Force for Good with Craig Wilkinson

Craig Wilkinson speaks with Tandi Nzimande, CEO of the GBVF Response Fund, about what it will take to end gender-based violence and femicide in South Africa. Behind the headlines are shattered families, survivors fighting for safety and communities living in fear. Public outrage is understandable, but condemnation alone will not break the cycles that produce violence. Lasting change means addressi...

In a world shaped by misinformation, competing narratives, echo chambers and deeply divided opinions, everyone seems convinced they are right. But how can anyone know what is true? In this episode of Force For Good, Craig Wilkinson explores the lenses through which people see reality: upbringing, worldview, personal experiences, hurts, tribal loyalties and the algorithms that increasingly reinforc...

In this moving episode of Force For Good, Craig sits down with Lindiwe Hani for an honest honest and powerful conversation. Lindiwe is the daughter of Chris Hani, one of South Africa’s most iconic liberation leaders. But behind the public history is a very personal story of childhood grief, trauma, addiction, loss, recovery and extraordinary courage. She shares what her father was really like as a...

Men's Mental Health Month gives us an opportunity to talk about something many men carry in silence. In this frank and deeply personal conversation, I sit down with Darren Morris, CEO of Lucky Hustle, to unpack why so many men struggle to speak openly about pain, loneliness, trauma, insecurity and mental health. We explore the pressure men face to always appear strong, the fear of vulnerability, a...

Why are so many young men turning to the manosphere? In this episode, Craig Wilkinson takes an honest look at what’s driving its growth. Following strong reactions to Part 1, this conversation examines both the dangers and the appeal of these movements - highlighting the deeper issue: a global crisis in masculinity. While challenging the toxic elements, he also uncovers what these platforms are ge...

I watched the deeply disturbing Louis Theroux documentary “Inside the Manosphere” recently and it was painful to sit through. It highlighted exactly what authentic masculinity is not. The wounded, insecure and narcissistic men it featured depicted a destructive, distorted and damaged picture of masculinity. They equated manhood with dominance, status and control when quite the opposite is true. Tr...

In this episode of Force For Good, Craig Wilkinson sits down with George Matsheke, founder of Marvin, a platform focused on conversations about men, masculinity, and the challenges men face today. Together, they explore the growing crisis facing men and boys - including fatherlessness, depression, identity struggles, and the sense many men have of being disposable in modern society. These are real...

Narcissistic abuse isn’t always loud. It can be the quiet erosion of who you are – the slow rewriting of your story until you barely recognize yourself. In this episode of Force For Good, Craig Wilkinson speaks with Kirsten Alexander, author and life-coach, about the insidious nature of narcissism, how to recognize it, and how to reclaim your sense of self. They discuss the difference between arro...

We live in an age where a few seconds of video can define a person’s entire reputation. Where context disappears, and soundbites become weapons. Charlie Kirk’s death was more than an American tragedy, it was a mirror held up to all of us. It revealed how quickly we judge, how divided we’ve become, and how easily echo chambers replace honest debate with outrage based on woundedness and misinformati...

In this inspiring episode of Force for Good, Craig Wilkinson sits down with GBV ambassador Cynthia Dinalane, a true hero from Tembisa who turned her own home into a shelter for abused women and children. With no external funding, she has rehabilitated over 120 women, giving them skills, dignity, and a future. Cynthia shares harrowing stories of abuse, the painful reality many women and men face, a...

At the end of your life, what will people say about you? This episode marks the beginning of a new chapter. The Dangerous But Good podcast has rebranded as Force for Good. The name has changed, but the mission remains the same: calling men and women to live with courage, purpose, and impact. The new name captures the heart of what the podcast has always been about — using our lives to push back ag...

Craig Wilkinson speaks with serial entrepreneur Steve Carver about the urgent need to transform South Africa’s economic landscape from the bottom up. They explore how to unlock hidden talents in communities, moving from handouts to hustle, the dignity of earning, and why livelihoods — not jobs — are the future. From turning illegal miners into farmers to sparking micro-business revolutions, Steve...

In this eye-opening episode of Dangerous But Good, Craig Wilkinson is joined by Registered Counsellor and Mental Health Educator Senzekile Shongwe. Together, they explore the root of emotional trauma, the importance of self-love, and how unhealed wounds affect our lives and relationships. From setting boundaries to healing from toxic relationships, Senzi offers profound insights into mental wellne...

Why do so many people struggle to move beyond frustration, self-doubt, or feeling trapped by their circumstances? In this inspiring episode, Craig Wilkinson unpacks what it means to “tend your field” – to take radical responsibility for yourself, your relationships, your roles, and the resources entrusted to you. Through personal stories and practical wisdom, Craig explores the 8 hidden forces and...

In this powerful episode of Dangerous But Good, Craig Wilkinson sits down with Pastor Chris Mathebula — a man whose journey from street child to national leader is nothing short of miraculous. Together, they discuss redemption, racial reconciliation, fatherlessness, and what it means to be a devoted citizen in today’s South Africa. Pastor Chris shares his story of pain, healing, and purpose, and w...

Too many of us are living by someone else’s script—fitting in, toeing the line, and slowly losing touch with who we really are. We let the world define us through roles, labels, and expectations, and end up living lives that look fine on the outside but feel empty on the inside. In this episode, I unpack the true meaning of identity and how discovering it can shift everything—from how you show up...

Craig and Khalil Osiris sit down for another raw and deeply personal conversation that spans two continents and one human truth — we are more than our ideologies, more than our mistakes, more than the labels society gives us. This conversation dives into South Africa's hidden crisis, racial politics, and what it takes to move from pain to reconciliation. Drawing from years spent in prison, the pro...

Khalil Osiris is a man who’s walked through fire. After spending a gruelling 20 years in prison, he emerged transformed and hungry to make an impact. Having earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees while behind bars, he went on to become a respected educator, speaker, and justice reform advocate—working across the U.S. to help formerly incarcerated men reintegrate into society, find employment,...

Craig sits down with men’s mental health crusader and TRC veteran Thulani Grenville-Grey to explore one of the most important and overlooked issues in society today: the emotional struggle that so many men carry in silence. Having both worked extensively with men across South Africa, Craig and Thulani unpack why men find it so hard to ask for help, why so many suffer in silence, and what lies bene...

In this episode, Craig takes a brutally honest look at a fictional series that’s hit a nerve across the globe - 'Adolescence'. What unfolds in the story is tragic, but what it reveals about the world our boys are growing up in is even more alarming. This isn’t about blaming masculinity. It’s about understanding what goes wrong when we don't guide it, nurture it, and validate it. Join Craig in unco...

In this raw and honest conversation, former pro footballer Silver Shabalala opens up about his journey from the streets of Soweto to the national spotlight - and the personal cost that came with it. From sudden fame and fast money to fathering nine children and falling into the traps that destroy so many men, Silver shares his story with rare vulnerability and courage - revealing the hard truths a...

A father’s love is one of the most powerful forces in a daughter’s life. It shapes her confidence, her sense of worth, and the way she sees the world. In this episode, I have the joy and privilege of talking with my own daughter, Blythe, about our personal father-daughter journey. In this unscripted, authentic conversation we unpack the lessons learned, the mistakes made, navigating the pain of di...

We often hear about the importance of human rights, but what about the responsibilities that make them possible? In this episode, we take a deep dive into the often-overlooked truth: rights and responsibilities go hand in hand. You cannot have one without the other. From history’s greatest struggles for equality to modern-day challenges, we examine how fulfilling our duties to others is the key to...

What happens when a woman dares to step into a world dominated by men? Asnath Mahapa, South Africa’s first Black female commercial pilot, has spent decades defying expectations and shattering stereotypes. In this powerful episode, she opens up about the relentless obstacles she’s faced—from sexism and racism to self-doubt—and how she overcame them with resilience, grace, and an unshakable belief i...

60% of South African children grow up without a father. 10,000 babies are abandoned every year. But what if men chose to show up? In this episode, I sit down with Sihle Mooi, a passionate advocate for fatherhood and men’s development who leads ‘Hotel Hope’, a home providing love and care for abandoned children. We dive deep into the power of masculinity, the crisis of fatherlessness, and how men c...