Normal is Over (The Movie)... Renée Scheltema

Award-winning filmmaker and producer Renée Scheltema spend 4 years to create a Feature Documentary with a focus on the big picture of why humans have inadvertently been putting our planet in peril: climate change, species extinction, the depletion of critical natural resources, and industrial control of our food production.

 

"I made this film for my children and all the generations to come"

- Renée Scheltema

With an open mind, she has been investigating the cause, symptoms, and more importantly: solutions for our problems.

 

 Watch the Trailer: Normal is Over

The film examines how our economic and financial system connects all these issues and offers solutions which could be implemented immediately.  "We need a new economic system," says Renée.

From practical everyday fixes to rethinking the overarching myths of our time, this film is intended to challenge viewers on many levels and most of all to offer hope. 

"The key to the future of the world is finding 

optimistic stories and sharing them"

Filming, producing and editing this film took Renée 4 years. Almost entirely self funded, this film is Renee’s gift to the world. Visit the website here

To listen to the interview with Renée just click play:

Thought of the Day:

Upcoming Events:

3-5 December

State Theatre 

Never before has a theatrical production applied such heartrending artistry in telling the truths of our history, whilst soliciting support the world over for our country`s freedom. An unprecedented historical and emotional experience awaits the South African people, for the first time on home soil: Amandla Cultural Ensemble: The Production.
 
Book your Amandla ticket here

 

A last word:

Two planets meet. The first one asks: "How are you?"
"Not so well", the second answered "I've got the Homo Sapiens."
"Don't worry," the other replied, "I had the same. That won't last long."

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#iStart2SingCenturion - The Experience

Multicultural Magic at its best! A night to remember. A night that left one with renewed feelings of hope for a better world. It will stay with you for a long time to come ...

"What an experience to share the stage with Pops Mohamed, Poorvi Bhana, Ashish Joshi, Herman Steyn and Dehan von Solms last night. Liela Groenewald also made a stunning guest appearance and Kabous Meiring was her wonderful self as MC. Thanks Pierre du Toit for putting the show together. Personal highlight: To do the Brixton Moord & Roof Orkes song "Spoed" with Ashish Joshi on percussion. Lekker!" - Andries Roof Bezuidenhout

"Musiek het die vermoë om jou menswees te verander. As jy altyd na dieselfde soort musiek luister, verander min - of niks. Dit is waar die krag van iStart2 se "fusion" inkom. Ek stap nooit daar weg dieselfde mens nie. Dankie" 

- Francois Laubscher 

"iStart2Sing was heerlik! Vanaand het ek huis toe gery met hoop deur musiek vir Suid-Afrika" - Cindy Matthee

Upcoming iStart2 Radio Show

On Thursday at 17h30 we will be chatting to Renee Scheltema about the Official Worldwide Launch Date of the Film on November 23, 2015, one week before The UN Climate Talks in Paris. Tune in to the iStart2 Show on Radio Today.

She tackles the big picture of what’s happening to the planet through an environmental lens. Looking at the cause, the symptoms, and finding solutions where you would least expect them.

Watch the trailer here

Keep your dirty lights on ... Derek Jooste & Herringbone

Herringbone sends a clear message to society and mining companies specifically: 

  "Keep your dirty lights on"

"Through Art we can spread the Love" - Derek Jooste

On the iStart2 Show this week we chatted to Derek Jooste and members of the band, Herringbone. These young guys jammed in studio and shared wisdom on sustainability issues, the history of Bluegrass and their message to the world. 

Derek feels strongly about making an appeal to the rich, white people out there to support sustainability initiatives and community radio stations. His unique, dark sense of humour reflects in their song that relates to the evolution of mining in America. "However sustainable your domestic life may be, you have to think where your electricity comes from," says Richard English. Derek confirms this view about South African Mining companies: "If we have more honest mining we wouldn't be in the situation we are in." 

To listen to Herringbone's wit, wisdom and Bluegrass, just click play:

Thought of the Day:

See you at the iStart2Sing Show this weekend!
Saturday 21 November 2015

Book tickets at www.iStart2.com to get in.

Limited tickets available at the door.

Hope to see you there!

Pops en Pierre praat Prontuit met Kabous Meiring op Kyknet

"We want to give and share something that people don't know about. Suid Afrika is swanger op die oomblik. Ons moet geboorte gee aan mooi dinge" - Pops Mohamed praat Prontuit op Kyknet.

"Dis baie belangrik dat ons al die kulture bymekaar bring," seg Pops Mohamed in gesprek met Kabous Meiring. Pops, musikale ikoon van Suid Afrika is baie trots op die feit dat hy Afrikaans groot geword het. "Toe ek 'n klein laaitie was het ek baie boeremusiek gemaak" seg Pops. Hy glo ons moet twee tree terug gee: "You will never know where you are going to unless you know where you come from". 

"Ons moet trots word op ons eie identiteit" - Kabous Meiring, Prontuit op Kyknet.

 
As jy nou nog nie plan gemaak het om jou kaartjies te boek vir Saterdag 21 November se #iStart2Sing vertoning in Centurion nie, moet jy onmiddelik daai KredietKaart uitpluk en 'n booking maak op www.iStart2.com. Sal heerlik wees om jou daar te sien. 

Prontuit is repeated on Kyknet Channel 144 Thursday 19 November 2015 at 14h30.

Or Check it out here on youtube!

See you in Centurion this weekend!

Give me one reason ... Jolène Leeuwner- Maritz

Jolène Leeuwner- Maritz's mind is wired to wholeheartedly support the statement: “Why is patience a virtue? Hurry up should be a virtue."

Jolène, Winner of the South African Commerce & Industry's Women in Business Award, was our guest on the iStart2 Show this week. We chatted about sustainable businesses, her No Crime Culture Project and what it takes to be successful as a woman in business. 

"Without execution an idea is just an idea" 

- Jolène Leeuwner- Maritz

After matric Jolène enrolled for and obtained her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree at the University of Pretoria. She finished her articles and passed the Attorney Admission Exams, Conveyancing Exam and Notarial Exam.

Jolène is driven by Dopamine, Endorphins and the appreciation of well-served clients. Her biggest passion is to be part of the progression of our species and she is determined and committed to be a life long student for personal enrichment and to serve with distinction.


To listen to the show and one of her own songs, just click play:

Thought of the Day:

Upcoming events:

21 November 2015
iStart2Sing Show

With the promise of entertainment for all, the iStart2Sing Show will be a great night out for discerning music lovers. Artists like Pops Mohamed, Sipho Hotstix Mabuse, Ashish Joshi, Andries "Roof" Bezuidenhout from Brixton Moord & Roof Orkes, Poorvi Bhana, Femi Koya and Herman Steyn from the band Sheraaz are lined up to perform. Kabous Meiring, presenter of Prontuit on Kyknet, will MC the event.

Limited seats available. Book now at www.iStart2.com


3 - 5 December 2015  
Tshwane - State Theatre

Never before has a theatrical production applied such heartrending artistry in telling the truths of our history, whilst soliciting support the world over for our country`s freedom. An unprecedented historical and emotional experience awaits the South African people, for the first time on home soil: Amandla Cultural Ensemble: The Production. Book here

The Ten Best Things about Climate Change

1. Why pay for tattoos when melanoma's free?
2. No more pesky weeds. In fact, no more pesky plants.
3. Nile Encephalitis: not just for Egyptians anymore.
4. Furnaces convert easily into tornado shelters.
5. Helsinki: the new Riviera.
6. Middle East oil producers feel right at home— everywhere.
7. Golfers only need a putter and a sand wedge.
8. For those who can't get enough of global warming. One word: Venus.
9. Steaks, medium rare, on the hoof.
10. Three thongs and you're dressed!
  - by the authors of DEAD MARS, DYING EARTH

Please remember to do one thing this week to create a more sustainable world for all of us! Have fun! :-)

iStart2Sing Show in Centurion 21 November 2015

iStart2 Hub - Centurion
Join iStart2 in celebrating a collaboration of various cultures with Afrikaans at the iStart2 Hub in Centurion on 21 November 2015. The event aims to bring together some of our South African musical icons showcasing the magic that happens when different talents play music together.

With the promise of entertainment for all, the iStart2Sing Show will be a great night out for discerning music lovers. Artists like Pops Mohamed, Sipho Hotstix Mabuse, Ashish Joshi, Andries "Roof" Bezuidenhout from Brixton Moord & Roof Orkes, Poorvhi Bhana, Femi Koya and Herman Steyn from the band Sheraaz are lined up to perform. Kabous Meiring, presenter of Prontuit on Kyknet, will MC the event.

Get your ticket today at www.iStart2.com

Vukani! Wake up! ... Sonwabile Ndamase

"We are sitting on a time bomb" says Sonwabile Ndamase, CEO of Vukani and Executive President of SAFDA, well known as the designer of the Madiba Shirt. "We have been hiding behind the ethos of Ubuntu. We've got a dependency syndrome. Which country can really depend on free give-aways?"

"We must compete in the market place according to what we can deliver"
- Sonwabile Ndamase

Sonwabile is an innovator, creative thinker and visionary. Having had the opportunity to spend time with him on the iStart2 Show, he also overwhelmed us with his sense of humour - a humble man with heart and wisdom and his feet firmly planted on African soil. He is committed to growing the local fashion industry and has through a variety of organizations mentored the young guns of the African Diaspora fashion designers.

We chatted to Sonwabile about what he sees on the horizon in South Africa, the upcoming Vukani Fashion Awards and his passion for creating opportunities for young entrepreneurs. To listen to his views, just click play: 

Thought of the Day:

 

Upcoming Events: 21 November 2015

iStart2 Hub - Centurion 

Join iStart2 in celebrating a collaboration of various cultures with Afrikaans at the iStart2 Hub in Centurion on 21 November 2015. The event aims to bring together some of our South African musical icons showcasing the magic that happens when different musicians play music together. Top artists will join iStart2 Ambassador Pops Mohamed in embracing the spirit of solidarity and highlighting diversity and sustainability through music.  

“We need openness with other Afrikaans and indigenous speaking people if we are to grow and prosper in South Africa. If we know where we come from we will figure out where we are going to” says Pops Mohamed, Arts Director of iStart2.

With the promise of entertainment for all, the iStart2Sing Show will be a great night out for discerning music lovers. Artists like Pops Mohamed, Sipho Hotstix Mabuse, Ashish Joshi, Andries "Roof" Bezuidenhout from Brixton Moord & Roof Orkes, Poorvhi Bhana, Femi Koya and Herman Steyn from the band Sheraaz are lined up to perform. Kabous Meiring, presenter of Prontuit on Kyknet, will MC the event. 

Book your ticket at www.iStart2.com or at the iStart2 Hub on the day of the event. Limited seats available.

3 - 5 December 2015

Tshwane - State Theatre 
 
Never before has a theatrical production applied such heartrending artistry in telling the truths of our history, whilst soliciting support the world over for our country`s freedom. An unprecedented historical and emotional experience awaits the South African people, for the first time on home soil: Amandla Cultural Ensemble: The Production. Book here

The iStart2 Radio Show on Radio Today:
Pierre du Toit and Keitu Gwangwa host the iStart2 Show on Thursdays at 17h30 (GMT+2). Radio Today broadcasts on 1485AM in Johannesburg and nationally on DSTV audio channel 869. Radio Today also streams on its website www.1485.org.za and on 1485.mobi. 

Radio Today the station that cares. Radio that delivers!

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