home Page

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In this series, Geniene is joined by Manny de Freitas, Shadow minister of Tourism in South Africa.

The story begins with an introduction, post the Covid-19 pandemic, and starts in Cape Town, moving through all 9 provinces. Its a journey that is linked to the website, www.sacommuter.com, with photos and videos and reference links and contact details.

Any traveler, whether local or international, is certain to enjoy this journey.