Mind over Matter

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Nkateko Emily Mabasa was told she’d have to make best friends with her wheelchair at a very young age, and is now walking and dancing and is an inspiration to thousands. Bianca Zoonekynd was in a terrible car crash before going on to become a gymnastics world champion. Our host Dene Botha and his two lovely guests discuss overcoming difficulties and achieving greatness through mind over matter.

27 Nov 2017 English South Africa Society & Culture Dene Botha

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