After School Is After School With Sis G.U
48 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsThis podcast is about everything to do with the host - Gugulethu Nyatsumba. I want to use this platform to speak more openly and honestly about the battles that I continue to face in my 20s. I am extremely passionate about motivating people to want better for themselves and to constantly work towards being better people. My content is heavily based on that. Let’s laugh, cry and just have a good time.
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Spotify Freshly Squeezed (Feat. Amahle-Imvelo Jaxa)
March 25, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBSho Genge, Welcome to another episode of After School Is After School With Sis G.U! Live from Bacardi Holiday Club, I caught up with Amahle-Imvelo Jaxa for Spotify Freshly Squeezed’s live podcast experience.
For I Know The Plans I Have For You (Feat. Michelle Expert)
March 12, 2024 12:38 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBSho, Genge, welcome back to another episode of ASIAS, with your girl, Sis G.U! As said in Jeremiah 29:11, God knows the plans He has for us. Plans to ensure that we prosper and never wither. Plans that ensure that we have hope and protection evermore. These are the very foundations that are built on, in this episode. I am joined by my guest, Michelle Lima, as we have a much needed conversation about what our purpose is, as individuals and how God is the pinnacle of what and where our purpo...
And I'm Just A Girl (Feat. Balepi Mosweu)
February 29, 2024 14:13 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to another episode of ASIAS, with your girl, Sis G.U This episode is exactly every scenario that came to your head, as you've read the title of this episode: Issues to deal with, Situations to Conquer, Hustles to Consistently Work On, Finding the Strength to deal with everything all at once... *sigh* and I'm just a girl, haha! Join me with my lovely friend, Balepi Mosweu, as we have a much needed light hearted chat, as boss ladies, about everything going on in our...
The iFundi Experience
February 19, 2024 14:58 - 11 minutes - 11.1 MBSho Genge! This week we are learning all things iFundi with their marketing manager; Kapina Tjale. iFundi has pioneered a new approach to career education and development. Preparing you for the 4th Industrial Revolution. I hope that you guys enjoy this episode and consider iFundi for your future studies! Make sure to head over to my instagram page; @Gugulethu_Nyatsumba to learn how you could win the bursary give away!
And That's On Period! (feat. Candice Chirwa)
February 08, 2024 15:48 - 36 minutes - 34 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to ASIAS, with your girl, Sis G.U In this episode, I am joined by my lovely guest, Candice Chirwa - affectionately known as the Minister of Menstruation. Join us as we get candid on the phenomenon of periods and the myths around it while debunking the facts and false stigmas of what actually goes on during the "period" of period pains. As much as an episode of such topics can be seen as a "women only" situation, I also extend this episode to the men of the Genge - ...
New Friends
December 22, 2023 08:56 - 25 minutes - 58.3 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to another episode of ASIAS, with your girl, Sis G.U As we grow older, certain things become more complex due to the experiences we go through as individuals and as a community. In this episode, I’m tackling one of the most overlooked aspects of our lives which still serves a huge part of our lives and individual purpose - forming new friendships. As a person who was once about the notion of “no new friends”, in my younger years; I have grown to understand what ama...
Release It
December 14, 2023 10:32 - 21 minutes - 18.1 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to another episode of ASIAS, with your girl, Sis G.U The true meaning of strength isn’t only within the amount of things your hands can hold, but it’s also in the things you’re able to release. That is the foundation of what I’ve structured this episode around, titled “Release It”. Spend time with me as I unpack this episode which is packed with gems you can take in your journey of equipping yourself with the right arsenal to be the best you can be.
TRESemmé Style Your Story Part 3 (feat. Zesipho Mncwango)
December 08, 2023 10:39 - 43 minutes - 60 MBSho Genge! Welcome to the third installment of Style Your Story brought to you by TRESemmé. I had the privilege of sitting down with Zesipho Mncwango who is known as the OfficialPerfumePlug, to talk all things business, perfume and winning the Glamour Women of the year 2023 Next Gen Game changer. Zesipho is a brand manager, content creator and entrepreneur. Her love for perfume has turned into a thriving business whilst opening her up to many more opportunities. Through this journey, Zesip...
Stay Focused
December 07, 2023 15:37 - 9 minutes - 22.6 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to another episode of ASIAS, with your girl, Sis G.U. In the true sense of the year, we have reached the festive season. 2023 is coming to an end and we are all geared up to spend the remaining weeks of the year with our loved ones while taking a well deserved break from tasks that are work related. This time of year prompted me to create this video that is not only brief but filled with warm and gentle wishes for us to not lose track of the very things that make u...
TRESemmé Style Your Story Part 2 (feat. Smangele Sibisi & Deborah Somwe)
November 30, 2023 17:27 - 49 minutes - 67.3 MBSho Genge! Welcome to the second installment of Style Your Story brought to you by TRESemmé. I had the privilege of sitting down with Smangele Sibisi and Debora Somwe to talk about all things business and hair. Smangele Sibisi is the founder and owner of Indalo Nubian Naturals, natural hairstylist, loc specialist, make-up artist, masterclass host and tutor. As a qualified facilitator, she’s worked with TRESemmé as a tutor for their Stylist Training Programme and presented masterclasses at ...
My Life At 26
November 24, 2023 12:35 - 22 minutes - 50.9 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to After School is After School, with your girl, Sis G.U Since turning 26 years old, I've been blessed with seeing life in a new lens and direction. The more one ages, the bigger the challenges become and the more potential for growth increases. This is my experience with that phenomenon. Get candid with me as I unpack the situations and lessons I had to learn since turning a new age. It's been well over a month since the last ASIAS episode, so there is a lot to un...
Mental Journal
October 08, 2023 10:06 - 27 minutes - 62.5 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to ASIAS with your girl, Sis G.U It's been quite a minute since I last had an opportunity to sit down, in the comfort of my own space & speak about everything that's been on my mind. In that light, the title of this episode is 'Mental Journals'. Journey with me, as I unpack the intricacies of my mind and the experiences I have gone through, recently. The only constant in life is change, and as much as we can never fully be prepared for what will come or what we're ...
TRESemmé Style Your Story Part 1 (feat. Kay Yarms)
September 20, 2023 18:18 - 29 minutes - 40.3 MBSho Genge! Welcome to the first installment of Style Your Story brought to you by TRESemmé. I had the privilege of sitting down with Kay Yarms who is an award-winning and trusted influencer, YouTuber, content creator and beauty entrepreneur. In this episode we talk about her journey within the content creation space and how that has helped her style her personal story to date. This episode is shot within her new Salon space, SAXX Beauty.
House Of Miracles
August 18, 2023 16:43 - 17 minutes - 40.8 MBSho, Genge! Many people have their own reasons, ideas and stories behind what their tattoos mean. In a bigger perspective, it stands as a badge of what you represent. What values coincide with the person you are or have worked hard to become. In this episode, House of Miracles, I am taking a dive into what my tattoos mean to me and the reasons behind it. Make sure to like, comment and subscribe to my channel, Uncomfortable Growth, and listen to the podcast on all streaming platforms!
The Art Of Letting Go II
August 03, 2023 16:11 - 16 minutes - 38.7 MBSho, Genge! In this episode, I decided to revisit a topic that is a focal point of our individual journeys of growth - The Art of Letting Go. In this sequel, I have centered the message around the results of learning how to let go and let God in all aspects of your life. I trust that there are some needed gems from my experience, which can inspire you to be more confident in the process and appreciating the art of letting go.
Music Wednesday (feat. ThandoNje)
July 19, 2023 16:37 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MBSho, Genge! Welcome to After School is After School, with your girl, Sis G.U. In this episode, I am bringing back a segment that the genge has been consistently requesting for: Music Wednesday! And who better to kick off the new episode of Music Wednesday than the award nominated singer and songwriter, ThandoNje. It is such a pleasure to have one of the country's finest artists join me discussing music and her journey in her rise to success within the industry. This is surely an episode you ...
Pitori To The World (feat. Focalistic)
July 14, 2023 16:34 - 51 minutes - 46.7 MBSho, Genge! Live from the Greasy Tunes Cafe, hosted by Spotify, welcome back to an exclusive episode of After School is After School with Sis G.U! In this episode, I am joined by the President Ya Straata, Focalistic. An artist that knows no boundaries to his creativity. An artist that embodies authentic South African music excellence in the output of his music, as he creates a footprint in the global industry - while pushing the reach of Amapiano to newer heights. Join me as we get candid...
My Sister's Keeper (feat. Nosipho Nyatsumba)
June 29, 2023 16:26 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBSho, Genge! Welcome back to After School is After School with your girl, Sis G.U. To those who are passing by, I hope you like what you see and you join the Genge, please! Today, I am joined by the love of my life - my sister - Nosipho Nyatsumba. This episode is special to me, as we have a sisterly catch up on how life has been for Nosipho and the discoveries she has gained, as she tackles her second year. I hope the Genge can find some gems from us as the Nyatsumba sisters with the mess...
Energy Never Lies
May 19, 2023 10:10 - 16 minutes - 37.3 MBSho Genge! This week we are talking about energy and trusting your intuition (the Holy Spirit). I’ve really grown to trust myself and my internal voice and that in its self was a journey. I had to learn to not gaslight my feelings but rather to honour them. I know that dealing with shifted energy isn’t easy but I’ve decided to view it as protection from God. If it is currently a weird season for you, I pray you find peace in the Lord.
Dear Diary III
May 04, 2023 07:41 - 23 minutes - 53 MBSho Genge! We are finally back with another episode, the first episode since The Assembly. I thought I would give you guys a bit of a life update and just let you know where my mind has been as of late. In the process of setting new boundaries for myself and establishing them with my loved ones. I am in an isolation season - I know that God is currently working on me.
The Genge & I
March 31, 2023 12:27 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBSho Genge! For the third and final episode recorded at The Assembly, we asked our MC to ask Gugulethu some questions that her audience had for her. I hope you enjoy this episode.
25 To Life (ft. Katlego Lebogang)
March 23, 2023 14:44 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBSho Genge! This is the second episode recorded at my live podcasting event; The Assembly. In this episode I get to have a chat with my friend, Katlego Lebogang about our journey together as well as what getting older has looked like, for us.
Starting Over, Again
March 16, 2023 14:44 - 27 minutes - 64.1 MBSho Genge! We kick off season 3 with the first episode recorded at my live podcasting event; The Assembly. This episode is about allowing yourself to start over at any point in your life. We often find ourselves having to start over in many different aspects of our lives, it can be scary but it’s always worth it. Take the leap and become who you’ve always knew you where destined to be.
The Assembly
January 27, 2023 14:12 - 1 minute - 1.14 MBSho Genge! On the 11th of February, I am hosting my first ever live podcasting event - The Assembly at the Khuli Chana Studios. Tickets are available for sale on Ticketpro. Make sure to get a ticket; it’s going to be a lovely evening filled with great conversations, food, drinks as well as live performances. I hope to see you there!
The Choice Is Yours
January 13, 2023 07:50 - 30 minutes - 70.4 MBSho Genge! Compliments of the new season! We are starting 2023, with the season two finale of ASIAS. In this episode, I decided to unpack the importance of being yourself, how to create a great ecosystem of support in different aspects of your life & seeing your purpose in a stronger light. I also share my outlook & my wishes of prosperity for the genge, for 2023. This year is ours. Let’s journey together.
Asking For A Friend (ft. Mohau)
December 23, 2022 05:58 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBSho Genge! This week I brought in my friend, Mohau Pitso, to help me introduce a new segment called Asking For A Friend; where we get to seek relationship advice for one another. I hope that you enjoy this episode.
Defining Your Era
December 19, 2022 14:04 - 13 minutes - 30.5 MBSho Genge! This week we're talking about being in a new era and allowing yourself to explore each new chapter in your life wholeheartedly. You define how long an era should or shouldn't last. Don't be caught up in the past versions of yourself, give yourself the grace and patience to grow. Trying new things is always good.
Navigating Social Media (ft. Mo Mdluli)
December 09, 2022 16:17 - 34 minutes - 32 MBSho Genge! In this episode, I am joined by content creator; Mo Mdluli. We discussed our individual experiences throughout our time on social media and how that has affected our lives - in both the good and bad aspects of it. With that, we got to share a lot of gems, laughs and perspectives that we hope you can cherish dearly.
Say A Little Prayer
November 25, 2022 11:43 - 15 minutes - 35 MBSho Genge! This week we're talking about prayer; the power of prayer and learning how to find your voice in prayer. I hope this episode inspires you to say a lil prayer.
The Breakthrough
November 10, 2022 17:11 - 16 minutes - 38.5 MBSho Genge! This week we’re talking about breakthrough and allowing yourself to be present when it happens. It often feels like things won’t get better when we’re going through it but there will always be a breakthrough. Hold on a little longer.
The Calling (feat. Dennis Ngango)
November 03, 2022 16:12 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBSho Genge! This week I have the privilege of being joined by Dennis Ngango; founder of DEFINING Media. We got to talk about being called, what that means and our personal journeys on this path. This conversation was one that I needed, I hope that you are able to take away from it as I was.
The Art Of Letting Go
October 13, 2022 17:13 - 20 minutes - 48 MBSho Genge! This week we're talking about letting go and how hard that can be but I know it's always for the better. Letting go to make more space and learning to trust yourself makes the process easier.
Finding Your Voice In The Bedroom
September 15, 2022 14:23 - 24 minutes - 55.3 MBSho Genge! TW: coercion, rape, sexual trauma. This week we are starting a new segment called 'finding your voice in the bedroom'. I've dedicated the first episode to what I believe to be basic sexual etiquette. I hope that you enjoy it and are able to take something away from this conversation.
Dear Diary II
August 19, 2022 10:06 - 27 minutes - 63.1 MBSho, Genge! I’m back with a much needed diary session after the time I’ve taken away from the podcast. This episode, tackles various topics that are dear to my heart, at this point in my life and my wish is that you find some gems that can help you in your day-to-day activities.
The Life Of A Content Creator (feat. Thato Rampedi, Balepi Mosweu & Zillewizzy)
June 23, 2022 16:34 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBSho Genge! This week I have featured Thato Rampedi, Balepi Mosweu and Zillewizzy to have a conversation about navigating the industry. The things we enjoy the most and least. I hope that you guys enjoy this conversation. A video of this podcast episode is available on my YouTube channel.
Suffering Alone, Together (feat. Sibu Jolwana)
June 09, 2022 09:44 - 40 minutes - 37.6 MBSho Genge! This week, myself and Sibu take a trip down memory lane and speak candidly about our mental health journeys tackling anxiety and depression. I hope that this episode and our experiences can encourage hope and offer comfort for those going through similar experiences. Things will get better, you got this!
Celibacy 101
May 26, 2022 10:13 - 23 minutes - 53.7 MBSho Genge! We are back for season 2 and I'm so excited! I've been asked to speak on celibacy quite a bit. I've been hesitant to do this episode for personal reasons but I finally feel like I'm ready to share my experiences and my thoughts. I hope that you enjoy this episode.
Dear Diary
April 28, 2022 09:50 - 27 minutes - 61.8 MBSho Genge, this week I’m reflecting on the things that I have learnt and what I feel God is pressing on my heart. This feels like my most personal episode yet, I hope that you enjoy it Thank you so much for all the support. I had a blast creating season 1! Season 2 drops on the 26th of May 2022.
Love & Hustle (feat. Nana Aikins)
April 14, 2022 17:58 - 28 minutes - 65.1 MBSho Genge! This week, Nana and I speak about being black women; trying to navigate building a name for yourself as well as living your life. I hope that you enjoy this episode.
Friendship 101 (feat. Khumbuza Cele)
April 02, 2022 08:47 - 23 minutes - 52.8 MBSho Genge! Today we are talking about friendship with my guest Khumbuza Cele. What friendship means to us and the importance of having good people/friends around you. I hope that you enjoy this episode!
Singlehood
March 11, 2022 08:03 - 27 minutes - 62.7 MBSho Genge, today I'm talking about being single and what that has meant to me over the years. My feelings towards this topic always change, so journey with me as I unpack my experience and grow together.
Becoming Sis G.U
February 10, 2022 12:09 - 38 minutes - 36 MBSho Genge! This week I was joined by my sound engineer, Kelvin Chilezi, who asked me all things Sis G.U related; from content creation to my personal growth. I hope that you enjoy this episode and are able to take something away.
The People Pleaser Syndrome
January 29, 2022 08:37 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBSho Genge, this week we're talking about people pleasing. This is something that I have struggled with for a while, but I've gotten better at putting myself first. I hope this episode encourages you to live true to yourself. As you are, on your best days and worst days, you are enough and deserve to be loved.
The Thick Of Being In Your 20s
January 14, 2022 13:05 - 37 minutes - 86.5 MBSho Genge, this week's episode feels more like a venting session. I'm in the middle of my 20s and going through it. I have taken time to reflect on 2021 as a whole. From the spirit of comparison, relationships, celibacy and my inner cool girl. I know the past year wasn't easy but we got through it and I wholeheartedly believe that 2022 will be better!
Boundaries
January 14, 2022 13:05 - 23 minutes - 54.4 MBSho Genge, on this episode I'm talking about boundaries - how important they are and just how hard it is to implement them. My boundaries are constantly changing, and that's okay, because I'm constantly growing and learning. I hope that this episode gives you the confidence to honour your boundaries.
Navigating Sex
November 18, 2021 17:51 - 17 minutes - 40.4 MBSho Genge! On this episode, I decided to take a deep dive into a topic that's quite intimate to me. In fact, to many people navigating sex is a highly personalised experience, and I thought to unpack mine for you guys. I hope this helps someone, somehow.
All Things Industry With Leo Lobelo
November 04, 2021 13:50 - 58 minutes - 83.6 MBSho Genge! For the first official episode of After School Is After School With Sis G.U. I was joined by my manager, Leo Lobelo who is also the founder of Section 9 Africa. In this episode, we are discussing our business partnership and how it is that we have navigated the entertainment industry.
Pilot
November 04, 2021 13:33 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBSho Genge, welcome to the first season of After School Is After School With Sis G.U! These are my thoughts regarding my podcast and journey to recording and publishing my first episode. I am excited for the conversations we are going have here.