Be Different Podcast
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Be Different PodcastOct 21, 2022
Mariam Main (Mish) on her book, 'Same Script, Different Cast'
In this episode, Nekesa and Mish talk about the book, Same Script, Different Cast, a book written by Mariam Maina and she talks about how it came to be and the story line. #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #kenyanpodcast
Paul Brian, a cyber security expert on his boo, ' Parenting in the Digital Era'
#bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast #podcast
Kinya Gitonga, a counselling psychologist and author of two books shares her philosophy
In this episode, Kinya Gitonga, A counselling psychologist and an author narrates how she has managed to author two books as a University student and her lessons being a counselling psychologist. She is giving #Different #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast
Edd Taka, a young author on his book on Spirituality, God and Mental Health (ep75)
In this episode Nekesa speaks to Eddy Taka, a young author who has published a book from his struggle with mental health. He narrates his experience of losing a loved one, grief and the three things that helped him; God+Theraphy+Community. Have a listen! #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #mentalhealth
Why Be different? Re-introducing the Be Different Podcast
In this episode, the host, Nekesa Esther answers some questions about the podcast and what makes it special . Welcome to the #Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcasts
County Minister Dr. Ruth Dama Masha on Career Transition and upskilling (ep 74)
In this episode, Nekesa has a quick sit-down with Hon. Ruth Dama Masha and they talk about her career transition from being a medical doctor to a psychiatrist in the county of Kilifi with so many responsilities. #Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #podcastshow #career
Anita Makori on quitting a health Data Scientist job for School (ep 73)
In this episode, Nekesa and Anita profile the life of Anita, a 24 year old health data scientist who is living her life big and different. Anita spoke about mentorship, persistance and resilience in her journey towards achieving her dreams.
#Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #kenyanpodcast #Africanpodcast
Maureen Mambo on her Career Journey and lessons learned (ep 72)
In this episode, Nekesa and Maureen delve deep into a conversation about Maureen's Career journey. Maureen speak about her achievements in her #PR journey and sheds light on some of the challenges she has encountered.
#womeninPR #career #Careerjourney #Publicrelations #podcast #poodcastshow #bedifferentkepodcast
ObsGynae Dr. K on Teenage Pregnancies and Power of Mentorship
In this episode, Dr. Karen talks about the medical career, the kenyan health system, access to healthcare services and how she is mentoring young girls through the Dr. K Foundation. Have a listen! #Sexualandreproductivehealth #srhr #podcastshow #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast
Kazi si Kazi according to Gen z ft. Nicole and Beverly (episode 70)
In this episode, Nekesa has a sit-down with millenials Nicole and Beverly and they discuss Gen Z's perception of work. What entails a toxic workplace and what is fulfilling work? Listen to them talk about what it means to do fulfilling work. #work #genz #podcast #bedifferentkepodcast #podcastshow
The uncertainty of transitions from school to adulting ft Emma and Adrian (ep 69)
In this episode, Emma, Adrian and Nekesa talk about the uncertainty that comes with the transition after school to adulting. The world of work and the different paths that lives take after school. #Bedifferent #Bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #podcastshow
Who are you? ft. Nekesa Esther
In this episode, Nekesa goes on an introspective journey inspired by Viola Davis' book, 'Finding me' to answer the question, 'Who are you?' Listen to some of the lessons that she shares.
#Bedifferentkepodcast #iamnekesa
Special episode; Authenticity and Adulting
In this episode, Nekesa shares her thoughts on #Aunthenticity and #Adulting
What are your thoughts? #Bedifferentkepodcast
I was in denial for 9 yrs that I am a mother to two neurodivergent boys ft. Sylvia Mochabo
In this video, Sylvia, the founder of Andyspeaks tells her experience of mothering two kids that are neurodivergent, 18 months apart in age, a divorce, homeless, three surgeries later and how she finally got a turnaround. Andyspeaks for special needs --https://www.facebook.com/groups/60510...#bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #neurodivergent #autism #adhd #podcast
I couldn't stop the divorce truck! ft. Nyambura Ngumba
In this episode, Nyambura Ngumba of @okaykiasi takes us through her experience of how she ended up young and divorced. Having come from a blended family , a first -born girl who fought not to end up a statistic is exactly where she found herself. watch/listen to the whole story of how she has found and is still finding her peace. #divorce #divorcedwoman #bedifferent #podcast #podcastshow #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast
My experiences have been defined by my weight ft. Wanjiru Thuo ( Ep 65)
In this episode , Shiroh tells us how her experiences have been defined by her weight . The issue of weight is a thorny issue that most young #girls and #women battle with. Have a listen and share your comments . #weight #weightloss #weightlossjourney #bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #podcasts #podcastshow
The journey of self discovery and acceptance ft.Julie Nasuju (Ep 64)
In this episode,. Nekesa and Nasuju profile the rough terrains of self discovery and self acceptance. Nasuju paints a a small picture from her life; living with vitiligo and how it has affected her being. #podcast #kenyanpodcast #vitíligo #vitiligoawareness #selfacceptance #selfdiscovery #selfdiscoveryjourney #bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #beyou #podcasts #podcastshow #kenyanpodcast
The hard choice and joys of a Stay-at-home Mum ft Beryl (Ep 63)
In this episode, Nekesa and Beryl have a candid chat about the pros and cons of being a stay-at-home mum. How hard or how easy it is in this harsh economic times? Have a listen #motherhood #stayathomemom #stayathome #podcast #bedifferent #bedifferentkepod #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast
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Passion before Profession ft. Kami Mbaabu ( episode 62)
While in high school, Kami Mbaabu wanted to become an Evangelist. The journey however took it's on course over the years as she found herself abroad and back in pursuit of passion. Listen to her story and how she balances passion and profession #career #passion #Bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #podcast
Unintended Pregnancy ft. Kimberly Sasha (Episode 61)
While hanging out 'na kupiga sherehe' as the young ins call it; Kimbery finds herself pregnant with someone who she is in a situationship with. Listen to her story and how she is charting the waters of #teenaggemotherhood #motherhood #unintendedpregnancies on #Bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #podcast
Ep 60 - Although I make music; I struggle through the process ft. Ras Wang'
In this episode, Musician Ras Wang' of Murimi Manjani tells the journey of his career in music; and how he uses his music to highlight the plight of farmers in Embu and the challenges his community faces. Subscribe to his channel and listen some of his songs - https://www.youtube.com/@murimimanjani
Ep 53 - Mothering as a PWD ft. Sophie and Nicole
In this episode, we hosted Nicole and her mum Sophie and their story is beyond phenomenal! She shares her journey through schooling, dating, and motherhood from the disability perspective. #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast #podcast #bedifferent #disability #parenting #singleparenting #pwd
Ep 58- A CBC parent ft Esther Nyambura
In this episode, Nekesa and Nyambura talk about the wins and challenges of #CBC when it comes to implementation at home. A topic every parent in Kenya has either applauded or lamented about. Have a listen to some of the #innovative ways that Nyambura as a parent has been able to break down #learning in her children's #environment #podcast #kenyanpodcast #bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #education #cbc #homeschooling
Ep 57- To Leave and to be left in Relationships; The Break-up ft Nicole Cheptoo
In this video, Nicole and Nekesa talk about the different effects of Break-up among couples; either married, engaged and/or dating. We have seen severe effects such as murder and death by suicide as effects of #depression caused by #relationships #bedifferent #bedifferenetkepod #podcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast #breakup
Ep 56- Who I was expected to be vs who I really am; Engineering Vs Teaching ft Muthoni Omondi
In this episode, Nekesa and Muthoni talk about Muthoni's #education in Engineering versus what she is doing right now. Muthoni is an Early Childhood teacher. Have a listen to how she ended up practicing. #engineering #teaching #passion #africanpodcast #bedifferent #podcast
Ep 55- The Happenstance of Single parenthood ft Cecilia, Janice, Nakito and Sly
In this episode, Nekesa has a conversation with Cecilia and her daughter Nakito and Janice and her daughter Sylvia. They both recount their tales of how they ended up in single parenthood and they profile the lessons and the gains. Have a listen ! #singleparenthood #singleparenting #bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast
Ep 54- Friendship while adulting ft. Sheila
In this day and age of cancel culture and microwave generation and the thickness of adulting. Nekesa and Sheila take some time to talk about friendship. How important friendships are and the roles they play. #friendship #adulting #kenyanpodcast #podcast #africanpodcast #bedifferent
Ep 52 - Learning to live as a PWD ft my mother Mary Nyakato
In this episode, Nekesa hosts her mother, they tell a story of an accident that left her mother a person living with disability (PWD). She tells her journey of acceptance and adopting her new life and identity.
#bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast #pwd #podcast
EP51-Abortion and Contraceptives; where are we? Ft. Yvette and Sheila
In this episode, Nekesa, Sheila and Yvette discuss their perception of abortion and contraceptives and they take us back to their first sexual encounter with the aim of changing the narrative for the young African woman, when it comes to their choices on matters sex, contraceptives and abortion.
#abortion #contraceptives #sex #bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast #podcast
Ep 50- Unlearning and relearning ft. Sheila Mwalili
In this episode, we mirror the different stages of our lives; the myths, the values, and the belief system. The reality of what we learned while growing up versus what we are experiencing while adulting.
#podcast #bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #africanpodcast
Ep 49- Are you comfortable with your choices? ft. Njeri Muhoro
In this episode, Njeri Muhoro and Nekesa talk about how the #society is intrusive and how much it affects the #choices that we make. Have a listen. #daretobedifferent #bedifferent #bedifferentkepodcast #podcast #podcastshow
Ep 48- Mothering a neuro-divergent child ft Sahara Abdi
In this episode, Sahara Abdi, an author and story teller tells Nekesa Ochieng' her inspiration for her latest book, 'My brother with a colourful brain' ; how her motherhood journey to a neuro divergent child inspired her writing and how she used the two differently. #motherhood #disability #bedifferent #podcast @Be Different Podcast
Ep 47- Do young people stop and take stock? A mental health conversation
In this episode, Nekesa sits with University students and they reflect on mental health. The month of May is the Mental Health Awareness Month, it's basically a conversation of taking stock. How are we doing things differently? #Bedifferentkepodcast #mentalhealth #Mentalhelathawarenessmonth #Kenyanpodcast #podcasts #
Ep 46- Are Millenials Mismanaging their lives? ft Raphael Wamono
In this episode, Raphael and Nekesa talk about how millennials are mismanaging their lives and losing opportunities and not taking care of their mental health. Have a listen! #Bedifferent #Bedifferentkepodcast #kenyanpodcast #podcast #podcastshow
Ep 45- DIsability is Everyone's business! ft Mildred Omino
In this episode, Mildred challenged the audience to perceive persons living with Disability as whole individuals, to always have a PWD in mind when planning for EVERYTHING! to include them in conversations that touch on other subjects apart from inclusion.
#Bedifferent #Beyou #Beauthentic #podcast
Ep 44- Remembering the why ft. Nekesa Ochieng
In this episode, Nekesa pours her heart out on why she started the Be Different podcast, she is questioning the gap, the lack of motivation and she ends up getting a turnaround and an encouragement.
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Ep 43 - Gifts of Imperfection ft. Bookiscape pt 2
In this episode, Nekesa and members of bookiscape focus on the 10 habits to cultivate.
Ep 42 Gifts of Imperfection ft Bookiscape part 1
In this episode, Nekesa hosts her book club, bookiscape and they discuss Dr. Brene Brown's book, The Gifts of Imperfection. The title and the lessons are in line with this podcast. The themes, #Bedifferent #Beyou #Beauthentic are well elaborated in the discussions and the journey to get there.
Ep 39- 18 yr old girl unpacking life ft Joy, Winnie and Yvette
In this episode, we hear a letter written by Joy to her 18 year old self and we hear reactions that Winnie, Yvette and Nekesa have of their lives when they were 18 years old and what they will do differently.
Have a listen!
Ep 38 -Letter to my 18 year old self ft. Winnie Codawa and Yvette Wanzuu
In this special episode, Nekesa Ochieng, Winnie Codawa and Yvette Wanzuu read their letters to their 18 year-old self. They talk about the themes that come out from each letter.
Have a listen !
Ep 37 How teenage motherhood has affected me till date ft. Janice Njoroge pt 2
In this week's episode, Janice continues to share her story of hope and courage. After being a teen mom and her life moved on as usual, what manifested in her adulthood? She mentions her journey of healing and impact.
Ep 36 How teenage motherhood has affected me till date ft Janice Njoroge pt 1
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Ep 35: A suicidal Society, How can we help? ft. Counselling psychologist Jane Wambugu
Nekesa Ochieng, the host has a discussion about the increasing suicide rates among young people in Kenya with psychologist Pst. Jane Wambugu. They touch on issues to deal with children upbringing, family socialization, nurture, the environment in which these children are brought up, How the society handles and processes trauma. If you need help and would like to talk to a counsellor call Jane Wambugu on 0722 691 284.
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Ep 34 My First time- Teens talk sex, drugs and alcohol
In this episode, Nekesa Ochieng has a conversation with the teen girls of New Beginning Children's Home and we ask oursleves how children get to know about sex, and their experiences of alcohol, drugs and sex.
Have a listen and give your feedback on the socials.
Ep 33 A heart to heart with teen girls - 14 going 44
Nekesa Ochieng, the host , had a heart to heart conversation with teenagers. Mostly focussed on parenting and how/why adults treat them the way they do. They sent me to tell you this... Have a listen!
New Beginning Children's Home contact person is Dan and can be reached on 0723 574 677
Ep 32 Self Affirmation- Self love pt 2
In this Episode, Nekesa, Mellanie and Yvette continue with the self-love topic and specifically, self-affirmation. What the girls are doing better in their lives to focus on themselves.
Ep 31 Self-Love Part 1
Happy International Podcasters day!!!! In this episode, Nekesa Ochieng has a sit down with Mellanie and Yvette and they openly share their struggles with self-love; when they became aware of it and how they are exercising it.
Ep 30 - part 2 of Couples and Money-How to get it right?
In this episode, Nekesa continues with the conversation on money with the Awimbos. Nekesa asks questions on different scenarios that have made many married couples run into a stalemate, lack of trust, investing differently, and even divorce and separation because of financial management. Have a listen! Follow, comment, like, share, subscribe, watch on youtube -@BedifferentKe
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