Hosted by the literal dynamic duo of a techie and an artiste; the podcast highlights personal growth and development by interviewing high performers, thinkers and subjects. Good things totally come in twos; the hosts - Kamande and Kigondu present a canvas for convos and interviews, the awakened and African, the creative and the technical, exploring living and being born, riding strong on their rendition of the Bob Dylan quote.. ”If you are not busy being born.. you are busy NOT LIVING!”
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Hosted by the literal dynamic duo of a techie and an artiste; the podcast highlights personal growth and development by interviewing high performers, thinkers and subjects. Good things totally come in twos; the hosts - Kamande and Kigondu present a canvas for convos and interviews, the awakened and African, the creative and the technical, exploring living and being born, riding strong on their rendition of the Bob Dylan quote.. ”If you are not busy being born.. you are busy NOT LIVING!”
In this richly layered episode, the Busy Being Born duo is joined by Maureen Kunga, an award-winning singer, songwriter, and advocate of the High Court, best known as one-third of the beloved Kenyan music group Elani.
Maureen opens up about her journey of self-discovery, navigating the dual identity of being an introvert in a spotlight-driven industry. From her early years in Lang’ata to singing on global stages, Maureen traces the winding path of following her passion while balancing law school and societal expectations.
She shares the behind-the-scenes story of Elani’s formation, the struggles they faced in the Kenyan music industry, and the emotional rollercoaster of their debut album launch—which landed on the same day as her final law school exam.
The episode also dives deep into Maureen’s personal evolution—her experience with therapy, journaling, and spiritual exploration, as well as her temporary detour into influencer work during the pandemic. Ultimately, it was a return to music that helped her rediscover peace and purpose.
From raw honesty about mental health to fierce advocacy for musicians' rights, Maureen offers wisdom, vulnerability, and inspiration in equal measure.
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Show notes and links
Listen in to learn:
How to stay grounded while living a public life
Why therapy and self-reflection are vital for artists
Music as a balm, as a mirror, as a rebellion
On music royalties and the need for legal awareness in the creative economy
The untold story behind one of Kenya’s most iconic music groups
How Maureen is reclaiming her creativity on her own terms
Books, Resources & Mentions:
Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life by Héctor García and Francesc Miralles
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
Elani’s “Jana Usiku” music video
Elani concert clips from J's (coming soon!)
The Busy Being Born live event (Stay tuned)
Connect with us:Follow the journey and join the conversation onInstagram & X (Twitter): @busybeingborn_Visit busybeingborn.africa for more episodes, resources, and guest updates.
The Busy Being Born Podcast
Hosted by the literal dynamic duo of a techie and an artiste; the podcast highlights personal growth and development by interviewing high performers, thinkers and subjects. Good things totally come in twos; the hosts - Kamande and Kigondu present a canvas for convos and interviews, the awakened and African, the creative and the technical, exploring living and being born, riding strong on their rendition of the Bob Dylan quote.. ”If you are not busy being born.. you are busy NOT LIVING!”
