Inspired Youth

What inspires the youth of today? Dene Botha features guests ranging from the country’s top aspirational role models to celebrities and stars from sports, entertainment and business… all of whom are passionate about passing on their personal experiences to the next generation. It’s also a platform for the youth of South Africa to showcase their talents, experiences, dreams and aspirations for a prosperous life and a better future.
Weekly English South Africa Society & Culture
35 Episodes
20 – 35

But first, talent

The age-old debate of nature vs. nurture takes an interesting spin when professional big wave surfer and movie maker, Matthew Bromley,stoke shares his story and stoke with us. We then chat to sisters Luzibo (12) and Matida Moyo (16) whose acting talents have been recognised by the international performing arts…
26 Mar 2018 48 min

Finding your Niche

How many career opportunities are there for the youth these days, on an international level? Sunil Osman from Inspired Youth chats with CEO and COO of PSConnect Thabiso and Nathan, Jaco Venter, the head-honcho at Zeroth Energy, and motivational speaker and author, Confidence Seleme about making the correct career choices…
19 Mar 2018 48 min

Walking the Walk, on a momentous level!

Peter Dunn has decided to take five months out of his life and dedicate it to those in need - South African children suffering cancer. He has taken it upon himself to set up a campaign that the average human would battle to even comprehend while raising awareness and funds…
12 Mar 2018 47 min

Creativity is King… & Queen

How does one enhance their creativity, and is there a need for it? Dene Botha from Inspired Youth chats to three different people, from three vastly backgrounds, about three different methods of creating creativity.
5 Mar 2018 46 min

The Power Play

As the saying goes, ‘healthy body, healthy mind’… Inspired Youth SA chats to magazine cover model Brandon Duxbury, and supreme fitness couple, Steffi and Clint Brink about what it takes to turn your fitness obsession into your career. We also explore their thoughts on the upcoming 'Anti-Bully' celebrity white-collar boxing…
19 Feb 2018 52 min

"What you waiting for?"

You get those that talk-the-talk... you get those that walk-the-walk... and then you get those that GET THINGS DONE! Dene Botha from Pride Factor chats with Bulelani Balabala who is 100% the latter. Hear what they have to say about inspiring, guiding and mentoring the future leaders of South Africa.
12 Feb 2018 45 min

If it was easy, everyone would be doing it

Sunil Osman chats with MD and founder of Data Innovator, Jerusha Govender, about the challenges women face when starting a business during the 4th Industrial Revolution, and how dedication and perseverance are key components to success. "Little girls with dreams become women with vision." – Jerusha Govender.
5 Feb 2018 44 min

Knowledge is EVERYTHING

We all believe that knowledge is power, but is education not the most important aspect of all? Being educated, intellectual, and ‘street-smart’ proves its advantages when Dene Botha talks to model, ambassador, lecturer and YoTV presenter and Generations Legacy star, Candice Modiselle... as well as Law student, Brand Ambassador, educator…
29 Jan 2018 49 min

Don’t get caught off-guard in 2018

So, what did we learn from last year? And what’s in store for us this coming year? Hmmmm…. the mind boggles. Dene chats to motivational speaker, NGO owner, difference-maker and one of the Top 100 Most Influential Youth Africans, Fred Bohasu, about passion, having a plan and sticking to it,…
15 Jan 2018 40 min

Persistence & Podiums

Fabienne Lanz and Ewan Taylor have been flying the South African flag high for the motorsport industry internationally, but it hasn't been an easy journey. Sunil Osman stands in for Dene Botha for an inspirational chat about the challenges this girl and guy face in the motorsport industry and how,…
18 Dec 2017 46 min

Leading by Example

What does it take to be a leader amongst the youth? How do you work 20 hours a day and maintain your sanity? And what would you do if you found R10 million? Inspired Youth chats to two extremely accomplished youngsters - entrepreneur, lawyer, and author Zareef Minty, and radio…
11 Dec 2017 50 min

Dedication & Determination

Inspired Youth chats with FMX pro athletes Nick de Wit and Dallan Goldman about identifying their passions and aspirations, and turning their childhood hobbies into fulfilling lifestyles and careers. We also profile young Max Legderwood, who has his hopes set an international endurance rally that will elevate his profile into…
4 Dec 2017 51 min

Mind over Matter

Nkateko Emily Mabasa was told she’d have to make best friends with her wheelchair at a very young age, and is now walking and dancing and is an inspiration to thousands. Bianca Zoonekynd was in a terrible car crash before going on to become a gymnastics world champion. Our host…
27 Nov 2017 47 min

Joey Evans: From Para to Dakar

Paralysed from his chest down after an accident that crushed his spinal cord, doctors told him he had a 10% chance of ever walking again. Ten years later he became the only South African to finish the 2017 Dakar Rally on a motorbike. Sunil Osman stands in for Dene Botha…
20 Nov 2017 46 min

The Comfort Zone

The comfort zone is a nice enough place… pity nothing exciting ever happens there. So do something that scares you and gets your heart pumping! Dene Botha and his guest, Khanya Mkoto, discuss tackling your fears and taking steps towards reaching your full potential. Remember, a sheltered life is an…
13 Nov 2017 47 min
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