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  • How POPCO Went From Market Stalls to Major Retailers - Didi Deane, POPCO

    August 20, 2026 · 37 min

    In this Born to Build episode, Didi Deane shares how a trip through South America sparked the idea for POPCO, and how she and her husband Tim turned that inspiration into a fast-growing South African frozen treat brand. She takes us from…

  • Why Authenticity Always Wins - Richard Bolland, Studio Bo

    June 25, 2026 · 43 min

    In this episode of Born to Build, Richard Bolland shares the journey of building Studio Bo from a freelance operation into one of South Africa's leading animation and game development studios. He reflects on discovering his passion for…

  • Most Startups Build Apps. He Built a Toilet - Jonny Harris, Arumloo

    June 4, 2026 · 43 min

    n this Born to Build episode, Jonny Harris shares his journey from civil engineering in the UK to building innovative sanitation solutions in Africa. He unpacks the founding of Isidima, the lessons learned from launching a consultancy with…

  • Portable Power and Purpose-Driven Building - Weyers Marais, Helt

    May 12, 2026 · 41 min

    In this episode of Born to Build, Weyers Marais, co-founder of Helt, shares the story behind building a South African energy tech company focused on ultra-rugged portable power systems and the bigger vision driving it all. From early…

  • Youth Aren’t the Problem, They’re the Solution - Anton Cuyler, Sozo

    April 8, 2026 · 57 min

    In this Born to Build episode, Anton Cuyler shares how a calling led him from the UK to Vrygrond — and how a simple youth initiative grew into the Sozo Foundation, transforming young lives through education, skills, and opportunity. We…

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  • They Pivoted Their Startup… and 10X’d Growth - Adrian Hope-Bailie, Fynbos

    March 25, 2026 · 50 min

    In this episode of Born to Build, Adrian Hope-Bailie shares his journey from early web development and global fintech roles to building Fynbos, a platform helping South Africans take control of their savings and investments. He unpacks the…

  • Why “People Buy From People” Still Wins in Sales - Mel Martin, Sales Intel

    March 12, 2026 · 29 min

    In this insightful interview, sales strategist Mel Martin shares her journey from shy introvert to sales expert, her innovative AI-powered sales training program, and practical tips for entrepreneurs to boost their sales. Discover how to…

  • Making (Parent) Sense - Meg Faure, Parent Sense

    February 26, 2026 · 37 min

    Meg Faure didn’t set out to build a tech startup — she set out to help parents. But when she saw the scale of confusion and overwhelm facing modern families, she knew her work needed to go beyond the consulting room. In this episode, Meg…

  • Hacking Human Potential: Inside the Mind of an EdTech Builder - Peter Turner, Beeline

    February 12, 2026 · 31 min

    In this conversation, Sam and Peter Turner discuss the innovative approach of Beeline, a company that leverages AI to transform corporate training for frontline workers. Peter highlights the shortcomings of traditional training methods and…

  • Under Construction - Week 15

    January 15, 2026 · 4 min

    Under Construction is the real, unfiltered story of building a business while it's actually being built. 🚧No fake 'overnight success' stories here, just raw progress, messy middle moments, and the behind-the-scenes grind of turning an…

  • How a Devastating Fire Sparked a Sustainable Energy Solution - Vincent Mosebe, Mosebe Enterprise

    December 10, 2025 · 32 min

    Vincent Mosebe shares how a devastating shack fire in 2020 became the spark behind Mosebe Enterprise — a mission-driven startup creating affordable, sustainable power solutions for underserved communities. He opens up about overcoming…

  • Under Construction - Week 9

    December 4, 2025 · 6 min

    Under Construction is the real, unfiltered story of building a business while it's actually being built. 🚧No fake 'overnight success' stories here, just raw progress, messy middle moments, and the behind-the-scenes grind of turning an…

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About the show

Born to Build is a podcast featuring conversations with the builders, founders, and pioneers driving change from the ground up. Each episode highlights the real stories of SME owners - how they started, what they've overcome, and what keeps them building their business. It's honest, practical business insight from those shaping their industries one bold move at a time, equipping you with the tools to build and grow YOUR business.