Things that matter - A podcast about people for people

In this episode of Things that matter, Donna and Chantal introduce the podcast and talk about some of the topics that will be covered going forward. They also ask listeners for help.

In this episode which is part 1 of 2 dealing with recycling, we talk about pickers (also known as waste pickers) and how important they are to recycling efforts in South Africa. For the list of resources used and read for this episode, please go to https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bnBOIGnNFsz29a7AX-afMX_2Tunc009z/view?usp=sharing

Ever wondered how recycling works with pickers? What processes are involved? In this episode which is part 2 of episode 1, dealing with recycling, we talk to Desmond Moloisi who is the small business manager at MPACT who answered these questions. He also shared how recycling companies rely on pickers and how pickers, in turn, rely on these companies. The website address for the company interviewed: www.mpactrecycling.co.za #MPACT #Recycling #wastepickers #SARecycling #upcycling #zerowaste #ecofriendly #reuse #sustainability #environment #wastemanagement #savetheplanet

In this episode which is the first of three parts, we chat about why we chose this topic and what the episode is all about. Here is a link to the article we refer to in the episode: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1D9KQnPaMjg_8VfkTI83QEK3A45eTfauM/view?usp=sharing

This is part 2 of the episode on COVID-19 and the elderly. In this part, we asked a few elderly people how they feel about the pandemic.

In part 3 of this episode, we chat to a few children and grandchildren to hear their thoughts and fears around COVID-19 and their parents or grandparents. If you'd like to share your experiences about COVID-19 and your parents/grandparents, please email us on podcast.thingsthatmatter@gmail.com

In this episode which is the first of three parts, we talk about animal rescue. In part 1 we chat to Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital to find out what happens behind the scenes and how we can make a difference to our wildlife and environment. The website address for Johannesburg Wildlife Veterinary Hospital: http://www.johannesburgwildlifevet.com/

This is part 2 on animal rescue. In this part we chat to Sandpaper Kisses Fundraising SA to find out how they assist special needs cats as well as feral colonies. There are also a few tips on how we can assist. The website address for Sandpaper Kisses Fundraising SA: https://spkfundraising.weebly.com/

This is part 3 on animal rescue. In this part we chat to Monkey Helpline. Let’s educate each other on the wildlife around us. We can all live in harmony. The website address for Monkey Helpline: https://www.monkeyhelpline.co.za/

In this episode, which is part 1 of 2, we talk about the autoimmune disease, Lupus. We share information on what it is, the symptoms and causes, and the diagnosis and treatment for it. Click on the link to view the resources used for this episode: https://docs.google.com/documenthttps://drive.google.com/file/d/1leQFvf1MkoBX0XKDuiyk85hXoz30A0K0/view?usp=sharing

In this episode, which is part 2 on the topic covering Lupus, we interview a sufferer from the disease. Listen to the very frank account of her struggles with and from the disease.

In this episode which is the first of two parts, we talk about personal safety. We dedicate episode five, to all those who have been affected by crime and violence, particularly women. USEFUL NUMBERS TO KEEP (applicable to South Africa only) SAPS Emergency Services: 10111 CHILDLINE SOUTH AFRICA Report child abuse call: 0800 055 555 GENDER BASED VIOLENCE COMMAND CENTRE Report abuse, call the emergency line: 0800 428 428 SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE Report all cases of rape, sexual assault or violence to a local police station or call the Crime Stop number: 086 00 10111 COMMISSION FOR GENDER EQUALITY Report Gender Discrimination and Abuse: 0800 007 709 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HELPLINE Call: 0800 150 150

This is part 2 on personal safety. In this part we chat to Kelee Arrowsmith from ACT Personal Safety. Kelee will share valuable tips and information regarding personal safety. The website address for ACT Personal Safety is: https://www.personalsafety.co.za/ USEFUL NUMBERS TO KEEP (applicable to South Africa only) SAPS Emergency Services: 10111 CHILDLINE SOUTH AFRICA Report child abuse call: 0800 055 555 GENDER BASED VIOLENCE COMMAND CENTRE Report abuse, call the emergency line: 0800 428 428 SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE SERVICE Report all cases of rape, sexual assault or violence to a local police station or call the Crime Stop number: 086 00 10111 COMMISSION FOR GENDER EQUALITY Report Gender Discrimination and Abuse: 0800 007 709 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE HELPLINE Call: 0800 150 150

In part 2 of this episode, people share stories about the fun things their animals have done. A great light-hearted episode that will hopefully make you smile. Here's the link to the photos of Heidi's animals: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XgXV1J6sMfgOIqn-MbJgeb3RDlzIgt1i/view?usp=sharing

In this episode, Donna and Chantal introduce the topic and share some stories.

We chat to clinical psychologist, Nicolene Leonard. What is depression and what can we do to help ourselves and our loved ones? If you need further assistance please feel free to contact Nicolene on 079 768 5351 or email nicoleneleonard@hotmail.com. Please see below contact numbers for other assistance you may need: Alcoholics Anonymous 0861 435 722 www.aasouthafrica.org.za AIDS Helpline 0800 012 322 Autism South Africa 011 484 9909 www.autismsouthafrica.org Childline 08000 55 555 www.childlinesa.org.za COVID-19 Counselling 0800 786 786 Gender Based Violence Command Center 0800 428 428 Gift of the Givers Careline 0800 786 786 www.giftofthegivers.org Lifeline 0861 322 322 www.lifelinesa.co.za LoveLife 0800 121 900 www.lovelife.org.za Narcotics Anonymous 083 900 6962 www.na.org.za OUT Helpline 0860 688 688 www.out.org.za POWA 076 694 5911 www.powa.co.za SA Federation for Mental Health 011 781 1852 www.safmh.org.za SASSA Call Centre 076 694 5911 www.sassa.gov.za SABDA 011 326 0661 www.sabda.org.za SANCA 011 892 3829 www.sanca.org.za Tough Love 0861 868 445 www.toughlove.org.za Women Abuse Helpline 0800 150 150

In this episode, we talk about being an alien in your own country. We interview Ethel Munyai from the Outreach Foundation's Counselling and Migrant Support programme. To access the list of references for this episode, here is the link to the google drive PDF: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OG89lnYN9Udch5dTsOoAYYd-6x_naB0u/view?usp=sharing/1OG89lnYN9Udch5dTsOoAYYd-6x_naB0u/view?usp=sharing

In this episode we talk about people doing good things. We chat to Themba Mathebula from Vunene Do Good Movement to find out more about the amazing initiative that he has started. Vunene Do Good Movement NPC is a registered NPO with a vision to help learners stay in school. They support learners with necessities including school shoes, uniforms and sanitary pads for girls. Contact details Themba Mathebula Vunene Do Good Movement Email: info@vunenedogood.org.za Cell: 076 821 2508 Facebook: @vunenedogood Instagram: @vunenedogood

This episode is all about us celebrating our first birthday in July 2021. This introduction gives you our intention for the month and what we need you, our listener, to do. We'd love it if you would send us feedback through our email which is thingsthatmatter[at]gmail.com - use the @ sign when you do it...we don't want spambots sending us stuff that's why we do that :). Take care and we look forward to hearing from you!

Part 1 in the series. In celebration of our 1st birthday in the month of July, we welcome our NPO guest - The Hospice Palliative Care Association of South Africa MISSION STATEMENT "To promote quality in life, dignity in death and support in bereavement for all living with a life-threatening illness by supporting member hospices and partner organisations." CONTACT DETAILS Tel: +27 (0)21 531 0277 Fax: +27 (0)21 531 1706 Email: info@hpca.co.za Operating Hours Monday – Friday (08:00 – 16:00) ADDRESS 33 York Street, Claremont, Cape Town 7708 OTHER CONTACTS General enquiries: info@hpca.co.za Secretary to CEO: amanda@hpca.co.za Finance: finance@hpca.co.za Website: https://hpca.co.za/