The Story Behind Pat on Brands Podcast.

Pat on Brands was founded by entrepreneur and marketing expert Pat Mahlangu as a platform to put African brands, youth, and storytelling at the centre of the conversation. What started as a brand consultancy and media platform has grown into a multi-format voice for brand discovery across the continent.

The Pat on Brands (POB) Podcast launched to deepen those conversations, hosted by Pat Mahlangu together with co-host Mpumi Satsha. Episodes feature engaging conversations, insightful interviews, and in-depth discussions on brands, marketing, entrepreneurship, and youth culture. Every episode is recorded on video first, then released across audio platforms, so the full experience lives on YouTube

Latest Episode

How Makro Is winning modern consumers | Langa Khanyile

 Pat Mahlangu sits down with Langa Khanyile to explore his journey in marketing and how Makro continues to evolve in a rapidly changing retail landscape.

Recent Episodes

The future of Mobile is Flexible | Ernst Fonternel

Pat Mahlangu sits down with Ernst Fonternel, Chief Consumer Officer at MTN South Africa, to unpack the thinking behind Pi by MTN and how it is transforming the industry.

How BP is redefining convenience | Nokwanda Khumalo GM: BP South Africa

Pat Mahlangu sits down with Nokwanda Khumalo from BP South Africa to discuss her journey into marketing, her passion for youth development.

From Marketing to Mindfulness | Kanchana Moodliar on Building Mind Matter

Pat Mahlangu sits down with Kanchana Moodliar to unpack her journey from the world of marketing and global brands to entrepreneurship.

Our Introduction

We Are Professional Podcaster for Podcast

Pat on Brands is a niche industry platform built to influence the people who shape brands, culture, and commercial decisions in Africa. Through the podcast, we bring you long-form conversations with founders, CMOs, marketers, and creators who are building the future of African business.

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Podcast Episodes

Our Values

Helpfull

We create content and conversations that are useful, not fluffy. Every episode is designed to give you ideas, frameworks, and stories you can apply to your own brand or business.

Learner

We approach every conversation with curiosity. Our goal is to keep learning—from guests, from audiences, and from the shifts happening in markets and culture.

Quality

We care about how the show looks, sounds, and feels. From guest selection to editing, we aim for a level of quality that respects our guests and our audience’s time.

Our Podcasters

Pat on Brands is home to a growing community of hosts, creators, and collaborators who bring the podcast to life. From core hosts to guest curators and production partners, each person adds a unique voice and perspective.

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Pat Mahlangu

Host & Founder

Entrepreneur and marketing expert behind Pat on Brands. Leads conversations on brand strategy, marketing, and African business.

 

Mpumi Satsha

Co-Host

Brings sharp questions and cultural insight. Helps unpack how brands connect with youth, culture, and everyday consumers.

 

What People Say

“Pat on Brands is one of the few platforms in Africa that consistently puts brand building, youth, and real business stories at the centre. The podcast is a natural extension of that.”
Industry Guest
CMO, Major Brand
“Pat and Mpumi ask the questions other hosts skip. You get the strategy, the mistakes, and the mindset behind the brands.”
Brand Strategist
Creative Director
“The conversations are deep but practical. You walk away with ideas you can apply to your own brand or business the next day.”
Marketing Leader
Agency Founder
“The link between the podcast, the Top 16 YOBA Awards, and the Pat on Brands platform is powerful. It feels like a movement, not just a show.”
Media Founder
Content Creator
“If you’re building a brand in Africa, this is required listening—and watching. The YouTube episodes give you the full context and energy of the room.”
Young Entrepreneur
Top 16 YOBA Nominee
“Pat on Brands has become a trusted voice for anyone serious about brands, culture, and commerce in Africa.”
Senior Marketer
Corporate Brand Lead