V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance Creative Allies

Creative Allies

Creatives who live their art deserve to be heard. This is the philosophy behind Creative Allies, a podcast from the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance programme. Experienced creatives are invited to share their stories as a gesture of allyship to up-and-coming talent, lending their support and encouragement. Performers, poets, directors, designers and more give their advice on everything from finding funding and developing your practice to setting boundaries and handling tax as a freelancer. Hosted by Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams, and produced by the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance in collaboration with 2Stories.
Weekly English South Africa Arts · Careers Narrated by Various South African Creatives
36 Episodes
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Turning your passion into a paycheque with Fezeka Mkhabela and Brendan Murray

❤️‍🔥🤑 Creativity vs commercial appeal. Uniqueness vs popularity. Passion vs paying bills. These are the contradictions all creatives must face pretty much on the daily. If you’re serious about a career in this industry, you’ll have to ask yourself a variation of the following questions: How do you keep your…
14 Nov 56 min
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Hot Take: Erin-Lee Peterson on embracing innovation

Working with limitations can have a silver lining, says Erin-Lee Peterson. The creative director of sustainable luxury clothing brand Research Unit gives her advice on smart ways of using tech and available resources. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
28 Oct 2 min
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Hot Take: Karen Jeynes on embracing change

What's the key to thriving in this uncertain world? Writer, director and producer Karen Jeynes gives her checklist of what qualities we need to nurture in ourselves to prepare for the future.
21 Oct 2 min

Financing your creative career with Bushy Wopp and Godisamang Khunou

🤑 It’s the age-old question: “So, you want to be an artist. How are you going to make money?” South African illustrator and muralist Bushy Wopp (aka Chad Hanning) and filmmaker Godisamang Khunou join us for this episode to share their career journeys as creatives, and answer some honest answers…
3 Oct 45 min
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Creative Allies X FAME Week Africa 2025 with Siv Ngesi

Creative Allies hosts Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams sit down with multi-award-winning South African actor, comedian, and producer Siv Ngesi live at FAME Week Africa. In this inspiring episode, Siv shares the drive, mindset, and creative lessons behind his success in film, comedy, and production. 🎧 Listen to Creative Allies…
26 Sep 8 min
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Creative Allies X FAME Week Africa 2025 with Shamilla Miller

Creative Allies hosts Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams sit down with South African actress Shamilla Miller live at FAME Week Africa. In this must-listen episode, Shamilla opens up about her acting career, breaking into the South African film and TV industry, and the key lessons she’s learned on set and…
26 Sep 15 min
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Creative Allies X FAME Week Africa 2025 with Oarabile Ditsele

Creative Allies hosts Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams catch up with talented South African actor, writer, and dancer Oarabile Ditsele at FAME Week Africa. In this inspiring episode, he shares his journey in acting and dance, the challenges he’s faced, and advice for aspiring performers on honing their craft and…
26 Sep 26 min
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Hot take: Digital Sangoma on finding your sound

Making art without having to chase money – what a dream for any creative person. Music producer and performer Digital Sangoma shares how he achieved this freedom for himself. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
23 Sep 5 min
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Hot Take: Rucita Vassen on creating a designer brand

How do you position your brand as a creative? Hear how heritage and spirituality played a part for award-winning designer Rucita Vassen. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts.
16 Sep 4 min

Defining your personal brand with Rucita Vassen and Digital Sangoma

📢📌 Most creatives, in the course of their careers, will have to formulate and market some form of personal brand. But how do you position yourself to find the right path, and find the right people to walk it with you? How do you make sure what you’re contributing feels…
12 Sep 53 min
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