https://rss.iono.qa/c/9640 The Mama Mudra Podcast is a joy-first exploration of modern wellness, hosted by entrepreneur and Mama Mudra founder Kate Thompson-Duwe. Anchored in the belief that the future of wellness is happiness, this series blends neuroscience, movement, entrepreneurship, and conscious living into powerful conversations with thought leaders, creators, and change-makers. More than a podcast, it is a space for reflection, recalibration, and real talk - helping listeners build strength in body, clarity in mind, and lightness in spirit as they navigate full, demanding, beautifully human lives. Health & Fitness en Mon, 01 Dec 2025 16:17:41 +0200 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0200 30 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss iono.fm 2.5.2.0 Mama Mudra c5d2ac35-b9ac-5479-b1d9-35def28f7836 no Kate Thompson-Duwe podcast Weekly feeds@iono.fm (Feed Manager) https://cdn.iono.fm/files/p4244/logo_9640_20251204_114938_1400.jpeg https://rss.iono.qa/c/9640 The Mama Mudra Podcast is a joy-first exploration of modern wellness, hosted by entrepreneur and Mama Mudra founder Kate Thompson-Duwe. Mama Mudra episodic Mama Mudra katethompsonduwe@gmail.com false ZA https://iono.qa/e/1654310 https://iono.qa/e/1654310
After years working in events, music, and brand experiences, Kate started noticing something important. The moments where people felt most alive were never just about the music, the yoga class, or the beautiful setting. They were about human connection, shared energy, the feeling of belonging, and JOY!

Sunshine People was born from that realisation.

It is a platform and a community designed to bring people together through experiences that prioritise joy, wellbeing, movement, creativity and connection. Not rigid wellness rules. Not pressure to be perfect. But an environment where people can explore their own pathway to feeling happier, healthier, and more alive.

In this episode, Kate Thompson-Duwe talks about:
• Why the traditional wellness narrative can feel restrictive
• Why happiness should be the driver of wellbeing, not the reward
• How community experiences can transform how we feel
• The vision behind Sunshine People events and gatherings
• What it means to build a culture of joy, movement and shared energy

Sunshine People is not just an event. It is a growing community built around a simple belief:

The world needs more joy, more connection, and more sunshine.

Key Takeaways:
• Wellness looks different for everyone
• Happiness is often the starting point for health, not the outcome
• Community is one of the most powerful wellness tools we have
• Movement, music and shared experiences unlock emotional wellbeing
• Joy-led gatherings can shift how people experience wellness

Follow the journey:
Instagram: @mama_mudra
Instagram: @sunshinepeopleofficial

Listen to more Mama Mudra Podcast episodes exploring the science, philosophy, and experiences behind sustainable happiness. ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 13 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0200 0 0 Sunshine People: Building a Community Around Joy, Wellness and Human Connection 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 7:34 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1649343 https://iono.qa/e/1649343
Shaun has spent decades building some of the most iconic large-scale music moments in South Africa and beyond, including Ultra South Africa. But this conversation is not about line-ups or ticket sales. It is about what actually happens to us, psychologically and emotionally, when we step into a crowd, a beat drops, and something shifts inside.

We unpack:

• Why music bypasses logic and speaks directly to emotion
• How collective rhythm creates connection between strangers
• The neuroscience of bass, anticipation, and emotional release
• Why festivals can feel transformational, not just entertaining
• The role of music in grief, joy, memory, and identity
• How curated environments can intentionally facilitate emotional breakthrough

Shaun shares insight into how large-scale music events are designed not just as parties, but as emotional journeys. From tension to release. From individuality to collective unity. From stress to surrender.

We also explore how, in a world where so many people suppress emotion, music provides one of the last socially acceptable spaces to feel fully. To cry. To dance. To celebrate. To let go.

This episode is for anyone who has ever felt goosebumps in a crowd, lost themselves in a melody, or walked away from a music experience feeling lighter, clearer, or more connected.

A conversation about sound as therapy, rhythm as regulation, and why music might be one of the most powerful emotional tools we have. ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0200 0 0 How Can Music Transform Our Emotional Wellbeing and Foster Connection? 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 29:03 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1644769 https://iono.qa/e/1644769
Sheree is a deeply accomplished entrepreneur, yet what stands out most about her is not just what she’s built, but how she moves through the world while doing it. In this conversation, we explore what it means to pursue success without sacrificing joy, how to stay emotionally grounded on a demanding entrepreneurial path, and why comparison, jealousy, and scarcity thinking quietly erode happiness, especially among women.

We talk openly about confidence without ego, ambition without burnout, and the power of choosing collaboration over competition. Sheree shares how she has learned to genuinely celebrate and promote other women, remain optimistic in challenging environments, and protect her own sense of peace in industries that often reward toughness over kindness.

This episode is for anyone navigating business, leadership, or creative ambition and wondering how to stay generous, happy, and whole along the way.

A thoughtful conversation about success that feels good and does good at the same time. ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0200 0 0 From Struggles to Success: Embracing Joy as Your Superpower 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 37:37 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1639634 https://iono.qa/e/1639634
In this deeply moving conversation, Kate Thompson-Duwe sits down with Jeanae Dumas, founder of One Flow, to explore how movement can unlock emotion in ways words never can.

Jeanae shares the story of how she found her true calling — not through ambition or strategy, but by listening to what the body already knew. We unpack how movement, when paired with music, intention, and psychological safety, becomes a powerful tool for emotional release, healing, and reconnection.

This episode goes beyond fitness or wellness trends. It is about learning to feel again.

About creating spaces where people can soften, open, and process emotion through motion — without needing to explain or intellectualise it.

We also dive into how Jeanae’s rare ability to unlock emotion through motion has become a cornerstone of Sunshine People, and why movement-led emotional release sits at the heart of our belief that the future of wellness is happiness.

If you have ever felt stuck in your head…
Disconnected from your body…
Or unsure how to access emotion without overwhelm…
This conversation is for you.
Listen, and let it move you.

Find Sunshine People:
https://www.instagram.com/sunshinepeopleofficial?igsh=N2p0OXQ0c25qemx5

Find One Flow:
https://www.instagram.com/oneflowcapetown?igsh=MXhtcGx6NjY4aHlhNg== ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 30 Jan 2026 00:01:00 +0200 0 0 The Emotional Workout: Why Movement is More Than Just Exercise 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 48:40 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1630527 https://iono.qa/e/1630527
Kate Thompson-Duwe welcomes Matt Furlonger from NeuroVita back to explore the fascinating neuroscience of happiness.
Together, they dive into how understanding our unique brain types can help us uncover personalized pathways to ultimate happiness.
This episode is all about how aligning our mental and emotional well-being with the science of the brain can ensure consistency in our wellness and longevity routines.

Tune in to discover how happiness isn’t just a feeling, but a science we can all harness.

Takeaways:
- Impact of digital overstimulation on brain health
- Effects on focus, emotional regulation, and happiness
- Challenges in attention, impulse control, and delayed gratification
- Implications for both adults and children
- Practical rituals to boost happiness hormones
- Brain type assessments for personalized wellness protocols

DISCLAIMER: The views shared in this podcast are the views of guests and not medical advice. Please seek a registered practitioner for professional advice to suit your individual needs. ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 16 Jan 2026 00:01:00 +0200 0 0 [Part 2] Understanding Your Brain Type and How It Leads to Greater Happiness and Wellness. 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 17:16 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1630520 https://iono.qa/e/1630520
Together, they dive into how understanding our unique brain types can help us uncover personalized pathways to ultimate happiness. This episode is all about brain health, self-talk, brain types, and how aligning our mental and emotional well-being with the science of the brain can ensure consistency in our wellness and longevity routines.
Tune in to discover how happiness isn’t just a feeling, but a science we can all harness.

Takeaways:
- Redefining success in terms of vitality, connection, and calm rather than traditional achievements.
- The relationship between brain health and happiness.
- The role of neurotransmitters in influencing mood and overall well-being.
- The impact of lifestyle choices on brain function and happiness.
- Understanding different brain types and their influence on personal wellness routines.

DISCLAIMER: The views shared in this podcast are the views of guests and not medical advice. Please seek a registered practitioner for professional advice to suit your individual needs. ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 02 Jan 2026 00:01:00 +0200 0 0 [Part 1] Understanding How Your Brain Type Leads to Greater Happiness and Wellness. 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 20:41 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1628720 https://iono.qa/e/1628720 Mama Mudra Podcast has it all.

Kate Thompson-Duwe continues to explore the role of peptides in health, fitness, and longevity with Andrew Rothschild, a partner at Healthspan Medical and the owner of BUC Gym and SWEAT 1000.

Peptides are not quick fixes, and sustainable wellness requires consistent exercise, balanced nutrition, and proper recovery.
The discussion considers scientific insights and personal experiences, highlighting the importance of monitoring health markers and adopting a holistic lifestyle.

Looking ahead, they predict a growing focus on recovery and responsible peptide use, stressing that true wellness comes from long-term, mindful habits rather than shortcuts.

DISCLAIMER: The views shared in this podcast are the views of guests and not medical advice. Please seek a registered practitioner for professional advice to suit your individual needs. ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 19 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0200 0 0 [Part 2] How Do Peptides Transform Your Health and Longevity? Andrew Rothschild answers our questions. 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 17:49 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1625809?v=1 https://iono.qa/e/1625809?v=1
Andrew, a partner at Healthspan Medical and the owner of BUC Gym and SWEAT 1000, dives deep into the transformative world of peptide therapy.
As one of South Africa's foremost authorities on the subject, he shares invaluable insights into how peptides can revolutionise personal health and longevity.

Tune in to discover why, for Andrew, the future of wellness is indeed a journey of happiness and scientific innovation.

DISCLAIMER: The views shared in this podcast are the views of guests and not medical advice. Please seek a registered practitioner for professional advice to suit your individual needs. ]]> Health & Fitness Fri, 05 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0200 0 0 [Part 1] How Can Peptides Transform Your Health and Longevity? Andrew Rothschild answers our questions. 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 21:53 The Mama Mudra Podcast https://iono.qa/e/1625158?v=1 https://iono.qa/e/1625158?v=1
In each episode, host Kate Thompson-Duwe invites expert guests from a diverse range of fields into the studio to explore how we can all live more vibrantly.

It’s more than a wellness podcast; it’s an invitation to embrace happiness as the ultimate form of health. ]]> Health & Fitness Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0200 0 0 "The future of wellness is happiness." Kate Thompson-Duwe 0 0 Kate Thompson-Duwe full 16:54 The Mama Mudra Podcast