Nominated for ‘Podcast of the Year’ in the 2024 African Podcast and Voice Awards (APVA), the weekly Sandton Times Hour is a Sandton magazine show that brings the digital pages of The Sandton Times to life.
- Richard Mulholland, Entrepreneur, Author & Speaker shares some insights from his new book ‘Relentless Relevance’ – a must-read guide to thriving in chaos.
- Tat Wolfen, Entertainment Commentator for The Sandton Times, chats about two documentaries on motorbikes and surfing that stood the test of time.
- Hylton Kallner, CEO of Discovery Bank takes a look at the 2025 Spend Trend report and how South African’s are spending their money.
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In 2024, The Sandton Times Hour secured the third spot on Feedspot’s list of the “30 Best South Africa Podcasts” highlighting the top South African podcasts from thousands available on the web, ranking them based on relevancy, authority, social media followers, and freshness.
In this week’s show [Edition 191 Week 16] The Sandton Times covers an array of topical news as well as these interviews:
‘Relentless Relevance’ With Entrepreneur, Author & Speaker Richard Mulholland
In today’s fast-changing world, staying relentlessly relevant is not optional—it’s essential. Richard Mulholland, former rock ‘n’ roll roadie turned presentation guru and author of Relentless Relevance, warns that without a constant focus on relevance, individuals and businesses risk becoming obsolete.
His latest book is a bold guide to thriving in a chaotic, tech-driven world. Blending business insight, cultural trends, and human behaviour, it urges readers to ditch outdated thinking (Legacide) and embrace reinvention with curiosity and action. According to Richard, the real question isn’t “Am I still relevant?” but rather “What can I do today to stay relevant?”
In short: If you want to stay in the game, stop chasing comfort and start chasing curiosity. Get a copy of Relentless Relevance online or at all good book stores.
Documentaries On Motorbikes And Surfing With Entertainment Commentator Tat Wolfen
Bruce Brown, born in San Francisco and raised in Southern California, fell in love with surfing as a kid and began documenting the sport with a camera to show his mom what it looked like. After a stint in the Navy—strategically choosing Hawaii to surf—he returned to California and, with backing from surfboard mogul Dale Velzy, made his first surf film, Slippery When Wet, in 1958.
Over the years, Bruce became a pioneering surf filmmaker with titles like Surf Crazy, Barefoot Adventure, and Surfing Hollow Days, capturing the explosive growth of the sport. His breakthrough came in 1964 with The Endless Summer, a cinematic journey following two surfers around the world in pursuit of perpetual summer. The film became a crossover hit, captivating even non-surfers and securing Bruce’s place as a cultural icon.
Later, he explored his love for motorbikes in On Any Sunday (1971), which earned an Oscar nomination and was co-produced with Steve McQueen. Preferring the quiet life, Bruce moved to a ranch near Santa Barbara where he surfed, raced cars, and enjoyed rural living with his family.
In 1992, he made a reluctant return to film with The Endless Summer II, but found the experience disheartening due to creative and commercial disagreements. Despite that, Bruce Brown remains one of surfing’s most influential storytellers, immortalising a lifestyle and era through his lens.
The Endless Summer
Bruce Brown’s The Endless Summer is a landmark surf documentary that follows two California surfers, Mike Hynson and Robert August, as they chase summer across the globe. Filmed in exotic locales like Senegal, Ghana, South Africa, Australia, and Hawaii, the journey didn’t always go as planned—but that was part of the charm. Bruce embraced spontaneity, and even on slow surf days, magic moments—like discovering the perfect wave at Cape St. Francis—made the film unforgettable.
With a relaxed narration style and a cool soundtrack by The Sandals, The Endless Summer became a surprise hit. After initial rejection from distributors, Bruce and his promoter Paul Allen tested it in Wichita, Kansas, where it smashed box office records. A bold move to screen it in New York won over skeptical critics, leading to nationwide—and eventually global—distribution.
What began as a $50,000 personal project turned Bruce Brown into a multi-million-dollar success—and cemented The Endless Summer as one of the most iconic surf films of all time.
On Any Sunday
In the late 1960s, Bruce Brown, famed for The Endless Summer, became fascinated with motorcycling, especially in Southern California’s booming desert racing scene. Inspired by the freedom he experienced riding a scooter in Japan, he bought a Triumph Cub and began immersing himself in the world of motorcycle racing. Struck by how friendly and down-to-earth the riders were—contrary to their public image—Bruce decided to make a film about the sport.
Despite his earlier success, funding On Any Sunday was difficult until actor Steve McQueen, an avid rider, agreed to finance the project after an informal pitch. Bruce’s approach to film-making remained inventive and hands-on, including rigging makeshift high-speed cameras and pioneering helmet-mounted cameras. Steve also used his influence to secure unique filming locations, such as Camp Pendleton.
The film highlighted the diversity of motorcycling disciplines and rider personalities—from carefree motocross racers to disciplined professionals like Mert Lawwill. It struck a major chord with young audiences, many of whom were inspired to take up riding themselves. Riders like Malcolm Smith saw their careers boosted by the film’s popularity.
Though the movie drew some environmental controversy, it helped reshape public perception of motorcyclists as passionate and skilled athletes. Bruce’s storytelling, combined with Steve’s star power, turned On Any Sunday into a beloved classic. Bruce and his wife Pat, both motorsports enthusiasts, remained active in the scene, and his son later released a sequel celebrating the original riders.
Discovery Bank 2025 Spend Trend With CEO Hylton Kallner
The third annual SpendTrend25 report by Discovery Bank and Visa shows that South African consumers are becoming more digitally savvy, value-conscious, and convenience-driven in their spending. While inflation has dropped, overall spending growth has slowed due to stagnant income and rising costs. Consumers in smaller cities are outspending those in major metros, and many are dipping into long-term savings for everyday expenses.
Spending is concentrated on essentials like groceries, fuel, travel, dining, and retail. Dining out and online grocery shopping are growing faster than traditional in-store shopping, with virtual cards and digital wallets gaining popularity for their security and ease of use. Cash use is declining sharply, and most people prefer card or digital payments.
Travel spending is recovering, though international travel is down, and local consumers are favouring hybrid shopping habits that blend online and in-store experiences. Online entertainment, subscriptions, and AI tools are seeing major growth, reflecting changing lifestyle trends.
In short, South Africans are adapting quickly to economic pressures by embracing digital tools, smarter financial habits, and new technologies to stay on top of their finances.
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- Bakermat – Baby
- Mean Mr Mustard – Without You
- Meduza – Born To Love feat. SHELLS
- Jeremy Loops – Down South feat. Motheo Moleko
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