Episode 20: Adapt or Die

In this week's episode we interview Doctor Azille Coetzee. Azille is a feminist postdoctoral researcher, academic, philosopher and writer. By day she changes the academic landscape with her research and in her spare time she writes...her hustle is HUGE... she has published two amazing books, a memoir, 'In my vel' and most recently a novel, 'Die teenoorgestelde is net so waar'. The Five2Nine team is arguably Azille's biggest fans so this was a very special episode for us. We had so much fun with this one! Azille is gemaklik en spontaan en het onmiddelik soos 'n vriendin gevoel. Tog skroom sy nie om uitdagende vrae te vra nie. Get ready for wine, questions without answers, party tricks, giggles and the big F... feminism. Lekker luister. Liefde, Elmé & Margo

We know we are a little late but... HAPPY NEW YEAR. May this year be filled with sunlight, growth, self-discovery and some serious hustling of course.  This year the cliche, "new year, new me" resonates with our little growing podcast. Since the end of 2021, A LOT has changed and we want to share the exciting news with the Five 2 Nine Club. In this episode, Elme and Margo fill you in on all the new adventures that we will be embarking on this year... So maak seker jou sitplek gordel en jou masker is aan... want 2022 gaan 'n wiele rit wees.  Liefde,  Elme & Margo

In this week's episode, filled with firsts, we've chatted to Wilhelm van der Walt. Our very first full time actor on the podcast and one of our very first early morning recordings!  Elmé met Wilhelm for the first time in 2018 after he completed the Camino and she was busy packing her bags fór the Camino. Little did we know that he would be a guest on our podcast! Wilhelm is full time actor, voice artist, host of his own podcast "Wat Gaan Aan" and also a watcher and facilitator during magic mushroom ceremonies. Not only did we chat about Wilhelm's side hustles, his main hustle and how he manages to balance it all, we also dived into a philosophical chat regarding unhealthy relationships with our cellphones and social media, even though our careers are so dependent on it. How great would it be to have a Nokia 3310 in 2021! We've also chatted about the magic of having a side hustle that's not your main hustle and how that can make you more gracious towards yourself. Wilhelm open heartedly shared his most recent hustles; being a watcher and facilitator during magic mushroom ceremonies, the negative stigma about it as well as the use and positive impact of this medicinal plant. Wilhelm is an al round hustler but also one of the wisest, kindest and gentle souls we know. Geniet hierdie episode & lekker luister! Liefde, Elmé & Margo

Do you want to design and sell new products, but are afraid of alienating your audience by rebranding? This follow-up episode is not only part two of the interview with our friends at KNOT but it is also part two of the side hustle KNOT LIFESTYLE. In his week's episode of the Five 2 Nine podcast, Margo will chat to Alé and Elmé, the founders of this trendy sustainable business about how to change the direction, aesthetic and product range of your business while simultaneously taking your target market with you along on the ride. These two hustlers will share their triumphs and struggles, the secret of effective decision making and how to market a new product launch. Get all the tips and tricks you need to turn your passion into a flourishing side-hustle. Don't miss out on this fun, bubbly and personal episode. Keep celebrating small victories and 'lekker luister'!   

In this weeks episode, Margo takes the driver seat and interviews Elmé and her business partner and co-founder, Alé du Toit, about their University side hustle, KNOT. This interview took us on a trip down memory lane. These two met at the University of Stellenbosch in 2016 and witnessed many seasons together from "koshuis lewe", to being flatmates and finally becoming buisness partners in 2018. How did these two besties’ dream of travelling the world turned into a successful and profitable business? We spoke about combating naive actions as new business owners, the ins and outs of communicating with clients, and how to spot trends and needs within your community.  This is a fast-paced episode where friends celebrate each other and their seasons of change. This is however only the beginning... tune in next week Monday to listen to Episode 23 (Part Two).

Are you thinking about starting a business with your romantic partner? Then this is the episode for you! The Stellenbosch local, Willus Bosch and his French girlfriend Garance Chassaing started their side-hustle Maison in 2020- a local platform where second-hand furniture is given a second chance. These two entrepreneurs are passionate about following your gut, sustainability, feeding off one another's strengths and seeking the beauty in what is already around you.  This episode feels like home.  Liefde, Elmé en Margo

In this week's episode, we are talking about hustlers who live with their parents. Why is this such a taboo and crazy concept?  Well, we don't know but being super curious, Margo and Elme set out to find the answers. In the aftermath of the pandemic we find that more and more people (especially freelancers and creatives) move back with the "rents". It is more common to take this step, now more than ever.  Margo sits in the interview chair as she is living with her parents. We also get some insights from others in the Five2Nine Club; Louw de Beer, Devonecia Swartz, Ceejee Pretorius, and Kara van der Berg. We highlight some of the misconceptions and stigmas surrounding the topic and delve into the pros and cons of the subject. So excited for everyone to listen to this themed episode. Lekker luister! Liefde Elme & Margo

Die Five 2 Nine Potgooi is al 20 episodes oud! Dié baba kan al amper kruip! In hierdie week se episode gesels ons met die Five 2 Nine Span. Ons vang op oor die afgelope 3 maande se doen en late, verskillende projekte, fiksheids-avonture, hoe ons ons vaardighede uitbrei en ons persoonlike ‘small victories’. Ons raak ook aan die toekomsplanne en nuwe strategieë vir Five 2 Nine. You’re stuck with us, ons kan nie nou gestop word nie. Sit die ketel solank aan en maak jouself gemaklik vir die koffie-klets saam Elmé en Margo. Lekker luister!

In this episode the Five 2 Nine team travelled all the way to Strand to visit the local clothing brand, BRAhSSE, at their 18th pop up shop in Van Rheede Street. We’ve chatted to the brains behind this operation, Shakoer Baderoen. Shakoer’s 9-5 is being a logistics coordinator who exports citrus fruits, but during his 5-9 he has managed to create and develope a streetwear brand that is not only known nationally but internationally as well. And Shakoer started it all with only a R100!! Friendship and collaboration are the heart of BRAhSSE. Shakoer's dream is to use his platform to strengthen unity in South Africa. With Heritage Day around the corner, we also chatted about what heritage means to Shakoer and how the concept fits into his companies brand image. Shakoer is a man with a plan. He tells us more about his ten-year plan, his business model and the power of saying no. Lekker luister en lekker braai! Liefde, Elmé & Margo

We first got to know this "plattelandse meisie" on Season 13 of the reality TV program "Boer Soek 'n Vrou". Chereze wrote a letter to farmer Niel and their love story started. The South African IT-couple recently got engaged and plan to get married early next year. Chereze is a Jack of trades. She has waitered tables, studied languages at the University of Stellenbosch, worked as a teacher, travelled on cruise ships as an art retailer and currently teaches English online. Chereze is a certified nail technician, lash technician and she specializes in bridal hair and make-up. She started Chereze Maree Hair and Make-up in 2016, and although she has travelled the world since then and survived a worldwide pandemic, her business is still expanding and flourishing. The FIVE 2 NINE team chatted to Chereze about the harsh realities of reality TV, working abroad, getting your TEFL degree, the pro's and con's of social media as a public figure, and we found out what Chereze always has in her make-up bag. Dit het gevoel asof ons met 'n vriendin gesels! Lekker luister.  Liefde,  Elmé & Margo