Talking Success | The Home of Fintech
Talking Success: Igniting the Global FinTech Revolution is a riveting podcast powered by titc.io (formally TalentintheCloud) with a laser focus on FinTech. Your host, Darren Franks, takes you on an exhilarating journey, engaging with titans of the industry – the visionaries who are CEOs, Founders, Investors, and Leaders shaping the FinTech landscape - with a special nod to FinTechs in Africa. Immerse yourself in the pulsating heart of the FinTech sector as we unravel its secrets, complexities, and innovations. This podcast is the beacon that enlightens, empowers, and unifies the global FinTech tribe. Whether you're a FinTech enthusiast who breathes binary code or a curious newcomer eager to decrypt the FinTech lexicon, this podcast is your gateway to the future of finance! Don't let your FinTech hiring needs become a challenge. Lean on our expertise and consultation support to strategically grow, expand, and recruit the best. Book a call with us and step into the future: www.titc.io
Episodes
In this episode, "Building Trust in the Township Economy with Koola Capital", of Talking Success, The Best Fintech Podcast, Darren Franks sat down with Katie Dodge, Co-Founder of Koola Capital, to talk about breaking barriers in SME financing.
The informal economy, often called the township economy, is the backbone of South Africa’s entrepreneurial spirit. Despite its size and vibrancy, this market...
In this episode, Darren Franks sat down with Theo Kitshoff, CEO of Sticcit, to unpack how to fix school payments and teaching money habits that actually matter..
Highlights:
Why school payments matter more than you think
Why this matters now in South Africa
The KPI shift schools and vendors need to make
Theo Kitshoff's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/theo-kitshoff-b0b63b35/
In this episode, Darren Franks sat down with Jonathan Katende, CEO of Lipa World, to unpack how stablecoins are reshaping remittances, commerce, and financial access across Africa and beyond.
Highlights:
The Big Problem: Remittances and Off-Ramping
Navigating Regulation: The Elephant in the Room
Africa’s Leapfrog Moment: Lessons from Mobile Adoption
Highlights:
In this episode, we chat with Rinse Jacobs, Co-Founder and CEO, of Zazu, a new SME-focused FinTech platform launching in South Africa. We explore why Zazu chose South Africa as its starting point, what sets it apart from traditional banks and other neobanks and how it plans to simplify business banking for SMEs.
Highlights:
Customer experience - No more queueing for hours
Breaking down bundling and unbundling
Building tru...
In this episode, we chat with Jonatan Allback, Co-Founder and CEO, of Njia Pay, a Cape Town-based startup. We unpack Njia Pay’s role in the ecosystem, and explore where the future of payments is headed - from stablecoins and PayShap to platform-level orchestration.
This is more than a story about a startup. It’s a lens into how global fintech experience can reshape payments in emerging markets, and why Afric...
In this episode, Darren chats with Trevor Gosling, Co-Founder and CEO of Lula.
It's Lula's tenth anniversary and when founded, South Africa's SME's had limited financing options, banks dominated the landscape, often leaving these businesses stuck in the lengthy approval process. Lula has become a cornerstone for SME finance, but where to from here?
Highlights:
The Changing ...
In this episode with Angela Shurina, Executive High-Performance Coach, we unpack the human side of the FinTech journey, from cultural foundations and behaviour design to leadership transitions and accountability.
Highlights:
- Culture Evolves With the Business
- Transitioning From Founder to CEO: A Whole New Role
- Accountability Is a Human Motivator
Angela Shurina's LinkedIn: https://www.lin...
In part two of our conversation with Nevellan Moodley, Head Financial Services Advisory, we go deeper into the evolving fintech landscape, the value of good advisory partners, and why customer experience is the new battleground for financial services.
Highlights:
- Why Early-Stage FinTechs Avoid Advisory Help
- Africa’s FinTechs: The Trends Worth Watching
- The Integration Advantage: Simplicity W...
In this episode Darren Franks chats with Erin Louw, Chief People Officer at TymeBank, to discuss what it takes to build an agile, people-centric culture in a fast-growing FinTech. From harnessing people analytics with everyday tools to cultivating talent.
Highlights:
People-Centric Leadership in a Scaling FinTech
Harnessing People Analytics to Drive Organisational Health
Hiring and Cultivating Ta...
The evolution of payment systems is reshaping how businesses interact with consumers, and Pick n Pay, a stalwart in South African retail, is at the forefront of this revolution. In this episode of Talking Success, Devon Moodley, Head of Financial Services and Value-Added Services at Pick n Pay, provides fascinating insights into the company’s strategies, challenges, and vision for the future of payments.
🌍 D...
Mobile money has become a cornerstone of the financial technology (FinTech) sector. In this episode Darren Franks chats with Nikolai Barnwell, Founder and CEO of pawaPay about the world of mobile payments.
🌍 Mobile Money in South Africa: A Unique Challenge
💸 The Breadth of Mobile Money Across Africa
✅ Solving Multi-Jurisdictional Complexities
Nikolai's LinkedIn: https://www.li...
In this episode, Darren chats with Michael Yaacov Martin, Co-founder & CEO at Jifiti. Embedded finance and lending represent a paradigm shift in how consumers and businesses access financial services. From BNPL to long-term lending, these innovations are shaping the future of finance, making it more accessible and aligned with modern consumer behaviours.
Highlights:
🤯 Embedded Lending is Transforming...
In this episode, Darren chats with Michael Adamson, CEO - South Africa at eShandi. The world of lending is undergoing a seismic shift, with innovators like Ishandi redefining what it means to deliver financial services in Africa. Mike shares the journey of this rebranded challenger bank and its mission to address unmet needs in the lending ecosystem across Africa.
Highlights:
🤯 True Barriers to Financial...
In this episode, Darren chats with Idan Jaan, Co-Founder & COO at Flexclub. Idan tells us about the many challenges the automotive industry is facing and how FlexClub is transforming vehicle access in South Africa.
Highlights:
🤯 The Pay-As-You-Go Model for Mobility
💫 Tech-Driven Solutions to Revolutionise the Rental Market
🤝 Adapting to Consumer Needs: Flexibility and Customisation
In this episode Darren chats with the "Laundry Man" Kenneth Rijock, a reformed money launder.
Kenneth’s unique background—from laundering over $200 million for cartels to now working closely with law enforcement—offers a fascinating, behind-the-scenes perspective on the world of financial crime.
Highlights:
From Lawyer to Money Launderer: Kenneth’s Journey
The Three Stages of Money ...
In this episode, Darren chats with Mark McChlery, Chief Data & Analytics Officer at PayJustNow. Mark provides us with a unique insight into the company’s early challenges, evolution, and its key role in today’s economy.
Highlights:
🤯 Understanding the Female Consumer
💫 Staying Relevant in a Competitive Market
🤝 Building Trust Through Social Proof
Mark McChlery's LinkedIn: http...
In this episode, Darren chats with Deon Nobrega and Bryan Habana from Paymenow.
In an era where financial inclusion has become a buzzword, few companies truly walk the talk. PayMeNow, a South African startup, is setting a benchmark by offering a platform that brings together technology, empathy, and social impact, reshaping how employees access their earnings.
These college roommates tell us their s...
In this episode, Darren chats with Maxim Galash, CEO at Coinchange. Max's venture has seen significant transformations since its inception, evolving from a retail-focused DeFi platform to providing sophisticated enterprise solutions. He shares his journey, lessons and insights.
Highlights:
🤯 Understanding DeFi and Staking
💫 The Enterprise Appeal
🤝 Regulatory Challenges and Adaptation
<...
In this episode, Darren chats with Hylton Kallner, CEO of Discovery Bank.
Hylton provides an insightful overview of the bank’s journey and offerings, which have transformed the financial landscape in South Africa and garnered attention from international markets.
Highlights:
💸 Forex Transactions Simplified
🤝 Innovative Customer Service
🤳 A Fully Digital Banking Experience
...
Gur shares how the future of digital identity and payments is one of collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity. By harnessing advanced biometric technologies and working closely with regulators and industry partners, companies can drive significant advancements in financial inclusion and security.
Highlights:
💥 T...
Popular Podcasts
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.
If you eat, sleep, and breathe true crime, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT is serving up your nightly fix. Five nights a week, KT STUDIOS & iHEART RADIO invite listeners to pull up a seat for an unfiltered look at the biggest cases making headlines, celebrity scandals, and the trials everyone is watching. With a mix of expert analysis, hot takes, and listener call-ins, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT goes beyond the headlines to uncover the twists, turns, and unanswered questions that keep us all obsessed—because, at TRUE CRIME TONIGHT, there’s a seat for everyone. Whether breaking down crime scene forensics, scrutinizing serial killers, or debating the most binge-worthy true crime docs, True Crime Tonight is the fresh, fast-paced, and slightly addictive home for true crime lovers.
The Clay Travis and Buck Sexton Show. Clay Travis and Buck Sexton tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and current events with intelligence and humor. From the border crisis, to the madness of cancel culture and far-left missteps, Clay and Buck guide listeners through the latest headlines and hot topics with fun and entertaining conversations and opinions.