SA’s #1 podcast for Health and Wellness The Endure Edge Podcast is your go-to podcast for achieving peak performance in mind and body. We dive into fitness, nutrition, mental health, and personal growth, bringing you expert insights and practical strategies to help you stay strong, focused, and r
MIKE HEWAN: COMFORT IS MAKING YOU WEAK | SUFFERING, DISCIPLINE & BECOMING STRONGER What if the very thing you're trying to avoid is the thing that could make you a better human? In this episode, I sit down with Mike Hewan, entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and CEO of LIFT FIT, for a raw and honest conversation about suffering, discipline, resilience, business, and the pursuit of becoming better. Mike is someone who doesn't just talk about hard work. He lives it. From pushing his physica...
What does it actually cost to become exceptional? In this episode, I sit down with one of South Africa’s most recognisable chefs, restaurateurs and creators, David Higgs, but this conversation goes far beyond food. We talk about obsession. Pressure. Success. Failure. Family. Ageing. Discipline. The moments nobody sees when the cameras are off. David opens up about the relentless pursuit of excellence, what success gives you, and what it can quietly take away. We get into his relationship ...
What happens when there is nowhere left to hide? No title. No reputation. No comfort. No excuses. Just you, your mind, and an ocean that doesn’t care who you are. In this powerful conversation, Chris Oldnall takes us inside the mindset required to do what most people would consider impossible, pushing the human body and mind through extreme open-water swims while carrying a purpose far bigger than himself. But this conversation isn't really about swimming. It’s about suffering. Disciplin...
Behind the voice, the success, and the smile… Sam Lehoko was losing herself. In this raw and powerful episode of The Endure Edge, South African radio personality Sam Lehoko opens up about her battle with alcohol, addiction, shame, recovery, and the moment she realised she could no longer recognise the person she had become. But this is not just a story about alcohol. It’s about pain. It’s about identity. It’s about the things we use to escape ourselves. Sam shares what alcohol was reall...
Olympic medals. A world champion. One of the greatest swimmers South Africa has ever produced. But behind the medals, the records and the moments of glory is a story most people never saw. In this deeply personal conversation, Chad Le Clos goes beyond swimming and opens up about the weight he carried away from the pool, the pressure of being a champion, the expectations of an entire country, identity, trauma, depression, vulnerability, and the struggle to understand who you are when the thi...
What happens when the tough exterior comes off? In this raw and deeply honest conversation, James Starkey takes us beyond the biker vest, the brotherhood and the image of being a “strong man," and into the battles that many men fight quietly. We talk about mental health, addiction, suicide awareness, emotional pain and the stigma that keeps men from saying the words: “I’m not okay.” James shares his perspective on why so many men are taught to be tough, but never taught what to do with fea...
Adam Lipschitz isn't a professional athlete. He runs a commercial cleaning company and a property firm. He trains alone, no coach, no music. And this year he stood at the front of the Cape Town Marathon and paced Eliud Kipchoge, the greatest distance runner who ever lived, at the fastest marathon ever run on African soil. This episode is not a race recap. It's a raw, honest conversation about what it actually costs to live at full throttle in every direction. The mental load of building busi...
Beyond Everest: A Conversation with Sibusiso Vilane A special collaboration between Ferguson Media and The Good News Check-In. What does it take to become the first Black African to summit Mount Everest? What kind of mindset allows someone to stand on the highest peak on every continent and redefine what's possible? In this special collaboration between Ferguson Media and The Good News Check-In, we sit down with Sibusiso Vilane, renowned explorer, adventurer, motivational speaker, and one ...
Everyone knows Kevin Fraser for making people laugh. But behind every sold-out show, viral video, and standing ovation is a man who's had to reinvent himself, question himself, and keep moving, even when no one was watching. In this conversation, Kevin opens up about the transition from DJ to comedian, the pressure that comes with success, the mental battles most people never see, the discipline he's found through running, and what it really means to build a life with purpose. We talk abou...
Marathon Training, Nutrition & Recovery starts long before race day. In this episode of The Endure Edge Podcast, endurance expert and 32Gi Founder, Mark Wolff, shares decades of experience helping athletes optimize performance through smarter training, proper nutrition, effective recovery, and science-backed endurance strategies. Whether you're preparing for your first marathon or chasing a personal best, this conversation dives into the principles that separate successful enduranc...
Success leaves clues, and in this episode of Endure Edge, we sit down with Roland Steyn, founder of MiFitness, to unpack the mindset behind building something that lasts. From the tough early days and moments of uncertainty to scaling one of Africa’s leading fitness businesses and expanding into the UAE, Roland shares the lessons, decisions, and philosophies that shaped his journey. This isn’t a conversation about gyms. It’s about vision, resilience, risk, and thinking bigger than your circ...
In this powerful conversation, Brandon Fairweather opens up about the silent battles happening inside so many minds today. From anxiety and overthinking to pressure, self-doubt, and emotional burnout, this episode dives deep into the mental struggles people often hide from the world. Centered around his new book The Hell Inside Our Heads, the discussion is raw, honest, and deeply relatable, unpacking what it means to live in a world that never slows down while trying to protect your peace of...
She looked fine on the outside. But behind the smiles, the image, and the silence was a battle nobody saw coming. In this deeply raw episode, we uncover what female addiction really looks like, the hidden pain, the shame, the double life, and the reality so many women are forced to suffer through in silence. From losing control to fighting for recovery, this conversation goes beyond addiction and exposes the emotional weight women carry behind closed doors. This is not a polished recovery s...
For years, the world saw the frontman. The success. The music. The fame. But behind the spotlight was a man slowly losing himself. In one of the rawest conversations ever on the Endure Edge Podcast, Ross Learmonth opens up about addiction, sobriety, identity, and the painful process of rebuilding a life from the ground up. This episode goes far beyond music. We talk about: - The reality behind the rockstar lifestyle - The moment he knew he had to change - Walking away from a 20-year ident...
What makes someone leave comfort behind and skateboard across an entire continent? In this powerful episode of the Endure Edge Podcast, Jason Vanporppal opens up about the mindset, pain, purpose, and mental battles behind his journey across Africa, all in pursuit of building one of the continent’s biggest skateparks in Uganda. But this conversation goes far beyond skateboarding. We talk about isolation, resilience, mental health, fear, purpose, and what happens when you push yourself past ...
What does it really take to be a woman balancing motherhood, ambition, and identity? In this powerful conversation, Nicole Capper opens up about the realities behind the scenes, the pressure to hold everything together, the guilt that comes with it, and the strength it takes to keep showing up. This episode goes beyond the surface. It’s raw, honest, and unfiltered. We talk about: • The truth about “having it all” • Losing and rediscovering your identity • The emotional weight mothers carry • ...
Charlie Weyer dives deep into the stories we tell ourselves, and how they quietly shape the direction of our lives. Most people aren’t stuck because of their circumstances… they’re stuck because of the labels they’ve accepted as truth. In this episode, we unpack how identity is formed, why the mind clings to limiting beliefs, and how your perception can either trap you or set you free. From breaking mental patterns to using breathwork as a tool to reset in real time, this conversation is ab...
In this episode, we sit down with Dr Reza Mia to explore what’s really happening in the world of modern aesthetic medicine. From botulinum toxin treatments and lip fillers to liposuction, body procedures, and the rise of peptides, this conversation goes beyond the surface. We break down what works, what’s hype, and what people often misunderstand when it comes to cosmetic treatments. Dr Mia shares insights on safety, patient expectations, and the growing influence of social media on beauty s...
What does it take to prepare for one of the harshest environments on Earth? In this powerful episode of the Endure Edge Podcast, we sit down with Gerry van der Walt, a mindset coach, leadership speaker, and expedition leader preparing to cross the Greenland ice sheet on a brutal multi-week journey across one of the planet’s most unforgiving landscapes. We dive into the mental side of extreme challenges: how to navigate stress, deal with anxiety, build discipline, and stay focused when thing...
In this episode of Endure Edge, we dive deep into the real story behind school rugby, beyond the trophies, team sheets, and Saturday scoreboards. We explore how smaller schools shape serious talent, why second-team players should never count themselves out, and what it truly takes to make it professionally. From overlooked athletes to success stories like Kyle Steyn, this conversation unpacks the mindset, resilience, and character required to go from schoolboy rugby to the next level. But t...
In this episode, DJ Fresh steps beyond the spotlight to talk about what truly fuels his drive: single fatherhood. This is a raw, honest conversation about balancing ambition with responsibility, navigating pressure while staying present, and redefining success when someone is watching you grow in real time. We dive into mental resilience, reinvention, entrepreneurship, and the quiet sacrifices that never make headlines, the kind that shape character and legacy. At its core, this episode expl...
What does it really take to thrive in a world that wasn’t designed for how your mind works? In this episode of Endure Edge, I sit down with DJ Paul Angel for an honest, unfiltered conversation about autism, mental health, burnout, identity, and resilience. We explore what it means to live unmasked, to turn difference into strength, and to endure without losing yourself along the way. This isn’t a clinical discussion. It’s a human one, about pressure, self-acceptance, creativity, and the cou...
In this episode, we sit down with Nkosi “The Rugby Guy”, a young man whose love for rugby goes far beyond the game. Living with cerebral palsy, Nkosi has refused to let circumstance define him. Instead, he’s built a mindset rooted in passion, resilience, and belief, inspiring thousands through his journey, his energy, and his unwavering love for rugby. This is a deep, honest conversation about overcoming limitations, finding purpose, and the power of attitude. We talk about Nkosi’s life grow...
Discipline isn’t built on race day. It’s built in silence. In this episode, we sit down with Sipho Marima, endurance runner, dreamer, and the mind behind the DIDURUN philosophy, for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to turn a dream into something real. Because dreams don’t manifest through wishful thinking. They manifest through discipline. Sipho breaks down how vision boards, belief, and intentional dreaming only matter when they’re backed by action. We talk about ...
We sit down with two 18-year-old students from Jeppe Boys High School who are leading their school’s mental health club and challenging the culture of silence around what boys go through. We talk openly about the pressure to perform, the weight of academic expectations, bullying, and how stress shows up in an all-boys environment. The conversation also explores real-life challenges like social pressure around alcohol, drugs, gambling, and why so many young men struggle to ask for help when t...
⚠️ CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of mental health struggles and suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please consider reaching out to a trusted person or a professional support service in your country. Discipline Over Darkness is a raw, honest conversation about what it takes to keep going when motivation disappears and life gets heavy. In this episode, U.S. military veteran Joe Fleming opens up about identity, discipline, men...
A Little Christmas Magic to End the Year. To wrap up our final episode of the year, we were lucky enough to welcome a very special guest into the studio, Santa Claus himself! We talk laughs, reindeer, chimneys, and the magic of Christmas, while also sharing kind reminders about resilience, joy, and taking care of ourselves during a busy season. A huge thank-you to Jesse Pretorius for bringing Santa to life and helping us end the year with warmth, smiles, and a little North Pole magic...
In this episode of the Endure Edge Podcast, Jacques Wijtman sits down with Rachel “The Big Dog” Beaton to unpack the work, discipline, and mindset behind her rise in the running world. Known by many as a running influencer, Rachel breaks down what most people don’t see, the early mornings, the lonely miles, and the decision to train without a coach. From her life before running, to conquering Comrades and earning back-to-back Bill Rowan finishes, this conversation dives deep into mental toug...
In this episode, we sit down with Darren Thomas, Hyrox world champion, elite adaptive CrossFit athlete, and a man who has turned unimaginable adversity into unstoppable momentum. After an event that changed his life and left him in a wheelchair, Darren refused to let circumstance define his future. Instead, he rebuilt himself with grit, discipline, and a mindset forged under pressure. We dive into the moment his competitive fire reignited, how he trains at a world-class level, the mental bat...
In this episode, we sit down with Marisca Orr, a woman redefining strength from the inside out. She’s the force behind a movement that helps women stop shrinking, stop apologizing, and start stepping into the power they forgot they had. We talk about what it really means for women to build strength, not just in the gym, but in identity, mindset, and everyday life. From the fears women carry, to the confidence they unlock through lifting, to Marisca’s own journey of resilience and leadership,...
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SA’s #1 podcast for Health and Wellness The Endure Edge Podcast is your go-to podcast for achieving peak performance in mind and body. We dive into fitness, nutrition, mental health, and personal growth, bringing you expert insights and practical strategies to help you stay strong, focused, and r
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