This week on Listen To Your Footsteps, we take a walk with the illustrious Nthato Mashishi, celebrity make-up artist and architect of beauty. Nthato's journey is a vibrant tapestry woven from unexpected threads. Drawn to the world of healing by a family lineage of nurses, a twist of fate led him to discover his love for paint and colour through the performing arts in Alexandra township. A fateful royal wedding – yes, you heard that right – sparked a lifelong fascination with the transformative power of makeup. But Nthato's path wouldn't be linear. Though he may not have loved his HR degree, it equipped him with the vocabulary and boardroom confidence to navigate the beauty industry with finesse. Nthato has always been a businessman at heart, approaching his celebrity clientele with professionalism and a deep respect for privacy. He'll also shares the powerful meaning behind his guiding motto: paving the way for the next generation of black talent. Join us as Nthato Mashishi reminds us that success isn't just about the destination, but the stories we collect along the way.

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Editor: Jason Rademeyer

Recorded at ⁠⁠The Podhouse⁠⁠

Producer: Ayob Vania

Show Music: Kweku Baffoe