Khosi and Dave Have a Podcast

District 9's Jason Cope: What It Really Took to Become a Seven-Foot Alien, And District 10?

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0200

South African actor and creator Jason Cope joins us for one of the most fascinating conversations we’ve had on the show.

From growing up as a magician in Cape Town, performing escape routines with Stuart Taylor, and hustling on the streets of London with nothing but a deck of cards — all the way to developing and performing the role of Christopher Johnson in District 9 — Jason’s journey is bold, unexpected, and wildly inspiring.

In this episode, we talk about:

His early years in magic and comedy
Street performing in London (including sleeping in the snow and doing magic on the Circle Line)
How humour became a defence mechanism at an all-boys school
The month-long physical and character development process behind Christopher Johnson
Working with Sharlto Copley and Neil Blomkamp
How District 9 changed his life
The accident that paused his acting career for two years
His shift into engineering and building large-scale renewable energy projects
And yes… we talk District 10 rumours

If you love filmmaking, performance craft, personal reinvention, or South African creative stories — this one will stay with you.

🎙️ This is Khosi and Dave Have a Podcast — real conversations, good energy, and guests who inspire us.

What I Tell My Kids About Being Themselves: Lessons from the Learner Husband Himself – Stuart Taylor

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0200

Our guest this week, Stuart Taylor — one of South Africa’s most loved comedians — takes us through decades of comedy, life, and relationships. From building a career on stage to navigating the joys and challenges of marriage and parenthood, Stuart shares how personal experiences shape his comedy and his perspective on life.

In this episode:

The early days of South African comedy and how fresh voices found their audience

Turning life experiences — marriage, parenting, and societal moments — into material that resonates.

The creative journey behind shows like Odd Man Out, Techni-Coloured, and Bespoke.

Lessons from live audiences, hecklers, and testing material in real time.

Reflections on relationships, partnership, and the “Learner Husband” experience.

Why South Africans have a unique ability to find humour in adversity.

Links:

Learner Husband: Kurt Schoonraad on Cross-Cultural Love & Teen Parenting

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UboZXaXpzRk

Stuart Taylor - Odd Man Out Tickets

The Baxter Cape Town 13 to 15 November 2025

https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1572249447

Theatre on the Square JHB 18 to 23 November 2025

https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1570702202

MENstruation Foundation – End Period Poverty

https://menstruation.foundation

The Advice Suzy Eddie Izzard Gave Sophie Joans over Drunk Pancakes at Edinburgh Fringe

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0200

South African theatre is winning international awards and making waves at global festivals — and few artists embody that bold, boundary-pushing spirit like Sophie Joans.

In this episode of Khosi and Dave Have a Podcast, Sophie shares the unforgettable advice she received from Suzy Eddie Izzard over drunk pancakes at the Edinburgh Fringe, and the wild adventure of joining a Russian circus in Mauritius that changed the course of her life.

From Cape Town’s theatre scene to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Sophie dives into the rise of South African comedy and theatre, why it continues to win acclaim abroad, and how clowning, parody, and risk-taking can spark cultural shifts.

🎭 Why South African theatre keeps winning global awards

🤡 How Joining a Russian Circus in Mauritius Changed Sophie Joans’ Life

🥞 Suzy Eddie Izzard’s late-night advice at the Fringe

🌍 Clowns for adults?

This is a hilarious, inspiring, and truly one-of-a-kind conversation with one of South Africa’s most exciting voices in comedy and theatre.

👉 Subscribe for more interviews with South African comedians, actors, and cultural icons.

Photo Credits:

Links:

Khosianddave.com

@sparkinthedarksa

https://www.instagram.com/sparkinthedarksa/?hl=en

@solo_joans

https://www.instagram.com/solo_joans/?hl=en

Futurist Bronwyn Williams on the Privilege Apocalypse: The Global Shift No One’s Talking About

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0200

AI isn’t just changing technology — it’s rewriting the rules of work, wealth, and opportunity.

In this episode of Khosi and Dave Have a Podcast, futurist Bronwyn Williams, co-author of Survive the AI Apocalypse: A Guide for Solutionists, unpacks:

The Privilege Apocalypse and how global power is shifting

How AI will disrupt traditional careers — and which skills will still matter

Why defining your unique value is critical in a world of constant change

Practical steps to adapt, thrive, and lead through disruption

🎁 GIVEAWAY:

We’re giving away a copy of "Survive the AI Apocalypse: A Guide for Solutionists" By Bronwyn Williams and Sharon Pearce!

To enter: Find our channel and Comment on the video with your thoughts on this episode or what excites you most about the future of AI.

🕒 Deadline: Enter by 2 November 2025

Eligibility: Winner must be a resident of South Africa.

🎲 The winner will be chosen at random from the comments and announced on our Socials on the 3rd of November.

Good luck — can’t wait to see your thoughts!

Facing 50-Foot Waves with Big Wave Surfer Matt Bromley

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0200

This week on Khosi and Dave Have a Podcast, we sit down with Matt Bromley, one of the world’s most inspiring big wave surfers. Matt takes us deep into the mindset it takes to paddle into 50-foot monsters, sharing how he transforms fear into excitement and why committing fully — in surfing and in life — is the only way forward.

We dive into:

The terrifying moment before you take off on a massive wave.

Matt’s mindset hacks to overcome fear and anxiety.

How he’s using surfing to mentor youth in Ocean View, Cape Town.

The sacrifices his family makes to support his career.

Lessons on vulnerability, purpose, and why talking about our struggles matters.

Matt’s story isn’t just about surfing — it’s about courage, faith, and finding purpose in the most dangerous conditions on earth.

📍 Recorded live at our friends Studio Bo in Cape Town. https://www.studiobo.io/

🌊 Learn more about Matt and his work at https://www.mattbromleysurf.com

🎥 Special thanks to Michal Malek, Pete O'Donogue, and Rich Poulton for the use of their cameras.

🎙 Sound by Richard Vossgatter.

🎞 Video by Sharon Waugh.

For more info go to http://khosianddave.com/

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Siv Ngesi Uncensored: Comedy, Politics & Periods

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:00:00 +0200

For our very first episode, we sit down with the one and only Siv Ngesi — award-winning comedian, actor, producer, and unapologetic truth-teller. Known for his bold personality and ability to spark meaningful conversations, Siv takes us on a wild ride through laughter, loss, and lessons learned along the way.

From his early years to his rise in the entertainment world, Siv shares how he’s navigating life after turning 40, the power of collaboration, and why it’s okay not to be okay. We dive into his trailblazing work with the Menstruation Foundation, his fearless takes on South African politics, and why he believes we all have a role to play in creating real change. We explore generational differences, how social media has shaped Gen Z, and the importance of perspective when facing life’s ups and downs.

This conversation is raw, hilarious, and deeply human — setting the tone for everything we hope this podcast will be: real stories, big laughs, and conversations that inspire.

Links and resources:

Follow Siv on Instagram: @sivngesi
Learn more about our podcast at http://khosianddave.com
Support our cause for this season: https://menstruation.foundation