Creative Allies

V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance
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Creatives who live their art deserve to be heard. This is the philosophy behind Creative Allies, a podcast from the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance programme. Experienced creatives are invited to share their stories as a gesture of allyship to up-and-coming talent, lending their support and encouragement. Performers, poets, directors, designers and more give their advice on everything from finding funding and developing your practice to setting boundaries and handling tax as a freelancer. Hosted by Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams, and produced by the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance in collaboration with 2Stories.

  1. 12/12/2025 · BONUS

    Bonus episode: Letters to our younger selves with Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams

    In each of the previous episodes, we have asked the guests to write a letter to their younger selves and read it for our listeners. In this special bonus episode, we hear what the hosts of Creative Allies, Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams, would say to the past versions of themselves. In heartfelt and encouraging messages, Lerato and Carol give advice on how to weather challenges, celebrate the journey, and value rest in order to keep creating. Join the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaf9cENAojYofiLOcP2b Discover more about the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance programme and subscribe to our mailer: https://www.waterfront.co.za/artist-alliance-live-art-be-heard/ Find Carol Williams on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caroljoywilliams/ Find Lerato Sokhulu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lerato-sokhulu-46347418/ · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    8 min
  2. Hot Take: Josh Prinsloo on building a creative community

    09/12/2025 · BONUS

    Hot Take: Josh Prinsloo on building a creative community

    What can improve your mental health, boost your creativity, and connect you to work opportunities? Songwriter-producer Josh Prinsloo says it's all about finding community. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    2 min
  3. Letter to my younger self with Josh Prinsloo and Nyambo MasaMara

    05/12/2025

    Letter to my younger self with Josh Prinsloo and Nyambo MasaMara

    In each episode, we ask the guests to write a letter to their younger selves. What would you say to the past version of you. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    3 min
  4. Hot Take: Nyambo MasaMara on culture and creativity

    02/12/2025 · BONUS

    Hot Take: Nyambo MasaMara on culture and creativity

    How do you find your tribe? You need to be yourself to make sure they can find you, says Nyambo MasaMara, the multi-disciplinary artist, fabric and fashion designer. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    3 min
  5. Growing a community of allies with Joshua Prinsloo and Nyambo MasaMara

    28/11/2025

    Growing a community of allies with Joshua Prinsloo and Nyambo MasaMara

    🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒💞 Belonging is a human need. Throughout our history, community has been the glue that holds people together. And nowhere is that more true than in creative spaces, where we can feel free to express who we really are. But where can we find like-minded folks? And why do connections matter so much? To help us explore the value of community, we’ve invited multidisciplinary artist and fashion designer Nyambo MasaMara, and songwriter-producer Joshua Prinsloo, also known as Fruit Vendor, to share their stories. 🖇️ Join the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance WhatsApp Channel: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vaf9cENAojYofiLOcP2b Discover more about the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance programme and subscribe to our mailer: https://www.waterfront.co.za/artist-alliance-live-art-be-heard/ Find Joshua Prinsloo on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaprinsloo/?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww%2Egoogle%2Ecom%2F&originalSubdomain=za Listen to Joshua Prinsloo on Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/fruitfarm Follow Fruit Vendor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_fruit_vendor/?hl=en Visit the MASA MARA website: https://www.masamara.co.za/masa-mara Follow Nyambo MasaMara on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/masamara.art/?hl=en Read more about Nyambo MasaMara on Latitudes: https://latitudes.online/artists/nyambo_masamara?srsltid=AfmBOopTQUsKs6vstWiTqJmf-tSCKD3KI3xJ3BcTyr8qojgQ5CCBARLF · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    54 min
  6. Hot Take: Brendan Murray on navigating financial fluctuations as a creative

    25/11/2025 · BONUS

    Hot Take: Brendan Murray on navigating financial fluctuations as a creative

    How do you hold onto money, when you start earning? And how do you find community and and keep creative when you're not earning? Learn from the experience of award-winning performer Brendan Murray. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    5 min
  7. Letter to my younger self with Fezeka Mkhabela and Brendan Murray

    21/11/2025 · BONUS

    Letter to my younger self with Fezeka Mkhabela and Brendan Murray

    In each episode, we ask the guests to write a letter to their younger selves. What would you say to the past version of you? Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    6 min
  8. Hot Take: Fezeka Mkhabela on how to fund projects

    18/11/2025 · BONUS

    Hot Take: Fezeka Mkhabela on how to fund projects

    To get funding, it's not only about the strength of your idea – there's a code you need to crack. Film producer and director Fezeka Mkhabela shares more. Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts. · · V&A Waterfront Instagram

    5 min
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Creatives who live their art deserve to be heard. This is the philosophy behind Creative Allies, a podcast from the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance programme. Experienced creatives are invited to share their stories as a gesture of allyship to up-and-coming talent, lending their support and encouragement. Performers, poets, directors, designers and more give their advice on everything from finding funding and developing your practice to setting boundaries and handling tax as a freelancer. Hosted by Lerato Sokhulu and Carol Williams, and produced by the V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance in collaboration with 2Stories.

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  • Creator
    V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    44
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © V&A Waterfront Artist Alliance
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