Stream Stories
The South African Mental Health & Business Podcast Channel. Sharing real-life stories of struggles, success and secrets to reach optimal performance.
#32 My One Regret in Business
I am finally aswering a burning question from the Stream community in this quick podcast episode—spoiler alert: it's all about money! Having consulted for numerous startups, I've noticed a common mistake that I myself, have made. Whether you own a business or not, this short episode is a must-listen for…
#31 When Entrepreneurship Tests You, Yet Remains the Optimal Path
In this episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of entrepreneurship, exploring the paradox that it embodies: the rollercoaster ride between the lows that make it feel like the absolute worst job and the highs that make it the best choice one could make. With candor and insight, I…
#30 60 Days Sober | I Feel Superhuman
Approaching my 36th birthday in 2023, I felt a compelling urge to prioritize my health and well-being like never before. With over a year of sober curiosity, I was intrigued by the untapped possibilities that could unfold if I abstained from weekend drinking. Eager to explore the potential boost in…
#29 Before you become the face of your business, listen to this!
Starting a business where you are the face opens up incredible avenues for authenticity and building strong connections with your audience. However, it also brings forth challenges like over-reliance, privacy concerns, vulnerability, and the substantial time commitment it demands. In our latest episode, we explore the unique opportunities and potential…
#28 5 Essential Tips for Choosing the Right Business Partner
In this episode I share my 5 Essential Tips for Choosing the Right Business Partner, because when it comes to embarking on your entrepreneurial journey, selecting the right business partner is a crucial decision! The person you choose to share this endeavor with can significantly impact the trajectory of your…
#27 Should You Launch a Business on Your Own, with an Investor, or with a Business Partner?
In this episode, we delve into the pivotal decision of launching a business on your own, with an investor, or alongside a business partner. I've navigated all these avenues in my entrepreneurial journey, and in this episode, we explore the pros and cons of each approach.
#26 Breaking Free from People Pleasing: How It Holds You Back and Empowering Change
Dive into the intricate world of people-pleasing with Sharmon Reddington from Mumwell. Discover how this subtle behavior influences our decisions and learn effective strategies to break free. From recognizing its impact to reclaiming your intuition, this conversation is packed with actionable advice to help you embrace authenticity and regain control…
#25 5 Game-Changers That Transformed My Mental Health
I'm excited to share with you these 5 things that have been game-changers in completely revolutionizing my mental health journey! Bold statement, I know… Life's fudging unexpected curveballs prompted these transformative practices that not only shifted my perspective but have also had a profound change to my daily life.
#24 Marisa Tallie - 5 Things to know before starting a business
In this episode, we're about to uncover five transformative factors that could have made a world of difference if I'd known them before embarking on my entrepreneurial journey. Stay tuned because, in particular, Number 4 isn't just advice; it's a mindset that can be your guiding light in the world…
#23 Robyn Davie - Breaking Norms and Relocating with Ambition
An Entrepreneur's Journey from Johannesburg to Hamburg: an inspiring conversation with fellow entrepreneur, Robyn Davie, the CEO of Robyn Davie Creative Studio. We chatted to Robyn about how she managed to relocate from Johannesburg to Hamburg while still leading her South African-based company. Curiosity at an all-time high, I couldn't…
#23 Jessica Campbell - Juggling Entrepreneurship and the New Role of Motherhood
In this episode with the founder of the South African Directory, Shop Epiphany, Jessica Campbell and I chat about the ongoing challenges of juggling the various roles of an entrepreneur whilst being a new mom. We talk about the contrast between how she used to operate as a business owner…
#22 Marisa Tallie - Launching multiple businesses starting at 25
Venturing into the unknown and launching multiple businesses starting at age 25… Welcome to this unscripted and candid episode, where I'll be sharing my career journey of the past 10 years. It all started when I was thrown into the grueling and cut-throat world of PR at the young age…
#21 Donna Gray - Changing Careers, Leaving Corporate and Finding Purpose
We delve into the inspiring journey of Donna Gray, who left her corporate career to help women unlock their potential and create lives they love. Discover valuable insights on finding purpose, overcoming burnout, and making career shifts. Whether you're starting a business, feeling trapped in your job, or contemplating a…
#20 Sharmon Reddignton - Sacrifices for your partner’s career
We chat with our very special returning guest, counsellor, and owner of Mumwell, Sharmon Reddington, delving into the topic of making sacrifices for your partner's career, and exploring its nuances in today's context. Sharmon defines sacrifices within the context of prioritizing your partner's career and we discuss why sacrifice isn't…
#19 Nicola Pheiffer - Founder of Simply Granola: Depression, Stimulants and being a Mom Boss
In a raw and honest conversation with the founder of Simply Granola, Nicola - we chat about the reality of entrepreneurship and that it’s not always as it is perceived on social media. Nicola shares her personal journey and how she shifted from a career in finance to taking the…
#18 Xanthi Georgiades – When to Outsource & the Challenges of Being a Boss
Xanthi Georgiades - We chat about the challenges of wearing multiple hats as business owners, knowing when to outsource, when to ask for help and how to navigate the evolving social media landscape and demands. Xanthi is the Founder of The Digital Collar social media agency, covering a portfolio of…
#17 Minette Röth - Hormone Imbalances, Weight Fluctuations and Sugar Cravings
Minette Röth - In this episode, our guest host is the Founder of Fitmom and fitness coach Ash Iovino. Ash chats to Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Minette Röth about Hormonal Health, touching on stubborn weight loss, sugar cravings, and hormonal imbalances that impact our overall health. Minette lives by her nutrition…
#16 Ash Iovino - How Protein Can Transform Your Body & Build Strength
Ash Iovino – In this episode with Ash (FitMom), we chat more about how protein can transform your body and build strength in ways that you may never have known possible. We also share our personal wellness journeys and how forming small consistent habits can help you achieve your goals…
#15 Ash Iovino - Weight Loss, Quitting Diets & Creating a Healthy Mindset
Ash Iovino - I chat to Ash, aka FitMom, about quitting diets for good, improving our relationship with food, and the personal physical and mental transformations that we have both experienced from our twenties to our late thirties. Ash is a certified personal trainer, who created the FitMom community over…
#14 Joe van Niekerk - Former SA Rugby Player turned Transformational Leader | Joe van Niekerk
Joe van Niekerk - Although we were connecting from two other sides of the world, we could genuinely feel Joe’s contagious energy and passion, and the conversation got deep and meaningful real quick…my favourite type of conversation. We chatted to the ex-pro-athlete and legendary South African rugby player about his…