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Debt Review With Dummies Intuitive Discussion (Episode 1)
The Dummies get to speak to special guests Maya Fisher-French, Tiaan Hattingh & Casper le Grange about the current state of the economy and debt review. A special collaborative video […]
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Episode 42: Christopher Had to Fight Drug & Gambling Addiction to Make a Success of Debt Review
The Dummies speak to Christopher who had to fight powerful addictions and get loansharks off his back to turn his life around. Debt review had such an impact on him […]
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Episode 41 [Legends] Justin Van Der Linde
The Dummies got to sit down with industry legend and all round nice guy Mr Justin Van Der Linde. He shares stories about his childhood dreams, waves a magic wand […]
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Episode 39 [Legends] Muhammed Laher (Part 1)
In this 2 part interview, the Dummies speak to industry legend Muhammed Laher. In Part One they discuss football and fast cars and Mo’s experiences at Summit, African Bank and […]
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Episode 40 [Legends] Muhammed Laher (Part 2)
In this 2 part interview, the Dummies speak to industry legend Muhammed Laher. In Part Two the Dummies pick up the interview by discussing Muhammed’s move to ABSA, developing a […]
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Episode 38: Sceptical Monti Eventually Told Her Sister She Must Try Debt Review
When life suddenly changed and medical bills got added to runaway building expenses Monti eventually decided to look into debt review. She was sceptical at first. The Dummies chat to […]
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Episode 37: Luyanda Didn’t Want to Get Involved With Debt Review
Luyanda had fallen in with Loan Sharks after his divorce and even had to sell his car but it was still not enough. Then, his sister told him about debt […]
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Episode 36: [Legends] Mr Benay Sager
The Dummies launch Season 2 with a chat with industry heavyweight and all round good guy, Mr Benay Sager. They chat about how debt review has benefited consumers, credit providers […]
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Episode 35: End of Season One (& EZ Debt)
The Dummies chat about their favourite highlights of season 1 of the podcast. They also catch up with 2 members of the EZ Debt team and talk about what they […]
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Episode 34: A Single Mom Just Trying To Get Her Kids Through School
The Dummies chat to a smart consumer who reached out for help when things were tough. She did some homework first to make sure it was not a scam and […]
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Episode 33: Liza’s Family Business Was Going Through Tough Times
Liza’s family business was hard hit by the pandemic and other factors. She was really smart when times got tough and entered debt review to save her home. Unfortunately, someone later […]
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Episode 32: Loami Stood Surety For Family, Then Things Went Wrong
The Dummies get to speak to a smart consumer who was thrust into a tough situation. Fortunately, debt review was there to help out. It took time but she is […]
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Episode 31: What are you doing on the 18th Oct? (Short)
The dummies chat about their plans for the 18th of October. Thanks to the Debt Review Awards for making this possible.
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Episode 30: [Legends] Denise Hartley
The Dummies get to speak with industry legend Denise Hartley about her journey with debt review. We discuss her background, the early days of debt review, how things have changed […]
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Episode 29: Scammers Asked Velly for R20 000 to get out of Debt Review
The Dummies chat to Velly who dealt with various scammers who offered to remove the debt review flag at the credit bureaus. Fortunately, he eventually talked to a proper NCR […]
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Episode 27 [Legends] Mel Da Silva Part 1
The Dummies get a chance to speak to Mel Da Silva who was one of the very first debt counsellors back in 2007. In fact, they hear about how he […]
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Episode 28 [Legends] Mel Da Silva – Part 2
[Part 2] For Part 1 head [HERE] The Dummies continue their chat with industry legend, Mel Da Silva. They also get to chat to Saishen Krishnan the head of Hyphen Payment […]
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Episode 26: Ms J Made a Choice to Keep On Going
Debt review is tough and life can be hard. In this episode, the Dummies speak to Ms J who left them in tears and amazement at her positive attitude. Thank […]
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Episode 25: [Legends] Paul Slot
The Dummies get to chat with debt counselling legend Mr Paul Slot who was part of the birth (and growth) of debt review. We ask him all about what things […]
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Episode 24: People Told Janine Not To Go For Debt Review. She Did Anyway
The Dummies get to chat with Janine who was told not to go for debt review by people who did not really know her. Then her friend told her that […]
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Episode 23: Hannelie Didn’t Do Her Homework, But She Got Lucky
The Dummies get to speak to Hannelie who says she jumped into debt review without looking. Fortunately for her, she just happened to find a good Debt Counsellor. Listen to […]
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Episode 22: Nadia is Already Pretty Smart (Short)
The Dummies decide to bring in some back up for upcoming episodes. So, they went looking for a fellow dummy. They chat with Nadia who it turns out is pretty […]
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Episode 20: Maya Fisher-French (Part 1)
The Dummies learn a few things from one of the smartest consumer and financial rights people out there, Maya Fisher-French, who you probably know from Maya on Money. Listen to […]
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Episode 21: Maya Fisher-French (Part 2)
The Dummies learn a few things from one of the smartest consumer and financial rights people out there, Maya Fisher-French, who you probably know from Maya on Money. (Check out […]
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Episode 19: Cass Was A New Mom With Too Much Debt
Cass had a NEW baby, NEW car and NEW house and was living off her credit card. She was taking serious strain. Debt review lifted so much weight off her […]
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Episode 18: There’s a Worrier Inside You (Short)
The Dummies catch up and discuss the workshops they have been attending. They talk about how to make progress towards your goals. Listen to the Podcast Episode Here:
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Episode 17: Jean was too scared to start Debt Review
Jean heard a lot of lies about debt review and it held her back from getting help for a long time. Once she began debt review her life changed for […]
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Episode 16: Looking back & Ahead with CJ (Short)
We do a quick catch up with one of our sponsors and episode guests CJ of ONE. We ask him how things have been going and where they are going […]
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Episode 15: Looking Back & Ahead (Short)
A quick catch up with the Dummies. What have they accomplished and what lies ahead? Listen to the Podcast Episode Here:
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Episode 14: June Did Her Homework
Before making the big decision to begin the debt review process June did her homework and so she knew what to expect. Here is how she successfully dealt with her […]
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Episode 13: Scammers Told Mrs S They Could Get Her Out of Debt Review
What happens when someone offers to get you out of debt review? Does it sound too good to be true? Mrs S got a call and then things got complicated… […]
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Episode 12: PDAs Handle The Money Side of Debt Review
Payment Distribution Agents handle the money side of things in debt review. We have a detailed talk with the PDA Association (PDASA) and ask them about how PDAs work. Listen […]
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Episode 11: Debt Review Saved Shaun’s Home
When a new work opportunity didn’t work out as planned Shaun faced some tough choices. He nearly lost his home. But a good debt counsellor and some life adjustments helped […]
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Episode 10: Overcoming Survival Debt as a Single Mom
Nicki had to take on debt to make ends meet when life threw her a curveball. How she dealt with it is an incredible feel good account of tough determination. […]
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Episode 09: When Life Derails Your Debt Review
Mr M was clever to use debt review to deal with his debt and all was going well… until it suddenly wasn’t. Here’s what happened when life derailed his efforts […]
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Episode 08: All About The Debt Counsellors Association of South Africa
Clever debt counsellors belong to associations that can help represent their interests and can assist consumers if they have a challenge with their debt counsellor. Thank You To Our Episode […]
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Episode 07: Clever Eric found the right debt counsellor to partner with
Clever Eric learned lots of tricks on how to get more credit, till he was maxed out. Then he found the right counsellor to partner with to get him out […]
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Episode 06: From Debt Collector to Debt Review Success Story
Clever Gerhard used to collect debts for credit providers. When they began to demand debt repayments from him he used debt review to pay off his debts. Listen to the […]
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Episode 5: Clever People Start Debt Review Before Its Too Late
Clever Dominique saw trouble coming and took action to deal with her debt. Debt review was able to help her sort out her challenges. Listen to the podcast episode here:
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Episode 4: Smart Professionals Use Debt Review
Attorney Bob had a run of unfortunate events and mounting debt problems so, he and his wife turned to debt review to get back on track. Listen to the podcast […]
