Join David Jenkins and REVIVE founder Mark Myerson for a conversation that spans continents, careers, and a deeply personal health journey. From Johannesburg to Singapore to Cape Town, Mark traces the entrepreneurial path that taught him what he wanted by first teaching him what he didn't.

The turn comes quietly — weight gain, a vague feeling of wrong, and a deep rabbit hole of podcasts, doctors, and metabolic science. What Mark found there unsettled him: somewhere between 66 and 75% of the population may be metabolically unhealthy, on a silent path toward disease, without any alarm bells going off. That realisation became the mission behind REVIVE. Not a sports drink. Not a recovery product. A daily electrolyte designed for anyone who drinks water — because water alone doesn't hydrate you.

They also get into what it actually takes to build a brand that earns genuine word-of-mouth in 2026, why authentic ambassadors can't be bought, and why Tegan Phillips and Simon Stoffberg represent something refreshing in the creator landscape.

Who is Mark Myerson?

Founder and CEO of REVIVE Daily Electrolytes, South Africa's leading clean hydration brand. Based in Cape Town. Built on Kalahari salt, metabolic science, and a refusal to make anything with sugar, carbs, or artificial ingredients.

What is REVIVE?

A daily electrolyte sachet with no sugar, no carbs, and no calories — formulated for endurance athletes, low-carb eaters, intermittent fasters, and anyone serious about real hydration. Find them at getrevive.co.za.

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00:00:00 — Mark Myerson: The Man Behind REVIVE

00:01:37 — Johannesburg Kid, American Exchange, Fortune Magazine at 18

00:05:40 — The Phone Call That Crashed His Car

00:07:10 — Singapore: Four Founders, One Apartment, One Shot

00:19:42 — The Exit: Selling Up and Walking Away

00:21:00 — Cape Town Was Supposed to Be Six Months

00:31:50 — Why South Africans Don't Brag Enough About Being South African

00:38:11 — The Health Wake-Up Call Nobody Warned Him About

00:50:13 — Why Diets Don't Work: The Hormone Truth

00:52:59 — The Statistic That Changed Everything (66–75% of Us Are Metabolically Sick)

01:03:54 — Inside REVIVE: What's Actually in the Sachet

01:05:15 — Building a Brand That Can't Be Faked

01:13:02 — What a Purpose-First Business Actually Looks Like

01:14:09 — Tegan Phillips, Simon Stoffberg, and the New Creator Standard

01:32:18 — Closing: What Comes Next for REVIVE

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Cam heads up partner activations and hospitality for Pinarello-Q36.5 Pro Cycling — Tom Pidcock's ProTeam. In this

episode, he breaks down what that role actually looks like inside a professional race team, what big sponsors really

want from their investment in cycling, and why the gap between what South Africa understands about sponsorship and

what happens at the world level is enormous. He also takes us inside the Pinarello factory in Treviso, shares what it

was like to meet Fausto Pinarello, and gives his unfiltered Tour de France predictions — Pogačar, Vingegaard, Seixas,

Pidcock, and who he thinks wins it all.

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0:00 — Welcome Back: Cam's Fly-By from Europe

1:11 — Life Inside Pinarello-Q36.5 Pro Cycling

4:19 — What Big Sponsors Actually Want

7:44 — Inside the Giro d'Italia Bubble

9:42 — The Pinarello Factory in Treviso

15:46 — Pre-Tour: The Team Heads to Tour de Suisse

19:45 — Tour de France Hot Takes: Who Wins?

25:09 — Tom Pidcock at the Tour — Podium or Stage Wins?

27:10 — Van der Poel vs Pidcock: The World Champs Race

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Former professional footballer and content creator Mike Morton joins us for a deep dive into the state of South African football, Bafana Bafana's World Cup chances, and the power of social media in modern sport. From playing at the highest level to building an audience of over 1.7 million followers, Mike shares the lessons he's learned on and off the pitch. We explore why this may be South Africa's strongest football generation in decades and what needs to change to unlock the country's incredible talent. If you're passionate about football, sport, or South African success stories, this is a conversation you won't want to miss.

# === CHAPTERS ===================================

00:00 Intro & Rudy Project Connection

00:24 Meet Mark: From Pro Football to Content Creator

01:53 Building a 1.7 Million Follower Football Audience

04:44 The Power of Athlete-Led Media & YouTube

08:24 Social Media, Sponsorships & Athlete Branding

10:06 Heading to the FIFA World Cup in Mexico

11:20 How Important Is the FIFA World Cup Today?

16:36 South Africa’s World Cup Group & Chances

20:08 Key Players: Teboho Mokoena, Mbekezeli Mbokazi & More

23:52 Hugo Broos, Team Culture & Discipline

29:51 Why This Is the Best Bafana Team in Years

33:58 South African Football vs Rugby Development Pathways

40:37 SuperSport Academy & The Missing Football Pipeline

47:58 Media’s Role in Growing South African Sport

55:11 Can South Africa Become a Football Power?

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The new Specialized Diverge 4 promises comfort, capability, and versatility—but does it live up to the hype? We put it through its paces on rough gravel roads, technical descents, and long endurance rides to find out who this bike is really built for. From the controversial Future Shock system to massive 50mm tyre clearance and Shimano's latest wireless GRX drivetrain, we break down everything that matters. We also dive into the geometry, ride quality, value for money, and whether it's a better choice than a race-focused gravel bike. If you're looking for a gravel bike that can handle everything from weekend adventures to multi-day events, this review is for you.

00:00 Intro

01:36 Meet the New Specialized Diverge

03:45 The Feature Everyone Talks About

06:23 Shimano GRX Finally Gets Interesting

08:15 Small Details That Matter

10:05 Hidden Storage & Bikepacking Potential

12:10 Can It Really Fit 50mm Tires?

13:44 Worth the Money?

15:22 Is It Actually Good Looking?

17:09 Taking It Off-Road

19:45 Future Shock: Gimmick or Game Changer?

22:10 The Rider This Bike Was Built For

24:08 Weight, Geometry & Stability

27:15 The Most Comfortable Gravel Bike?

31:34 Final Thoughts & Who Should Buy It

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Is the Elves gravel bike a hidden gem or just another carbon frame in a crowded market? In this review, we put the Elves through real-world testing, breaking down its geometry, handling, tire clearance, build options, and overall value. From rough South African gravel roads to race-focused performance, we explore who this bike is really designed for and whether it deserves a place on your shortlist. If you're considering a new gravel bike, this is a review you won't want to miss.

00:51 – Introduction to the Elves Gravel Bike

01:27 – Why This Bike Loves to Go Fast

02:11 – Frames vs Wheels: What Really Matters?

02:27 – Tire Clearance, Setup & Gravel Essentials

03:42 – Who Is This Bike Actually For?

04:35 – Racing Geometry vs Adventure Geometry

05:22 – Tire Width, Aero Benefits & Ride Feel

05:59 – Elves Value Proposition & Custom Builds

08:25 – Geometry Breakdown: Reach, Stack & Handling

10:17 – Final Verdict & Frame Set Rating

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In this conversation Tyler breaks down his new deal with Giant and Envy, what it actually takes to compete at UCI level as a

non-continental team, and why he thinks South Africa is sitting on a generation of world-class talent that nobody is

watching. He also gives his honest read on the 2026 Giro and who he thinks wins the Tour de France sprint stages.

If you follow road cycling even loosely, this one has opinions worth hearing.

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0:00 — Tyler Lange: SA's Best Sprinter at 22

1:17 — The Giant & Envy Deal Explained

5:39 — Aero vs Climbing: Which Bike Do You Choose?

9:47 — Tour de Maurice & What UCI Racing Actually Means

13:11 — Why South Africa Doesn't Have a UCI Race

20:49 — The Hard Truth About Road Racing in SA

22:54 — Why SA's Top Sprinter Is Racing Gravel

25:40 — 2026 Giro d'Italia & Tour de France Predictions

33:29 — The Future of Sprint Racing

37:52 — Giant Grassroots Program: A Path to Europe

41:57 — The World Tour Dream — and Why It's Still Possible

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Photographer Ewald Sadie joins us to break down the stories, techniques, and split-second decisions behind some of his most iconic cycling images. From shooting off the back of a motorbike during gravel races to explaining composition, motion blur, black-and-white photography, and race storytelling, this episode dives deep into what makes a truly powerful photo. If you love cycling, photography, filmmaking, or visual storytelling, this conversation is packed with insight from one of the best in the game.

Shift Media Co.

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00:00 Intro

01:12 Why Cycling Photography Matters

03:45 Aperture, ISO & Shutter Speed Explained

06:20 How Tracking Shots Actually Work

10:18 Shooting From The Back Of A Motorbike

14:42 Why Some Photos Work Better In Black & White

19:05 Capturing Emotion In Cycling Photography

24:18 The Art Of Composition & Storytelling

30:14 How Ewald Captured His Favourite Shot

37:42 The Challenge Of Shooting Gravel Racing

44:10 The Story Behind The Swartberg Images

51:26 Printing Photos & Why It Changes Everything

56:40 Editing Thousands Of Race Photos

01:02:18 The Reality Of Being Event Media

01:07:32 Final Thoughts & Favourite Images

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