Where resilience meets real life
We dive deep into the minds and stories of those who push boundaries and defy limits, from elite athletes and driven entrepreneurs to soulful musicians and everyday warriors.
Francois Hougaard: When the Jersey Comes Off
10 November 2026
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Athletes, musicians, psychologists, broadcasters and people you have never heard of with stories you will not forget.
- Sam Lehoko
- Chad Le Clos
- Adam Lipschitz
- James Starkey
- Ryno Griesel
- Gavin Edwards
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- Dale Schnettler
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- Nikita Ghisleni
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- Julian Short
- Darren Thomas
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- Sibusiso Kotelo
- Nkosi the Rugby Guy
- DJ Paul Angel
- Sipho Marima
- Joe Fleming
- Rachel Beaton
- Goffy The Wolfess
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Each episode features candid conversations with inspiring guests who share their journeys of triumph, struggle, and everything in between. We are not here for surface-level talk. We go deeper.
We talk about what it takes to endure, what it means to stay grounded, and how our minds play the most powerful role in shaping our lives.
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Whether you are chasing your own goals, navigating mental health challenges, or simply looking for real stories that resonate, The Endure Edge is your space.
It is more than a podcast. It is a movement built on honesty, strength and connection.
Meet the founder and host
Jacques Wijtman is an endurance athlete and passionate mental health advocate who knows what it truly means to fight through the dark. A recovering gambling addict with over seven years of sobriety, Jacques brings raw honesty, lived experience, and unwavering empathy to every conversation.
Through his own battles and breakthroughs, Jacques discovered the power of vulnerability and the importance of storytelling in healing. The Endure Edge was born from that vision, to create a platform where others can share, connect, and grow without judgment.
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