The Journey to Here Podcast

Hosted by M&D

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About the show

The Journey to Here explores the twists and turns of life, business, and growth, sharing practical wisdom on self-development, life skills, and building success. Along the way, we learn valuable lessons that we share with you, as we create a life that blends technology with simple living. All with a dash of humor and real-life stories from our rural Southern European home. Join the weekly newsletter by subscribing here!

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9 min

Fail! Fast! (er)! .ep126

This sounds like horrible advice. We are so conditioned that failing means a bad thing. However, we believe something different... let us know what your take is! Subscribe to the weekly newsletter

13 min

The Problem with the Problem R&R .ep91

We all know someone who runs towards the fire waving their arms — and somehow makes it worse. This week's R&R — Rewind and Replay — is a reminder that sometimes the best thing you can do with a problem is stop, step back, and ask whether it was ever really a problem to begin with. Take Back Time - available on Amazon

9 min

Hidden in Plain Sight .ep125

It started with a word search over morning coffee. What it reminded us of was far bigger than finding hidden words on a page. This episode is about the things we see clearly, the things others cannot, and the opportunity that lives in that gap. Check out "Take Back Time" - Available as both e-book and print copy

16 min

Does your life suck? .ep124

So many people feel that their life sucks. Things are hard, expensive, and relentless. What you thought would be a walk in the park is more like a walk among dragons. In this week's episode we challenge what it means to believe that life sucks — and what you can do when you feel stuck. Join the weekly newsletter!

10 min

Do you wanna get rich? R&R .ep88

We recently gave some valuable investment advice in episode 122. In this R&R episode we chatted about the differences between true wealth, and what we consider being rich. Is it always what you think it is? Remember to subscribe to the weekly newslette r while you are at it!

11 min

Things Change .ep123

We know this. Yet change still catches us by surprise — the fact that we are designed to constantly adapt, grow, and let go. In this episode we explore what it means to embrace change, and the people and experiences that make the journey worthwhile.

11 min

Investment advice .ep122

We talk about investing, and often connect it to only the matters of the money. In this episode we challenge that idea, asking, where else can you be investing and expect REAL, tangible rewards? Remember to check out the book Take Back time!

38 min

Career ended - Life began .ep121

Facing a career transition or retrenchment? Mariette Snyman shares her powerful journey from established journalist to thriving podcast host after being let go at age 60 during 2020. In this conversation, award-winning journalist and podcast host Mariette Snyman takes us through the moment her 20-year career ended overnight - and how she rebuilt her identity, discovered her value, and created a meaningful second act. If you're navigating job loss, career reinvention, or questioning your relevance after 50, this interview offers both hope and a practical roadmap. Mariette shares her 5-step pivot framework: clarity, control, emotional balance, understanding change cycles, and tracking your progress. We explore the power of storytelling, the importance of support networks, and why connection matters more than credentials. 🎧 DISCOVER MARIETTE'S WORK: Website & Podcast: https://mariettesnyman.co.za Calm, Clear and Helpful Podcast: 250+ episodes on wellness, physical and mental health, relationships, and personal development

10 min

Frog Kissing .ep120

This one is dedicated to our good friend Z - for teaching us about the term "kissing frogs". Mannnn, we've done a lot of that recently, but the beauty of it is that we have learned to recognise and value the non-frogs way faster. Life is often about doing things we are not excited about, but in the process we have the possibility of truly finding the magic... Remember to subscribe to the weekly newsletter!

16 min

Still human? .ep119

If you want to use AI in your business but worry about privacy, authenticity and losing control of your data, this conversation is for you. In this first episode of our Ethical Technology series, M and D share why we chose to use AI deliberately - not as a shiny shortcut, but as a practical tool that supports the way we already work. We talk about why privacy matters, how transcription changed our workflow, and why tools like Notta.ai help us capture business conversations without losing our own voice. This is not about replacing your thinking with AI. It is about using the right tools to support your thinking, protect your data and create more freedom in the way you work. Try Notta. ai here and get 10% off: