Hosted by Music Exchange founder Martin Myers, this weekly half-hour segment delivers insights into the minds and careers of award-winning creatives, with a strong focus on the business side of the creative industry.
According to the station, each episode is a candid, focussed conversation between Myers and a creative in the music, theatre, design, sports or media marketing space.
Myers says the conversations are always focussed on being entertaining and inspirational, peppered with true stories, first-person accounts and invaluable tips from the people who've made a successful living from their craft.
"We bring key executives and trailblazers onto the station to delve into every aspect of their entertainment business reality. Previous guests have included Dr Trevor Jones, a global film composer, Marc Marot, former managing director of Island Records and Jason Grishkoff, founder of SubmitHub," says Myers.
"We will ultimately unpack what it takes to make a living in this space," adds Myers.
CapeTalk station manager Tessa van Staden says CapeTalk is passionate about supporting creatives.
"Artists, musicians, sculptors, performers, directors and authors hold a mirror to society to reflect who and what we are," adds van Staden. "They play one of the most difficult and important functions, often without the necessary backing and resources."
"This segment always shares practical tips for those starting in the industry. The Business of Entertainment hopes to inspire our audience while championing those who have paved a way in the sector," van Staden says.
According to the segment, the guests have been outstanding, starting with Dr Trevor Jones, who also gifted the opening and closing music from one of his film scores, for the show. The segment has thanked each and every guest who gave of their time and wisdom, including:
- Suzanne Ackerman
- Marc Marot
- Siphokazi Jonas
- Jeremy Loops
- Michael Yormark
- Jason Curtis
- Jarrod Aston
- Jason Grishkoff
- John Fishlock
- Wouter Kellerman
- Duncan Cruickshank
- Lesley Wells
- John Fishlock
- Nick Dall
- Roy Harman
- Robert Plummer
- Sipho Hotstix Mabuse
- Ryan Vrede
- Billy Monama
- Ian Martin
- Dr Rachel Adams
- Dr Stephen van der Merwe, and
- Shakatak.
A special thanks has been made to producers Barry Mare and Brett Kannemeyer, and to Casey Barclay who does the weekly poster designs for each guest. A mention has also gone to Tessa van Staden, who saw the vision and ran with the work.
Individuals are encouraged to tune into the Business of Entertainment every Thursday at 21:00. All the podcasts are loaded on the Cape Talk website on the podcast page.