919 FM The Social Impact Show with Samm Marshall

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
389 Episodes
100 – 120

Mentorship = Hidden Wealth: How to Unlock Doors Money Can’t Buy | Charmaine Soobramoney

💡 This week on Wealth Zen, Charmaine Soobramoney reveals why mentorship is the ultimate wealth hack—especially in a country where 60% of youth are unemployed. Discover how a 2,500-year-old Greek myth could solve South Africa’s triple crisis (poverty, inequality, joblessness). 🔍 You’ll Learn: The shocking stats: Only 1,679 active mentors…
22 Jul 19 min

Beyond Feel-Good Giving: How to Make Mandela Month Truly Transformative | Oasis Haven

🌟 This Mandela Month, The Social Impact Show challenges listeners to rethink charity. Sam Marshall sits down with Tundani & Chuma from Oasis Haven—a Johannesburg safe house raising orphaned kids for 20+ years—to reveal why sweets and paint jobs aren’t enough. 🔍 Hard Truths You’ll Hear: "Feel-good giving fails kids."…
22 Jul 19 min

The Courage to Relaunch: How Women Can Reinvent Themselves After Life’s Pauses

"What happens when life hits 'pause'—and how do you hit 'play' again with confidence?" This #WinningWomenWednesday, join Katie Mohamed—adventurer, strategist, and change-maker—and Sam as they dive into the powerful journey of relaunching yourself after a career break, motherhood, entrepreneurship, or personal reinvention. 💡 Key Takeaways: ✅ The "Pause Privilege" –…
21 Jul 13 min

Beyond Feel-Good Giving: How Oasis Haven is Reshaping Mandela Month Impact

In this special Mandela Month edition of Your Morning of Impact on 919 FM, Sam Marshall sits down with Qondani Tshuma from Oasis Haven, a Johannesburg-based child and youth care centre that’s been changing lives for over 20 years. They unpack the true cost of caring for vulnerable children and…
21 Jul 19 min

From Anti-Drug Crusader to CBD Pioneer: Nick Verster’s Unlikely Journey to Healing

What happens when a former financial crime investigator—passionate about fighting drug trafficking—discovers the life-saving potential of CBD? Meet Nick Verster, founder of NVJ Quality Products, a South African wellness brand backed by celebrities like Mike Tyson and Wiz Khalifa. In this raw and revealing conversation, Nick shares: 🔥 His dramatic…
14 Jul 24 min

Biosphere 2: The $82,000/Day Experiment That Proves Earth Is Irreplaceable

In this episode of Tipping the Scale, Bernadette Bule unravels the shocking story of Biosphere 2—the 1990s experiment where scientists sealed themselves inside a $150M replica of Earth… only to face oxygen deprivation, food shortages, and infighting. 🔍 You’ll Discover: What the biosphere really means (and how your daily habits…
8 Jul 19 min

From Everest to Empowerment: Angela Yeung’s Brave Climb for GBV Survivors

🏔️ "I summited Everest with frostbitten cheeks and a backpack full of bras – because survivors deserve dignity." – Angela Yeung In this powerful Social Impact Show interview, Angela Yeung (mountaineer, jeweler, and founder of Impilo Collection Foundation) shares: 🔥 The Ascent: What it’s like to be the 2nd South…
8 Jul 28 min

Ports, Poisoned Snacks & Power Plays: Kanthan Pillay’s Fixes for SA

🔧 "South Africa’s problems need systemic solutions – not quick fixes." – Kanthan Pillay In this week’s How to Fix South Africa, author and analyst Kanthan Pillay tackles: ⚠️ The Spaza Shop Crisis: Why cracking down on shops won’t stop poisoned snacks (and what will) The supply chain criminals who…
7 Jul 29 min

Service as Strength: How Women Lead with Purpose (Winning Women Wednesday)

💫 "When women embrace service as power, they change the world." – Katie Mohamed This week on Winning Women Wednesday, Katie Mohamed and Sam unpack: 🔥 The difference between being OF service vs. IN service – and why both matter 💡 Stories of African women leaders – From Yvonne Chaka…
3 Jul 34 min

When Can You LEGALLY Fight Back? (Self-Defense vs. Assault in South Africa)

🥊 "That ‘self-defense’ punch could land you in jail for 10 years." – Jarrett Jones In this explosive Justice in Motion episode, legal expert Jarrett Jones breaks down: ✅ The 3 Golden Rules of Self-Defense in South Africa (Hint: #2 shocks most people) ✅ Real-life scenarios analyzed: 🚗 Road rage:…
3 Jul 28 min

🔥We’re not waiting for change—we’re training it. – KK Diaz

In this powerful Social Impact Show interview, KK Diaz (founder of the 10,000 Champions Movement) reveals how his Soweto-born initiative is equipping young South Africans to lead, innovate, and thrive by 2030. 🎙️ Key Takeaways: The Kilimanjaro Mindset: How a 2013 climb sparked a movement to prove “massive goals are…
3 Jul 19 min

Empowering Youth-Owned Businesses with AI: Samantha Singh’s Blueprint for Success

🚀 "AI is more than just writing emails – it’s a lifeline for young entrepreneurs." – Samantha Singh In this Social Impact Show interview, Samantha Singh (Founder of Fluid Intellect) reveals: 🔥 The Satori Advantage: How this proudly South African AI tool outperforms global models for local businesses Real-world applications:…
1 Jul 16 min
100 – 120