Episode 3: Confidence, resilience and the creative career 15 Aug 2025 Listen Now on your preferred platform ABOUT THE EPISODE From the myth of the “starving artist” to tales of tortured poets and painters, history has long romanticised the idea of creatives suffering for their art. Today, we understand mental health better — but in an unpredictable world, creative work can still take a toll. When your craft demands deep self-expression, criticism can feel personal. Add to that the weight of imposter syndrome, creative blocks, and the pressures of social media, and the struggle becomes all too familiar. In this episode, we sit down with award-winning creatives Neo Mashigo and Faatimah Mohamed-Luke to unpack these challenges, share personal insights, and explore how to build resilience, confidence, and a healthier creative life. MEET THE HOST LERATO SOKHULU @rapunzulu A magnetic presence on stage and behind the mic, Lerato Sokhulu brings over a decade of experience in radio and television production, comedy and voice artistry. As the host of Creative Allies she blends storytelling, wit and an authentic love for culture and craft. Armed with an infectious laugh and an eccentric yet down-to-earth style she is on her way to becoming a renowned broadcaster. CAROL WILLIAMS @caroljoywilliamshttps://www.caroljoywilliams.com/ Carol is a podcast producer, composer, and co-founder of one of SA’s first creative audio agencies, The Stellar Effect. With a background in music therapy and sound design, she blends technical skill with emotional depth to create immersive, human-centred audio experiences. Now at content agency 2Stories, she helps brands tell powerful stories through branded podcasts. MEET THE GUESTS NEO MASHIGO @mashigomashego Neo Mashigo is the Chief Creative Officer at M&C Saatchi and co-founder of I See A Different You, a Soweto-born creative collective on a mission to change the world’s view of Africa. He is the Chairman of the Creative Circle and former Chairman of the Loeries, with a career decorated by numerous accolades -including a coveted Grand Prix at the Cannes Lions Festival of Creativity. FAATIMAH MOHAMED-LUKE @lucky_lady_lukehttps://www.mrsandmrluke.com Cape Town-based creative Faatimah Mohamed-Luke is the founding partner of the designer brand adam&eve. After a successful career in fashion, she shifted her focus to art and interior design, working with plastic blocks to craft striking large-scale wall installations. Her work has been widely exhibited and recognised with awards, and she uses her voice as an active social media activist to champion creativity and community.
