Wisdom & Wellness with Mpoomy Ledwaba

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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.

  1. Emma Grede On Real Success

    4 DAYS AGO

    Emma Grede On Real Success

    How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉: https://a.co/d/08QQzYtq Sign up for the Wisdom & Wellness Private Membership: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/signup Unlimited WalkFest Durban is on the way! Join us on 2nd May at Durban’s Ocean’s Mall, grab your ticket here: https://www.howler.co.za/unlimitedwalkfest2026 … In this episode, Mpoomy chats with Emma Grede, entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of globally recognised brands like Good American and SKIMS, for a powerful conversation on excellence, leadership, and personal responsibility. Emma shares her journey of becoming, reflecting on the early moments that shaped her confidence, discipline, and approach to work. She speaks openly about the decision to take ownership of her life and success, and how that mindset continues to guide her today. The conversation dives into her book, Start With Yourself,exploring the writing process and the key lessons around self-leadership, growth, and building from a place of inner alignment.  Timestamps 2:55 - Icebreakers 4:00 - Who is Emma in this new season of her life 5:23 - Early moments that shaped her confidence and work ethic 7:32 - Taking responsibility for her own success and life 10:26 - Her book Start With Yourself: writing process and key lessons 13:45 - How her leadership has evolved as her businesses have grown 15:18 - A look into Emma’s daily routine 17:20 - Redefining power and owning who you are 19:20 - Lessons from motherhood 20:50 - Advice for women who are building 21:40 - Wall of Wisdom And if you’d like to go deeper, you can grab Emma’s book Start With Yourself here (use code WWMay15 for a special discount): Buy the book: https://www.takealot.com/start-with-yourself/PLID98752171 Follow Mpoomy: Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en Follow Wisdom & Wellness: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisdomwellness_/ Facebook: Wisdom & Wellness Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in   Listen to Wisdom & Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday! Spotify Apple Podcasts Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.

    24 min

  2. 7 APR

    How Important Is Discernment? with Busisiwe Mothudi

    What does it really mean to grow? In this episode, we unpack the tension between who you were and who you’re becoming. From navigating life transitions to trusting God in uncertain seasons, this is an honest and deeply reflective conversation about faith, identity, and purpose.

    1hr 22min
  3. Empowered, But Exhausted with Dr. Reitumetse Mpholle

    31 MAR

    Empowered, But Exhausted with Dr. Reitumetse Mpholle

    How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉: https://a.co/d/08QQzYtq Sign up for the Wisdom & Wellness Private Membership: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/signup Unlimited WalkFest Durban is on the way! Join us on 2nd May at Durban’s Ocean’s Mall, grab your ticket here: https://www.howler.co.za/unlimitedwalkfest2026 … This week, Mpoomy Ledwaba sits down with Dr Reitumetse Mpholle for a deeply insightful conversation about safety, freedom, and what it truly takes for women to move from simply surviving to fully thriving. In a world where many women navigate daily realities shaped by fear, limitation, and systemic barriers, Dr Mpholle unpacks the powerful findings of the Her & Now report, connecting data to the lived experiences of South African women. She shares her perspective as a researcher and strategist, reflecting on the emotional, physical, and financial factors that shape women’s sense of agency and well-being. Together, they explore how safety is not just about protection, but about creating the conditions for women to dream, grow, and live intentionally. The conversation also unpacks the weight of invisible burdens women carry, and what it means to reclaim autonomy in spaces that often restrict it. Through honest reflection and meaningful dialogue, this episode invites us to reimagine what is possible when women are truly supported. It challenges us to consider how different our lives could look if we felt secure enough to choose ourselves fully. If you’ve ever questioned what it means to feel safe, supported, and free to build a life on your own terms, this conversation is for you. This episode is proudly sponsored by 1st for Women. 1st for Women is a licensed non-life insurer and FSP. Ts & Cs online. To read the Her & Now report discussed in this episode, access it here: https://stdigzadigitalbrandsites.digitalcdn.co.za/ffw-blobs/ce9ab5a39afc4cdcbbba52aa6d24f756/91ad6701388544f3970f38e72668b730.pdf   Timestamps 03:33 - What brings peace 07:13 - Chaos, growth, peace 09:02 - What is safety 10:02 - Financial safety 11:06 - Emotional safety 12:16 - Consistency and safety 13:01 - Childhood and career 15:44 - Human-centered solutions 17:42 - Misunderstanding women 18:02 - Identity shift 19:15 - Having everything 20:29 - Sacrifices 23:05 - Her & Now report 26:44 - Women are tired 28:59 - Money and joy 31:51 - Sisterhood 37:17 - Stay-at-home pressures 39:26 - From exhaustion to empowerment 41:28 - Peace and expectations 44:41 - Burnout wake-up call 49:00 - Emotional safety 49:08 - Power in softness Follow Mpoomy: Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en Follow Wisdom & Wellness: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisdomwellness_/ Facebook: Wisdom & Wellness Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in   Listen to Wisdom & Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday! Spotify Apple Podcasts Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.

    1hr 21min

  4. 24 MAR

    Building a Life on Your Own Terms with Ntando Zikalala

    This week on Wisdom & Wellness, Mpoomy sits down with powerhouse talent manager and entrepreneur Ntando Zikalala for a deeply honest and layered conversation about identity, motherhood, and what it really takes to build a life you’re proud of. From growing up in the shadow of a well-known mother, to navigating insecurity, becoming a teenage mom, and building a career from the ground up—Ntando shares her journey with vulnerability, humor, and truth. This episode unpacks the tension between ambition and motherhood, the weight of expectations, and the ongoing work of becoming a present parent without losing yourself in the process. If you’ve ever questioned your path, your pace, or your purpose—this conversation will meet you right where you are. ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 – 01:08 Pop culture roots, early influences & defining success 01:08 – 02:21 Motherhood fears: disciplining children without losing them 02:24 – 03:38 Wisdom & Wellness membership invitation 03:38 – 04:45 Introduction to Ntando Zikalala & setting the tone 04:45 – 07:04 Vulnerability, safe spaces & protecting people’s stories 07:17 – 09:30 Icebreakers: daily rituals, personality & lifestyle 10:32 – 11:04 Perception vs reality: the truth behind the “put together” woman 11:04 – 12:24 Childhood, being a teacher’s pet & early personality traits 12:25 – 13:56 Growing up with a famous mother & identity struggles 14:29 – 16:12 Children, social media & parenting in the public eye 16:58 – 18:20 Teenage years, insecurity & early work in entertainment 18:20 – 21:00 First exposure to the industry & discovering purpose 21:49 – 23:11 Motherhood: raising teenage daughters as a single mom 23:11 – 24:25 Emotional growth & learning to feel instead of survive 24:30 – 25:47 Teenage pregnancy: shock, trauma & family dynamics 25:47 – 27:27 Navigating pregnancy, support from her grandmother 28:21 – 31:10 Rebuilding life after becoming a young mom 31:10 – 32:08 Identity, limitations & redefining “being okay” 32:09 – 36:07 Entering the workforce & building from opportunity 36:07 – 47:00+ Career growth, entrepreneurship & building “To The Max”

    1hr 38min
  5. Learning to Wait Gracefully

    17 MAR

    Learning to Wait Gracefully

    Learning to wait gracefully  How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉: https://a.co/d/08QQzYtq Sign up for the Wisdom & Wellness Private Membership: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/signup Unlimited WalkFest Durban is on the way! Join us on 2nd May at Durban’s Ocean’s Mall, grab your ticket here: https://www.howler.co.za/unlimitedwalkfest2026 … This week, Mpoomy Ledwaba sits down with Talama Matsepe for a deeply reflective and heartfelt conversation about the true meaning of presence, what it looks like, why it matters, and how it shapes the way we live, love, and lead. In a world that constantly pulls us into distraction, performance, and survival mode, Talama shares her perspective as a therapist, wife, and mother on the power of slowing down and becoming fully present. Together, they explore how presence goes beyond physical proximity, inviting emotional availability, intentional living, and conscious connection in every season of life. Through personal stories, honest reflections, and moments of vulnerability, this conversation gently challenges us to examine where we may be absent in our own lives, and how choosing presence can restore connection, purpose, and peace. This episode is an invitation to return to yourself, to your relationships, and to the life unfolding right in front of you. If you’ve been feeling stretched, disconnected, or overwhelmed, this conversation will remind you of the power of being fully here.. Timestamps 00:02:10 - Opening Reflections on Presence  00:06:45 - The Cost of Distraction  00:11:20 - Learning to Slow Down  00:16:05 - Emotional Availability vs Physical Presence  00:21:30 - Navigating Busyness and Identity  00:27:15 - Being Present in Relationships  00:33:40 - Internal Awareness and Self-Reflection  00:39:55 - The Impact of Presence on Purpose  00:45:10 - Choosing Stillness in a Noisy World  00:51:25 - Practical Ways to Cultivate Presence  00:57:00 - Final Thoughts and Reflections Follow Mpoomy: Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en Follow Wisdom & Wellness: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisdomwellness_/ Facebook: Wisdom & Wellness Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in   Listen to Wisdom & Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday! Spotify Apple Podcasts Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.

    1hr 6min
  6. The Power Of Being Present

    10 MAR

    The Power Of Being Present

    How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉: https://a.co/d/08QQzYtq Sign up for the Wisdom & Wellness Private Membership: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/signup Unlimited WalkFest Durban is on the way! Join us on 2nd May at Durban’s Ocean’s Mall, grab your ticket here: https://www.howler.co.za/unlimitedwalkfest2026 … This week, Mpoomy sits down with Themba Tom Ntuli for a heartfelt conversation about raising emotionally healthy boys, showing up fully in marriage, and building a legacy of love and intentional leadership. From growing up in challenging circumstances, to discovering faith and purpose, to navigating fatherhood and marriage with honesty and courage, Themba shares how vulnerability, mentorship, and intentionality have shaped his journey. This episode is an invitation to reflect on how we raise the next generation of men, show up as fathers and husbands, and live lives that are rooted in love, faith, and emotional wellness. If you’ve ever wondered how to nurture boys into kind, accountable men, or how to strengthen your marriage while growing personally, this conversation is for you. Timestamps 3:30 - Ice Breakers 8:30 - Childhood and Early Lessons: How early experiences shaped his understanding of love and fatherhood. 12:50 - Growing Up in a Shack: Lessons from hardship and how it shapes the man he is today. 15:20 - Encounter with Christ: How faith reshaped his vision and future. 17:35 - The Power of Proximity: Why who you surround yourself with matters. 18:05 - Parental Influence: The role of his parents and the transformation through faith. 27:30 - Navigating Absence: Reflecting on not growing up with both parents and overcoming abandonment feelings. 29:40 - Destiny Helpers and University Journey: The support that guided him to varsity. 34:44 - Raising the Boy Child: Intentional parenting and guidance for the next generation. 39:08 - Affirming Emotions: Why boy children need to feel safe and validated. 41:30 - Biggest Challenge for Boys: The key obstacles young men face today. 42:19 - Creating Space: Allowing boys to explore identity and purpose. 47:07 - Jericho Walls Analogy: How past hurt can block growth and openness. 49:10 - Boys in the Digital Era: Concerns about screen time vs. outdoor play. 52:10 - A Moment of Softness: Learning tenderness through raising a girl child. 53:47 - Mentorship Matters: The critical role men play in guiding boys. 57:45 - Marriage and “The Trying Husband”: The story behind the name and lessons in partnership. 1:01:00 - 3 P’s of a Trying Husband: Provide, Protect, Performance. 1:02:29 - Performance and Masculinity. 1:08:00 - Reflection from Mpoomy’s Book. 1:10:18 - Greatest Lesson from Marriage: What his wife and partnership have taught him. Follow Mpoomy: Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en Follow Wisdom & Wellness: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisdomwellness_/ Facebook: Wisdom & Wellness Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in   Listen to Wisdom & Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday! Spotify Apple Podcasts Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.

    1hr 16min
  7. Build Success That Feels Aligned

    3 MAR

    Build Success That Feels Aligned

    How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉: https://a.co/d/08QQzYtq Unlimited WalkFest Durban is on the way! Join us on 2nd May at Durban’s Ocean’s Mall, grab your ticket here: https://www.howler.co.za/unlimitedwalkfest2026 … This week, Mpoomy sits down with Tinyiko Mokale for a heartfelt conversation about aligning career, life, and personal values for sustainable success. From navigating grief after losing her mother, to building a meaningful career in communications, to showing up fully as a wife, mom, leader, and woman of faith, Tinyiko shares how openness and self-worth have shaped her journey. This episode is an invitation to design a life that reflects who you truly are, without sacrificing wellness, joy, or faith. If you’ve ever felt lost in your career, stretched across too many roles, or unsure how to pursue ambition without burnout, this conversation is for you. Timestamps 5:02 - Ice Breakers 7:30 - Losing Her MomTinyiko opens up about grief, loss, and how that season changed her perspective on life and faith. 10:35 - Childhood and Family RootsA look into Tinyiko’s upbringing and the foundation that shaped her identity. 13:07 - Family Dynamics and ValuesHow she was raised, the dynamics at home, and the values that still anchor her today. 15:00 - When Grief Draws You Closer to GodGrief can distance many from faith, for Tinyiko, it deepened her relationship with God. 16:26 - How the Family Grieved Differently 19:02 - Middle Child ChroniclesThe unseen middle child experience, feeling overlooked, learning independence, and finding your voice. 22:11 - Choosing Communications in a Family of Technical MindsWhile siblings pursued medicine and numbers-driven careers, Tinyiko followed storytelling. 25:52 - Securing an Internship Before GraduationThe power of initiative. She didn’t wait, she pursued opportunity. 27:00 - Losing the Internship and Returning HomeA humbling season. What going back home taught her about identity and resilience. 29:13 - Meeting Her Husband 36:45 - Dating for 3 Years Before MarriageIntentional courtship and building a solid foundation. 39:40 - The Birth of Working Women WednesdayWhy she created a platform for career reflections and encouragement. 44:56 - Balancing Corporate Growth and Social Media PresenceNavigating vulnerability at work while growing online. 47:55 - Purpose and CareerIs your job your purpose? A powerful distinction. 54:12 - What Is Purpose, Really? 54:50 - Showing Up in Multiple RolesMom. Wife. Leader. Sister. Friend.  59:37 - Identity Is Her Greatest WeaponKnowing who you are changes how you move. 1:01:40 - Identity Cannot Be Found Outside God 1:02:05 - For Women Feeling Lost in Their CareersOne practical step you can take today to realign your work with your values. 1:04:10 - Ambition, Rest and Fun Can CoexistHow to pursue excellence without neglecting joy and wellness. 1:06:50 - Habits That Built Clarity and Confidence 1:09:06 - Habits of Growth 1:10:45 - Reflection on Year of YesLessons from Year of Yes by Shonda Rhimes and how bold decisions reshape identity. 1:16:17 - Reflection from Mpoomy’s Book 1:17:59 - Honouring Her Mother’s LegacyHow Tinyiko keeps her mom’s memory alive within her family and daily life. Follow Mpoomy: Instagram: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba?lang=en Follow Wisdom & Wellness: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wisdomwellness_/ Facebook: Wisdom & Wellness Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in   Listen to Wisdom & Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday! Spotify Apple Podcasts Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.

    1hr 21min
  8. Conversations Women Avoid

    24 FEB

    Conversations Women Avoid

    How Did We Get Here? is Mpoomy Ledwaba's best-selling coming-of-age story. Looking back on her upbringing, major milestones and the challenges she’s faced, Mpoomy takes us on her journey of self-discovery. Order your copy here👉:https://www.amazon.co.za/How-Did-We-G... Sign up for the Wisdom & Wellness Private Membership: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/si… Unlimited WalkFest Durban is on the way! Join us on 2nd May at Durban’s Ocean’s Mall, grab your ticket here: https://www.howler.co.za/events/unlimited-walkfest-durban-e2c4 … This week on the podcast, Mpoomy is joined by Buli Makhubo, Architectural Technologist, Digital Creator, and host of the Refine podcast. Together, they dive into the honest, unspoken conversations women often avoid, from friendships and life seasons to personal growth and self-reflection. Buli brings her signature blend of intention, versatility, and faith, sharing real-life lessons that are aspirational yet relatable. They explore what it really means to show up for friends, navigate societal pressures, maintain authenticity, and honor the sacredness of female bonds. This episode is for women at any life stage, whether you’re nurturing friendships, navigating transitions, seeking personal growth, or simply craving deeper understanding and honest conversations. It creates space for reflection, clarity, and inspiration, because the conversations we don’t have can shape the relationships we treasure most. Timestamps 5:00 - Ice BreakersGetting to know Buli, The Woman. The Muse. The Voice. 9:28 - Friendships in the Social Media EraWhy meaningful relationships matter more than likes, follows, and online façades. 12:01 - Who Is Buli, Really?Foundations, values, and how she shows up for people. 18:28 - Honesty as a Core ValueWhy truth is essential in friendships. 23:11 - There Is No Pride in Friendship 27:25 - The 7 Year Ich (Marriage)Lessons from love, growth, and seasons. 29:01 - The Covenant of FriendshipExploring the special promises we make to those closest to us. 35:50 - Lessons from Jesus’ Disciples and 40 days FastingRelationships, access, and trust. 39:57 - Being a Woman TodayReflections on feminism, faith, and the modern female experience. 42:49 - Women in GodModeling godly womanhood in everyday life. 46:34 - Single and ThrivingMaintaining femininity and purpose when society says “be content.” 52:20 - Milestones in FriendshipHandling envy, comparison, and growth when friends seem ahead in life. 58:42 - Early 20s Friendship LessonsBuli and Mpoomy reflect on formative friendship years and key takeaways. 1:02:25 - Comparing Lives and PacesThe dangers of measuring your journey against others. 1:04:44 - Influence and Societal PressureNavigating expectations, judgment, and norms as a creator. 1:08:12 - Boundaries vs Stewardship 1:18:00 - Reflections from Mpoomy’s Book 1:19:58 - Wall of Wisdom Follow Mpoomy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpoomy_ledw... TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba... Follow Wisdom & Wellness: Instagram: / wisdomwellness_   Facebook: Wisdom & Wellness Website: www.wisdomwellness.co.za Sign up for Mpoomy’s newsletter: https://sales.wisdomwellness.co.za/sunday-nuggets-opt-in   Listen to Wisdom & Wellness Podcast 🎧 New episodes drop Tuesday! Spotify Apple Podcasts Like, subscribe, and share with someone who needs this conversation.

    1hr 30min
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