What does it really take to thrive in a world that wasn’t designed for how your mind works?

In this episode of Endure Edge, I sit down with DJ Paul Angel for an honest, unfiltered conversation about autism, mental health, burnout, identity, and resilience. We explore what it means to live unmasked, to turn difference into strength, and to endure without losing yourself along the way.

This isn’t a clinical discussion. It’s a human one, about pressure, self-acceptance, creativity, and the courage it takes to keep going when fitting in was never an option.

If you’ve ever felt misunderstood, overwhelmed, or out of place, this conversation is for you.

In this episode, we sit down with Nkosi “The Rugby Guy”, a young man whose love for rugby goes far beyond the game.
Living with cerebral palsy, Nkosi has refused to let circumstance define him. Instead, he’s built a mindset rooted in passion, resilience, and belief, inspiring thousands through his journey, his energy, and his unwavering love for rugby.

This is a deep, honest conversation about overcoming limitations, finding purpose, and the power of attitude. We talk about Nkosi’s life growing up, the challenges people don’t see, unforgettable moments with rugby legends, and why mindset can matter more than physical ability. This episode isn’t just about rugby, it’s about the human spirit, perspective, and what’s possible when you refuse to quit.

Discipline isn’t built on race day.
It’s built in silence.

In this episode, we sit down with Sipho Marima, endurance runner, dreamer, and the mind behind the DIDURUN philosophy, for a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to turn a dream into something real.

Because dreams don’t manifest through wishful thinking.
They manifest through discipline.

Sipho breaks down how vision boards, belief, and intentional dreaming only matter when they’re backed by action. We talk about unseen hours, lonely miles, mental warfare, and the daily choices that separate dreamers who talk… from dreamers who do.

From lockdown breakthroughs to ultra-endurance lessons, this episode explores how manifestation isn’t magic, it’s showing up, staying consistent, and honouring the work when no one is watching.

If you’ve ever had a dream that felt bigger than your current reality, this conversation isn’t here to motivate you.

It’s here to remind you that dreams demand payment, and discipline is the currency.

We sit down with two 18-year-old students from Jeppe Boys High School who are leading their school’s mental health club and challenging the culture of silence around what boys go through.

We talk openly about the pressure to perform, the weight of academic expectations, bullying, and how stress shows up in an all-boys environment. The conversation also explores real-life challenges like social pressure around alcohol, drugs, gambling, and why so many young men struggle to ask for help when things feel overwhelming.

This isn’t about having all the answers. It’s about starting honest conversations, supporting each other, and changing how mental health is talked about among young men.

If you’re a student, parent, or educator, or anyone who wants to better understand the mental pressures facing teenage boys today, this is a conversation worth listening to️.

🎙️ Breaking the silence starts here.

⚠️ CONTENT WARNING:
This episode includes discussion of mental health struggles and suicide. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please consider reaching out to a trusted person or a professional support service in your country.

Discipline Over Darkness is a raw, honest conversation about what it takes to keep going when motivation disappears and life gets heavy.

In this episode, U.S. military veteran Joe Fleming opens up about identity, discipline, mental health, and rebuilding your life when everything feels uncertain. We talk about the inner battles most people never see, the cost of avoiding responsibility, and why real change doesn’t come from hype, it comes from consistent, uncomfortable action.

This isn’t a story about perfection.
It’s about resilience.
It’s about choosing structure over chaos, purpose over numbness, and discipline when darkness tries to take over.

If you’re starting a new year feeling behind, lost, or unsure of your direction, this conversation is for you.

A Little Christmas Magic to End the Year.

To wrap up our final episode of the year, we were lucky enough to welcome a very special guest into the studio, Santa Claus himself!

We talk laughs, reindeer, chimneys, and the magic of Christmas, while also sharing kind reminders about resilience, joy, and taking care of ourselves during a busy season.

A huge thank-you to Jesse Pretorius for bringing Santa to life and helping us end the year with warmth, smiles, and a little North Pole magic.

This episode is all about fun, kindness, and finishing the year strong, we hope it brings a smile to your face and some holiday cheer to your heart. ❤️🎄

In this episode of the Endure Edge Podcast, Jacques Wijtman sits down with Rachel “The Big Dog” Beaton to unpack the work, discipline, and mindset behind her rise in the running world. Known by many as a running influencer, Rachel breaks down what most people don’t see, the early mornings, the lonely miles, and the decision to train without a coach.

From her life before running, to conquering Comrades and earning back-to-back Bill Rowan finishes, this conversation dives deep into mental toughness, women’s mental health, and the power of community. Raw, honest, and unapologetic, this episode proves that grit beats talent when talent doesn’t show up.

In this episode, we sit down with Darren Thomas, Hyrox world champion, elite adaptive CrossFit athlete, and a man who has turned unimaginable adversity into unstoppable momentum. After an event that changed his life and left him in a wheelchair, Darren refused to let circumstance define his future. Instead, he rebuilt himself with grit, discipline, and a mindset forged under pressure.

We dive into the moment his competitive fire reignited, how he trains at a world-class level, the mental battles behind the physical ones, and what it really takes to rise when life hits hardest. This is more than a story about sport — it’s a masterclass in resilience, perspective, and human potential.

If you’ve ever faced adversity, struggled with identity, or needed proof that strength is a choice, this episode will hit home.