CrushedCinnamon

By Makena

What's CrushedCinnamon about?

Open and Honest conversations examining what strengthens and destroys human relationships using the lense of society and culture.

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CrushedCinnamon episodes:

04.25.2024
Sn 7 EP 3 "Just a few thoughts":Death
Hey everyone I am back after a long break. Today's episode is one from "Just a few thoughts" series that will run this season. This episode is about death, how do you teach kids about death, have you thought about...
10.27.2023
Sn 7 EP2 Treat them with respect and honour
In this episode we look at fascinating celebration that took place in India, a father celebrated his daughter leaving a toxic marriage. We look at society Norms and attitude towards divorce and why this Father broke one of the biggest...
07.29.2023
SN 7 EP1 intro to the "Heart Series"
New season and we start with a series dabbed heart series. This series will try and unpack why human beings bill their heart for everything
07.06.2023
Ep 6 Sn 10 Help!!! My parents are ageing
We close this season on this note please vote for the podcast to win Listener's choice award on #britishpodcastawards just search CrushedCinnamon as one word and follow the instructions So in this episode I explore the feeling of helpness in seeing...
06.22.2023
Sunsets and Elephants
Join this week's conversation as we investigate our #power within us by examining breathtaking #sunsets and the awesome ability of life giving through #Elephants. Did you know that certain mammals can stop their pregnancy? Follow us @crushedcinnamonpodcast Email: [email protected] #societyandculture #CrushedCinnamonpodcast
06.06.2023
Sn6 Ep8 Social capital re-examined
In this episode I talk about my experience in taping intobthe village my mother had created for me through social capital. Do you have a village? Are you thinking in investing in one? It takes a village to raise a...
05.30.2023
Sn 6 EP 7 001 Reliability
Join the conversation as we look at reliability in human relationships Thanks for your patience the podcast is back. As always listen on our platform follow us on #CrushedCinnamonpodcast and email [email protected]
03.14.2023
Sn6 Ep 6 Snubbed
New episode out. This episode looks at the workplace relationship. Has your idea ever been snubbed? Has your ideas been stolen and passed on as someone else's? What do you do in such a situation? #spotifyforpodcasters #spotifypodcast #pocketcastpodcasts #breakerpodcast #radiopublicpodcasts #applepodcast #googlepodcasts #castboxpodcasts #TuneIn #Audible #audiblepodcast #Amazonpodcast
03.13.2023
Sn6 Ep 5 How well do people know you
Just how well do you think your circle knows you... Join in conversation as usual follow us on all our platforms spotify, Facebook , Instagram, Google podcast, amazon also email us on [email protected]
02.20.2023
Sn6 EP4:They dont really care about us
In this episode I talk about the recent incident with Balancienga and how blatantly they promote child abuse. Join in the conversation follow us on FB and Instagram @crushedcinnamonpodcast [email protected]
11.28.2022
Sn6 EP3:The Devil wears Prada
Apologies for noisy backgrounds construction happening unexpectedly. Welcome back to CrushedCinnamonPodcast had to put some things in order. Missed interacting with you all. Join on this episode it's a chilling one but as always I invite you to be open...
08.10.2022
Sn6 Ep2 You are not civilised
We have heard this phrase before 'you are not civilised' but what does that mean? What actually is being civilised.What does it mean if someone is Civilised? Acoording to one definition I found being Civilised is being polite civilised. / (ˈsɪvɪˌlaɪzd) / adjective. having...
07.26.2022
Sn 6 EP1 Toxic relatives
It's often said the ones that hurt you are close and another saying goes the family should be a safe haven not where you get hurt. Sadly the reality is, we do have toxic relatives and some have caused irreversible...
07.24.2022
Sn 5 EP 10 Should YOU 'do you' ? Full version
Every so often catch phrases float about and you spot them on tshirt, billboards and they seem to create a movement of their own. I will be looking at this popular phrase 'You do you' that has become very popular...
06.16.2022
Sn 5 EP 9 Wounded generation
Join in the conversation as I unpack this phrase and what learnings I came across. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @crushedcinnamonpodcast. Email us on [email protected]
05.10.2022
Sn5 EP8 The I in Team
Do you normallt take a step back and see the Person in your team as a person and value what they contribute? Do you see yourself as the I in the team and really analyse the value you bring? Do...
04.27.2022
Sn5 EP7 Casket view
Back after a long break, today's discussion touches on grief and it's impact on me and consequently lessons learned.
03.08.2022
Sn5 EP6 :Breaking Camp
This episode encourages you to take the step into direction of change. Have you been holding o to business cards that you still haven't made the contact? Do yiu stare at that university application and everytime you want to fill...
02.03.2022
Sn5 EP5: Under construction
Under construction refers to a building, structure, or project that is unfinished but actively being worked on. Whilst we human beings are not buildings per say we are definitely unfinished and our aim is to constantly work on ourselves. As...
01.26.2022
Sn5 EP4: Law of wasted efforts
Lions are the archetypal apex predator, but their hunting success rate strongly depends on the number of lions involved – a single lion hunting in daylight has a success rate of 17-19%, but this increases for those hunting as a...
01.19.2022
Sn5 EP3:Preparation for Difficult conversations
As the saying goes, prepatation is key to success. Then why do we as human beings don't take time to prepare for Difficult conversations. I don't mean just thinking through what you will say, it's also what you will not...
01.12.2022
Sn5 EP2 :Life toolkit
You either have a toolkit or saw one when growing in your house. Life's challenges need one to have measures the right toolkit to respond and act accordingly. So what is in your toolkit?Society is changing and with it we...
01.05.2022
Sn 5 EP1 :Look up
Happy new year 2022. Glad to have you on board. What's on your vision boards this year? Are you a planner or just roll with what comes out. In this episode I address the elephant in the room and pose...
12.23.2021
Sn 4 Ep 10: Just sleep
Join in the last conversation of the year looking at sleep and rest. 2021 it's a wrap thank you for being so supportive wish you all a wonderful Christmas and a healthy, peaceful covid19 free most definitely fun 2022.
12.11.2021
Sn 4 Ep 9 Make some noise
Join in this week's conversation looking at working style. Should we really work in silence and let the results speak for themselves? Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @crushedcinnamonpodcast
11.11.2021
Sn4 EP8 State of dysfunction
The meaning of dysfunctional is gives as : /dɪsˈfʌŋkʃənl adjective 'not operating normally or properly. Being unable to deal adequately with normal social relations.Join in the discussion as I unpack this and it's impact on society and culture. Follow us on our social media...
11.02.2021
Sn 4 EP 7:Proximity without impact
Having closeness, access, intimacy a platform all these are elements of proximity. As human beings we are privileged to experience this however what is the impact? What influence ir effect do we make by having proximity? Join the conversation. Follow...
10.19.2021
Sn4 EP6:Standing on the shoulders of Giants
Who are the Giants who have made it possible to be where you are? Was it a Teacher, Guardian, Community Leader, Spiritual leader, Local shopkeeper, Grandparent? Honour them today, give them their flowers whilst they are still alive. Like subscribe,...
10.11.2021
SN4 EP5: You cannot use an old map to explore a new world
In this episode the host discusses 2 issues that are of great concern to her- the growing stats of #womenviolence and why #Employers refuse to Evolve. Why are employers not taking advantage of creating roles that are #homebased #homeworking #hybridroles....
09.28.2021
Sn4 EP4: Wildest traditions singletons across the World experience.
Apparently as a collective we human beings across the world love bashing single people. We single shame them, ostracise unmarried people infact we have doomed them to misery and cats.. In this episode I look at some of the strangest...
09.07.2021
Sn4 Ep3:Be Like a Duck
Smooth seas don't make skilled sailors. The reality of life is things will get hard, you will face multiple challenges at the same time. The way to handle it lies in the way ducks behave. You see them calm on...
08.30.2021
Season 4 EP2 Things I now know (final part)
You know they say hindsight is 20/20 that being said it is never too late to unlearn things and do things differently. I share the things I have learned so far. In this episode I talk about letting your money...
08.17.2021
Season 4 EP1 Things I now know Pt1
Been doing some reflections and with my birthday coming up in September, it got me thinking what do I know as absolute truths, what do I know that actually works, what knowledge do I have that can be applied.. Hence...
08.03.2021
We are 1 year Old
In this episode I just celebrate this huge milestone. This podcast went live in July 2020 deep in lockdown and figuring out motherhood.. What a journey so I share what next as I look forward to more amazing conversations and...
07.20.2021
Sn3 Ep 7:Professional boundaries
Following on from last week's episode on Boundaries, I spoke about personal boundaries. On this episode I focuss on professional Boundaries. There are there to keep you safe in work space as well as ensure proper work-life balance. Interact with...
07.13.2021
Season 3 Ep 6:Boundaries 'You are not required to set yourself on fire to keep others warm'
Boundaries are limits or rules that help you and others navigate relationships whether intimate or professional. They are not about controlling others but actually are connectors cos they enable healthy relationships. When boundaries are clearly communicated, along with the consequences...
06.29.2021
Season 3 Ep 5:Timeout
In the very strange times we live in, we are having to work from home, care for our loved ones, run businesses and still manage to function. I realised that because I was working from home I was not utilising...
06.09.2021
Season3:Episode 4 Conversation with the Kenyan Zedai
Tune in to the latest #CrushedCinnamonepisodes Conversation with @the_kenyan_zedai a Breakthrough Female rapper based in Kenya E. Africa. She has a genius artistic play on words to get through her hard hitting lyrics. You truly get a sense of her journey...
05.11.2021
Season 3:Ep3 Adaptability featuring Brian Nyinkuli and Teddy Omondi
#Adaptability is a life skill seldom talked about yet you rely on this skill to navigate through life. Brian and Teddy are sportsmen who both represented #Kenya7sRugbyTeam at the world stage. Brian also represented #Kenya in the 15s side and...
04.06.2021
Season3 Ep2:Social anxiety looming with lockdown restrictions ending.
Lockdown restrictions have been lifted and we have been eased back to our everyday lives pre covid19. I don't know about you but I have forgotten how to act around human beings. I feel actually anxiety at the thought of...
03.24.2021
Season 3 Would you divulge information? We all know confidentiality is vital in human relationships
This week's episode I discuss the challenge we often face in human relationships, the duty to keep something confidential versus the greater good scenario. Many a times we are conflicted, we don't want to be labelled as gossips or someone...
03.15.2021
Episode J:Do women have pre installed software for parenthood?
Join in the conversation as I look at this notion that parenting is a woman's job. Also I look at the pressures society places on women to be able to juggle everything and have balance yet it is not required...
03.10.2021
EPISODE I:Rose coloured glasses
#RosecolouredGlasses The ability to look at something and only see the positive and not the negative side. Join in the conversation as I discuss the danger of having a one sided view when it comes to opportunities, people, business etc....
03.01.2021
Episode H:Evolve or Remain. The choice is yours..
“When the rhythm of the drum beat changes, the dance steps must adapt.” African proverb. When you choose to #Evolve multiple opportunities open up. Whenbyou choose to Remain then you are presented with the same challenges and storms
02.16.2021
Episode G:Death? Why is talking about death such a taboo
Join in the conversation as I share my thoughts and concerns. I am at the age where this a very important topic and crucial to have. Share your thoughts
02.09.2021
Episode F:Gaslighting: If it walks like a duck..
#Gaslighting is a form of #psychologicalabuse where a person or group makes someone question their sanity, perception of reality, or memories. People experiencing gaslighting often feel confused, anxious, and unable to trust themselves. Join in the conversation.. Get in touch on our...
01.26.2021
Episode E :Racism in Sports and Me
I share personal stories of my experiences of racism in sports and also wxamine the role of initiatives such as #kickitout. #racisminsports #racisminfootball Follow us on our social media platforms and continue the conversation Instagram@crushedcinnamonpodcast on facebook crushedcinnamonpodcast page and...
01.12.2021
Episode D: There is nothing Domestic about Domestic Violence
The cases of domestic violence are rising each year across the globe. Sadly with the break out of covid 19 , #Domesticviolence grew to become a #shadowpandemic. Please don't continue to suffer in silence. There is support. If you need...
12.24.2020
Episode C( Reflection series) :Surviving Covid19 and Christmas special
Merry Christmas everyone and a blessed 2021. The year has come to and end and we all can attest 2020 was a year like no other. I am grateful that my family and I survived covid 19 it got very...
12.22.2020
Episode 3: Conversation with Wendy Mulela founder and Trustee of Homeward bound charity.
Join in as I speak to Wendy who is a mother, runs a, montessori nursery and founded a charity valled Homeward bound. She recently graduated with a degree in Animal science:Animal behaviour and welfare. This was a very informative conversation...

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CrushedCinnamon episodes:

Sn 7 EP 3 "Just a few thoughts":Death

Sn 7 EP2 Treat them with respect and honour

SN 7 EP1 intro to the "Heart Series"

Ep 6 Sn 10 Help!!! My parents are ageing

Sunsets and Elephants

Sn6 Ep8 Social capital re-examined

Sn 6 EP 7 001 Reliability

Sn6 Ep 6 Snubbed

Sn6 Ep 5 How well do people know you

Sn6 EP4:They dont really care about us

Sn6 EP3:The Devil wears Prada

Sn6 Ep2 You are not civilised

Sn 6 EP1 Toxic relatives

Sn 5 EP 10 Should YOU 'do you' ? Full version

Sn 5 EP 9 Wounded generation

Sn5 EP8 The I in Team

Sn5 EP7 Casket view

Sn5 EP6 :Breaking Camp

Sn5 EP5: Under construction

Sn5 EP4: Law of wasted efforts

Sn5 EP3:Preparation for Difficult conversations

Sn5 EP2 :Life toolkit

Sn 5 EP1 :Look up

Sn 4 Ep 10: Just sleep

Sn 4 Ep 9 Make some noise

Sn4 EP8 State of dysfunction

Sn 4 EP 7:Proximity without impact

Sn4 EP6:Standing on the shoulders of Giants

SN4 EP5: You cannot use an old map to explore a new world

Sn4 EP4: Wildest traditions singletons across the World experience.

Sn4 Ep3:Be Like a Duck

Season 4 EP2 Things I now know (final part)

Season 4 EP1 Things I now know Pt1

We are 1 year Old

Sn3 Ep 7:Professional boundaries

Season 3 Ep 6:Boundaries 'You are not required to set yourself on fire to keep others warm'

Season 3 Ep 5:Timeout

Season3:Episode 4 Conversation with the Kenyan Zedai

Season 3:Ep3 Adaptability featuring Brian Nyinkuli and Teddy Omondi

Season3 Ep2:Social anxiety looming with lockdown restrictions ending.

Season 3 Would you divulge information? We all know confidentiality is vital in human relationships

Episode J:Do women have pre installed software for parenthood?

EPISODE I:Rose coloured glasses

Episode H:Evolve or Remain. The choice is yours..

Episode G:Death? Why is talking about death such a taboo

Episode F:Gaslighting: If it walks like a duck..

Episode E :Racism in Sports and Me

Episode D: There is nothing Domestic about Domestic Violence

Episode C( Reflection series) :Surviving Covid19 and Christmas special

Episode 3: Conversation with Wendy Mulela founder and Trustee of Homeward bound charity.