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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)

  1. 8 DEC

    Bride Price or Bought Wife? || With Bright Gameli & Charles Murito

    Is paying bride price buying a woman or a cultural rite that still holds value today? In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most debated topics in African homes:bride price. From its traditional meaning… to how it’s practiced today… to whether it’s becoming commercialized, misused or misunderstood… and whether it’s a deal breaker if bride price isn’t paid. We’re unpacking all of it with Bright Gameli and Charles Murito, who share their personal experiences, cultural insights, and a few hot takes. Listen in and share your take! As always — it’s related… we promise! ✨ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/its-related-i-promise/id1521265221 Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en Follow Bright on IG: https://www.instagram.com/brightgameli?igsh=dWVta253dDc3Z2d4 Follow Charles on IG: https://www.instagram.com/njenga_cm?igsh=MWFkMWt5dGtxOTIzeg==

    1h 2m

  2. 21 NOV

    Surviving The Gig Economy: Literature & Book Culture | #STGE || With Angela Wachuka

    #STGE – Surviving The Gig Economy! What does it take to thrive in Kenya’s world of literature and cultural work? 📚 In this new episode, we sit down with the brilliant Angela Wachuka, co-founder of Book Bunk, to talk about facing the odds, reshaping Nairobi’s public libraries, and what that means for how we experience knowledge, culture, and community. From the unpredictability of the literature space to the wins and lessons of building public cultural institutions… this episode is full of insights every creative needs to hear. ✨ Tune in! And while you’re at it… How To Build A Library premieres TODAY at Motion Cinemas. (Don’t say #iRIP didn’t put you on! 😉) Links Mentioned: Book Bunk: https://www.instagram.com/thebookbunk/?hl=en How To Build A Library Film: https://www.instagram.com/how.to.build.a.library/?hl=en M-changa Book Bunk for crowdfunding: https://www.mchanga.africa/fundraiser/123953 Komini: https://www.instagram.com/kominibypani/?hl=en Miles Morland Writing Scholarship: https://milesmorlandfoundation.com Books: Dust by Yvonne Adhiambo Owuor The Havoc of Choice by Wanjiru Koinange Follow Angela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angelawachuka_/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/its-related-i-promise/id1521265221 Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en

    1h 13m

  3. 7 NOV

    Should women aspire to be wives & mothers first? || With Pinky Ghelani & Gowi Odera

    Should women aspire to be wives and mothers first or has that “should” expired? 💭 From the quiet pressure to marry and become mothers, to how this conversation plays out for both men and women, we’re unpacking it all with Pinky Ghelani and Gowi Odera. This episode had us asking the hard questions and we hope it challenges your thinking too! 🎧 Tune in and let us know what you think! ➡ Follow Pinky: https://www.instagram.com/pinkyghelani?igsh=MXY3c3I5MDdqbndpag== ➡ Follow Gowi: https://www.instagram.com/gowiodera?igsh=MWJsNmE3b2RqZGI3eg== ➡ Listen to Kahawa na Gowi: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tSXM8RB9PcsVl8fV6Gq5T?si=SBJ36yzRT9urIZJLI2FGQg Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/its-related-i-promise/id1521265221 Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en

    1h 43m

  4. 25 OCT

    Where the F*** have we been!? Fungua Roho & new season catch up

    We’re backkkk! 🎉 After what feels like forever, we’re finally back on set — catching up on everything from career moves and new projects to the little (and not-so-little) updates that shaped us during the break. This one’s raw, hilarious, and long overdue we’re getting real about what kept us away, how life’s been lifing, and what you can expect this new season. So grab your tea (or wine, we won’t judge ) and let’s catch up! It’s been a minute, but we promise, it was worth the wait. 💛 With love from Jules, Sharon &Noni. Mentioned; Passion vs Paycheck episode: https://spotify.link/1i49RpUTIXb So This is Love Podcast: https://spotify.link/zeDv9mZTIXb Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/its-related-i-promise/id1521265221 Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en

    1h 20m

  5. 11/10/2024

    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 1:10:34 Lessons Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/its-related-i-promise/id1521265221 Follow Murugi on IG: https://www.instagram.com/murugi.munyi?igsh=MWUwcW0zandmc2wyMw== Follow Mike on IG: https://www.instagram.com/muchiri.mike?igsh=MTE5MDM1djJld2xsaQ== Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en

    1h 26m

  6. 27/09/2024

    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. 17:21 Colourism 1:01:14 Audience feedback Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/its-related-i-promise/id1521265221 Follow Sarah Chan on IG: https://www.instagram.com/miss_sarahchan?igsh=MWZkaTd3MjQ5MzZjZA== Nile Reflection Podcast on YT: http://www.youtube.com/@UCVab4wTVe0MU5UeuLdMOj-g Nile Reflection Podcast on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nilereflectionpodcast?igsh=MWNrMzducTdvaDFneQ== Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en

    1h 25m

  7. 13/09/2024

    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 Caught Your Attention 24:07 Ambivalent relationships 49:06 Innocent Mistake vs Malicious Intent Tiktok 1: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMMKGReMA/ Tiktok 2: https://vm.tiktok.com/ZMMKsnu2v/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsrelatedipromise/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrelatedipromise?_t=8kb6tstPmJ3 Listen to our past episodes on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3QrSf7FAEfXgc4oRcMvz2Y?si=6bdaa586e62d4ad3 Listen to our past episodes on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ke/podcast/its-related-i-promise/id1521265221 Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en

    1 hr

  8. 30/08/2024

    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 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dushykuria/ Follow Edith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edithkimani/ Follow Sharon on IG: https://www.instagram.com/officialsharonmachira/?hl=en Follow Noni on IG: https://www.instagram.com/noni_muchiri/?hl=en Follow Jules on IG: https://www.instagram.com/jules_her/?hl=en

    1h 1m
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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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