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Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
Keith Tupac Gatiramu
82 episodes
4 days ago
This podcast is hosted by Keith Tupac Gatiramu. The podcasts focuses on sharing real life stories by real life people in all areas of life allowing them to grow mentally, emotionally and/or spiritually. Just To Kick It Is A Blessing means that life is a gift, no matter how hard it may get the fact that you are alive is a blessing.
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This podcast is hosted by Keith Tupac Gatiramu. The podcasts focuses on sharing real life stories by real life people in all areas of life allowing them to grow mentally, emotionally and/or spiritually. Just To Kick It Is A Blessing means that life is a gift, no matter how hard it may get the fact that you are alive is a blessing.
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Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E34: MEN'S HEALTH 101: 3 ANNUAL TESTS THAT COULD SAVE YOUR LIFE

Meet Dr. Tayo Opankunle, an Internal Medicine Resident at The Karen Hospital, and a passionate content creator and voiceover artist. Joining him is Dr. Musila Nzioki, an experienced Internal Medicine Specialist at The Karen Hospital.In this episode of Just To Kick It Is A Blessing, we have an honest and eye-opening conversation about men’s health — from the silent issues men often ignore, to the check-ups every man should prioritize, and how mental health, lifestyle, and relationships all play a role in overall well-being.This episode is sponsored by The Karen Hospital, which this November is celebrating men by offering special health packages for:🩺 Prostate Health — PSA & Prostate Ultrasound❤️ Heart Health — ECG & EchocardiogramTimestamps:00:00 - Intro02:18 - Who is an internal medicine resident?03:10 - What’s something you wish men knew about their health?05:46 - The risk of assuming you're healthy and never getting checked07:59 - Common health issues in men from 25 onwards10:22 - Why these issues are becoming more common14:08 - Are men mentally the weaker sex?21:25 - Non-negotiable checkups for men under 4026:10 - Non-negotiable checkups for men above 4034:02 - Red flags we ignore that need attention38:08 - Getting checked isn’t weakness — it’s wisdom44:07 - The true impact of stress48:22 - What a healthy routine looks like for busy people51:26 - Food vs Supplements: Where should men invest?54:52 - Erectile dysfunction: A signal, not just a bedroom issue1:00:10 - Testosterone: The myth, the medicine, and when to test1:04:50 - Burnout vs Depression1:08:45 - What emotional fitness really looks like1:15:10 - Erectile dysfunction vs Infertility1:18:08 - How relationships influence men’s quality of life1:26:04 - Myth Busters: Common misconceptions about men’s health1:29:54 - Kick It Section: One lifestyle change that improved their health1:33:55 - What men should ask their doctors more often1:38:25 - Is masturbation healthy?1:42:06 - 3 Rules for a personal health blueprint1:46:35 - Parting ShotDISCLAIMER:The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those of the participating qualified medical healthcare professionals and guests. They do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Just To Kick It Is A Blessing or its partners.This conversation is intended for educational and awareness purposes only.

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4 days ago
1 hour 50 minutes 39 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E33: 5 KEY LESSONS BREAKING MY SHOULDER TAUGHT ME | MULI N. MUINDI

Meet Muli N. Muindi, a writer, thinker, and storyteller whose work explores self-awareness, purpose, and the evolving seasons of life. Known for his depth and authenticity, Muli brings a unique perspective to how we view time, intention, and human connection.In the latest episode of Just To Kick It Is A Blessing, host Keith Tupac Gatiramu sits down with Muli for a deeply grounding conversation. Together, they reflect on how 2025 has begun, the lessons that come with slowing down, and what it means to live with more intention.They dive into the idea of human dependence, the people and energies we’re drawn to, and how time slowly reveals what’s truly meant for us. This episode is a reminder to pause, reflect, and measure success not by speed, but by alignment with who we’re becoming.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro03:24 - How 2025 Started?09:29 - How Did Breaking Your Shoulder Force You To Slow Down Your Life?13:16 - What Are You Being More Intentional About?23:49 - Why Aren't Humans Born Dependent?30:44 - Who Are You Finding Yourself Drawn To Lately?35:49 - How Do You Identify Energy Suckers In Your Life?39:00 - What's A Recent Conversation You've Had That's Changed You?54:33 - How Time Slowly Reveals So Many Things To You?59:04 - How Are You Measuring Success In Your Life?1:05:41 - What Season Of Life Are You In At The Moment?Kick It Section:1:10:21 - What Would Younger You Not Believe About Your Current Self?1:13:18 - If Your Life Was A Movie Scene, What Song Would Play In The Background?1:14:30 - What's A Habit You've Recently Introduced That's Changing Your Life?🎧 This episode is a reflection on growth, surrender, and the quiet beauty of becoming.#JustToKickItIsABlessing #MuliNMuindi #KeithTupacGatiramu #IntentionalLiving #PodcastKenya

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2 weeks ago
1 hour 19 minutes 9 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
WHAT MOTHERS REALLY MEAN TO THEIR SONS | SHORT FILM

In this short film, we explore the powerful bond between mothers and sons, and the lessons that last a lifetime. From respect and kindness to patience and love, mothers play a unique role in shaping the men their sons become.This story is a reminder that behind every man is the influence of a mother who showed him what love, sacrifice, and strength truly look like.

👉 Share this with someone who has been shaped by their mother’s love.

👉 Comment below: What is the one lesson your mother taught you that has stayed with you forever?

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

00:36 - Best Impressions Of EachOther

04:30 - Describe Each Other Without Using Names

12:52 - What Part Of Each Other Do You Wish You Understood Better?

26:23 - If They Were To Leave This Earth Tomorrow, What Would You Want To Make Sure They Knew?

37:59 - What Is the Greatest Memory You've Shared Together?

46:47 - What Moment Did They Make You Feel Truly Loved?

59:36 - Most Important Lesson You'd Like Them To Know About How To Treat Women

1:07:30 - What Unspoken Pressure Have You Felt Being Her Son

1:12:57 - What's Worked For You Guys That Other Mothers & Sons Could Try?

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3 weeks ago
1 hour 22 minutes 13 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E31: THE TRUTH ABOUT PARENTS: WHY THE RELATIONSHIP IS UP TO YOU | KEVIN MAINA (AKA MAINA MIND)

Meet Kevin Maina, better known as Maina Mind, a poet, journalist, creative, actor, and content creator whose words carry depth and power.

In this episode, Maina opens up about his journey through love, grief, and hope, from growing up with his grandmother, losing his mother at just 9 years old and reconnecting with his father and how he developed a relationship with him. He shares the three books that completely shifted his perspective on life, his growth through therapy, and why the relationship between fathers and sons is so important.Maina also takes us inside the making of his debut album Midnight Poetry, a project that blends vulnerability with storytelling, touching on themes many of us can deeply relate to. 🎙️✨📅 Don’t miss his upcoming show on October 10th at the Kenya National Theatre.🎟️ Tickets available at MadFun.comThis is more than just a conversation, it’s a masterclass on healing, creativity, parent & child relationships and the courage it takes to share your truth with the world.⏰ Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:37 - What Inspired The Name Maina Mind?04:16 - One Of The Biggest Industries In The Coming Future06:35 - Debut Album: Midnight Poetry10:26 - Creatives Need To Own Their Own Material12:27 - Developing Emotional Intelligence17:34 - What Did Losing Mum Mean?22:32 - How Do You Feel At That Exact Moment?24:23 - Why Every Boy Needs A Dad35:07 - How Does One Develop A Relationship With Their Parents?40:24 - The Relationship Comes From Working On The Little Things44:45 - What Did Therapy Teach You About Yourself?48:43 - How Did All That Moving Shape Who You Are?53:21 - Struggling To Fit In56:16 - Why Is A Relationship Between A Father & Son So Important?1:02:22 - Kick It Section: Toughest Thing You've Healed From?1:04:46 - Kick It Section: Lessons For The Next Generation1:05:42 - Kick It Section: Advice To Men About Vulnerability1:07:28 - Outro

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1 month ago
1 hour 11 minutes 51 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E30: THREE THINGS THAT COULD LEAD TO A SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIP | TONY HUTIA

Meet Tony Hutia, a man with over 25 years of experience in the Telecommunications & Electronics industry, having worked with global giants like Samsung and Microsoft, and running his own ventures. Yet, when asked to introduce himself, Tony doesn’t lead with career titles. Instead, he introduces himself based on what he believes and treasures.

Tony is the founder of Eden Place and is deeply passionate about mentoring boys and men.

In this powerful and vulnerable conversation, he opens up about his personal journey, from going through a divorce and facing rejection from family, friends, and even the church, to finding love again, embracing self-love, and building a marriage with new lessons learned.

This episode is about love, loss, resilience, and redefining what truly matters.

00:00 - Introduction

05:20 - Understanding Seasons Of Life

09:42 - What Divorce Has Taught Me About Love

24:15 - Did You Feel Embarrassed When Your Marriage Failed?

28:32 - What Did Divorce Teach You About Yourself?

32:41 - The Importance Of Self Love

37:17 - 3 Things You Can Do To Reduce The Chance Of Divorce

46:11 - What I’ve Done Differently In My Second Marriage

53:49 - How My Definition Of Love Has Changed Over Time

1:01:15 - Kick It Section: Top 4 Qualities A Man Should Look For In A Woman

1:04:34 - Outro

If you’ve ever wondered how to heal, love again, and build stronger relationships after failure, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more conversations that inspire, challenge, and transform.

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1 month ago
1 hour 18 minutes 26 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E29: FUNNY YOU SHOULD ASK | AUSTIN MUIGAI

In this episode, we sit down with Austin Muigai, comedian, content creator, actor, and influencer. Austin shares his story in the funniest way possible, from imitating teachers in school to convincing his family that comedy was the career he wanted to pursue.He opens up about the tough conversations with his parents, his journey from Muiga, Nyeri, to gracing some of the biggest stages in Nairobi, and even launching his own stand-up comedy special Slaps of Reality. With a degree from Kenyatta University, Austin proves that passion, persistence, and humor can build an unconventional but impactful career.This conversation is full of laughter, real talk, and inspiring lessons about chasing your dreams against the odds.00:00 - Intro01:54 - Stand Special: Slaps Of Reality02:43 - Introduction To Austin Mungai04:24 - What Made You Decide To Pursue Comedy?07:25 - The Tough Conversation With Family To Pursue Comedy As A Career10:34 - How Does Your Family Feel Now?12:15 - My Life Experiences Influence My Jokes16:39 - Do You Ever Feel Like Quitting?19:23 - Host Cracking Jokes (Didn’t Go Too Well)22:51 - Crowd Working Through Painting Images23:59 - Who’s Inspired You Along The Way?26:13 - Who Would You Swap Lives With For A Day?31:30 - If Comedy Didn’t Exist, What Would You Be Doing?33:06 - Petty Situations Turned Into Content34:05 - Biggest Fear Of His Career36:53 - How Do You Show Up On The Days You Aren’t Feeling Like You38:03 - How Do You Want To Be Remembered?39:26 - Kick It Section: Worst Gig Ever Done?45:52 - Outro

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2 months ago
49 minutes 28 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E28: MY STORY WITH CHILDHOOD TRAUMA, DEPRESSION, ANXIETY & MEDICATION | EDGAR ODHIAMBO

Meet Edgar Odhiambo, a farmer, TikToker, and Public Policy Analyst, as he opens up about his deeply personal journey with mental health, healing, and transformation.

In this conversation, Edgar shares:

- The painful loss of two friends to suicide

- The events that led him to quit drinking

- His struggles with anxiety, depression, and childhood trauma shaped by family dynamics

- Beginning therapy in 2015 and learning to navigate healing through therapy and medication.

This episode is raw, honest, and necessary, a story of resilience, growth, and the importance of mental health conversations in our communities.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

01:54 - Why Did You Quit Drinking?

06:57 - Childhood Trauma

08:30 - Losing Two Friends To Suicide

12:17 - Have You Ever Thought Of Taking Your Life?

14:17 - Dealing With Childhood Trauma

23:00 - Looking Back: Lessons from Parents’ Relationships

28:53 - How Did You Get Into Drinking?

32:04 - People Pleasing

33:53 - Therapy & Medication

If you’ve ever struggled with mental health or know someone who has, this is a story you’ll want to hear.

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2 months ago
1 hour 19 minutes 58 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E26: MODERN MANHOOD: PURPOSE, PAIN, PRESSURE & PLEASURE | MATU KIHATO, DAVID MAHINDA & SEAN KARANJA

In this powerful conversation, Matu, David, Sean, and Tupac sit down to talk about the real stuff, what it means to be a man in today’s world. From identity, purpose, and masculinity to faith, fatherhood, emotional vulnerability, marriage, sex, money, and mentorship. This is the kind of conversation every man (and woman) needs to hear.

We dive into:

- What shaped their definition of manhood

- How their identities have been tested

- The search for purpose (and how easily we chase the wrong things)

- Vulnerability in relationships and showing up emotionally

- The truth about marriage, sex, and male friendship

- Faith, shame, healing, and the legacy men want to leave behind

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro

02:54 – What Does It Mean To Be A Real Man?

09:04 – Forming Your Identity As A Man

17:08 – When Identity Gets Tested

27:10 – Discovering Purpose

38:00 – Vices That Derail Purpose

49:54 – Vulnerability in Relationships

1:02:59 – Myths About Marriage & Sex

1:13:15 – Kick It: Is Fear the Only Emotion Men Express Healthily?

1:20:02 – Kick It: What Are Men Finally Starting to Get Right?

1:21:40 – Kick It: Would You Be Proud If Your Son/Nephew Turned Out Like You?

1:23:34 – Outro


Whether you're trying to make sense of manhood or just want to listen in on a deeply honest and relatable discussion, this episode is for you.

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3 months ago
1 hour 29 minutes 43 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E25: HOW EMBRACING FAILURE HAS HELPED ME ACHIEVE SUCCESS | KHALHANI SICHANGI

Meet Khalhani Sichangi — The Builder of Africa’s Future.Entrepreneur. Founder. Investor. Visionary.In this powerful and unfiltered conversation, Khalhani shares his inspiring journey from baking bread and washing cars to becoming the CEO, Chairman & Founder of KS Group Africa, a growing conglomerate with shareholding in multiple ventures, including the popular Tukutane brand.He opens up about dropping out of university, struggling with identity, battling imposter syndrome, and rebuilding himself through faith, discipline, and purpose. From failure to freedom, Khalhani’s story is one of resilience, vision, and transformational leadership.He graduated from EU Business School with a degree in International Business & Enterprise — but it was his willingness to start small, fail fast, and grow boldly that set him apart.🎙️ If you're looking for inspiration to transform your life, build a legacy, or overcome what’s holding you back, this episode is for you.TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Intro01:21 – Meaning of the name ‘Khalhani’02:32 – What is KAL-EL?04:07 – Educational Journey04:56 – Entrepreneurial Journey (From bread to boardroom)07:35 – Relationship With Failure12:07 – Why Did You Drop Out?15:01 – The Problem With Early Success15:58 – Telling His Parents He’s Dropping Out17:03 – What Triggered Your Transformation?18:21 – Letting Go of the Old You20:29 – Transformation Process24:22 – Advice To Someone Who Knows They Need to Change25:20 – Relationship With Self29:52 – What’s Happening To Men Today?31:50 – Rethinking How We Raise Boys34:47 – What Pain Taught Me37:07 – Focus on One Thing vs. Several39:11 – Inspiration Behind KS Group Africa41:03 – Dealing With Imposter Syndrome42:21 – Evolving Definition of SuccessKICK IT SECTION43:20 – One Thing Every African Entrepreneur Should Know44:52 – Book or Podcast Recommendation46:30 – Biggest Lesson from Failure47:04 – Negotiating With Yourself47:38 – If You Could Only Keep One Venture...48:16 – Outro

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3 months ago
49 minutes 50 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E24: WHAT'S HURTING MEN TODAY? A COUNSELLING PSYCHOLOGIST TELLS ALL | ALDO OLUOCH

Meet Aldo Oluoch Olunya, a counselling psychologist who’s been walking with people through their pain, purpose, and personal growth since 2018. With deep experience in emotional regulation, anger management, and men’s mental health, Aldo brings calm clarity to some of life’s most complex emotions.

In this episode of Just To Kick It Is A Blessing, we dive into what therapy really looks like, the mental burden carried by the boy child, and how men can heal emotionally, without shame. Aldo shares insights from years of clinical work and opens up about why even therapists need therapy.

Whether you're navigating pain, seeking clarity, or just trying to better understand yourself or others, this conversation will stay with you.

00:00 – Intro

02:08 – Why Psychology? What Drew You To The Field?

03:10 – What Exactly Is Therapy?

03:51 – Lessons From The Therapist's Chair

04:40 – Why Therapists Go For Therapy Too

06:46 – Are We Oversharing With Friends & Family?

09:05 – What’s Pressing The Boy Child Most Today?

11:22 – Do Boys & Girls Come To Therapy With Different Problems?

15:31 – The Weight That Lifts When You Speak Out

17:12 – How Do You Deal With Deep Resentment?

19:09 – Early Warning Signs In Boys Struggling Mentally

21:17 – Why Present Fathers (Or Father Figures) Matter

24:58 – The Beautiful Yet Brutal Journey To Self-Awareness

27:24 – Therapy Isn’t Always A Pretty Process

29:40 – How Should We Rethink The Way Boys Are Raised?

34:18 – How Can Men Be Better Friends To Each Other?

35:25 – Pop Psychology: Helpful or Harmful?

38:02 – The Danger of Dopamine Addiction

42:00 - Why Do I Battle Anxiety?

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4 months ago
1 hour 45 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E23: 7 YEARS OF WILDERNESS: HOW I DISCOVERED MY PURPOSE AFTER HITTING ROCK BOTTOM | MATU KIHATO

Meet Matu Kihato – a man of deep conviction, a son of God, the son of two late parents, a brother, a husband, a father, and a mentor, including to the podcast host. He is the Founder and CEO of Providence Africa Group (PAG), an organization on a mission to build a Kingdom-minded conglomerate that reflects God’s reign here on Earth.

In this raw and vulnerable episode, Matu opens up like never before. From losing both parents at different yet defining moments in his life, to the powerful influence of his grandfather, Matu shares the events that shaped his character and faith. He speaks candidly about enduring 7 Years of Wilderness, marked by brokenness, having a child outside wedlock, not being present to raise them, battling suicidal thoughts, and confronting his own mental health.

He discusses:

1. The healing power of therapy

2. Why strong male friendships are critical

3. The role of absent fathers in society

4. His spiritual journey through business

5. Why prayer and trust in God are non-negotiablesThis is a conversation about faith, manhood, failure, fatherhood, redemption, and purpose.

⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Intro

04:08 – Who Is Matu Today?

05:57 – Childhood & Early Influences

09:47 – Lessons from Growing Up Around Muslims

12:01 – How My Passion for Business Began

18:38 – Discovering My Calling

23:35 – The Power of Faith in My Life

25:25 – Life Without Faith: A Cautionary Tale

29:57 – The 7-Year Wilderness: Brokenness, Fatherhood & Identity

49:41 – Learning Through Trial & Error

58:16 – The First Step Toward Healing: Therapy

1:00:47 – Being a Firstborn: Lessons & Responsibility

1:01:45 – The Impact of Not Having a Present Father

1:02:50 – Why I’ve Never Drunk Alcohol

1:05:43 – Understanding Love Languages & Emotional Intelligence

1:06:44 – What’s Really Happening to the Boy Child?

1:18:35 – Kick It Section: What Would You Tell 13-Year-Old Matu?

1:19:21 – Kick It Section: Book or Podcast Everyone Should Experience

1:19:54 – Kick It Section: How Matu Stays Mentally Fit

1:21:38 – Final Thoughts & Outro

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4 months ago
1 hour 24 minutes 54 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E22: IF YOU ARE FEELING ALONE, STUCK AND CONFUSED, YOU NEED TO HEAR THIS | IAN NJOROGE

Meet Ian Njoroge, a son, a brother, an entrepreneur, and the visionary co-founder behind Mancave Manmarket.But this is more than a conversation about grooming, it's about healing, self-worth, identity, and the silent battles men face every day. Ian opens up about bullying, therapy, confidence, and how he's unlearning harmful definitions of manhood to rebuild something better, for himself, and for the next generation of men.Mancave Manmarket isn't just a store, it's a safe space. A growing community that redefines what it means for men to show up for themselves from grooming to growth.This episode is full of raw insights, honest reflection, and practical tools every one needs to hear.00:00 – Intro

01:56 – Brotherhood & Bonds: Reflecting on his relationship with his brothers

03:12 – A Turning Point: What sparked the desire to create a space like Mancave

04:33 – The Birth of Mancave Manmarket: From idea to movement

10:14 – Grooming & Growth: Are more men taking their self-care seriously?

12:15 – Scars from the Past: Ian’s experience with bullying growing up

14:08 – When the Shift Happened: What triggered Ian’s internal transformation

20:34 – Self-Image & Inner Dialogue: Building a better relationship with yourself

23:58 – Seeking Help: Why Ian chose to go to therapy

28:27 – Breakthrough Moments: The most powerful lesson therapy taught him

31:18 – Confidence Is A Game Changer: Why it's vital for men

37:04 – Fatherhood & Accountability: Are fathers abandoning key responsibilities?

42:14 – Solving the Crisis: What practical solutions can we offer men today?

45:16 – Raising Boys Right: Rethinking how we train the next generation

56:58 – Wisdom Across Generations: The responsibility of older men

1:03:16 – Kick It: What I’m Unlearning As A Man

1:04:28 – Kick It: What Every Boy Should Be Taught Before Age 10

1:06:14 – Kick It: Quote or Mantra I Live By

1:09:24 – Kick It: My Real-Life Male Role Model

1:11:23 – Final Reflections & Wrap Up

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5 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes 1 second

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E21: WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MAN TODAY | ELI MWENDA ON MASCULINITY, MENTAL HEALTH & ROLE MODELS

Meet Eli Mwenda, a son, a brother, a friend, a content creator, entrepreneur, and co-host of the ManTalk Podcast, one of the most impactful platforms reshaping how we see masculinity in modern society.In this powerful conversation, we go deep. From growing up as a boy to becoming a man in today’s world, Eli shares stories, insights, and raw truths about therapy, self-love, fatherhood, and redefining what being a man really means.If you're a man, know a man, or love a man, this episode is for you. 00:00 - Intro02:19 - Learning To Introduce Yourself04:15 - What Inspired You To Start The Man Talk Podcast?07:20 - What's Man Talk's Current Vision?08:53 - The Changing Landscape Of Fathers & Barbershops12:20 - Why Male Friendships Are Important19:58 - Why We All Need Therapy23:41 - What It Means To Be A Man26:09 - Why Do You Think Men Are Struggling?28:20 - How The Relationship You Have With Yourself Affects Your Relationships With Others33:38 - How To Move From Hating Yourself36:34 - Why Role Models Are Important42:13 - Father & Son Relationships48:22 - How To Deal With Tough Times49:37 - What Would You Change About How Boys Are Raised?51:33 - Showing The Human Side Of MasculinityKick It Section:55:24 - What Are You Telling 13-Year-Old Eli Mwenda?57:35 - What Podcast Or Book Should Every Man Listen To Or Read?58:32 - What Is A Habit That's Really Transformed Your Life?59:39 - What Is One Unpopular Opinion You Have?01:00:50 - What Is The Best Financial Advice?

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5 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes 59 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E20: WHY ARE SO MANY YOUNG MEN STRUGGLING? | SEAN KARANJA & KEITH TUPAC GATIRAMU

In this episode of Just To Kick It Is A Blessing, we sit down with Sean Karanja, a child of God, entrepreneur, venture capitalist, startup builder, and podcast host of Boardroom Banter. 00:00 - Intro03:06 - The Inspiration Behind Boardroom Banter04:09 - Building Community Beyond the Podcast07:42 - The Untapped Potential in Kenya & Africa09:41 - Why Women Engage More in Personal Development12:19 - Why Aren’t Men Showing Up?15:23 - Impact on Relationships and Social Dynamics18:32 - Are There Any Communities Supporting Men?24:30 - The Stigma Around Men Asking for Help25:24 - How Men and Women Are Raised Differently25:36 - The Importance of Showing Up31:50 - Shifting Mindset About Knowing Men Based on What They Do

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6 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes 36 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E19: FROM ADDICTION, OVERDOSING AND ALMOST DYING TO FINDING GOD | JOSHUA TIAMPATI

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Joshua Tiampati, Founder and President of The Youth In Extractives Consortium and JHR Africa, as he opens up about a powerful story of transformation.From struggling with heavy drug addiction to walking 72 kilometers in one day as a symbol of purpose, Joshua shares raw insights on healing, entrepreneurship, and faith. His journey of resilience, perseverance, and rediscovery will leave you inspired to rewrite your own story.

00:00 - Intro

03:09 - How Would You Describe Your Life In One Sentence?

04:37 - Life-Defining Moments

07:03 - Rewriting Your Story After Addiction

09:58 - Choosing the Path of Salvation

18:40 - Quitting Old Habits: Was It Instant?

21:06 - Addiction & Family Dynamics

22:54 - Salvation Journey as a Young Man

27:44 - Guiding Life Principles

29:11 - Discovering Entrepreneurship

33:21 - Hardest Lessons as an Entrepreneur

36:10 - Most Rewarding Part of Entrepreneurship

37:47 - If You Lost Everything, Where Would You Start?

40:56 - Deep Dive: Drug Addiction & Substance Abuse

42:24 - What People Misunderstand About Addiction

46:10 - His Passion for Community Development

50:50 - The 72km Walk: Why He Did It

56:43 - Life Lessons from the Journey

57:28 - How It Felt Walking 72 Kilometers

1:04:19 - A Peek Into His Dating Life

🔥 Kick It Section (Rapid Fire):

1:07:05 - Favorite Quote or Verse

1:08:22 - Dinner With One Person (Dead or Alive)

1:09:17 - Hardest Decision Ever Made

1:10:11 - Advice to Your Younger Self

1:12:02 - Final Words / Outro


Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that it’s never too late to start again.

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6 months ago
1 hour 14 minutes 24 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
LIFE AS A WOMAN: HONEST, HEARTFELT & UNFILTERED | CIKU MUTAHI, SHEENA JUMA, TRACY BRAGANZA, TULA BISCHOF & MUTANU MUINDI

In honor of International Women's Month, we bring you a powerful short film that celebrates the resilience, strength, and limitless potential of women. 🌍✨This film is more than just a story—it’s a tribute to the women who break barriers, defy expectations, and inspire generations. From the silent battles fought behind closed doors to the bold strides made on the world stage, this is a testament to courage, perseverance, and the unwavering spirit of womanhood.Join us as we celebrate the achievements, struggles, and triumphs of women everywhere. Let’s continue to uplift, support, and champion the women around us, not just today, but every single day.Big shout out to the amazing women who shared their stories: 1. Ciku Mutahi2. Sheena Juma3. Tracy Braganza 4. Tula Bischof 5. Mutanu Muindi🔔 Watch, share, and tag a woman who inspires you!

#InternationalWomensDay #IWD #EmpowerWomen #BreakingBarriers #WomenWhoInspire

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7 months ago
40 minutes 17 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E18: I BECAME A PROFESSIONAL BOXER AFTER A RANDOM MAN SLAPPED ME | SARAH "ANGEL OF WAR" ACHIENG

🥊 Meet Sarah Achieng – The Angel of War! 🥊In the blue corner, we have Sarah Achieng, a world-class professional boxer, mother, wife, and the brand ambassador of Box Girls Kenya Foundation.


With 16 years in the ring, she has fought her way to becoming ranked 5th in the world, securing multiple championship belts, including:🏆 Commonwealth Title🏆 East & Central Africa Champion🏆 National Belt🏆 World Boxing Foundation (WBF) Champion🏆 Universal Boxing Organization (UBO) ChampionWith 16 wins, 8 knockouts, and only 2 losses.


Sarah’s journey to the top is nothing short of inspiring. But did you know that her boxing career started because of a random slap from a stranger? 😳In this electrifying conversation, Sarah takes us through her unbelievable journey, from her first fight to the mental battles in and out of the ring, and how she's shaping the future of female boxing in Kenya.💥

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

03:23 - How Does Your Current World Ranking Make You Feel?03:53 - What Inspired You To Be A Professional Boxer?

07:33 - How Did You Feel When That Man Slapped You?

09:17 - Her First Fight

10:30 - What Emotions Did You Feel In Your First Fight?

11:42 - What Challenges Do You Face As A Boxer?

14:06 - How We Can Support Boxing In Kenya

15:13 - Is There A Moment You Felt Like Quitting?

17:30 - What Was Your Toughest Fight?

20:51 - What's Your Most Memorable Fight?

22:05 - How Does Sarah Prepare For Fights?

24:35 - Why Does Every Boxer Skip?

25:39 - What Inspired The Name "The Angel Of War"?

26:42 - What's The Most Important Lesson Boxing Has Taught You?

28:28 - Box Girls Kenya Foundation

31:56 - Impact of the Foundation

34:33 - Gender Stereotypes in Boxing

36:06 - How Did Motherhood Impact Your Career?

36:45 - Advice to Young Girls Pursuing Boxing & Their Parents

38:37 - Boxing Titles

40:29 - Theme Song for Entering the Ring?

41:11 - Favorite Boxer of All Time?

42:07 - One Word That Describes You?

42:40 - Other Than Boxing, What Do You Enjoy Doing?

43:15 - Outro

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7 months ago
46 minutes 52 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E17: THE #1 PERSONAL BRANDING MISTAKE (AND HOW TO FIX IT!) | BRIAN NYAMBEGO

Meet Brian Nyambego, an entrepreneur, speaker, personal branding trainer, and author of A Mindset of a Billionaire. Brian shares his journey of turning down two scholarship opportunities to pursue entrepreneurship and how he convinced his father to support his vision. In this episode, he breaks down personal branding, overcoming self-doubt, and the sacrifices needed for success.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro01:47 - What Motivated You to Become a Speaker?02:34 - Advice for Parents & Children with Different Dreams04:27 - Gen Z in the Workplace05:09 - Ethos, Pathos & Logos10:09 - What Does Happiness Mean to You?12:03 - How Do You Feel When You Receive Feedback?13:15 - A Mindset of a Billionaire (The Book)17:24 - Setting Goals24:29 - How Do You Avoid Instant Gratification?27:23 - Why Personal Branding Is Important32:59 - How Does Someone Discover Their Personal Brand?36:13 - How Do You Handle Self-Criticism, Self-Doubt & Imposter Syndrome?38:18 - Environments Have Been My Biggest Challenge40:26 - What Are Some of Your Craziest Achievements?43:35 - What's Your Most Memorable Achievement?45:41 - How Does One Find Purpose?48:18 - How Do You Want to Be Remembered?49:11 - What Habits & Routines Have Helped Shape Who You Are Today?50:43 - What Sacrifices Have You Made to Become Who You Are?52:25 - Letting Go of People Who Hold You Back54:33 - Kick It Section (Rapid Fire Questions)58:15 - Outro

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7 months ago
1 hour 3 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E16: RADICAL TRANSFORMATION: FROM THE WILD NIGHTS TO THE WORD OF GOD | PASTOR ANGIE MURENGA

Meet Pastor Angie Murenga, a powerhouse of wisdom and grace. She’s a grandmother, mother, mentor, certified coach, pastor, author, and the podcast host of  ⁨@JustAngie⁩  🎉 With three published books and the incredible Purpose & Leadership Forum, a platform dedicated to equipping leaders for a life of purpose and impact. Pastor Angie is a true force for transformation.

Before stepping into ministry, she spent 21 years in corporate, and her journey from the boardroom to the pulpit is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, she opens up about her personal evolution, the moment she realised corporate life wasn’t her calling, and how she embraced a higher purpose.

We dive deep into:

💡 Balancing multiple roles without burning out

💡 Staying committed to a vision for 19+ years

💡 The turning point that led her from corporate to ministry

💡 Letting go of smoking, drinking, and old habits

💡 Overcoming shame and embracing a new identity

💡 Why so many relationships are struggling today

This conversation is filled with wisdom, vulnerability, and hard-hitting truths. You don’t want to miss it!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Intro

03:01 - How Do You Balance Everything?

05:21 - Staying Committed To Something For 19 Years

06:41 - Life In Corporate

07:57 - The Moment She Realized Corporate Wasn't For Her

09:35 - There's More To Life Than Money

14:08 - How Did Your Journey In Ministry Start?

17:08 - Her Family Thought She Had Lost It

20:02 - Life Before Ministry

24:14 - Parenting & Different Generations

31:47 - Quitting Smoking & Drinking

37:21 - Sliding Back Into Your Old Days

43:46 - Did You Ever Have Shame Or Guilt?

47:00 - How Did You Deal With A Shift In Identity?

52:20 - Advice For Those Struggling With Loneliness During Change

55:06 - Why Are Relationships Struggling?

1:04:58 - Outro

Remember that no matter where you are, no matter what you are going through. Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!

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7 months ago
1 hour 8 minutes 14 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
S5E15: FROM HEARTBREAK & DEPRESSION TO DISCOVERING PURPOSE (PATENTED AI INNOVATIONS) | HANNES BEND

Meet Hannes Bend, the visionary entrepreneur behind Breathing AI and Vital Sign AI. With over a decade dedicated to exploring how technology, machine learning, and AI can be used in a more mindful and embodied way, Hannes has several AI patents and has published research at top global institutions like Stanford and MIT.In this powerful conversation, Hannes opens up about his personal battle with depression, a journey that began after a painful breakup and how breath-work, mindfulness, and a commitment to breaking generational patterns helped him heal.00:49 - Intro01:33 - Why Cold Baths? 01:59 - What Does Breathing AI & Vital Sign AI Do?04:08 - How Do You Stay Committed To A Goal For 11 Years?05:10 - Depression11:12 - Misconceptions On Mental Health12:13 - What Did You Do To Get Out Of That Depressive State? 13:14 - Breath Work18:21 - Growing Up & Birth Trauma19:38 - When Did You Decide Something Needed To Change? 21:51 - Breaking Generational Patterns26:14 - Staying Mentally Fit As An Entrepreneur29:01 - Is Technology Good Or Bad?30:29 - What Effect Do You Think Social Media Has On Our Relationships?32:04 - Do You Find It Easy To Disconnect From Technology?35:39 - Dopamine Addiction37:25 - What's The Issue With Fight Or Flight Mode? 38:24 - Which Generation Has It Easier? 40:03 - What 3 Apps On Your Phone Can't You Delete?41:30 - Going Through Depression42:21 - Outro

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8 months ago
50 minutes 44 seconds

Just To Kick It Is A Blessing!
This podcast is hosted by Keith Tupac Gatiramu. The podcasts focuses on sharing real life stories by real life people in all areas of life allowing them to grow mentally, emotionally and/or spiritually. Just To Kick It Is A Blessing means that life is a gift, no matter how hard it may get the fact that you are alive is a blessing.