Lawrence Maleka on Upside of Failure with Relebogile Mabotja

Actor and TV presenter Lawrence Maleka discusses his failure in academia as a child with Relebogile Mabotja on 702's Upside of Failure.
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[@blessyJoyous]

"You don't dictate me, you only know me through an interaction"- Lawrence Maleka

[@BlackWoman-is5wh]

His face lightens up when he speaks about his sister how cute 🥺❤️

[@lekis5975]

Brilliant actor, Brilliant mind, Beautiful spirit. His character Zolani (The River) was everything. I laughed, I side eyed him, I wept. Just brilliant. The River is not the same without him. Condolences for the loss of your mother, Lawrence. It is true, time heals (somewhat)...it makes loss bearable. Just remember, the spirit never dies.

[@dimakatsomolekwa2761]

Your interviews are all so great. How you’re able to get people to open up about that childhood wound, kudos to you. Great job👏👏

[@asandamagwede4361]

Yho!!! This one was soooo flawless. It didn't feel scripted or "formal." The conversation was so organic. Lawrence is so open. He is such a breath of fresh air. Condolences to him and his family on the loss of his Amazing Mom. Wishing him nothing but the very best. Black men can be soft and loving!! Loved this sooooo much. Thank you

[@thifhelimbilumulabo4268]

Lawrence is just an all round amazing human ❤ I love the vulnerability and allowing himself to feel...one can't help it but to love him 🫂

[@ozzaM22]

"I would want to marvel at her and hope to keep her there for as long as I can"🥺🥺🥺 yhooooo!!!❤❤❤

[@LaMandiki]

His voice carries pain of the loss. I went through that when mom passed on. Things lost its joy, i lost my smile and weight. I was crushed such that i still cannot mourn the loss,i haven't posted even her pictures or whatever since she left,she left 2016. I just cant bring myself to face her being gone. My son sometimes says she can smell gogo Shabangu and that just kills me. I pray that one day i let go of the pain inside.😢

[@muzikubheka2859]

I am soo teary reading this. Losing a mom is a pain you learn to live with can never be forgotten. I am so sorry sis wam

[@tebogomabiletsa5945]

Lawrence is such class and understand who he is❤️

[@sindilendaba2369]

One of the things I like about Lawrence is that he will wear a blazer to every interview! ☺🙌❤

[@katlegomokgosi6288]

I loved Lawrence the instant moment I saw him. It was beautiful to hear and see him from another side.

[@thabeloratau9289]

What a beautiful episode,but I expected nothing less from Rele and Lawrence. It's always amazing seeing South African public figures have such relatable conversations.

[@Zilungile]

What a beautiful interview,had a lump on my throat when he spoke of his grief..💔💔

[@londaningubane3320]

This is the best interview I have ever seen in years, infact the best I have ever seen. lawrence you are such an amazing person, may you stay blessed in all you do, We love you .♥

[@Inspirationdiaries]

Wow! This guy has gems to share. Speaks such alot of sense.... the knowledge and wisdom ❤❤❤

[@imbalienhle]

Wow❤❤❤,this was the best interview for me🙌🙌 Relebogile you are amazing✨✨ Lawrence thank you for being so relatable, keep shining 🌟

[@memorychiseko544]

Such a good interview. So good to see Lawrence being real. Was used to seeing him and his aunty being the killing machines. Just Beautiful. Condolences on the passing of your mom.

[@RegaliaByNomahlubi]

My fav, I just saw him in a different light. So so sorry for his loss though. I can actually feel his pain. ❤

[@lungamthembu5815]

I love his assertiveness and honesty.

[@ntombifuthisibanyoni617]

Oh wow what an amazing interview,Relebogile you are good at what you do 👌 Lawrence you're wonderfully made and best wishes with your healing process 🤗

[@bongiwejndumo9981]

I don't know how many times i have watched this and it still amazes me the way Lawrence articulates its mesmarizibg❤❤❤

[@Mommy_lifestyle_with_Mo]

This interview was so informative and touching. Thank you Lawrence ❤

[@YvonneOnline]

The first time I saw him presenting I thought his presenting skills were flawless, I haven’t taken my eyes off him since, he’s extremely talented.

[@zodumoxhavulani7289]

I love the host so much 🤗Sis is beautiful n lovely being My guy you're a king 👑🙌🥺i needed to hear all of this

[@thabilesikhosana5757]

Oh wow, what a conversation, one of the best 👌 👍 with my two favorites 😍. I so much relate to your experience Lawrence, straight talk and I love that .

[@KaraboMalefane-ek8uj]

I'm halfway through this interview but I've already found things that I relate so much with... ❤️

[@VividM]

ive talked myself out of alota things in high school cz of being raised by a single mother..seeing her do the impossible alone made me an independent woman today, cz of her strength..i miss her so much😇 and im thankful for her efforts..another thing, one is not obligated to carry or save everyone all the time, sometimes people need to experience certain things to see if they can get out of certain situations without u.. people-pleasing means you aren't loyal to yourself and ive learned that the hard way ... also u can't give people your spirit🤷 beautiful conversation, teamLawrence❤ through and through..love him and his work.. and prayers and healing to him.. know that grieving is an extension of your love for mom.. and she's looking over you🫶

[@nelisantsangani9068]

I think the amount of self awareness Lawrence Maleka has is unbelievable, I think that’s what you got from your mom by the sounds of it because self awareness then bleeds into understanding others which is what I understood about what you are saying about your mom

[@nomsamagase7545]

Wow! The realest episode I have watched. Love Lawrence ❤

[@retriever_2420]

so articulate my guy. keep strong

[@Liya_Nyengane]

Yesssssss, I've beeeen waiting for this episode w Lawrence!

[@kagisodimakatso3090]

Yoh shem i loved this interview, such an amazing person.. 😅😊😊

[@nandiphamajenge3703]

Lovely gent, he's so dope 😍🫠

[@sbongelenimdima4687]

It always humbles me so much to listen to u bcoz I always get to learn something from all ur interviews n also get to c things differently. Much love for you Lawrence always.

[@sandilepphiri5134]

Oh wow such a beautiful conversation ❤

[@LAndy7993]

This interview felt so personal for me.

[@beckyphala5436]

Where is the part about him interning on her show? 😭😭This was perfect. Thank you

[@ziyandaduka8798]

I love you Lawrence! I admire your work ethic bhuti 👊🏽🎉❤❤

[@sikhethiwekatendiweni1906]

Just bumbed into this and live it, 2 episodes in and am hooked.

[@user-tg6qv9yr3o]

Beautiful conversation. Loved watching every minute of it

[@thabophoku5374]

Relebogile is beautiful 😊

[@xolileradebe2498]

Oh Lawrence 😭❤️

[@Black_Asiaa_Official]

Beautiful ❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥

[@dudunkuna7439]

Beautiful just beautiful and authentic interview.

[@asathigogo744]

I love him nkosi yam

[@user-ll5kr6ux7c]

❤❤loved the interview

[@roseyrose7608]

This presenting thing was made for you Relebogile❤️❤️ur good at it❤

[@samkelisiwedlamini6076]

❤The way he spoke about his mom❤

[@MOKONE-GSPL-SA]

This is a great interview ...

[@mandisaramashala6681]

Loved the honesty

[@nonhlanhladlamini5318]

Wow 😊

[@vuyokazimzinyati6475]

When he explained the pain of losing his mom, I cried because he articulated it in the way I also experienced losing my own mom. As usual, Relebogile, you did it! Uou do it so well that one can't help but admire you 🙏❤️

[@masamodise9525]

My guy❤

[@NoluthandoTshikitsha-ku5js]

a wise man indeed

[@user-rj3ic1hm9q]

❤❤

[@thobilekhoza9827]

Lawrence😢😢😢 yhorrr

[@katlegomosadi5670]

Awesome getting to know Lawrence. An amazing broadcaster!!! ❤

[@pachidamabisi]

😊😊😊😊

[@boipelomogudi6861]

🤌🤌🤌🤌🤌🤌👏👏👏👏👏

[@tebogomokobane8094]

Lawrence is low key stubborn 😊. Enjoyed thid interview big time

[@nonomabokela8858]

Yoh i dont like how Relebogile cut him short with his grievance, like going to comments while he's still talking.

[@thulaganyomoepi766]

I don't think it's ill intended, radio is scheduled and maybe she had to abide by the schedule. She is very emotionally intelligent to do that.

[@lekis5975]

uHot for African? How xenophobic.

[@Mpumimbethe]

But he said "wena uHardcore African. Yes, very much HARDCORE" 4:08

[@lefamaine8593]

😭😭😭😭💫💫💫💦🫧🧊🍁..... *A day without ME watching this interview should never come and even if it does, let it be the last.