12 episodes
The Empathy Podcast Whitney Cele
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- Society & Culture
Welcome to The Empathy Podcast, we're dedicated to fostering empathy through open dialogue and storytelling. This space is all about sparking change through conversation, a platform where curiosity and concern collide, through the sharing of our various insights and lived experiences.
Tune in as we explore diverse perspectives, challenge (false) assumptions and champion empathy! We hope that every new episode brings us one step closer to a being a more connected and understanding people.
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Owning your Blackness, Ethnicity & Heritage with Allan Basajjasubi
On today's episode we are joined by Ugandan-born, South African-raised Attorney, Allan Basajjasubi.
Alan takes us on his journey of realising, processing, accepting and owning his identity of foreigner in a newly democratic South Africa as an adolescent. He gives us a peak into some of the challenges he faced having to persistently legitimize his presence and belonging!
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Growing up Black with Whitney: "I had pride in my Blackness when I realised what it wasn't"
As we gear up to celebrate Freedom Day in our country's 30th year of Democracy, our 'Growing up Black' series will be revealing how we've individually defined ourselves in the face of adversity.
Because truly, we are who we are, because of what we've endured.
I'll be kicking off the series with a retrospective look at how I navigated the opposing realities of my Black & White worlds as a child in the 90's and early 2000's. As well as celebrating all the people and moments who helped me find pride in my Blackness & culture.
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30 & Single with Amanda K: "We like ourselves & cannot accept the falsehoods given to us as LOVE"
Women in their 30-somethings tend to hear a lot about WHY & HOW they are "alone", I thought it was only fair to wrap up the month of LOVE by sharing what we have to say for ourselves!
My guest this episode is model, voice-actor & corporate baddie, Amanda Kaburise to chat singleness and contentment as a technically old person.
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Love & Then What with Norika: "I am the Red Flag!"
Happy Valentines Day, friends!!!!
Love is supposedly in the air, but not necessarily for everyone... so, we thought we'd spread some good, sweetheart vibes! I'm joined by super sports fan, Norika Naidoo, exchanging views & experiences on love and situationships!
In today's chat, we're focusing on the experiences of single women in their 30s, and the pursuit for meaningful connections. Get ready for the most authentic, fun and heartfelt conversation.
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Black at Work with ChiChi: "Is my blackness or gender being attacked here, or is it both?"
Many people in Corporate South Africa, particularly Black employees, have stories of how proximity to Whiteness has positively influenced their career progression.
But how many of us have taken the time to truly consider how embracing our individuality can enhance not only our personal work journeys, but also contribute to the collective empowerment of Black employees in the workplace.
Amy Chiwaye shares on her struggles navigating the work place as a Black Woman, and the lessons she's drawn from those experiences.
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Black at Work with Andile: "It's not my role to be friendly, I'm here to work!"
The prevailing discourse preaches; NOW is the time for Black employees in South Africa to thrive!
However, some crucial questions remain; do Black people truly experience a sense of empowerment in their professional environments?
While we may actively participate in these spaces, how much do we genuinely occupy and influence them?
What impact have Diversity & Inclusion initiatives had on the daily experiences of Black employees at work?
Andile Cele joined me to help address some of these concepts, it's a conversation you want to sit down for.
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