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The Mics Are Open

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A slightly skewed look at life through the lens of a group of radio presenters in Nairobi, Kenya. Every week G Money, Calvin, Neville, Ashley and Andy Young chop it up on topics that they probably have no expertise in, but some how it works! The Mics Are Open is a random journey that meanders through five very different lives. These guys are so good, you might even think that they are friends in real life!
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Episodes

#315 - Lamine Yamal and other SHORT stories

The crew is back with another banger! Was Lamine Yamal in the wrong for allegedly hiring people with Dwarfism for his birthday party? Are there sins you’re too broke to commit? Find out what the gang had to say. They get into the Wireless Festival, UK vs. US rappers clash, and Calvin talks about shaving his hair. All this, plus plenty more madness on today’s episode. Enjoy!

Jul 18, 20251 hr 12 min

#313 - My Barber Shouldn't Touch Me Like That!!

Mandem,, how do you like it, smooth or rough ... We are talking about your barber! Calvin has a revelation and G Money wants to buy a horse .. Confused? We all are! Enjoy!

Jul 04, 20251 hr

#312 - The People Shall ..... Win

The gang dissect all the latest happens in the 254, The demonstrations in commemoration of the lives lost on June 16th 2024 plus the insane claim that we don't need Nairobi national park.

Jun 27, 20251 hr 14 min

#311 - You Can't Kill Us All (#EndPoliceBrutality)

Another week, more deaths, where does it end? It's a mixed bag this week. The guys talk about the Kenyan situation and police brutality. G expresses fear of alien life while Andy expresses hope for a better day.

Jun 20, 20251 hr 4 min

#310 - Enough is Enough - The Mics Are Open

It's a heavy week in Kenya and the gang chop it up about the killing of Albert Ojwang. When will it end and what's the way forward. It's a really good episode. Enjoy. Rest In Peace Albert Ojwang

Jun 13, 20251 hr 24 min

#308 - Mama’s Boy? So what!?

Still loading the craziness in this episode! We recapped about Mother’s Day, and talked about why men generally don’t go big on celebrating themselves. We also got into Calvin’s business about future tension between his mom and significant other because of his mom’s access and time spent in his house. This led into a conversation about treating parents like human beings. We got into trends as well, including the amapiano and oontz movement that’s swept the Kenyan scene. The crew also settled the...

May 23, 20251 hr 2 min

#304 - "Lakers in 5, Shannon in Deep" - The Q&A Edition

The gang deep dives into Aviator this week, G learns the game and shows the rest of the team and explains how It could be addictive and how people need to bet responsibly. We also tackle as many of your questions as we can. Plus Shannon Sharp, again ...

Apr 25, 20251 hr 35 min

#303 - Do You Want Head or Brains? - The Mics Are Open

The gang are back and this week the conversation deep dives into micro chips in the brain. Imagine having unlimited as to information all the time. Andy is here for it, the OG's are less enthusiastic.

Apr 18, 20251 hr 16 min

#302 - "Wanjiru!!!"

The gang are in full chaos mode today apparently it all goes down in the DM's

Apr 11, 20251 hr 22 min

#301 - I've Never Seen A Jehovah Witness in A G Wagon!!

Wild episode today where the gang speak on so many things. Anthony Edwards paying 18 years of child support, How unhappy are Kenyan's and Marvin Sapp holding his church hostage. What is the world coming to LOL

Apr 04, 20251 hr 16 min

#300 - Three Hundred!!

The Mics Are Open hit's 300 episodes and the gang are reminiscing about the last 6 years. The discuss their favourite episodes, the covid years and as usual Andy throws a few curveballs. They are joined by friend of the pod Fabian!

Mar 28, 20251 hr 18 min

#299 - "Why Have You Married Someone You Don't Like?

The gang are back with an hilarious look at life in Nairobi. The ask the question "Is Baba the most successful politician in Kenya? - It's not as wild as it sounds, also why are you marrying someone you don't like? - There's a lot more but we will leave you to enjoy!

Mar 14, 20251 hr 10 min

#298 - To Get That Girl, Just Marry Someone Else!!

What does love mean to you? This week the gang chop it up about how much they've grown and how they see love differently. The also discuss Bien's Trace Award win and how that affects the industry.

Mar 07, 20251 hr 11 min

#297 - Don't Act Like A Saint, We Know You Wanna Hit It!

Explosive episode this week with some really wild takes, we talk about KPLC vs Nairobi County. We also ask if a woman in Nairobi will accept polygamy if the price is right and we ask, do men use women as "confidence boosters" Tune in chill out, let's go!

Feb 28, 20251 hr 7 min

#296 - "We Are Awake!! Not Woke" - The Mics Are Open

What's the difference between being "awake" and being "woke" - G is back from his tour of South East Asia with all the stories, we talk about Baba's failed AUC bid and we ask about how intentional we are with our friendships.

Feb 21, 20251 hr 5 minEp. 296

#295 - Destiny Connector - The Mics Are Open

Ashley’s back after a long break, and she talks about being away! Both her and Calvin talk about our neighbors in the 255 having just visited TZ. They talk about the hospitality,food,maneuvering their airport,and so much more. How long did it take you to know your way around Nairobi CBD? And what other places in the city are hard to navigate? We share our experiences learning what the streets of Nairobi are like. The crew also talks Kendrick’s Super Bowl Half Time performance and what they thoug...

Feb 14, 20251 hr 16 min

#294 - Valentines isn't a feeling , It's a Weekend!!

The gang are joined by Nyaash from The Wild Card and he finally explains what "Jabroni" means. The guys chop it up about the Grammy's, Kendrick Lamar and ask 'Did Beyonce deserve that award ... They also discuss women crushes and what excuses to use to get out of Valentine's Day

Feb 07, 20251 hr 24 min

#293 - No Role Models - The Mics Are Open

It’s the end of the month and the boys dissect everything from how the foreign aid freeze by the Trump administration has affected the health sector to the bloody turmoil that’s defined The Congo. The conversations backed by the ever noisy Nyamita from the Sandwich podcast will have you questioning Khalif Kairo's tribulation. This and much more!

Jan 31, 20251 hr 34 min

#292 - The Golden Age Of Scamming

The gang is joined by the Pod god Hafare and Malik from the Straight Out of Turkana Podcast. New week, new episode! This time around we have Malik and Hafare, super subs and in an epic way. The conversation goes from how insults are the quickest way to start to learn a foreign language to Kiswahili, a pain point. Donald Trumps inauguration speech and Hafare saying that Elon is on some …. Foreign aid pause and how it will affect Africa and more so Turkan which is Malik’s yard. Of course Andy has ...

Jan 24, 20251 hr 22 min

#289 - Is God Fair? - The Mics Are Open

Join us on the pod this week with special guest, former Homeboyz Radio presenter “Fuego” - we talk about the Chris Brown Show in SA and G asks why a women would want to sleep with 100 men to break a world record? We dip into OnlyFans and round up by asking “Is God Fair?” - Enjoy

Dec 21, 20241 hr 21 min

#288 - "Wait Till Monday to Choke The Monkey" -

Pornhub says that Monday evening is it's busiest times followed by Sunday morning, of course we had to test the data... no not like that you filthy beast. We discuss the Jay Z story plus whether boarding schools make sense in this day and age.

Dec 13, 20241 hr 6 min

#287 - Mandem, No One Loves You! Get Used To It!

What does it take for a man to experience love? What is love in the first place? The gang chop up that topic today and a few other bits and pieces. Also, should DJs be vetted?

Dec 06, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 287

#285 - Double Cheeked Up Mike! - The Mics Are Open

This week, Calvin’s wild TZ stories take a turn (what did that Uber driver offer?!), and the crew debates if “abusive” words can really be endearing. What’s on your IG explore pages? Ladies, Pick up a controller to understand men. Ashley’s “client list” has us questioning hit lists.

Nov 23, 20241 hr 9 min
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