Creators and Guests

Sadaf Vahedna produces and hosts Alt|Life. Her background is in building businesses and community initiatives, and her current focus is the inner architecture of change—nervous system, meaning, relationships, and the invisible forces that shape how we live. She approaches each episode as a real inquiry: curious, rigorous, and open to mystery—without losing discernment.

Sarah-Jane Ponce Asok is Alt|Life's podcast manager and guides the production process alongside Sadaf while also working with Sadaf to ensure the marketing for the podcast is done right. Sarah Jane Ponce Asok is a visionary entrepreneur and community advocate. As the co-founder and driving force behind AVC Studio, she has spearheaded the production of over 3,000 episodes, the successful launch of more than 70 podcasts, and the creation of 100+ shows in just 12 years. AVC Studio is more than just a digital marketing firm; it’s a mission-driven initiative tackling high unemployment rates by hiring and transforming local out-of-school youth into high-caliber leaders. Under Sarah’s leadership, AVC Studio has attracted notable clients, including BossBabe, with over 3 million Instagram followers; Fat Burning Man, with 7 million podcast downloads; and former WNBA President Lisa Borders. Her expertise has also driven the impressive growth of a podcast from 10,000 to 250,000 downloads per month.

Simbarashe Nyahwa is a filmmaker and media analyst with over four years of experience in the TV and Film Industry. Specializing in producing and post-production, he has honed his expertise across various roles, including content curation, editing, and production management. Simbarashe holds a professional certificate in Film and Television Production from Multichoice Talent Factory and a B.A (Hons) in Media and Cultural Studies from Great Zimbabwe University. He is currently pursuing an M.A. in Film and Television Studies at the University of Cape Town. Throughout his career, Simbarashe has worked on numerous film and TV productions, most notably as an EPK producer for Chisara Series (2021). He has also contributed his skills as a VFX supervisor, line producer, and assistant editor for projects across various platforms, for the Multichoice Talent Factory. Simbarashe is passionate about the intersection of media, culture, and storytelling, continuously pushing the boundaries of film production in Africa. His commitment to his craft has earned him recognition in programs such as the One World Media Fellowship and the ‘Future of Film’ Africa initiative.