What we can afford to cut from the budget

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to John Manyike, Head of Financial Education at Old Mutual, about what South Africans are most likely to trim from their budgets when tightening their finances, reflecting broader consumer behaviour in a cost-conscious economy. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-k…

Are shopping malls still safe for long term investments in South Africa?

Nokukhanya Mtambo speaks to Grant Smee, CEO - Only Realty Property Group, about whether shopping malls remain a sound long-term investment in South Africa. The conversation was sparked by recent news that Bluff Towers Shopping Centre in Durban is being sold for around R545 million, a deal that rais…

Monitoring social media use and lowering screen time for your kids

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Debbie McCrystal, Founder of Conscious kids & a Life coach for kids, about banning children from social media doesn’t solve the underlying problems of harmful platform design and that real solutions require fixing how platforms operate rather than simply excluding young…

The value of getting a good mentor as you set new goals for the year

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Paula Quinsee, the founder of Engaged Humans, about the importance of mentorship and communication skills alongside scientific training, showing how stronger professional relationships can support early-career researchers and their long-term success.  The Money Show is…

Why businesses fail even when they’re profitable

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Mphahlela Mokgatle, Equity Partner at BDO, about why companies can be profitable on paper yet still run into cash flow problems or collapse, highlighting how poor liquidity and mis-aligned capital strategies, not earnings, often sink otherwise successful businesses. Th…

How Ozempic and Wegovy are impacting South Africans and rewriting diet

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Dr. Pfunzo Machimana, GP & Family Physician Specialist, about how appetite-suppressing drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are reshaping weight-loss approaches in South Africa, with growing interest in their role beyond diabetes management and implications for diet and health…

Coping with Grief and Loss

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Dr Khosi Jiyane, Resident Clinical Psychologist, about coping with grief and loss, focusing on how people process bereavement and practical ways to navigate emotional healing.  The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and radio presenter, Stephen Gro…

South Africa’s growing appetite for gambling

Nokukhanya Mtambo speaks to Lungile Dukwana, Acting CEO for National Gambling Board, about South Africa’s growing appetite for gambling and betting, examining the rise of online platforms and the financial risks facing households.  The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist and ra…

South Africans betting beyond their means

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Sarah Nicholson, JustMoney Head of Customer Experience, about about why more South Africans are betting beyond their means, the risks of using gambling to make ends meet, and practical, low-risk alternatives to protect income and reduce financial harm.  The Money Show …

How Small Businesses Adapt to The Festive Season

Nokukhanya Mntambo speaks to Nomndeni Sethole, CEO and Founder of Agenda Women, about how small businesses adapt during festive seasons, balancing higher demand with limited resources, cash flow pressures, and the need to sustain growth. The Money Show is a podcast hosted by well-known journalist …