I Am Youth

Emerging jobs for young South Africans

Youth unemployment in South Africa is at a concerning low. This has been a problem in the country for many years since its democracy. It is no surprise that COVID-19 and the lockdown have only worsened the problem. Given and Charl discuss the emerging careers that young people in South…

25 Jun 2021 19 min

There's a business side to your passion - Unathi Beulah Moyo

Unathi Beulah is a young driven musician currently based in South Africa, but originally from Zimbabwe. She has a golden voice that invokes pleasant emotions. In this interview with Given Illustrative, she talks about the dynamics of her journey as a musician and how she plans to also operate on…

25 Jun 2021 35 min

Your youth is a currency. Spend it wisely.

June 16 is the day that South Africans celebrates young people and the relentless spirit that they have. Being young is much like having money, if you don't spend your youth wisely it will eventually run out. In this discussion Given Illustrative and Charl du Toit remind us that our…

18 Jun 2021 22 min

The emotionally taxing world of Multimedia Design - Shekinah Pambu

Shekinah Pambu is a photographer, graphic designer and overall visual media creative who, in her company, delivers effective and creative design solutions. In this interview, she discusses the highs and lows of her career and shares the experiences that have made her both love and hate her industry. Instagram: @shekinah_vision

18 Jun 2021 24 min

Google Maps will soon help you avoid COVID-19

Google Maps aims to help curb the spread of COVID-19 by making it easy for you to see if a location you are navigating to is crowded or not. Waze, which is also a digital navigation app, is selling ad space to companies who want to display their logos to…

18 Jun 2021 15 min

Young people can't face today's challenges without guidance

The challenges faced by Millennials and Gen Z's are unique. Research shows that these generations face depression, anxiety and suicidal emotions more than the generations that precede them. Given Illustrative and Charl du Toit discuss the importance of parents and gradians helping young people navigate these challenges.

11 Jun 2021 22 min

Empowering young girls with Dr. Natasha Ross

Dr. Natasha Ross is a Chemistry Lecture at the University of the Western Cape. Inspired by the challenges she faced growing up as a young girl she founded The Akeelah Foundation which is aimed at empowering and equipping young and disadvantaged girls. In this interview with the I Am Live…

11 Jun 2021 26 min

Apple WWDC 2021 brings new features to IOS and iPadOS

At their WWDC 2021 event Apple introduced a number of exciting features that are expected to make the Apple ecosystem more immersive and fun to be part of. Audio books are becoming more affordable and easier to access for Millennials.

11 Jun 2021 14 min

Having difficult conversations - Lindokuhle Radebe

Lindokuhle Radebe is an author, conversation facilitator and an advocate of keeping a healthy frame of mind. She is a young woman adamant about create a safe space for people who have suffered through trauma and loss and helping them deal with the emotions that follow. In this interview she…

4 Jun 2021 20 min

What are the differences between Millennials and Gen Z's?

Millennials and Gen Z's are the most influential and impactful generations of the 21st century. They are similar in many ways, but their behaviors can differ vastly. In this discussion Given Illustrative and Charl du Toit talk about these differences and explain why it's important to be aware of them.

4 Jun 2021 29 min

Netflix challenged to include more South African content

A new law which aims to stop or reduce the piracy of TV shows and movies in South Africa has recently been approved. The Department of Digital Technologies intends to regulate Netflix content to include at least 30% local content. Xiaomi announces a charger that is able to charge a…

4 Jun 2021 17 min

Tsakane Sono about beauty pageants

Tsakane Sono is a scholar of Occupational Therapy and is currently studying towards her masters in the field. She is the Miss Gauteng Exclusive 2021 Finalist and is currently Miss Egoli Semi-finalist. In this interview with Given Illustrative she challenges some of the stereotypes that people have around being a…

21 May 2021 23 min

Men are more than breadwinners

In many cultures men have historically been understood to be the primary breadwinners of the relationship dynamic. But what are the other things that men should bring to relationships beyond financial provision. In this podcast, Given Illustrative and Charl du Toit discuss the essential qualities that men and boys should…

21 May 2021 28 min

Google Reveals The Android 12 New Look

Android is the world's most used smartphone operating system. It the only major competitor to Apple's IOS operating system on the iPhone. At their recent Google I/O event they announced that Android 12 will be releasing soon and will have a new and fresh look.

21 May 2021 11 min

What do men want most in a romantic relationship

Men are often accused of being the most common cause of failing relationships. And there's no denying that a lot of men have failed their communities. But it's important to acknowledge that there are a lot of men who are doing their best to be the best versions of themselves…

14 May 2021 26 min

Being a YouTuber in Africa with Bafana Nyandeni

Being a YouTube creator in South Africa and the broader context of Africa is a growing career, although admittedly difficult and slow in its growth. Bafana Nyandeni is one of many aspiring YouTube creators and has more than one YouTube channel that he manages. In this interview Given Illustrative has…

14 May 2021 21 min

Elon Musk Changes His Mind About Bitcoin

Elon Musk expresses his concern with Bitcoin and the consumption of electricity in its mining process. FNB has introduced an eWallet card to its customers that can be used as a normal debit card. Find out what Given Illustrative and Charl du Toit think of these mind-blowing stories.

14 May 2021 13 min

The relevance of masculinity in 2021

Masculinity has over a long time earned itself a terrible reputation and as a result, has become synonymous with toxicity and abuse. Does masculinity still have a place in our modern world? In this podcast Given Illustrative and Charl du Toit have a discussion about the relevance of masculinity in…

7 May 2021 21 min

Twitter is introducing a Tip Jar

Twitter is currently experimenting with a tip jar as a way of allowing it's users to monetize their posts. This is the Twitter's way of rewarding it's verified and reliable users. Similar to YouTube, Twitter hopes that this will encourage users to post more well researched content which will lead…

7 May 2021 12 min

Celebrating Motherhood With Divine Keren

Motherhood is a privilege and responsibility that God has bestowed upon women. But does that mean that all women are by default suppose to give birth to and raise Children at some points in their lives? Divine Keren helps us explore this question in her interview with the I Am…

7 May 2021 24 min