Wisdom & Wellness with Mpoomy Ledwaba

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Wisdom & Wellness with Mpoomy Ledwaba

The Wisdom & Wellness Podcast is a platform where Mpoomy Ledwaba aims to build deep connections with her guests and audience through powerful and relevant conversations. Engaging in life lessons, unique journeys and inspiring listeners and alike to be the best versions of themselves.

  1. How serving others changed Rachel Kolisi

    12 MAR

    How serving others changed Rachel Kolisi

    Episode Summary:  Welcome to our first episode in partnership with The Earthshot Prize, where we highlight and celebrate women in sustainability. In this special episode, we sit down with Rachel Kolisi to discuss her mission in addressing food security and the impactful work of the Siya Kolisi Foundation.   Key Timestamps: 00:45 – Celebrating women in sustainability this International Women’s Month. 01:38 – Meet Rachel Kolisi and her mission to tackle food security. 02:53 – What inspired Rachel to address food insecurity? 04:50 – The early vision before launching the Siya Kolisi Foundation. 07:12 – Raising children to be aware of global and local issues. 10:14 – Focus Area 1: Gender-based violence and providing safe spaces. 14:53 – Focus Area 2: Education & sport—transforming young lives. 19:25 – Focus Area 3: Food security and its impact on communities. 22:00 – Coping with the emotional weight of this work. 24:08 – The story of a woman who changed her community through the foundation. 27:29 – The Nikita Lewis Serenity Hub and why mental health facilities matter. 30:43 – The foundation’s food gardens at schools and their role in sustainability. 34:42 – How serving others has changed Rachel’s life and closing remarks  “The blessing of seeing a need and acting on it can change countless lives.”   Thank You for Tuning In! Visit our website for updates: Wisdom & Wellness - A Vibrant Community Join our mailing list for exclusive news: Sign Up Here Follow us on Instagram: @wisdomwellness_

    40 min
  2. Changing the Narrative with Zandi Ndhlovu

    5 MAR

    Changing the Narrative with Zandi Ndhlovu

    Key Timestamps: 00:43 – Welcome, and let's take a deep dive into our guest’s world, Zandi Ndhlovu aka The Black Mermaid 03:21 – A lesson from the water: learning to be present 04:43 – The dangers of looking back and how it impacts your life 06:35 – Let’s take it back to the beach: The significance of being exposed to the ocean at the age of 12 09:05 – Zandi’s upbringing and career path before discovering her passion for freediving 10:20 – The fears and oppositions you deal with as the first Black female diving instructor 14:20 – What sparked the mission to have inclusion in the ocean 16:10 – How to cultivate mindfulness and discipline daily 17:52 – Why is the Woolworths Farming for the Future Initiative significant for Zandi and the future of South Africa 20:38 – How does the Farming for the Future initiative impact us on a daily basis? 26:14 – How does holistic practice play a role in the commitment to sustainable farming and how other industries can adopt this sustainable practice? 29:10 – How conservation can look in daily life 33:28 – The meaning of regenerated farming in simple terms 36:00 – The bigger picture of ocean preservation and how it ties with Farming For The Future 37:19 – The ripple effect of eating well 41:06 – The message echoed through Zandi’s song 42:58 – How to overcome fear and how overcoming it can change you 45:00 – The hope that comes with the Woolworths Farming For The Future initiative         Thank You for Tuning In! Visit our website for updates: Wisdom & Wellness - A Vibrant Community Join our mailing list for exclusive news: Sign Up Here Follow us on Instagram: @wisdomwellness_

    48 min

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The Wisdom & Wellness Podcast is a platform where Mpoomy Ledwaba aims to build deep connections with her guests and audience through powerful and relevant conversations. Engaging in life lessons, unique journeys and inspiring listeners and alike to be the best versions of themselves.

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