W.O.R.D Podcast
16 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago -We make mistakes. It's okay. We retweet our issues, hashtag our emotions, and give ZERO F**ks about being right.
Listen to W.O.R.D: A podcast that knows no rules. Here we normalize having hard conversations and share platforms that will help Millennials turn their talents and passions into profit.
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How To Write Killer Headlines Is Simpler Than You Think | Copywriting 101
June 23, 2023 07:04 - 6 minutes - 6.23 MB๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐๐ต๐ฒ๐ฒ๐: instagram.com/guyluyanda ๐ฃ๐ถ๐ฐ๐๐๐ฟ๐ฒ ๐๐ต๐ถ๐: You've poured your heart and soul into creating a captivating piece of content. But there's just one problemโyou're struggling to come up with a headline that grabs attention and entices readers to dive in. Fear not for on this video we embark on a quest to crack the code of writing killer headlines that leave audiences spellbound! __________________ C๐ก๐๐ฉ๐ญ๐๐ซ๐ฌ 00:00 - Spoiler alert 00:10 - Video introduction 01:32 - 1 The power...
I Studied Medicine In Malawi To Become A Fulltime Uber Driver In Cape Town | Ride For Conversations
August 26, 2022 08:01 - 10 minutes - 9.85 MBYou might not share the same sentiments with this guy - it's just another side of the story. So, I visited Cape Town when I met this open-minded and free-spirited gentleman. Initially, he was just meant to be my Uber driver and get me to the airport - but I got to see and learn beyond my expectations. He went from studying medicine in Malawi to being a comfortable Uber driver in Cape Town - South Africa. We spoke about the state of Johannesburg City versus Cape Town City. For me, it's not...
Art is a Form of Expression, Not Perfection | Working with Converse & African Ginger
August 25, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 23.1 MBLesedi Aiseng came through and inspired us in ways unimaginable. Amongst other profound things he said, he also reminded us that #ART is not a form of perfection but it is a form of expression. We spoke about the struggle of being a creator, ย working with African Ginger, Converse SA and everything in between. Please share your ideas in the comments and let us know what you think about this session. Produced by: The Millennials' Corner Host: Guy Luyanda Guest: Lesedi Aiseng Follow us on...
I Left Home to Hustle in Johannesburg for These Reasons
August 24, 2022 06:30 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBThere's no value in trying to be someone you're not. That's the WORD from Honeybee_Rapqueen who ย joins us on the green couch for some hot conversions around the South African music industry, leaving her home town in search for greener pastures and everything in between. Please leave us a review and share your comments about this session. Produced by: The Millennials' Corner Host: Guy Luyanda Guest: Honeybee_RapQueen Follow us on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3T6NKxs Facebook: https://bit...
I Took a Retail Job Just To Put Food On The Table
August 23, 2022 09:29 - 22 minutes - 27.6 MBThis isnโt another โMoney canโt buy happiness!โ conversation. This is a piece about a personal choice Veli Phasha had to make, and some of the reasons he made it. Forgive my bluntness, that's just how I roll (see what I did, w*nk). That is why I will openly tell you that there is hunger in being a creative and that is discouraging enough for you to stop. I hope Veli's story about WHY he never stopped refuels you to unapologetically chase your dreams. Please share your ideas in the comments...
Progamming is a Learnable Skill
September 20, 2020 16:04 - 14 minutes - 16.8 MBDigital transformation isn't just for Silicon Valley companies or young startups. It's a way of life for any creative expecting to survive in the next decade. Jeff Bezos (the founder of Amazo) said, "in today's era of volatility, there is no other way but to re-invent. The only sustainable advantage you can have over others is agility, that's it. Because nothing else is sustainable, everything else you create, someone else will replicate". Many young people are always complaining about th...
Programming is a Learnable Skill
September 20, 2020 16:04 - 14 minutes - 16.8 MBDigital transformation isn't just for Silicon Valley companies or young startups. It's a way of life for any creative expecting to survive in the next decade. Jeff Bezos (the founder of Amazo) said, "in today's era of volatility, there is no other way but to re-invent. The only sustainable advantage you can have over others is agility, that's it. Because nothing else is sustainable, everything else you create, someone else will replicate". Many young people are always complaining about th...
It's Youth Month - W.O.R.D turns 1 | Lockdown Party
June 06, 2020 14:23 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBGratitude is everything. One year ago, this podcast was born. We had nothing at that time. No equipment, no funding and absolutely no presenting experience. We took everything and put it in God's hands. I could say, we did what we needed to do. People spoke and we listened. This session goes to everyone who watched us grow and all the other people we met later. You all matter. Carry that with you. Let your friends know that as young people, we are great, capable and destined to make magic ...
Don't Sleep on Yourself - Write for Money. #lockdown
April 19, 2020 11:01 - 9 minutes - 12.3 MBThe only exercise most of us have been up to since the lockdown is running out of money. This regressive exercise has had several people growing more anxious. Staying locked in our homes has demonstrated an inevitable impact on our mental health. Mental health is not a white thing. In this session, I share one of the few ways writers can make money from the comfort of their homes. It is no joke that the 4IR is upon us. Therefore, we must learn how to use our skills to reach the light at th...
How Coronavirus cases rise in South Africa?
March 25, 2020 14:01 - 9 minutes - 13.9 MBI woke up this morning to crushing news updates. The Coronavirus cases recorded in South Africa rose to 709 by 25th March 2020. This shows the urgency at which this matter needs to be taken serious by citizens. Being uncertain about tomorrow is scary for everyone. We are not alone. The government, on the other hand, is trying to help and inform people as much as they can.ย WORD urges you to take action and participate in doing everything the government asks of you.ย This too shall pass! ...
123 Facts on 21 days Shutdown South Africa
March 24, 2020 12:17 - 9 minutes - 18.4 MBSouth Africa will enforce a three-week lockdown over coronavirus, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced Monday. This is truly a crutial time for our country's well-being and the economy at large.ย On this session I bring it all in trying to share with you the little that I know about the Coronavirus outbreak and the 21 day shutdown in South Africa. This session is accompanied by a dope Deep House number Composed by NiqDeep ft Sjk-Lacoste - all over again (original unreleased mix) We urge y...
WORD on Corona virus: Who the hell is Covid-19
March 23, 2020 12:54 - 9 minutes - 16.5 MBCorona virus is so viral that no one will finish a sentence without mentioning it. It has been trending for almost a month now, in South Africa. This has seen citizens growing even more anxious and paranoid.ย People say, "this means war" when others are scared for their live. I believe it is crucial for citizens to get a deeper and clearer insight on who and what this Rona-Bbe is. On this session I share information from my light research about the Coronavirus. 1. What Coronavirus is. 2....
How To Thrive Outside Your C.V
December 11, 2019 07:00 - 10 minutes - 7.17 MBThinking outside the box they put us in. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wordpodcast/message
The Truth About Lies
December 03, 2019 09:00 - 10 minutes - 6.91 MBFake it until you crash. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wordpodcast/message
When Days Are Dark, Friends Are Few
November 26, 2019 23:00 - 11 minutes - 7.69 MBFriends and Facades --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wordpodcast/message
The Mind- The Engine
August 12, 2019 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBEver wondered why is it imperative to take care of your Wellness? The answer to that is, "So you will not be forced to take care of your well-being in the future". The mind is generally the most neglected of all mortal awerenesses. It's high time we change that. On this Session: We sit for a heated conversation where we dissect and dwell deeper on an opinion piece delivered by a hustlerpreneur, an accountant and a commercial manager; the one and only Livhuwani Mulaudzi. On her piece, she c...