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It's Related, I Promise

A sonic escape into the world of THREE diverse Kenyan women. We are young professionals, braving the urban landscape of Kenya's capital city and growing our friendship as we go along. Sharing our 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 (we saw you in our analytics- LOL); You're all welcome to join in on the fun! Africa to the WORLD;KARIBUNI SANA! Brought to you by Julia Gaitho, Sharon Machira, & Muthoni Muchiri (Our Silent Member)
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Episodes

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 26:25 Beating imposter syndrome 30:32 Fans etiquette 43:03 Understanding Influencer Marketing 57:02 Agencies...

Oct 11, 20241 hr 26 min

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 to hear this one! 🎧 #itsrelatedipromise #colourism 00:00 Introduction 4:50 What Caught Your Attention. 1...

Sep 27, 20241 hr 25 min

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! Vote here: https://www.pulselive.co.ke/influencer-awards/podcast/3gestyr Tell a friend to tell a friend! 🗳️ #ItsRelatediPromise00:00 Introduction 3:02 What Caug...

Sep 13, 20241 hr

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 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Follow Dushy on Instagra...

Aug 30, 20241 hr 1 min

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 Follow Edith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edithkimani/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on...

Aug 16, 20241 hr 4 min

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 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrela...

Aug 02, 202459 min

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! #itsrelatedipromise #irip #costoffriendship 00:00 Introductions 06:17 What Caught Your Attention 2...

Jul 19, 20241 hr 13 min

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 Testimony 1:00:41 Choosing to Join the Gig Economy Disclaimer Alert; This recording was done before the recent eve...

Jul 05, 20241 hr 16 min

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 using the code ILUVIRIp will get Shs. 1000 deposited to their account to start them off on investing 🤩...

Jun 07, 20241 hr 18 min

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 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Follow Charles on IG: https://www.insta...

May 24, 20241 hr 25 min

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 Learn Tribalism 47:47 - 56:27 Do We Tend to Date Along Tribal Lines 56:28 - 1:13:17 How Do We Promote Tribal Stere...

May 10, 20241 hr 15 min

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 start making secure online purchases on your preferred platforms with exclusive deals and rewards 💃🏾🕺�...

Apr 26, 20241 hr 3 min

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 Attention? 22:23 - 25:49 Who TF Did She Marry? 25:50 - 43:12 What Informed Our Ideas About Love/Marriage? 43:13 - 46:53 Would We Fre...

Apr 12, 20241 hr 11 min

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 - 15:27 Segue Into Today's Conversation 15:28 - 25:32 What's Our Take On Porn & Masturbation 25:3...

Mar 29, 20241 hr 22 min

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's Our Take on LGBTQIA+? 25:09 - 33:05 - Let's Proceed With The Questions 33:06 - 34:15 - I Am Enough Affi...

Mar 15, 20241 hr 20 min

Faith, Sex & Secondary Virginity

Do you believe in Holy Baddies? Or Secondary Virginity? This week the girls get real about Faith, Sexuality & Abstinence.

Mar 01, 20241 hr 53 min

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.

Feb 02, 20241 hr 26 min

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 Noah - Check him out on Instagram, Spotify, Youtube, and Netflix Comedy Central - The Daily Show...

Jan 24, 20241 hr 4 min

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/Wellbeing (01:17:07) - Looking into 2024!...

Jan 05, 20241 hr 26 min

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.

Dec 15, 20231 hr 14 min

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.

Dec 01, 20231 hr 17 min

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...

Nov 17, 20231 hr 25 min

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

Nov 03, 20231 hr 18 min
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