It's Related, I Promise
A sonic escape into the world of three diverse Kenyan women. They are young professionals braving the urban landscape of Kenya's capital city and growing their friendship as they go along. Sharing their experiences as millennials living in the most dynamic continent, Africa. From Nairobi to Lagos, Kampala to Johannesburg, Dakar to Accra, New York to London, and that one guy from the Maldives, all are welcome to join in on the fun.
Episodes
Dating Younger Men: Does Age Matter? With Ciru Muriuki
Dating Younger Men: Does Age Matter? With Ciru Muriuki When the man is older, it’s rarely questioned. When the woman is older, everyone has something to say.So, where do you stand?Join us as we unpack the myths, challenge the double standards, and explore whether age really has a place in modern dating.🎙️ Watch the full episode and join the conversation.#DatingYoungerMen #AgeGapRelationships #Mode
Dating Etiquette: Grown Girl Edition 💋| With Lydia K.M.
Dating etiquette: Grown Girl Edition. 👀The rules have changed… or have they?From first dates to hard launches, job interviews disguised as conversations, and everything in between, the girls have a lot to say.Now available on YouTube #ItsRelatedIPromise #Dating #DatingEtiquette #ModernDating #Relationships Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/Follow us on TikTok: ht
The Gender of Grief with Ciru Muriuki
A conversation on grief, loss, healing, and the many ways we carry what we’ve lost.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://po
What If I Don’t Want to Hang Out With Your Kids? | With Tatiana Karanja (Mama Olivek)
Losing friends to motherhood…When your friends become moms, everything changes — including the friendship. But does not **always** wanting to hang out with kids make you a bad friend? 🤔😅 Watch the full episode on #youtube 🎥Follow mama Olive on ig : https://www.instagram.com/mamaolivek?igsh=dG03cXU0d3JjMDFlFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/Follow us on TikTok: htt
Non seggzual things that Men do that we find attractive (with Charisma)
On this episode, the girls ask: what are some non-seggzual things men do that we actually find attractive? 👀✨From subtle habits to certain types of energy… some of these answers might surprise you 😭 ft. @luhyaheat Watch the full episode on #youtube 🎥#nonsexual #relationship #itsrelatedipromise Our stunning shoot location: Kofisi 9 West building . Book a space: https://kofisi.africa/ Follow Charism
Money vs Mindset (with Charles Murito & Rosemary Nzembi)
Is delulu really the so lulu? On this episode we break down Abundance vs Scarcity: How Your Mindset Shapes Your Life with Charles Murito & Rosemary Nzembi.#mindset #wealth #spirituality #itsrelatedipromise Our stunning shoot location: Kofisi 9 West building . Book a space: https://kofisi.africa/ Follow Rosemary NzembiTikTok: @nzembirosemary Instagram: @rosemary_nzembiYouTube: @nzembitvWebsite is w
Things we value now that we didn’t in our #twenties
On this episode, we ask: what do we care about now that we didn’t before?From the things we once prioritized to the values we stand on today, we unpack how life, love, and experience have reshaped what truly matters to us.Growth changes your standards. This episode dives into what the girls used to value, what they’ve outgrown, and what they stand on now.Our stunning shoot location: Kofisi centres
What Men Are Really Feeling , But Rarely Say | With Ernest & K1
Who told men their worth is measured by provision? 💰Is your identity bigger than the 3 G’s? Girls. Gold. Glory.Men, we want to hear from you👇🏾#itsrelatedipromise #maleperspective #droptheshould Watch the episode on our #YouTube channel now and drop your thoughts below. Do you agree with them?"Powered by CcHub in partnership with Africo No Filter supported by the Gates Foundation,"Follow us on Inst
Marrying Your Unfinished Business & Other Lessons in Divorce | With Wathingira Gituro
“You might not be marrying the person... You might be marrying your unfinished business!" 👀Wathingira breaks down marriage, healing and divorce.Is the idea of healing before marriage overrated?#marriage #divorce #healing #droptheshould #itsrelatedipromise Watch the episode on our #YouTube channel now and drop your thoughts below. Do you agree with them?"Powered by CcHub in partnership with Africo
The #softlife trend and leaning into femininity, From the male perspective with Bright and Dez
On this episode we asked the men a question most have been dodging…What do you really think about the #softlife trend?Is “leaning into femininity” attractive? Intimidating? Misunderstood? Some of these answers? Wueh! 😅Watch the episode on our #YouTube channel now and drop your thoughts below. Do you agree with them?"Powered by CcHub in partnership with Africo No Filter supported by the Gates Found
Navigating Adult friendships : Love, Limits and Managing Expectations with Charisma and Bencyco
On this episode we’re talking about some of the unspoken rules and expectations in adult friendships! We also wanna know, what are some of YOUR unspoken friendship rules? Leave a comment below 👇🏾 "Powered by CcHub in partnership with Africo No Filter supported by the Gates Foundation,"Follow Charisma on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/luhyaheat?igsh=MTNkemVzam50ZWh3eA==Follow Bencyco on insta
Surviving The Gig Economy : Unpacking the ‘one trick pony’ myth with K1 #STGE
#STGE – Surviving The Gig Economy: He’s one of Kenya’s top entertainers, a brilliant, multi-hyphenated talent! K1 opens up about becoming one of Kenya’s most iconic characters, Makmende! 🤩Surviving the weight of the “one-trick pony” label and redefining who he is both on and beyond the screen.Tune in and let us know your thoughts!#itsrelatedipromise #STGE #gigeconomy #film #kenyafilm #africancinem
Surviving The Gig Economy: Film Edition |#STGE || With Mbithi Masya
#STGE – Surviving The Gig Economy: Film Edition!What does it really take to survive and thrive in Kenya’s film industry? 🎥 On this episode, we sit down with the brilliant Mbithi to unpack the realities of building a career in film. From the highs and hard lessons of the film world to the resilience it takes to keep telling stories that matter, this conversation explores what it means to create, su
Bride Price or Bought Wife? || With Bright Gameli & Charles Murito
Is paying bride price buying a woman or a cultural rite that still holds value today?In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most debated topics in African homes:bride price.From its traditional meaning… to how it’s practiced today… to whether it’s becoming commercialized, misused or misunderstood… and whether it’s a deal breaker if bride price isn’t paid.We’re unpacking all of it with Bright
Surviving The Gig Economy: Literature & Book Culture | #STGE || With Angela Wachuka
#STGE – Surviving The Gig Economy!What does it take to thrive in Kenya’s world of literature and cultural work? 📚 In this new episode, we sit down with the brilliant Angela Wachuka, co-founder of Book Bunk, to talk about facing the odds, reshaping Nairobi’s public libraries, and what that means for how we experience knowledge, culture, and community.From the unpredictability of the literature spac
Should women aspire to be wives & mothers first? || With Pinky Ghelani & Gowi Odera
Should women aspire to be wives and mothers first or has that “should” expired? 💭 From the quiet pressure to marry and become mothers, to how this conversation plays out for both men and women, we’re unpacking it all with Pinky Ghelani and Gowi Odera.This episode had us asking the hard questions and we hope it challenges your thinking too!🎧 Tune in and let us know what you think!➡ Follow Pinky: ht
Where the F*** have we been!? Fungua Roho & new season catch up
We’re backkkk! 🎉After what feels like forever, we’re finally back on set — catching up on everything from career moves and new projects to the little (and not-so-little) updates that shaped us during the break.This one’s raw, hilarious, and long overdue we’re getting real about what kept us away, how life’s been lifing, and what you can expect this new season.So grab your tea (or wine, we won’t ju
Making Money, Radical Risks & Clique Culture #STGE || With Murugi Munyi & Muchiri Mike
#STGE - Surviving The Gig Economy
We have some of your (and our) faves on today’s episode and we’re keeping it real and raw! What does it really take to be a successful content creator? How did we all navigate this world that can be so unpredictable but so rewarding! Tune in! 🤩
#itsrelatedipromise #gigeconomy #influencer #kenya #africa
00: 00 Introduction
07:00 What caught your attention
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Dark Skin & Refugee | Unpacking Coloursim || With Sarah Chan
We’re really getting into it this week with the amazing Sarah Chan, a total powerhouse from South Sudan and we’re talking about her experiences with racism abroad and colourism right here at home in Africa!
It’s such an eye-opener and we get super honest about how skin tone affects everything - from how people see you to the chances you get and even your sense of self!
You’ll definitely want t
Toxic Frienships or Ambivalent Buddies... What's Worse? || With Dushy & Jayson
We’re reacting to TikTok videos that caught our eye this week! 👀 What’s worse a toxic friend or an ambivalent one? Tune in to hear our thoughts!
Oh and if you got this far, we would love for you to vote for us in this year's Pulse Awards! We’ve been nominated under “Podcast Influencer of the Year” and truly couldn’t do it without yall!
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Mean Girl Culture || with Dushy & Edith
This is one of those episodes that could’ve gone on and on!
Mean girls. Is it just a ‘phase’ in school? Did it shape who we are today? Have WE ever been considered a ‘mean girl’ ourselves? What about mean men? It’s not just women right?
Tune in and please leave us your thoughts too!
#irip #itsrelatedipromise #MeanGirlCulture
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Finding Success Early (Kuomoka) || With Edith Kimani
Ever feel like you’re faking it till you make it? You’re not alone!
Catch this candid conversation with Edith Kimani
#irip #itsrelatedipromise #makingit #impostersyndrome #success
00:00 Introductions
05:58 What Caught Your Attention
16:06 "Making It" When You're Young
31:37 Kuomoka Mapema
38:25 Dealing With Imposter Syndrome
54:58 Scarcity Mentality
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Are you in love or in limerence? 🥰 || with Dushy & Jayson
They say delulu is the solulu - but is it really? Can you tell the difference between being in #love and being in #limerence? This one had us clutching our pearls! 😮💨
#irip #itsrelatedipromise #romance #relationships
00:00 Introduction
2:18 What Caught Your Attention
18:27 Reaction To Limerence Video
33:25 I'm Okay Being Number 2
45:48 Have You Been The Cause of Limerence
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The Cost of Friendship | With Jayson & Dushy
You’ll be fighting for your life financially and someone will add you to a group chat: ZANZIBAR 2024! 🥴😅
Friendships are very expensive, that’s a fact! But does it make you a “bad friend” if you quite literally can’t afford to show up for all your friends events? How do you communicate money matters? Does it change the dynamic?
That’s what we’re getting into with the dynamic duo Jayson and Dushy!
Let’s Do It Scared! | It’s Related, I Promise
When’s the last time you did something that scared you? Like quitting a job? Speaking up in a public setting? Or maybe even asking someone out? 👀😅
We’re sharing our moments in this episode and would really love to hear yours!
Leave us a comment 👇🏾
00:00 Just The Two Of Us
05:01 What Caught Your Attention
13:32 Doing It Scared
36:27 Self Confidence vs Self Efficacy
53:10 Sharon's Testimon
The Audacity of a White Man || Navigating a Career in Corporate
Today’s episode is all about the corporate advice we’d give our 23/24 year old selves. The real advice! How do we balance it all? Should we even have to? Managing our shego’s and doing things afraid!
Also Fingo has launched interest earning savings accounts earning up to 15% annually on your savings and virtual Visa cards for safe online shopping. First 10 people to sign up and open an account us
Money, Class & Upbringing | With Charles Murito & Juliani
How has our upbringing shaped our views on money and class? Find out in our new episode! 🎙#candidconversations
0:00 Introductions
2:52 What Caught Your Attention
12:44 Growing Up Rich Vs Growing Up Poor Video Reaction
19:18 How We Grew Up
40:28 How Do We Want To Raise The Next Generation
1:05:25 Parting Shots
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Navigating Intertribal Relationships | With Dez & Magunga
Tune in to this episode to delve into the joys and challenges of intertribal relationships.
Our guests share their personal journeys and the collective narratives that shape intertribal romance in Kenya.
#itsrelatedipromise #irip #intertribalrelationships
Chapters
00:00 - 04:46 Introduction
04:47 -17:27 What Caught Your Attention
17:28 - 33:07 Esther's Story
33:08 - 47:36 How Did We Lear
Meet the Gen Z’s who are Building their own Bank || Fingo x iRIP
Meet the visionaries behind Fingo Africa, the first sponsors of our podcast and the Gen Z's rewriting Africa’s banking narrative 💰💰💰
Be among the first ten people to download Fingo and open an account using our code ‘ILUVIRIP’ to receive KSH 500. It only takes 4 minutes btw!
Their virtual cards are now LIVE and will be accessible as soon as you open your account 💳 Customize your card and star
Unpacking Reesa Teesa's "Who TF Did I Marry" with Lydia K. M.
Join us and our special guest Lydia K. M. as we unpack Reesa Teesa's "Who TF Did I Marry?" TikTok series.
Would we really do things differently if we were in her position? Maybe society's pressures get to us at some point and we "settle"...
Let us know your thoughts in the comments or drop us a voice note...
00:00 - 04:41 Introduction
04:42 - 22:22 What Caught Your Att
Confessions From A Survivor | P0rn, S3x & M@sturbat!on Addiction
*Trigger Warning*
This episode contains graphic depictions of sexual abuse and addiction. Listener discretion is advised.
On this episode, we explore the hidden struggles and triumphs over pornography addiction. Our guest shares her personal story, challenging misconceptions, sharing a powerful message of hope and healing.
00:00 - 02:00 Introduction
02:01 - 13:45 What Caught Your Attention
13:46
Youtube Premiere Alert!!! | Ask Us Anything
We’re not just in your ears anymore, we’re coming to your screens! 📺 Get ready for a visual treat as our ‘Ask Us Anything’ episode premieres on YouTube!!!
#itsrelatedipromise #irip #PodcastGoesVisual #askusanything
00:00 - 02:17 - Welcome To Our FIRST EVER Audio-Visual Episode!!!!
02:18 - 13:34 - What Caught Our Attention In The Past Week
13:35 - 23:00 - Ask Us Anything
23:01 - 25:08 - What'
Faith, Sex & Secondary Virginity
Do you believe in Holy Baddies? Or Secondary Virginity?
This week the girls get real about Faith, Sexuality & Abstinence.
The Myth of Abroad | Is It Really Maisha London?
Is missing special moments with your loved ones worth earning in Sterling (as the ladies put it :D)
We'd love to hear about your experience in the comments...
Why Does Politics Matter?
Should we blame our politicians for the struggles we're going through as a country?
Tune in to hear King Charles, Nerima, Esther, and Sharon try their luck at a game of trivia.
To play this game with your friends and family, tap here.
Influencers and Politics; Can They Coexist?
What role do influencers play in politics?
Are they required to use their platforms to speak about what's happening in the world?
King Charles, Nerima Wako, and Esther Kazungu shared their thoughts on the role that influencers play in public discourse
Content creators who share information on current happenings both locally and internationally:
Justine Wanda - Fake Woke with Justine
Trevor N
Fungua Roho: Happy New Year!
Take stock with us as we look into 2024.
Taking stock categories:
Love and relationships - romantic and platonic
Personal Development
Career
Wellbeing - mental health, fitness
(00:00:00) - Introduction
(00:05:15) - What's Caught Our Attention Lately
(00:30:52) - Fungua Roho - Love & Friendships
(00:53:30) - Fungua Roho - Personal Development
(01:05:58) - Fungua Roho - Career/
Dating Up vs Dating Down | Where Do You Stand?
Would you date someone who was earning less than you?
Is there room for your partner to grow?
Irregular Income || Surviving The Gig Economy
As someone in the gig economy, are you eligible to invest your money?
In this episode, Valentine & Charles share how to plan, budget, and invest when you have an irregular income.
Are You Ready To Handle An Emotionally Intelligent Man?
Are you ready to handle an emotionally intelligent man?
On this episode, we had Dez come and unpack what emotional intelligence is and we discovered that we may not always be ready to handle an emotionally intelligent partner...contrary to what we may think.
Tap here to find the link that Jules read from.
Finding Your Why || Surviving The Gig Economy
Finding your why in the gig economy can be such an enlightening experience.
Listen in on this episode to hear how Shazz, Ciru, Sharon, and Jules define their why and let us know what yours is in the comments below...
Body Positivity: Is Calling People Fat, Offensive?
In this episode, we had Shazz and Ciru come and chat with us about 'body image'.
A lot is said about plus-size people but do skinny babes struggle with their body image too?
Join in on the conversation in the comments or send us a voice note!
With love @officialsharonmachira, @jules_her, @cirumuriuki, and @queendom.blog
Friendship Breakups; Why do they hurt so much?
Is it just us? But why are Friendship Breakups so damn painful?
Surviving The Gig Economy- (BRAND NEW SERIES)
Are you part of the "Gig Economy" like we are? How's that going for you? Let us know in the comments below or send us a voicenote!
Are You Keeping Up With The Joneses? (spending money to keep up with others)
The phrase "keeping up with the Joneses" describes the habit of trying to compete with your peers' social status, wealth, and possessions.
Is this you? Have you experienced this before? We HAVE!
Let us know in the comments, or send us a voicenote!
Fungua Roho (Part 2); Grieving Google & Navigating Life As Content Creators
With love from Sharon & Jules
Fungua Roho- Opening Up About Life Lately (Part 1)
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Is Your Partner 'Controlling' or just 'Traditional'? Our thoughts on the Keke Palmer debate
With love from Sharon, Jules, Charles, Dez and Ciru
Is the Pressure To Get Married & Have Kids Justified?
While @Juila was away, we invited our favourite co-hosts @ciru & @charles to sit in and keep @Sharon company. It was an ABSOLUTE RIOT! Let us know your thoughts on marriage and having kids, is the pressure justified?
... oh, we also had a new and special guest today. His name is Dez. We won't say much about him; you'll have to listen to find out😎🤷♀️
With love from Sharon, Jules, Cha
We'll Miss You Kwambox
It's been a great time having Sheila Kwambox on the podcast; Let's all slide in her DM's and send her all the love as she moves onto her next chapter :)
@Jules is currently in London and couldn't be a part of this farewell episode, but be sure to catch this raw and unfiltered conversation between @Sharon & @Kwambox as they go down iRIP memory lane.
Why Do People Cheat?
Hosted by Sharon, Jules and Kwambox.
What Are Your Family Dynamics?
Do you have first-born syndrome like @kwmabox and @Jules, or do you have last-born syndrome like @Sharon? This week we give you a sneak peek into our family dynamics and how they have shaped us into the women we are today. We'd love to hear yours, send us a voicenote !
Crazy Things We've Done For Love... especially to KEEP love.
This one is self-explanatory! But heh, your stories were HILARIOUS!
With love from Kwambox, Sharon & Julia.
Making Friends As An Adult- Why is it so hard???
Is it just us, or is it extremely difficult to make friends as adults? Also, we're giggling at Jules saying that at a certain age, we all have chronic illnesses.
Drop your illness below if you can relate :D
What Would Your Ex Say About You?
What would your Ex say about you? The person we were in our twenties versus now is two totally different people. Luckily we've grown, we've healed and a striving to become better people for ourselves and our respective/eventual partners. Hope you enjoy this reflective session as much as we did!
With love from Kwambox, Julia, Sharon & Ciru Muriuki.
Things We Like & Don't Like About Gen Z (F*ck GenZ #Respectfully)
A lot has been said about Gen Z... but here's what we think about this interesting group of people born in the late 1990s and early 2000s. The good the bad and the funnyyyyy. We'd love to know in the comments, what do you like and not like about Gen Z? (also you can send us a voicenote in our DM's)
With love from Sharon, Julia & Kwambox.
Navigating Being Broke!
Being broke is the realest form of 'character development'. What lesson did you learn from NOT having money? Please drop us a comment below and send us a voice note in our DM's.
With love from Sharon, Kwambox & Julia.
What Is Your Relationship With Food & Your Body?
This week we get really personal about our relationship with food... and by extension, our bodies. Are you like Charles & Jules.. always hungry or like Sheila & Sharo, never hungry? In conclusion, whichever side of the scale you lie on, all bodies are beautiful! The most important thing is to be happy and see a nutritionist who can advise on what would be the best food for your body type :
A Guide to Dating In Nairobi- Our International Listeners, This One Is For You!
Dating in Nairobi is an extreme sport, so we made this episode to help our International listeners navigate the CHAOS. While we love it here, dating in Nairobi is ghetto AF. What other advice you would give a foreigner that's looking to date in Nairobi? Leave us a voice note in our DM's or drop a comment below.
Are Content Creators Copying Each Other?
How do you stay original in the content creation space? This is a really sticky conversation, but we'd love to hear your thoughts. Are content creators copying each other? Send us a voicenote in our DM's or leave a comment below.
With Love from Sharon, Kwambox & Julia.
Lets talk Money & Retirement With Charles Murito
Let's talk MONEY, specifically 'retirement money'! This week Charles is back and he is leading this important conversation that touches on black-tax, early retirement and much more. We know how much you love Charles, so we hope you enjoy this as much as we did. Also, have you guys started thinking about your retirement? Let us know in the comments and send us a voicenote!
PS; we recor
Have You Ever Been Period-Shamed?
In line with International Women's Day, we shed light on period stigma and open up about instances where WE have been period shamed. We also talk about how our mentality around our period has changed over the years; from the costs of having our periods, to having sex while on our periods. It gets reaaally personal, but what better way to #EndPeriodShame than by normalising such conversations? Hope
When Your Sister Is NOT Your Keeper!
As we kick off International Women's Month, we're talking about the idea of 'being your sister's keeper' and highlighting situations where a sister was not our keeper!
With Love from Jules, Kwambox & Sharon.
Love Is Blind;Lessons On Love From A Blind Man
To conclude our Valentines Special, we sat down with Julius Mbura, who is visually impaired, and he taught us life-changing lessons about LOVE. A Lawyer, A YouTuber, A Husband and a Father of two, he walks us through navigating 'Kanairo' (Nairobi) while being visually impaired. This was on of our most profound episodes and we hope you learn from it too.
With love from Sharon, Kwambox & J
(UPDATED) A Galentines Special; Get to really know US!
This episode is another edition of our "Fungua Roho Sessions", but this time we play a game of cards that have interesting prompts that get us opening up and knowing each other better.
With Love from Kwambox, Sharon & Julia.
Forbidden Fruit; Have You Ever Had A Bite?
Its the month of love, but lets be honest....not all love stories are ones to be proud of. This week we tap into our inner Eve and share love/lust stories that we're not quite proud of. Biting from the forbidden fruit is a tale as old as time, but the lessons learned from it have undeniably shaped us into the women we are today. We'd love to hear yours? You can send your voice notes to our DM and
How Did You Perform In High School/ KCSE?
It's KCSE results season, so this week we throw it back to high school and talk about the pressure we had to pass exams; Especially KCSE! Are you like Sharon who got her personal highest in KSCE? or Like Kwambox who failed the first time but passed at the second attempt? Or like Jules who scored what she'd been averaging in high school? Let us know in the comments!
With love from Jules, Kwam
Are We Oversharing On Social Media? (Prince Harry, Lori Harvey, Jules, Lydia KM, Shazzoh, Michelle Ntalami, Kim K, Kwambox etc)
We're all on the fence with this one; but are we "oversharing" on social media? On this episode we explore examples of your favourite celebrities and influencers (both local and global) and unpack; How much is too much when it comes to sharing our personal lives? Our conclusion is that its ENTIRELY up to you! As long as you are ready to deal with the repercussions (whether positive or negative), w
Shit We're Leaving Behind In 2022 ! (Natural Hair, Self Doubt, Toxic Friends etc)
Its our first episode of 2023 and we couldn't be more excited! A New Year marks new beginnings, new habits and new resolve. But what are the things you'd like to leave in 2022? This week, the girls went round the table sharing theirs! Also, Sheila's back on the podcast and we're loving it!
With love from Julia, Kwambox & Sharon.
Are The Best Men Stuck In The Friendzone? With Charles Murito
We recently came across an interesting stand-up comedian who basically insinuated that women tend to "friendzone' potential suitors and end up with men that are below par. Charles Murito was back on the mic and had a lot to say about this!! This was such a fun 'reaction' episode; we'd love to hear your thoughts. Drop us a voicenote on our Instagram page @itsrelatedipromise.
With love from Mu
Why Don't Kenyans Watch Kenyan Movies?
Have you ever watched a Kenyan Movie? What is your favourite one? While Kenya is not known for its film industry, there are have been several films that have been critically acclaimed. This week we had an interesting debate with Carol Kioko- a Kenyan filmmaker who leads the 48 Hour Film Project in Kenya- on why Kenyans don't watch Kenyan films. There is no data to back this up, but its definitely
Why Don't Young People Go To Church Anymore?
We recently came across a tweet where the user was asking "Why don't young people to church anymore, especially if you raised in the church?" This sparked an interesting debate! We invited Carol Kioko, a well known filmmaker... and more relevant to this conversation, a Christian, who has been brought up in the church and shares interesting thoughts as to why this trend has been happening. What are
Advice to Our Younger Selves
This week, Julia and Sharon share advice they would give to their younger-selves. A really heart warming session, this was! What advice would you have for your younger self? Please send us a voicenote on our instagram page @itsrelatedIpromise.
With Love from Muthoni, Julia and Sharon.
Meet Our Siblings- with Derrick Gaitho & Loise Machira
This week we played a round of Sibling Tag, where we invited our siblings to answer random questions about us and our childhood! Wueh, the stories are LIT! Thank You @LoiseMachira & @derrickgaitho for dropping by, its was such a pleasure hosting you both! We'd love to hear from you, what's your favourite memory with your siblings? Send us a voicenote!
With love from Julia Gaitho, Muthoni Much
Lessons On Love From An Economist- With Wangari Muikia
Ever thought about the intersection of Love & Economics? Well, neither did we, until we had an economist join in on the fun! This week we invited Wangari Muikia, a decorated Kenyan economist to give us lessons on loves from the perspective of an economist. What shall we do next, lessons on love from a Lawyer? A Pastor? A Politician? Loool. Let us know in the comments!
Quick Bio about Wangari,
Love vs Compatibility- With Charles Murito
Love versus Compatibility; What matters more in a relationship? This week we all differed on this one. But one thing we all agreed on, is that you need a bit of both. We invited Sharon's colleague ,Charles Murito, who is a whooole exec at Google, to join in on the fun and give a male perspective. He leads Policy & Government Affairs at Google Africa but today he's here to talk about policies t
Fungua Roho- New Jobs, New Lovers, New Homes.
Last season you really loved our #FunguaRoho session, so we decided bring it back and open up about what’s been going on in our lives. New love, New homes and New careers are just among the many topics we’ll touch on. As you know, these sessions get very emotional, so join in on the fun and give us an update on what's been going on with you fr fr.
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Would You Be On A Reality Show? With Kwambox
Reality shows are now a dime a dozen, but back in 2010 (12 years ago) it was a still nascent industry. This week , Kwambox shares her experience on Big Brother Africa which catapulted her into stardom across the continent. But behind the glitz and glam she opens up about her struggle with anxiety brought on by the fame. We also share our experiences being in the limelight and the pressure that bri
Our First Time Stories- With Kwambox (Sex, Public Shaming & More)
This week we go round the table sharing our first time in various precarious situations. Categories include "First Public Scandal", "First Time Having Sex", "First Million (Kenya) Shillings" and many more. We invited superstar MC and Radio Presenter Kwambox to join in on the fun.
Can you relate to any of the stories? We'd love to hear your 'first time stories' in any of the scenarios we disc
What Are Our Toxic Traits? With Janet Mbugua
After a two year (unplanned) hiatus we're finally back and we're so excited to resume podcasting! To kick off season two, we invited seasoned media personality Janet Mbugua, to join us as we unpack our toxic traits. Why did we choose this topic? For absolutely no reason, but... it's related, i promise! Loool. This session was nothing short of CATHARTIC! We had deeply missed sharing our experiences
