Coffee Charged Conversations

Mike Johnston

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Meaningful Conversations Over a Cup of Coffee

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How I Gained and Lost 25kg on Purpose | Weight Loss Transformation

He intentionally gained 25kg in 120 days, then gave himself 120 days to lose it all again. In this episode of Coffee Charged Conversations, online weight loss coach Kopano Mokhele shares the story behind the Sdudla Sgora Challenge, one of the boldest weight loss transformation journeys you’ll hear about. He deliberately built unhealthy habits to gain the weight, then set out to lose it again without relying on gym, extreme dieting, or supplements, showing a very different approach to sustainable weight loss. What makes this story so remarkable is how far he was willing to push himself to understand the process from both sides. Kopano opens up about the real physical and mental toll the challenge took, and why going through it gave him a deeper understanding of the people he coaches every day. More than anything, this was his way of proving that he truly practices what he preaches, while showing what real weight loss, healthy habits, and long-term change can look like in everyday life. We also get into some of the biggest conversations around weight loss and healthy living today, including walking for weight loss, stress eating, Ozempic, Ozempic side effects, and why so many people still chase quick fixes and ways to lose weight fast instead of building habits that actually last. Even if you know the result, the real story is everything Kopano had to put himself through to get there, and that’s what makes this episode so compelling.

31 min
26 MAR

Nutrition Myths, Gut Health, and What Actually Matters | Aziwe Booi

Our health is everything, but most people are getting this wrong. In this episode of Coffee Charged Conversations, I sit down with dietician Aziwe Booi from Health with Azi to unpack some of the biggest nutrition myths around weight loss, healthy eating and what actually works. We talk about gut health, sugar intake, ultra-processed foods and intermittent fasting, plus how what you eat affects your energy, focus and day-to-day performance. If you’re trying to eat healthier but feel overwhelmed by all the advice online, this conversation helps you simplify things and focus on what really matters.

28 min
12 MAR

The Hard Truth About Building Something Great | Nick Scher

Nick Scher is the founder of 1701, a luxury nougat brand that started from a homemade recipe and grew into something far bigger. At 24, Nick walked away from his dream of becoming a professional golfer to build a business of his own. In this episode, he opens up about what that journey has really looked like over the past 10 years. We speak about sacrifice, self-doubt, the lonely side of entrepreneurship, and the hard truths that come with trying to build something meaningful. Nick also shares what helped 1701 stand out, why customer experience matters so much, the best advice he’s ever received, and the 3 things he believes life is all about. This is an honest conversation for anyone trying to build something, grow through uncertainty, and stay true to themselves along the way.

32 min
26 FEB

How Dylan Naidoo Won the Investec SA Open

SA Open Champion Dylan Naidoo returns ahead of the 115th Investec SA Open at Stellenbosch Golf Club and opens up about what it really takes to win. In this episode of Coffee Charged Conversations, Dylan breaks down the mindset behind winning the Investec SA Open, standing over the final putt, qualifying for The Open Championship, and handling pressure on the biggest stages in golf. If you want to understand how champions think and how elite athletes prepare mentally, this conversation goes deeper than highlights #InvestecSAOpen #SAOpen2026 #DylanNaidoo #GolfMindset #GolfPodcast #DPWorldTour #StellenboschGolfClub #TheOpenChampionship #AthleteMindset #GolfLife #GolfSouthAfrica #SunshineTour #Golf #GolfSouthAfrica

29 min
12 FEB

From A Limpopo Village to Traveling The World | Vongani Maimele

As a child growing up in Ka-Majosi, a small village in Limpopo, Vongani Maimele dreamed of writing a book and traveling the world. To many around him, those dreams sounded impossible. Life was tough. He often felt neglected, sometimes went without food, and spent long periods away from his parents. Art became his escape, from colouring books to drawing Pokémon and Dragon Ball Z characters. His journey took him from selling hand-drawn portraits for R50 to working on cruise ships with Park West Gallery, one of the largest art dealers in the world. In just 9 months, Vongani has traveled to 34 countries and published his own book. This conversation explores belief, patience, and how a dream can slowly take shape, even when you don’t know where to start. If this story resonates with you, share it with someone who needs it. #CoffeeChargedConversations #VonganiMaimele #InspiringLifeStory #SuccessStory #ArtJourney #TravelStory #FollowYourDream #SouthAfricanPodcast #FromImpossibleToPossible #ParkWestGallery

25 min
29 JAN

Embracing Fear: Garreth McLellan on Extreme Ownership and Mastering Emotions

In this episode of Coffee Charged Conversations, former UFC fighter and two-time EFC middleweight champion Garreth McLellan opens up about how his relationship with fear has shaped his mindset, his discipline, and the way he handles pressure. He reflects on the moments that tested him most, the lessons fighting taught him, and how those experiences continue to influence his life today. We also speak about Dricus du Plessis, the power of self-belief, and believing in yourself long before anyone else does. Garreth also shares why learning to deal with your emotions early, before they turn into bigger problems, has been a crucial part of his growth. This conversation goes beyond sport. It’s about resilience, self-belief, and the quiet commitment to getting 1% better each day.

30 min
15 JAN

Being a Guest on My Podcast

For the first time, I’m a guest on my own podcast. I speak about a time in my life when I felt lost, and how starting this podcast helped me find my voice and discover my purpose. We also talk about the impact running marathons has had on my life, and why I continue to push myself to be better.

28 min
04/12/2025

Inside South Africa’s World Cup Final: Mindset, Underdogs and the Future of Women’s Cricket

South Africa reached their third consecutive Cricket World Cup final, and Bongani Ndaba, fielding coach for the South Africa Women’s Cricket team, joins me to share what really happened behind the scenes. We speak about the mindset going into the World Cup final, how the team handled the pressure, and why South Africans thrive as the underdog on the world stage. Bongani reflects on Laura Wolvaardt’s leadership, the key performances that stood out, and the rapid rise of women’s cricket in South Africa. He takes us through his journey from being a baggage master in 2010 to coaching in a World Cup final, and we close with the impact of the Betway SA20, the growth of the SA20 League, and what it’s like working with the Pretoria Capitals. If you love sport, mindset, and South African cricket, this episode is for you.

33 min

Meaningful Conversations Over a Cup of Coffee

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Mike Johnston
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

55
Rating

Explicit
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