Force for Good with Craig Wilkinson

Many ask how a beer brand can get involved in the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) when alcohol abuse is such a large contributing factor to abuse in the first place. Kerryn Greenleaf, Brand Director of South Africa's biggest beer brand Carling Black Label (CBL), points out that it is the abuse of alcohol not the use of it that leads to GBV. She adds that CBL will always be an unapologetically masculine brand. This aligns perfectly with Craig’s assertion that true masculinity is a great gift to society.

Listen as Craig and Kerryn discuss how a beer brand’s commitment to understanding and inspiring men can play such an important role in combatting GBV and how the unlikely collaboration between a beer brand and a non-profit organisation has yielded such tremendous results in dealing with the scourge of GBV.

In this episode, Craig responds to the differing views of a panel of diverse men discussing what it means to be a man. In a time when the definition of masculinity has become confused, men have been demonised and the patriarchy blamed for all that is wrong in the world, the insights and perspectives Craig offers are both refreshing and liberating. Some may say even controversial. Whatever your views this is a discussion worth listening to!

Craig has a frank discussion with Khalil Osiris, international expert on restorative justice, on how we can break out of the man-made construct of racism, embrace our humanity and build a fair and equitable society together. Author, educator, entrepreneur and social activist, Khalil spent 20 years of his life in prison, earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees while incarcerated. His phenomenal personal journey has given him a deep understanding of redemption, personal transformation and social justice. The insights Craig and Khalil share are challenging, refreshing and practical in their call to action.

While many on the left are expressing shock and dismay at the outcome of the recent US elections, a little honest introspection will show several reasons why voters abandoned the Democratic Party in record numbers and voted for Trump. In this podcast Craig delves into the reasons why one particular demographic group chose Trump over Harris. And it has nothing to do with misogyny or any of the other angry, ism-based epithets hurled at them. Honestly addressing the simple question, why men voted for Trump, surprisingly reveals some profound answers about how we can truly, actually build an equitable, safe, inclusive future for all. Who would have thought?!

Alwyn Uys’ 33-year old life is a miraculous and inspiring story of triumph in the face of utter tragedy. Destined for greatness as a South African rugby player, he trained at the prestigious Sharks Academy and was on track to making the Springbok team. But a devastating car accident in 2014 changed everything, leaving him paralyzed from the waist down. Refusing to let his dreams end there, through faith and resilience Alwyn found the strength to embrace his new reality and redefine his dreams. He became the first paraplegic in the world to swim the 8km stretch from Robben Island to Blouberg Beach, the first South African paraplegic to conquer the Ironman 70.3 and the winner of two SA Paracyling gold medals. His moving documentary ‘Against All Odds’ was recently a finalist at both the National Film & TV Award (NFTA) and the South African Film and Television (SAFTA) Awards.

But he didn’t stop there. Today, Alwyn continues to inspire others through his story, showing what’s possible against all odds. As a motivational speaker, he empowers people to overcome their own challenges and through his ministry he helps others break the emotional and physical chains holding them back. His story proves that faith and resilience truly have no bounds.

Join Craig as he chats with Alwyn about his incredible story. Find out what it took for Alwyn to rise above the inevitable depression and suicidal thoughts that follow such a devastating event, and face his new reality with courage and determination. How he resolved not only to not let it destroy him, but used his pain as his source of power to unleash a champion! This episode of ‘Dangerous But Good’ will empower YOU to be a danger to despair and hopelessness, no matter what you face in life.

True masculinity is a great gift to the world and all who live in it. Yet the narrative about masculinity has become confused and negative. Men often feel as though they need to justify themselves, that being a man is a bad thing and masculinity is something to be ashamed of. The opposite is true! Men are made to be a powerful force for good, and we need to understand how to harness that force.

In this episode Craig goes deep into the power of positive masculinity - what it looks like, how to live by it and why it matters. It will inspire men to step up, live a purpose-driven life and use their masculine strength for good, and to be great allies to women.

Nothing strips a person of power and keeps them from achieving more than a belief that the world owes them something. Once you discover that the pen that writes your life story is firmly in your hands, a world of possibility opens up. Join Craig in this inspiring conversation with strategist, educator and business leader Vikela Rankin about taking control of your life and making great things happen. You don’t know what you are capable of until you discover who you are and make a decision to be everything you can be.

Sexual abuse of boys happens more often than we think, but it's rarely talked about. Why? Because shame, fear of looking weak, and pressure to appear "tough" keep many boys silent. In this episode, Craig sits down with Martin Pelders, a survivor and activist, to dive deeply into the untold truth of male sexual abuse. They’ll shatter the myths, challenge the misconceptions, and offer hope to those who’ve experienced abuse or know someone who has. If you've ever doubted that men and boys can be victims, this episode will open your eyes.

The most important human relationship you will ever have, is the one you have with yourself. How healthy is that relationship? You spend every moment of your life with yourself. The quality of your inner dialogue determines the state of your mental health. Healthy inner dialogue equals good mental health. Toxic, demeaning inner dialogue equals poor mental health.

Join Craig as he unpacks how to transform your inner dialogue and answer the crucial questions of your identity, value and place in the world. You have something unique and brilliant to offer the world! But you will never realise your full potential or be a force for good without a clear sense of your identity and value. Knowing who you are and believing in yourself are prerequisites for being dangerous but good!

Our humanity makes us one. Our diversity makes us beautiful. As we continue to celebrate Heritage Month, we must never forget that we are all human first. Celebrating our heritage means celebrating the multiple different flavours of our expression of humanity. It’s our diversity that makes the world so spectacular and our humanity that makes it worth living in.

Join Craig and Podcast Party’s resident critical thinker Jack Motlanthe, as they discuss both the pain and beauty of our heritage and what we need to do to build a great future together.

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