Varshan Sookhun chats to Alvin Gulzar, an IT Executive, Leader and Mentor, who documents his real-life story in his book titled “Poor Boy, Rich Man” and he joins me now to chat more about the book which tells us about his life experiences and how success has a much deeper meaning than financial wealth.

Varshan Sookhun chats to Alvin Gulzar, an IT Executive, Leader and Mentor, who documents his real-life story in his book titled &ldquo;Poor Boy, Rich Man&rdquo; and he joins me now to chat more about the book which tells us about his life experiences and how success has a much deeper meaning than financial wealth.

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Alvin Gulzar on his book "Poor Boy, Rich Man" - Wed, 9 Sept 2026

"My Chai Is Strong and So Am I" by Sharmila Ranchod – is a deeply inspiring memoir that explores resilience, self-discovery and the courage to reclaim your voice. Varshan chats to Sharmila who has spent many years as an Educator, now a Speaker and Women’s Empowerment Advocate more about the book. 

"My Chai Is Strong and So Am I" by Sharmila Ranchod &ndash; is a deeply inspiring memoir that explores resilience, self-discovery and the courage to reclaim your voice. Varshan chats to Sharmila who has spent many years as an Educator, now a Speaker and Women&rsquo;s Empowerment Advocate more about the book.&nbsp;

Sharmila Ranchod on her book "My Chai Is Strong and So Am I" - Fri, 11 Sept 2026

Award winning and highly acclaimed national theatre actors Daniel Anderson and Karina Lind Devar will be joining me to share details about their new production titled Damsel in Distress.  This time Daniel is directing and Karina is the lead star in the show.

Award winning and highly acclaimed national theatre actors Daniel Anderson and Karina Lind Devar will be joining me to share details about their new production titled Damsel in Distress. &nbsp;This time Daniel is directing and Karina is the lead star in the show.

We find out more about theatre production "Damsel in Distress" - Thurs, 10 Sept 2026

Open Air School KZN is hosting a special fundraising concert on 6 November, aimed at raising funds to revamp and equip the libraries at both its Primary and High Schools with updated media and learning materials.

Joining Varshan Sookhun on The Lunch Break to us to tell us more about the school, its work, and the upcoming concert are Ms. Edith Roberts and learner, Ndumiso Ngcamu.

Open Air School KZN is hosting a special fundraising concert on&nbsp;6 November, aimed at raising funds to revamp and equip the libraries at both its&nbsp;Primary and High Schools&nbsp;with updated media and learning materials.
Joining Varshan Sookhun on The Lunch Break to us to tell us more about the school, its work, and the upcoming concert are&nbsp;Ms. Edith Roberts and learner, Ndumiso Ngcamu.

Alvin Gulzar on his book "Poor Boy, Rich Man" - Wed, 9 Sept 2026

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