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 fr…

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…

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 glim…

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 o…

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 fo…

In Episode 05, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with the remarkable Dr Nerisha Maharaj. Known for her multi-faceted expertise as a global executive coach, author, yoga/meditation teacher, scholar of ancient Indian philosophy, academic and chartered accountant, Dr Maharaj blends profound insights into spirituality and leadership in a way tha…

Overview: In this episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast, we sit down with Grant Oliff, a seasoned entrepreneur and expert in digital transformation, to explore his unique leadership journey. Grant shares his experiences navigating diverse industries—from owning MMA gyms in South Africa to spearheading digital transformation projects in the UK.…

Podcast Website: https://www.pod.tim.africa/ Overview: Welcome to The Incredible Machines Podcast! In today’s episode, titled "How to Lead with the Heart," hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden delve into a thought-provoking conversation with Byron Maclean, a traditional doctor and activist deeply rooted in Indigenous healing practices. Byron shares his …

Podcast Website: https://www.pod.tim.africa/ Overview: Welcome to The Incredible Machines Podcast! In today's episode, we're excited to bring you an insightful conversation with Sean Tickner, a prosthetics and orthotics clinician currently residing in New Zealand. Born and raised in Durban, Sean has over 20 years of experience in his field, focusin…

Overview: In the first episode of "The Incredible Machines Podcast," Jon Oliff and Luke Holden introduce the podcast's premise: to explore and celebrate incredible people doing incredible things while learning what makes them tick. Jon shares an engaging personal anecdote about meeting rugby legend Bryan Habana, which illustrates what he considers …