Old Mutual Group Old Mutual On The Money

Old Mutual On The Money

The On the Money Programme is a financial education initiative created to teach all South Africans how to best manage their finances. The programme is based on the behaviours of South Africa's Big Five animals. The unique characteristics of the Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Rhino, and Buffalo, as found in nature, have been distilled to teach us how to manage our personal and family finances. The purpose of our podcast is to educate & empower our listeners on money matters using real life situations and financial moments. It features celebrities, industry experts and ordinary people sharing relatable and practical tips through a conversational podcast on their stories & experience on financial matters.
Occasionally English South Africa Education
61 Episodes
40 – 60

Tumisho Masha Shares his Life & Money Lessons

One of SA’s most prolific actors, Tumisho Masha, has conquered everything from stage and screen to working behind the scenes. Despite his success, Tumisho has experienced his fair share of ups and downs – and that’s why he doesn’t define himself by his bank balance. Our Head of Financial Education,…
9 Oct 2023 25 min

The Relationship between Mental Health and Finances

How tight can the relationship between mental health and money be? Very… it turns out! Our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, sat down with Dr. Nomathamsanqa Watala to explore this fascinating topic. Discover how your financial decisions might be impacted by factors such as childhood trauma, narcissistic relationships, and…
15 Sep 2023 33 min

A Double Dose of Financial Tips from the Cent-Twins

The “Cent-twins”, Innocent and Millicent, might look identical, but these entertaining entrepreneurs believe that their differences bring out the best in each other. Chatting with our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, the twins reveal how they complement and inspire each other in life, work, and business while sharing a…
20 Aug 2023 33 min

Money Managing Tips from South Africa's own DJ Fresh

Arguably South Africa’s best-known DJ and media personality, DJ Fresh has been entertaining the country for decades. Yet when building an empire like his, you need more than raw talent. Fresh sat with our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, to discuss the value of discipline, work ethic, and money…
2 Aug 2023 30 min

Ishmael Morabe on Rebuilding his Financial Future after Struggling with Addiction

For more than 30 years, Ishmael Morabe has been entertaining music lovers across genres. Yet life has not been without struggles and subsequent financial complications. Ishmael opened up to our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, about his addiction, recovery, the importance of getting financial knowledge at a young age,…
17 Jul 2023 25 min

Actor Tshepo Maseko on the financial values shaped by his father

He has been a firm favourite among South African audiences since the age of 13, but Tshepo  Maseko credits his late dad for instilling his level-headed approach to managing finances even earlier in life. John Manyike, our Head of Financial Education, chatted with Tshepo about these views and in the…
23 Jun 2023 24 min

Yanga Sobetwa on Winning SA Idols and Managing Money

Songstress Yanga Sobetwa was only 17 when she won SA Idols. While her prize money was life-changing, it was a lot of financial responsibility at such a young age. John Manyike, our Head of Financial Education, sat with Yanga to discuss how she dealt with this sudden cash windfall, how…
6 Jun 2023 25 min

Pirates Legend Bruce Ramokgadi on Football, Life, and Money

Forced by injury to retire at the peak of his soccer career, Buccaneers legend Bruce Ramokgadi came through the ranks when professional soccer players were not rewarded as they are today. Our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, spoke  to Bruce about the financial lessons he  learnt along the way,…
9 May 2023 24 min

Tumi Stopnonsons Matila on Building Wealth the Smart Way

From humble beginnings to the big stage, Tumi Stopnonsons Matila has been entertaining SA for over a decade. Yet this funny man takes a level-headed approach to building wealth through multiple income streams. Our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, chatted with Tumi about his work ethic, strategy and approach…
17 Apr 2023 26 min

Yvonne Chaka Chaka, the "Princess of Africa", on Life and Money

The “Princess of Africa”, Yvonne Chaka Chaka, has not only ruled the music charts for over three decades but also built an impressive business empire. She chatted with our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, about her life, her relationship with money and the values and principles that shaped and…
28 Mar 2023 37 min

How Kate & Donovan Goliath Turned Chuckles into Ka-ching

The Goliaths are THE undisputed giants of South African comedy. Donovan Goliath and Kate Goliath sat down with our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, to share how they transformed funny business into a real business empire, the lessons they had to learn, and their relationship with money. This is…
20 Feb 2023 36 min

Radio Legend Shado Twala and Money Lessons for Career Freelancers

Shado Twala has ruled the South African airwaves for decades, but even with a career as illustrious as hers, she hasn’t always had an easy relationship with money. Shado chatted with our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, about her life and the financial pitfalls of being a career freelancer…
9 Jan 2023 32 min

Ntsiki Mazwai on Balancing Money with a Demanding Lifestyle

Poet, musician, and entrepreneur Ntsiki Mazwai lets us in on her aspirations and how she navigates through financial challenges. In true Ntsiki style, she shared some interesting thoughts on how she balances money and her demanding lifestyle. Listen to this thought-provoking chat as she sits with our Head of Financial…
5 Dec 2022 25 min

What You Need to Know about Debt Collection

There are a few calls we can look forward to in our day but calls from debt collectors don’t make the favourites list. Our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, sat down with lawyer and debt expert Timmy van der Grijp as he shares some useful facts and information around…
21 Nov 2022 41 min

Letoya Makhene on the Financial Impact of Relationships

If there's anything Letoya Makhene can definitely attest to, is that life isn't a rehearsal and that poor financial decisions can lead to a financial dead-end. The renowned South African actress and singer Letoya Makhene spoke to our Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, about the lasting impact certain decisions…
7 Nov 2022 34 min

Osmic Menoe on Making & Growing Money

Hip hop curator and Back to the City organiser, Osmic Menoe, has kept the music and business flame burning over the years. In this rare sit down with Head of Financial Education John Manyike, Osmic lets us in on his unique approach to making and growing money, his staying power…
4 Oct 2022 37 min

Kwesta and Sibu Mabena Discuss Finances & the Relationship between Artists and Managers

South African rapper and songwriter Kwesta, and his manager, Sibu Mabena, chatted with Head of Financial Education John Manyike about their relationship as artist and manager. Catch this candid discussion about the music and money, learning curves coupled with industry wins and lessons. Thanks for listening! Interested in getting more…
21 Sep 2022 43 min

Polygamist Musa Mseleku on Balancing Family and Finances

Join Mr. Musa Mseleku and Old Mutual’s Head of Financial Education, John Manyike, as they talk about finances and family. From how Mr. Musa Mseleku learnt to handle money, taking care of his growing family, his streams of income, and protecting his loved ones' future. Listen to this candid podcast…
7 Sep 2022 41 min
40 – 60