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The Social Impact Show with Samm Marshall

Welcome to The Social Impact Show, the podcast that brings you powerful, uplifting stories of people making a difference in Johannesburg and beyond! Hosted by Samm Marshall, this show dives into the heart of social impact, exploring the inspiring journeys of changemakers, community leaders, and everyday heroes who are transforming lives.
Weekly English South Africa Business · Non-Profit
325 Episodes
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African Social Impact Round Up Stories Ep 1

Every Tuesday at 9:30, we bring you the Social Impact Roundup Stories —your go-to spotlight on the innovators, deals, and movements driving real change across the continent. Here’s what’s making waves this week: 💡 This Week’s Top Stories: 1. Nigeria’s CEO Connect Forum Champions Shared-Value Business Models 2.Fintech Milestone as…
13 Aug 2 min

Ask Karabo: The Game-Changing AI Tool Fighting for South Africa’s Environmental Justice

In this urgent and eye-opening conversation, attorneys Tatenda Muponde and Dimakatso Sifatsa from the Centre for Environmental Rights unveil Ask Karabo—a revolutionary new platform empowering communities to defend their right to a healthy environment. 💡 Why This Matters: ✔ "Environmental rights are complex—but they shouldn’t be inaccessible." How Ask Karabo…
12 Aug 19 min

Banana Pads & Food Waste Gold: Meet Africa's Young Innovators Transforming Lives

In the spirit of Women’s Month, we sit down with two trailblazing young African women turning waste into powerful solutions. Esther Ololude, 23, is the Nigerian founder of Vanille, creating 100% biodegradable sanitary pads from banana stems. And from Uganda, Suzanne Nassolo, also 23, is behind Evergrow Organics, transforming street…
12 Aug 15 min

📚 From IT Tech to Township Bookstore Hero: Katlego Rammusa’s Tech4Good Revolution

How does an IT professional transform a township’s literary landscape? Meet Katlego Rammusa—Microsoft-certified tech expert, 11x author, and the force behind Attridgeville’s first community bookstore. In this Tech4Good episode, discover: 🔥 The ATT Principle: How Action + Timeline = Tangible Results built his empire 📖 Why a Bookstore? "In townships,…
12 Aug 21 min

From Employee to Empire Builder: Veronica Moleele's Penquin Journey

What does it take to lead with heart in a cutthroat industry? In this Lucky Hustle episode, Darren Morris sits down with Veronica Moleele—the visionary behind Penquin's legacy—to unpack: 💡 From intern to owner: How she climbed the ladder within the same agency—then bought it. 💡 "If you can sell,…
8 Aug 44 min

When Women Rise, We All Rise: Honoring SA’s Legacy & Shaping Our Future

In this stirring edition of Winning Women Wednesday, Katie Mohamed and Sam reflect on the meaning behind South Africa's Women's Month — far beyond hashtags and holidays. From the legendary 1956 march of 20,000 women to today’s digital activism, they unpack how the legacy of iconic leaders like Lillian Ngoyi,…
6 Aug 28 min

Defamation in the Digital Age: Think Before You Post

In this explosive episode of Justice in Motion, attorney Jared Jones returns to tackle one of today's most misunderstood legal issues: defamation on social media. From viral memes to anonymous rants and even a simple like, what seems like harmless online banter could land you in court. Together with host…
6 Aug 27 min

The 11 Elements of Transformation: Steve Tsakiris on Finding True Wealth & Inner Peace

What does true wealth really look like? In this profound Wealth Zen episode of The Social Impact Show, transformational coach Steve Tsakiris (a protegé of MindPower’s John Kehoe) reveals his 11-element framework for mastering inner peace, conscious intention, and the courage to rewrite limiting beliefs. 🔹 From engineer to spiritual…
5 Aug 37 min

🌍 Triple P Bottom Line – Where purpose meets profit, hosted by Diane Naidoo.

This Women’s Month special features Inga Sibata, founder of Stitched by Inga, who: ✅ Launched a 3-branch fashion brand during lockdown ✅ Grew 300% in COVID by designing for real African bodies ✅ Balances creativity with CEO duties (and her fabric scissors rules!) 🔥 Key Takeaways: Why her "multi-season designs"…
5 Aug 42 min

Lawyering With Heart: How 3 Women Launched a Firm During Lockdown | Social Impact Show

⚖️ The Social Impact Show – Spotlighting change-makers with Sam Marshall. In this Women’s Month special, meet Nicole Naidoo-Roopnarain, co-founder of RPN Attorneys Inc – the all-female law firm that: ✅ Launched 3 branches simultaneously at the height of COVID-19 ✅ Taught themselves marketing/accounting when lockdown hit ✅ Challenges stereotypes…
4 Aug 19 min

From PR to Powerhouse: Inga Sebata’s Journey of Fashion, Fear & Fierce Femininity

It’s a pink Monday on the Triple P Bottom Line! Join Diane Naidoo and Sam as they chat with PR professional-turned-fashion entrepreneur Inga Sebata, founder of StitchedByInga. Inga shares her inspiring path from side hustle to studio, navigating imposter syndrome, building a brand for the real African woman, and growing…
4 Aug 38 min

From Resistance to Reign: The Untold Power of African Women

This special edition of Winning Women Wednesday with Katie Mohamed and Sam is more than a moment — it’s a movement. In honour of Pan-African Women’s Day, we take a powerful journey through the untold stories of African women who’ve shaped the continent — from resistance to leadership, from rural…
4 Aug 29 min

Courtroom Chaos: How NOT to Act in Court & at the Police Station

Ever wondered what happens if you argue with a judge or record court proceedings? Spoiler: JAIL TIME. In this eye-opening episode of Justice in Motion, legal expert Jared Jones breaks down the do’s and don’ts of courtroom and police station etiquette. Learn: ✔️ Why rolling your eyes at a judge…
4 Aug 20 min
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