Welcome to Episode 25 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Dr. Angel Madlala, a pioneering female radiologist from rural KwaZulu-Natal. From humble beginnings to founding multiple radiology practices, Dr. Angel’s story is one of vision, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. She shares how she overcame personal and financial challenges, her motivation to serve underserved communities, and her unique approach to medicine as both a healer and a business leader. Dr. Angel Madlala reflects on the power of mentorship, authenticity, and continuous learning, emphasizing the importance of empowering others and breaking barriers for women in medicine. This inspiring episode highlights her unwavering commitment to making healthcare accessible, the value of dreaming big, and the courage it takes to turn those dreams into reality. ⏱ Timestamped Overview 00:50 – Dr. Angel reflecting on her teenage aspirations 02:23 – Upbringing in KwaZulu-Natal, family dynamics, and the importance of education 04:55 – Transition to university, father’s passing and financial challenges 07:40 – Moving away from home, making friends, and building a support system 10:19 – Her love for study groups, collaboration, and teaching others 12:00 – Outlines her medical school, internship, community service, and interest in pediatrics 13:47 – Personal challenges with her daughter's birthday and when her career pivotted 15:08 – Her choice to pick radiology and the timeline of her specialization 17: 19 – Returning back to KwaZulu-Natal and her early practice on medical disciplines 18: 40 – Passion for rural healthcare and her entrepreneurial drive 19:55 – Starting her own practice and the importance of making radiology accessible 27:36 – Mentorship and her goal to own a hospital-based radiology department 30:00 – Four practices, her vision, and the services offered 36: 23– Challenges of rural healthcare entrepreneurship 40:22  – Being a female founder in medicine and the lessons learnt 44:39 – Inspiration from Nike’s “Dream Crazier” campaign 54:46 – Celebrate the successes, the importance of pausing, and feedback from her therapist. 💬 Quote of the Episode “I always say my life purpose is to help people; I’m just a natural helper.” – Dr. Angel Madlala 🧠 Related Campaign Example Nike “Dream Crazier” campaign — Dr. Angel Madlala resonated with her personal and professional journey, encouraging her to dream crazier. She recalled seeing the “Dream Crazier” commercial, which featured powerful visuals of women breaking barriers in sports and life, narrated by Serena Williams. The ad’s message was encouraging women to push boundaries, defy stereotypes, and pursue dreams that others might call impossible. She spoke about how the campaign’s bold call to “dream crazier” became a personal mantra, especially during times of self-doubt or when facing societal expectations about what women, particularly women of color in medicine, could achieve. Nike “Dream Crazier” campaign: https://youtu.be/zWfX5jeF6k4?si=h5OUaIBBRLzZonSo 👣 Relevant Links & Mentions LinkedIn: N.B. Angel Madlala - Head of Clinical Unit @Harry Gwala Regional Hospital . Diagnostic and Breast Radiologist. Managing Director and Teleradiologist @MD Teleradiology Solutions ( Private Practice) | LinkedIn Instagram: Dr. Angel mamMthalane Madlala (@dr_angie_m) • Instagram photos and videos MD Teleradiology Website: Radiology Services/Clinic in Rural and Semi-Urban Areas 🌐 Connect with Tim Africa 🔗 Website: https://www.tim.africa 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tim.africa 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timdotafrica 🎧 Podcast Page: https://www.pod.tim.africa

Welcome to Episode 25 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Burgette Yarlett, a speaker, mindset coach, and NLP practitioner, whose story is one of resilience, inner transformation, and unapologetic authenticity. 
From beauty pageants to a near-fatal car crash, from self-doubt to self-mastery, Burgette shares the moments that broke her, healed her, and ultimately revealed her mission: to help others live in their truth. 
A certified NLP trainer and the creator of the upcoming digital program “LIT: Live In Truth,” Burgette has transformed trauma into testimony and now equips others with the mindset tools to do the same. If you’ve ever felt stuck, unworthy, or uncertain, this episode will show you what’s possible when you decide to participate in your own rescue. 
This is a must-listen for anyone interested in healing, transformation, and unleashing personal greatness.   ⏱ Timestamped Overview 
00:33 – If you could go back to 16: “Your mindset is your superpower.” 01:10 – The power of thoughts, language, and co-creating your reality 03:32 – Childhood, moving between 8 schools, shaping identity 06:38 – The masks we wear and the people-pleasing trap 09:19 – Discovering NLP and how emotions get stored in the body 14:52 – Pageantry, early confidence, and accidental entry into Miss Umhlanga 17:00 – Winning titles, modelling photos, and the tragic accident 18:05 – Near-death trauma: surviving a devastating car crash 23:00 – Reconstructive surgery and waking up on life support 30:57 – Anchoring with NLP, self-image and owning her scars 32:00 – Thoughts create chemistry: the mind-body connection 39:00 – Journaling, questions, and narrowing the emotional gap 39:50 – Conscious vs unconscious programming and personal transformation 44:32 – Inner beauty and post-accident growth 45:36 – Miss SA semi-final breakdown: self-doubt and freezing on stage 48:50 – Youth empowerment and rewiring limiting beliefs early 54:04 – Self-sabotage, rock bottom, and discovering neuroplasticity 56:48 – NLP training and launching her coaching career 59:28 – Therapy vs transformation: what finally worked 01:04:47 – Campaign of the Episode: Nike’s “Find Your Greatness” 01:11:00 – Creating her product “LIT – Live in Truth” 01:17:54 – The 11:11 anchor, Dr Joe Dispenza, and energy 01:19:15 – Who are her Incredible Machines?    💬 Quote of the Episode “There are no unresourceful people. Only unresourceful states of mind, and that can be changed.” – Burgette Yarlett 
🧠 Related Campaign Example:  Nike’s “Find Your Greatness” campaign — This campaign redefined greatness by showing everyday people achieving extraordinary things. It aligns perfectly with Burgette’s belief that we all have the power to create a new reality from within. 
Nike’s “Find Your Greatness” campaigns: https://youtu.be/WYP9AGtLvRg?si=qOd0L35UtcoJtM0a 
 👣 Relevant Links  LinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/in/burgette-yarlett-29380958  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burgette.yarlett/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burgette.yarlett.mindset.mastery/  Beyond Visible Belief LinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/company/beyond-visible-belief Beyond Visible Belief Website: https://www.beyondvisiblebelief.com/  Beyond Visible Belief YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjsh0RDac58KynVD0qfd01Q     🌐 Connect with Tim Africa 
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Welcome to Episode 24 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Mpume Zwane Langa, a transformation champion, former Unilever finance executive, TEDx speaker, and resilient entrepreneur who’s lived many lives in one. Mpume shares her story of growing up in Umlazi, raised by a strong single mother, selling sweets and homemade ice lollies by age five to pay for her bus coupon. Her journey spans banking, beauty pageants, modeling, motherhood, boardrooms, and homeschooling. She speaks candidly about resisting labels, finding her freedom, raising kids as mirrors, and designing life on her own terms. If you’ve ever questioned the systems around you or the roles you’ve inherited, this episode will inspire you to unlearn, reimagine, and start again. Mpume reminds us: we don’t live our own lives, we live the lives of those before us until we choose differently. ⏱ Timestamped Overview 00:52 – Introduction and what Mpume would tell her 16-year-old self during apartheid 01:22 – Growing up in KwaMashu and lessons from her powerful single mother. 04:24 – Getting her first job with one of SA’s first black IT entrepreneur 06:52 – Unexpected entry into a beauty pageant: modelling as a mindset shift 08:15 – Why Mpume refused to be a bank teller and negotiated her path 11:36 – Discovering her leadership style and values in corporate 13:07 – Selling sweets and inventing her own creamy ice lollies at age 6 17:28 – Lessons in early marketing: branding, innovation, and packaging 20:00 – Gender, labels, and choosing to live many lives 21:37 – Dealing with toxic management, racism, and rising through private banking 26:06 – Power of personal branding: how a car and suit built trust 28:16 – Authenticity, leaving corporate, and defining success 34:55 – Building workplace environments that support women 38:33 – The sacred mirror of parenting and what kids teach us 44:58 – Transition to entrepreneurship: from Unilever financial director to her own boss 49:41 – Homeschooling and redefining education on her terms 53:27 – Learning through travel: why she fell in love with Asia 56:44 – Childhood inspiration: Peter Stuyvesant ads and the power of escapism 01:01:30 – Curiosity, innovation, and evolving past failure 01:05:43 – Mpume’s personal mantra and love for life 01:09:38 – Who are Mpume’s Incredible Machines? Quote of the Episode “Life is beautiful. Reach deeper into it and remain curious.” – Mpume Zwane Langa Related Campaign Example Peter Stuyvesant’s Travel-Driven Cigarette Campaigns — Though controversial now, Mpume credits these radio spots for sparking her desire to explore the world and broaden her reality. The ad created a sense of limitless possibility and remains a nostalgic case study in storytelling and escapism. Peter Stuyvesant’s Travel-Driven Cigarette Campaigns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIp1FE41tpE 👣 Relevant Links LinkedIn: https://za.linkedin.com/in/mpume-zwane-langa-798a2535 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpumezl/ 🌐 Connect with Tim Africa. 🔗 Website: https://www.tim.africa 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tim.africa 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timdotafrica 🎧 Podcast Page: https://www.pod.tim.africa

Introduction 
Welcome to Episode 23 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this powerful conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Travis Gale, a South African endurance athlete, speaker, and author of The Middle: How to Navigate the Space Between Your Start and Your Finish. Travis shares raw, insightful stories from the road; physical breakdowns, spiritual breakthroughs, and the ongoing dance between failure and fortitude.  At 18, he cycled around the world to raise R1.7 million for children affected by HIV/AIDS. Now, Travis leads a purpose-driven business and works with leaders and teams to embrace resilience and reconnect with their "why." 
Drawing from his book, The Middle, he introduces the idea that real transformation happens not at the start or finish, but in the messy middle. This is a conversation about endurance, purpose, and finding meaning in hard things. 
 ⏱ Timestamped Overview 
00:45 – Reflections on starting young, embracing the unknown, and the purpose behind the journey. 03:40 – Travis’s origin story: From church youth groups to riding around the world.  06:10  – How Travis got the opportunity to cycle around the world. 10:18 – Early struggles and preparation with his first cycle from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. 11:43 – Struggle with public speaking and the negative criticism from people. 16:00 – Choosing between internal and external voices, a big lesson learned from Trevor. 22:30 – Travis explains the emotional weight of “Day Five” and how he overcame it. 25:35 – Reconnecting with purpose at Kassi’s Stop and bouncing back on Day Six. 29:15 – Crossing Australia: flies, heat, straight roads, and milestone strategies. 37:47 – Travis explains how he travels and his belief that “you don’t need much.” 41:18 – Generosity of strangers in America, lessons in storytelling and resilience. 49:14 – Europe & the halfway point: language barriers, personal reflection, and finding flow.  55:53 – Connecting with Travis in his personal life and how he met his wife. 59:57 – Kilimanjaro failure and the beauty of learning the hard way.  01:03:53 – The end of the trip and his learnings after the finish line. 01:06:10 – Case study of Shackleton: The Greatest Story of Survival. 01:12:08 – Travis highlights his favorite quote and his perspective on it. 
💬 Quote of the Episode 
“It’s not about getting to the finish. It’s about who you become on the way there.” – Travis Gale  🧠 Related Campaign Example  Shackleton: The Greatest Story of Survival: Travis references the Shackleton expedition as a powerful metaphor for endurance, leadership, and navigating the "middle" of any journey. The documentary re-creates explorer Ernest Shackleton’s 1914 Antarctic expedition, showcasing not only the physical extremes of survival but also the mental and emotional resilience needed to lead through chaos.  Documentary Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fHxX6kBD8lU 
   👣 Relevant Links  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travisgale/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/travgale/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/travis.gale.50 The Middle Website: https://themiddle.co.za/ The Middle Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themiddlejourney/ The Middle Book: https://www.amazon.com/Middle-keep-going-pursuit-goals-ebook/dp/B08C4YWFK8?ref_=ast_author_mpb   
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🎙️ The Incredible Machines Podcast – Episode 22: Thobani Ndlovu Leading Through Curiosity 
Welcome to Episode 22 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Thobani Ndlovu, an architect, author, and TEDx Durban curator, for a deep conversation on creativity, personal growth, and building platforms for transformation. Thobani shares his unconventional journey into architecture, how feeding the homeless led to a discovery of his voice, and the behind-the-scenes reality of bringing TEDx to Durban.
Through themes of curiosity, community, and the courage to challenge personal limits, Thobani offers listeners a refreshing reminder: you don’t have to fit in a box; you can build your own. 
Thobani Ndlovu is a South African architect, TEDx Durban curator, entrepreneur, and author of Leading Through the Mirror. A passionate advocate for personal leadership, he has built platforms that empower voices, inspire change, and encourage introspection. Thobani is also the co-founder of the nonprofit Legacy Creators and a speaker devoted to conversations that matter. 
Through themes of curiosity, community, and the courage to challenge personal limits.    ⏱ Timestamped Overview 
00:00- Introduction 01:00 – The power of curiosity & starting TEDx Durban  03:00 – Growing up between Greytown and Pietermaritzburg  06:00 – Struggles fitting in at school and varsity 10:00 – Discovering architecture by accident  13:00 – The creative vs. practical tension in architectural work 18:00 – Sports, failure, and resilience as life lessons 21:00 – Close-knit family and growing up with a single mother 26:00 – Volunteering, feeding the homeless & discovering his voice 30:00 – Writing ‘Leading Through the Mirror’ and founding TEDx Durban 36:00 – Building TEDx Durban: challenges, breakthroughs, and purpose 41:00 – The behind-the-scenes work no one sees 44:00 – Trip to TEDx London & international inspiration 58:00 – Learning from failure & embracing public platforms 01:03:00 – Why curiosity matters more than comfort   💬 Quote of the Episode 
"We suffer more in imagination than in reality." - Seneca  🧠 Related Campaign Example  
Thobani admires how this cinematic campaign used cultural symbolism and national pride to unite South Africans around a shared identity. It sparked his early understanding of representation, legacy, and the power of sport as a narrative tool.  Sasol Spingboks Ad: https://youtu.be/G_kThmkABac 
   👣 Relevant Links  TEDx Durban Website: https://tedxdurban.org/ TEDx Durban Profile: https://www.ted.com/profiles/11198205   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thobanindlovu_/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThobaniNdlovuPage  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thobani-ndlovu-4a5563190/  Book: Leading Through the Mirror by Thobani Ndlovu   🌐 Connect with Tim Africa 
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Welcome to Episode 20 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Muhammad Seedat, an entrepreneur, media executive, and community leader. From selling chips in school to chairing the board of Hilaal TV, Muhammad’s story is one of hustle, resilience, and hard-earned wisdom. Being a Durban-born entrepreneur with a career spanning accounting, consulting, media, and sports administration. He opens up about building businesses, navigating cultural and personal challenges, and the importance of slowing down to think. 
He is the co-founder and board chair of Hilaal TV, former CEO of the Dolphins cricket franchise, and a seasoned leader in the professional services sector. Known for his strategic thinking, integrity, and ability to drive change, Muhammad’s entrepreneurial journey is marked by both high-impact wins and deeply reflective moments. 
This episode is a must-listen for an insight into entrepreneurship, leadership, and anyone in pursuit of a meaningful life.  ⏱ Timestamped Overview 
00:00- Introduction 
01:00 – What Muhammad would tell his younger self 05:00 – Community, identity, and choosing to stay in Durban  10:00 – Selling sweets & tickets at school: early entrepreneurship  13:00 – Parental influence & entrepreneurial independence  16:00 – Sourcing stock and learning simple business logic 22:00 – Getting married at 19 and juggling work, study & business 30:00 – Moving to the UK: working as a financial analyst  35:00 – Living through the 2008 UK financial crash  58:00 – Secret second marriage: navigating the emotional toll  01:02:00 – Trauma, criticism, and finding inner strength  01:10:00 – Building Hilaal TV: how it started in crisis 01:32:00 – EO Learning Chair: planning, energy & diverse offerings 
 
 
 
💬 Quote of the Episode 
“Doing nothing is underrated. It gives you the space to think, and that’s when breakthroughs happen.” – Muhammad Seedat  🧠 Related Campaign Example  Nando’s provocative billboard campaigns — Muhammad loves their use of cultural relevance and “brand bravery.”  Nando's TV Commercials: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLg-UXGhfC4Wk6PRAsZsqbp4Jis4xaJlhR&si=H-nHkqRU-O3FJ5l-    👣 Relevant Links Hilaal TV: https://hilaal.tv/  Entrepreneur’s Organization: https://eonetwork.org/  🌐 Connect with Tim Africa 
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Welcome to Episode 20 of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this thought-provoking conversation, Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Trevor Steyn, the founder of Esse Skincare, a pioneer of probiotic science in personal care and a vocal advocate for ethical, purpose-led business. Trevor’s story is one of curiosity, conviction, and courage. With a background in chemistry and a passion for nature, Trevor shares how his scientific mindset collided with corporate disillusionment—and sparked the beginnings of a brand that would reshape the skincare industry. From refusing to “build to sell” to pushing back against extractive capitalism, Trevor unpacks his long-term vision for a regenerative economy. He challenges mainstream definitions of success, urges entrepreneurs to stop designing for exit, and shares the power of slowing down, thinking differently, and building from a place of intention. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in ethical entrepreneurship, sustainability, and what it means to build a business that matters—for the long haul. 💬 Quote of the Episode:“If you design a business to sell it, it’s going to be extractive.” – Trevor Steyn 🧠 Related Campaign Example  “Be a Force for Nature” – Patagonia (ad linking environmental action with product): https://youtu.be/UAZ8Ts9CC6I?si=ii4sIELUig0mThOs 👣 Relevant Links 🔗 Trevor Steyn on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/trevor-steyn-04646126/  🌱 Esse Skincare:  https://www.esseskincare.com 🧪 Esse on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/esseskincare_/  Send us a textwww.tim.africa Podcast Services for Tim (The Incredible Machine)Podcast: https://www.pod.tim.africa/Instagram: @tim.africaFB: https://www.facebook.com/timdotafricaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tim-africaYouTube: The Incredible MachineDon't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Welcome to another episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In this inspiring conversation, Jon Oliff sits down with Debra Clelland, CEO of Deaf Kids International and a powerhouse of perseverance, humility, and vision. From her early days growing up in South Africa and battling feelings of uncertainty, to years spent navigating the high-pressure world of investment banking in London, Debra opens up about the pivotal moments and life lessons that shaped her incredible journey. Debra shares moving stories of adventure, near-disaster, and profound self-discovery from her travels around the world, and speaks honestly about her experiences with impostor syndrome—even at the pinnacle of her corporate career. She takes us through the transformative chapter of becoming a parent, the challenges and gifts of raising a deaf child, and how personal adversity became the fuel for passion-driven advocacy. This episode is a deep dive into the magic that happens when we step outside our comfort zones, trust the process, and choose courage in the moments that count. Whether you’re looking for insight on building resilience, creating meaningful change, or just a dose of human inspiration, this conversation with Debra Clelland is not to be missed. Timestamped Overview: 00:00 Reflecting on Teenage Choices 09:13 Crawling to Captain's Assurance 15:31 Creativity Sparked by Movement 19:22 Financial Data Analysis Challenges 22:11 "15-Year Imposter Syndrome Journey" 27:38 Pushing Limits in Marathon Training 36:11 Building Self-Worth for Success 40:34 Execution Over Strategy 44:02 Finding Courage Through Partnerships 51:19 Perception is Personal 57:31 "Deaf Children Safeguarding Mission" 01:01:59 "Deaf Kids' Global Authentic Impact" 01:07:30 Teaching Safety Awareness to Children 01:08:52 Children's Safety and Rights Advocacy 01:17:52 "Unwavering Support with Boundaries" 01:22:37 "Creating Safe Spaces for Disclosure" 01:27:47 Discomfort and Consistency Drive Success Quote: "There are times when life offers you a square centimeter of chance, and if you have the courage at that moment to grasp that square centimeter, your life will be changed in an instant.” - Unknown Advertising Campaign: “Beat The Bends” by BMW: https://youtu.be/cwPrlsJYwKY 👣 Relevant Links Debra Clelland:   Deaf Kidz International: https://deafkidzinternational.org/our-people/  Thrive: https://www.thrivesa.org.za/how-to-get-in-touch/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debra-clelland-54279b1a/  Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/safeonline/53851452263  Send us a textwww.tim.africa Podcast Services for Tim (The Incredible Machine)Podcast: https://www.pod.tim.africa/Instagram: @tim.africaFB: https://www.facebook.com/timdotafricaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tim-africaYouTube: The Incredible MachineDon't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

In Episode 18 of The Incredible Machines Podcast, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with legendary entrepreneur, speaker, author, and provocateur, Richard Mulholland—the mind behind Missing Link, 21 Tanks, and Too Many Robots—for a deep-dive into creativity, courage, and the art (and science) of relentless reinvention. From his Glasgow roots and punk rock beginnings to making CEOs into rockstars and transforming the business of presentations, Richard unpacks the journey that’s made him one of South Africa’s most sought-after thinkers and doers. Get ready for radically honest wisdom on humility (and healthy arrogance), why strategy is broken, the power of delusional self-belief, and how to actually make an impact in a world saturated with noise. 🔗 If you’re obsessed with innovation, storytelling, impact—or just want to learn from someone who’s made a career out of challenging the status quo—hit play now! 🔴 In This Episode: Turning stream of consciousness into bestselling books The truth about humility, arrogance, and finding your "zone of potential" Why most strategies fail (and what to do instead) The “pain, pill, and peanut butter” formula for powerful storytelling How to prepare for the AI revolution (without losing your mind) Lessons from a life spent pitching, speaking, and pushing boundaries …and so much more. Quote: Duke Ellington: “I don't need time, I need a deadline.” Advertising Campaign:Famous Roto-Rooter jingle: “When your drain is being naughty, call 011 444 4040 “ (https://rotorooter.co.za/about-us) Relevant Links: Richard Mulholland:   Website: https://www.richmulholland.com/  Businesses Missing Link: https://msnglnk.com/  21 Tanks: https://21tanks.com/  Too Many Robots: tmr.wtf Books:Legacide: https://www.amazon.com/Legacide-legacy-thinking-silent-innovation-ebook/dp/B06XDQY1MC?tag=msnglnk-20&geniuslink=true  Boredom Slayer: https://www.amazon.com/Boredom-Slayer-speakers-guide-presenting-ebook/dp/B07LBYSQB9?tag=msnglnk-20&geniuslink=true Here Be Dragons: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09MMBVRYQ?tag=msnglnk-20&ref_=pe_3052080_276849420&geniuslink=true Relentless RelevanceSend us a textwww.tim.africa Podcast Services for Tim (The Incredible Machine)Podcast: https://www.pod.tim.africa/Instagram: @tim.africaFB: https://www.facebook.com/timdotafricaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tim-africaYouTube: The Incredible MachineDon't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

In Episode 17 of The Incredible Machines Podcast, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Gordon Reid—financial advisor, philanthropist, and multi-discipline endurance athlete—for a high-energy, heart-led conversation on grit, giving, and growth. From 16-hour days in retail to grueling army marches, to building a print business and pivoting into finance during COVID, Gordon shares how he’s embraced every challenge with humor, heart, and humility. But it’s his work in endurance sports and philanthropy—raising millions for childhood cancer and conservation—that reveals the depth of his impact. This episode is a celebration of what it means to live a big life: showing up, pushing limits, serving others, and doing it all with a smile (and sometimes in a cow suit). Whether you’re chasing your next goal or wondering how to give back meaningfully—this one’s for you. 🔗 From comrades to community, fundraising to fatherhood, Gordon’s story is packed with courage, candid moments, and wild inspiration.  🔴 In This Episode: 💬 “You’re never too old for a happy childhood.”  Gordon shares a life philosophy passed down from his father and how it’s shaped his relentless pursuit of joyful living. 💬 How to Turn Challenges into Charity  From Midmar swims to Doozy races, Gordon explains how suffering can be turned into service—and fun. 💬 The ROI of Kindness  Gordon explores how his philanthropic efforts have helped grow a personal and professional network based on trust, impact, and community. 💬 The Business of Becoming  Why changing careers, embracing learning, and reinventing yourself after 40 can be the most rewarding moves you’ll ever make. 💬 Running Toward a Better World  Gordon gives us a behind-the-scenes look at upcoming events like Run for Rangers and how you can join or support.  👣 Relevant Links 🏃‍♂️ Run for Rangers: https://www.runforrangers.org 🦏 Endangered Wildlife Trust: https://www.ewt.org.za 🤝 BNI Rainmakers Chapter: https://www.bni.co.za 🐄 CHOC / The Cows Charity: https://www.thecows.co.za   Jesse Itzler (All Day Running): https://www.alldayrunningco.com   Gordon Reid: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordsreid/  | https://www.instagram.com/luckygordy_/  https://www.fgro.co.za/gordon-reid/  Send us a textwww.tim.africa Podcast Services for Tim (The Incredible Machine)Podcast: https://www.pod.tim.africa/Instagram: @tim.africaFB: https://www.facebook.com/timdotafricaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/tim-africaYouTube: The Incredible MachineDon't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!