Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!

Keith Tupac Gatiramu

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This podcast is hosted by Keith Tupac Gatiramu. The podcasts focuses on sharing real life stories by real life people in all areas of life allowing them to grow mentally, emotionally and/or spiritually. Just To Kick It Is A Blessing means that life is a gift, no matter how hard it may get the fact that you are alive is a blessing.

FEB 11

S5E13: MEN'S PERSPECTIVE: RELATIONSHIPS, LOVE, SEX, COMMITMENT, BODY COUNT & MORE | MULI JR.

00:00 - Intro 03:27 - Why Do Most Relationships Fail? 05:28 - Solitude vs. Loneliness: What's the Difference? 06:48 - Have You Ever Truly Been in Love? 16:00 - What Should Women Know About How Men Express Love? 21:10 - How Do You Know When You've Found "The One"? 33:55 - The Truth About Gender Roles in Relationships 38:54 - How Do Men Find Time to Be Vulnerable in Love? 41:39 - Understanding Love Languages 45:04 - The Power of Perseverance in Relationships 46:57 - Cancel Culture & Dating: Where Do We Draw the Line? 53:01 - Cheating: Is It Ever Justifiable? 57:50 - How Many Partners Is "Too Many"? 59:39 - Do Soulmates Really Exist? 1:03:16 - Outro

1h 6m
FEB 4

S5E12: THE POWER OF MUSIC: HOW IT CAN HEAL OR HARM | WAFA ARMAN

Wafa Arman is a Trainee Clinical Psychologist (Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at NHS), a radio presenter, and an artist known as The Musical Psychologist. In this episode, we dive into her unique journey of balancing psychology and music, the impact of mental health on creativity, and how music itself can be a form of therapy. 🔹 What drives her passion for both music and psychology?🔹 How does she juggle multiple roles?🔹 The relationship between music and mental well-being🔹 Insights on men’s mental health, perseverance, and self-sabotage🔹 Her latest project: Ready for Takeoff 00:00 - Intro01:58 - Interest in Music & Psychology02:46 - Why Pursue a Doctorate?03:54 - The Armani Way05:45 - How's the Music Journey?07:12 - Balancing Multiple Roles08:30 - Challenges in Juggling Careers09:48 - The Link Between Music & Psychology12:10 - What’s Next?12:45 - Physical vs. Mental Health12:54 - Mental Health Opportunities We Need14:40 - Men & Mental Health17:42 - Who Had It Tougher—Our Parents or Us?20:35 - Building Perseverance22:10 - Do Psychologists Struggle Too?25:12 - Staying Mentally Fit25:34 - Cognitive Therapy Explained28:52 - The Power of Music in Healing30:05 - What Kind of Music Do You Make?32:46 - Greatest Moment as an Artist35:23 - How Has Your Upbringing Shaped You?36:07 - Latest Project: Ready for Takeoff40:36 - The Story Behind The Musical Psychologist42:50 - Dealing With Self-Sabotage 🔥 Kick It Rapid-Fire Questions:44:50 - Song That Lifts Your Mood45:14 - Album You Listen to From Start to Finish45:31 - Dinner With One Person—Who Would It Be?46:10 - If You Had to Give Up One: Music or Psychology?

49 min
JAN 21

S5E11: FROM BEING A LAW GRADUATE TO STARTING A INFLUENCER AGENCY | HALIMA HUSSEIN

In this episode, we sit down with Halima Hussein, the dynamic Founder & Managing Director of Marketing In Colour, the first influencer agency dedicated to amplifying Black-owned brands. With a remarkable career spanning some of the world's biggest agencies like Ogilvy, Buttermilk, and Billion Dollar Boy, Halima has collaborated with global brands including Samsung, L’Oréal, Lipton Tea, Heineken, Amazon, Virgin Games, and more. Beyond her professional achievements, Halima holds a Law degree from Brunel University and a Master’s in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Management from Imperial College Business School, where she graduated with Dean’s List Honors. Join us as Halima takes us through her incredible journey, from launching her first beauty company at 19 to building an influencer marketing agency. 00:00 - Intro 01:37 - What Inspired You To Start A Beauty Company At 19? 04:05 - Why Did You Decide To Pursue A Law Degree? 04:40 - What Happened To H.H Glam? 06:55 - What New Things Can We Expect? 07:30 - Doing A Master's Was The Best Decision I Made 09:44 - What Pulled You In That Direction? 12:38 - Working For Ogilvy In The UK 16:52 - How Did It Feel To Find Your Calling & Passion? 18:57 - How Was It Working For Your Dream Brands? 23:46 - Why I Left Corporate 25:47 - Why Did You Move To Dubai? 29:52 - Why Did You Launch Marketing In Colour? 35:32 - Being Around Inspiring People 37:58 - How Pivotal Is Your Relationship With Your Family? 40:00 - Greatest Advice You’ve Received 42:11 - Recent Book or Podcast That Has Inspired You 42:48 - Leader or Entrepreneur You Look Up To 43:17 - Advice To 19-Year-Old Halima 44:00 - What Don’t People Expect About You? 44:36 - Outro

50 min
JAN 14

S5E10: FROM KENYA TO SOUTH AFRICA ON A BODA BODA (MOTORBIKE) | MASA KITUYI

Masa dedicated over five years to working at Roam, starting his journey as an engineer and eventually advancing to the role of Product Owner. Recently, he embarked on an extraordinary adventure, riding a boda boda from Nairobi to Cape Town as part of a research initiative by the University of Stellenbosch. Along the way, his journey took him through Tanzania, Malawi, Zambia, and Botswana, offering him unique insights and experiences across these diverse regions. 00:00 - Intro 02:24 - Career Transition 02:54 - Previous Role At Roam 03:35 - University Background 04:51 - Getting Job At Roam 06:10 - Turning Down A £50,000 Per Year Job 08:54 - Part Of The Team That Started The Motorbike Project 10:42 - Teaching The President How To Ride 13:11 - Riding From Kenya To South Africa 18:57 - Worst Part Of The Journey 21:33 - We Went Through 4 Countries 23:03 - Best Part Of The Journey 27:38 - The Wildlife Of The Journey 30:54 - Camping Experience 36:38 - Did You Get To Reflect On The Meaning Of Life? 43:00 - Falling In Love With Bikes 48:52 - Discovering Purpose 53:04 - Motor cross Journey 58:16 - Life Lessons Learnt From Motorsports 1:00:10 - Outro

1h 5m
11/21/2024

S5E9: HOW FESTIVAL REJECTIONS INSPIRED ME TO CREATE MY OWN STAGE | KASEY OMWANDA

Kasey Omwanda is an entrepreneur, talented DJ, and the visionary founder of Airbeat which is a global entertainment company redefining Africa’s entertainment landscape by creating stunning and unforgettable experiences. Airbeat has hosted international stars like Kranium and Gabzy, alongside some of Kenya’s top DJs. In this episode, Kasey opens up about his journey as a DJ and event organizer, the bold decision to drop out of school to pursue his passion, and his battles with mental health, especially during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. He also offers a unique and thought-provoking perspective on love. 00:00 - Intro 02:07 - How It All Started 03:14 - What Makes You Feel Most Fulfilled? 05:52 - First Event As A Dj 07:59 - As An Entertainer, Your Work Is To Entertain 09:10 - What Happens When You Don't Feel Like It? 10:46 - Best Dj Experience 12:39 - Worst Dj Experience 13:48 - Event Organizing Start 14:55 - How Was Your First Event? 16:48 - Using My School Fees To Throw A Bash 20:21 - First Summer Tides 24:01 - Having Supportive Parents 26:47 - Did You Feel Like Quitting? 29:01 - How Was Covid For You? 31:48 - Worst Event Experience 33:49 - Best Event Experience 34:47 - Do You Think You've Found Your Purpose? 36:51 - What Do You Think Is Affecting Men? 40:34 - Persistence Is The Key 42:54 - I Wasn't Ready For Love 45:26 - How Do You Stay Mentally Fit? No matter where you are. No matter what you are going through. Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!

54 min
11/13/2024

S5E8: SELF, FINANCES & RELATIONSHIPS: WHY THEY DON'T TEACH US IMPORTANT LESSONS IN SCHOOL | CALEB SAM

Caleb Sam is a businessman, trader, investor, content creator, mentor, and co-founder of Financial Hub Forex Academy. Karleb’s journey began in 2017 when he and his co-founder, two teenagers with big dreams, launched Financial Hub from a single-room apartment. Driven by a passion for transforming their lives through understanding the financial markets, they ventured into the unknown, determined to make a mark without a clear roadmap. He shares his story, from humble beginnings to becoming a trusted mentor and educator in the forex trading world. Hear his insights on finance, resilience, school, education, mental health and the power of believing in yourself. 00:00 - Intro 02:37 - Opening The Fatherhood Chapter 06:20 - Dropping Of Out Of University 08:39 - Dropping Out With A Plan 11:58 - Why I Chose The Finance Industry 15:48 - How Did You Start? 18:47 - Where We Started 26:00 - Did You Ever Feel Like Quitting? 31:33 - How To Choose A Co-Founder? 37:56 - People Struggling To Find Meaningful Relationships 39:23 - How Money Moves From Have Nots To Haves 45:07 - How I Lost $850,000 In Prop Trading 50:32 - What Keeps You Motivated? 56:22 - Teaching Vs. Trading 1:02:00 - Is Trading Sustainable? 1:04:35 - Don't Get Cocky 1:06:08 - Biggest Lesson On Entrepreneurship 1:08:28 - Failing Vs Quitting 1:10:29 - Learning About Yourself 1:14:45 - Men & Mental Health 1:20:35 - Outro No matter where you are. No matter what you are going through. Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!

1h 28m
10/23/2024

S5E7: FROM IDEA TO $1M: MISSION TO END PERIOD POVERTY | LENNOX OMONDI & KEITH TUPAC GATIRAMU

In this episode of the Just To Kick It Is A Blessing podcast, the host Keith Tupac Gatiramu spoke to Lennox Omondi. Lennox Omondi is the CEO and Co-Founder of EcoBana. EcoBana is a social enterprise and a youth led company who work together with women, refugee outreach and young entrepreneurs based in different counties to produce biodegradable eco-friendly and hygienic sanitary towels made from banana fibers. In 2022, EcoBana won the $1M Hult Prize. 00:00 - Introduction 01:35 - How My Upbringing Shaped My Journey 03:39 - Educational Background: Laying the Foundation 04:36 - Adjusting to a Cultural Shift 05:50 - Winning Mr. St. Paul's University: A Defining Moment 08:44 - The Harsh Reality: Why So Many Girls Don’t Finish School 13:32 - Starting With Purpose: Tackling the Problem Head-On 24:10 - Securing Our First Grant: A Game-Changer 26:40 - Why Men Are Passionate About Period Poverty 29:25 - Breaking the Stigma Around Menstruation 31:20 - The Milestone of Buying Our First Machines 33:40 - The Big Win: How We Claimed the $1M Hult Prize 40:30 - Opening Our First Factory: Scaling Up for Impact 42:40 - Key Lessons From Winning $1 Million 46:18 - Growth Through Feedback: Fine-Tuning the Process 52:34 - From Making 3 Pads a Day to 200 Per Minute: Scaling Production

1h 8m
09/25/2024

S5E6: BIG LESSONS FROM LITTLE MINDS: WHAT CHILDREN TEACH US | NJOKI MUNENE & KEITH TUPAC GATIRAMU

On this episode of the Just To Kick It Is A Blessing Podcast, podcast host Keith Tupac Gatiramu had a conversation with Njoki Munene. Njoki is a digital marketer and business consultant. She is a proud mother of two, and shares lessons motherhood has taught her. 00:00 - Intro 03:00 - Being Full Of Adventure 07:15 - How Was Your Birthing Experience? 13:26 - Early Years Of Motherhood & Transitioning 16:00 - Navigating Love Is Tough 19:19 - The Power Of Routine 27:35 - Actions Speak Louder Than Words 33:08 - Motherhood Has Taught Me Patience 36:31 - Your Parents Parenting Style Influencing Your Parenting Style 42:01 - How Has Motherhood Changed How You Look At The World 49:56 - Assume You Know Nothing About Your Children 58:47 - Principles You'd Like To Teach Your Children 1:02:30 - Finding Balance

1h 7m

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Creator

Keith Tupac Gatiramu
Years Active

2020 - 2025
Episodes

61
Rating

Explicit
Show Website

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!

Episodes

S5E13: MEN'S PERSPECTIVE: RELATIONSHIPS, LOVE, SEX, COMMITMENT, BODY COUNT & MORE | MULI JR.

S5E12: THE POWER OF MUSIC: HOW IT CAN HEAL OR HARM | WAFA ARMAN

S5E11: FROM BEING A LAW GRADUATE TO STARTING A INFLUENCER AGENCY | HALIMA HUSSEIN

S5E10: FROM KENYA TO SOUTH AFRICA ON A BODA BODA (MOTORBIKE) | MASA KITUYI

S5E9: HOW FESTIVAL REJECTIONS INSPIRED ME TO CREATE MY OWN STAGE | KASEY OMWANDA

S5E8: SELF, FINANCES & RELATIONSHIPS: WHY THEY DON'T TEACH US IMPORTANT LESSONS IN SCHOOL | CALEB SAM

S5E7: FROM IDEA TO $1M: MISSION TO END PERIOD POVERTY | LENNOX OMONDI & KEITH TUPAC GATIRAMU

S5E6: BIG LESSONS FROM LITTLE MINDS: WHAT CHILDREN TEACH US | NJOKI MUNENE & KEITH TUPAC GATIRAMU

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