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Every one of us is unique, and uniquely South African. Uveka Rangappa unpacks the stories of real South Africans who've added happiness to their agenda.

The Happiness Agenda With Uveka Rangappa Miyashni Pillay

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Every one of us is unique, and uniquely South African. Uveka Rangappa unpacks the stories of real South Africans who've added happiness to their agenda.

    The Happiness Agenda - S2 Finale: Fanafikile Lephakha - Crossing an Ocean

    The Happiness Agenda - S2 Finale: Fanafikile Lephakha - Crossing an Ocean

    It's Africa Week and also our Season Finale so this week's episode is about the intrepid African spirit. After teaming up with famed adventurer Riaan Manser, Fana crossed the Atlantic Ocean, in a row boat in just 45 days.

    When he's not battling oceans, Fana is the leader of the Mind Refinery Seminar which is aimed at helping people overcome negative mindsets and allow them to focus on achieving prosperity.

    The Happiness Agenda will be on a production break for a while. but don't worry we'll be back on the 18th of June, just in time to celebrate the youth and their contribution to our country and continent.

    • 22 min
    The Happiness Agenda S2E13 - Hayley Christian: Singing Along to the Tune of Happiness

    The Happiness Agenda S2E13 - Hayley Christian: Singing Along to the Tune of Happiness

    "If music be the food of love, play on." William Shakespear said this but its sentiment is echoed in the work of songstress Hayley Christian. She's spent her career working with various charities, using her voice to spread love and joy. 

    • 21 min
    The Happiness Agenda: S2E12 - Zayne Chan: Mother's Day Special

    The Happiness Agenda: S2E12 - Zayne Chan: Mother's Day Special

    As we honour our moms this weekend, one young man tells Uveka how his journey to success would never have happened had it not been for his mother Christine’s strength, courage and determination raising four boys on her own. 

    During the worldwide pandemic, Zayne got to thinking about the longevity of his career within the IT industry with the world becoming completely digitalized. This spurred him on to develop an App that would secure his future and to create a global footprint. Inspired by the movie, The Social Network and Marc Zuckerburg, Zayne wanted to replicate simplicity within the streaming space. This led to hours of planning, investigation, streaming, and problem shooting to develop a unique and economically viable streaming service. 

    This was the birth of SODA POP! Soda Pop, much like other popular streaming services, is completely online. After investigating popular competitors, Zayne designed a service that circumvented the flaws of these companies.

    Soda Pop boasts many features and advantages that other services lack. What sets Soda Pop a part is the fact that you can now stream movies, series and for the first time in South Africa, Live TV Channels and sport!

    • 17 min
    The Happiness Agenda - Episode 20 - Season Finale

    The Happiness Agenda - Episode 20 - Season Finale

    It's been a year of trials and tribulations. 2020 revealed how fragile life can be. But it also showed us a new side to ourselves, one of kindness and compassion. As 2020 draws to a close we would like to thank all of our listeners and guests who helps us spread a little bit of happiness. 

    From The Happiness Agenda Team,We wish you a wonderful holiday season! Stay healthy and happy. 

    • 1 min
    The Happiness Agenda - Episode 18: Tracey-Ann Melville - Happiness Through Healing

    The Happiness Agenda - Episode 18: Tracey-Ann Melville - Happiness Through Healing

    Tracey-Ann Melville has been counselling persons affected by traumatic events since 2012, either as a counsellor or full-time with reputable EMS services. She is passionate about people, providing a hand to guide them through the most difficult times in their lives, and making their situations a little less traumatic with knowledge of what to do after the fact.

    This experience has ultimately brought Trauma Assist to life.

    TRAUMA ASSIST provides a safe space where the client will be empowered to freely express and work through the trauma experienced, finding new coping mechanisms and to find their new normal after a traumatic event. Counselling can be done at the client’s residence, place of work, or The beautiful NAMASKAR Wellness Vub in Lonehill.

    The hub is a sanctuary with rolling lawns under a canopy of trees, encompassing holistic health & wellness, offering a range of alternative orthopaedic and therapeutic disciplines.

    • 19 min
    The Happiness Agenda - Episode 18: Jill Stacey - Autism Ambassador, Author, Mom

    The Happiness Agenda - Episode 18: Jill Stacey - Autism Ambassador, Author, Mom

    After Being inspired by her autistic son, Jill began her career as a passionate advocate for autism awareness. She also works with the Shalom Respite centre where she spends her time enhancing the quality of life and services for the patients. 

    The Shalom Centre's work is often hampered by lack of resources. If you'd like to help, head over to https://shalom-respitecarecentre.co.za/2020-wish-list/ and do your bit 

    • 27 min

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