Selam & Hello

Happy Valentine's Day! Today Lilly speaks to psychosexual therapist Julie Githiru-Goko about all things sex and relationships. Julie and Lilly tackle questions from some of our listeners on issues they have been curious about. They explore how to have deeper, more meaningful communication for better connection and ultimately - better sex. Julie gives us some tips and tricks on how to navigate sex and relationships in different seasons of our lives including handling sex when dealing with mental health, long-term relationships where the romance has fizzled out, divorce, parenting, and even when healing from sexual trauma.

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• Instagram: https://instagram.com/crtherapy?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= 
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/juliecrtherapy 

Listen to a previous Selam & Hello episode with Julie: 

• All I want for Christmas is peace of mind: https://www.selamandhello.com/podcast/episode/c0b392b5/all-i-want-for-christmas-ispeace-of-mind 

Listen to AfroQueer: https://afroqueerpodcast.com/ 

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Music Credits: Lone Tree - Woman (ft. Bensoul)

Production by: Sahihi Africa Productions and Kubamba TV

Did you know that elephants snore? In this episode, Lilly talks to elephant expert, conservationist, Rolex National Geographic Explorer of the Year and CEO of WildlifeDirect - Dr. Paula Kahumbu. Dr. Kahumbu is a Princeton-trained elephant ecologist who shares the vital importance of conserving wildlife in order to conserve the planet. Dr. Kahumbu explores how she continues to learn from the elephants and the important role they play in engineering our African landscapes. Lilly and Paula discuss how advocacy has helped connect the dots between science and conservation through campaigns such as WildlifeDirect's "Hands Off Our Elephants," which made great strides toward protecting this incredible species from poaching. Dr. Kahumbu also talks about how she finds hope in the resilience of nature and the tenacious young people - and filmmakers - she is encountering across Africa. 

Follow Paula:

• Website: https://wildlifedirect.org/ 
• Facebook: ​​https://www.facebook.com/PaulaKahumbuPublic
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/paulakahumbu?s=11&t=fbCBz8c4kBvNdAwVticEeA
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/paula_kahumbu?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk=
• Season 1 of Wildlife Warriors: https://www.youtube.com/@WildlifeWarriorsTV 

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Music Credits: Lone Tree - Woman (ft. Bensoul)

Production by: Sahihi Africa Productions and Kubamba TV

Award-winning actor, director, and writer Mugambi Nthiga joins Lilly for an episode all about the movies. Following the Oscar nominations, Lilly and Mugambi talk about their favorite films of 2022, the celebration of films such as blockbuster and diaspora-inspired Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and the apparent snubs of The Woman King and Nope. They also explore the importance (if any) of institutions such as The Academy for the African film industry and how the creative industries - and audiences - on the continent can continue to empower filmmakers in the industry. Mugambi shares the process of creation - and the lasting impact - of two films he co-wrote, Kati Kati and Supa Modo, that were Kenya's submissions to the Oscars in 2017 and 2018, respectively. Mugambi highlights the priceless value and impact the arts have in society and why it's important to continue to produce art that pushes forward culturally shifting conversations. 

Note: Mugambi's directorial debut, Lusala can be viewed on Netflix, as can Nairobi Half Life. Supa Moda can be viewed on Amazon Prime. 

Follow Mugambi:

• Website: http://www.itsmugambi.com/ 
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/ItsMugambi 
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsmugambi/ 

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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selamandhello/

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Music Credits: Lone Tree - Woman (ft. Bensoul)

Production by: Sahihi Africa Productions and Kubamba TV

 

On International Day of Education, Lilly speaks to 'educators for liberation,' Sagda Khalil and Amin Hussain. They explore their journeys to becoming educators both on the continent and abroad and their approach to education as social justice. They share the ways they are celebrating the wisdom and brilliance of every child and decentering the dominant culture in education through both their pedagogical approach and workshops they have developed for schools and parents who want to integrate principles of indigenius teaching and learning - also known as ital - into their work and practice. Sagda and Amin are gifted storytellers and in this conversation they share powerful moments with teachers in their own lives that shaped them and helped mould their teaching practice. And most importantly, they talk about the importance of finding joy in justice.

 

Follow Sagda's & Amin's work:

• https://www.indigeniuseducation.com/ 

 

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Music Credits: Lone Tree - Woman (ft. Bensoul)

Production by: Sahihi Africa Productions and Kubamba TV

In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr and Coretta Scott King, Lilly speaks to peace activist and musician, Emmanuel Jal. In this episode, Emmanuel talks about his experience as a child soldier during the Second Sudanese Civil War, the immense challenges navigating life in Nairobi and why he used to think Biggie Smalls was Kikuyu. Emmanuel shares how storytelling can be used as a tool for healing and how his imagination helped him create music for peace. 

 

Follow Emmanuel

• iTunes: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/emmanuel-jal/80232372
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/EmmanuelJAL
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmanueljal/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmmanuelJal/ 
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF9DBYHRXsRRySNcUyvnuKQ 

 

Support Emmanuel's Charity

• Gua Africa: https://www.gua-africa.org/ 

 

Follow Emmanuel's work at:

• https://emmanueljal.com/ 

 

Check out Emmanuel's restaurant

• Jal Gua at Kenyatta Market 

 

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• Twitter: https://twitter.com/selamandhello?s=11&t=IaPUlNRBwhaymLBNgVBoew
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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/selamandhello/

 

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Music Credits: Lone Tree - Woman (ft. Bensoul) and We Want Peace - Emmanuel Jal

Production by: Sahihi Africa Productions and Kubamba TV

 

In 2022, Food4Education served its 10 millionth meal! Wawira Njiru, the Founder and Executive Director of Food4Education joins us to share the journey and incredible impact that the organization has had in Kenya since they began their work a decade ago. Wawira and Lilly discuss how to tell dignified stories about poverty, carrying forward the legacy of committed (and shoeless) parents and the importance of grassroots organizations that provide internal solutions for internal problems - especially in the midst of the worst drought Kenya has ever experienced. 

 

Follow Wawira

• Twitter: https://twitter.com/wawiranjiru?lang=en
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/wawira?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk=

 

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• Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/food4education
• Instagram: https://instagram.com/food4education?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk=
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/food4education/
• Website: https://food4education.org/

 

You can listen to the episode Lilly did on Project Imagine - the Community Based Organization her daughter Selah started in Murang'a County - here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/up-root-the-podcast/id1447148005?i=1000450741275

 

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Music Credits: Lone Tree - Woman (ft. Bensoul)

Production by: Sahihi Africa Productions and Kubamba TV

In this episode, Lilly talks to East Africa correspondent for the New York Times, Abdi Latif Dahir. They explore the nuanced experience and incredible responsibility of writing about Africa as a child of the continent who has an international platform. Abdi discusses how his personal ties and experiences in the region inform his role as a journalist and the challenges he and other reporters face when narrating the story of Africa, her people, and her places. He shares what he's hearing from readers and what he's learned from his work - about his home. 

Abdi's Somali Tea recipe includes: 

• Nido (powered milk, preferably)
• Cardamom 
• Ginger 
• Cinnamon 
• Cloves 
• Black pepper 
• Add hot water, black tea and enjoy til you sweat! 

Follow Abdi:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Lattif

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/abdi_latif/

Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/abdi.l.dahir/

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Music Credits: Lone Tree - Woman (ft. Bensoul)

Production by Sahihi Africa Productions and Kubamba TV

In a special collaboration, the Kilimani Project Foundation and Up/Root talk with Dr. Githinji Gitahi about the rollout of the vaccine on the continent. Dr. Githai answered questions from the community and addresses the science - and rumors - that remain. This is the episode to share with all the aunties, cousins and grandparents who need information that speaks to our experience as African nationals! Dr. Gitahi sheds light on how the vaccine was developed, how it works, if there are long-term effects -- and if the supply will be enough to meet demand. If you woud like to support COVID-19 relief efforts in India - please consider giving to PATH (https://www.path.org/p/covid-19-response/) or Ketto (https://www.ketto.org/fundraiser/mission-oxygen-helping-hospitals-to-save-lives). You can also give to Amref Health Africa's COVID efforts here on the continent at https://amref.org/coronavirus/donate/. Learn more about Kilimani Project Foundation at https://www.kilimani.co.ke/. Up/Root is edited by Bukachi Akatsa ([email protected])and the show jingle is written and performed by my daughter Selah Piper.

Would you choose to leave your home and your family if it meant preserving your self-worth? Is choice a commodity of the privileged?Has Kenya mourned together well? Has Kenya healed? We didn't ask any easy questions as the wonderful women from my book club help me interview brilliant author Wanjiru (Shiro) Koinange about her debut novel 'The Havoc of Choice.' In this season four premiere, Wanjiru discusses the choices of her characters and her country during the post-election violence of 2007 in Kenya. It was thrilling to discuss this complex and provocative book with Shiro! Shiro is also co-founder, with Angela Wachuka (@sisterkilljoy), of Book Bunk - a social impact firm that is restoring some of Nairobi's iconic public libraries. Together they created Bunk Books, a publishing company "focused on the production of contemporary stories" in the continent. You can find more of Shiro's portfolio at https://www.wanjirukoinange.com and follow her on Twitter and IG: @ShiroKoinange. The Havoc of Choice is available in Kenya at TextBook Centre, Prestige Books, Rufu Books and on Amazon. Up/Root was produced by Bilha Luseka (@missluseka). The Up/Root jingle is written and performed by my amazing daughter, Selah Piper. You can learn more about Lilly and Up/Root at https://linktr.ee/uprootthepodcast.

Would you choose to leave your home and your family if it meant preserving your self-worth? Is choice a commodity of the privileged?Has Kenya mourned together well? Has Kenya healed? We didn't ask any easy questions as the wonderful women from my book club help me interview brilliant author Wanjiru (Shiro) Koinange about her debut novel 'The Havoc of Choice.' In this season four premiere, Wanjiru discusses the choices of her characters and her country during the post-election violence of 2007 in Kenya. It was thrilling to discuss this complex and provocative book with Shiro! Shiro is also co-founder, with Angela Wachuka (@sisterkilljoy), of Book Bunk - a social impact firm that is restoring some of Nairobi's iconic public libraries. Together they created Bunk Books, a publishing company "focused on the production of contemporary stories" in the continent. You can find more of Shiro's portfolio at https://www.wanjirukoinange.com and follow her on Twitter and IG: @ShiroKoinange. The Havoc of Choice is available in Kenya at TextBook Centre, Prestige Books, Rufu Books and on Amazon. Up/Root was produced by Bilha Luseka (@missluseka). The Up/Root jingle is written and performed by my amazing daughter, Selah Piper. You can learn more about Lilly and Up/Root at https://linktr.ee/uprootthepodcast.