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DJ Mura stops by the studio to share some of the insights he has come across during his journey into the local music scene.

Dennis Mwaura, professionally known as Dj Mura K.E is a Dj/Music Producer based in Nairobi Kenya. He is an AFRIMA Nominee and one of the pioneers of Bengatronics; a new sound fusing Benga & electronics.  So far, Mura has performed and made appearances in some of the biggest festivals in East Africa, such as, Africa Nouveau [Kenya], Ongala Music Festival [Tanzania], KAN Festival [Tanzania], Bayimba Festival of arts and music [Uganda], Color Festival [Kenya] and recently did a tour in UAE organized by Bengatronics and partners in UAE.

In regards to problems in the music scene, he expounds on the challenges facing musicians in Kenya among them being corruption in the Royalty Collection bodies that have been deregistered due to mismanagement of office by The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO)

He sheds more light on some of the mistakes up and coming DJ's make, He shares why Major Lazer & specifically Diplo is a Genius, Why the best era of Music is the one were currently at, what certifies a song as a classic among other conversations in-between.

Poster Graphics: Kevin Kengei

Research Assistant : Joy Gichobi

Audio: Santuri_ ; Creatives Garage.

On this episode, our host Ronny Onkeo, is delighted to host one of the most revered Esports athletes in the country, Peter Mumu who goes by the moniker Master Mauwano. He explains why he had to drop the 'Flossin' name tag, "Nerfing" and "buffing" and why it is important to be on the look out for game patches if you are planning on going Pro. Additionally, he speaks on what his gaming collective Masters of Mayhem is doing to revolutionize the local gaming industry, How a bad day in the office looks like for him, best financial habits and everything in-between! 

Poster Graphics: Kevin Kengei

Research Assistant : Joy Gichobi

Audio: Santuri_ ; Creatives Garage.

In this episode, our host Ronny Onkeo is honored to have a sit down with Zimbabwe's finest Actor & Stand-up comedian Miss Munya;  where she sheds more light on what her collective- Sekesai Collective- is doing to empower and create more safe spaces for women in Comedy. Additionally, she shares how she deals with and overcomes stage fright; her favorite Kenyan phrase, and explains the reason behind it being her favorite phrase.

Miss Munya goes on to share some insights for women looking to venture into the comedic scene, some of the comedians she looks up to among other insightful conversations in-between.

For Ep. 007, we meet up with Mr. Robert Munuku, a visual artist, writer, film maker & Founder Mau Mau Arts who goes on to share valuable insights he has come across in his life's journey, speaking on his stint as a financial analyst to venturing into the visual arts sphere.

He goes on to share some of the problems he has encountered in his career as a film maker as well as adding some viable solutions to these challenges. 

Being a film buff, he names some of his favorite movies of all time, and puts us on to what music he's vibing to- a pretty diverse list for that matter!

For Episode 006, we are honored to be in the presence of two Internationally acclaimed & touring comedians from Zimbabwe, Mr. Tinaye Wayne and Miss Munyaradzi Guramatunhu ( Munya )  who have catapulted to fame from Magamba TV’s series, “The Week”  and Simuka international comedy special called "Special Class". Tinaye & Munya demystify some of the problems comedic acts & creatives in general face in Zimbabwe's creative economy, the inspirations that led to them fully venturing into comedy; some of their favorite Kenyan dishes, and even going further to share with us the Kenyan names bestowed upon them!

Mr. Tinaye & Miss. Munya were recently in Kenya; performing at the “Everybody Can Gerrit!!! and Other Random Thoughts” comedy special at Lava Latte courtesy of Moto Republic, Creatives Garage & Kalabars.

In this episode, Mr. Towett Ngetich; A Goalkeepers Youth Action Accelerator, Social entrepreneur;  Queen Young Leaders Award recipient and the Founder of Uthabiti Health joins us in an insightful conversation where he delves into the triggering story that led to Uthabiti Health, his social entrepreneurship journey and the challenges he has faced in the local context & how one can verify the legitimacy of pharmaceutical drugs through Uthabiti Health. He gives us his favorite cartoons and explains why cartoons are intelligent.

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In this episode, Mr. Fidel Charisma - a musician, vocalist, singer, songwriter and lawyer - speaks on his journey into and through the Kenyan music industry, encompassing everything from his approach to mental health to his more-than-staunch Christian family background. He further goes into what it takes to be great in more than just music and the value that planning and strategizing can have in anyone's life and future.

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In this episode we chat with Mr. Kimathi about his inspirational sportsman journey, the challenges he's come across and aims to find solutions for within the local sports industry, where he finds his inspiration to keep pushing on, the importance of investing in constructive relationships among many other insightful talk points. Listen to the full conversation for more on this and feel free to drop us a message, we LOVE the feedback.

In this episode, Ms Emma Cheruto; a Singer, Songwriter, Vocalist, Musician, Artist and Architect; speaks on her debut Ep. titled "Shift Happens", her creative journey, from what inspired her into music and art, to her formative period at Sauti Academy. She also sheds light on the challenges she's faced thus far as well as suggested solutions moving forward.

In this episode with our host Ronny Onkeo, Mr. Alex Mativo (CEO & Founder of Ethnic Brand and Nanasi) speaks on; the issues faced by and solutions for practitioners within his professional space; his take and approach to Creative Inspiration, Business and Personal Finance; the importance of following one's purpose; people as the biggest investment; the perils of "following the system" vs the cruciality of "playing the long game"; fitness and lifestyle; and 1 AM notes to his younger self.