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I'm Brent Lindeque (also known as the Good Things Guy) and this is Good Things with Brent Lindeque, a podcast and vidcast dedicated to sharing the stories of South Africans who are doing remarkable things. This is South Africa's longest-running good news podcast! Each episode features honest, uplifting conversations with people who are making a real difference... in big ways, small ways and everyt... more

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Protecting wildlife is not just a job for Brendan and Danelle Murray... it is a life’s calling, and this week’s episode of “Good Things with Brent Lindeque” dives into the incredible work they are doing to save some of South Africa’s most vulnerable ... more

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Bronwyn Laird
Survivor of a kidnapping and author
Private individual / Author
Episode: The Kidnapping That Shook a Nation and The Miracle That Followed
Brendan Murray
Founder/Operator of Owl Rescue Centre, wildlife rescuer
Owl Rescue Centre
Episode: The Owl Rescue Centre Story: A Powerful Podcast Conversation
Anton van Heerden
CEO of Dna Eor
Dna Eor
Episode: How Remote Work is Opening Global Doors for South Africans!!!
Kelvin Baalen
South African adventurer and burns survivor
Self/Speaker
Episode: After 413 Days in ICU (And a R21 million bill), Kelvin van Baalen is Thriving
Rianette Leibowitz
Cyber safety advocate and founder of SafetyNet Cyber Safety
SafetyNet Cyber Safety
Episode: What Cyber Safety Really Looks Like in 2026, According to Rianette Leibowitz
Joey Evans
Adventurer, motivational speaker, author
Paraplegic turned Dakar rider and public speaker
Episode: Joey Evans’ Story Will Change How You Think About "What’s Possible"
Mikhail Edwards
Founder of Sirius Bridge Pty Ltd; software developer; PhD student
Sirius Bridge Pty Ltd
Episode: He Finished a Master’s in 10 Months… and He’s Only 24
Chris Lomas
Founder and CEO of Hope4
Hope4
Episode: Meet Chris Lomas: The Hope4 Founder Bringing Dignity, Action And Impact to Communities
Carmen Murray
Founder of Conscious Leaders, Futurist, Numerologist
Conscious Leaders
Episode: AI is Here… But Carmen Murray Says Humans Are Still the Magic!

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Brent Lindeque
Host and storyteller focused on uplifting South African narratives and practical impact stories.

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The Kidnapping That Shook a Nation and The Miracle That Followed
Q: What was the outcome of the court case?
Two of the involved individuals were convicted after a lengthy trial that lasted several years, with the family describing it as a hard but necessary process for justice and healing.
The Kidnapping That Shook a Nation and The Miracle That Followed
Q: How old was Eden at the time of the kidnapping?
Eden was 13 months old when he was abducted, having just turned one.
The Owl Rescue Centre Story: A Powerful Podcast Conversation
Q: What happens to the animals after rescue, and how do you release them?
For each species there are pre-approved release sites; owls are housed in habitat enclosures for about six weeks to secure adaptation before release, and larger animals like baboons go into rehab centers and eventually are released as a troop when a suitable site and monitoring can be ensured.
The Owl Rescue Centre Story: A Powerful Podcast Conversation
Q: Brendan, I need to start at the beginning.
Brendan describes being drawn to animal welfare from a young age, rescuing birds as a teenager, and eventually forming the Owl Rescue Centre to address a gap in actual field rescues rather than just rehabilitation.
The Viral #NOOZ Queen: Gugu Statu on Turning News Into Laughter!
Q: If people want to follow you, what is the biggest social media platform that you would attest? Like the Uron, what is the biggest one? Twitter?
She confirms X (formerly Twitter) as a major platform and notes she's also on TikTok, though she's less active there, with potential to publish more of her news segments as short video content.

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This show centers on uplifting, human-centered stories from South Africans who are making a real difference, across business, technology, philanthropy, resilience, and community. Conversations tend to blend personal journeys with practical insights, highlighting innovation, gratitude, and social impact. A notable strength is the host's consistent focus on hopeful narratives and tangible outcomes, often weaving in lessons for listeners and potential collaborators. The format is accessible for a broad audience—from professionals seeking inspiration to brands looking for meaningful story angles—and frequently features entrepreneurs, advocates, and creators who share actionable takeaways and real-world examples of positive change in South Afric... more

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1. Bronwyn Laird
2. Brendan Murray
3. Anton van Heerden
4. Kelvin Baalen
5. Rianette Leibowitz
6. Joey Evans
7. Mikhail Edwards
8. Chris Lomas

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