# TM Smoke Signals: Superhero. A poem by Phindu Banda

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Podcast: [TROUBLEMAKERS](https://stenobird.com/podcast/troublemakers-7030733)
Published: 2026-04-10T12:39:18+00:00
Episode link: https://Troublemakers.podbean.com/e/tm-smoke-signals-superhero-a-poem-by-phindu-banda/
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## Resource

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/

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