The Incredible Machines
This is an educational series where we interview people we consider Incredible Machines. The conversations will be facilitated in a way that allows us to establish what makes these people “incredible” so that we may learn and try their strategies and tactics where applicable.
Episodes
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 ul...
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...
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 fortit...
🎙️ 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 ...
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,...
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 scienti...
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...
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 busines...
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...
Welcome to another inspiring episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast!
In Episode 16, we sit down with Cindy Norcott — entrepreneur, motivational speaker, non-profit founder, and the definition of unstoppable.
As the founder of Pro Talent, author of How to Be Unstoppable, and visionary behind the Robin Hood Foundation, Cindy shares her extraordinary journey from humble beginnings to becoming a force for change in both business ...
In Episode 15 of The Incredible Machines Podcast, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Dr Pepe Marais—co-founder of Joe Public and South African thought leader on conscious leadership—for a profound conversation on purpose, personal transformation, and the creative power of business.
From near-death experiences to overcoming social phobia, and from launching one of South Africa’s most iconic agencies to shaping education ...
Welcome to another powerful episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast! In Episode 14, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Oscar Chalupsky, a world champion paddler, Olympian, and endurance athlete, to discuss his unbreakable mindset, defying the odds, and what it takes to achieve sustained success. From winning his first world championship at 15 to competing at the highest levels well into his sixties, Oscar’s relentless...
Welcome to another exciting episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast, where we delve into the fascinating journeys of individuals who are making waves in their respective fields. In the 13th episode, with Mawanda and Simon, our host Jon Oliff sits down with two remarkable guests.
Mawanda, a video coach and entrepreneur with a penchant for personal branding and video content creation, shares his inspiring story of resilience and...
Welcome to another captivating episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast. In this episode, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden are thrilled to sit down with Nhlanhla Khambule, an inspiring entrepreneur and the CEO of Edinvest.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn what makes Nhlanhla an 'incredible machine' and how he is transforming lives through education and innovation.
💡 Guest Bio:
Nhlanhla Khambule is a resilient individual wh...
Welcome to another enlightening episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast! Today, we are thrilled to host Siya Gule, a remarkable entrepreneur and the CEO of Beapo, a company revolutionizing the supply chain and strategic sourcing industries.
In this episode, Jon Oliff and co-host Luke Holden delve into Siya's inspiring journey from humble beginnings, to becoming a highly esteemed leader in his field. Siya shares heartfelt storie...
Welcome to a special episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast! 🎙️ In this inspiring conversation, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Dale Tomlinson, the visionary creative leader behind The Hardy Boys, one of South Africa’s most celebrated advertising agencies. With a remarkable career spanning over 30 years, Dale shares his journey from an art student to the founder of an agency that redefined creativity in Durban a...
In this episode, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with the dynamic Steven Eayrs, a serial entrepreneur with a diverse background spanning retail, motorbikes, and entertainment. Known for his deep understanding of customer experience and his authentic approach to business, Steven shares insights from his extensive journey in entrepreneurship. Join us as Steven delves into the importance of building trusted relationships with...
In this episode, you'll hear thrilling stories of Mark's near-miss encounters with dangerous waves, his achievements under immense pressure, and the tight-knit camaraderie among South African surfers. Mark shares lessons from his mentors, insights on mental preparation, and the importance of resilience in sports and business. You'll also get a glimpse into Mark’s personal life, his dedication to staying close to the ocean, and the ...
In Episode 06, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with the inspiring Zayn Nabbi. Zayn is an award-winning journalist, a former senior producer at CNN, and a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion. Beyond his professional achievements, Zayn's journey encompasses diverse experiences, from his remarkable stint as a top-four contestant on "Survivor" to his journey as an immigrant pondering the role sport plays in his hom...
Welcome to a transformative episode of The Incredible Machines podcast! In this episode, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with the inspiring Naretha Pretorius. Known for her profound influence as an educator, artist, and “thinking facilitator,” Naretha shares her journey of navigating creativity, radical disruption, and the importance of fostering authentic thinking. With a remarkable career that includes launching the IIE...
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