In this raw and fearless conversation, Prof Carol-Ann Benn, one of South Africa’s leading breast-cancer surgeons, opens up about the fight against fear, misinformation, and the system itself.

From what women really need to do when they find a lump, to why courage is the most powerful form of medicine, this episode dives deep into truth, science, and survival.

This is not just about breast cancer. It’s about endurance, humanity, and the power to keep showing up.

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Boyd Allen, one of South Africa’s most versatile and respected combat athletes. From dominating the EFC cage to reinventing himself in the boxing ring, and now shaping the next generation at Apex Gym, Boyd’s journey is a masterclass in discipline, evolution, and warrior mindset.

We dive deep into:

* The mindset shift from MMA champion to professional boxer
* Building Apex Gym and developing future champions
* Training philosophies, mental toughness, and fighter psychology
* The current state of South African boxing & MMA
* The rise of Dricus du Plessis and the world-title path of Kevin Lerena
* What SA fighters need to break through globally
* The legacy Boyd is carving — beyond titles and belts

This is a raw, honest, and inspiring conversation about growth, resilience, and fighting for purpose, not just victory. Whether you’re a fighter, a fan, or someone chasing your own next level, this episode hits heavy.

Tune in. Take notes. Step into the arena.

Born into chaos, raised by love, and shaped by two worlds. Lucky Du Plessis’s story is one of resilience, identity, and redemption. In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Lucky opens up about growing up as a Black man with an Afrikaans surname, navigating the pain and beauty of adoption, and finding purpose through struggle.

We dive deep into what it means to belong, to rebuild yourself from the ground up, and to turn trauma into strength. From the heartbreak of being lost as a child to the discipline of running and the fight for mental clarity, this is a journey about claiming your story and owning your name.

This episode is more than an interview, it’s a reminder that where you come from doesn’t define where you’re going.