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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
154 Episodes
120 – 140

Standing Up to Bullying: The Cyberculture Foundation’s Fight for Safer Schools

Fight for Safer Schools Bullying is a crisis affecting over 3.2 million South African learners each year, with devastating emotional, physical, and psychological consequences. Many students suffer in silence, believing that speaking out won’t change their situation. In response, The Cyberculture Foundation, in partnership with Vuma, is taking action through…
6 Feb 15 min

The Power of Reading Aloud: Inspiring Young Minds with READ to RISE

Literacy is the key to a brighter future, yet South Africa is facing a reading crisis—81% of Grade 4 learners struggle to read for meaning, and nearly half of all households have no access to books. On World Read Aloud Day, we celebrate the power of storytelling and its role…
6 Feb 22 min

The Future of Digital Assets: A Conversation with Blake Player from VALR

Cryptocurrency and digital assets are reshaping the financial landscape, offering new opportunities for innovation and financial inclusion. VALR, South Africa’s largest digital asset exchange by trade volume, is at the forefront of this revolution. In this insightful telephonic interview, Samm Marshall speaks with Blake Player, Head of Growth at VALR,…
4 Feb 27 min

Tipping the Scale: ESG & Corporate Social Impact with Bernadette Bule

Join us on The Social Impact Show with Samm Marshall as we explore Tipping the Scale, a segment dedicated to ESG and corporate social impact. This week, Bernadette Bule unpacks how businesses are reshaping communities through sustainability and ethical practices. From ESG strategies to corporate responsibility, we discuss the power…
4 Feb 17 min

Samm Marshall speaks with Paula Quinsee, CEO of Engaged Humans

Restoring Connection in a Disconnected World In a time when AI can detect emotions better than humans, what does this say about our emotional intelligence? Social isolation isn’t just an emotional issue—it has real cognitive consequences, including faster brain degeneration and an increased risk of dementia. In this episode, Samm…
3 Feb 26 min

In this episode of The Social Impact Show, we sit down with Jasmin Church

In this episode of The Social Impact Show, we sit down with Jasmin Church, better known as Jaszzy Jets – a globe-trotting content creator and storyteller redefining how we see Africa and the African diaspora. From her roots in New Jersey to building a life in South Africa, Jasmin’s journey…
31 Jan 35 min

The Social Impact Show, we’re joined by Andre Daniels

In this episode of The Social Impact Show, we’re joined by Andre Daniels, Chartered Reward Specialist and Exco member at SARA, to unpack the hype around AI in the workplace. Andre reveals how companies can avoid the “FOMO trap,” distinguish between automation and AI, and unlock tangible value from their…
29 Jan 21 min

Dr. Chris van Straten, Global Health Advisor at International SOS, unpacks the top mental health challenges

Dr. Chris van Straten, Global Health Advisor at International SOS, unpacks the top mental health challenges—anxiety, depression, and panic disorders—affecting the global workforce. Learn how organisations can tackle workplace stress with proactive strategies like fostering supportive cultures, promoting work-life balance, and equipping managers with mental health first-aid training. Discover actionable…
29 Jan 20 min

The Social Impact Show presents an insightful episode with Professor Anass Bayaga

Professor Anass Bayaga, a trailblazer in neuro-cognitive enhancement and AI innovation in higher education. Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing South African universities, democratizing knowledge, and bridging gaps in education. Prof. Bayaga unpacks the challenges universities face—technological readiness, integration, and gender disparities—and shares strategies to unlock AI's transformative potential. From…
29 Jan 19 min

Revolutionizing Cancer Care: SA’s First Pay-Per-Use PET-CT Scanner Debuts in Rustenburg

"Revolutionizing Cancer Care: SA’s First Pay-Per-Use PET-CT Scanner Debuts in Rustenburg" "Discover how South Africa is transforming cancer diagnostics with the first-ever pay-per-use PET-CT scanner at the Precision Nuclear Oncology and Theranostics facility in Rustenburg. This groundbreaking collaboration between EASE, Ikani Consulting, and the Nuclear Med Group brings cutting-edge imaging…
24 Jan 17 min

Real Madrid Foundation Academy: Changing the Game for South African Youth

"Real Madrid Foundation Academy: Changing the Game for South African Youth" In this episode, Samm Marshall talks to Jevron Epstein about the groundbreaking launch of the Real Madrid Foundation Football Academy in Cape Town. Discover how this elite programme is transforming youth sports by combining world-class football training with academic…
24 Jan 18 min

Empowering South Africa’s Youth: TransUnion GCC Africa’s Learnership Programme

"Empowering South Africa’s Youth: TransUnion GCC Africa’s Learnership Programme" Samm Marshall explores how TransUnion GCC Africa is tackling youth unemployment with an innovative learnership programme. Xoe Mfokazi shares how they’re equipping matriculants and graduates with the skills and opportunities to build successful careers and thrive in the workforce.
24 Jan 19 min

How the Western Soutpansberg Reserve is Transforming South Africa’s Conservation Efforts

"Protecting Nature and Heritage: How the Western Soutpansberg Reserve is Transforming South Africa’s Conservation Efforts" In this inspiring episode of The Social Impact Show, host Samm Marshall chats with Darren Pietersen from the Endangered Wildlife Trust about the remarkable creation of the Western Soutpansberg Nature Reserve. Discover how this 11,607-hectare…
24 Jan 19 min

Join Social TV as Samm Marshall interviews Thelma Mamatlepa

Plant Manager at Henkel South Africa, to uncover the story behind their groundbreaking solar farm at the Alrode plant. Achieving 100% renewable electricity for daytime operations, this innovative project is a game-changer in sustainability, cutting greenhouse gas emissions and aligning with South Africa’s Just Energy Transition goals. Learn how Henkel…
24 Jan 12 min
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