Meet Kevin Maina, better known as Maina Mind, a poet, journalist, creative, actor, and content creator whose words carry depth and power.

In this episode, Maina opens up about his journey through love, grief, and hope, from growing up with his grandmother, losing his mother at just 9 years old and reconnecting with his father and how he developed a relationship with him. He shares the three books that completely shifted his perspective on life, his growth through therapy, and why the relationship between fathers and sons is so important.Maina also takes us inside the making of his debut album Midnight Poetry, a project that blends vulnerability with storytelling, touching on themes many of us can deeply relate to. 🎙️✨📅 Don’t miss his upcoming show on October 10th at the Kenya National Theatre.🎟️ Tickets available at MadFun.comThis is more than just a conversation, it’s a masterclass on healing, creativity, parent & child relationships and the courage it takes to share your truth with the world.⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:37 - What Inspired The Name Maina Mind?04:16 - One Of The Biggest Industries In The Coming Future06:35 - Debut Album: Midnight Poetry10:26 - Creatives Need To Own Their Own Material12:27 - Developing Emotional Intelligence17:34 - What Did Losing Mum Mean?22:32 - How Do You Feel At That Exact Moment?24:23 - Why Every Boy Needs A Dad35:07 - How Does One Develop A Relationship With Their Parents?40:24 - The Relationship Comes From Working On The Little Things44:45 - What Did Therapy Teach You About Yourself?48:43 - How Did All That Moving Shape Who You Are?53:21 - Struggling To Fit In56:16 - Why Is A Relationship Between A Father & Son So Important?1:02:22 - Kick It Section: Toughest Thing You've Healed From?1:04:46 - Kick It Section: Lessons For The Next Generation1:05:42 - Kick It Section: Advice To Men About Vulnerability1:07:28 - Outro