Hi David, just to let you know I am a medical doctor myself and one of the things that influenced me to pursue this field was my mother's stories about Dr Robertson's professionalism in his Rustenburg Private practice. My mother used to be a domestic worker but just hearing her stories motivated me to follow a career in Medicine. Thank God for Doctors like Dr Robertson and Dr Masilela. God bless you.
Thank you for sharing your mom's experience and your influence in your career path with us Dr Ngwira always remember we appreciate you valuable time you put in your chosen careers it's not easy to study I respect both the hustlers/business people and academics nothing is easy in this life such stories really touch some us beyond our comprehension.
Thank you, for this interview David. I am 29 years old, I dropped out of UNI after 2nd year. I felt I am too old to go back even though my soul has been yearning to be a full time student again. I have managed to attain other qualifications studying part time but I yearn to finish the degree I never finished and to experience being a full time student. I am truly inspired. Thank you, Dr Masilela❤️
Feeling the same I'm 32, you re still young you can do it. I'm planning to go back next year. Dr Masilela is an inspiration for all of us who thinks it late. It's the noise out there that makes us to feel that way. Listen to yourself and fulfill your dreams ❤️
Go finish up. I dropped out at age 18 in my third year becuase I was to become a father. I picked up the degree 9 years later, full time. Redid the 3rd year and did my 4th year. I was 29 when I graduated. Its never too late
Dr. Ronnie Masilela is a great story teller, all the time i keep having pictures in my mind of the situations he is talking about. yet i was not even born at the time. Thank you King David
Right...he painted it so well especially when talking about his granpa. I am not even South african but i was able to visualise every place he spoke about.
For me its the pure raw emotions of this story…Dr Masilela still feels everything so deeply and thats the beauty of this story❤…. My take aways: May we never write anyone off in this life time. What God has set apart can not be changed by men. Our dreams are valid.
By looking at Dr Masilela"s face I tried to remember where I knew him from, until he spoke, I recognised his voice. He used to visit NPSL offices where I worked in the 80s. He was a sports representative for SABC. For me to remember his voice is because we used to chat and had many little interesting stories to tell. Thank you Mashabela
Never a stranger's story got me in tears like this. wooow, 4 hours and that's just how long the hills he went through his youth age can be explained. true documentation of legendary stories, he is in a moment, the memory he has. you can tell how in the moment he was with his struggles.
In my next book, I'll probably mention this episode. Words cannot describe how inspired I am. Dr. Masilela's story highlights just how many hurdles life has for us, that just when you think you have arrived, life throws another obstacle. But in all that, Dr. Masilela's story also highlights how much we should just never give up for as long as we have breath. As for Dr. Robinson, I wish we all had such an angel and if we do, God might open our eyes so that we realise the angels He has placed in our lives. Thank you Mr Mashabela for this podcast ❤
Sad, funny, inspirational, beautiful, interesting and teachable moments. Understanding apartheid, impact on black families, trauma and challenges faced by black families. Absence of a father but the power of loving extended families, the role played by grandparents in South Africa until today.
I remember the time I was working at Absa the Glen as a security this old man won't left the branch without coming and talk to me we laugh all the time we meet and he will give R50 all the time he see me .I cry when I listen to his story he went through a lot am sorry Mr Masilela I never know that you went through such horrible life am sorry
Wow what an incredible story 👏👏, don't know where to start. God indeed sees us, Jehova El Roi: Genesis 16:13 🙌. He is the Father to the Fatherless ;Psalm 68:5 🙌. Thank you Mashabela for bringing uNtate Masilela, I learnt so much about the real impacts of forced removals and the Riots on ordinary lives. I am glad the dream of becoming a Doctor came true, I wish Ntate Dr. Masilela peaceful years filled with God's Blessing
Wow! Dr Robertson is an angel. Dr Masilela is such an inspiration. In my 40's in 2025 I am completing my undergrad in Psychology and International Relations. This story resonates with every fibre of my being. May the good Lord give Dr Masilela good health and longevity.
Am tearing up every time the Dr tell the story of his life...Indeed he saw miracles And his a living testimony that God saw him through and that all things work together for good😢😍
You're doing God's work ntate Mashabela. This was very inspiring and insightful. Dr Masilela you've lived an eventful life and showed great courage and determination. When your time on earth is done, and you have fulfilled your purpose, men and beasts alike shall stand on top of your grave and sing praises and say, here lies a man!
Wow this is indeed a miracle, what an emotional, inspirational and impactful journey. How Mr Dave didn't shed a tear through this interview I don't know how he did it. I am touched 😭😭 this interview really ignited a fire🔥🔥🔥 within I HAVE A PLEA MAY WE PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT DR GETS A MOVIE RECORDED FOR HIS LIFE JOURNEY, A MESSAGE TO THE PRODUCTION AND BROADCASTING AGENCIES, AND ANYONE WHO CAN LAY A HELPING HAND PLEASE 🙏🙏🙏
Why are our people like this???The moment someone dies they turn up with some rules and demand...the love this man had for his grandfather was a father and son relationship;i shed a tear when he talked about how he suffered just to support his father.😭
I pray for a healthy life and more years for you bra David 🙏 I so wish to meet you and give you a warm hug. What you are doing on this podcast is of service to our country and world you'll go down in history as one of the legendary podcasters in South Africa I wish everyone could take content creation very seriously information is very valuable and there will be time where they will be forced to buy it.
As someone who was born and bred in the villages, raised by grandparents... i relate 101% with Dr Masilela's life story. My take from this is that "Perseverance is really a mother of success. " and again when the time is right, God will make it happen.
I couldn't work, totally glued to the story. Thank you Dr Ronnie Masilela for sharing your story. Thank you King David for this interview. Wow what a life ❤.
After watching this episode,as someone whose in his early 30s who had lost hope in his life ,this episode gives me hope that eventually my life will go well
At the heart of our struggles, we also want to be human, we did not go to any other person’s country to ask for this, we are asking for it in our own country. The forceful removals by the brutal apartheid system really dehumanised black people. This is why we must take the land without compensation.
I used to listen to him and besides his exceptional soccer commentary, he would play PJ Powers-There's an answer and I was glued on the radio. This one time when he was doing ZIYADUMA EGOLI,he tried to put on the cassette for the Reverend who was recorded earlier to pray for the end of the day.The cassette did not play...he just said on air ,let me pray.....Wow....what a prayer..
What a relatable story,very emotional indeed throughout the whole episode...I applaud you Dr...perserverance and hard work paid off...Thank you Mr Mashabela for this episode..
I had the opportunity of working with Dr Masilela, in Heidelberg Hospital"little did I know that he is my uncle as I am the grandson of Johanna Mathebula, my parents refer to him as family". he would tell you his life story and no matter how hard you would think life is, his life story makes you believe anything is possible
I have never seen myself cry by just listening to someone telling a story of their life, I have never dedicated my life to do a reflection of the things I have taken for granted, Life is full of miracles and Angels all around us.
Im patiently waiting for part 2 ohhh this was amazing,touching,inspiring answers for all the sad questions we have when things dont go as we wish ....Dr Masilela you are a hero legendary hero...thank you King❤❤
This was so therapeutic on so many levels...more than a story of success it was a past revisitation and a realization how God journeys with us without knowing it. I had a proper crying session after a long time.❤
What an interview! Thank you David man, the work you doing is amazing bhuti, never stop 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽. Special appreciation to Dr. Masilela he really worked on my emotions looking back where I come from. Thank you 🙏🏽
Dr Masilela very educative against all odds you all odds you are suthentic you are testimony that poverty if you are determined you can OVERCOME OBSTACLES. THANK YOU FOR YOUR HONESTY TO SHARE YPUR STORY. Young people can learn a lot Stay Blessed
Never, I say never ever have I thought one of your interviews would bring me to tears, tearing not because of sadness, the human spirit is amazing, I respect both your intellect, now the challenge is to get Government Bhuda for an interview. Amandla "Bicycle Brigade".
A thesis about a God who moves through the unexpected, especially if we apply more faith and hammer away, is what this interview has been for me. Most stories I know of from the Bible are merely about faith and pressing on. " The bleeding woman in Luke 8, The story of Moses, etc. Like these people from the bible , Dr. Masilela had to exert more faith and push through. This is another miraculous story that should be added to those of the Bible. I'm so grateful I listened, grateful for the spiritual lessons.
i have always watched real life stories on youtube, for the first time i want to buy someone's book. that is what i am buying friday when i go to the bookstore. Just so i never forget this story.
I needed to hear this - i do not think it was a coincidence that it happened on the 11:11 on the 01/11. There have been so many & much odds in my life. Time seems to be running out. But today, my strength jas been renewed.
I was starting to panic when I saw that the interview is coming to an end...then I saw "coming up" and my heart😢😢❤❤❤ I am so happy that there is a part 2. I am so very happy.
I didn't know u .. until one day i decided to check videos on UA-cam cz im on maternity leave...I have gained so much from ur Podcast Mashabela...I have watched so many episodes.. Thanks u... and thank you again
Hi David, just to let you know I am a medical doctor myself and one of the things that influenced me to pursue this field was my mother's stories about Dr Robertson's professionalism in his Rustenburg Private practice. My mother used to be a domestic worker but just hearing her stories motivated me to follow a career in Medicine. Thank God for Doctors like Dr Robertson and Dr Masilela. God bless you.
Wow ❤
Thanks to you as well Dr Donaldngwira. Doctors are really servants of the lord. We appreciate you.
Thank you for sharing your mom's experience and your influence in your career path with us Dr Ngwira always remember we appreciate you valuable time you put in your chosen careers it's not easy to study I respect both the hustlers/business people and academics nothing is easy in this life such stories really touch some us beyond our comprehension.
Tremendous story, inspired 🙏🏻
This book must be read by all children in primary and high school. A story of resilience. I'm in awe of King David's interviews, so much dignity.
The most valuable 4 hours of my life.
Thank you very much
No way. Serious?
You and I both 🎉
Guys let's organise transport and go to Dr Masilelas place just to see and thank him for motivating us to go back to school. .Modimo o dira mehlolo...
This is so inspirational for me. Im doing my PhD and i am feeling drained but now this has renewed my spirit.
same boat with you! no more excuses!
Keep pushing, we're rooting for you.
keep pushing Sir 🙌🙌🙌
The Dr has such a sharp memory. I can’t say enough how inspiring this has been, tears shed here and there😢
Photographic memory and everybody 's name, amazing!
@@eugeniamanana9424 my thoughts exactly!
I have watched this podcast countless times. I can relate.
I've been procrastinating in completing my Qualification... after watching this I see that I don't have an excuse... I'm drawing inspiration from this
Thank you, for this interview David. I am 29 years old, I dropped out of UNI after 2nd year. I felt I am too old to go back even though my soul has been yearning to be a full time student again. I have managed to attain other qualifications studying part time but I yearn to finish the degree I never finished and to experience being a full time student. I am truly inspired. Thank you, Dr Masilela❤️
Feeling the same I'm 32, you re still young you can do it. I'm planning to go back next year. Dr Masilela is an inspiration for all of us who thinks it late. It's the noise out there that makes us to feel that way. Listen to yourself and fulfill your dreams ❤️
Please go do that degree I am persuing mine next year B com
Go finish up. I dropped out at age 18 in my third year becuase I was to become a father. I picked up the degree 9 years later, full time. Redid the 3rd year and did my 4th year. I was 29 when I graduated. Its never too late
Went back at the age of 35 , yesterday I was writing my final paper for the degree...
@@winteroseqilingele4641 i graduated in 2021 did your notice tje respect that they show you special lectures
Dr. Ronnie Masilela is a great story teller, all the time i keep having pictures in my mind of the situations he is talking about. yet i was not even born at the time. Thank you King David
Well said!
Right...he painted it so well especially when talking about his granpa. I am not even South african but i was able to visualise every place he spoke about.
Hay no this deserve a movie. Any producer watching?
I got so emotional watching this. Your success is always equivalent to your struggles.
❤❤❤
I love how he remembers every detail. Good memory
For me its the pure raw emotions of this story…Dr Masilela still feels everything so deeply and thats the beauty of this story❤….
My take aways:
May we never write anyone off in this life time.
What God has set apart can not be changed by men.
Our dreams are valid.
Well said. Thank you
As long as uphefumula it's never too late🙌🏾👏🏾
After listening to this conversation I feel Dr Masilela story can be scripted n acted on TV ,so many life lessons in someone life experience.
I cant help but cry when i visualise Baba Masilela's story. soo inspirational.
By looking at Dr Masilela"s face I tried to remember where I knew him from, until he spoke, I recognised his voice. He used to visit NPSL offices where I worked in the 80s. He was a sports representative for SABC. For me to remember his voice is because we used to chat and had many little interesting stories to tell. Thank you Mashabela
Hola 👊🏾👊🏾👍🏾
Literally the only words I have for this episode is "Yoh!!!"
Never a stranger's story got me in tears like this. wooow, 4 hours and that's just how long the hills he went through his youth age can be explained.
true documentation of legendary stories, he is in a moment, the memory he has. you can tell how in the moment he was with his struggles.
Ahhh Bra Mdeva your guest selection is out of this world 🌎
Tseya mablomo a gao brayak 💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐💐
In my next book, I'll probably mention this episode. Words cannot describe how inspired I am. Dr. Masilela's story highlights just how many hurdles life has for us, that just when you think you have arrived, life throws another obstacle. But in all that, Dr. Masilela's story also highlights how much we should just never give up for as long as we have breath. As for Dr. Robinson, I wish we all had such an angel and if we do, God might open our eyes so that we realise the angels He has placed in our lives.
Thank you Mr Mashabela for this podcast ❤
Sad, funny, inspirational, beautiful, interesting and teachable moments.
Understanding apartheid, impact on black families, trauma and challenges faced by black families.
Absence of a father but the power of loving extended families, the role played by grandparents in South Africa until today.
Dear The King, your interviews are something else, 3hrs of focus without a wink. Very interesting people all the time. Thank you
Thanks for listening, it’s out pleasure
Thanks Bhuti David for bringing this Legend😢😢😢😢😢😢
I have been through so much in life but i keep on fighting because i know that God is creating a good story like this for me.
Thank you Baba Masilela, i am definitely going to complete my law degree i am 33.
Best of luck!
I remember the time I was working at Absa the Glen as a security this old man won't left the branch without coming and talk to me we laugh all the time we meet and he will give R50 all the time he see me .I cry when I listen to his story he went through a lot am sorry Mr Masilela I never know that you went through such horrible life am sorry
This has to be the best episode so far. Thanks Bra Dave..
Thank you very much
So glad that I found this podcast - ❤ very interesting and inspiring episodes. Greetings from Finland! ☺
ntante ronnie his very intelligent and full of wisdom.
This is by far the best interview ever, this is inspiring💯👌
This is mostly a beautiful and informative interview ever. Dr. Ronnie is a great story teller!
his good
Wow what an incredible story 👏👏, don't know where to start.
God indeed sees us, Jehova El Roi: Genesis 16:13 🙌. He is the Father to the Fatherless ;Psalm 68:5 🙌.
Thank you Mashabela for bringing uNtate Masilela, I learnt so much about the real impacts of forced removals and the Riots on ordinary lives.
I am glad the dream of becoming a Doctor came true, I wish Ntate Dr. Masilela peaceful years filled with God's Blessing
Wow! Dr Robertson is an angel. Dr Masilela is such an inspiration. In my 40's in 2025 I am completing my undergrad in Psychology and International Relations. This story resonates with every fibre of my being. May the good Lord give Dr Masilela good health and longevity.
My former CEO ❤ I wrote a review on his book a few years ago what an inspiration.
All the challenges he faced along the way and still persevered, this interview is everything I needed to hear.
This episode got me crying 😭😭😭
Honourable King David. Best guest for me so far. Very emotional and inspirational, a true testament of willpower. You are a lighthouse. Stay blessed.
We had the honour of living with Dr Masilela as a brother and an uncle. To the Tshabangu family you will always be "Prof".
This touched me in so many ways...yah neh life..what a life,what a story...
This episode was the best king David 3rd I watched it
Am tearing up every time the Dr tell the story of his life...Indeed he saw miracles And his a living testimony that God saw him through and that all things work together for good😢😍
Thanks so much for enlightening us that education is always key and we need not to give up in learning
When we talk of #passion #humility #faith #hope #resilience, this is it! Your platform is a well of knowledge and unimaginable wisdom Mr Mashabela.
You're doing God's work ntate Mashabela. This was very inspiring and insightful. Dr Masilela you've lived an eventful life and showed great courage and determination. When your time on earth is done, and you have fulfilled your purpose, men and beasts alike shall stand on top of your grave and sing praises and say, here lies a man!
Another one Mdeva. Legendary and Inspirational🍻🍻🍻🍻
Wow this is indeed a miracle, what an emotional, inspirational and impactful journey.
How Mr Dave didn't shed a tear through this interview I don't know how he did it.
I am touched 😭😭 this interview really ignited a fire🔥🔥🔥 within
I HAVE A PLEA MAY WE PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT DR GETS A MOVIE RECORDED FOR HIS LIFE JOURNEY, A MESSAGE TO THE PRODUCTION AND BROADCASTING AGENCIES, AND ANYONE WHO CAN LAY A HELPING HAND PLEASE
🙏🙏🙏
Why are our people like this???The moment someone dies they turn up with some rules and demand...the love this man had for his grandfather was a father and son relationship;i shed a tear when he talked about how he suffered just to support his father.😭
The longest and most inspiring podcast in Mzansi. David know s how to ask questions and let the guest speaks without interruption.
I pray for a healthy life and more years for you bra David 🙏 I so wish to meet you and give you a warm hug. What you are doing on this podcast is of service to our country and world you'll go down in history as one of the legendary podcasters in South Africa I wish everyone could take content creation very seriously information is very valuable and there will be time where they will be forced to buy it.
Dr Ronnie Masilela is a good story tell thanks for bringing him to the show. I learned a lot . Keep them coming king David
As someone who was born and bred in the villages, raised by grandparents... i relate 101% with Dr Masilela's life story. My take from this is that "Perseverance is really a mother of success. " and again when the time is right, God will make it happen.
I couldn't work, totally glued to the story. Thank you Dr Ronnie Masilela for sharing your story. Thank you King David for this interview. Wow what a life ❤.
Coming back for the 4th time to this podcast. I have just secured the 2 last copies of his book. I am inspired beyond.
After watching this episode,as someone whose in his early 30s who had lost hope in his life ,this episode gives me hope that eventually my life will go well
I can't wait for part 2.
At the heart of our struggles, we also want to be human, we did not go to any other person’s country to ask for this, we are asking for it in our own country. The forceful removals by the brutal apartheid system really dehumanised black people. This is why we must take the land without compensation.
The voice still sounds the same , I still remember the game we lost against pirates in 1989
Was it not during the time bra J was still playing for Pirates?he used to say every time bra J had a ball yalibamba inkosi❤❤❤
What a human being. So inspirational🤗 I was so moved by this story, his determination. I am definitely buying the book.
I will never give up🙌
Dr.Ronnie what an inspiration , we used to listen to him at Radio Zulu , back then .He was a soccer commentator......,him and ubabu Zwane🤩🤩🤩
Amazing thank you David for this platform
To Dr Ronnie what a inspirational experience you are a real go getter
It's never too late to improve ourselves
I am overwhelmed by ur expirience baba
Very inspirational🤗
Had to come back and say thank you for this I really needed this. Dankie Mdeva🙏 Can't wait for Part 2....
So glad! thank you
Bra D, thanks for bringing in Dr Ronnie, what a story, Masilela! Dlambili! Mdibane!
I used to listen to him and besides his exceptional soccer commentary, he would play PJ Powers-There's an answer and I was glued on the radio. This one time when he was doing ZIYADUMA EGOLI,he tried to put on the cassette for the Reverend who was recorded earlier to pray for the end of the day.The cassette did not play...he just said on air ,let me pray.....Wow....what a prayer..
Dr Masilela what a memory he has, dates, numbers and people's names woooow ❤
What a relatable story,very emotional indeed throughout the whole episode...I applaud you Dr...perserverance and hard work paid off...Thank you Mr Mashabela for this episode..
The ending of this story makes me so emotional. Very inspirational and resilient
What an inspiring story..I shed a tear or two now and then. Story of perseverance indeed
One of our pastors at LGC, very inspirational ❤🥺
Very articulate and eloquent when it comes to matters of God thanks Moruti Dr Masilela 🙏🏾
I've always maintained that there is no way I will watch anything over an hour but Mashabela will always have my time. Such a great episode ❤
Inspirational story indeed and very encouraging thank you Dr Masilela you are a true legend 🙏🏾🙏🏾
I had the opportunity of working with Dr Masilela, in Heidelberg Hospital"little did I know that he is my uncle as I am the grandson of Johanna Mathebula, my parents refer to him as family". he would tell you his life story and no matter how hard you would think life is, his life story makes you believe anything is possible
Wow...damn
I have never seen myself cry by just listening to someone telling a story of their life, I have never dedicated my life to do a reflection of the things I have taken for granted, Life is full of miracles and Angels all around us.
I share the same with you 😢
I love you David you know the love you have for our people makes me love you more you are this nations hero
Im patiently waiting for part 2 ohhh this was amazing,touching,inspiring answers for all the sad questions we have when things dont go as we wish ....Dr Masilela you are a hero legendary hero...thank you King❤❤
This was so therapeutic on so many levels...more than a story of success it was a past revisitation and a realization how God journeys with us without knowing it. I had a proper crying session after a long time.❤
David, you are bringing us top drawer stuff
Prof Mogotlane one of our own, a great man. My mom always reminded us how they are related.
What an interview! Thank you David man, the work you doing is amazing bhuti, never stop 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽. Special appreciation to Dr. Masilela he really worked on my emotions looking back where I come from. Thank you 🙏🏽
I am touched. good people will always win in life.
Wow..this is what I needed very inspirational 🙌
Great storyteller, I enjoyed listening to Ronnie Masilela
😮This is full of inspiration. It is on repeat in my car. Listening this from Zim. Thank you David. This is good!
What an episode remarkable evoking emotional Thank you Dr and David
I am bout 40 minutes in and this is relatable.
Very very inspirational,with self determination you can move mountains.
👏what an inspiration, feel highly motivated and encouraged.
Dr Masilela very educative against all odds you all odds you are suthentic you are testimony that poverty if you are determined you can OVERCOME OBSTACLES.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR HONESTY
TO SHARE YPUR STORY.
Young people can learn a lot
Stay Blessed
King David keep up doing gods work.
One of the best interviews ever, yhòo what a man 😢🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾. The
Big up bra Dave, can't wait for Part 2.
I can relate in some many ways in your stories, Doc🎉🎉🎉
Can't we also continue to be the Dr Robin, Shabangus to the coming generations 🎉🎉🎉
Never, I say never ever have I thought one of your interviews would bring me to tears, tearing not because of sadness, the human spirit is amazing, I respect both your intellect, now the challenge is to get Government Bhuda for an interview. Amandla "Bicycle Brigade".
A thesis about a God who moves through the unexpected, especially if we apply more faith and hammer away, is what this interview has been for me. Most stories I know of from the Bible are merely about faith and pressing on. " The bleeding woman in Luke 8, The story of Moses, etc. Like these people from the bible , Dr. Masilela had to exert more faith and push through. This is another miraculous story that should be added to those of the Bible. I'm so grateful I listened, grateful for the spiritual lessons.
i have always watched real life stories on youtube, for the first time i want to buy someone's book. that is what i am buying friday when i go to the bookstore. Just so i never forget this story.
The best 4 hours of inspiration, motivating and self introspection about my academic endeavours at my age.
Going back to school and i will start to read my books..so motivated... Thank you..
Amazing story Dr Ronnie , beyond inspirational , may god continue to bless you sir
I needed to hear this - i do not think it was a coincidence that it happened on the 11:11 on the 01/11. There have been so many & much odds in my life. Time seems to be running out. But today, my strength jas been renewed.
I know God has a greater plan for me💫
A very intriguing and encouraging interview. I've really been inspired although already holding a research doctorate
I was starting to panic when I saw that the interview is coming to an end...then I saw "coming up" and my heart😢😢❤❤❤ I am so happy that there is a part 2. I am so very happy.
I didn't know u .. until one day i decided to check videos on UA-cam cz im on maternity leave...I have gained so much from ur Podcast Mashabela...I have watched so many episodes.. Thanks u... and thank you again