She started baking cookies in her garage and turned it into a full-time cookie business, Baked by Bree.

But behind the success came 20-hour workdays, burnout, perfectionism, and doubt.

In this episode, Sabrina Bibby opens up about:

-Why she reinvests every cent she makes into her business and doesn’t take a paycheck

-The extreme effects that stress and long hours took on her health

-How perfectionism and self-criticism held her back

-Dealing with negative comments and being a first-time boss

-Why you can’t scale a business alone

-The sacrifices and lessons that come with chasing a dream If you’re building your own business, side hustle, or just curious about what it really takes,

this raw conversation will give you a true look at the grit necessary to succeed.

In this episode, Caitlin Gevers opens up about a life-shifting year:

the tragedy that struck her family, her own paralysing injury, and the decade-long path to a correct diagnosis.

We talk trauma, grief, independence, addiction, and how she found renewed purpose in a goal like the 94.7 cycle race.

Her story is proof that even in the darkest chapters, it’s possible to rise again.

In this episode, I sit down with Themba Hadebe, co-host of The Posties Podcast, entrepreneur, events manager, and poet.

We spoke about the lessons podcasting has taught us, why consistency is so hard yet so valuable, and the role networking plays in creating opportunities both in business and in life.

Themba opens up about what it means to show up even when you don’t feel ready, how confidence is built over time, and why regret can weigh heavier than failure.

We also touch on quarter-life crises, balancing creativity with structure, and how small acts of kindness can have a ripple effect you may never see.

If you’ve ever felt the pressure to figure life out, this episode will remind you that showing up and staying consistent can take you further than you think.

What does it really mean to understand money?

In this episode, I sit down with Dillon Bassani, CEO of Bassani’s Auction House – once the smallest in South Africa, now the largest numismatics house in Africa.

Dillon shares the dramatic story of his father being shot and declared dead in a helicopter, a moment that shaped his outlook on life. Alongside that, we dive into coins, investing, and why we may be living through the biggest money revolution ever.

We discuss:

-What is numismatics?

-The story behind South Africa’s Kruger Rands

-Silver vs gold – which is the smarter investment?

-Is the price of silver manipulated?

-How to know if your coins are valuable

-Spotting scams in the world of coin trading

-Bitcoin – is it the best investment of our time?

-The difference between money and currency

-What money can never buy

If you’ve ever wanted to understand finance in a simple and practical way, this episode will give you the tools and perspective to get started.

At 25 years old, Guy Imbert’s life changed forever after a motorbike accident led to years of pain and, eventually, the decision to amputate his left leg.

This is his story of life after amputation, overcoming trauma, and finding purpose through cycling.

Far from slowing him down, the amputation gave Guy a renewed sense of purpose.

Today, he’s training for The Munga, one of the longest and toughest cycling races in Africa – over 1,100 km from Bloemfontein to Wellington in just 5 days.

In this inspiring conversation, Guy shares his journey from growing up in Kenya to adapting to a prosthetic leg,

the lessons cycling has taught him, and why life after trauma can be even more fulfilling.

We discuss:

-Why pain led him to make the bold choice of amputation

-How to break big goals into manageable milestones (and why this works in life too)

-Why training is more powerful than race day itself

-The importance of health, discipline, and sticking to promises we make to ourselves

-How difficult challenges give life meaning

-The mindset shifts that can help you overcome any hurdle life throws your way Guy’s story is proof that with the right mindset, you can turn your greatest setbacks into your greatest strengths.

At one point, Christopher de Klerk was homeless, jobless, and deep in addiction. Today, he’s a successful entrepreneur running multiple businesses — proof that even the darkest chapters can lead to powerful comebacks.

In this raw and inspiring episode, Christopher shares his journey of losing everything and finding the strength to rebuild. From living out of his car to facing his demons head-on, his story is one of grit, faith, and transformation.

We cover:

•What it was like being homeless and without purpose

•The dangerous spiral of addiction and how he got sober

•How his dog saved his life in a moment of crisis

•The power of faith, discipline, and hard truths

•Why the people around you shape who you become

•The crisis of masculinity — and how men can reclaim their purpose

This episode is a reminder that even when your back is against the wall, you can turn your life around.

From casino tables to company boardrooms – Rob Green’s journey is proof that mindset can change everything.

In this episode of Coffee Charged Conversations, I sit down with Rob Green – CEO of Real Promotions – who shares how he went from being a shy, introverted kid to working as a blackjack dealer in casinos for nearly 10 years, and eventually building a national sales company with over 300 people across South Africa.

Rob opens up about:

-Why entrepreneurship isn’t for everyone

-The importance of winning your daily goals

-How to improve your relationship with money

-The life-changing benefits of practicing gratitude

-The power of visualisation and living as if you’ve already arrived

-How to separate work and personal life

-The danger of negative people and how to choose your circle

This is a real, honest conversation about what it actually takes to build something from the ground up – and why success starts in the small, consistent choices you make every day.

After 10 years of life in the sky, Daniella Milani made the bold decision to trade in her flight attendant uniform for the uncertainty of running her own business — and she’s never looked back.

This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in their comfort zone and needs that final push to take a leap. Whether it’s moving overseas, starting something new, or simply doing things on your own — Daniella’s story proves that growth often starts the moment we get uncomfortable.

In this episode, we dive into:

-Wild moments with passengers and the truth behind airline life

-How travel helped her grow, become more independent, and navigate loneliness

-The challenge of maintaining close relationships while always on the move

-Lessons in staying calm under pressure and not taking things personally

-The leap from comfort zone to entrepreneurship

-Why people connect with meaning more than products

-And why quality time — with yourself and others — matters more than ever

If you’ve ever asked yourself “should I move?” or “is now the right time to make a change?” — this one’s for you.