Happiness Economy

Our guest on this episode of #thehappinesseconomypodcast is Chris Forrest, comedian, actor writer chef, husband, father and all-round good guy. In this episode, Chris shares how happy it makes him to tend his lawn, reveals moments of joy from his childhood and reveals his path from the school choir to an unlikely musical award. Chris shares his secret to staying relevant in a constantly-evolving industry and shares some fun stories from the early days of South African comedy. You don’t want to miss it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our guest on this episode of #thehappinesseconomypodcast is Fehmz, online cooking sensation, mocktail mixologist, founder of the Halaal Goods Market and cookbook author. In this episode Fehmz breaks down how her love for food launched a career she never thought was possible, the importance of family and community and her history as an undercover petrolhead. You don’t want to miss this one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Q Dube is a Pan African, award-winning comedian, script writer voiceover artist and actor, based in Johannesburg. In this episode he delves into his journey from Zimbabwe to South Africa, his quest to truly get to know himself and finding happiness in the simple things in life. He unpacks how family and community feed his soul, the thrill that comes with working with his idols and the secret power of his trademark hat. You don’t want to miss this one, like, subscribe and share this podcast and let us know who we should have on next. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our guest on this episode is Bonko Khoza, a SAFTA award-winning actor who has become a fixture in our living rooms and on the big screen. An actor so good, directors cast him twice - as twin brothers in the television drama series iTonga. In this episode of #thehappinesseconomypodcast Bonko gives us insight into his transformative journey, from a funny story about his first date with his now wife, starting a family, choosing the right mentors and his enduring faith in people’s ability to grow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hailing from KwaZulu-Natal, Mbali has steadily established herself as one of the most exciting comedic acts in the country. In this episode she shares about starting a new path at the age of 30, juggling her day job with touring with her rolemodel as she builds her dream career. She also unpacks how she has crafted a carefree life despite having had to take on adult responsibilities from a young age Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nimrod Nkosi is an actor, television host, motivational speaker and corporate M.C. In this episode of #thehappinesseconomypodcast he shares the difficult choices that come with choosing to follow his passion for entertainment, the importance of mentorship and how, for him, integrity trumps everything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

World-renowned chef Wandile Mabaso joins us to share his inspiring rise from humble beginnings to Michelin level kitchens. Discover how an unlikely connection to an infamous footballer changed his path, and how French culinary tradition fuelled his entrepreneurial drive. Whether you're into food, entrepreneurship, or personal growth, this episode will fire up your purpose. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we sit down with Virgil Prins, a talented comedian from East London with an inspiring journey. From studying law at Rhodes University to teaching and then chasing his dream in Joburg, Virgil’s story is one of resilience and passion. He opens up about: How his passion saw him sleeping outside on his first night in Johannesburg Surviving tough times and post-COVID gig life Embracing the hustle and “taking his power back” The role of comedy in healing and staying true to his craft His old-school relationship values "Comedy chose me" - Virgil shares how his art helped him navigate life and why he never gave up on his dream. Don’t miss this raw, honest, and uplifting conversation. Subscribe for more real stories that fuel the happiness economy. #Comedy #VirgilPrins #HappinessEconomyPodcast #SouthAfricanComedians #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this special episode, hosts Nicholas and Jason get real about their journeys towards building their personal happiness economies. From doing hard things in search of peace to managing imposter syndrome, this honest conversation explores how they keep fun at the centre of their work, what it means to take control of your life, and how to stop hiding from your destiny. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of #thehappinesseconomy our guest is a director, actor, author and father to the World’s Coolest Kid, Ronaldo Silvestre. From going against Disney to dealing with divorce and severe depression, Ronaldo shares his inspiring story. Hear how he rebuilt his life by changing his outlook and is working his way towards happiness by living in the moment being specific about his dreams. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.