Echocast Radio Society's Super Heroes

Society's Super Heroes

Society’s Super Heroes is a podcast series celebrating the men, women and organisations who have dedicated their lives to empowering communities, and who work tirelessly to improve the lives of others.

Each sector commemorates an annual day. The days are occasions to educate and to reinforce achievements in humanity. These days are the perfect springboard for awareness raising actions. We will be curating conversations with Super Heroes to explore what their day means to them and shine a spotlight on the work that they are doing. We will be sharing stories of hope and inspired active citizenship as we shift consciousness.

Society’s Super Heroes is hosted by Luke Lamprecht and Karen Landi. Luke has three decades of experience working in the non profit and child protection and development sector. Luke is the Developmental Director of Fight with Insight, a boxing program for inner city youth. Fight with Insight is in Hillbrow, one of the toughest neighbourhoods in the world. Through Fitness, Fun, Friends, and Food, Luke is part of a team of people changing the Future of the youth. Luke chose the road less travelled and shines a light into the darkness, asked why he goes into the darkness, he responds, “because there are people there”. Luke is a serial social entrepreneur and is actively involved with numerous advocacy groups. Karen is a change maker and social entrepreneur with a passion for the youth, active citizenship, and community building. In 2017 Karen co founded Community Hours – a youth volunteering platform, through the platform Karen mindfully worked to change the perceptions of young people around community service, social cohesion and volunteering. She currently runs Ei8ht – a co working space, networking and communications platform for the non profit sector.
Occasionally English South Africa Society & Culture · Social Sciences
46 Episodes
20 – 40

EP26: Parenting in a Pandemic

In the second of our Special Edition Society’s Super Heroes Podcasts we talk – Parenting in a Pandemic. Child Protection Specialist – Luke Lamprecht, is regularly invited to talk to learners, parents and educators. During the pandemic, his insight, wisdom and practical advice has been shared at both primary and…
8 Jul 2021 24 min

EP25: 30th April - A Special Edition of Society's Super Heroes

We are delighted to introduce the first of our Special Edition Society’s Super Heroes Podcasts to commemorate the launch of WMACA’s Athletes Against Child Abuse. Athletes Against Child Abuse is dedicated to creating awareness and education in safeguarding children in the sports environment, and providing victim centric advocacy in the…
29 Apr 2021 26 min

EP24: 28t April - Guide Dog's Day

Wednesday 28th April is Guide Dog’s Day. Guide Dogs make the world a better place for their owners. HOD of Puppy Raising at the South African Guide Dogs Association – Joel van Stavel, and Puppy Raiser – Tammy Visagie joined us in studio accompanied by special guest starts – Kingston…
27 Apr 2021 24 min

EP23: 27th April - Freedom Day

Tuesday 27th April is Freedom Day, the anniversary of South Africa’s first non-racial election of 1994. We feature power couple - Barney and Melany Andrews. Melany speaks of living a life of impact with the goal of creating a life of freedom – free from hate, violence, bullying, poverty, inequality…
26 Apr 2021 29 min

EP22: World Autism Awareness Day - 2nd of April

World Autism Awareness Day celebrates the unique talents of those with Autism, while putting a huge focus on the warm embrace and welcome that these skills deserve through community events around the globe. We were joined by two brilliant and inspirational women – Susan Daly and Dr Dee Blackie. Sue…
1 Apr 2021 30 min

EP21: World Down Syndrome Day - 21st of March

Sunday 21st March is World Down Syndrome Day. Super Hero Parents – Rob and Amy Portman share authentically and generously their journey with their typical son – Trey, and a-typical daughter Nova. When asked what Down Syndrome is, Rob responded, “the most beautiful thing in the whole world”. Amy added,…
20 Mar 2021 23 min

EP20: International Day of Happiness - 20th of March

Saturday 20th March is International Day of Happiness. International Day of Happiness celebrates the importance of happiness in the lives of people around the world. It’s a day to be happy! I am in conversation with Kim Potgieter. Kim is considered one of South Africa’s leading authorities on holistic Financial…
19 Mar 2021 21 min

EP19: World Sleep Day - 19th March

World Sleep Day is on Friday 19th March, the slogan for the 14th annual World Sleep Day is Regular Sleep, Healthy Future. The effervescent Joni Peddie takes us through the science of sleep, and that our beds should only be used for sleeping, sex or reading a paper novel. As…
18 Mar 2021 21 min

EP18: World Day of Social Justice - 20th of February

World Day of Social Justice is on the 20th February, the purpose of the day is to focus on the plight of social injustice throughout the world and recognises the need to promote efforts to tackle issues such as poverty, exclusion, employment, gender equity and access to social well-being and…
19 Feb 2021 31 min

EP17: Donor Day - 14th of February

The 14th February is Donor Day, a day that celebrates people who have helped save people’s lives by donating blood, marrow, tissue, and organs. It’s a day that drives home exactly how amazing and giving the human spirit is because it pays tribute to so many people who have donated…
13 Feb 2021 26 min

EP16: 16 Days of Activism - 10th of December

The 10th December officially marks the end of 16 Days of Activism against Women and Children. Our guest from Cape Town, interviewed via Zoom is Lenina Rassool. Lenina is a journalist with a focus on human rights and social justice. She produces and presents The Womxn Show – a weekly…
9 Dec 2020 23 min

EP15: International Volunteer Day - 5th December

We take a moment to say thank-you to volunteers and to celebrate their efforts. The theme for 2020 is Together we can through Volunteering. Thought leaders in the Volunteering Space – our very own Karen Landi, and Andy Hatfield, talk volunteering, the success during COVID and the impact of volunteering…
4 Dec 2020 25 min

EP14: International Day of Persons with Disabilities - 3 December

The theme for 2020 is “Building Back Better: toward a disability-inclusive, accessible and sustainable post COVID-19 World”. Our in studio guest is Shannon O’Keefe, General Manager of The Sunshine Centre for Children with Disabilities. We discuss Sunshine’s START program and the incredible successes of The Sunshine Centre’s ECDs with inclusivity…
2 Dec 2020 20 min

EP13: World Aids Day - 1st of December

The 1st December marks World Aids Day, this year the theme of World AIDS Day is “Global solidarity, shared responsibility”. Our in studio guest is the fearless teller of necessary truths – Sharon Gordon, CEO of non profit Dignity Dreams and sought after speaker on sex and sexuality. We discuss…
30 Nov 2020 25 min

EP12: Universal Children's Day - 20th November

Universal Children’s Day is celebrated annually on 20th November. The goal of Universal Children’s Day is to improve child welfare worldwide, promote and celebrate children’s rights and promote togetherness and awareness amongst all children. Our in studio guest is Nga Murombedzi from Women and Men Against Child Abuse. Nga is…
19 Nov 2020 23 min

EP11: World Prematurity Day - 17 November

World Prematurity Day is observed on 17 November to raise awareness of preterm birth and the concerns of preterm babies and their families worldwide. Nicole Canin joined us in studio and worked to unpack the impact of a preterm baby. In addition to sharing practical tips and advice, we explore…
16 Nov 2020 23 min

EP10: World Kindness Day - Friday 13 November

World Kindness Day is on Friday 13th November, our guest is Alison Scott – Principal of Bellavista School. Alison’s career interest lies in how children learn; her firm conviction is that the every child can learn! She believes in the brain’s plasticity and in the imperative role of the mediator…
12 Nov 2020 24 min

EP8: World Food Day - 16 October

It’s World Food Day and Chef David Higgs joins us in studio. David shares his love of food, the influence of his parents, caring for his community during COVID and being innovative in order to raise awareness. His work with the Inner City CAN and Cooking for a Cause speak…
15 Oct 2020 28 min

EP7: International Day of the Girl Child - 11 October

It’s International Day of the Girl Child. Join us in conversation with 19 year old Jennifer Maitibi. Jennifer shares her hopes and dreams with us and what it means to be a young woman in the inner city of Johannesburg. Jennifer really inspires us with her commitment and dedication to…
10 Oct 2020 21 min
20 – 40