The Social Corner

"It's The Season 3 Finale" w/ Daina Anderson Mpunzi

It's the end of Season 3 and I just want to say a personal thank you to all of you who have watched, listened, liked, shared and commented on the episodes this season - and a huge welcome to those of you who found me this season and subscribed to my channel or followed my social handles.  This season was all about levelling up and expanding the reach of the conversations - that's why me and the production team hit the road - and I decided to open up and share more of my own Social Journey. In this finale episode, and the first of its kind on the show - I'll take you through some of my most stand out and impactful moments of this season and share some of my takeaways. So dive in and let me know in the comments what was your favourite moment of the season? Make sure to check out and follow me on all my socials too: Instagram: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Tik Tok: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Website: www.dainaandersonmpunzi.com

"Rolling Back D.E.I Is A Mistake Many Companies Will Regret In Time" w/ Duro Oye

In 5 Years Time Gen Z Will Make Up 75% Of The Workforce? And In 2050 The Global Majority Will Make Up 50%? Are Companies Rolling Back On Their DEI Making A Mistake? In this weeks episode, Duro Oye founder and CEO of Award Winning Social Enterprise 20/20 Levels joins Daina to talk about why the future of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is more critical than ever, and how his childhood experiences helped him develop essential skills in business and advocacy. As a true advocate for lasting change, Duro is expanding 20/20 Levels into a launchpad for the next generation of social entrepreneurs, while continuing to drive conversations in boardrooms as a key voice for diversity and equity. If you want to be inspired by a true leader today, this episode is most definitely for you. Make sure to check out and follow me on all my socials too: Instagram: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Tik Tok: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Website: www.dainaandersonmpunzi.com

"You Can Present The Argument Without Giving All The Answers" w/ Rachel De-Lahay

Can art frame the way we see the world, without giving us all the answers? In this episode, Award winning Playwright and Screenwriter, Rachel De-Lahay joins Daina to explore storytelling, perspective, and the power of asking better questions, has defined her path in Theatre and Television. Known for her thought-provoking depictions of Race and Class, Rachel reflects on how growing up in Birmingham laid the foundation for stories that would go on to reach national stages and global screens. From her award-winning debut The Westbridge to acclaimed screen work like Noughts + Crosses, she opens up on how she balances personal conviction with open-ended narratives, and how becoming a mother of two has once again shifted the lens through which she sees and tells stories. If you haven't already, subscribe so that you don't miss an episode and please like, comment and share to spread the word. Make sure to check out and follow me on all my socials too: Instagram: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Tik Tok: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Website: www.dainaandersonmpunzi.com

"Unlearning Masculinity, Reclaiming Our Identity Through Books" w/ The Forum Men's Reading Club Part 2

In Part 2 of this reflective and layered conversation, the men of The Forum reading club explore how societal structures have shaped and, in many cases, distorted how men from the global majority see themselves. They share personal experiences, from generational expectations to the quiet burdens of masculinity, and reflect on how systems built around dominance, silence, and individualism often leave little room for emotional complexity or cultural nuance. Through books and open dialogue, they break down the ideas that helped them question, unlearn, and grow; shifting the narrative from survival to self-awareness and from isolation to connection. If you haven't already, subscribe so that you don't miss an episode and please like, comment and share to spread the word. Make sure to check out and follow me on all my socials too: Instagram: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Tik Tok: ‪@dainaandersonmpunzi‬ Website: www.dainaandersonmpunzi.com

"Brotherhood, Books and Becoming" w/ The Forum Men's Reading Club

Is Masculinity defined by it's proximity to Eastern and Western Culture? In Part 1 of this thought provoking episode of The Social Corner, Daina divulges into the thoughts, feelings and opinions of the founding members of The Forum - a transformative reading club where literature meets self-exploration. They unpack masculinity, discuss the tension between Western competitiveness vs. Eastern communalism, and reflect on how books have shaped their identity as men whilst pushing back against the grain.   Don't forget to subscribe to the channel and check out Daina on all the Socials too: Instagram:  @dainaandersonmpunzi  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC8vNroxdVBABf88yz45VtrQ] Tik Tok:  @dainaandersonmpunzi  [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC8vNroxdVBABf88yz45VtrQ] Website: www.dainaandersonmpunzi.com