How do we defend rights in a world full of misinformation?

In this episode, guest host Jesué Mutanava speaks with Steward Muhindo, a human rights activist from the Democratic Republic of Congo and member of Lutte pour le Changement (LUCHA).

They explore how social media shapes activism, the dangers of disinformation, and how young people can push for change through peaceful action. Steward also shares simple ways to verify information and why truth is essential in the fight for human rights.

Key Takeaways

• Human rights are universal.
• Peaceful action drives change.
• Misinformation can cause real harm.
• Truth is the foundation of activism.

Licensing: Anyone can use this podcast for free, with attribution to Trouble Makers (the podcast). It is held under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License and can be used for radio or any other media.

In Super Hero, Phindu Banda honors the quiet courage of everyday people who rise, endure, and keep going. From childhood dreams to life’s hardest moments, this piece reminds us that survival, resilience, and showing up are acts of heroism.

You didn’t wait to be saved. You became the hero.

About the Poet

Phindu Banda is a Malawian poet, performer, and activist whose work explores identity, feminism, and social justice. Through spoken word, she amplifies everyday experiences and transforms them into powerful reflections on resilience, healing, and change.

Licensing:

Anyone can use this podcast for free, with attribution to Trouble Makers (the podcast). It is held under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.

Resources & Show Links:

https://www.instagram.com/phinduzaie/

Why do movements that aim to transform the world so often fall apart from within? And what happens when the gap between our values and our actions becomes too wide to ignore?

In this episode of Trouble Makers, we sit down with Dale McKinley, a veteran activist with over 35 years of experience across South Africa’s most influential social movements. From the Communist Party to the Anti-Privatisation Forum and the Right to Know Campaign, Dale has witnessed firsthand how movements rise and how they implode.

Together with Phil Wilmot, they explore one of the most critical tensions in activism: the balance between changing the world and changing ourselves.

Key Conversations & Insights:

The “personal vs political” gap—and how it destroys movements from the inside

Why failing to confront internal issues (corruption, abuse, dishonesty) leads to collapse

The danger of “don’t air dirty laundry” culture in activist spaces

Real stories of movement breakdowns due to a lack of accountability

How trust, relationships, and internal culture shape long-term impact

Licensing:

Anyone can use this podcast for free, with attribution to Trouble Makers (the podcast). It is held under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License and can be used for radio or any other media.