Wisdom & Wellness with Mpoomy Ledwaba

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……In today’s episode, you’re going to hear a deeply honest and refreshing conversation about calling, timing, family, purity, purpose, and what it really looks like to walk with God over the long haul.Joining Mpoomy is Pastor Martin, founder of Eternal Glory Church, a pastor, husband, and father whose journey reminds us that success doesn’t have to be fast to be faithful.Timestamps05:25 Meet Pastor Martin: Nervous, faithful, and walking into a dream06:50 Mpoomy’s childhood moment that shaped her love for preaching07:32 Icebreaker: Childhood dreams and getting to know Pastor Martin10:25 First jobs, early responsibility, and learning to work young11:40 Being intentionally planted early in life and faith12:15 Did he ever imagine another career? (Including dreams of singing)14:00 Bonding over a shared love for R&B music15:00 Family, siblings, accents, and growing up together17:40 Navigating church, culture, and belonging18:35 Building a church that bridges township faith and urban spaces20:34 Growing up with daily prayer, Bible study, and present parents23:10 Nature vs nurture: Shaping a child’s path with intention23:22 Speaking God’s truth over your children24:50 “Let them be” vs being intentional as a parent25:17 How seeing parents pray together shaped leadership and life30:20 When and where Pastor Martin got saved31:14 What made him want to become a preacher34:00 Love story: Meeting his wife and knowing she was “the one”43:05 An honest reflection about purity, struggle, and growth45:00 Why a guarded life comes from presence, not strictness46:56 Standing boldly for truth, even when it makes you an outcast50:20 Being a late bloomer: First car at 32 and trusting the process51:20 Watching peers climb while choosing a different path51:50 You don’t need the whole plan, just the first step59:22 When someone believes in you before it makes sense (David & Adullam)1:04:38 Why pastoral success didn’t happen immediately1:06:00 How to hear God when you don’t recognize His voice1:08:53 Lessons from friendship, marriage, and fatherhoodFollow Mpoomy:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mpoomy_ledw...TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mpoomyledwaba...Follow Wisdom & Wellness:Instagram: / wisdomwellness_ Facebook: Wisdom & WellnessWebsite: www.wisdomwellness.co.zaSign 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.

What happens when three women from three different worlds sit down to redefine beauty on their own terms? A conversation that is raw, honest, and powerful enough to shift how we see ourselves.In this special Dove Live podcast segment at Unlimited WalkFest 2025, Mpoomy Ledwaba is joined by three phenomenal women who each carry their own beauty story, and aren’t afraid to tell it:Anele Nzimande -Maphanga, representing Dove, a brand that has championed Real Beauty for two decades.Amahle-Imvelo “Jaxx” Jaxa, influencer, truth-teller, and a young woman navigating beauty, eczema, psoriasis, and the pressure to always “look perfect.”Lerai “Rai” Rakoditsoe, Gen Z powerhouse and changemaker inspiring young people to break free from clone culture.Together, they dive deep into beauty autonomy, reclaiming our right to define beauty for ourselves… and no longer for the world. From filters, digital distortion, and global beauty standards, to hair loss, insecurity, healing, generational clashes, and what beauty truly means, this is a conversation every woman needs to hear.Timestamp Guide3:00 - When insecurity meets courage. A heartfelt moment as the ladies open up about times they felt insecure but still chose to show up.3:05 - Anele on her biggest beauty insecurity. A vulnerable and refreshing look at the woman behind the work at Dove.4:46 - Lerai’s raw honesty. She shares the insecurities she hides behind the camera and the ones she’s still healing.5:40 - Jaxx’s journey with psoriasis and hair loss. A moving reflection on losing patches of her hair, navigating the condition publicly, and choosing to show up anyway.7:52 - What does “Real Beauty” actually mean? Each woman gives her definition, touching, personal, and paradigm-shifting.13:50 - Digital distortion and how Dove is fighting back. Anele unpacks the realities of edited beauty, how it affects everyday women, and what Dove is doing to protect the next generation.16:33 - Lerai on Gen Z and beauty pressure. She breaks down what young people are experiencing and how filtered perfection is shaping identity.20:27 - Jaxx’s transition into bald beauty. Her daily emotional journey of accepting a version of herself she never imagined, and how she’s slowly embracing it.22:23 - Audience moment. Women in the crowd share what beauty means to them.23:00 - Can generations come together to redefine beauty? The panel unpacks whether we’re truly divided, or simply misunderstood.24:37 - Lerai on bridging generational gaps. 27:12 - Anele on losing her mom and how it shaped her view of beauty. A deeply emotional reflection on grief, growing up too fast, and learning that beauty is less about appearance and more about identity.

In this vibrant, laugh-filled mini-episode, Mpoomy sits down with the always-energetic and effortlessly funny Primo Baloyi, content creator, actor, and South Africa’s unofficial Minister of Vibes.Together, they dive into real conversations about wellness, identity, and purpose… with the kind of humour only Primo can bring.It’s light, meaningful, honest, and playful, exactly the kind of energy Berocca loves.You’ll hear Primo open up about growing up in a sporty family, navigating mental health, finding purpose, and still making room for joy, fun, and his favourite hobbies.Time Stamps02:41 - Primo in Motion: How Primo moves and stays active daily.04:44 - The habits that make the biggest difference in his day6:15 - Primo on Health: His views on holistic health and his mental health journey, growing up in a sporty family.7:13 - Mental Health Now: How Primo is identifying and managing mental health challenges today.7:39 - Sport Injury Story: Primo shares his experience with a sports injury and its impact on him.9:17 - Living in Purpose10:55 - Living Up to his father's Legacy13:45 Surprising Success Lessons: The most shocking thing he’s learned about success.16:44 - Wellness on the Go: How Primo maintains wellbeing amidst a busy schedule.21:10 - Hobbies and Passions: A peek into the activities that keep Primo grounded and inspired.22:39 - Fun rapid-fire questions to get to know Primo better27:35 - How Primo defines holistic wellness

In the second leg of our live podcast tour with 1Life Insurance, Mpoomy sits down with the inspiring Stephanie for a powerful conversation on identity, motherhood, friendships, and living with purpose.From growing up with foster siblings to navigating grief, money, and parenting, Stephanie shares heartfelt lessons and reflections that will move and motivate you. Plus, a fun round of rapid-fire questions to end the show on a high note!Key Topics Discussed:Ice Breakers: Songs listened to on the way, hiking or gym preferences, praying first or talking it out.Stephanie's Upbringing: Family dynamics, early lessons that shaped who she is today, and growing up with foster siblings.Reflection Question: Have you made ‘little you’ proud?Financial Relationship: How Steph’s relationship with money, material things, and work ethic began, including setting healthy boundaries.Motherhood and Friendship: The positive changes these roles have brought into her life.Parenting Styles: Balancing inherited approaches with how she wants to parent moving forward.Lessons from Children: Rhulani is teaching Steph to slow down.Friendship: Core values and deep-rooted lessons that support a healthy friendship between Steph and Pat.Purposeful Living: Understanding the shift, defining purpose, and embracing obedience and discipline.Dealing with Grief: Coping after the loss of a parent and insights from each phase of grief.Hiking: The truth about hiking, how it can transform your life, and its parallels with the journey of life.Rapid-Fire Questions: A quick round to close the show.Thank You for Tuning In!Visit our website for updates: Wisdom & Wellness - A Vibrant CommunityJoin our mailing list for exclusive news: Sign Up HereFollow us on Instagram: @wisdomwellness_

On this episode the couples open up on the intimacy journey as we discus alot of firsts.

Our favourite sisters from the UK are live with Mpoomy in Cape Town for a raw and heartfelt conversation. They dive deep into faith, femininity, and the complexities of sex, envy, and identity. From personal stories to biblical truths, this episode is a beautiful blend of sisterhood, healing, and truth-telling.Key Time Stamps:2:23 – Icebreakers5:12 – Introduction to our conversation: God, women, and sex5:52 – Community vs. individuality10:38 – Drawing the line in sacrifice19:28 – Embracing difference and comparison28:27 – Navigating envy and jealousy47:55 – God’s images for women54:12 – The enemy’s distortion of women’s image – oversexualization1:01:57 – First introduction to sex and how it affected relationships1:08:30 – What God says about self-pleasure1:21:06 – What you need to know about God, women, and sexThank you for watchingVisit our website for updates: Wisdom & Wellness - A Vibrant CommunityJoin our mailing list for exclusive news: Sign Up HereFollow us on Instagram: @wisdomwellness_

Key Timestamps:01:23 – Hello and meet today’s guest: Nizenande Machi02:04 – The beginning of leadership and confidence for Nizenande04:33 – The power of words: Is it a gift or a weapon?07:19 – How you can create your own safety and grow from a place of love11:13 – Pivotal moments that have shaped who Nizenande is today16:45 – Unpacking “Occupy until Jesus comes”19:04 – The God of order and dominion21:44 – What faithfulness, as a fruit of the Spirit, looks like daily24:30 – Does unconditional love exist? How unforgiveness blocks intimacy27:48 – Breaking down the governance of self33:35 – The process of creative self-governance38:56 – The formula for PURPOSE47:40 – How to mobilize your God-given power49:47 – Let’s talk relationships53:38 – Is God in your marriage?57:53 – The meaning of divorce-proofing1:00:25 – Grief: How it breaks down relationships and families1:07:12 – Believing in God but not believing God1:11:42 – How much relationships affect our life, work, and purpose1:16:05 – Do our whole lives need strategy?1:20:40 – Wall of Wisdom“Acknowledge how you feel, but act on what you know about God.”Thank You for Tuning In!Visit our website for updates: Wisdom & Wellness - A Vibrant CommunityJoin our mailing list for exclusive news: Sign Up HereFollow us on Instagram: @wisdomwellness_