Heidi Giokos speaks with Dr Shaheda Omar of the Teddy Bear Foundation about the emotional and psychological realities of child abuse; and what it takes to rebuild a child’s sense of safety, dignity and hope after trauma.

Heidi Giokos speaks with Claire Thompson of SFC-SA about the real online dangers facing children today; from cyberbullying and predators to screen addiction and mental health decline. A compassionate, practical conversation on how parents, schools and communities can create safer digital environments and protect childhood in a hyper-connected world.

Host Heidi Giokos speaks to Black Sash’s Kgothatso Sibanda about the systemic barriers that prevent vulnerable South Africans from accessing social protection. A direct, grounded conversation about inequality, administrative injustice and the everyday realities faced by women, undocumented people and families seeking essential support.

Angela reflects on the personal experiences that shaped her activism.

Childline Gauteng is one of the most trusted lifelines for children who feel unsafe, unheard, or alone. In this episode, Heidi Giokos speaks to provincial manager Sandy Mahapi, who brings decades of experience supporting children who reach out in moments of fear, confusion, or crisis.

You are not alone, even if the world has made you feel unseen or unheard.