Hello and karibuni to a new episode. I'm back again and this time for good. A lot has changed since the last time I recorded and I wanted to kickoff this new phase with a candid conversation between my mom and I. We speak on our shared love for books, especially by Jordan Peterson and our favorite rules from his book. We then segue into spirituality and the journey it leads us on in life and finally closing it off with how we can unlock our potential. I very much enjoyed this one and I hope you do as well. As always please let me know your thoughts on this episode and I cannot wait to release more content on this platform. Enjoy!
Kama kawaida, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_m.weye_
Follow my socials:
Alvin Thuo @thuo__
Hello and karibuni to the second minisode. For the very first time Alvin didn't have an agenda but the mandem Kabz came through with two questions: we talked about what makes our lives worth living and the most important people in our lives. Of course, we didn't leave out the banter. Thanks for tuning in!
Music by: Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Host: Mark Kaburu @kaburu_mark
Hello and karibuni to episode 5 of season 2. This week I sat down with my father, David Thuo. He is the founder of Fitness With David, the fastest recreational runner in Kenya, an aeronautical engineer and a father of three. We begin the episode by reminiscing about career and university interests before learning about his fitness journey and how to strengthen your mind to overcome challenges. Later, we delve into fatherhood, relationships and navigating life through your 20s. Thank you for listening!
Music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Follow my dad to learn more about fitness, motivation and mentorship:
@FitnessWithDavid on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter
Link to his Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjjuwK8MG0ncuXPLMcQ_JxQ
Hello and karibuni to the first mini episode! This week I was joined by my partner, Ivy Wanjiku, to have a conversation about fears. We shared some of the fears we have that are pertinent in our 20s, how we can cope with these fears once we recognize them and so much more. Listen to explore this theme with us. As always thank you for tuning in.
Intro and outro music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Nathaniel Drew's video on courage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXTJXRo5MTM
Quote shared by Ivy: "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light not our darkness that most frightens us." ~ Marianne Williamson
Hello and Karibuni to episode 4 of season 2. This week I am joined by my good friend Jesse Forrester. He is an entrepreneur and a farmer based in Nairobi, Kenya. On this episode we get to learn about his journey of entrepreneurship, starting a company building electric motorcycles, passion, fatherhood and reminiscing about our childhood etc. Thank you for tuning in, I appreciate it.
Kama kawaida, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Follow our guest:
Jesse Forrester @jesse_forrester
His business @mazimobility
Hi and karibuni to yet another episode. This week I sat down with Stacey Nabutse, a songstress among many other talents, who is located in Nairobi, Kenya. We delve into her childhood, singing journey as well as her branding and marketing. Later we explore figuring ourselves out as well as other light banter and nuggets of wisdom sprinkled throughout the entire episode. Thank you for always tuning in and I hope you enjoy this one yet again!
Kama kawaida, Intro & Outro music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Follow our guest and her art:
Stacey Nabutse @ms.nabuts.e
Listen to her song with Kisemebe, Chomo: https://music.apple.com/us/album/chomo-feat-khandasi/1516274261?i=1516274276
Branding/Marketing: kkkcreations.co.ke
Finding Your North Star by Nathaniel Drew: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QG_JWa4_LKQ&t=729s
Hello and karibuni to the second episode of season 2! I am excited for this one because I sat down with a financial savvy friend to talk about personal finance. Her name is Paula Wangai Njeru and she is based in Austria. We delve into ones relationship with money and investments. We also talk about self doubt and trusting oneself and how one can express their opinions. Thank you as always for tuning in, I highly appreciate it.
Please share the podcast if you like it and I value your feedback.
Intro and outro music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Follow our guest's podcast for more financial tips:
@wangai_njeru on Instagram
My handle:
@thuo__ on Instagram
Additional Resources:
The French Language doesn't make sense by Nathaniel Drew: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qL-Qe7bJopY
Hello and karibuni to Season 2 episode 1!! I am excited to open this chapter with a conversation with my two of my closest friends, Rogi Ruguru, an architect, DJ, podcaster and fashion enthusiast, based in New Jersey, USA and Alvin Mwanicky, a guitarist, music aficionado and footballer based in Victoria, Canada. We begin with some light banter about various accents, cruise down memory lane and delve deeper into self development, friendships and vulnerability. Thank you for tuning in.
As always, brand new intro and outro music by my guest Alvin Mwanicky.
Our guests' socials:
Rogi Ruguru @brwn_sista
Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Give a listen to the following too:
My Alte vibes playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/everything-alt%C3%A9-ii/pl.u-b3b8azGIy8G5yVM
Fresh Kahawa by Rogi Ruguru: https://soundcloud.com/user-267657880
Hello and karibuni to the final episode of season one. This past week I sat down with Steve Mwangangi and Masika Mutiso, who are both cohosts of the Medicate & Meditate Podcast together with Clinton Mugo. They are based in Nairobi, Kenya. We talk about the radio industry in Kenya, collaboration and end in a candid conversation about self care. Thank you for tuning in!
As always, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Our guest's socials:
Steve Mwangangi @mwangangi.munyoki
Masika Mutiso @m.asika
Link to their podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/meditate-medicate/id1535327290
You can also listen to the following podcasts:
The Sandwich Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sandwich-podcast/id1525779581
Banter Over Brunch: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banter-over-brunch/id1526576309
Hello and welcome to the penultimate episode of season one! This week I had another conversation with Frankhie Muthumbi. He is a writer and a poet based in Nairobi, Kenya. The episode begins rather differently this time around, with a brief dive into lucid dreaming. We also get into bizarre experiences in the heart of Nairobi city, male instinct and the theme of self love among others. I appreciate you all for tuning in and I hope you enjoy this one as well!
Kama kawaida music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Frankhie's socials:
@frankiejay
His blog website - https://medium.com/@Frankhie
This week's vibes brought to you by Mark Kaburu. Peep his SA Playlist: https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/sa-vibes/pl.u-kv9lbpjC7YqNXke
Hello and karibuni to yet another episode. This week I sat down and had a conversation with Jerome, an artist based in Nairobi, Kenya. We delve into his childhood and how it contributed to his artistry. He also reminisces on his appreciation of music, beauty and defining himself through multiple disciplines. Thank you for tuning in as always, I hope you enjoy this one!
As always, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Jerome's socials: @ jeromeo.k on IG
Link to my friend's film that I acted in: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9FkDtMm4yU
Hello and karibuni tena to yet another episode. This week I sat down and had a chat with Walter Maina Juma. He is a photographer based in Nairobi, Kenya. We begin by lightly joking about dating and later delve into his photography journey and what taking portraits means to him. We also briefly discuss finances, music and more. Thank you for tuning in and I hope you enjoy.
Kama kawaida, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Maina Juma's socials:
maina.juma - Instagram
Podcasts you should head over and listen to
1) Meditate and Medicate - https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/meditate-medicate/id1535327290
2. Surviving Nairobi's Episode on finances: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yWmzM7Lz27c
This week's vibes
1) Maina Juma's Bossa Nova Playlist- https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/bossa-nova/pl.u-55D66ZKs8rlPeg9
2) Njeri Gecaga's Alte Playlist - https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/alt%C3%A9/pl.u-6mo4lDmh8GlzlWN
Hello and karibuni tena to yet another episode! This week I sat down and had a conversation with the goat, Mervyn Obiero. He is a rapper and model based in Nairobi, Kenya. We delve into his musical journey in this episode as he reflects on his new EP, Somethings In The Water, his musical influences and how he is striving to stand out through his art. We also briefly discuss the stereotypical African parent's perspective of pursuing an art as a career. Thank you for tuning in and enjoy!
Kama kawaida, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Follow us on our socials:
@mervyn.o -Instagram
Meryvn Obiero - SoundCloud/Apple Music/Spotify
@thuo__ -Instagram
Listen to his EP, Somethings In The Water: https://music.apple.com/us/album/somethings-in-the-water-deluxe/1531920730
Hello and karibuni tena to another episode. This week I sat down with Stephanie Ng'ang'a. She is a YouTuber and content creator based in Nairobi, Kenya. She reflects on her YouTube journey and the burnout that comes with creating content. We also delve into skin care, career manifestations and collaborating with other content creators. I hope you enjoy!
Kama kawaida, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Our guest's socials :
@ stephanienganga : Instagram
@Stephanie Nganga : YouTube
Podcast recommendations:
1. Surviving Nairobi -
2. Banter Over Brunch Podcast
3. Bonga Ball Podcast
4. It's related, I promise
Hello and karibuni yet again to another episode! This week I sit down and catch up with Alice Kanji. She is a youTuber, podcaster and content marketer based in Nairobi, Kenya. She reflects on her YouTube channel and lessons learned from the past year as she turns 21 this month. She also shares her and her co-host, Alexia Musau's vision for their podcast, Banter Over Brunch. Sit back and enjoy.
Kama kawaida music by Alvin Mwanicky: @_matuko.weye_ (Instagram)
Follow our socials:
@banteroverbrunchpod - Instagram
@alice_kanji - Instagram
@thuo__ - Instagram
Hello and karibuni tena to another episode. I had the amazing opportunity to chat to Neema Analo Kanga. She is an amazing saxophonist and vocalist based in Nairobi, Kenya. She looks back on her upbringing in the US and musical journey through high school. We also delve into her love for jazz, working with Octopizzo and the theme of gratitude. I hope you enjoy!
Neema's socials:
IG - @analo_kanga
Kama kawaida, music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Hello and karibuni to the second episode! This week I sat down and had a chat with Shem Obara, a talented photographer based in Nairobi. In this episode, Shem talks about shooting at Blankets&Wine, Nairobbery and finally reflects on the meaning of friendship. I hope you enjoy!
Shem's Socials:
@shem.obara - Instagram
@shemobara - Twitter
As always, Music by Alvin Mwanicky @_matuko.weye_
Hello to all my amazing listeners! This week I sat down and had a conversation with Raph Wangutusi. Raph is a YouTuber and writer for the Standard Newspaper. On this episode he shares candid memories of his upbringing in Western Kenya and reflects on how he should live his life. I hope you enjoy it!
Raph's socials:
@raphwangutsi - Instagram, Twitter, Linkedin, YouTube
Music by:
Alvin Mwanicky: @ _matuko.weye_
Hello and Welcome to all the new listeners! This is the very first episode and I am excited to share the purpose of this podcast with you. I will also give a brief introduction of myself and my creative journey as a photographer. Enjoy!
Music by Alvin Mwanicky || IG: @_matuko.weye_